claireabelle Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Hey,I have been wanting to visit a planetarium for a while and the closest to me is the Wynyard one. At the (very high) risk of sounding like a dunce, I'm wondering if I've the right idea of what a planetarium is in mind. Would anyone who is familiar with the Wynyard one mind just letting me know what goes on there? I'd also like to pop along to the observation point (from September onwards I believe). Do people also 'star gaze' here? I've never done anything like this before and it's not a hobby of mine so I've no equipment, but rather something I'd enjoy doing now and again.Are you a welcoming bunch for a novice girly who will more likely trip over your telescope then offer anything to the group (I kid...hopefully)Anyhoo, many thanks for reading. Claire (p.s...is this predominantly a male thing or do woman hang out here too? =P ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starlight 1 Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Hi & Welcome Claire to SGL, You have posts from members around your way soon to help you out.Les Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bizibilder Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Hello Claire and welcome to SGL!! There are quite a few "girlies" on the forum so you shouldn't feel left out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinker1947 Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Welcome to the SGL, Forums Claire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesM Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Hi Claire and welcome to the forum. You might want to see his 'advertising teaser' (their words not mine :grin: ) video which explains a little of what they do. Effectively a planetarium show is a projected film on to a domed ceiling which you the audience sit beneath and you will be shown how the night sky works, the mythology and where some objects are. There are some shows out there that are brilliant and others that are just informative but I would recommend that you go along as it will give you a good start in understanding the night sky. What you might like to consider is downloading your own. It's called Stellarium, it's free and you can find out the details here. Lots of great features to play about with and will certainly help you start to identify things before you venture out observing in September.Clear skies for nowJames Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukeSuppalot Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Hi Claire and welcome to SGL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
estwing Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 welcome along.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesF Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Welcome to SGL.James Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty Strings Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Hi and welcome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
x6gas Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Welcome. Plenty of room for people learning more about astronomy (though 'fraid I can't help with your specific query!)Welcome anyway! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ifmfo Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Hi Claire (from one of the girls),Everyone here is very welcoming, novices and experienced alike. If you have any questions just ask and I'm sure someone who can help will answer.Helen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToxoLight Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Hi Clair and welcome to the lounge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirkSteele Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Hi and welcome to the SGL.Matthew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charon Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Welcome to the forum Claire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Spock Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Hi Claire, welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petey Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 hi claire, you will find the guys at wynyard very helpful, they usually bring their own scopes (usually 12" dobs) and set up in the car park for anyone to look through. THAT is where the real fun begins. my first real look at saturn was at wynyard and believe me that is a wow moment you will never forget.pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingergeek Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Hi there and welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
todd8137 Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Hi and welcome fom me here's plenty of ladies on sglpat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevrees Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Hi, and welcome from one newcomer to another Not visited the planetarium you mentioned but can remember going to one on a school trip many years ago (might have been the madame tussauds one i london, really cant remember its that long ago) and was pretty impressed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michigander Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Welcome to SGL, Claire!Dana Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darkstar_1 Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Hey welcome to the madhouse , great bunch of folk on here who will answer any questions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sloz1664 Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Hi Claire and a warm welcome to the Lounge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sologuitarist61 Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Hello Claire and welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobby Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Hi ClaireYes! Their are other girlies here ... welcome and don't be afraid to ask questions ... as it seems to be constantly cloudy or raining it gives us something to do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coco Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Hi & Welcome Claire to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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