[John K]

Hi everyone,

With the extra IR sensitivity of the ASI 290mm camera, was able to capture a good image of Mars this morning.

Seeing seemed to be better for Mars as about 2:30am-3:00am then for Jove earlier.

The region is the Solis Lacus area with the Valles Marineris shown with some clouds.

Promising seeing conditions starting to happen in SE Australia for the Mars apparition, but like always anything can happen with Melbourne weather!

Clear skies.

John K.