Francis Park Stargazing * Wednesday, May 3, 2006 * 7-9 PM Greetings Fellow Astronomers: * Francis Park Stargazing * You are invited for a group stargazing...
Rip, If it falls thru let me know. B _____ From: Dennis Rippelmeyer [mailto:ripps1@...] Sent: Tuesday, May 02, 2006 12:49 PM To: gag_astro@yahoogroups.com ...
Have you registered for MSRAL 2006? Time is rapidly running out. Secure your spot at this years regional convention. Registration and information can be...
Good News Folks-- I am very happy to report that I have replaced my lost 9.7mm Series 4000 Plossl. I lost mine at St. Jacob Park in November during the Mars...
Don't forget to use the zoom to find out the minimun magnification you can use for that night's light pollution to achieve the sky darkness that you like. I...
Great idea, Harry. Thanks! I have noticed that the restricted AFOV of the zoom makes it much harder to find targets, even at the lowest power setting. I'll...
Time is running out for pre-registration for the MSRAL 2006 convention being held June 16 - June 18. One of the main speakers during the convention will be...
Hi All-- There is a great resource available online for free for those interested in astronomy outreach. This was highlighted on page 88 of the June 2006 issue...
Extracted From http://skyandtelescope.com/observing/objects/comets/article_1704_1.asp Meteor shower May 22–23? Jack Drummond of the Starfire Optical Range...
Breeden Stargazing Report – May 26, 2006 – Whiteside, Missouri Taking a 65 Million Light-Year Trip to the Virgo-Coma Cluster Whiteside may seem like a long...
Breeden Stargazing Report – May 27, 2006 – Menz Backyard Perfect Night Graces the Menz Star Party Saturday night, May 27, 2006 was absolutely perfect for...
Francis Park Stargazing * Friday, June 2, 2006 * 7-10 PM * Summertime Stargazing at Francis Park ! * You are invited for a group stargazing session and...
A question regarding how to square up a new focuser for a dob came up on another site. I shared the following method that has worked for me in the past. First...
For those members wishing to attend this years MSRAL convention, you only have a couple of days left. I will need to have your registrations NOT LATER THAN...
The registration for the 2006 MSRAL is closed. You can still register for the conference, but WILL NOT be able to sign up for any accomdation or meals. We...
Everyone, I received this email from someone unknown to me (guess that happens when you're president) that wants to sell his telescope. Below you can find the...
I have up for sale a Celstron 4" Refracting Telescope for sale. This includes all the following accesories. 4" Celstron Refracting Telescope C-4N Equitorial...
Everyone, Short notice, but... The Office of Undergraduate Research at Washington University has contacted us (SLAS) about setting up a couple of telescopes...
Greetings Astronomers- If anyone will be stargazing Sunday night or Monday night, asteroid 2004 XP14 should be within reach of 6 - 8 inch telescopes. Here is...
I find the passing (or, near miss) of a 600 meter asteroid interesting and a bit unnerving. I'm surprised it hasn't garnered more press than it has. The skies...
Francis Park Stargazing * Friday, July 7, 2006 * 7-10 PM * Summertime Stargazing at Francis Park ! * You are invited for a group stargazing session and...