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Changchun Amateur Astronomy Club

For anyone who has an interest in the night sky. You don't even need to own a telescope.

Location: Changchun
Members: 12
Latest Activity: Mar 31, 2013

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Comment by Chris Knight on March 31, 2013 at 20:00

It could be the comet of the century ... or it could be a complete dud. It has to survive its trip through the sun's atmosphere, first.

Comment by CCF Beijing on March 31, 2013 at 19:39

"Comet of the Century"

 

http://news.yahoo.com/nasa-spacecraft-snaps-photo-potential-comet-c...

Comment by CCF Beijing on March 13, 2013 at 14:31

Someone wanted to see the Big Dipper. I had no idea what she was talking about.

Comment by Chris Knight on March 13, 2013 at 10:25

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Comment by Chris Knight on March 13, 2013 at 10:19

Now in the western sky, just after sunset, Comet Pan-STARRS. Tonight, just after the the sun goes down (roughly 5:30, or so), go out and look west. You should be able to see the a thin crescent moon. Very close to the moon, you should be able to see Comet C/2011 L4 Pan-STARRS. It will get bigger and brighter in the coming days, and then start to fade away as it recedes back to the outer reaches of the solar system.

If you have a camera, you can mount it on a tripod and take a 2-3 second exposure. Try using an ISO of about 800. Post your pics here!!

Comment by Chris Knight on October 17, 2012 at 16:01

For Sale:

Meade Series 5000 SWA (Super Wide Angle) eyepieces. Available individually, or as a set. These are 68-degree AFOV (Apparent Field of View)

1.25",5000/68/SWA16mm, USD59/RMB375,
1.25",5000/68/SWA20mm, USD69/RMB440,
1.25",5000/68/SWA24mm, USD79/RMB500,
2",5000/68/SWA28mm, USD99/RMB630,
2",5000/68/SWA34mm, USD124/RMB785,
2",5000/68/SWA40mm, USD149/RMB945,

Molded plastic case USD30/RMB190

Meade UWA (Ultra Wide Angle), 82-degree AFOV:

2",5000/82/UWA24mm, USD123/RMB780.

All prices are firm as they are coming straight from the factory. Shipping costs will vary, depending on the weight and size of order.The 40 mm is nicknamed, "The Pineapple", for a very good reason !

Comment by Chris Knight on October 10, 2012 at 10:23

I look forward to meeting you.

Comment by Gordon Miller on October 10, 2012 at 10:18
We're not there yet. Looking at an opportunity in very near future. Details to be worked out.
 

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