A graphic showing different pieces of astronomical equipment and their price tags, the prices range from €41 to €1500. One item has been crossed out with the label "Directly Funded".

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 ⤵️ 🔭

Thank you!

Thank you for recommending them!! :)) Always a pleasure to hear from you 🌌 IAYC oldies mean the world

✨ 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

Graphic design text over starry background with IAYC logo in top left corner. Text: 60th International Astronomical Youth Camp, 2nd-22nd August 2026, Albergue Rural Solanillos, Guadalajara, Spain Apply by: March 22nd, 23:59 CET website: www.iayc.org email: info@iayc.org QR code leads to application page

🔭 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

Participants running

Participants holding hands up for camera

People walking away from volleyball court

Participants around picnic table chatting

(2/2) During daily NAP time, fun activities are organized by the dedicated leader, for the whole camp to enjoy together :-)
To read more about what camp is like, check out our website via the link: www.iayc.org/about/

Clear skies 🌌

🔭 #iTeachPhysics #EduSky #astroedu #scicomm #academicsky #sciedu

Participants laughing in circle during NAP time

Participants with their arms up during NAP

Participants around picnic table building something

Participants laughing in circle

(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!

Thank you for your contribution and support Mike! 🌌

Text: Would you buy the IAYC a coffee? 30 people subscribed to 3 euros per month equals one full grant per year, on starry background with participants using red light in frame

Text: THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR 150 DONORBOX DONATIONS! YOUR SUPPORT HAS HELPED FUND... * Equipment * Full grants * ...and more — thank you for your help making IAYC as amazing as always! on starry background

Text: HOW DONORBOX WORKS * via your Paypal account * one-time or subscription * cancel anytime * you have the option to cover platform fees or not — we don't mind which ! :) LINK IN BIO <3

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

Milky Way over observation area set up on dirt road

Milky Way above mountains in Baños del Montemayor

Milky way over observation area on dirt road, participants in frame

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

(2/2) IAYC is volunteer-run; the leader team ensures that participants get the most out of their camp experience! The international community and stimulating research setting promote both personal and scientific growth 🔭
Read more here: www.iayc.org/about/
#EduSky #astroedu #sciedu #iTeachPhysics

(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

(2/2) Which of the following working group topics interests you the most?

1️⃣ programming/data analysis
2️⃣️ observing
3️⃣ cultural/social astronomy
4️⃣ engineering
5️⃣ theory

📊 Show results

(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

people’s silhouettes against a starry sky

participants working outside under the setting sun

campers laughing and playing the guitar during free time

starry sky above dark forest

Here are a few more nostalgic photos from IAYC 2024!

Clear skies, and we look forward to seeing everyone soon 🌌

(2/2)

🔭🎢 #EduSky #astrophotography #astroedu #astronomyeducation

starstaX long exposure photo leading to star trails

participants smiling and listening to explanations

participants working on computer

participants having fun during NAP (Non-Astronomical Program)

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

Welcome IAYC 2024 powerpoint

participants smiling in working group on their computers

telescope 101 explanations

participants being silly in working group

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

We thank you for your patronage and for your help in making astronomy accessible for our attendees, no matter their financial background ❤️

Signing off with a sunrise photo taken by participants at IAYC 2024, we wish you clear skies 🌌

The IAYC has faced a difficult few years, but we are working hard to make camp an unforgettable experience, as it always has been. 100% of your donation will go into future IAYCs, so please sign up — starting today, you can have a direct impact on the lives of our participants (ages 16-24)!

Donorbox allows for one-off, monthly, or yearly donations all organised for you. Recurring donations allow us to plan for the future, and no amount is too small! We truly appreciate whatever you can spare.

You can also see how to donate via PayPal/bank transfer on our Facebook!

Support the IAYC using donorbox, donations go towards improving equipment, grant funding, and reducing the camp fee. Thank you for your patronage

Grant fund donations: help us make iayc more accessible for aspiring young astronomers worldwide — donate to the grand fund via : paypal, donorbox, or bank transfer

thank you for your participation in our quest to fund applicants who need support. photo from klingenthal 2024

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 🔭🎢

Thank you for the reply, I totally agree!! Very impressive work from participants (ages 16-24), who are sometimes using a telescope for the first time ever at camp :-)

The observing-focused working group isn’t the only place where you can learn how to use a telescope — the camp’s unique atmosphere fosters collaboration and connection during the entire 3-week experience. Fellow participants and leaders are more than happy to help you! :)

🔭🎢 #EduSky #astroedu

space photo

sky photo with trees

space photo

sun with visible sunspots

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

Text: partial solar eclipse, march 9th 2025, photo eclipse

Text with eclipse safety precautions and image of sun from NASA

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 🎢

An important thing to note is that all leaders started out as participants before becoming part of the leader team 💫

Many things may change throughout the years (including baby faces and camera quality), but IAYC is a constant :)

Hope you see you all soon and clear skies! 🌌