Posted by Bill Dark on February 12, 2008 at 10:20 AM
Well, it's time to start scouting for a good location for the next total lunar eclipse on Feb. 20th. The weather forcast here calls for snow showers during the day and partly cloudy skies during the evening. Of course, that could change significantly over the next 8 days, but I'm keeping my fingers crossed.
Posted by Tom Kennon on February 12, 2008 at 10:37 AM
Bill, have you thought about White Rock Mountain? According to my moon software the rise that day will be at 5:52pm at 76 degrees. There is an overlook on the northeast side of the rim trail that may work for the rise. Moonset will be at 6:42 am at 287 degrees and the main overlook should work for this. You could camp there and get the rise and set of the full moon!
Posted by Bill Dark on February 12, 2008 at 10:58 AM
That sounds like a great idea, Tom! I should have mentioned that the total eclipse will last from 9:00 until 9:51 near my house. Here's a good link to find out the details about the eclipse from any location.
Posted by Rob Graham on February 12, 2008 at 9:18 PM
Thanks for the reminder and the link. Good luck with the eclipse.
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