These are the last two from my last Chiefland run. I am sorry to see them go, it was a nice 2-night session with good seeing. Both are imaged with the SXV H9...
Anybody else on this list going to be at TSP this year? Les said his group would be there later in the week. Anybody else going to be there earlier in the...
Hello all, Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Michael Prokosch and I live in Huntsville, Texas. I am a public school teacher and my hobby is astronomy....
Hi Mike Welcome to the group. My serious interest in astronomy also started about the same time, but Halley's comet really peaked my interest. Magnitude 6...
... live ... Yo! Welcome! Don't forget to post your club meetings and public observing session opportunities here. I'm still looking forward to coming down...
Just a haeds up that the ISS is going to transit Juipter tonight between 9:30 and 9:38 EDT - depending on your exact coordinates. heavens-above.com can give...
I tried my hand at comet Q4 NEAT last weekend. This is my first attempt at imaging a comet and I have a new found respect for comet chasers. Making something...
Nice, Charlie. I just don't see how you guys have the patience and perseverance to do astro photography. I suppose you learn the tricks with experience but...
Les Thanks for the comments, and the update from TSP. The astrophotography bug is incurable I am afraid. 8>). No matter how long you do it, it can be a ...
I hope you enjoy this widefield view of M20 & M21. It is a pretty and colorful portion of the sky. The Trifid is a combination of emission (red) and reflection...
I am finally back from the Venus Transit, witnessed from the Outer Banks, North Carolina just yards from the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. All I can say is that...
Mike Thanks for posting your report. I looked for the photos in the Photo section, but did not see them. Maybe I beat you to the upload. I will try a little...
I managed to get out last weekend and miraculously the skies cleared (somewhat) and I was able to capture a few photons. It was a bit hazy, and lightning was...
Imaging widefield Ha is sure a lot of fun. This is another from the last Chiefland visit. The Ha seemed to cut through some of the haze. I did get some very...
Just wanted to pass on this notice about the July Copper Breads Star Walk. JULY 2004 STARWALK -- COPPER BREAKS STATE PARK It's that time again -- coordinating...
Up until now the faint portion of the Veil know as Pickerings Wisp (or Triangle) has eluded me. With the little Tak I was able to get it in the frame with the...
Welcome to the group Rick! Glad you could drop in. If you get a chance, give us a quick post of your astronomical interests, equipment and where you usually...
Hello Charlie, Thank you for the warm welcome. about me... I live in N.B. Canada, I own a 4.5" bushnell that I purchaced four years or so ago, it was enough...
Thanks for posting Rick I always enjoy hearing what others are doing. I have always intended to make a telescope myself, but have yet to commit the time. Tom...
If you or anyone you know who has a M.S. in either Physics or Astronomy is seeking a job, I know of an opening at Sam Houston State University here in...
If our present material universe is 10 to 20 billion years of age,and if we compare that age with the infinite age of the endless space that houses this...
A sunspot group aimed squarely at Earth has grown to 20 times the size of our planet and has the potential to unleash a major solar storm. The amorphous mix of...
If you get a chance, step out and look South to see the Delta Aquarids meteor showers July 27-30 (peaking). Go to this site for more information on viewing...
Just a reminder that the Perseid meteor showers will peak next week. Next Wednesday night/ Thursday morning should be the best viewing. If weather is clear, I...
Having problems with message search?
Fill out this form to ensure your group is one of the first to be migrated to the new message search system.
