NightSky45 Astronomy Club meeting: November 1 at 7 pm at the CCC Planetarium Our Speaker: Ken Hose His Topic: “How Bright? How old? How far?” In astronomy, people often ask questions like “how bright” or “how far” or “how old” when talking about stars and other deep sky objects. Today it is possible for amateur … Read more
Eclipse Photography – Techniques and Equipment Landscape, skyscape, any camera! With your smartphone or DSLR on a telescope, you can produce exceptional eclipse photos! When: On July 5th Who: Our speaker is Jim Baumgardt, amateur astronomer and astrophotographer since his high school days Where: Chemeketa Community College Planetarium 4000 Lancaster Dr NE Salem, OR 97305 … Read more
On March 1st 2017 (173 Days until totality) Richard Watson and Mike Kristosik gave an outstanding presentation in preparation for The Great American Eclipse Of August 21, 2017. Public Service Announcement: Remember to obtain proper eclipse viewing safety glasses as sun glasses, welding goggles, etc., will NOT suffice. If you have never been to one … Read more