Hi from Fairport, NY

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Lee Mize avatar
Hi, my name is Lee, and I've just joined the site.  I'm new to this hobby, but I'm learning more every day thanks to helpful, more experienced astrophotographers I've met.   I look forward to interacting with you.  Thanks!
Chase Newtson avatar
Hello Lee!  I send greetings from the land of 10,000 lakes!  Are you still in the first time research and buying phase or do you already have some equipment for the hobby?

Don't hesitate to ask questions, a lot of people on here are knowledgeable and more than willing to help.

 - Chase
Dale Penkala avatar
Lee Mize:
Hi, my name is Lee, and I've just joined the site.  I'm new to this hobby, but I'm learning more every day thanks to helpful, more experienced astrophotographers I've met.   I look forward to interacting with you.  Thanks!

Welcome Lee,
I look forward to seeing your work and reading your posts!

Dale
Lee Mize avatar
Chase Newtson:
Hello Lee!  I send greetings from the land of 10,000 lakes!  Are you still in the first time research and buying phase or do you already have some equipment for the hobby?

Don't hesitate to ask questions, a lot of people on here are knowledgeable and more than willing to help.

 - Chase

Thanks, Chase!  I've always wanted to visit Minnesota.

I've just purchased a bevy of equipment that is probably severe overkill (and I imagine wouldn't generally be recommended) for a beginner, but I love tinkering and technology, so I couldn't resist.   I should start receiving some of it this weekend, but with the Rochester, NY area being one of the cloudiest locations in the US, it might be a while before I get to try it out.

I will try to search the forum for answers to my questions first, but if I don't find something quickly, I will be sure to ask.  Thanks for the welcome!

Lee
Lee Mize avatar
Dale Penkala:
Lee Mize:
Hi, my name is Lee, and I've just joined the site.  I'm new to this hobby, but I'm learning more every day thanks to helpful, more experienced astrophotographers I've met.   I look forward to interacting with you.  Thanks!

Welcome Lee,
I look forward to seeing your work and reading your posts!

Dale

Thanks, Dale!  It might be a bit before I post any images; I'm waiting on new equipment and clear skies (and experience!).  Also, after perusing the gallery here, it is a little intimidating to think of including any of my first photos in it.   Appreciate the welcome!
Dale Penkala avatar
Lee Mize:
Dale Penkala:
Lee Mize:
Hi, my name is Lee, and I've just joined the site.  I'm new to this hobby, but I'm learning more every day thanks to helpful, more experienced astrophotographers I've met.   I look forward to interacting with you.  Thanks!

Welcome Lee,
I look forward to seeing your work and reading your posts!

Dale

Thanks, Dale!  It might be a bit before I post any images; I'm waiting on new equipment and clear skies (and experience!).  Also, after perusing the gallery here, it is a little intimidating to think of including any of my first photos in it.   Appreciate the welcome!

Hello Lee,
Don’t hesitate to post, it will give you a sense of how you progress in the hobby so certainly post away! I always like to go back and look at my 1st images and then look at my current ones and see what the differences are. There is a sense of accomplishment if you see a difference.

Dale
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