Alright, this is for sharing of your observation experience. Or, if you are arranging gatherings, star-gazing expeditions or just want some company to go observing together, you can shout it out here.
MISSION STATEMENT SKYWatch aims to foster the universal appeal of Astronomy through ad-hoc stargazing sessions that is open to everyone. It seeks to promote observational astronomy and astrophotography, through the sharing of knowledge, inspiration, and the sky.
Next SKYWatch 30 April 2013 (Tuesday) TONIGHT Time 2200HRS Location Bedok South Amphitheatre (see map below) Contact 8two3three3seven98 Event NatureOPEN TO PUBLIC
Accessibility: The site can be assessed from the nearest MRT of Tanah Merah, or via public bus No. 48, 12, 229, and 38. No.48 will get u closest to the site (drop-off at the coffeeshop).
Information: There are generally two sites in this area condusive for stargazing. Based on the satellite map below adapted from Google Earth, the Bedok South Big Field offers unobstructed views of the sky in most directions. The smaller site, denoted "Amphitheatre" (accessible next to Blk 170, 165) is on concrete ground, with availability of seats and electricity. However the lights will only be switched off after 10PM. The second site offers the convenience of electrical power and casual stargazing. Sky coverage is restricted mainly to east and north with moderate tree heights going up to 30-40 degrees. Whether you stay in the east, or elsewhere, do come and join us!
Geographical Coordinates (for Amphitheatre): Lat 1.320437 N, Lon 103.946714 E
Map of Siglap - Bedok South
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The amphi-theatre looks good. Solid ground and electrical power and probably more importantly, toilets! Looks like a good obs location Remus! And the 10pm is not an issue ..."astronomers DO IT late at night! "
The Boldly Go Where No Meade Has Gone Before Captain, RSS Enterprise NCC1701R United Federation of the Planets
Update: event as scheduled, weather permitting. Please sms/call before coming to verify status. So far, we have catalysm, shirox, mooey, lqx, Jonarsh, melcolm, mike, etc coming.... reckon at least 4 setups to be tested and for public viewing. will throw in some drink treats, and possibly eats later in the night! clear skies!
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Thanks Remus. I had planned to join in to check out the place but after a whole afternoon at the PC Show, don't really have any photons left to emit..
Will join the next one. Do share your review and photos of the place and event after trying it out.
Clear skies to all participants!
The Boldly Go Where No Meade Has Gone Before Captain, RSS Enterprise NCC1701R United Federation of the Planets
Last session on Friday went well. Skies cooperated, and towards 11pm, it was near cloudless. A few newbies came, along with veterans, and those heading to Mersing this Friday. Kelvin also helped to take a group photo, that he may upload here. Following on, we had Melcolm and Mooey staying overnight till 6 the next morning for some DSO imaging. I went back to the site for some testing the next night, also fairly clear but clouded out towards midnight.
Perhaps the next session, we will have it at the huge nearby field for more unobstructed views. Kelvin remarked that the south was quite good from there.
Also, many thanks for all who have turned up. Do come again.
Thanks for the report, Remus and Kelvin!
The site looks good. I take it the lights at the grandstand are the ones that will be turned off at 11pm?
That big refractor mount looked like 2 Terminator eyes...eerie!
The Boldly Go Where No Meade Has Gone Before Captain, RSS Enterprise NCC1701R United Federation of the Planets
but definitely clear skies.
