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Fantastic Helen - I did stay up until the early hours on the weekend but to no avail though i didn't travel further than the bedroom for elevation I must admit - hopefully with the weather forecast as is it is I haven't missed my chance though I will be on the coast in the next two weeks - I'm wondering whether the Cross in Gelligaer might just give me enough of a vantage point if I get an unexpected chance before then - anyhows lovely to hear from you and fab photos :0)
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Hi guys - has anyone in the S Wales group had any luck spotting comet Neowise yet - I know its still low in the sky at the meoment - I stayed up until 3am on the weekend to observe but my elevation just can't be high enough at the moment. I'm thinking of taking a trip the next time the clouds disappear- anyone got any good spots for observing - preferably in S Wales - I'm guessing we will still have a couple of weeks but Wales is notorious for its weather so not as many chances as we would hope for no doubt
cheers
Steve
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Fantastic Images Mick really enjoyed them
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Was out the back garden tonight with the Bins after having a fire and saw something I've never seen before. Was looking pretty much due South then saw a satelite coming over, nothing unusual, then another and another - I counted about 10 in total all in a perfect line all following the same path. I watched this for a few minutes even tried to take a video but it was terrible quality so no use. Thats the first time I've seen anything like that - anyone else seen anything similar or have any explanations?
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On 04/09/2019 at 10:16, L8-Nite said:
Hi Steve, Upahill & Choo_choo_baloo,
The South Wales Group which meets at the Fox Hunters car park has been quiet for awhile, but the site is a good one. For most of us its a long drive though, and many times I've made the 60+ mile round trip only to be disappointed, along with others, by the failed forecasts. Got to say quite honestly, the advanced scheduling of meets up at the site seems pointless considering the fluctuations in the UK weather, and I've found posting short notice meets also to be challenging based on the unreliability of even the "area specific" Astronomy forecasts. If anyone is near Blaenavon, it would be great if you could post in the early evening the actual weather conditions as you see it for those of us watching SGL. I think this would give a great boost to help the South Wales Group to recover from Astronomical hibernation.
Although the South Wales group hasn't been active for some time, it would be nice to catch up with familiar faces and meet some new observers. Glad to see your back Steve.
Cheers Everyone !
Thanks Mike- I'm full of good intentions - like you said would be great to meet up again - the meets at Blaenavon were brilliant would be great if we could get some enthusiasm going for it again - fingers crossed I'll catch up soon
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Hi both - the S Wales group used to meet in the Fox Hunters car park above Blaenavon which is on the edge of the Beacons - it was a really friendly and informal meet. Having not been involved for the last few years I'm not sure whether its still happening but I'd keep your eyes open in the group forum and check it out regularly. We're just entering the beginning of the season for many of us so I'm sure things will pick up shortly - I'm determined to get back involved this year so hopefully will catch up later in the Autumn.
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Thats a cracking shot Chris -well done- looks like your going to have a great time with your new scope
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That looks like my go to weather / observing app for the future- well done FLO guys - plenty of info, great interface much appreciated
looking forward to the Android app hopefully in the future also.
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Keep your eyes open on the groups page folks there should be a S Wales group meeting coming up shortly - I think Mike has called for two nights Fri and Saturday 21/22nd November for the first time to give us the best possibility of avoiding the clouds - they are a really friendly bunch and you'd be most welcome - straight up the M4 from Swansea onto the heads of the Valleys Rd towards Blaenavon- perhaps and hour and a bit depending on the traffic
heres the link with info http://stargazerslounge.com/topic/228549-observing-session-november-21-22-2014/
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I'm pretty sure May , about the 10th is going to be the best time to see it this year but any time is a real pleasure.it's probably the biggest showstopper in the sky.nice one Paul
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Nice one Paul
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The 2nd S Wales Group star party at Pencelli in Brecon
We had to wait a long time for clear skies but at close to midnight on the last night they arrived and we had some great views into the early hours.
Thanks to Mr Flibble for organising everything and everyone else, including Dai and Paul who are not in the picture, thanks for your company for another great event- roll on next year.
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Just what we needed - excellent post - looking forward to the DSO section
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Hi johnnycake welcome to Sgl and the s Wales group. Great time to take up astronomy with the winter nights on the horizon and possibly a great comet event.
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Hi again dai, good time to join as the winter nights are just on the horizon.keep an eye open in this section over the next few weeks and no doubt matt or pat will post details of the next meet which you'll be welcome to come along to. We meet. Up on the blorenge just outside blaenavon. Its quite informal and friendly I'm sure you'd enjoy it.any how's welcome on board once again.
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Lovely set of photos, beautiful sunset
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I'm thinking Caerphilly Mountain looking back up into the valleys could be a spectacular shot in the next few weeks if the opportunity arizes