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  last update 01/29/10 09:30 a.m.

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Club-related email for club members is now handled through Yahoo Groups.  If you are a club member but have not joined the Egroups list, email Les so your email address can be added.  The WTA Egroups list (westtxastro) is a great way to stay abreast of club events and activities and to stay in touch with other club members.


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Astronomy Day

This year Astronomy Day is April 24th.  We'll be back at the Blakemore Planetarium this year with solar viewing, club information and planetarium shows.

Texas Star Party

The 2010 Texas Star Party at Prude Ranch will be held May 9-16 this year.  For registration details,  see the Texas Star Party web site.

WTA Prude Ranch Club Star Party

This year's Prude Ranch star party will be held October 8-10.


Yahoo Group

Club members use a private Yahoo Group to communicate.  It's a quick way to coordinate observing sessions and star parties and we use it a lot!  If you are not familiar with Yahoo Groups and need step-by-step instructions, click here.  If you need further help, please do not hesitate to email Les or any club officer.




 

New!  

Visit the WTAstroStore here!  




 
 
 


For Sale





Orion VX80 f/11

Telescope and beautiful wooden alt/az mount made by Vixen .  Includes Orion carry bag.

$175  

Contact Les Blalock.






For those club members who might be interested in buying a green laser pointer, Z-Bolt is offering a 5% discount to club members.  Details of their products can be found at their web site.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Got some astro equipment you want to sell or trade? Looking for some astro equipment?  List it here.
 


To list your items for sale/want-to-buy/trade,etc., email Les or Michael.Please let us know when the item is no longer available/wanted so itcan be removed from the list.


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