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PanSTARRS Tour 2011

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EVENT:  March 11, 2011 

PanSTARRS Telescope 1 (PS1) and Faulkes Telescope North Tours @ Haleakala

 Maui Astronomy Club tours PanSTARRS telescope and Faulkes Telescope North in Haleakala's "Science City".

A perfect day and beyond phenomenal experience.  

Thank you so much to the PanSTARRS Crew for the tour of PS1 and the sacred Ahu.

And to Dr. JD Armstrong for the surprise tour of Faulkes Telescope North!

The Gang Some of our Club on Haleakala. 

Big Island View of The Big Island - Mauna Kea summit.

Steph at Ahu Stephan gives tour of Haleakala Ahu alter.

JD at Faulkes  Dr. JD Armstrong gives tour of Faulkes Telescope.

Inside Faulkes Inside Faulkes Dome.

HAA Stopped by Haleakala Amateur Astronomers site. 

PanSTARRS control room Control room of PanSTARRS Telescope.

Tour Guide PS1 Inside tour of PS1.

PS1 Mirror and reflection - PS1 Telescope.

The PS Crew PanSTARRS Crew.  Thank you!

Sunset Star Gazing Sunset stargazing after tour.

 

Last Updated ( Friday, 25 March 2011 23:40 )  

Night Sky Observing Tips

  • Find dark, open site
  • Dress warm
  • Set up early
  • Pack for comfort
  • Bring water / snacks
  • Observing notebook
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