Hello forum observers.

Waiting for a peep at Catalina.

Clouded out here in Northern Ca since 1-2-2016 .

Got in some decent views in 13" Coulter on NYE and NYD between 2-4:30 am.

Was within 26arc min of Arcturus,the brightness was interfering with view.

Looked very large and diffuse, almost like a unresolved globular at 78X

Couldn't even catch hint of tail(s) however was irregular in shape.

Was a nice object even in the 80mm finder (off another scope)

Hoping to catch maybe at 4:00 am or so when clear out.

Anyone else drooling in anticipation on this one?

Please share your experience this year with Catalina.

If a Catalina thread is already up, please excuse.

Thanks group.
DSO Dave