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Re: Sidewalk Astronomy in Almonte
Al Seaman
Richard Harding wrote:
Will do shortly just as soon as I can verify that Jupiter and Saturn will not be obstructed when viewed from Library parking lot. Was going to do that last night, but of course everything was blanked out by clouds. But I will do some daytime compass measurements to confirm. Cheers - Al |
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Re: Perth tonight
Wagner,Rick [CIS-ADS]
I checked both the Bytown and Mayfair and neither has it on within the next
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month or so. But they are both places I would expect to show it at some point. Rick -----Original Message-----
From: Mike Wirths [mailto:mwirths@...] Sent: Monday, 09 April 2001 16:08 To: OAFs@... Subject: [OAFs] Perth tonight Hi, snip BTW, Al and those that like the sounds of the Dish movie, its not at any theatres that I looked up ...yet but it may show up soon so stay tuned! |
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Clear at this second...
I don't know how long it will last, but right now (19:40) it is clear
here (I can see clouds in the west, but not to the east - oops, just took a look there are a couple to the east (and I can't see as far that way - there may be more). If anyone out there feels lucky give me a call (521-5139), otherwise if things remain clear I might just set up in the driveway (the backyard is still a swamp). Here's hoping the skies stay (get) clear. Rob P.S. If someone has an authoritative reason for being optimistic, I'll consider Perth, but since it's already been called off once... |
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Perth Sidewalk: "NO GO" tonight(Monday)!
--- In OAFs@y..., "Mike Wirths" <mwirths@s...> wrote:
So I'd have to say sadly that for tonight its a no-go ;(Yeah, looks bad now in Ottawa as well, and the weather maps don't show clearing until later in the night. Oh well! Hopefully an Almonte session tomorrow PM might have more luck. --I may try some Mars observing around 4:30 tommorrow am if it looksgood, anyone do that yet for Mars? Not yet. Mike, if you do, maybe post a micro report, to whet our appetites for the coming few months? I just love to read observing reports. On second thought, you're probably working way too hard right now to be posting reports. Enjoy the view, Mike! Good observing! Roland |
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Perth tonight
Mike Wirths
Hi,
Well unfortunately its completely clouded over here and by the looks of the sat pics its not going to get better anytime soon, they say clearing after midnight, but that does'nt help us! So I'd have to say sadly that for tonight its a no-go ;( But I'd like to come out to Almonte tommorrow if its nice! BTW, Al and those that like the sounds of the Dish movie, its not at any theatres that I looked up ...yet but it may show up soon so stay tuned! --I may try some Mars observing around 4:30 tommorrow am if it looks good, anyone do that yet for Mars? --Mike W |
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Re: Sidewalk Astronomy in Perth (and Almonte)
Al Seaman
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The library is best from the point of view of capturing evening visitors, but the western horizon is a bit obstructed. I will have to do a bit further scouting to see if it is still OK for the planets, and if not find a suitable alternate location. Also, if it's a "GO", you maybe might want to post a few moreWill certainly provide more details as soon as time and location is firm. Fortunately, Almonte is not that complicated once you get to the town. Cheers - Al |
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Re: Sidewalk Astronomy in Perth (and Almonte)
--- In OAFs@y..., Rob Robotham <rob.robotham@a...> wrote:
(and I will bring the forbidden fruit eyepiece that Roland hasWhat do you mean "almost"?! You other OAFs should'a seen this guy approach me with his 31mm termi-Nagler eyepiece and that casual, cheerful, evil glint in his eye. "Give it a try... just one look, Roland... what can it hurt?" Worse than a snake in an apple tree. "*Almost*" indeed! I should sue... ;-) And if the weather forecast is right (i.e. bad) then I always haveYeah, I've had Burnham's for a couple of years now. Very poetic stuff and still quite interesting. The stellar data is a bit off in some cases due to the epoch, but much of the info on galaxies, nebulas, etc. is just as valid. Also, I find some of the lore interesting as well. Until (hopefully) later this week, Rol |
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Re: Sidewalk Astronomy in Perth (and Almonte)
--- In OAFs@y..., Al Seaman <alseaman@a...> wrote:
And also if conditions are right will try for Almonte on Tuesday.Hi Al! I'm free this week, so I could also join you tomorrow (Tues.) with my SCT-8", for some sidewalk astronomy in Almonte, if the weather holds out ok. I think you said you'd set yourself up at the public library over there. Would it be in that same location this time? We would probably have to focus on Jupiter and Saturn as the past full moon would only come up later in the evening. So, if the choice of location did have some kind of low Western view, that'd probalby be helpful. Also, if it's a "GO", you maybe might want to post a few more directions, for us Almonte neophytes. Hoping to see you tonite or tomorrow, Al, under clear skies... Photons Rule! ;-) Roland |
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Re: Sidewalk Astronomy in Perth (and Almonte)
Rob Robotham
Good luck all,
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For me the start of the week isn't great (Tuesday is right out), but I will try and make it out Saturday to help with the Cadets at Mike's (and I will bring the forbidden fruit eyepiece that Roland has mentioned to me a few times - I *almost* feel guilty for having let him look through it once...). If the weather cooperates, naturally. And if the weather forecast is wrong for later on in the week, Thursday and Friday have potential for me. And if the weather forecast is right (i.e. bad) then I always have Burnham's to read :-). Rob Al Seaman wrote: Mike Wirths wrote:might be |
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Re: Sidewalk Astronomy in Perth (and Almonte)
Al Seaman
Mike Wirths wrote:
I was also thinking that tomorrow (Tuesday) might be a good night for Almonte as discussed earlier. If I can, and if the weather holds, will try to join you in Perth tonight. And also if conditions are right will try for Almonte on Tuesday. Cheers - Al |
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Re: Sidewalk Astronomy in Perth
If Mike calls a "GO" for tonight, I will be accompanying Roland for
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a sidewalk session under the Lanark County skies in Perth. Hope to see some of you there! Janice --- In OAFs@y..., "Mike Wirths" <mwirths@s...> wrote:
Just got off the phone with Roland and we though perhaps tonight |
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Sidewalk Astronomy in Perth
Mike Wirths
Hi everyone!
Just got off the phone with Roland and we though perhaps tonight might be one of the better looking nights for some sidewalk observing here in Perth. There are some ominous clouds to the north but I would give a go, no -go around 6:00 depending on how it looks. The location will be the Perth mall (there is only one!) on Hwy 7, its actually afew 100 feet furthur west on hwy 7 on the left past the left turn that you would normally take to go to my observatory (wilson st.). I will set up near the middle of the lot towards the Independent grocer store-- look for a large red crew cab Ford truck--thats where I will be. So lets hope for clear skies! ---Mike W |
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Awesome moon last night
Last night (Sunday) I happened to take the dog out at 9:00 and I just
lucked into a really nice view of the moon. It was quite low in the sky (something like 5 degrees) and almost full so it looked HUGE, and it hit a break in the clouds just when I got out. What was really neat (I can't believe I'm saying good things about clouds...) was the clouds lit from underneath. Quite impressive (I'm sure Roland would have preferred fewer clouds, but we have to enjoy what we get...). It was pure luck that I was out, and walking the right direction when the moon hit the gap. Clear skies (though the occasional cloud is permitted if it provides a really cool effect), Rob |
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Re: Awesome moon last night
Richard Harding
Another example of what you can see by just "looking up!!" There's always something going on. Since I have been involved with this hobby, I have begun to appreciate the cloud formations more, and the various moon/sun effects. Sometimes (like last night)it can be downright gorgeous with the moon seeming to separate the various cloud structures. It is stunning!! It is especially nice when you don't have a scope out!! ;o)
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Re: stuff
Wagner,Rick [CIS-ADS]
I will try and remember to check at home, but I think either the Bytown or
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the Mayfair will be/are/have been showing "The Dish". Rick -----Original Message-----
From: Al Seaman [mailto:alseaman@...] Sent: Monday, 09 April 2001 10:23 To: OAFs@... Subject: Re: [OAFs] stuff Mike Wirths wrote: An interesting review. I note the following extract from it: "With "The Dish" and "The Castle," Sitch and his producing partner Michael Hirsh have made enormously entertaining movies. Perhaps just as importantly, they've made good-hearted movies." By coincidence, last night "The Castle" was on the schedule for the Carleton Place Film Society, which my wife and I belong to. The movie turned out to be delightful. If "The Dish" has similar character, it will be well worth going to. If it shows up locally at any time, count us in as interested in joining a movie party. Cheers - Al Seaman Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to |
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Re: stuff
Al Seaman
Mike Wirths wrote:
An interesting review. I note the following extract from it: "With "The Dish" and "The Castle," Sitch and his producing partner Michael Hirsh have made enormously entertaining movies. Perhaps just as importantly, they've made good-hearted movies." By coincidence, last night "The Castle" was on the schedule for the Carleton Place Film Society, which my wife and I belong to. The movie turned out to be delightful. If "The Dish" has similar character, it will be well worth going to. If it shows up locally at any time, count us in as interested in joining a movie party. Cheers - Al Seaman |
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Cadets on Saturday night.....
Mike,
I have a confirmed 12 cadets and 4 adults who will attend on Saturday night. The final call is , of course, yours to make...but should the weather be iffy, could you let me know via cell ( 265-2355) by 4:30 or so, so that I may in turn inform the people on my list....?? The plan is to leave Ottawa around 6:30pm and leave your place around 10:00~11:00 or so.... Let me know, Jean |
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