rachie Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 Hi . I have joined this group as a novice. I am searching for a group locally that myself and my son can attend as he is suffers from a rare condition affecting his ability to walk. We both have a liking for stargazing and he is very knowledgeable about astronomy physics even at the age of 10. We do not have a telescope as yet, but would like to attend your next available meeting if that is possible? Thanks x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcsheffield Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 Hello & welcome to SGL, We are a very friendly online forum, where you can get all your questions answered, with lot of help and information. I would suggest that you check FLO website for your nearest astronomical society CLICK HERE its a link straight to the webpage and you will be able to find a group near to you. I hope that helps you make contact, if not just post a question Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterCPC Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 Hello and welcome. Good advice given. Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cornelius Varley Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 Hello and welcome to SGL. There is an astronomical society in Swansea that will be holding a public stargazing event 20/02/2016 http://www.swanastro.org.uk/public.php Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laudropb Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 Hello and a warm welcome to the SGL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swag72 Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 Hi and welcome to SGL - Hope that you find a group near to you that you can attend - Meanwhile, settle down and enjoy the forum Look forward to seeing you around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesM Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 Hi and welcome to the forum Clear skies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Green Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 Hi welcome to the SGL Stephen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hippie Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 Welcome to SGL . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Presland Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 Hi welcome to SGL from Pete in Bedfordshire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jason.p Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 Welcome to SGL from another part of sunny Wales. I would think if you can get above your "permahaze" , you could find some beautiful skies . Don't rush into your first scope, get along to a local group and see what suits you best, esp with regards to budget, portabilty etc. Also don't hesitate to pick brains on here, there's many only too willing to help. Good luck and keep in touch Jason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michigander Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 Welcome to SGL, Rachie! Dana Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Lloyd Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 Hi Rachie, welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charon Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 Welcome aboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purdo Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 Hi Rachie & Son, Welcome to SGL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Spock Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 Hi Rachie, welcome to SGL I hope you find what you are looking for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukeSkywatcher Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 There's a lot of Welsh folk on SGL. You and your son are in good safe hands here. Have a look at the community threads here. Im sure you will find a group near you. Astronomy doesnt involve much walking or even standing around, if you cant/dont want to. Look at my picture to the left. Welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seo Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 Hi and welcome aboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Roberts Posted February 1, 2016 Share Posted February 1, 2016 Welcome, I am a newbie here myself, everyone have been very welcoming and helpful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triton1 Posted February 1, 2016 Share Posted February 1, 2016 Hi there and welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda Posted February 1, 2016 Share Posted February 1, 2016 Welcome. Astronomy is indeed a good hobby for someone not being able to walk easily. I can recommend you to buy a pair of (second hand) binoculars to get started at home, e.g. 50 mm wide. You can also start installing Stellarium on your computer. It's for free and it can help learning the sky and finding planets and other objects. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glowjet Posted February 2, 2016 Share Posted February 2, 2016 Hi Rachie, welcome to SGL to you and your Son. Your nearest Astronomy Soc is some distance from you in Cardiff. In the meantime, you could consider what has often been recommended; to make a start in observing the night sky, is to purchase a pair of 10x50 binoculars. A reasonably good pair is always a useful aid, even when you have a telescope. Another purchase to consider is, the Astronomical guide "Turn Left at Orion, a most popular publication, resulting in many revisions and reprints, since it first appeared in1989, used by those starting out to the experienced Astronomer alike. Enjoy the forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RT65CB-SWL Posted February 2, 2016 Share Posted February 2, 2016 Hi rachie & son, welcome to SGL. Good advice above on what to do/purchase to begin. One thing that some have may have forgotten... download Stellarium. Best of all it is free for many computers and tablet devices. There are also plenty of star charts that can be downloaded too. My favourite is TriAtlas. It comes in three PDF volumes. If you go for the full set it will fit on a blank CD-ROM. Clear skies to both you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baggywrinkle Posted February 3, 2016 Share Posted February 3, 2016 Welcome to SGL..some good advice above. Tri-Atlas link http://www.uv.es/jrtorres/triatlas.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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