[sac-forum] Re: Dark Sky Sites and Schedules?

Darrell,
   
  Congrats on coming back to the hobby.  It is surely a very enjoyable, 
life-long hobby which is even more enjoyable when shared with others.  Sounds 
like you are all set with your equipment and best of luck on viewing those 
illusive objects in our wonderus part of the galaxy.  Yes, there are many local 
clubs depending on where you live in town.  Most of us are members of many (so 
we can attend more events, meet new people and share this great hobby with 
others).  There are also clubs in Phx (PAS, or the West Valley, ASU, local 
Colleges, etc.).  So you have your pick, N. S. E. W. is all pretty much 
covered.  We do however hope to see you at least to mtg's & future events.  
It's always great to meet & greet with more amatuers to share our experiences & 
review other's equipment to assist in making future purchase decisions.  So, go 
out and attend as many events as your schedule allows, meet many new people and 
enjoy this great hobby and what the great dark sky has to offer. 
 Best views and dark skies ahead...
   
  Sincerely,
  Steve Palmer
  

"Spencer, Darrell" <DSpencer@xxxxxxx> wrote:
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        Hi Steve,
   
  Thank you for responding personally to my inquiry.  I appreciate your time.  
I have recently re-entered the hobby after a long hiatus and, believe me, have 
scoured the internet and have been reading voraciously ? making up for lost 
time.  I?ve also made the trek to Starizona and picked up an Orion XT10i and a 
fairly hefty pile of accessories.  As for my search for local events, I?ve seen 
the formal ones, but was also looking for informal get-togethers too.  (Like I 
said, I?m trying to make up for lost time).
   
  I realize that there are a number of clubs in the valley; SAC, EVAC and the 
newer DFAC.  The truth is that your club?s general organization, longevity, 
high standing within the astronomy community, and the incredible compilation of 
information in the SAC770 spreadsheet is pretty compelling.
   
  I?ll be in touch.
   
  Thanks again,
  
Darrell Spencer
   
      
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On Behalf Of Steve Palmer
Sent: Wednesday, August 29, 2007 7:59 AM
To: sac-forum@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [sac-forum] Re: Dark Sky Sites and Schedules?

   
    Dear Darrell,

     

    Thank you Darrell for coming to our forum and requesting the info.  Much is 
available via the forums, but yes it takes awhile to sort through all the 
messages just to locate the pertinent data you are searching for.  A lot of 
times you can just do a google or any other search for "Astronomy & Phoenix" 
for curent alternative events & location information.  Good luck and hope you 
are able to make it to a fun filled Star party in the future.

     

    Sincerely,

    Steve Palmer

     

     

    P.S.  FYI...

     

    This was the issue I brought up months ago when all the steaming broadcasts 
occurred.  As I stated then, many new members, prospects & the general public 
had asked me & others as to where they could locate info on upcoming events.  
It wasn't just me trying to be obnoxious or anything.  I was forward looking at 
increasing our membership & outreach programs.  This just further points out my 
request & suggestions in the past about putting up a simple link or page on our 
website listing upcoming events.  This is what nearly every other local club, 
organization or meetup group already does.  Or at the least the most successful 
ones. :)..  As a result many prospective individuals end up locating there info 
from alternative clubs, then attending those events & not ours.  To me this is 
the only common sense thing and best option to do.  This "IS" what almost any 
prospective visitor / future astronomer would expect from a well organized & 
competent club.

     

    Respectfully,

    Steve Palmer

    

"Spencer, Darrell" <DSpencer@xxxxxxx> wrote:

    Could someone please post a quick schedule (or provide a link) of
upcoming gatherings at "dark sky" sites in the valley? I'd love to make
a couple as I have awakened a sleeping demon (astronomy monster) and am
trying to make up for lost time.

I have seen the SAC site, but was wondering if there might be other,
less "formal" gatherings as well.

I'm interested in joining SAC and would love to meet a few folks - and
get the Dob out to an area where I can actually see southern sky
features. (I live in the far north valley).

Thanks,

Darrell
   
    
    
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