“Promoting the study of astronomy and allied sciences to foster a public interest in astronomical subjects” since 1956

Terms and Conditions for Racine Astronomical Society Website 

Effective Date: 8/13/2025 

Welcome to the Racine Astronomical Society (RAS) website. By accessing or using this site, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions. Please read them carefully. 

1. Use of Website 

  • This website is intended to provide information about RAS events, membership, observatory activities, and educational resources. 
  • You agree to use the site only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, restrict, or inhibit anyone else’s use of the site. 

2. Intellectual Property 

  • All content on this site, including text, images, logos, and videos, is the property of RAS or its contributors unless otherwise stated. 
  • You may not reproduce, distribute, or use any content without prior written permission from RAS. 

3. Membership and Donations 

  • Membership is open to individuals aged 16 and older. Details are available on the Membership Page. 
  • Donations are voluntary and help support observatory maintenance and public outreach. All donations are non-refundable. 

4. Event Participation 

  • Public events are family-friendly and free to attend. RAS reserves the right to cancel or reschedule events due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. 
  • Visitors are expected to respect telescope equipment and follow safety guidelines provided by RAS volunteers. 

5. Privacy Policy 

  • RAS does not collect personal data unless voluntarily submitted (e.g., via membership forms or contact emails). 
  • Any personal information collected will be used solely for RAS-related communications and may be shared with trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our website. 

6. Third-Party Links 

  • This site may contain links to external websites. RAS is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these sites. 

7. Disclaimer 

  • The information provided on this website is for general educational and informational purposes only. RAS makes no warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of the content. 

8. Changes to Terms 

  • RAS reserves the right to update these terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.