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Caldwell challenge

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Has the group ever given any thought to a Caldwell Challenge? I realize that the Caldwells are spread across both hemispheres but the challenge would be to get as many as possible from your observatory or trips to other places :observer: :Astronomer1:
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Re: Caldwell challenge

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If you are interested in putting it together, PM me with your thoughts and we can set something up.
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