Ventura County Astronomical Society

Dedicated to helping stargazers of all ages learn about the joys of amateur astronomy through events, monthly meetings, star parties and community outreach.

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Cal Star 2025 at Lake San Antonio

September 17, 2025 @ 12:00 am

CalStar 2025

17-21 September

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What is the Ventura County Astronomical Society (VCAS)?

Are you passionate about exploring the stars and deepening your understanding of the universe? Join the Ventura County Astronomical Society (VCAS) and connect with a community of amateur astronomers!

We offer engaging events, including public star parties, expert-led lectures, and hands-on workshops. Whether you're new to astronomy or a seasoned stargazer, our members enjoy exclusive access to telescopes, astro-imaging groups, field trips to dark-sky locations, and more.

Come and share your curiosity with us — everyone is welcome under the stars!

Become a member of the VCAS!

VCAS Family Membership

Membership includes families of up to 5 people.
$45 per year

September Skies

The September night sky is full of spectacular deep-sky objects, from dazzling star clusters too far away galaxies

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2025 Schedule

March 17, 2025

Schedule for this year
March 29th Messier Marathon (Public)
April 11th Hillcrest VCAS meeting (Public)
May 03th- Moorpark College Observatory- ASTRONOMY DAY (Public)

May 09th Hillcrest VCAS meeting (Public)
June 20th Mount Wilson trip (reservations Req.)

June 21st Paramount Ranch Star Party (Public) 
July 25th Mount Wilson trip (reservations Req.)
July 26th NPS Park After Dark, Peter Strauss Ranch (Public)
August 23rd Evening Under the Stars, Paramount Ranch (Public)
Sept 13th Stargazing Party Paramount Ranch (Public)
Sept 27th Mount Wilson trip (reservations Req.)
October 04th Intl Observe the Moon night, Paramount Ranch (Public)

October 18th Charles Temple Observatory at Moorpark College (Public)
November 14th  Hillcrest VCAS meeting/ Vote in our Board of Directors (Public/ only members vote for BOD)
December 06th VCAS Holiday Banquet (member only/ reservation required)