[AZ-Observing] Re: Goto Scopes for Marathons
- From: SteveB0513@xxxxxxx
- To: az-observing@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Fri, 22 Nov 2002 15:02:44 -0500
Tom (Mozdzen),
I agree with you. The Messier Marathon is a test of star-
hopping ability and one's knowledge of the sky - find, identify
and if you're really quick observe. GOTO scopes are a totally
legitimate means of observing, as are digital and manual
circles, etc. There are numerous observing awards for the
M-objects, H400, ... , through the AL and clubs for which
"electronic finders" are completely legitimate. (If I am
not mistaken, however, the Herschel II objects list of the
AL (sponsored by the Portland, OR club, I think) distinguishes
on the certificate whether manual or electronic).
Steve Bell
--
See message header for info on list archives or unsubscribing, and please
send personal replies to the author, not the list.
Other related posts:
