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Charlie Elliott Astronomy on March 13, 2021:

A Virtual Meeting with a Celestial Mapmaker!

Same-Day Observing at CEWC

Since then, Wil has branched out from doing just star charts and illustrations. Since 2010, he’s been doing the layout and typsetting for books, starting with the 4th Edition of “The Cambridge Star Atlas”, followed soon by a new edition of Milton Heifetz’ book “A Walk Through The Heavens”. In 2013, HarperCollins asked Storm Dunlop to write an astronomical yearbook and again, he was asked to do the charts and illustrations, as well as the layout/typesetting. That yearbook, “2014 Guide to the Night Sky”, was well-received, leading to a North American edtion being added in 2016 and in 2019 a southern edition followed. Wil is now hard at work on the 2022 editions.

A number of books he did in the ‘80’s and the beginning of the ‘90’s were re-done digitally, and a few new atlases for Cambridge University Press were published including “The Cambridge Double Star Atlas” (1st and 2nd edition) and “The Cambridge Atlas of Herschel Objects”, plus many more.

Observing on the Jon Wood Astronomy Field

With Wil Tirion’s presentation wrapping up by 2:30 p.m., we will have — weather permitting –  another informal observing event that same evening, March 13, at the Jon Wood Astronomy Field (which is on the right, shortly after turning onto Elliott Trail from Marben Farm Rd). As always, this event is free.

According to the Sky Safari astronomy app, sunset at our location near Mansfield, Georgia, will be at 6:41 p.m., so those with scopes and related equipment to set up should plan on an earlier arrival. In consideration of any astro-imagers, astronomical dusk ends at 8:04 p.m. Note that Daylight Saving Time will be in effect, thus the much later sunset and dusk times.

NOTE: It is your own responsibility to monitor the weather forecast for your own comfort and safety. Be advised to dress appropriately and have extra clothing on hand should it also be needed. There are no inside bathroom facilities, running water, electricity or warm-up buildings at this location. There is, however, a “porta-potty” at the edge of the observing field that is regularly serviced.

Also, this will be an INFORMAL gathering  and will NOT include any club business or activities. Just observing.

Note that the Elliott Trail automatic road gate closes for incoming traffic at 5 p.m. Afterwards, a five-digit combination must be entered on a keypad near the gate for it to open. That combination is available only to dues-paying Club members. Therefore, non-Club members planning to join us on the observing field should enter the park before 5 p.m. Club members who may arrive after 5 p.m. and do not have the gate combination should contact a club officer at least 24 hours prior to their visit to obtain the gate combination.

The gate opens automatically for exiting traffic as you approach it to leave, no matter what time it is.

Covid Requirements

IMPORTANT! Face masks are recommended at ALL CE astronomy in-person events and we remind all attendees that the CDC’s 6-foot social distancing requirement remains in effect — even on the Jon Wood Astronomy Field. Note also that NO refreshments are served, so bring your own.

More About the Charlie Elliott Astronomy Club

Check out the Charlie Elliott Astronomy Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ceastronomy . There you’ll find a welcoming group of people sharing ideas and tips as well as organizing ad-hoc observing and imaging sessions on the Jon Wood Astronomy Field.

For those not familiar with the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center, go to https://georgiawildlife.com/charlie-elliott-wildlife-center

The CEWC phone is 770-784-3059, Monday through Saturday 9 a.m.– 4:30 p.m.

Workshops

If you have an idea for a 15 to 20-minute pre-meeting presentation about something you’ve learned or a project you’re working on, contact Steve Siedentop or Ken Poshedly.

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All Charlie Elliott Astronomy events are free and open to the public and you don’t have to be a member to attend our meetings or join us on Jon Wood Astronomy Field.  However, we would encourage you to consider a yearly paid membership for less than the cost of a couple of pizzas.  Your membership dues allow us to continue our science outreach programs in area schools and youth organizations, merit badge programs with area Scout Troops, and allow us to maintain the facilities on Jon Wood Astronomy Field.  To become a member, you can fill out our Membership Form or contact an officer.  March is membership renewal month. If you are renewing your membership, no form is necessary.

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