[sac-board] Re: FAQ
- From: Paul Dickson <dickson@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: SAC-Board@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Fri, 16 Jan 2004 10:30:10 -0700
On Fri, 16 Jan 2004 06:42:51 -0600, cvsc1 wrote:
> Thanks Rick,
> I was in a hurry when I did this but will get it fixed as soon as I get on a
> machine with upload software.
>
Attached is the FAQ web page after running it through Mozilla's composer.
I just removed the artificial line breaks (the browser does know how and
it looks better) and correct the word "to" which had been trimmed to "t".
Only Stan will get the attached file...
-Paul
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The Saguaro Astronomy Club - Frequently Asked Questions Page
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Frequently Asked Questions Who Can Join SAC?
SAC membership is open to anyone with an interest in astronomy. From
beginnerto expert all are welcome.
Do I need to own a Telescope to be a member?
No. Although many members own telescopes, it is not a requirement to join.
In fact if you are a beginner, not owning a telescope can be an advantage.
You can attend a few star parties and check out different types of scopes
(our members are always willing to let you take a look and answer questions)
to help you determine what will best suit your needs &budget.
How much is membership?
Dues are $28.00 per year for individuals and $42.00 for family memberships.
All memberships expire in December, so if you're a new member, we pro-rate
your first years dues on a quarterly schedule.
What do you do at Club meetings?
Our general meetings usually last about 2 ½hours. During the first
part of the meeting, we take care of club business and our we have a "Show
&Tell" where our members are free to display their latest astronomical
achievements. After a short break, we have a guest speaker give a talk on a
subject of interest. Our proximity to major observatories &universities
renown for their astronomical research enables us to get a wide variety of
interesting speakers.
I've never been under a dark sky, is it ok if I come to a SAC star
party before I join?
Yes, but we do recommend that you attend a meeting first. We have several
sites we observe from, the closet of which is an hours drive from central
Phoenix, so if you do wish to join us, please contact a board member to find
out where we are going and to get directions. Also be aware of the weather.
If it looks iffy, please check to see if we're going.
I've heard that beginners should start with Binoculars. Can you
reallysee anything with them?
Yes, you can see a lot with a good pair of binoculars. They are easy to
use,offer a wide field of view (which make finding things easier) and are
affordable. A good pair of 7x50 binoculars can be had for under $150.00 and
will help you learn the sky while showing you some very nice objects. Most
experienced observers still keep a pair of bino's handy, even if they own a
sophisticated telescope.
I'm new to Astronomy. What do I look at?
There are many objects in the sky a beginner can find easily and observe.
Most beginners start out by observing solar system objects, namely the moon
&planets. They are easy to find and can offer great detail, even in small
instruments. There are also many Deep Sky Objects (DSO's) that are bright
enough to be seen with the naked eye from dark locations. Most beginning
observers will start their Deep Sky Observing with the Messier catalogue.
This is a catalogue of 110 objects first catalogued by French Astronomer
Charles Messier in the late 18th century. The messier catalogue includes
some of the finest DSO's to be seen. We have several different observing
programs for those interested in keeping track of their observations. The
programs are geared toward both the novice &experienced observer alike.
Uponcompletion of the program, the observer is awarded a plaque to
commemorate the achievement.
I'm the parent of a child who has expressed an interest in astronomy.
Do you have school-age members?
Currently, our younger members are part of family memberships. While we
don't currently have any school-age individual members, this does not mean
they are not welcome. Bear in mind our star parties are a ways out of town
so a youngster wishing to attend would need to arrange transportation to and
from the observing site. Also, young folk should be mature enough to behave
responsibly while at the site. We believe that astronomy is a great family
activity and encourage family membership. It is a great way to spend some
quality time with your kids, while enjoying the beauty of the night sky.
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