Hi, My name is Craig Smith, I just joined the list and thought I'd introduce myself. I moved to Utah (South Jordan) last December from southern California. I've been interested in astronomy for about 8 years, although I haven't been able to pursue it as much as I would like. I started off with a Celestron G-5 (8" SCT on a CG-5 mount). After a few years I got a Meade 8" LX200. A couple years later I added a William-Optics Zenithstar 80 II ED refractor on a PortaMount. I spent way more money and had way better equipment than I was deserving of. I had some wonderful nights at places such as Mt. Pinos, Yosemite, and RTMC, but sold everything a couple years ago for various reasons (except for a few filters in case anyone is interested). I got the bug again though last year, but this time got something smaller, lighter, simpler, and cheaper: Nexstar 6SE, Stellarvue F50 finder, Baader Hyperion zoom. With the forecast for a great weekend coming up I was looking for places to go and people to observe with; I met Jay on cloudynights, and he tipped me off to this group. Although I am sure I don't have near the equipment, experience, or knowledge of the people on this list, I hope I can join you for a few outings. I don't have a lot of time to pursue this hobby though so probably won't be hugely active. As far as personal info, I am married and have a couple girls, love to camp, and have a day job doing database stuff. Craig
Hi Craig, Welcome to the list. I hope you enjoy it. I will introduce myself to you... My name is Tyler Allred, and I am addicted to astro-imaging. It is sad but true, and there is nothing I can do, so why fight it? :) My main participation on the list is an occasional posting of an image or two, but I like reading the posts and keeping up on the happenings. If you get a minute, take a look at my website. It has a little about me and some of my images. Here is a link: http://www.allred-astro.com/gpage8.html If you ever decide to try a little imaging, I would gladly offer any help that I may be able to render. I hope to meet you sometime in the future. Cheers, Tyler _____________________________________________
Thanks very much. Fantastic images! I originally thought I might get into imaging so initially had the equatorial mount, but never got around to it. I would like to do some but probably can't commit the time, but we'll see. Dark skies are closer here than where I previously lived so it might make it easier. Craig -----Original Message----- From: utah-astronomy-bounces@mailman.xmission.com [mailto:utah-astronomy-bounces@mailman.xmission.com] On Behalf Of Tyler Allred Sent: Saturday, July 11, 2009 11:45 PM To: 'Utah Astronomy' Subject: Re: [Utah-astronomy] New to the list Hi Craig, Welcome to the list. I hope you enjoy it. I will introduce myself to you... My name is Tyler Allred, and I am addicted to astro-imaging. It is sad but true, and there is nothing I can do, so why fight it? :) My main participation on the list is an occasional posting of an image or two, but I like reading the posts and keeping up on the happenings. If you get a minute, take a look at my website. It has a little about me and some of my images. Here is a link: http://www.allred-astro.com/gpage8.html If you ever decide to try a little imaging, I would gladly offer any help that I may be able to render. I hope to meet you sometime in the future. Cheers, Tyler _____________________________________________ _______________________________________________ Utah-Astronomy mailing list Utah-Astronomy@mailman.xmission.com http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/utah-astronomy Visit the Photo Gallery: http://www.slas.us/gallery2/main.php Visit the Wiki: http://www.utahastronomy.com
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