Posted by Deneb on June 1, 2005, at 20:55:24
In reply to what an AWESOME post! Thanks! » Deneb, posted by JenStar on June 1, 2005, at 20:09:41
> Is it hard to find clubs to join? Should I check the paper or web?
You could try and google for any local clubs. Some universities have astronomy clubs I think. I highly recomend the more "causal" clubs. Some clubs like RASC (The Royal Astronomy Society in Canada) require fees to join and are quite structured...with lectures etc. The group I belong to entirely free to join...everything is done on a volunteer basis...that is the vision of the group founder (who also makes MallinCams). He insists that no fees shall ever be paid by any member. The mission statement is to introduce as many people to astronomy as possible. :-) I love it. He even *bought* a piece of land in a dark sky location just for the club! (cuz our dark sky locations where disappearing quickly)...That guy is seriously committed to his vision. :-)
>Actually maybe I could email that guy who used to bring in pictures. Maybe he could tell me where to get started...but I haven't talked to him in a loooong time. Do you think it would be weird if you got a call from someone you knew a long time ago asking about astronomy & telescopes? Would he think that was weird? Or would he then feel obligated to ask me to join him, even if he doesn't really like me? (Am I overthinking this???)
Yes, I think you are overthinking this :-) I don't think it's that "wierd" to e-mail someone for some info...even if he doesn't remember you. I think he'll be pleasantly surprised that he was able to get someone interested in his hobby. :-)
Thank-YOU JenStar...you made my day you know :-)
jenny
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