🔭 1. Exclusive Access to Events & Programs
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Invitations to member-only events, astro clinics, hikes, and workshops.
💬 2. Community & Mentorship
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Join a growing network of amateur and professional astronomers.
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Participate in collaborative outreach, educational projects, and mentorship opportunities.
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Be recognized through member spotlights and featured contributions.
🎁 3. Special Offers & Discounts
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Receive exclusive discounts on Explore Scientific, Alpen, and partner gear.
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Get early access to certified pre-owned items, limited-edition equipment, and field tests.
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Enjoy member-only promotions and giveaways.
🛡️ 4. Forever, No-Fault, Transferrable Product Protection
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As an Explore Alliance member, your Explore Scientific and Alpen-branded gear is covered by Forever Product Protection. The process is simple, buy any Explore Scientific or Alpen-branded gear, register the product with Explore Scientific, and then join the Alliance. With your registration and membership your product is protected far beyond the warranty, with the best protection in the industry.
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No receipts, no red tape—if it’s broken, it’s covered.
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Fully transferrable to another Explore Alliance Member, so your gear retains its value even when passed on or resold.
🔄 5. Trade-In / Trade-Up Program
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Take part in the Trade In/Trade Up program to upgrade your optical equipment.
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Receive credit toward new gear by trading in old or well-loved Explore Scientific or Alpen products.
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Designed to support long-term exploration and encourage lifetime engagement in science.
🌌 6. Astronomy Outreach Support
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Access to tools, content, and advice to support public events and education.
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Become an Explore Alliance Ambassador and represent the movement for science literacy and sky preservation.
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Share astronomy with schools, clubs, and festivals with help from the EA network.
📚 7. Learning & Discovery
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Attend free educational webinars, courses, and how-to sessions.
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Learn directly from experts in astrophotography, optics, telescope design, and citizen science.
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Present your work or projects to the community.
📜 8. Certificates & Recognition
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Receive an official membership certificate.
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Recognition for outreach hours, educational contributions.
Who Should Join?
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Astronomy hobbyists and explorers of all levels
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STEM teachers and science communicators
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Parents, students, and families interested in science
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Owners of Explore Scientific or Alpen Optics gear looking for forever no-fault product protection and upgrade pathways
Extra Info:
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Contact Customer Service and request your free membership in the Explore Alliance
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Automatically qualify for the Forever No-Fault, Transferrable Explore Alliance Protection Benefit—offering lifetime coverage against accidental damage.