The Durham Region Astronomical Association Centre for Observing (DRAACO) is a members only "dark sky" site. DRAACO is located just east of Orono, and is situated on private property. The land owner has graciously permitted the Association to use this property for astronomical observation. The Association has constructed a shelter that includes a propane heater to warm up during those cool nights. The site is open year round but access up the lane way is not guaranteed to be cleared of snow in the winter months. The site provides a sky that ranks on the Bortle scale of approximately 4.5, that equates to a limiting magnitude of 6.1 to 6.5 naked eye. As well, because the property is private and not readily visible from the road, there is less of a worry for stray cars to pull in without shielded lights or other unwelcome individuals. New members can get more additional information on DRAACO such as directions, etiquette and the "Clear Sky Clock" by clicking the DRAACO link after signing into the site in the Members Services area.