Re: #2022 events UPDATE: 2022 DATES: *JUNE 22-26* and *SEPTEMBER 21-25*
Phil, Great, thanks for organizing the events for 2022, can't wait to get out there again!
- I assume they are both at the Susquehannock State Park, same campsite as 2021? I enjoyed that venue.
- Please also clarify the rain cancellation policy for 2022, since there was some confusion last time.
Happy New Year to all and stay safe! -Teja
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Re: #2022 events UPDATE: 2022 DATES: *JUNE 22-26* and *SEPTEMBER 21-25*
Phil...I have never been to any of your SP's yet. I am in Chesapeake Va. and looking?for some?place to go during?those periods of time. I have a small utility trailer (12 feet long) that I've converted to a camper. I've done nothing but astrophotography since 2002 and require daily charging?of my 3 batteries in the trailer. Is there a spot where I could set up the trailer?for?camping and run my Honda 2KW (quiet) generator during the day for a few hours each day to?recharge the?batteries?
?#2022 events UPDATE
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Hello everyone, I hope everyone is well and has had a nice holiday!
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I first wish to thank all attendees that supported the effort in 2022, and I thank you for your good will and spreading the word to your clubs and friends.? Last year I delayed decisions to hold the parties until summertime, which limited what I could accomplish, but many people did get a taste of what this site offers.? I plan to expand activities and offerings moving forward, and hope more attendees will have the opportunity to experience these events in 2022.
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We can hope that the country is in a different place going forward, and I was absolutely thrilled that ALL attendees had proof of vaccinations, which I had hoped for (though not surprised).
I have been quiet since the parties, taking care of business, and getting things squared away with the state parks people.? I have gotten permission for two parties in 2022, and the dates are as follows:
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June 22-26, 2022 (weekend before the Fourth of July weekend)
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September 21-25, 2022
Registration will be opening during January, as soon as I can get the website updated sufficiently.? I am asking for any volunteers for talks to start submitting requests and ideas ASAP so I can list them on the websites. ?Anyone interested in helping in any way at the party, please let me know which activities and how much time you can offer, either in advance or strictly at the party.? I will list such items in a future email soon.
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There are always different ideas and suggestions on when to hold parties, and I do my best to try to make the dates acceptable to the largest amount of people, and hope there aren’t too many schedule conflicts.? I promise not to have two consecutive months in a row again.? Months are limited by major holiday weekends not being available to use, as per state park guidelines.?
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I hope everyone has a Happy New Year and stays safe!
Phil
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#2022 events UPDATE: 2022 DATES: *JUNE 22-26* and *SEPTEMBER 21-25*
#2022 events UPDATE ?
Hello everyone, I hope everyone is well and has had a nice holiday!
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I first wish to thank all attendees that supported the effort in 2022, and I thank you for your good will and spreading the word to your clubs and friends.? Last year I delayed decisions to hold the parties until summertime, which limited what I could accomplish, but many people did get a taste of what this site offers.? I plan to expand activities and offerings moving forward, and hope more attendees will have the opportunity to experience these events in 2022.
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We can hope that the country is in a different place going forward, and I was absolutely thrilled that ALL attendees had proof of vaccinations, which I had hoped for (though not surprised).
I have been quiet since the parties, taking care of business, and getting things squared away with the state parks people.? I have gotten permission for two parties in 2022, and the dates are as follows:
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June 22-26, 2022 (weekend before the Fourth of July weekend)
AND
September 21-25, 2022
Registration will be opening during January, as soon as I can get the website updated sufficiently.? I am asking for any volunteers for talks to start submitting requests and ideas ASAP so I can list them on the websites. ?Anyone interested in helping in any way at the party, please let me know which activities and how much time you can offer, either in advance or strictly at the party.? I will list such items in a future email soon.
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There are always different ideas and suggestions on when to hold parties, and I do my best to try to make the dates acceptable to the largest amount of people, and hope there aren’t too many schedule conflicts.? I promise not to have two consecutive months in a row again.? Months are limited by major holiday weekends not being available to use, as per state park guidelines.?
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I hope everyone has a Happy New Year and stays safe!
Phil
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Hope you have some clear skies this evening! We had a break in the clouds here in West Chester, and the very thin crescent Moon and Venus were truly stunning.?
Keep looking up,
Don
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Planning on being there tomorrow afternoon! Sean
Good morning, everyone! I hope you are all dry this morning.? We are.I'm was going to send this before 4pm, but I was fortunate to have Pete share much info with me.? Please consider joining us... he needs someone else to share with...PLEASE!!!
Forecasts change.? Earlier ones did.? The first prediction of a CHANCE of rain has been pushed back to overnight Saturday (Anyone notice a trend here?) This is the most gorgeous camping weather we have had in October in a long time.? This is a gorgeous park to socialize in.
It's not hot during the day, and not cold at night.The chance of precip is less than 15% until Saturday night.? Yes, the forecast says it might be overcast much of the time.. but I already discussed forecasts.??
If anyone has any intention to join us, PLEASE TEXT OR EMAIL ME * YES OR *NO IMMEDIATELY.? I plan on being here ONLY until Saturday afternoon.? OR LEAVE SOONER if not many are going to join us or reply....??
By the way, last night, a hole opened up, and it was dark.?We saw:
Jupiter and Saturn...and the following constellations:? Cassiopia Lyra Aquila Andromeda Pegasus Lacerta Delphias Cygnus Sagita and part of the Big Dipper.? Pete also saw the Double Cluster.? With 7x35 binos, Pete was able see the Owl Cluster NGC 457, and make out the cluster Stock 1, near the Double Cluster, as well as open cluster Mel 20.?
More holes opened up today, actually the sun woke Pete up when his tent warmed up.?? Don't feel too bad.? The holes closed within an hour.
However, Mr Starr arrived around 3pm, and says all the forecasts he looked at are saying the sky will have some holes tonight, and they all say tomorrow night WILL be better. Hope to see you here! Phil Get
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Good morning, everyone! I hope you are all dry this morning.? We are.I'm was going to send this before 4pm, but I was fortunate to have Pete share much info with me.? Please consider joining us... he needs someone else to share with...PLEASE!!!
Forecasts change.? Earlier ones did.? The first prediction of a CHANCE of rain has been pushed back to overnight Saturday (Anyone notice a trend here?) This is the most gorgeous camping weather we have had in October in a long time.? This is a gorgeous park to socialize in.
It's not hot during the day, and not cold at night.The chance of precip is less than 15% until Saturday night.? Yes, the forecast says it might be overcast much of the time.. but I already discussed forecasts.??
If anyone has any intention to join us, PLEASE TEXT OR EMAIL ME * YES OR *NO IMMEDIATELY.? I plan on being here ONLY until Saturday afternoon.? OR LEAVE SOONER if not many are going to join us or reply....??
By the way, last night, a hole opened up, and it was dark.?We saw:
Jupiter and Saturn...and the following constellations:? Cassiopia Lyra Aquila Andromeda Pegasus Lacerta Delphias Cygnus Sagita and part of the Big Dipper.? Pete also saw the Double Cluster.? With 7x35 binos, Pete was able see the Owl Cluster NGC 457, and make out the cluster Stock 1, near the Double Cluster, as well as open cluster Mel 20.?
More holes opened up today, actually the sun woke Pete up when his tent warmed up.?? Don't feel too bad.? The holes closed within an hour.
However, Mr Starr arrived around 3pm, and says all the forecasts he looked at are saying the sky will have some holes tonight, and they all say tomorrow night WILL be better. Hope to see you here! Phil Get
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Good morning, everyone! I hope you are all dry this morning.? We are.I'm was going to send this before 4pm, but I was fortunate to have Pete share much info with me.? Please consider joining us... he needs someone else to share with...PLEASE!!!
Forecasts change.? Earlier ones did.? The first prediction of a CHANCE of rain has been pushed back to overnight Saturday (Anyone notice a trend here?) This is the most gorgeous camping weather we have had in October in a long time.? This is a gorgeous park to socialize in.
It's not hot during the day, and not cold at night.The chance of precip is less than 15% until Saturday night.? Yes, the forecast says it might be overcast much of the time.. but I already discussed forecasts.??
If anyone has any intention to join us, PLEASE TEXT OR EMAIL ME * YES OR *NO IMMEDIATELY.? I plan on being here ONLY until Saturday afternoon.? OR LEAVE SOONER if not many are going to join us or reply...??
By the way, last night, a hole opened up, and it was dark.?We saw:
Jupiter and Saturn...and the following constellations:? Cassiopia Lyra Aquila Andromeda Pegasus Lacerta Delphias Cygnus Sagita and part of the Big Dipper.? Pete also saw the Double Cluster.? With 7x35 binos, Pete was able see the Owl Cluster NGC 457, and make out the cluster Stock 1, near the Double Cluster, as well as open cluster Mel 20.?
More holes opened up today, actually the sun woke Pete up when his tent warmed up.?? Don't feel too bad.? The holes closed within an hour.
However, Mr Starr arrived around 3pm, and says all the forecasts he looked at are saying the sky will have some holes tonight, and they all say tomorrow night WILL be better. Hope to see you here! Phil
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Good morning, everyone! I hope you are all dry this morning.? We are. I'm was going to send this before 4pm, but I was fortunate to have Pete share much info with me.? Please consider joining us... he needs someone else to share with...PLEASE!!!
Forecasts change.? Earlier ones did.? The first prediction of a CHANCE of rain has been pushed back to overnight Saturday (Anyone notice a trend here?) This is the most gorgeous camping weather we have had in October in a long time.? This is a gorgeous park to socialize in.
It's not hot during the day, and not cold at night.The chance of precip is less than 15% until Saturday night.? Yes, the forecast says it might be overcast much of the time.. but I already discussed forecasts.??
If anyone has any intention to join us, PLEASE TEXT OR EMAIL ME * YES OR *NO IMMEDIATELY.? I plan on being here ONLY until Saturday afternoon.? OR LEAVE SOONER if not many are going to join us or reply....??
By the way, last night, a hole opened up, and it was dark.??We saw:
Jupiter and Saturn...and the following constellations:? Cassiopia Lyra Aquila Andromeda Pegasus Lacerta Delphias Cygnus Sagita and part of the Big Dipper.? Pete also saw the Double Cluster.? With 7x35 binos, Pete was able see the Owl Cluster NGC 457, and make out the cluster Stock 1, near the Double Cluster, as well as open cluster Mel 20.?
More holes opened up today, actually the sun woke Pete up when his tent warmed up.?? Don't feel too bad.? The holes closed within an hour.
However, Mr Starr arrived around 3pm, and says all the forecasts he looked at are saying the sky will have some holes tonight, and they all say tomorrow night WILL be better. Hope to see you here! Phil
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Hello all! I'm at the camp site, and it is very nice and quiet here, except for the woodpecker, other birds, and falling walnuts.? Just wondering where everyone else is... A few people let me know they aren't well, a few others changed their plans. There are a couple people here, and we have the park to ourselves tonight.? I also understand no one else has reserved the pavilion during the event, so it is available to use. I have some things planned for the party, too.? Movies start tonight, if desired.?? Hope to see you here! Phil
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Fw: A Great New NASA Web Site Which Graphically Shows Science Data and Time Lapse Photography
Fellow Observers,
Here is a web site which you need to check out because it uses graphics and time lapse photos to show sea ice reduction, Lake Meade drying up etc.? Basically the site uses images instead of text/numbers data to get the point across.
Howard
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From: Howard Dew <glarg291@...> To: Michael Rosolina <michaelrosolina@...> Sent: Wednesday, October 6, 2021, 09:09:02 PM EDT Subject: A Great New NASA Web Site Which Graphically Shows Science Data and Time Lapse Photography
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Re: Up coming star party 2021
Have fun camping Pete, Barb and I aren’t coming, the weather forecast is dismal.?
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Re: Up coming star party 2021
Go and have a great time, Pete! I can't make it down there, but I'm hoping clear skies for all. :-)
On Wed, Oct 6, 2021 at 12:30 PM, Peter Kellermann <petekellstar@...> wrote: I'm on my way in about an hour. I'll kick myself if we have a sky and I'm not there. Last star party of the year!!!!
Pete Kellermann
On October 5, 2021, at 1:35 PM, Phil De Rosa <philderosa1@...> wrote:
Pete, I don’t think anything will diminish that smile of yours… As of today, I am thanking the weather gods.? Forecast now is only a few showers Saturday and Sunday.? I’m planning to be on site in the morning, staying until the last person leaves. ? ? Okay is there going to be a star party? Weather is not looking too good. Don't want to be the only person out there on the field. Is there going to be a food wagon?f
Pete Kellermann
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Re: Up coming star party 2021
I'm on my way in about an hour. I'll kick myself if we have a sky and I'm not there. Last star party of the year!!!!
Pete Kellermann
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On October 5, 2021, at 1:35 PM, Phil De Rosa <philderosa1@...> wrote: Pete, I don’t think anything will diminish that smile of yours… As of today, I am thanking the weather gods.? Forecast now is only a few showers Saturday and Sunday.? I’m planning to be on site in the morning, staying until the last person leaves. ? ? Okay is there going to be a star party? Weather is not looking too good. Don't want to be the only person out there on the field. Is there going to be a food wagon?f
Pete Kellermann
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? ? In response to some questions, here are a few updates: ? As of today, I am thanking the weather gods.? Forecast now is only a few showers Saturday and Sunday.? This field is amazing, and there has been no mud or puddles on it regardless of downpours. I’m planning to be on site in the morning, staying until the last person leaves.? However, observing isn’t looking very promising, but like the rain forecast all last week, no one can really predict the weather. ? Like one precocious 7 year old said a few years ago, “Is that a good thing or a bad thing?” ? Busy Bee will not be licensed for this one.? Sorry.? Good news is that no one starved last time. ? If those that are registered have made a decision to either attend or stay home, I would appreciate a private email from all so I can assess how many to plan for.? ? I have the pavilion rented with electric Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.? ? I have a TV monitor and a projector & screen, and I’m bringing some movies.? If you’ve got something astro-related, I’m also bringing popcorn.? AND a microwave.? ? WHAT I COULD REALLY USE IS A BIG STOVETOP PERCOLATOR FOR COFFEE.? I have electric pots, and amazon just notified me the 30-cup stovetop one I ordered won’t arrive until (guess…) Columbus day.? It is now cancelled. ? ? ?
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Re: Up coming star party 2021
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Re: Up coming star party 2021
Pete, I don’t think anything will diminish that smile of yours… As of today, I am thanking the weather gods.? Forecast now is only a few showers Saturday and Sunday.? I’m planning to be on site in the morning, staying until the last person leaves. ?
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From: [email protected] < [email protected]> On Behalf Of Peter Kellermann Sent: Monday, October 4, 2021 10:07 PM To: [email protected]Subject: [YCSP] Up coming star party 2021 ? Okay is there going to be a star party? Weather is not looking too good. Don't want to be the only person out there on the field. Is there going to be a food wagon?f
Pete Kellermann
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Up coming star party 2021
Okay is there going to be a star party? Weather is not looking too good. Don't want to be the only person out there on the field. Is there going to be a food wagon?f
Pete Kellermann
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Re: Another imaging result from September YCSP
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Hi, folks -?
Here’s another image from that weekend. It’s Sharpless 2-132, an emission nebula in Cepheus. Color palette is a bit unusual, but standard HSO was far too red (Ha overwhelmed everything else).
Enjoy!
Bill Arden
Charlie, that image is astounding to me… hopefully, we’ll have less humidity in October.
Phil??
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Even though the skies were not great, I still managed to get this:?
Regards,
Charlie?
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Re: Another imaging result from September YCSP
Forgot to mention - this is narrowband, Ha, SII, OIII.
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On Sep 22, 2021, at 10:03 PM, William Arden < wardenmsp@...> wrote:
Hi, folks -?
Here’s another image from that weekend. It’s Sharpless 2-132, an emission nebula in Cepheus. Color palette is a bit unusual, but standard HSO was far too red (Ha overwhelmed everything else).
Enjoy!
Bill Arden
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Charlie, that image is astounding to me… hopefully, we’ll have less humidity in October. Phil?? ? ? Even though the skies were not great, I still managed to get this:?
Regards,
Charlie?
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Another imaging result from September YCSP
Hi, folks -?
Here’s another image from that weekend. It’s Sharpless 2-132, an emission nebula in Cepheus. Color palette is a bit unusual, but standard HSO was far too red (Ha overwhelmed everything else).
Enjoy!
Bill Arden
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Charlie, that image is astounding to me… hopefully, we’ll have less humidity in October. Phil?? ? ? Even though the skies were not great, I still managed to get this:?
Regards,
Charlie?
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Teja
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