The 2012 Texas Star Party

[Bigdob24]

Had a great time at the 2012 TSP.
Spent the week with Jerry and Kathie Morris.
Was treated to there wonderful 30" scope and the great Texas skies. was able to breeze thru most of Larry's Abell list. A couple of the planitarys were not observed , even had a imager in the group and it was all he could do to get something at 6 min .
Even got to observe a few objects through Jimis scope, always a treat.
I know there were only a couple nights that passed West Texas standards , but this Illinios boy enjoyed all seven nights and the relaxing trip to Big Bend after was a welcome relief.
It was good to see everyone and we hope to return before 2013 TSP
Dan

[FaintFuzzies]

Dan,

Been nice to meet you at TSP!

[FaithJ]

Here are a few of mine ~

General view of part of the Upper Field:

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Some of the dobs on the Upper Field:

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Jimi and 'Black Betty', his 28" destined for Chile:

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Scott Ewart's 'beer keg' dob (12"?):

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Bill Christian's 25" dob:

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Al Nagler speaking:

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Larry Mitchell's 36" packed away:

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[FaithJ]

And a few more ~

Another view of the milkshake session at the Drug Store:

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'Crazy Bob' Summerfield distributes Celestron frisbees at the Saturday night meeting:

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Dave Tosteson's 32" dob:

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Upper Field:

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Upper Field:

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The business end of Larry Mitchell's 36" Obsession

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The Upper field at dawn, after another great observing session:

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