(Huggins is the second building on the right as one goes up University Avenue (opposite the gymnasium). Enter by the corner door to the right of the main entrance. Once inside, enter the stairwell on your immediate right and go up one floor.)
“Explore the Moon with your Binoculars and Small Telescope”
Abstract:
The Moon is an ideal object of study for the beginning astronomer, as it is easy to find, can be conveniently viewed from home, does not require a large, expensive telescope, and yields interesting and detailed views at low magnification. Even a modest lunar observing programme enhances your understanding of the motions of Earth and Moon, provides training in the operation of your telescope, and — above all — helps you learn how to observe.
The Speaker:
David Chapman started looking at the sky 50 years ago, and by age 10 had his first, small, telescope. Page one of his observing log was devoted to the Moon. He has been more or less involved in astronomy since then, as a hobby, but studied Physics in university and completed a research career in underwater acoustics. After he retired, he turned his gaze back at the Moon and earned the RASC Lunar Observer’s Certificate and pin. In other words, he is now a certified lunatic!
David has just returned from a 5-week tour of New Zealand, where he had the experience of observing a completely different starry sky and viewing the Moon upside down!
Also, David is the recently-appointed editor of the Observer’s Handbook of The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada, so he is destined to have a significant influence upon the observing activities of amateur and professional astronomers in many countries during the next few years.