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Joining the Midlands Astronomy Club, Inc.
- Do I have to have a Ph.D. in Astronomy or Physics?? No!
- Do I have to have thousands of dollars worth of equipment?? No!
- Will I have to build my own telescope?? Only if you want to!!
There are no pre-requisites for becoming a member of MAC - Well, maybe just one... an interest in Astronomy. Our members come from all walks of life. The common denominator is our interest in Astronomy.
Membership Types
| membership type | yearly dues | recommended for | benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| individual | $25.00 | recommended if your spouse or other family members might occasionally visit meetings and observing sessions but do not desire to participate | newsletter, refreshments at meetings, voting privileges |
| family | $35.00 | recommended if more than one family member plans to attend and participate in club events | newsletter, refreshments at meetings, voting privileges |
| student | $10.00 | any full-time student under 25 | newsletter, refreshments at meetings, voting privileges |
| newsletter | free | for those who can't make it to club events but would like to stay in touch | newsletter |
If you are interested in joining, you may:
- Come to a regular club meeting and pay your dues.
or - Fill out a membership form, then mail it and a check to:
Midlands Astronomy Club, Inc.
P.O. Box 2527
Columbia, SC 29202
We do Welcome visitors to both the regular meetings and observing sessions, but regular visitors should think about joining!!