Back to Basics Workshop, Rickmansworth
Friday 25th Oct 201922:00
Are you new to Astronomy?
Then the BAA “Back to Basics” Workshop is for YOU!
The British Astronomical Association has designed a programme of talks and practical sessions to help you learn basic techniques and develop your interest to its full potential. Experienced people will be on hand to answer your questions. We will cover what equipment you need to get started, Introduction into solar and planetary observing. For those already doing some observing we will be doing beginner sessions on Deep Sky and looking for Comets.
The cost for the meeting is £11.00 BAA Members & children under 16. £15.00 for non-members. Price includes refreshments and a buffet lunch.
Bookings close on 18th October 2019
Programme:
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10:00 |
Registration – Tea/coffee |
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10:30 |
Official welcome – BAA President – Mr Callum Potter |
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10:35 |
So what astronomy can I do? – Mrs Hazel Collett |
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10:45 |
What equipment & books do I need? – Dr Stewart Moore |
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11:30 |
Lunar observing & Workshop – Nick James |
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12:15 |
Lunch |
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13:45 |
South West Herts Astronomical Society – Sean Meehan, Chairman SWHAS |
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14:00 |
Planet observing & Workshop – Mr Michael Foulkes |
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14:45 |
Radio Astronomy – Paul Hyde |
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15:30 |
Afternoon Tea |
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16:00 |
Deep Sky observing – Mr Callum Potter |
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16:45 |
Feedback, Q&A session & Raffle |
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17:00 |
Close. |
Details Correct at time of Printing
Retailers attending will be BAA Sales
Venue
The Royal Masonic School for Girls, Rickmansworth, WD3 4HF
Booking Information
Bookings for this meeting have now closed.