Another Astrophotography Opportunity

[Speed]

How about a lunar eclipse? Coming soon to North America.

Details can be found here:

http://www.skyandtelescope.com/obser...e/9282371.html

For photography tips on photographing a lunar eclipse, go here:

http://www.skyandtelescope.com/howto...y/3304036.html

[mjs1973]

Thanks Speed!! I had heard about this coming up, but wasn't sure when it was. I was going to start a thread about it, but you beat me to it. Thanks Buddy!

[Speed]

Thanks Speed!! I had heard about this coming up, but wasn't sure when it was. I was going to start a thread about it, but you beat me to it. Thanks Buddy!

And now you have all the details.

Astronomy is just one of my many hobbies.

Now if the weather cooperates...

[readingr]

Whats a moon for that matter whats a Sun With the weather we've had recently not sure when I last saw either:cryin: .

But its not stopping me using the camera

Roger

[Speed]

Whats a moon for that matter whats a Sun With the weather we've had recently not sure when I last saw either:cryin: .

But its not stopping me using the camera

Roger

I hear ya Roger!

The week the Perseids were peaking (and the week after) we had lousy weather. Cloudy most nights, or the humidity was so high you could only see the brightest stars. I got ONE night of nice weather.

Hopefully we'll all have good weather next Tuesday!

[schrackman]

Thanks for the info, Robert. Just what I needed for my vacation next week!

[Speed]

Thanks for the info, Robert. Just what I needed for my vacation next week!

I'm taking off next Monday and Tuesday. It is normally a week off for the wife and myself, but she just started a new job of couple of months ago, so she doesn't have any leave built up yet. I'm taking off to relax and recharge my batteries.

Hope you have clear skies!

[I_Fly]

Hey Buddy,

Thanks for the heads-up. I tried to get some shots of the perseids but the night I went to work with my photo equipment and all psyched about gettins some shots turned out to be overcast. Maybe I'll get luckier with the eclipse.

[Speed]

Hey Buddy,

Thanks for the heads-up. I tried to get some shots of the perseids but the night I went to work with my photo equipment and all psyched about gettins some shots turned out to be overcast. Maybe I'll get luckier with the eclipse.

You're welcome my friend! I had the same problems with the Perseids - weather. The last lunar eclipse I had overcast skies as well. Lord willing, we'll have clear skies for the eclipse.

[I_Fly]

You're welcome my friend! I had the same problems with the Perseids - weather. The last lunar eclipse I had overcast skies as well. Lord willing, we'll have clear skies for the eclipse.

I've got my request for good weather in to the Big Guy also! Looks like I'll have a longer view than you if it works out.

[Speed]

Yep. The last eclipse was prime for the east coast. Too bad most of the east coast was socked in with clouds!

This one definitely favors the west coast. Hope you have clear skies and get some great shots.

The next one is suppose to be great for all of North America.

[mjs1973]

Tonight's the night for the lunar eclipse. Well, early tomorrow morning anyway. I'm going to set my alarm and TRY to force myself out of bed. Wish me luck!

[I_Fly]

Good luck Michael! My alarm's also set! Weather forecast looks great for Western Illinois. I'm mentally prepared for a long day tomorrow!! Got my fingers crossed that everything goes well.

[Frog]

I just can't bring myself to drag myself out of bed at 2:30 in the morning.

[Toot]

I'll trade anyone sunshine and no humidity for some rain and clouds...LOL. Its clear over here. I don't know if I can get up that early, but for this I just might have to try.