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[Chicago Astronomer - Astro Joe]

My name is DeWayne Bartels.

I have a Meade Meade Telestar NGC-60(mm), a Bushnell
Voyager 4.5" reflector and an Orion XT8 reflector.
I've had telescopes over the years,but did not develop
a real interest until November of 2002 while working
on a story on the Peoria Astronomical Society's
preparations for the close pass of Mars. I joined the
society and quickly progressed through three
telescopes.

Auxilliary equipmwent incudes nine EP's and abarlow.
My next purchase will be a Telrad.
My interest is a strong one. Im' still very much a
newbie, but gaining experience.
I've sighted about 25 Messier objects so far. I found
comet NEAT this spring. I'm lucky enough to have the
assistance of many more experienced amatuer
astronomers in the society so I have lots of help.
I also have access to two observatories through the
society.

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