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Bird Migration and Climate Change
Dave Nicosia – Meteorologist-In-Charge NWS Binghamton
Friday, July 26, 8:30 PM

Posted onJuly 25, 2024July 25, 20241 Comment

The talk will cover bird migration and specifically how certain weather patterns favor bird migration. In addition, the talk will discuss when birds veer off course called bird vagrancy and its ties to weather patterns. The talk will discuss the possible effects of climate change on bird populations and the … read more

Kopernik Summer Camp 2024 Registration is now OPEN

Posted onApril 22, 2024May 6, 20242 Comments

For the 32^nd summer, the Kopernik Observatory & Science Center in Vestal, NY is offering weeklong camps for students entering grades 2-12 for the 2024/25 school year. Sponsored by the Link Foundation, in memory of inventor/explorer Edwin A. Link, the Link Summer STEM Exploration camps offer hands-on, high-tech adventures … read more

KOSC’s 50th Anniversary Begins!

Posted onFebruary 11, 2024April 5, 2024Leave a comment

At Winter Star Party 2024, we launched KOSC’s 50th Anniversary Celebration! As shown in our 50th logo, we are reaching for the stars and setting the stage for Kopernik’s future. Join us throughout the year for exciting programs, culminating in the 50th Anniversary Gala on October 5th!… read more

Kopernik Observatory & Science Center Is Now on Flickr
Check Out Our Photo Gallery

Posted onAugust 20, 2021February 16, 2024Leave a comment

Kopernik Observatory now has a Flickr account. To see the most recent photos taken at the Observatory, please follow this link. … read more