Manastash Ridge Observatory

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Manastash Ridge Observatory
Organization University of Washington
Location Ellensburg, WA
Coordinates 46.95° N 120.73° W
Altitude 1198 meters (3930 feet)
Webpage [1]
Telescopes
Boller & Chiven Telescope 30" cassegrain

The Manastash Ridge Observatory is an astronomical observatory built in 1972 by the University of Washington. The obserservatory is approximately 2,600 square feet and includes a 30" Boller & Chiven cassegrain telescope. The observatory is mostly used by undergraduate students for basic observational skills.


Observatory Directors: Current: Julie Lutz


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