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An astronomy collective

Good company. Even better night skies.

Step away from the city lights. Find your first planet, learn from fellow stargazers, and make a little room for wonder.

Find your next night Meet Orbit

No telescope needed. Just a little curiosity.

  • 1,280 Curious minds, and counting
  • 86 Nights under the stars
  • 12 Years of looking up

On the horizon

Meet you after sunset.

Small groups. Shared telescopes.
A different perspective on your evening.

  • At the observatory

    NOV
    07    		Your first night with Saturn
    North Ridge Observatory · 19:00–21:30 · Beginner friendly    		Open to everyone ↗
    NOV
    14    		A closer look at our Moon
    North Ridge Observatory · 18:30–20:30 · All ages    		Members & guests ↗

  • Out in the field

    NOV
    21    		Into the dark: a mountain star walk
    Pine Valley trailhead · 18:00–22:00 · Bring warm layers    		Open to everyone ↗
    DEC
    12    		A night for the Geminids
    Willow Meadow campsite · 21:00–late · Weather dependent    		Members & guests ↗

A good place to begin

The universe is big.
Start small.

We're hobbyists, night owls, and people who still ask “what's that bright one?” You'll fit right in.

  1. Pick a night

    Choose an observing session that works for you. Your first visit is on us.

  2. Come as you are

    Bring a warm layer. We'll bring the telescopes, star maps, and someone to show you around.

  3. Keep the conversation going

    Share your sightings, ask questions, and plan the next adventure in our community forums.

A place in the collective

More nights. More discovery.

Membership helps keep the observatory
open and the wonder accessible.

Orbit membership comparison
Find your orbit
Explorer
Free · Always welcome
A little closer
Observer
$48 / year
Community forums Full access Full access
Open observing nights Monthly Monthly
Small-group sessions Guest invitation Every session
Telescope lending library — Included
Field trips & workshops Standard booking Priority booking
Button label Join Explorer ↗ Join Observer ↗

Before you head out

A few good questions.

There's no such thing as a beginner question. We've all started somewhere.

No. We set up shared telescopes at every observing night, and our volunteers will help you use them. Bring binoculars if you have a pair.

We post a weather update in the community on the afternoon of each session. When skies don't cooperate, we'll offer an indoor talk or arrange another night.

Absolutely. Our open nights welcome curious minds of every age. Children should stay with an adult, and warm clothing is a good idea for everyone.

Your next favourite place is up.

Find your people. Find your first planet. See you outside.

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ORBIT · A little closer to the cosmos.Independent. Volunteer-led. Open to the curious.
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