The Astronomical League

Promoting the science of astronomy

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The Astronomical League is a consortium of more than two hundred forty (240) amateur astronomy societies from around the United States.  Its mission is to promote the science of astronomy through educational programs and by facilitating communications and collaborations among amateur astronomical societies.  The Colorado Springs Astronomical Society is a member society of the Astronomical League. 

The Astronomical League conducts national conventions annually and publishes its quarterly “Reflector” magazine for its members.  It also supports the development of observer skills through its Observing Programs, in which amateur astronomers can receive awards and recognition for completing a program of observations. 

Additional benefits of Astronomical League membership include discounts on equipment and books, support for club outreach programs, and more.  As a member of the Colorado Springs Astronomical Society, you are automatically enrolled as a member of the Astronomical League and are entitled to receive these benefits.

CSASTRO AL League Coordinator (ALCOR)

What is your ALCOR?

The CSASTRO ALCOR is your link to all things Astronomical League. They are primarily there to serve your needs on the AL Observing Program and quickly see your awards at a glance.

What is the ALCOR’s Mission?

To deepen our member experience.

What is the ALCOR’s Vision?

To make you a better astronomer.

Who is your CSASTRO ALCOR and how do I reach them?

Bruce Bookout: alcor@csastro.org

Recent CSASTRO Awards (Since 2022)

NameProgramLevelAward NumberAward Date
Michael BabnickBinocular Messier Observing Program12495/1/2023
Nathan BabnickBinocular Messier Observing Program12505/1/2023
Matthew T. RussellHydrogen-Alpha Solar Observing Program733/29/2023
Matthew T. RussellLunar Observing Program
Bruce P. BookoutCaldwell Observing ProgramSilver28811/27/2022
Dave WarnerMentoring Award111/11/2022
Barry YoungMentoring Award111/11/2022
Bryan GibsonMentoring Award111/11/2022
Steve RiegelGlobular Cluster Observing Program3794/21/2022
Steve RiegelHershel 400 Observing Program6464/19/2022
Steve RiegelLunar Observing Program3794/14/2022
Bruce P. BookoutAlternate Constellations Observing ProgramSilver133/29/2022
Bruce P. BookoutAlternate Constellations Observing ProgramGold113/29/2022
Bruce P. BookoutSolar System Observing ProgramTelescopic1993/16/2022