Perthshirelass Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 I'm new to the Lounge and to Astronomy....hard to believe I know....but I've actually decided to "stand and stare" up!..and what a view.....so I'm busy reading up on beginners entry books....joined our local Society...EAS Kendal....scanning websites etc... and collecting as much info as I can. I have purchased skymaster 15/70 binos and last night was the first non cloudy sky since they arrived on my doorstep and well I can tell you it was amazing....you probably heard me whooping from your place....gosh "why havent I done this before"...better late than never ..... as they say....dash... cloudy prospects for the weekend...but it gives me time for my new tripod and titron ball head to arrive...oh and the steel adapter! (why did Celestron bother with that silly plastic one?)...so its binos for now.....watch this space cos it wont be long before I go Telescope shopping!! Where to start? Its a mine field out there....so many options....if you are new and reading this and want to become a "rover hugger"...I can lead you to a brilliant blog I know and you will NOT be disappointed....(incase you are wondering why I'm logged on at 13:02 during the day...I fell down a hill on wet grass and broke my ankle on my first trip out to hunt for NLC!..no I'm not accident prone...rubbish just happens..)....so takecare all of you and wrap up warm:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astro Imp Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hi Perthshirelass,Welcome to SGL,Get fit and well soon, and next time not so much of the hard stuff Enjoy your new bins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty Strings Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hi and welcome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
todd8137 Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 hi and welcome to the lounge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pessoa Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hi and welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr_Who_46 Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 helloooo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nimon Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hello, I recently joined around 2 days ago and looking at some binos a book and a starter scope.Exciting time ahead! Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swamp thing Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hi and welcome to the SGL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astroandy101 Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hi and Welcome to the SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaMike Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Welcome aboard PerthshireLass,Get well soon ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bizibilder Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hello Perthshirelass and welcome to SGL!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesM Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hi and welcome to the forum.Well you've made a good start getting the binos but a shame about the weather. As part of your research don't forget to look out for any observing groups in your area to join as well as they also have observing nights for people to come along and to look through some telescopes. All the statistics, specifications and terminology won't necessarily mean anything until you start looking through some gear first as it is only by doing this will you be in a position to establish your own datum point of what you need to satisfy your expectations. Getting up close to some of this kit is also useful as some of is fairly large, heavy and will take time to set and cool down before use. If you do find a scope during these observations that ticks all of your boxes, don't forget to make a note of the eyepiece that you are looking through as that can make quite a difference to the viewing experience.Clear skies and hope you find a scope soon!James Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Spock Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hi, welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saturn4me Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hi and welcome to SGL:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inkpen Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Welcome to the lounge Perthshirelass. Like you I started on bins and it was no time at all before I was splashing out on a scope. It's an addictive hobby! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glowjet Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hi Perthshirelass and welcome to SGL, look after that ankle of yours John. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faulksy Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 hello and welcome to sgl. i imagine up there skys will be dark. hope your ankle heals quick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brantuk Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hi Pethshirelass and welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charon Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Welcome to the forum Pethshirelass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJJ Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hi and welcome. Should get some nice dark skys in Cumbria. Hope the ankle get better soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nobbytate Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hi and welcome from me too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onesmallstep Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Ouch! Hope you're on the mend.Welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
appalachik Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hi and welcome from me too It's lovely to feel your fresh enthusiasm for astronomy and no doubt you've many happy hours to look forward to, learning the sky with your binos... its the best way into this great hobby.Jenna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wackyscot Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hi Perthshirelass, I live in Perthshire - where were you from??David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesF Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Good choice with the bins. I always enjoy using mine despite having a number of scopes to choose from. It may not be possible to see as much, but the simplicity and easy with which you can jump about the sky is a pleasure in itself.James Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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