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4M is ON for Saturday, 10/10/15

Posted: Sat Oct 10, 2015 11:29 am
by jjones7777
I'm going to take a chance and call the 4M ON for tonight a bit earlier than usual. I don't expect the weather forecast will change that much in the next few hours.

While not perfect, it's better than last night. Biggest issues: wind and high cirrus clouds. Prepare for 15 mph winds which will make things feel colder, even though it will be warm for this time of year. It's best to prepare for temps 20ยบ lower than listed. This helps account for the wind as well as heat lost by 'just standing around'. So, dress warmly! Also, because of the potential of high cirrus clouds, the transparency and seeing will be diminished. However, this is SUPPOSED to dissipate by 11:00 pm leaving the skies pretty nice.

Feel free to download the form found earlier on this discussion thread; I will be bringing extra forms with me, as well as some water and a few goodies.

See you tonight!!!

Re: 4M is ON for Saturday, 10/10/15

Posted: Sat Oct 10, 2015 5:12 pm
by jlmanatee
If I come, it will be to observe with a goto, not expecting an award of any kind. ( I humbly bow to you star-hoppers) Will my whirring goto be unwelcome? I'd rather not ruin anyone's night.

Re: 4M is ON for Saturday, 10/10/15

Posted: Sat Oct 10, 2015 5:32 pm
by clayton
You and your GOTO are welcome. I not going to be able to make it tonight as I have a prior commitment, however enjoy your observing.

Re: 4M is ON for Saturday, 10/10/15

Posted: Sun Oct 11, 2015 11:36 am
by jjones7777
Jack - great job on the 'just viewing' last night! Perhaps all of us 'star-hoppers' at Okie-Tex affected you. Thanks for joining us last night.