Well last night was supposed to be very hopeful for observing. I had some HAA friends/regulars come over to do some observing on my driveway. I had the 12in LB out and my AP setup ready to go. There was a really nice turn out with three cars, a few extra scopes and 6 amateur astronomers (including me). Unfortunately we only had about about an hours worth of viewing before unexpected clouds developed over us. Even with the shortened observing session, we still enjoyed ourselves with great stories, cookies and hot chocolate.
I managed to get this image of a faint HA region in Auriga (IC410 and IC405 flaming star nebula). I was very happy with the nebulosity that I was able to squeeze out of this considering I only had 4×4 minute frames (16min) with my unmodded camera and the celestron UHC/LPR filter. This filter is great!!! and I think it (or something similar) is a must have for unmodded cameras. I have tried this region without the filter and the red portions barely show and end up looking more of a dark burgandy colour. Originally I was hoping to get about 1.5 hrs of this target last night. Hopefully I will have more opportunities before it starts to set behind our tall trees.
KerryLH
