Step I: The Observatory
I recently added a SkyShed XL Pod on a small piece of rural land about three miles from my home. I reported it on here. It is working out just fine so far.
Step II: The Warm Room
I recently purchased an 8'x10' storage barn with two 4x8 lofts to use as a warm room. The lofts will be used as sleeping bunks for grand kids. The main floor as a warm room/sleeping room for me. I added a small propane heater. Everything works just fine. I also reported that on this forum.
Step III: The telescope
I just ordered some new gear:
I am upgrading my Orion Sirius mount with a Celestron CGX. I hope it handles a little more load.
I am upgrading by 10"
I plan to continue using my ED 80 triplet for
There are still lots of small improvements and tweaks that will take years, but this will conclude the main portion of my retirement project. I have been talking about and planning for this for several years. I ordered the telescope and mount from High Point Scientific. I have had good dealings with them in the past. I have no idea how long it takes to ship something like that these days.