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Originally Posted by newbie
We got the scope about 2 weeks ago and immediately had a full week of solid cloud cover (VERY frustrating!)
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So it's been you!!!!
Just jokin'
It's all part of the rights of passage of buying new astronomy equipment. I don't know anyone who hasn't suffered with it at sometime or other after buying new equipment. We usually find that if you lock your new scope in the cupboard for a week, don't go outside and check the sky every half an hour that withing two weeks to 6 months the sky will normally clear.
If you really want to find some things to look at certainly download some of the software suggested and print out some maps, but probably the quickest way is to get together with someone who knows a bit of the sky. It's a little bit like reading up and searching the internet about buying a scope, or coming here and asking. It'll always be quicker when you're given some direction. So find out who lives in your area and send them a PM and impose on them. Amatuer astronomers are the biggest imPOSERS when it comes to dropping into peoples places so they can point things out in the sky
If you can't find anyone on your area come up to the Sunshine Coast on the 25th (or any weekend near the new moon) to Astroron's place. We usually impose upon him at that time and invade his place and dark skies. There can be up to 20 of us there with all levels of experience. Keep your eye on the Star Party and Observing Session forum for details of upcoming viewing sessions at various places around SE Qld and Aust.
Good luck and enjoy your scope.
CS