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Sent: Friday, January 04, 2002 10:12
PM
Subject: [APML] Greenhorn
Hello
all:
I have recently joined the
APML at the recommendation of Jim Janusz. My Name is Craig Watson, and
currently live with my wife and three young daughters in Southern Texas.
I am a newcomer to astronomy, having only been truly interested for the past
2-3 years. I became intrigued with astronomy and astrophotography after
having been to the Texas Star Party this past year. I was so amazed to
meet and talk with people like George Kepple, Glen Sanner, Al Nagler, Stephen
O'meara, and others. I was so encouraged by the wealth of help and
encouragement I got from them and many other seasoned veterans. I
currently only have access to my Uncle's 10" LX200 (without wedge, I know not
the optimal starting point) but am making plans over the next couple of years
to acquire a televue refractor and a suitable mount.
I would like to thank you in
advance for accepting a greenhorn rookie into the group. I imagine that
I will be mostly quiet, reading and learning in the beginning, but I would
still ask for any insight that you could give to an eager, budding young
astrophotographer.
Should you have any pointer
on where and how to begin they would be incredibly
welcome.
Kindest
Regards,
Craig