A number of astronomy related clubs exist around San Diego, and they are open to the general public and children interested in these subjects. Memberships range from those interested in only the basics to those who wish to delve more deeply into the scientific and technical realms. All are active organizations and host a variety of special events throughout the year.

SAN DIEGO ASTRONOMY ASSOCIATION (SDAA)
The SDAA is a non-profit educational organization established to further the education of its members and the general public about astronomy. Membership ranges across all walks of life and all levels of interest and knowledge.

MT. LAGUNA OBSERVATORY ASSOCIATES (MLOA)
is a non-profit ancillary organization of San Diego State University (SDSU), whose members support the research and educational programs of Mount Laguna Observatory Membership. Membership is open to the general public, provides complementary subscription to the MLOA Newsletter, an invitation to the annual John D.Schopp Lecture on the SDSU campus, an invitation to the Annual Summer Meeting and Picnic at the Observatory, an insider's tour of the Observatory, and special telescopic viewing sessions at the Observatory and on the SDSU campus.

OCEANSIDE PHOTO & TELESCOPE ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY (OPTAS)
OPTAS, sponsored by Oceanside Photo & Telescope, is an organization that provides education, guidance, and experience to amateur astronomers. Membership is open to the general public, and encourages beginners as well as experienced astronomers.

SOCIETY FOR AMATEUR SCIENTISTS (SAS)
SAS is a nonprofit research and educational organization dedicated to helping everyday people find the limits of their own genius, by developing scientific skills and removing roadblocks that make it nearly impossible for those without advanced degrees to do research. Membership is open to anyone who wants to do science simply for the love of it.

The above listings are for information purposes only and do not consitutute an endorsement by the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center. For the latest information on programs, tours or organizations, please refer to their individual websites.