High Fashion for Observing

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Don't forget your space suit. It's always cooler in the country so the BHO dress code is simple -- whatever the season, bring more clothing than you think you'll need. You don't have to wear it all, but it's a long haul home for a sweater and just a short walk back to the car. We've seen the spring and fall temperatures free-fall from 25°C (70°F) during the day down to 0°C (31°F) at night. So don't worry about looking cool. Besides, we're all beautiful in the dark!

 

 

 

Psssst. Here's a suggestion. Short pants, flip-flops, no socks, and a T-shirt are great on hot summer nights in the city. In the country, they turn you and the family into "meals on wheels" for mosquitoes and other critters of the night. Sprays with 27% Deet work the best and aren't usually harmful to adults, teens and older children. Use small doses of Deet on your small fry.

 

 

 

The Whirlpool Galaxy (M51) as photographed by Brampton, Ontario astronomer Gord Simpson.