Re: The Perseids are Coming

On 2009-08-08 11:04:47 -0400, ML <mary.egret1952@xxxxxxxxx> said:

http://science.nasa.gov/headlines/y2009/31jul_perseids2009.htm

This week!

"For sky watchers in North America, the watch begins
after nightfall on August 11th and continues until sunrise
on the 12th. Veteran observers suggest the following strategy:
Unfold a blanket on a flat patch of ground. (Note: The middle
of your street is not a good choice.) Lie down and look up.
Perseids can appear in any part of the sky, their tails all pointing
back to the shower's radiant in the constellation Perseus.
Get away from city lights if you can."

My yard is perfect for this... we wrote it on our calendar so we don't forget to go watch! :)

Sherry in Vermont

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