Rob wright Posted November 3, 2010 Share Posted November 3, 2010 Hi from me in sunny Weston-super-Marebeen interested in the night sky for as long as I can remember but didn't know where to start.Bought a tasco 114 mm a few years ago and stared at the planets.I know most frown on a tasco but it gave me plenty of views of Staurn Jupitor, mars and the moon.I knew nothing of dso's even though I read books, even sold some on astronamy.Then last year my daughter decided she wanted a telescope for Christmas we researched and decided on a starblast 6.This prompted a renewed interest and on looking for info finding this forum.I have been a info sponge soaking up as much as I can from this site and others.I am a forum addict and am a member of several but always lurk for a while to get the feel.Recently i took the family to our work unit where there is better viewing of the sky and after a couple of evnings trying, found our first DSO, m31 of course, but the sight of that first through my small 10x25 binos then the starblast was a revalation to me.I want but can't aford a larger Dob but will have to wait so just took delivery of a pair of Celstron 15x70s and the cloud comes lolHope to be around learning from everyone and would love to join some locals on a evenings viewing.Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasondh Posted November 3, 2010 Share Posted November 3, 2010 Welcome. I'm new too. Bought my first 10" Dob this week and we have had clouds cover ever since. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nobbytate Posted November 3, 2010 Share Posted November 3, 2010 Hello Rob and welcome to the lounge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrew63 Posted November 3, 2010 Share Posted November 3, 2010 Hello RobI've only just joined up after getting back into observing again.regards, andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brantuk Posted November 3, 2010 Share Posted November 3, 2010 Hi Rob and welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Spock Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 Hello and welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesM Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 Hi Rob and welcome to the forum.Those binos are a really good start and should keep you going for a bit. I spent the early part of my life living in Weston - never saw the sea (is it really there? ) Have you been on that new pier yet and is any better than the old one?This forum is a really good resource for info so I hope there is a bit more of that sponge left because there ALWAYS stuff to learn and understand. The membership here is above 8,000 yet it still retains a very friendly feel which is great for those starting out.Clear skies in the meantime James Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
just looking Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 Hello Rob and welcome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob wright Posted November 4, 2010 Author Share Posted November 4, 2010 thanks all for the warm welcome Not been on the new pier yet but the family went on day 1 and say its awsome.I have found a dark sky location I am eager to try my new binos on but it will be a family outing as although I do the research they all want to have a look too which is great in my books Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeedyF Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 Hello and welcome from me in Hertfordshire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brendan of Borg Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 Hello and welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldfruit Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 Hi and welcome to the lounge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty Strings Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 Hi and welcome from me too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gadget Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 Welcome to SGL RobKevin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toshapetriji Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glowjet Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 Hi Rob,A very warm welcome to SGL, hope you enjoy the forum.John. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulb3098 Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 Hello Rob and welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Presland Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 hi welcome to sgl from bedfordshire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 Hi RobA warm welcome from me tooDougEssex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bizibilder Posted November 4, 2010 Share Posted November 4, 2010 Hello Rob and welcome to SGL!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillc Posted November 5, 2010 Share Posted November 5, 2010 Hello Rob and a warm welcome to SGL.phillc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobflunkit Posted November 5, 2010 Share Posted November 5, 2010 hello and welcome.You'll find everything you need to know here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAZ Senior Posted November 7, 2010 Share Posted November 7, 2010 Hi Rob, welcome to SGL.If you haven't already got it, then this is a useful programme to have, down load it free from the link below.Stellarium Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Celeste Posted November 7, 2010 Share Posted November 7, 2010 Hi and welcome from me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark7331 Posted November 8, 2010 Share Posted November 8, 2010 Hello Rob and welcome to the group Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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