November 2007

November 2: Monthly Meeting

Journeys into the Shadowzone: Brown University and Skyscrapers Collaborate on Total Solar Eclipse Expeditions(A few of their early adventures.)

Dave Huestis

This talk will highlight the worldwide travels of Skyscrapers members to perform scientific experiments during total solar eclipses under the direction of our founder, Charles H. Smiley.

Dave has been a Skyscrapers member since January 1975 and is the historian of our organization. Dave’s interest in astronomy was sparked in the 6th grade (1964) by reading a book on the possibility of extraterrestrial life. Dave also enjoys writing astronomy columns to enlighten both Skyscrapers members and the public about the wonders of the universe, including meteor showers, comets and eclipses.