March 2024 – Carole Pope: Backyard Observatories
Carole gave a talk on the different types of Home Observatories you could have, either DIY or ready made, including some of the hardware needed. …
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Carole gave a talk on the different types of Home Observatories you could have, either DIY or ready made, including some of the hardware needed. …
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When Richard last visited us, back in 2007, he told us all about the invention and development of planeteria. This time, he chose to speak …