Scott's "S"
Date: March 2001
Location: Tucson Arizona Empire Ranch
Equipment: 300mm f4 Sigma APO camera lens, G11, ST4, Taurus Tracker, Canon F-1
Conditions: Very nice and dark
Film: Kodak Supra 400
Exposure: 45 minutes
Comments: This shot, while it shows the horsehead and the flame nebula, is really to show the "S" shaped asterism between the center and right hand belt star. This was pointed out to me by a fellow named Scott up at Kitt Peak where we were both participating in the Night Observation Program (NOP). When Scott showed me the asterism I allowed as I had never heard of it - hence the name "Scott's S". I promised him that I would photograph this and send him a copy, unfortunately I cannot find his e-mail address. If you are out there Scott - drop me a line!