Members begin arriving shortly before 6 to find David Boyd and his daughter already there at the observatory. A few clouds and very warm temps offered a nice setting for the picnic.

As promised by John there was plenty of food to be enjoyed by who ever could attend. John brought his grill for hotdogs and burgers and had BBQ chicken.  Ray brought his famous potato salad and a few chix wings. Dot (invited by Ray so she could take the minutes - haha) brought her cornbread pudding dish. Along with our birthday cake Kenneth brought some delicious Danishes to be enjoyed for desert.  Lots of chips and drinks were there for everyone. No one left the picnic hungry!

After eating and chit chatting we began to look upwards to the sky. Mark had his camera set up. John began tutoring Emma on the use and care of the scope he had set up. Ray began pointing out stars and constellations with his new pointer.  David Boyd focused his big telescope on Saturn for those to view who were interested. The “Observatory Show” was cut short due to David’s call to work. This however did not hinder our overall enjoyment of the evening.

Not much else to say about the picnic other than those who did attend seemed to have a good time and left with a full belly. Shortly after dusk people begin gathering their belongings and by 9:30 everyone was packed and leaving.

A good time was had by all!!!

Respectfully submitted,

Ray Owens - Secretary