We have been absolutely blown away by the support we have received for our fundraiser to revitalise our observing equipment by this summer's solar eclipse! The Go Fund Me will close on the 31st May and then we will find out how many of our dreams are coming true! gofund.me/84ede26fe 🔭🧪

Two weeks ago we launched a Go Fund Me to update the IAYC observing equipment. We are now over 75% of the way to our goals, and individual items are also being directly funded! Every donation goes towards participants observing in the Bortle 2 skies at the IAYC 2026 🔭✨ gofund.me/2ae610112

The IAYC - one of the best ways to get young people into astronomy - needs funding! I know *so* many students who speak so highly of it, check out their fundraiser below for more info ⤵️ 🔭

Dr Carys Herbert@cbaherbert.bsky.social · 5mo ago

Headline: astronomy equipment is expensive! @iayc.bsky.social 2026 is in Spain with Bortle 2 skies and a total solar eclipse 🌚🌝 Due to the crazy increase in the cost of running camp and some poorly timed equipment failures, we are fundraising to update our equipment before the IAYC in July 🧵

✨ Applications for the 2026 International Astronomical Youth Camp are now open! ✨🚀 Join us in Spain for the 60th lAYC celebration and experience an unforgettable total solar eclipse! 🌘 Head to our First Info page via the link in our bio to apply! Clear skies 🌌 🔭🎢 #EduSky #scicomm #astroedu

🔭 Join us for the 60th International Astronomical Youth Camp 🚀 📆 Dates: 2—22 August 2026 📍 Albergue Rural Solanillos, Guadalajara, Spain 📝 Apply by: March 22, 23:59 CET Stay tuned around New Year’s for the First Info release on our new website: iayc.org Clear skies 🌌 🎢 #EduSky #astroedu #sciedu

(1/2) Here are more pics of everyday camp life from Klingenthal 2024, the majority taken during NAP! The Non-Astronomical Program (NAP) is a part of what makes the IAYC such a unique educational environment—we work hard, play hard. 🔭 #iTeachPhysics #EduSky #astroedu #scicomm #academicsky #sciedu

I did two of these camps many years ago. Just donated so today’s young astronomers can have the same great experiences I did!

International Astronomical Youth Camp@iayc.bsky.social · last yr.

Thank you so much for your contributions to making the IAYC possible — we have reached 150 Donorbox donations! If you want to support the IAYC, please find our Donorbox via the link: donorbox.org/support-the-... Clear skies, and see you all soon 🌌 🔭 #EduSky #astroedu #scienceedu #iTeachPhysics

Thank you so much for your contributions to making the IAYC possible — we have reached 150 Donorbox donations! If you want to support the IAYC, please find our Donorbox via the link: donorbox.org/support-the-... Clear skies, and see you all soon 🌌 🔭 #EduSky #astroedu #scienceedu #iTeachPhysics

Our very own galaxy — here are some amazing photos of the Milky Way taken in El Solitario, Spain back in 2017! IAYC is a perfect place to learn how to observe 🌌 All images were taken by leader Javier Barrios Martí during camp 🔭 #astrophotography #astroedu #astrophotos #galactic #spacephotography

(1/2) Here’s part 1 to the 2025 leader team Q&A! We aim to nurture our participants’ passion for astronomy and learning, and provide an environment at IAYC in which the development of both academic and social skills comes naturally 🌌 🔭 #iTeachPhysics #EduSky #astroedu #scicomm #sciedu #academicsky

Here’s an introduction to the leader team of the 2025 International Astronomical Youth Camp! We can’t wait to meet you all this summer in the Netherlands 🌌 Stay tuned for a leader team Q&A! 🔭 #iTeachPhysics #EduSky #astroedu #astroeducation #scicomm #science #sciedu

(1/2) IAYC offers a range of working groups, with topics in astronomy and related sciences! Participants learn new things in an open, creative environment, where they feel free to ask questions and to collaborate with peers. Let us know what you’re most excited about via the poll! 🍎🔭🎢 #astroedu

Here’s another glimpse into camp life and some astro pictures, from IAYC 2024 in Klingenthal, Germany! The astro pics were all taken by participants last summer, and they can be very proud of themselves :) (1/2) 🔭🎢 #EduSky #astrophotography #astroedu #astronomyeducation

Here are some photos of camp life/working group from IAYC 2024 in Klingenthal, Germany! The unique daily program and international atmosphere of IAYC foster a creative and distinct learning environment, in which collaboration and connection are highly encouraged! 🔭🎢 #EduSky #astroedu

The IAYC’s goal has always been to bring people together, no matter their financial situation. To help us keep the camp as accessible as possible for participants worldwide, we are using Donorbox to fundraise for the IAYC. You can find our page at: donorbox.org/support-the-... #EduSky #astroedu 🔭🎢

Check out these astro photos — all taken by participants at the 2024 International Astronomical Youth Camp in Klingenthal, Germany! They can be very proud of their work :-) 🔭🎢 #astrophotography #astroedu #EduSky

Tomorrow there will be a partial solar eclipse! Please remember to take safety precautions so as not to damage your eyes/observational instruments. Find more information about the eclipse and safety measures on NASA’s page at: science.nasa.gov/eclipses/fut... 🔭🎢 #astroedu #EduSky #astrophotography

Let us know what you think about the evolution over the years of the team of educators at our astronomy camp, and what kind of content you’d be interested in seeing next! #astroedu #space #astronomyeducation 🎢

International Astronomical Youth Camp@iayc.bsky.social · last yr.

Here’s part 1 to a journey through time — photos of current and former leaders at their first camp and most recent! At IAYC, the volunteer leaders organize camp and working groups for participants, helping them with their personalized research projects based around topics in astronomy. 🔭🎢 #EduSky

Here’s part 1 to a journey through time — photos of current and former leaders at their first camp and most recent! At IAYC, the volunteer leaders organize camp and working groups for participants, helping them with their personalized research projects based around topics in astronomy. 🔭🎢 #EduSky

Big, bright, and spotty — these images were taken by participants at IAYC 2024. Due to the solar maximum, sunspots were highly visible for the duration of camp, and we were left with some lovely photos of our star (check how the sunspots move as the Sun rotates!) :) 🔭🧪🎢 #astrophotography

Let us know what you think about these findings for our astronomy camp, and if you have noticed similar trends within your educational environments! 🔭🧪🎢 #EduSky #WomenInSTEM

International Astronomical Youth Camp@iayc.bsky.social · last yr.

Applications for IAYC 2025 closed a little over a week ago, so we thought it was time for everybody’s favorite discipline — statistics!

All of these awe-inspiring photos were taken by participants at the International Astronomical Youth Camp back in 2016! They did an amazing job :) 🔭🧪🎢 #astrophotography

Applications for IAYC 2025 closed a little over a week ago, so we thought it was time for everybody’s favorite discipline — statistics!

The application deadline for the 2025 IAYC is in only a few days, so if you’re 16-24 and passionate about astronomy, get your application in now! Don’t miss out on 3 weeks of stargazing, science, and connecting with like-minded peers from all over the world. Applications close March 9th, 23:59 CEST

Important update for the 2025 International Astronomical Youth Camp – the working group RIZZLER has been removed due to changes in the 2025 Leader Team, while the other working groups remain unchanged. The website and application portal have been updated to reflect this.

Application deadline is in 20 days (March 9th, 23:59 CEST) — if you want to apply, then there’s no time to waste! When you’re ready, be sure to press the “submit” button on your final application (you’ll receive an email confirmation that the submission was successful). Apply here: apply.iayc.org

Applications to the 2025 International Astronomical Youth camp are rolling in — join us this summer for hands-on experience with a scientific project, adaptable to all skill levels. Below is the IAYC 2025 poster pdf, please feel free to share it within your institution! www.iayc.org/documents/ia...

Applications to the IAYC 2025 are now open! If you’re 16-24 years old and interested in astronomy, join us for an unforgettable 3 weeks of stargazing, outdoor adventures, and hands-on projects. Check out our First Info page to apply: www.iayc.org/nextcamp/. Applications close March 9, 23:59 CEST

Lovely to see this write-up of the @iayc.bsky.social International Astronomical Youth Camp (IAYC). I went twice as a teenager, to Germany in 1984 and Slovenia in 1985, and had a heck of a time. Something to point out to astronomy-curious young people. www.atlasobscura.com/articles/int...

Up at Noon, Out All Night: This Summer Camp Is for Serious Stargazers

For more than half a century, the International Astronomical Youth Camp has attracted aspiring astronomers from around the world.

atlasobscura.com

We're on the front page of @atlasobscura! The incredible Hannah Seo has captured the magic of the IAYC, and told the story of our incredible history as a summer camp. Have a read and let us know what you think! 🔭🎢🍎 www.atlasobscura.com/articles/int...

Up at Noon, Out All Night: This Summer Camp Is for Serious Stargazers

For more than half a century, the International Astronomical Youth Camp has attracted aspiring astronomers from around the world.

atlasobscura.com