Operated by Robert D. Stephens
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v Riverside Astronomical Society
v Society for Astronomical Sciences
v Collaborative
Asteroid Lightcurve Link (CALL)
v Fox & Stephens, Certified Public Accountants
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E-mail address
rstephens@foxandstephens.com
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Biographical Information
With my dad being in the Air Force, I was
raised around the world before we eventually settled in
I
have had a life-long interest in astronomy but did not pursue organized
activities until I joined the Riverside
Astronomical Society in 1974. Since then, I have served the club in many
capacities including President, Treasurer, Chief Observer, Grant Coordinator,
and Publicity Chairman.
With the help of many others, the RAS has put forth a
spirited effort to bring astronomy to the public. In the past few years, they
have put on dozens of public shows, sometimes attracting as many as 1,000
people. Through our Grant Committee, the RAS' school shows have been augmented
by the acquisition of a Celestron CG11, a Meade LX200, and two solar
telescopes.
Over the years, I have built several telescopes, taken many astrophotos, done variable star observing, and now, do
extensive CCD imaging determining asteroid and variable star rotational
periods. I have also developed a passion for chasing solar eclipses and have
seen the Total Solar Eclipses in
As a member of the RAS, I became active with the Riverside
Telescope Makers Conference (RTMC). I am a member of the RTMC’s Board of Directors, the Secretary/Treasurer and
handle the registration and financial matters. I also serve on the as
Co-Chairman and Treasurer of the Society
for Astronomical Sciences (formerly IAPPP Western Wing).
In 1997, I was honored to receive the G. Bruce Blair Award
from the Western Amateur Astronomers for my years of contribution to amateur
astronomy. In 2002,
Asteroid 1998
FA3 was named (39890) Bobstephens. The
citation is as follows:
Discovered 1998 Mar. 23 by P. Pravec at Ondvrejov.
Robert
Stephens (b. 1955) is a Californian amateur astronomer who has determined some
30 sets of minor-planet lightcurve parameters since becoming active in the
field in 1999. His high-quality work and generosity in sharing his time and
knowledge within the amateur community have set a standard for others to
follow.
Last revised: February 17, 2004