StarDate Sustina - September 25, 2022, by Kathleen Fleming
In this week’s StarDate Susitna, producer Kathleen Fleming informs listeners about the New Moon, the opposition of Jupiter, and observing Jupiter’s 4 Galilean Moons. Below is a picture of Galileo’s
In this week’s StarDate Susitna, producer Kathleen Fleming informs listeners about the New Moon, the opposition of Jupiter, and observing Jupiter’s 4 Galilean Moons. Below is a picture of Galileo’s notes when, in 1610, he saw that Jupiter has moons! When you look for the 4 big moons in a line to the right and left of the planet, you can find out which is which by using this interactive tool from SkyandTelescope.org. https://skyandtelescope.org/observing/jupiters-moons-javascript-utility/. The link to the “interactive Jupiter’s Moons tool” is about half way down the page.
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StarDate Susitna 10-4-26, by Kathleen Fleming
There are a number of interesting astronomical events coming up, mostly having to do with the Moon's social schedule.
Improvements on Mainstreet
On September 30th, the Mainstreet Area Improvement Committee met for the first time since last April to review
Summer Erosion Brings Water Line Work
The project included installing a water valve, removing two fire hydrants, and installing a new hydrant in front of Susitna River Lodge
Backpack Reigns as Alaska's Fattest Bear
The hunt for Alaska’s Fattest Bear has come to an end. A new Fat Bear Week Champion