Amarillo Astronomy Club
Viewing at Plum Creek- Lake Meredith
Last Updated on Tuesday, 31 January 2012 11:52 Written by A. Schneider Saturday, 21 January 2012 17:22
I decided to venture out January 21st, Friday evening and take advantage of a new moon sky. A few weeks ago, Jean and I visited Plum Creek, a dry boat ramp on the N.W. side of Lake Meredith. It is exactly across from Alibates boat ramp, which has been high and dry for many years.
As a matter of fact, years ago, a number of us from the club viewed from the Alibates ramp area but were disappointed by a bit of sky glow from Fritch and a large hill obstructing the view toward the S.W. It did shield the Amarillo light dome however. When we walked the area a few weeks back, I was wondering how good the view would be from this location, so here is the report.
The Monster is here!
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Written by Dave Heard Thursday, 27 October 2011 08:01
Well, I guess that Amy & I are solely responsible for the latest weather freakeyness. We took delivery Friday of the new 25" scope. The builder, Peter Read of Au arrived here Thur to help set up & get the thing running. He has been here all week & we've been playing tour guide & showing him around.