My Log Book Introduction

Welcome to my log book, where I document my journey and experiences. This blog post will delve into the meaningful moments and valuable insights I’ve gained along the way. As I share my personal reflections, I invite you, the readers, to embark on this adventure with me. Join me as we explore the depths of my log book and uncover the lessons that have shaped my path.

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In this blog post, we will delve into the pages of my log book and uncover the remarkable insights it holds. Whether you are a curious explorer or a diligent scholar, this log book is sure to captivate your interest. Join me on this journey as we navigate through the intricacies of my log book and unlock its hidden treasures. So, without further ado, let us embark on this expedition into the world of my log book.

What is it?

My Log Book is now in print or at least the first 3 Volumes.    It started as loose notes compiled in a binder, it grew into a database, which is currently  maintained using Access.   This article will provide more detail of what this looks like.  Later I assembled it into a series of books, using InDesign.

The first 3 volumes of which has been printed, Another 3 volumes is ready for printing. At 200 Log entries per volume that covers 1200 Observations. Volume 7 is in the process of being finished and prepared for printing.  I am currently working on what would become volume 8.

A sample of what is printed for each entry:

It shows the date, the location, and Equipment that was used, if it’s available I also list the Sky conditions and any notes, if there is an image(s) I will provide them, as I did here with M81/M882

Latest Volume

The last volume completed is the 6th Volume which was completed and ready for print in 2016.  Volume 7 will ring from 2016 to the beginning of 2020.  Current observations will be in Volume 8 and will be from 2020 to Present.  I will print this volume as well as volumes 4 and 5 when funds are available.

Why Keep a Log Book

Since I started observing the sky, I quickly learned that it is necessary to keep track of what I am looking at, if I ever wanted to be more than a astro tourist. This site gives an independent assessment of what this is about.  On more than one occaision I will now refer to it and check what I had last seen something.  I am also putting it online to make it easier to reference when I am out observing, as now I can access it from my cell-phone, using the Portfolio Page of rogernelson.ca