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Even before this last message, you've effectively convinced me, George, that
I need to forget about calculating altitudes for lunars and just measure
them. I finally got around to trying the artificial horizon approach that
you had suggested, George, quite awhile ago. I'm pleased to report that I
should have taken this advice much more earnestly. The artificial horizon is
the perfect compliment to taking lunars on land. One can make observations
in the middle of the night which makes it much easier to find a time when
the moon is in a convenient location. I've had good success with Moon, Sun,
Venus, and Jupiter altitudes. I've not, however, had much luck finding stars
in my artificial horizon. I've tried both used engine oil and molassas, I
prefer the molassas. In either case, though, I find stars don't offer a very
bright reflection. Anyone have any suggestions?

Chuck Griffiths

   

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