EXPERIENCE MEDOMAK'S
maine astronomyRETREAT (mars)
A vacation for you & your telescope!
August 18-24, 2025
Registration Fees:
$1,800.00 double occupancy cabin, all-inclusive lodging and meals.
$2,375.00 single occupancy cabin, all-inclusive lodging and meals.
A star party like no other
Medomak has some of the darkest skies in the Northeast! With a limiting visual magnitude of 6.3 (SQM value: 21.3 MPSAS) even a “bad night” at Medomak is spectacular. We are an IDA-compliant property that takes an active role in promoting the benefits of dark skies on our campus and our community. This fantastic and engaging program is led by J. Kelly Beatty (Sky & Telescope’s senior contributing editor) and veteran stargazer, researcher and telescope maker Bruce Berger (Amateur Telescope Makers of Boston).
MARS is a star party like no other. No need to bring a tent, or sleep in a sleeping bag, or eat so-so food. Medomak has comfortable, private cabin facilities with real beds, hot showers, electricity, and amazing, chef-prepared food. During the day, enjoy our pristine waterfront, relax on the porch, or join us for one of our thought-provoking talks with industry professionals. In the evenings, gather with us atop our Blueberry Hill to observe with your own scope or take a peek through our telescope. Make sure you stay up for some late-night snacks before making the short walk back to your cozy cabin.
Come enjoy this all-inclusive astronomers dream! Open to experts and amateurs alike.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations within 14 days of your arrival will result in a full credit applied toward a future stay at Medomak. In the event Medomak must cancel a program, a full refund will be given.
Sorry but Medomak cannot be responsible for nonrefundable airline tickets or other travel or indirect expenses associated with cancellations.
Cancellations must be made by speaking with a Medomak Director.
A $25 canceled check fee will be charged for returned checks.
