Ready for the solar eclipse?

Rockstar · 08-06-17, 04:45 PM

Its August 21st! Im expecting 80% partial eclipse of the sun from Maryland. Gonna try to take the day off and break out my 8" reflector and try to grab a few pics.

https://eclipse.gsfc.nasa.gov/SEmono...7/TSE2017.html

Sean C · 08-06-17, 06:06 PM

My wife and I plan to travel down to South Carolina to catch totality. We'll probably go to Columbia, where I was born.

Mr Quatro · 08-06-17, 08:24 PM

Wear sunglasses and get some eye drops ... don't take this event for granted.

Rockstar · 08-06-17, 08:57 PM

One of my favorite parks is down that way though its closer to the Sumter area. Poinsett State park constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corp. Great for a quiet fall gettaway with the wifey. However many trees to see an eclipse

fireftr18 · 08-06-17, 09:23 PM

I'm hoping I live close enough to at least get the effect of totality. I'm about a hundred miles (160km) north.

Sean C · 08-06-17, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by fireftr18

I'm hoping I live close enough to at least get the effect of totality. I'm about a hundred miles (160km) north.

Here is a map which shows how much of the eclipse will be visible and where. There's another total eclipse in 2024 which will be visible in North America.

You can search for eclipses by year here, or for more options, see the eclipses and transits section here.

Jimbuna · 08-07-17, 05:26 AM

Be sure to post a few pictures....solar eclipse are really cool

Sean C · 08-07-17, 06:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Jimbuna

Be sure to post a few pictures....solar eclipse are really cool

I'll try, but first I'll have to dig out the wife's old Cannon SLR from the attic. The only camera I have is an old Pentax digital which doesn't have enough zoom to get a good shot.

Come to think of it...I'll have to re-familiarize myself with how to work the SLR. It's been a long time.

I should probably get on that ASAP. I wonder if I can even find film for it locally.

AFAIK, I shouldn't need solar film for taking shots of totality. You don't even need to wear those special glasses during that time.

Rockstar · 08-07-17, 10:07 AM

If the skies are clear I hope to post video of the event.

Jimbuna · 08-07-17, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Rockstar

If the skies are clear I hope to post video of the event.

Even better

Rockstar · 08-07-17, 06:19 PM

Many states are preparing for the eclipse like its a natural disaster. Think I'll stick closer to home.

http://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/201...ural-disaster/

Buddahaid · 08-07-17, 11:11 PM

Almost....

Just about there....

fireftr18 · 08-08-17, 06:25 PM

Here is a computer simulation of what the solar eclipse will look like for any area. Just enter your location and it works.
I'll get a little sliver of sun.

http://time.com/4882923/total-solar-...p-places-view/

ikalugin · 08-10-17, 05:48 AM

Not everyone lives in the US.

Sean C · 08-10-17, 07:26 AM

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Originally Posted by ikalugin

Not everyone lives in the US.

That's true...but what's your point?

08-06-17, 04:45 PM	#1
Rockstar Rear Admiral Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Zendia Bar & Grill Posts: 11,860 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	Ready for the solar eclipse? Its August 21st! Im expecting 80% partial eclipse of the sun from Maryland. Gonna try to take the day off and break out my 8" reflector and try to grab a few pics. https://eclipse.gsfc.nasa.gov/SEmono...7/TSE2017.html __________________ Guardian of the honey and nuts Let's assume I'm right, it'll save time.

08-06-17, 08:24 PM	#3
Mr Quatro Navy Seal Join Date: May 2013 Posts: 6,772 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Wear sunglasses and get some eye drops ... don't take this event for granted. __________________ pla•teau noun a relatively stable level, period, or condition a level of attainment or achievement Lord help me get to the next plateau ..

08-06-17, 08:57 PM	#4
Rockstar Rear Admiral Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Zendia Bar & Grill Posts: 11,860 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	One of my favorite parks is down that way though its closer to the Sumter area. Poinsett State park constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corp. Great for a quiet fall gettaway with the wifey. However many trees to see an eclipse __________________ Guardian of the honey and nuts Let's assume I'm right, it'll save time.

08-06-17, 09:23 PM	#5
fireftr18 Ocean Warrior Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,526 Downloads: 77 Uploads: 0	I'm hoping I live close enough to at least get the effect of totality. I'm about a hundred miles (160km) north. __________________ Of all the forms of Martial Arts, Karaoke causes the most pain!

08-07-17, 05:26 AM	#7
Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 181,344 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	Be sure to post a few pictures....solar eclipse are really cool __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!! GWX3.0 Download Page - Donation/instant access to GWX (Help SubSim)

08-06-17, 06:06 PM	#2
Sean C Grey Wolf Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Norfolk, VA Posts: 908 Downloads: 12 Uploads: 2	My wife and I plan to travel down to South Carolina to catch totality. We'll probably go to Columbia, where I was born.

08-07-17, 10:07 AM	#9
Rockstar Rear Admiral Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Zendia Bar & Grill Posts: 11,860 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	If the skies are clear I hope to post video of the event. __________________ Guardian of the honey and nuts Let's assume I'm right, it'll save time.

08-07-17, 06:19 PM	#11
Rockstar Rear Admiral Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Zendia Bar & Grill Posts: 11,860 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	Many states are preparing for the eclipse like its a natural disaster. Think I'll stick closer to home. http://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/201...ural-disaster/ __________________ Guardian of the honey and nuts Let's assume I'm right, it'll save time.

08-07-17, 11:11 PM	#12
Buddahaid Shark above Space Chicken Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 8,561 Downloads: 160 Uploads: 0	Almost.... Just about there.... __________________ "However vast the darkness, we must provide our own light." Stanley Kubrick "Tomorrow belongs to those who can hear it coming." David Bowie

08-08-17, 06:25 PM	#13
fireftr18 Ocean Warrior Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,526 Downloads: 77 Uploads: 0	View the solar eclipse Here is a computer simulation of what the solar eclipse will look like for any area. Just enter your location and it works. I'll get a little sliver of sun. http://time.com/4882923/total-solar-...p-places-view/ __________________ Of all the forms of Martial Arts, Karaoke causes the most pain!

08-10-17, 05:48 AM	#14
ikalugin Ocean Warrior Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Moscow, Russia Posts: 3,212 Downloads: 8 Uploads: 0	Not everyone lives in the US. __________________ Grumpy as always.