The threatening snowstorm is what worries me. I just hope all is clear for new moon. -- Joe ________________________________ From: Wiggins Patrick <paw@wirelessbeehive.com> To: utah astronomy listserve utah astronomy <utah-astronomy@mailman.xmission.com> Sent: Thursday, November 8, 2012 10:21 PM Subject: [Utah-astronomy] Surprising skies When I opened my observatory earlier this evening I really didn't expect much in the way of seeing but I was surprised at just how good it is.  Clear and transparent and not that turbulent despite the high winds.  Regarding the latter, it helps to have a very sturdy mount. About the only problem was the temperature.  I set the primary mirror a few days ago for the then low and expected low temps.  Unfortunately with tonight's temps being 11-12 degrees warmer than then I had to unlock, refocus and relock the primary before I could get started. No doubt I'll be resetting for colder temps very soon. patrick _______________________________________________ Utah-Astronomy mailing list http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/utah-astronomy Send messages to the list to Utah-Astronomy@mailman.xmission.com The Utah-Astronomy mailing list is not affiliated with any astronomy club. To unsubscribe go to: http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/utah-astronomy Then enter your email address in the space provided and click on "Unsubscribe or edit options".