June 7, 2008 event at Klondike Park
While I was not at this event, I will record what was given me regarding this night.
The weather was great and the campers were well-aware of our scopes being set up at Klondike. It was estimated that more than 75 people came thru (before the count was lost when it got darker).
About 7-8 scopes (and binos) were available. Those who brought scopes to serve the public included John Furlong, Amy White, Ryan, Brad Griffith, Mark Shea, Kirk Steinbrugge, and Cook Feldmann.
A big highlight of the evening was the passing of the International Space Station, attached to the Space Shuttle. The majority of the crowd was very early, and got to see the moon, Saturn, and Mars. Most campers cleared out by 10:30, and most scopes shut down on or before 11:30 pm.
This event was the first “fair-weather” event of the year with the county parks (not including the February eclipse!). The forecast was very iffy, and we were thankful for the very clear skies that we enjoyed.
Jim T.
