Hi.....Nervous new member

[BeattieBabe]

Hi

Im new to this forum and i am a bit nervous about posting as I have never joined a forum before.

I have been interested in Astronomy since I can remember. I lived in the countryside most of my life as a child and just remember the amazing night sky free from light pollution. BUT.....I didn't like being outside in the dark so didn't really take advantage. (Still don't like it much now)

I have been using binoculars for year but got my first scope last year (Skywatcher 114mm 500m). I have seen some great things and will never forget my first view of Saturn and Jupiter.

I hope to become a regular in this forum and hope I will be able to get loads of advice and hint and tips in the future.

Fiona

[MartyB1973]

Hi Fiona, we are not a scary bunch. I'm new to this as well and just getting started with a SkyWatcher 127. Want to try some imaging, got some basic pics but thats the area I want to get in to. Welcome

[Starlight 1]

Hi Fiona & Welcome to SGL.

[JamesF]

Welcome to SGL.

James

[ToxoLight]

Hi Fiona and welcome to the lounge, good intro and you've found the right place for advice, the lounge is full of people ready to help so dont be nervious on asking.

[LukeSuppalot]

Hi Fiona and welcome to SGL.

You'll that this is a very friendly forum with loads of helpful members so don't hold back if you have any questions as someone here will know the answer.

Luke

[swamp thing]

Hi Fiona

Welcome to the SGL

Don't worry we don't bite.......much.

If you don't like being out in the dark, why not join your local asto society. That way at least you'll be observing with some other lunatics standing out in the middle of nowhere in the dark.

[jeremy1]

Hi. Welcome to the forum. Just remember one thing..... we were all beginners once and never be affraid to ask any questions how ever silly they might seem.

[stevetynant]

Hi Fiona- welcome to SGL - as Jeremy says we all had to start with a first post at some time - loads of friendly and clever people on this forum always willing to help - welcome on board.

[skywatcher250]

welcome to SGL - we definitely aren't worth being nervous about - in fact many people on here are ridiculously helpful which is amazing - any questions - just ask away - somebody will know the answer

[nightfisher]

Hello Fiona, and welcome to SGL, nothing to be nervous about, we are a very friendly bunch

[Tinker1947]

Welcome to the SGL, Forums Fiona

[Cubemaster]

Welcome Fiona

[Dazzyd]

Hi Fiona and a very warm welcome to sgl. I've only been on here around a month but have found it to be a really friendly and helpful place where you'll learn SO much. Just don't be afraid to ask anything, anything at all. There will always be plenty of people happy to offer advice and opinions

[AstroJet]

Hi Fiona, I only joined a few weeks ago but have found everyone to be a great help and the forum is a great place to find the answers that you may be looking for.

[Rusty Strings]

Hi and welcome

[JamesM]

Hi Fiona and welcome to the forum.

Clear skies,

James

[paul schofield]

Hello Fiona and welcome to SGL. As others have said this is a very friendly & helpful forum. Never be afraid to ask questions on here. That's what the beginners section is all about. It will be a great help to you as it has been to me. Great to have you on board.

[Jessun]

Welcome to SGL. I have asked all the stupid questions on here already so you'll be fine :-)

[badgerchap]

Hi Fiona! Don't be scared, astronomers are lovely people - unless you disagree about the pronunciation of Betelguese apparently

[kenny k]

Hi & welcome

I too was nervous,meeting strangers in the night 'Mad'

Starparties are a great way to meet people on this forum.

So get out with a friend & enjoy!

Kenny

[Spikey]

Hello Fiona and welcome to SGL.

[gingergeek]

Hi there and welcome to SGL

[sloz1664]

Hi Fiona & welcome to the Lounge. Remember there is no such thing as a stupid question, only a stupid answer. Feel free to ask, there is a vast wealth of experience on this site.

Steve

[telesto]

Hi Fiona, welcome to sgl and the forums