[CMAS] CMAS Star Parties and Covid-19

[Central Maine Astronomical Society]

Hello, CMAS;

CMAS's full board has not approved tonight's star party at Foss Hill
(Saturday, June 13, 2020).

CMAS can not host official star parties without first implementing
protocols to inform members and guests about the risk of sharing
telescopes, and to protect the well-being of those who respond to our
invitations. In the dark, accidental contact between eyeball and eyepiece
are common, and would be an efficient mechanism for transmitting Covid-19.

I will continue to work toward the Board's finding a united stand on star
parties, and will keep the club and public informed of our progress.

Thank you,

Jon Silverman, President
Central Maine Astronomical Society

www.maineastro.com
MaineAstro at gmail.com
207/619-CMAS
207/619-2627

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