PAS members and guests gathered around a telescope at dusk, with string lights and desert cactus around them

Membership

Become Part of the PAS Community

Open to everyone curious about astronomy — no telescope or experience required.

Member Benefits

Help PAS carry out its mission of astronomy outreach and education
Support the Society's college scholarships for astronomy students
Join the members-only email list and get PAStimes, our monthly newsletter
Borrow from the PAS telescope loaner program
Teach at PAS telescope workshops or mentor at star parties
Join the Astro Imaging Special Interest Group (ASIG)
Serve as a paid presenter in the Star Tours outreach program
Buy used astronomy equipment from other members at 50% off
Go on club trips to Arizona's darkest sites and top observatories
Connect with professional astronomers through guest lectures and workshops
Take on a leadership role — committee chair or officer

Membership Tiers

Recurring memberships are annual, January through December.

Most Common

Individual Membership

$30

Family Membership

$36

Student Membership

$16

Lifetime Member

$500

Lifetime Member 65+

$250

Optional Add-Ons

Name Badge$20

Embroidered Logo$10

Apply for Membership

Ready to Join?

We now offer a year-round membership, which means you can join at any time with no enrollment deadlines, and you'll receive a full 12 months of benefits. If you have any questions, our Membership Manager is happy to help — just send us a message.

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