New Era for Astronomy!

Yes, I have been chomping at the bit to get out and do some astronomy. The fires and smoke have begun to abate so it is gong to happen in the next few days. Here is a shot of my view facing south - stunningly open and no light domes! This spot seems like a good place to start the astronomy  trailer off. I'll probably drag it all over the place until I find the right spot for an observatory. I do know now that it will be a dome. Wind here is obviously a real problem so a roll-off roof will not be as effective at shielding equipment from wind as a dome. Local astro dudes have confirmed this as well. Look for some additions to my astro blog in a couple of weeks after this full moon is past.