- returned laundered items, from another member
- tested the hide-a-bed in the library; found the thin mattress and frame rail positioning uncomfortable
- considered library reorganisation for improved layout
- made up, printed, and posted new emergency phone lists
- checked the mount, telescopes, and computer in the GBO; used the dew heaters, although I wondered if they were running high (hot) enough; wondered at improving the pointing model
- discussed confusion with winter parking map, in reference to 5th Line
- righted the BBQ, inspected it for damage, carefully detached the cover from the ground
- took measurements in the garage for the locker project
- discussed using the spare solid wood doors for the lockers
- warmed the top lock on the garage door and added some lock de-icer; it should be refastened
- inspected the MODLs
- inspected the satellite and radio dishes on site; found a LNB receiver
- removed power from the faulty camera
- adjusted camera security system software slightly so to reduce annoyances
- discussed next steps for the dorm room, library, and white light cafe organisation
- moved a camera tripod from the GBO to the house for members to use
- received the "blankets-in-a-bag" for member use; discussed items needed to complete kits
- used the new slow cooker, noting the "clips" on each side of the lid are for transport only
- did some quick on-site tests of the well water
- took a detailed inventory of supplies, general foodstuffs, spices, work party items, etc.
- delivered a thank-you item to our neighbour for clearing parking spaces
Observation notes (with equipment details), photos, sketches, reviews, software tips, random thoughts, by an amateur astronomer.
Monday, February 18, 2013
between relaxing
Did a bunch of things at the observatory. I did some directly and helped with other tasks.
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