Hodgson Observatory

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1. admin says:
   August 11th, 2010 at 7:09 pm

   Hi Larry sorry about the issues with my set up while you where here, we are planning to set up another class just of imaging, from basic to actual hands on.. will let you know when we get the material together.. nino

2. Larry Waldo says:
   August 4th, 2010 at 2:56 pm

   Hi: I was on the star party web site for this coming weekend star party. I am from Omaha and want to attend. I found no way there to sign up or any contact info for the club. I know it costs $15.00 and there is some form that needs to be signed. How do I find a person to talk to about this. I am from Omaha; will be bringing one friend and a telescope. Please contact me soon so I know that we are allowed to be there.
   Thanks,
   Larry Waldo

3. Ronald D. Parker says:
   May 4th, 2010 at 4:11 pm

   Thank you for being at the outdoor campus in Sertoma Park. I definitely would like to visit your observatory. This is my first visit to your websit. I look forward to your next New Moon Saturday Gathering. I, too, would like to encourage my grandchildren to have an interest in our beautiful SD skies.

4. Maurizio says:
   April 29th, 2010 at 10:58 am

   Dear sir/madam
   I will be in South Dakota (Sioux Falls, & badlands area) last week of
   July and I am looking forward to admire the sky like I never have the
   chance to do here in Chicago since the light pollution is really bad –
   The fantastic people at Sioux suggested to contact you for some memorable sky viewing – I will have my 14yr son with me with the hope to spark a bit of interest in astronomy in him. Is your facility open to the public and what is the cost?
   Thanks
   Maurizio

5. admin says:
   April 9th, 2010 at 6:27 pm

   Hi Joe, did you get my email I sent on thursday? We will be setting up around 7:00 – 7:30 pm on saturday at Hodgson’s thks Nino

6. joe b says:
   April 8th, 2010 at 3:21 pm

   hey nguys, great looking facilities. anyways my name is joe benson and i farm in rural nw iowa. i just happened upon your website from the sioux empire astronomy club and there is so much i want to ask you folks. anyways ill keep it short. i have always been interested in astronomy but have never had the means for purchase of any serious equipment until now, and as i have started to do the research i am left with more questions than answers. anyways i am wanting to do astrophotography and want to talk with some people who know something b4 i make my first purchase.anyways any info you could provide would be much appreciated.
   clear skies!
   joe benson

7. Dick_Hodgson says:
   March 28th, 2010 at 2:19 pm

   Hi Jenny,

   We welcome Cub Scouts to tour our observatory in rural Beresford. There is no cost. You would be welcome to come to one of the public “New Moon Saturday Gatherings” the Sioux Empire Astronomy Club SEAC has here. The next one for the public will be held on Saturday, April 17. Arrive about 7:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. You would have not only a tour but a chance to see Mars, Saturn, and a lot of stars. If this date does not work e-mail me at to discuss alternatives. Where is your pack located? Dick Hodgson

8. Jenny Mayer says:
   March 21st, 2010 at 9:23 am

   Would you welcome Cub Scouts to tour your facility? What is the cost?

9. Brandy Streed says:
   September 25th, 2008 at 12:03 pm

   Are you open to public on weekends?
   Would my family be able to visit?

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