An Evening with Mars – 12th November 2005
The weather did not look promising as we gathered at High Elms for a public observing session, so Greg stepped in to keep us amused …
Special Events Reports
Here you’ll find reports of some of the many and various events and outings organised by the Society. If you were at one of these events and would like to correct or expand the report relating to it, or you were at one that has gone un-reported and would like to write a report of it, then please email our webmaster.
Autumn Deep Sky Camp – 28th to 31st October 2005
Despite some extremely wet weather, twenty six members and friends camped in Penny’s Field near Headcorn, and enjoyed a very successful Deep Sky Camp.
IMAX 3D Spectacular – Sunday 16th October 2005
The Society’s outing to see “Magnificent Desolation” on Sunday afternoon was a success, and a fine way to round off the Society’s 25th anniversary weekend.
Public Perseid Meteor Watch – Friday 12th August 2005
By contrast with Deep Sky Camp, the clouds gathered, and the skies remained obscured for the whole evening. Nevertheless a couple of dozen gathered at …
Summer Deep Sky Camp – 5th to 8th August 2005
The Summer Deep Sky Camp was held as usual in Penny’s Field, Headcorn over the weekend of 5th – 8th August 2005. The skies were …
Starbecue – 2nd July 2005
Another excellent barbecue, with plenty of food, drink and conversation. The sky remained overcast, but it did not rain or get too cold, and we …
Royal Astronomical Society Library – 23rd April 2005
This Saturday was the day appointed for our visit to the Royal Astronomical Society’s library, and by 10:30am 15 of us had gathered at the …