We’re just back from Starfest. There were two gloriously clear nights during the star party. Kerry’s presentation about astrophotography collaborations was excellent and well received. Her images were as breathtaking as usual. We enjoyed views of Comet Garradd through telescopes ranging in size from an 80mm refractor to a 16″ Dob. The comet was close to M71 and both objects were visible in the same field. Mike J. was sharing views through his new solar telescope. It was a jaw-dropping experience. In Kevin’s words, the view was “ridiculous!’.

Margaret won a book during the door prizes and Mike J. took home a new spotting scope. It seems that HAAers are always winners at Starfest.

Earth’s shadow over Starfest