Membership and Annual Dues
Looking to join a club in the Metro Detroit area? The Warren Astronomical Society offers a wealth of knowledge and experience, an extensive library and telescope collection, an observatory complex and observing site, and exclusive access to some of the best star parties in Michigan.
But it's the members who really make the WAS what it is: they are always helpful, interested, and excited about everything astronomical. Whatever your interests or experience level, if you are interested in astronomy, spaceflight, astrophysics, and cosmology, there is something in the WAS for you!
Among the many benefits of membership are...
- Free loaner telescopes (with deposit)
- Free copy of each WASP newsletter
- Free use of Stargate Observatory
- Special interest subgroups
Membership Types
As of January 4, 2010, our membership year runs from January 1 to December 31 each year.
If joining for the first time after July 1, you will be enrolled until December 31 of the following year.
If you have any questions, please contact the treasurer.
Membership level: Student
One person attending classes full-time for credit
Dues: $17.00
Membership level: Senior Citizen
One person 60 years of age or older
Dues: $22.00
Membership level: Individual
One person not fitting a category above
Dues: $30.00
Membership add-on: Family
More than one person living at the same address
Dues: Add $7.00 to senior citizen or individual membership.
Membership add-on: Astronomical League membership
Makes you a member of the AL, including their quarterly magazine, participation in their observing clubs, and access plus voting rights at their annual convention. Takes effect in July each year.
Dues: Add $9.00 to any membership.
If you'd like to join the WAS, fill out and print the application form and send it with your payment to our current treasurer:
P.O. Box 1505
Warren, Michigan 48090-1505
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