Fellow SeeSater's, Thanks to everyone who responded both on and off the list with much insight and excellent information. I guess it's not a silly question after all, and I already had a hunch that the illuminated spot would be too big to discern as a spot (except, perhaps, from an aircraft). What has crossed my mind is that one might see an effect similar to what you might see on a partly cloudy night with a partial moon, as the clouds moved in front of and away from blocking the moonlight. We have a -8 flare going right over cemetery hill, a popular observing spot and high perch, this coming Saturday night, which just happens to be Astronomy Day! What a perfect time to try to see the effect. I'll let the list know if I observe anything worthwhile, and meanwhile, thanks again for all your comments. Best Regards, Art Observing from our new "Winter Location" in beautiful downtown Lewisburg +37.798 -80.443 Approx. 2300' above MSL Almost Heaven Group HC 67 Box 539 BB Renick WV 24966 Phone/Fax 304-645-2310 e-mail art@almostheaven.net http://www.almostheaven.net/ ---------------------------------------------- Offering direct sales of Saunas, Steamrooms and the widest selection of Pool, Spa, Sauna and Hot Tub Equipment worldwide. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe/Unsubscribe info, Frequently Asked Questions, SeeSat-L archive: http://www.satobs.org/seesat/seesatindex.html
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