The Ongoing Frustration of Celestial Nothingburgers Getting Promoted and Overhyped…
For those it may concern, I am someone who regularly does public astronomy on a professional basis, and a seasoned sky observer who knows what celestial events are truly inspiring versus those that are not. These five major events all … Continue reading The Ongoing Frustration of Celestial Nothingburgers Getting Promoted and Overhyped…
Aurora Borealis over Southern California?! May 10, 2024
In May 2024, The most powerful geomagnetic storm to affect Earth since 2003 created a once in a lifetime event for the lucky few who witnessed it… by lucky few I mean those living in the Southern latitudes, including yours … Continue reading Aurora Borealis over Southern California?! May 10, 2024
Why I Drove 2,000 Miles to See 240 Seconds of Totality | April 8, 2024 – Poplar Bluff, MO
The Sequel to the 2017 Total Solar Eclipse story…. When I experienced the 2017 eclipse, I saw it as a rookie with no idea what to expect… having no idea that I’d be working at the Observatory 4 months later! … Continue reading Why I Drove 2,000 Miles to See 240 Seconds of Totality | April 8, 2024 – Poplar Bluff, MO
An Autumn Annular Eclipse over Beaver, Utah | October 14, 2023
Be sure to scroll down to the bottom for the DSLR picture gallery and a video sequence! This was not my first time experiencing an Annular Solar Eclipse. Back in 2012, I had witnessed one over Cedar City, Utah, which … Continue reading An Autumn Annular Eclipse over Beaver, Utah | October 14, 2023
My Best Astro-Photos of 2023
The year 2023 didn’t see as many deep sky trips due to a variety of circumstances, but when I did go out, I made sure that I made them count. The two major goals for that year were the following: … Continue reading My Best Astro-Photos of 2023
Autumn Sights over Amboy | September 15-16, 2023
This late summer warm night was back to business after a rough night the previous month. Date: September 15-16, 2023 Location: Amboy Crater, CA Time 21:00-4:00 (UTC-7) Weather Warm with high winds until 11pm; 100°- 80° F Bortle Scale 2 … Continue reading Autumn Sights over Amboy | September 15-16, 2023
An Index of my favorite “Space Inspired” Rock and Heavy Metal Songs
When I stargaze, I usually bring a speaker to play music throughout the night… since I’m usually alone and not near anyone else to disturb their peace – hence this meme I’ve made: I make it no secret that I … Continue reading An Index of my favorite “Space Inspired” Rock and Heavy Metal Songs
Saturday Night’s NOT Alright for Meteors| August 12-13, 2023
Crazy traffic, lights, and clouds… oh my! Continue reading Saturday Night’s NOT Alright for Meteors| August 12-13, 2023
2020-2023 | Shooting Every Messier Object in the Sky
From Late 2020 to 2023, I made it a mission to capture every Messier object in the sky through my astrophotography. While I’m sure you’ll find others who have accomplished the same thing, the question is realistically how many – … Continue reading 2020-2023 | Shooting Every Messier Object in the Sky
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