Doctor House Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 Hello, I'm Don, and I live in Angus, Scotland. I've been a lurker here for a few months, just trying to get a bit of an understanding before buying anything. Then I bought my wife a Skywatcher Explorer 200p for her birthday a few weeks ago, pointing out that there are few things in life as rewarding as sharing a gift with the person who actually gave it... We have had a couple of trial runs so far - some time trying out the different bits of kit to see what they do, some time checking out the moon, and had our first view of Jupiter a couple of nights ago. Absolutely fantastic with a couple of moons easily seen too. It's so cold though! Barely able to operate the controls! Anyway, looking forward to joining in the forum chat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterCPC Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 Hello Don and welcome. Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcsheffield Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 Hello & welcome aboard to SGL Don. There is plenty of information inside SGL & do not be afraid to ask any questions, people are very helpful. I know you & your wife will have many enjoyable hours spent outside looking at the nights sky, some maybe cold! There is so much to see. Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Knight Gazer Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 Hello and welcome to SGL!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob4026 Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 Welcome, Plenty of help on here, when you need it. I caught Jupiter t'other nite thru my Binos, and it's a treat. ATB Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
estwing Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 welcome along... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotttumsh Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 Hi and a warm welcome from down in the Borders. all the best. Scott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laudropb Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 hello and a warm welcome to the SGL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markthg Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 Hi and welcome, from a fellow newbie! My wife just grunts if I ask her to come and have a look! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swag72 Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 Hi Don and welcome to SGL - Glad that you joined and hope that you enjoy your time here. Look forward to seeing you around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Spock Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 Hi Don, welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seo Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 Hi Don and welcome aboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Presland Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 Hi welcome to SGL from Pete in Bedfordshire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purdo Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 Hi Don & Welcome to SGL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Lloyd Posted January 31, 2016 Share Posted January 31, 2016 Hi Don, welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkJ44 Posted February 1, 2016 Share Posted February 1, 2016 Hi Don and welcome to SGL Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Roberts Posted February 1, 2016 Share Posted February 1, 2016 Hello and welcome from the other end of the UK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michigander Posted February 1, 2016 Share Posted February 1, 2016 Welcome to SGL, Don! Dana Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda Posted February 1, 2016 Share Posted February 1, 2016 Welcome. As I am used to observing in the cold (clear skies often means cold nights), I want to give you some advice. Always dress up properly before observing, because you usually stay outside longer than planned. Seriously overdress with thick sweater, your warmest coat, really warm boots, muts and gloves, because you are sitting still. I use thin finger gloves for changing the eyepieces, and thick mittens over them when just viewing. Having a thick blanket available for over the thighs is a good idea. Use skiing trousers if you have those. I also use a (homemade) isolating skirt that I put on over my trousers (something like this: http://www.dntbutikken.no/main.aspx?page=article&artno=300850). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charon Posted February 1, 2016 Share Posted February 1, 2016 Welcome aboard Don. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glowjet Posted February 1, 2016 Share Posted February 1, 2016 Hi Don and welcome to SGL, enjoy your new 200P and the forum 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...
Pondus Posted February 1, 2016 Share Posted February 1, 2016 Hello Don, and welcome from the other side of the North sea . Rune Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesM Posted February 1, 2016 Share Posted February 1, 2016 Hi Don and welcome to the forum. Wishing you clear (......and warmer!) skies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctor House Posted February 1, 2016 Author Share Posted February 1, 2016 Thanks for such a warm welcome - and the dual gloves tip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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