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IMHO it was cringe-worthy in general. I was dismayed by the 'expert' waving a laser around the sky while right behind him someone was observing ( or acting as though they were). I am sure there are people rushing out to buy lasers online today. If you have ever had some well- meaning idiot move one over the open end of your scope you will know what they can do. Imagers hate them as they can ruin a long sub in an instant.
Lasers can have instruction value when no one is at a scope or imaging, but last night no one cautioned their use, and he should have known better.
I appreciate that ABC made an effort to promote astronomy, but there are plenty of folks on IIS, that do public outreach sessions everytime they set up out at places like Bretti and the kids and their parents wander over to have a look. Guys like Allan L always make time for these folks. We all have a potential role in promoting our hobby, passion, or obsession.
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