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Hanna Park Public Stargazing Saturday April 5th, 2025 – ENTER PARK BY 7:00 PM
Stargazing at Hanna Park hosted by the Northeast Florida Astronomical Society [NEFAS] Get ready to see stars, planets, the Moon, and interesting sky objects. The general public is invited and most welcome! Location: Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park, 500 Wonderwood Dr,...
April General Meeting, Friday April 11th, 2025 at UNF
General Meeting of the Northeast Florida Astronomical Society [NEFAS]. All are welcome! This month's general meeting will be held on campus at the University of North Florida! As continue to partner with their Physics and Astronomy Department, we will be meeting at...
dark sky sessions
NEFAS holds two (sometimes three) dark sky observing sessions each month on the Saturdays closest to third-quarter and new moon. For more information, visit our Dark Sky Observing section.
member submitted images
For more images, visit the NEFAS Gallery
NGC7293 – Helix Nebula
NGC7293 – Helix Nebula Taken with 8″ Edge HD EQ6-R Pro ASIAIR ASI533MC Pro Astro Pixel Processor PixInsight – Submitted by Ryan Haley
First Light from my ZWO SeeStar S50
A short 3 minute exposure of M42. First light for my ZWO SeeStar S50 shot from my driveway in Orange Pk. Unaltered autostack, right from the SeeStar. – Russell Grokett
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A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling toll-free (800-435-7352) within the state. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state.
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Why Become a NEFAS Member?
NEFAS is an organization conceived to support public education and the astronomical community in Jacksonville and the surrounding areas. Our operating expenses are covered exclusively through annual dues and the generosity of individuals or corporate sponsorship. Learn more about the benefits of joining NEFAS.