[AZ-Observing] Re: Saturn


Just finished watching the occultation from my backyard in west Phoenix 
using a C-8 and 26 mm Plossl. I tried higher power, but the image became 
much worse. I also tried a variety of filters. the only one that seemed 
to not hurt was a red #25. The image of Saturn varied from near washout 
to very sharp for moments. The total time for the occultation appeared to 
be about 2 minutes (not timed precisely). 

Love these events. It reminds me of the Mercury transition a few years 
ago. Most people have no idea these things are happening and can be seen 
with modest equipment in a backyard.

Jeff

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