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Adopt a Star at Carter Observatory
MEDIA RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
21 October 2013
People may never be able to
own stars, but they can adopt one with Carter
Observatory!
Those of us looking for something just a little bit different for the special ones in our lives can now adopt a star from Carter Observatory. Presented with your very own certificate you can select a Single Star, a Binary Star for couples, or a Super Bright Star such as Sirius, Rigel or Betelgeuse. The adopted star is unique to the nominated person, and is visible from New Zealand.
Adopt a star supports Carter Observatory’s work sharing the heritage and culture of our southern skies
It's another way to catch the stars at Carter!
Your Adopt a Star pack
contains:
• A certificate dedicating the
selected star to a nominated person or
event
• Coordinates and instructions on how to locate
your adopted star in the night sky
• Background
information on your star’s constellation and type
• A
sheet of astronomical terms
• A Carter Observatory Star
Supporter Lapel Pin
Options available
include:
• Single star $ 50.00
• Binary
Star (for couples) $ 70.00
• Super stars $
200.00
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