Our annual trek to Eden Gardens State Park went on under clear skies. It is always a pleasure setting up our telescopes on the grounds of the stately Wesley house. Luckily, we get to wedge ourselves into the park’s heavy schedule of weddings once a year.
 Guests start their celestial viewing with Dennis’ scope. |
 Renee and George setting up their scope and camera. |
We had an estimated 40 guest observers in attendance, and they started off with views of Saturn and Jupiter. With Jupiter as bright as it currently is, we were able to bring it into view before the sky got dark and once the scopes were synchronized to Jupiter, Saturn was quickly found. Ultimately, the sky was dark enough for the guests to observe several deep sky objects along with a brief glance at Neptune. In fact, the skies were dark enough to glimpse the Milky Way however, some high wisps of cloud showed up just as the event was winding down.
 Anticipation while Scott re-points his scope. |
 The line grows to view Saturn at Tom’s scope. |
The club was well represented:
- Renee & George Gollehon
- Tom Haugh
- Marietta & Dennis Hausch
- Scott Morgan
Once again, we need to thank the rangers of Eden Gardens State Park for the invite and support during the star gaze. We also thank Marietta Hausch for the pictures she took during the event.