The ASG

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The ASG (Astronomical Society of Glasgow) is the biggest astro society in Scotland with over 150 members. Here's what we are up to!

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1. New session, first night

   On Thursday night we had Robert Law visiting from Mills Observatory in Dundee, talking about Observing with Small Telescopes.

   This was a more varied talk than I had anticipated, as he incorporated a history of small telescopes, including the influence of Charles Frank as a maker and supplier of small telescopes in Glasgow and Scotland as whole.  He then went on to point out the benefits of using a small telescope, particularly wide field of view and suitability for lunar and planetary observing.

   He also gave some tips for observing with small (and cheap) telescopes:

   • Learn the night sky first.  Know your constellations and how to find objects
   • Buy good eyepieces
   • Get some help and advice on how to set up your ‘scope and how to use it.

   And on that last note, we’ll be at the Botanic Gardens in Glasgow tomorrow to do just that - show people how to use telescopes (amongst other things).  Come along and join us (more details here)

   Clear skies.

   The ASG