International Space Station

The International Space Station flew overhead early this morning. This video sequence was captured by the meteor-detection camera here at Meadowcreek Park Observatory. The view is looking north...

(The video play-back speed is doubled...the actual pass takes twice as long)

Scouts and Astronomy

Last night (Friday), I did an astronomy presentation to a small group of Cub Scouts. I always enjoy talking to kids. They can be very inquisitive. Some of these guys are extremely smart, concerning space and astronomy. I brought my small telescope, in case we had the opportunity to look at the sky, but it started clouding up before dark. A fun time was had by all...

Northwest Heat Wave

At the time of this recording (Thursday, 10:30 a.m.) it was already 82° here. The forecast is for 85-90°!!! Yesterday, the forecast was for 75-80, and it hit 89 here. There is currently a heat advisory in effect until 6 p.m. tonight. It will start cooling off tomorrow......