Just got an issue of the Reflector

[helicon]

This is a magazine published by the Astronomical League, pretty interesting. I see that Dan Crowson (who I believe is on the forum) is on the editorial board. It came in the mail and is included in the annual fee for membership in WACO (Whatcom Association of Celestial Observers). Also there was an article on the origins of Sky & Telescope magazine, as well a prominent ads from Celestron and Meade. (Meade now being part of Orion).

I encourage others to check it out.

[Butterfly Maiden]

This is a magazine published by the Astronomical League, pretty interesting. I see that Dan Crowson (who I believe is on the forum) is on the editorial board. It came in the mail and is included in the annual fee for membership in WACO (Whatcom Association of Celestial Observers). Also there was an article on the origins of Sky & Telescope magazine, as well a prominent ads from Celestron and Meade. (Meade now being part of Orion).

I encourage others to check it out.

You are correct Michael - "dcrowson" is his username here :smile:

[dcrowson]

Thanks for looking. The Astro League is always looking for content. My personal plug - we're always looking for images from AL members... Send to me at photoeditor@astroleague.org.

Dan

[AstroBee]

Great article about the James Webb mirrors and what went into their design.

[Unitron48]

I get the Reflector digitally...part of Northern Virginia Astronomy Club (NOVAC) membership. Always some great articles. Recommend AL membership to all.

Dave

[KingNothing13]

I get a copy with my local club membership too.

Last issue is currently in the pile next to the bed "to read" along with a few other magazines.

[astrorlk]

Great article about the James Webb mirrors and what went into their design.

Yes, A fascinating and well written article. I like the part about having to calculate and polish the right figure at room temperature so that the 18 hexagons would have the right shape at -200C, taking into account thermal contraction.

[Ylem]

I have been trying to get my club to provide it, my old club in NJ does.

But now that I see I can subscribe at that very affordable rate I will.

Of course I will keep nudging my club to provide for our 100 members