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download the apod calendar (it's awesome and free)
by Richard Tenney 06 Dec '13

06 Dec '13

Here's the link. I believe kinkos or similar places can print it for you. Enjoy. http://asterisk.apod.com/viewtopic.php?f=28&t=32474

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Fw: Fwd: Re: Star Party at Tintic High School (in Delta?)
by Richard Tenney 12 Oct '13

12 Oct '13

Is anyone on either list anywhere near Delta UT that could help this HS science teacher out with a star party? Details are found in the messages below. Thanks in advance... /R ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: Larry Holmes <larry(a)kijoda.com> To: Richard Tenney <retenney(a)yahoo.com>; gthornock(a)tintic.org Sent: Tuesday, October 8, 2013 6:35 PM Subject: Fwd: Re: Star Party at a High School Richard, long haul for either of us, but could you help him out, or find someone in Utah county to do so? I could tie it in to a trip to the power plant in Delta, but not for several weeks, and, the weather? 73 -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Re: Star Party at a High School Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2013 09:11:55 -0600 From: Greg Thornock <gthornock(a)tintic.org> To: Larry Holmes <larry(a)kijoda.com> Larry! Thanks for getting back to me. I am sorry about not calling you, I got your message and I will call you back shortly. On Mon, Oct 7, 2013 at 9:49 PM, Larry Holmes <larry(a)kijoda.com> wrote: I left a message on your phone..... The day I got your msg. 73 > >Sent from my iPad > > >> On Oct 1, 2013, at 11:34 AM, Greg Thornock <gthornock(a)tintic.org> wrote: >> >> Do you know of any organization that puts on such an event? I am a science teacher at a rural high school and looking for someone with much vaster knowledge than I have of astronomy. I though I would start by asking someone in your organization. >> >> >> Thanks a million! >> >> -- >> Gregory Thornock >> Building Administrator >> Science Chair >> District Driver Education Specialist >> Tintic High School >> 435-433-6939 >> 801-404-4572 > -- Gregory Thornock Building Administrator Science Chair District Driver Education Specialist Tintic High School 435-433-6939 801-404-4572

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Star party for Tinitic HS teacher
by John M. Craig 11 Oct '13

11 Oct '13

Hi Folks, I sent an email off to Greg Thornock. I'm willing to make the hour's drive, in principle. If he and I work out some dates, I'll let people know in case any one else feels like joining the venture--it'd be handy to have another scope. Ciao, John

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John, please add me to your LinkedIn network
by Randall McNair via LinkedIn 26 Sep '13

26 Sep '13

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Something fun (and on-topic!)
by Richard Tenney 18 Sep '13

18 Sep '13

If you need something to smile about today while getting your geek on, watch this: http://www.universetoday.com/104811/a-capella-string-theory-bohemian-gravit…

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IDA and the Diane Rehm Show this morning
by Richard Tenney 03 Sep '13

03 Sep '13

In case you missed it, Light Pollution was the subject of this morning's Diane Rehm show on NPR (FM 90.1) at 9 a.m. Guests included Bob Parks, executive director of the IDA. Worth a listen: http://thedianerehmshow.org/shows/2013-09-03/environmental-outlook-combatin…

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Youngest moon ever photographed?
by Richard Tenney 11 Jul '13

11 Jul '13

Worth a look... http://earthsky.org/space/young-moon-visibility /Rich

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Anyone able to offer help w/ some issues w/ Ritchey-Chretien mirror set and tube?
by John M. Craig 28 Jun '13

28 Jun '13

Hi Folks, I've had a nice 10" RC-style Cass mirror set that has, in fits and starts, making its way to becoming a telescope. I've run into some issues that I find I really need help with. If there's someone who'd be willing to spend some time coaching me, I'd be most grateful. If someone has, or knows of a place to do some testing of Cassegrain mirrors that would be extra helpful. One of the main issues I'm struggling with is trying to determine the correct separation of the mirrors. I know that can be determined quite well with a Ronchi test, but I've been unsuccessful in achieving a test setup that even allows me to see the lines. At any rate, if anyone has some time or knows of some sources to check into (other than members of SLAS who I'll be trying to hit up as soon as they allow me to post to their list), I'd sure like to hear from you. John

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Payson Lakes
by Richard Tenney 27 Jun '13

27 Jun '13

Did a star party last night (solo) for a group of scouts up at Payson Lakes in a meadow near loop 'B' at about 8,000 feet (ideal). Anyone else observed from up there? The sky was fantastic last night, and it's just under an hour's drive from my home in Lindon. The star clouds in Sagittarius were especially lovely. /R

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Fw: scout camp at Payson Lakes -- soliciting help
by Richard Tenney 22 Jun '13

22 Jun '13

Anyone on the list available next week to help these guys out? I may be able, but am not sure given a busy work schedule. Any takers? Reply to me and I'll pass it along. TIA, /Rich ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: Bret Hicken <bret.hicken(a)hotmail.com> To: Richard Tenney <retenney(a)yahoo.com> Sent: Friday, June 21, 2013 9:46 AM Subject: RE: scout camp at Payson Lakes Tues, Wed, or Thurs night. We will have about 8 scouts and 4-5 leaders. ________________________________ Date: Fri, 21 Jun 2013 08:15:35 -0700 From: retenney(a)yahoo.com Subject: Re: scout camp at Payson Lakes To: bret.hicken(a)hotmail.com Bret, it's a possibility. What specific night(s) are you thinking about, and how many scouts+leaders are going to be there? /R ________________________________ From: Bret Hicken <bret.hicken(a)hotmail.com> To: "retenney(a)yahoo.com" <retenney(a)yahoo.com> Sent: Thursday, June 20, 2013 1:54 PM Subject: scout camp at Payson Lakes Rich I am a scout leader for a troop that is camping at Payson Lakes next week. We are considering doing the Astronomy Merit Badge and are wondering whether someone from your club might be willing to come to our camp one evening with a telescope for the boys to look through. I don't know if that's something you do, but I found your club through the Clark Planetarium and thought I'd ask. Thanks, Bret Hicken

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