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karls

karls

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Hi all just got into the hobby i have no items yet just eyes lol

looking to make new friends and learn.

had 2 strokes last year so no longer work(bus driver)but i can still get about ok but get tired very quicky

im married with 2 kids 2 dogs 2 cars 7 tv's ha ha:D

I cant wait to i see my first planet with a scope

cheers all

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Dave Smith

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Hi Karls welcome to the forum. I'm from Maldon.

If you are considering joining an astronomy club then can I recommend Castle Point Astronomy Club which meets weekly. For details see Castle Point Astronomy Club

It will give you the opportunity to see through member's telescopes. We have regular observing sessions at the club and we have a dark site out on the Dengie penninsula. (on private land and for members only)

Dave

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old glyn

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Welcome aboard karls. I hope that you do join a local club and talk to the members. You will find that they will be willing to help - and provide views through their telescopes, which will enable what sort of scope you want/need. Clear skies!

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ScubaMike

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Hi Karls,

I can only repeat what others have said. - Go along to a local club.

I was very reticent about going to my local club. but am so glad I did.

Astronomy is one of those hobbies that trancends age gaps.

An 80 year old will be talking as passionately as an 8 year old (and they will probably end up talking to each other). Regardless if you are shy, people involve you and will make you feel right at home.

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JamesM

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Hi Karls and welcome to the forum

There's no need to rush to get any equipment. What is important is working out what you need to satisfy your own expectations. Going along to observation evenings run by either your local astro club or observing group are a good start to help you translate what all those scope specifications actually mean when you look through the eyepiece. It will also give you a better idea of the size of the gear, set up times, collimation needs (tuning) and cool down times and general mobility and weight, should you need to observe away from light pollution. So again take your time - the stars aren't going anywhere!

Clear skies

James

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