Hey Greg,
If you are able to join the Ottawa Centre of the Royal Astronomical Society, you would get access to the Centre¡¯s observing site (and observatory with training) which is located just outside of Almonte.. ends up being just a little longer than 30 minutes from downtown Ottawa, but the skies are good out there.
Hi,
I'm relatively new to astronomy and have been observing from my backyard.? I live near Dow's lake and the all but the brightest targets are washed out by the city lights.? This has pushed me towards imaging which is fine, however I got into the hobby to show my what they see in books are real.? There is something special about seeing the actual photons created by some distant object.
Are there any good darker locations within 30minutes of the city?? Please don't recommend a site unless there is no issue with access.? I was kicked out of a park by Garda one night after fully setting up and completing PA.?
Thanks,
Greg
