The 40-Foot telescope is a working radio telescope outfitted specifically for use by students and teachers. It is the centerpiece of a hands-on research experience offered by the Green Bank staff. Each year a total of 2500-3000 scouts, students and teachers visit Green Bank in groups ranging in size from 10-40 for visits that often last several days. The groups are housed in the site bunkhouse and have meals in the cafeteria. They receive training, full access and use of the 40-Foot telescope, in-depth tours of the electronics labs, and interactions with the Observatory staff ( ). The 40 Foot Telescope with some student users. WHY YOU SHOULD The Bank Observatory has a fantastic educational Science Center that caters to children and adults of all ages. The Science Center is a multi-purpose building that draws 50,000 visitors each year, a remarkable number for so remote a location. Visitors experience the many interactive displays in a 4,000 square-foot exhibit hall, partake in presentations about radio astronomy from the Science Center staff, and enjoy a guided bus tour around the site. The Science Center is also used for monthly star parties, an annual 4-day gathering of amateur astronomers called Star Quest, the annual meeting of the Society of Amateur Radio Astronomers, community days, and other events. It serves as the focus for school field trips throughout the year. As an amateur or professional radio operator, you will certainly enjoy viewing the many interactive exhibits and discussions that occur daily (). The NRAO Green Bank Science Center.
The 40-Foot telescope is a working radio telescope outfitted specifically for use by students and teachers. It is the centerpiece of a hands-on research experience offered by the Green Bank staff. Each year a total of 2500-3000 scouts, students and teachers visit Green Bank in groups ranging in size from 10-40 for visits that often last several days. The groups are housed in the site bunkhouse and have meals in the cafeteria. They receive training, full access and use of the 40-Foot telescope, in-depth tours of the electronics labs, and interactions with the Observatory staff ( ). The 40 Foot Telescope with some student users. WHY YOU SHOULD The Bank Observatory has a fantastic educational Science Center that caters to children and adults of all ages. The Science Center is a multi-purpose building that draws 50,000 visitors each year, a remarkable number for so remote a location. Visitors experience the many interactive displays in a 4,000 square-foot exhibit hall, partake in presentations about radio astronomy from the Science Center staff, and enjoy a guided bus tour around the site. The Science Center is also used for monthly star parties, an annual 4-day gathering of amateur astronomers called Star Quest, the annual meeting of the Society of Amateur Radio Astronomers, community days, and other events. It serves as the focus for school field trips throughout the year. As an amateur or professional radio operator, you will certainly enjoy viewing the many interactive exhibits and discussions that occur daily (). The NRAO Green Bank Science Center.
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