Even though we could see the fire tower on top of Palomar from my friend’s house it was a scenic 1 1/2 hour drive through some beautiful country. Parts of the ride feel like old America, with miles between ranches and cows, deer and rabbits roaming freely. We stopped on the way up at the [...]

Last night was just wonderful. After a hearty dinner of homemade walnut salad, pasta, barbequed shrimp and bean salad, my hosts and I went outside, sipped some local brew, and explored the night sky. Scott and Nina live in an area where outdoor lighting is strictly controlled because of the proximity to Mt. Palomar. As [...]

Well, preparations for the trip are just about complete. I fly out on American Airlines on Monday, October 5th to San Diego, pick up a car and drive to Warner Springs to visit some friends and spend the night. Looks like their neighbor Val has a dome so maybe if the weather’s OK on Monday [...]