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---+ Directions for Telescope Volunteer

---++++++ General Responsibilities

   * To setup, operate, and close down the telescopes at the stargazing event
   * Answer attendee questions on astronomy, physics and science
   * Positively represent the University, the Department, and our profession

---++++++ One or Two Days Prior to Event
   
   * If you haven't acted as a Telescope Volunteer before, attend the telescope training session a day or two before the event that your Telescope Captain offers
   * If you have acted as a Telescope Volunteer before, and you're comfortable operating and targeting the telescope, you may skip training
   * Your Telescope Captain will contact you and tell you your [[TelescopeResources][telescope]] assignment and target
   * Study the [[ObservingResources][Observational Resources]] page and know basic facts about the targets you will observe: size, distance, age, phenomenon, etc.
   * Note: If there is bad weather, your roof captain may offer you the option of not attending. Do not assume it is canceled due to clouds.

---++++++ Night of Lecture
   * Arrive at Cahill at 30 minutes prior to Lecture start time
   * Help move the telescopes out to the field and set them up to point at the assigned targets
   * Operate the telescope to which you've been assigned, keep it pointed at your target, and answer questions about it to the public
   * At the end of the night, close the fields and return telescopes to Erika's office (Cahill 147)
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