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For over 30 years, Midlands Astronomy Club, Inc. (MAC) has existed to further the general knowledge of Astronomy in the Columbia, SC area. This continuing goal is shared by our members, representing many walks of life. Our members have a great range of expertise, from beginner to advanced, with a few professionals. You could say that we are definitely a group of enthusiastic amateurs. No matter what degree of experience in Astronomy you have, I know that the members will welcome you, and be glad to share their knowledge, and share your knowledge.
Our bylaws detail the goals of MAC, but simply stated, they are to educate persons interested in Astronomy. The forum for this education is fostered by the atmosphere of fellowship provided at monthly MAC meetings and observing sessions.
Feel free to call on any board member with ideas, suggestions, or questions. We will try to provide answers to all of your astronomical questions and will make the effort to implement ideas or suggestions.
Keep Looking Out!
Al Parker
President, MAC, Inc.
Clear Sky Clocks
- MAC-Hunter
- MAC-Parnell
- Congaree Swamp
- Other Clear Sky Clocks in SC
Dec 2008: Murphy's Astronomy Laws
We've all experienced Murphy's Law -- if anything can go wrong, it will -- in some way in our everyday lives. But there are also numerous corollaries to it in astronomy. For example, it will always be cloudy:
- if you or someone in your club buys new equipment. And the larger the aperture, the longer it will be cloudy!
- if you heavily advertise public observing for some celestial event.
You get the idea! Now send me some more corollaries!