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(meteorobs) Re: Summary

Dear Mr. Warren and All,

You are quite correct in that we should include the location in each and
every set of data we share with the list. After contributing to this
list for some 7 years now you would think that I would realize this and
the fact that not everyone has been around as long as I. We often forget
the number of newcomers that show up for the Leonids every year and that
they may not know where everyone is situated. For this I apologize.

As for showers being "lumpy" as you say, let me save you some time. In
space it is quite natural for random particles to cluster. This is a
common sight to see during many meteor displays. There will be periods
of little activity and periods of enhanced activity. This is completely
normal. The only reason I mentioned clustering during my most recent
observation is that the Geminids are not noted for this phenomena. They
are usually quite steady throughout the night. Now the Perseids and
Leonids are well known for clustering of activity. Perhaps what I
witnessed is due to the fact that the display was past maximum activity,
a time which I have rarely had the opportunity to watch. I realize that
the post maximum Geminids are brighter. Perhaps they are a bit more
clustered too?

Robert, in answering your last question, I have several spots in the
Mojave Desert where I watch major meteor activity. It all depends on who
I am meeting and the expected wind conditions as to where I plan to
watch. If you have any other questions or comments you would please
direct them to me at lunro.imo.usa@home.com  Let's not fill the list
with personal questions and discussions as I am sure that there are many
who don't give a hoot.

Clear Skies!

Robert Lunsford





Robert Warren wrote:
> 
> Mr Lunsford,
> 
> I have been enjoying reading your messages or the meteorobs.  I am glad that
> this site exists.  However, sometimes I wish the people writing in woud be
> more specific as to where they are observing from.  then that way, I could
> plot out on a map the distribution of metoer sightings vs the geographical
> distribution of the observors.  This might help us in learning whether a
> meteor shower is lumpy or not.
> 
> What are your opinions on this?
> 
> Where in the Mojave were you trying to go?  Is this a favorite >location for you to go to?
>
> Thankyou,
> Robert Warren
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