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Indiana Family Star Party
2026
Review

Camp Cullom
Indiana Astronomical Society
Muncie Astronomy Club
Wabash Valley Astronomical Society
Our volunteers are the best!
While our egos might be tempted to say we do it all, we really get a lot of support from the community and the people who show up to make this event a fun and relaxing event.  There were also people who gave their time before, during and after the event to make it better for everyone.

First and foremost to everyone involved in the steering committee, thank you.  We might be getting on in years but we still keep going, just not as fast as we used to.  Many of us have been helping since the beginning. 

Thank you to the new people who are stepping up to help and take over.  With your help, we can keep this going!

Needless to say, this was not a weekend project but many weekends.  We thank Bill Terhune and Fred Hicks specifically and many others generally who have helped with this project.  Their time, knowledge and financial support are sincerely appreciated and remembered.

While not quite functional yet, the track is level and running smoother than it ever has.  The shutters open and close without sticking.  The adjustable pier works again.  The new telescope mount has been purchased, received and soon will be mounted.  The computer will soon allow remote operation so that we can remotely share the night sky.