Author Archives: Thomas DeClue

I've been a 'Pro-Am' astronomer for about 50 years now. Enjoy all elements of the hobby and have made a living in related fields of the science. I like to build and modify my own telescopes. I joined CSAS in 1995 and have remained a continuous, loyal and active member ever since.

RMSS Packet Stuffing

Reminder, we have about 200 packets to prepare for RMSS this Saturday.  Many hands make for a quick finish.  We meet at Muse Comics & Games near the NW corner of Academy and San Miguel.  We start at 9 am.

Wake and Memorial Service Info for Jim West

This Friday a wake will be at Eric and Pam’s place. 9752 Stoneglen Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80920. This is open to all who wish to come. We are trying to get some pinball machines there. We will have plenty of games. Kilts are welcome!!! This starts at 5pm. There may or may not be a public star party at fox run park. If there is we (the family) are going to make an appearance to do what Jim loved. His scope will be there, but not in use.
On Saturday at 11 am there will be a Memorial at Starry Meadows. http://rmss.org/directions.htm . This venue is a no power and one porta-potty place and cell service is not great, just a heads up. This is where we will tell our stories and spread the ashes (assuming we have them -we are working hard on this). There is a covered large building in case of weather.  Once again CSAS Members are welcome.

The Fields at Starry Meadows have been Mowed

Our observing fields at our property in Gardner, CO were mowed over the weekend.  They are now nicely groomed and in perfect condition for club members to observe the night skies.  Now that our neighbors to the North and East of us are mowing their properties, the overall appearance of ‘our neighborhood’ is nicely improved and the fire danger is significantly lower.