We've actually been lucky with this little comet. The fact that it's still worth getting up before the chickens to see is a bonus. Apropos the current comet apparition, I'd like to remind everyone that the topic of the SLAS meeting next week is "Binocular Astronomy", and everyone with a bino setup is encouraged to bring it for a show-and-tell session. Should be fun, hope to see you all there! I recently ordered a couple of pair of the Sportsman's Guide 10 x 50 binos ($19 ea.!) for SPOC-2, and at the same time gave-in to my curiosity and ordered one of the 15-45x70mm zoom models they currently have for $97. (It means baloney sandwiches for lunch for 2 months, but what the hey...too good a deal to pass up.) I'll bring them to the meeting if they arrive in time, and post a review once I've had a chance to use them under the stars. It's not too late to donate those no-longer-used binos (or a new pair if you have the wherewithall) to SPOC-2. They will come in handy when the club hosts large groups, or school classes. Contact any club officer, myself or Patrick if interested in donating. New or used tripods also gladly accepted. Chuck __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Games - play chess, backgammon, pool and more http://games.yahoo.com/