When I returned to Victoria 6 years ago I had no idea that I would become so deeply involved in the local astronomical community. My bulging shelves of Astronomy books reflect my long term interest in the topic. I was
September 17 2018: 21P Comet Giacobini-Zinner
From an email post to RASC Victoria on September 17 2018: 21P Comet Giacobini-Zinner It was clear enough last night to get a quick snapshot of the comet from the driveway. I had to get the light stand out with
Mars Opposition 2018
On Friday July 27th 2018 Mars will make it’s closet approach to Earth in 15 years. This occurs when Mars, Earth and the Sun are aligned with Mars located on the opposite side of Earth from the Sun. Mars will
Inaugural Transboundary Fireworks Festival
By Reg Dunkley On a mild July 4th evening about 10 RASCals assembled at Cattle Point Urban Dark Sky Park for the Inaugural Transboundary Fireworks Festival. Attendees were rewarded with spectacular views of two July Forth Fireworks shows. Between 10