My Observatory Quest
After setting up in the driveway for each night of Astrophotography, I am now out to buy land and build my first (and likely last) Observatory. Follow my efforts in this endeavor here!
Whispering Skies Observatory Update for October 2025
The October 2025 Update on the Whispering Skies Observatory Project! Coverd is images I have shut recently using the observatory as well as outdoor painting and indoor floor sealing and lighting projects. Also discussed are a few future projects that are currently in the planning stages.
Whispering Skies Observatory: Making the Sign!
Getting the sign made and fabricated for my new observatory!
Whispering Skies Observatory: Live SkyAlert Weather Map
I recently added a SkyALert Weather System Station from Interactive Astronomy. This page shows a weather map that is updated every 10 minutes!
Whispering Skies Observatory: Drainage and Lawn Restoration
The construction phase of my observatory project is now complete!
It’s time to handle the drainage and the lawn restoration!
Whispering Skies Observatory: Construction Completed!
The construction phase of my observatory project is now complete!
In this video, I document the work completed to finalize the construction.
Whispering Skies Observatory: Installing Piers and Scopes!
Finally - a huge milestone for the observatory project! The piers and scopes are now installed! Learn about how this was accomplished!
Whispering Skies Observatory: Construction Completed - Drone View of Results
The construction phase of my observatory project is now complete!
To celebrate this, I created a drone video showing it’s current state!
Whispering Skies Observatory Update: Siding and Trim!
With the slightly better - and warmer - weather, we have made progress on finishing the outside of the building!
Most of the siding and trim are now done, and once more material is delivered, the rest can be completed in one day.
Also shown is a sneak peek at the inside with piers and scopes set up!
Whispering Skies Observatory: Developing a Computer and Networking Strategy!
I am still waiting on the weather in order to complete the observatory, so I have been working on my computer and networking strategy for the observatory.