I've loved things astronomical all my life but that rig would certainly have frightened me off, if I thought that's what I would have to learn to use to get into practical astronomy.
I hope you told her how simple the humble Dobsonian was to use!
My little Dob has ONE little switch, to turn the Rigel Quikfinder on.
Doesn't detract from the fun I have searching the night skies.
Aren't public nights designed to attract people, not put them off?
