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FreekBugg OP t1_j4jfz46 wrote

Reply to comment by Visionbuilder in Broke af but I want to show my kid the green comet by FreekBugg

From what I can find out. There are 4 observatories in the state. All are around 4 hours away sadly. Idk if any are open to the public but the distance removes any need to research further in that area. Thank you for the advice though.

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msmonarch t1_j4jjnx4 wrote

You don’t need a whole observatory, just someone with a good telescope already- when they say contact local school that’s what they mean. I second what others have said also about looking up local “star parties” on google or Facebook.

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MrDONINATOR t1_j4m4sg4 wrote

4 hrs for a once in a lifetime opportunity with your child isn't very far at all.

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FreekBugg OP t1_j4ms339 wrote

True, but it is if you have health issues and need someone to come with you. Chronic pain makes that long of a trip have ramifications felt for at least a week, plus I try not to drive more than an hr without another adult who can drive because I have episodes where I get really sleepy and it's dangerous. Typically after a meal, but not always. I've read it's either to do with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome or MCAS, I forget which. Something where your blood sugar spikes, then over corrects or something and you get hit with what I call "the sleeps". I can usually hold it at bay for 20 to 30 mins but that's it. But I do see where you are coming from. For most folks it wouldn't be too big of a thing, i just dont think we could.

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MrDONINATOR t1_j4mvzlf wrote

Understood. I wish you the best of luck and/or fortune. There are some really great suggestions here, hopefully it pans out, astronomy is a great hobby for young scientists.

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FreekBugg OP t1_j4oodjv wrote

I hope it sparks her interest. It's just hard for kids nowadays it seems. (If not, I will at least have some fun!)

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