Total Solar Eclipse : Aug 12th 26
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RDMcG said:
I found them tricky enough to photograph as the whole thing happens faster than you think so good to be set up properly if you want the photo. This one was form Tennessee in 2017...............
Nice ! We were also in Tennessee for that one (chasing the weather as we were originally planning to see it in Georgia but it was cloudy nearer the coast ! I was thinking of trying to photograph this one (just enjoyed the spectacle the last 2 times). I have a Nikon P950 Superzoom bridge which has "moon" setting which should work. Looking to get a small travel tripod as we will be travelling without hold luggage. Just need to get some Solar lense stuff so I can take some photo's before totality and ensure I cover it up quickly before the diamond ring !! We think it's a long shot we'll see it given it's 8.30pm so we need clear skies all the way to the horizon.My Dad's birthday was 11 August 2012. From a young lad I was keen on astronomy, so for many years I was aware that there'd be a total eclipse visible at the far west of Cornwall in England on 11 August 1999. No way was I going to miss this, and because of the UK's unpredictable weather, I decided to take a day trip to France and go close to Rouen which would be another total eclipse location. I found a high spot, with plenty of locals with their wine and chesse etc.
The eclipse was spectacular. Of particular memory was the sight of the shadow approaching and disappearing over the horizon taking a total of maybe 10 minutes or so, only possible to observe because we were high up with a clear 360 degree vista. And also the cows nearby looking for the farm gate to go to get milked as twilight approached; very strange!
R.
The eclipse was spectacular. Of particular memory was the sight of the shadow approaching and disappearing over the horizon taking a total of maybe 10 minutes or so, only possible to observe because we were high up with a clear 360 degree vista. And also the cows nearby looking for the farm gate to go to get milked as twilight approached; very strange!
R.
The Leaper said:
My Dad's birthday was 11 August 2012. From a young lad I was keen on astronomy, so for many years I was aware that there'd be a total eclipse visible at the far west of Cornwall in England on 11 August 1999. No way was I going to miss this, and because of the UK's unpredictable weather, I decided to take a day trip to France and go close to Rouen which would be another total eclipse location. I found a high spot, with plenty of locals with their wine and chesse etc.
The eclipse was spectacular. Of particular memory was the sight of the shadow approaching and disappearing over the horizon taking a total of maybe 10 minutes or so, only possible to observe because we were high up with a clear 360 degree vista. And also the cows nearby looking for the farm gate to go to get milked as twilight approached; very strange!
R.
He must have had you while he was very young. He’s only 13 now!The eclipse was spectacular. Of particular memory was the sight of the shadow approaching and disappearing over the horizon taking a total of maybe 10 minutes or so, only possible to observe because we were high up with a clear 360 degree vista. And also the cows nearby looking for the farm gate to go to get milked as twilight approached; very strange!
R.
chrisman said:
It's on my bucket list to see a total eclipse. I remember watching a partial eclipse, must have been in the late 90s but it wasn't enough to see the corona.
I've never seen a total eclipse either. A partial eclipse is complete crap, may as well not bother. I was in Washington DC in April 2024 for a 97% eclipse. Utter waste of time. croyde said:
Wasn't there a total eclipse in the UK around 1999. I remember seeing it in Wandsworth.
It was a warm day but got cold as the sun got blocked. There was TV coverage of the shadow down in Cornwall, I think.
11 August 1999.It was a warm day but got cold as the sun got blocked. There was TV coverage of the shadow down in Cornwall, I think.
Only total in the UK at the far west of Cornwall.
R.
Everyone should see a total eclipse if they get the chance. It is truly a gargantuan experience.
And seeing it rocketing in from the sea will add a chunk more to the moment.
I've looked into this one and I think I may have left it too late for Spain. Flights are OK, but accommodation is off the charts.
You can go to Bjork's rave in Iceland, but the weather is very likely to not play ball.
Didn't know the 2027 one had better stats. I will definitely make that happen if I can't string something together this time.
And seeing it rocketing in from the sea will add a chunk more to the moment.
I've looked into this one and I think I may have left it too late for Spain. Flights are OK, but accommodation is off the charts.
You can go to Bjork's rave in Iceland, but the weather is very likely to not play ball.
Didn't know the 2027 one had better stats. I will definitely make that happen if I can't string something together this time.
The Leaper said:
croyde said:
Wasn't there a total eclipse in the UK around 1999. I remember seeing it in Wandsworth.
It was a warm day but got cold as the sun got blocked. There was TV coverage of the shadow down in Cornwall, I think.
11 August 1999.It was a warm day but got cold as the sun got blocked. There was TV coverage of the shadow down in Cornwall, I think.
Only total in the UK at the far west of Cornwall.
R.
Cruises weren't really my thing, but parents and kid sister were taking a trip back to the US where they lived, and the chance to see the full eclipse was part of the package. That persuaded me to go along with them. Managed to tag a work related conference at Disney World onto the end of the holiday, and get my flight home paid too.
Watched the eclipse from a jacuzzi at the top of the SS Norway - experience of a lifetime
I was lucky enough to be flying back from the USA in August 1999 when the eclipse was due.
As we were about to leave the captain announced a 30 delay, this would put us over the Cornwall area at the same time as the eclipse. It was the first, and only time I have heard a flight delay getting a cheer and applause from the passengers.
True enough we flew at 30 odd thousand feet above the overcast coast getting a great view.
As we were about to leave the captain announced a 30 delay, this would put us over the Cornwall area at the same time as the eclipse. It was the first, and only time I have heard a flight delay getting a cheer and applause from the passengers.
True enough we flew at 30 odd thousand feet above the overcast coast getting a great view.
Tim330 said:
I decided to go for the August 2027 one in Malaga. The sun will be higher in the sky and totality is longer. I've never seen a total so quite looking forward to it.
How far out can you book flights, as that's the one I'm toying with....and accommodation, just as crucially...
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