*** SAS Members *** We will be holding an impromptu observing session tonight, 7/9 at Darling Hill Observatory in Tully. Yes, Yes.. I know.. there’s a huge moon in our faces.. but we can’t pass up clear skies and mild temperatures, so we’re gonna do it anyway. Bring a comfortable lawn chair, some bug spray and a light jacket and join us Lunatics on the hill!
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SAS Members, Tonight’s member observing session at Darling Hill is POSTPONED until Saturday night, 5/28. We’re optimistic that the weather will improve enough for us to hold our session tomorrow night. See you there!
Twelve members took time out of their busy schedules to schlep their gear to DHO for a wonderful night on the hill. The temps outside hovered around freezing once the sun set, but the chartroom was heated and lots of home sapiens added to the warmth…both physically and mentally…and with Mike Z’s thoughtfulness, we had a plethora of Vitamin O modalities to explore…bakery-style, gluten free, and classic Oreo’s to keep us going throughout the night. A few of the observers were die-hard astrophotographers, but there were quite a variety of stargeeks on the lawn. Mike F brought his lawn chair […]
*** SAS Members *** We’re on for tonight’s 5/14 observing session! The weather looks perfect all night long! It will get down into the lower 40’s, so please dress appropriately. Given the CDC’s recent change in guidance regarding masks, we will not be requiring mask usage on the observatory grounds, and we’ll leave it to your discretion whether or not you use one while inside the observatory building. We would ask that you continue to sign our contact tracing sheet when you arrive. See you on the hill!