When: March 28, 29
Download the PDF Flyer with all the information on the marathon here (PDF)
Location: Approximately 90 miles west of Phoenix. Take the I-10 towards Los Angeles and take the Hovatter Rd. exit. Go right north) from there and follow the signs for approximately 3.5 miles. Porta-potties will be provided. (Google Maps)
Messier Marathon Resources
Provided below is a list of downloadable resources I put together you might find helpful for the marathon.
- Saguaro Astronomy Club (SAC) Messier Marathon Flyer (PDF)
- Messier Marathon List in various formats
- PDF Form (PDF)
- Excel Spreadsheet (.xlsx)
- Sky Safari Pro Download (.skylist)– Instructions on loading the list can be located here.
- Astro Planner (.apd)
- The Ultimate Messier Object Log (PDF) by David Green – 91 pages with images
- The Observing Guide to the Messier Marathon by Don Machholz – Purchase the PDF book here