Well i am back from a great night out, was lots of fun. Amazed that i had not heard of this event before apparently its in itsh 37th year. The clouds were the only downside, but still got some good views of Jupiter, the Moon and the Jewel box. I got a view through my first SCT's tonight Meade, Celestron new and old.
Mostly everyone was showing Jupiter through the telescopes, and one or two were showing the moon.
I easily heard Scott while wating in line to see Jupiter at a large dob, i was for a time wary to approach him as i was not sure it was him. But american accent + 12" dob + portly frame + cloudy nights t-shirt and i thought thats got to be him. It was nice to meet you Scott.
The best view i got was through Scots's 12+" Dob, and the second best was through someones 12" GSO Bintel dob (deliux model) I saw Jupiter through both and was blown away by the detail.
We then went of for the lecture that was very informative and the images and video (some of which were being shown publicaly for the first time) were awesome.
Aftet the lecture we went back to take another look with smaller quees. Scott was still there and we got to vire the Moon through his beautiful 12+" Dob. Magnificent view. Thanks Scott.
The wife also had lots of fun and was imprresed with the lecture, had lots of questions about large french Cycltrons, and black holes. I was stuned by her inquistiveness and enthusiasam. This should go some way in ensuring my Hobby stays alive and healthy. I have already spoken to her about attending the ISS Camp in January and she is has said ok.
Regards
Fahim