National RASC Presidential Visit 2001

RASC - Regina Centre President, Kai Gauer, introducing our special guest

National RASC President, Dr. Bob Garrison, addressing the Regina members

Club members listening to Dr. Garrison's presentation titled "In Praise of Small Telescopes" 

Dr. Garrison's presentation included lots of humor

Al Andrew's receiving a certificate from the National Centre for his contributions to the RASC - Regina Centre

Steve Szuta receiving his certificate of appreciation

Darcy Kozoriz accepting his certificate from Dr. Garrison

Ross Parker posing with the National President and the Regina President while receiving his certificate

More activities to come

Awaiting Dr. Garrison's arrival

Dr. Garrison getting ready

The unveiling of the Father Lucien Kemble Memorial Plaque

The cramped quarters at the unveiling ceremony

Getting the camera prepared

The two president's cutting the ribbon for the opening of the telescope to the club members.  More work is required before the telescope is officially opened to the public.

Dr. Garrison visiting with local Regina members

Taking a look at the work done so far

Listening to the speech

John Mulvenna giving some information about the Saskatchewan Millennium Telescope

Taking pictures of John

Discussing the challenges encountered during the building phase

The business end of the Meade 12" LX-200

Enjoying the visit with everyone

Vance Petriew and Dr. Bob Garrison pose for a photo on the roof

Kai Gauer, Steve Szuta and Darcy Kozoriz were very instrumental in the building of the Saskatchewan Millennium Telescope

Ross Parker and Darcy Kozoriz

Cake and goodies were provided after the observatory tour

James Edgar visiting with Dr. Garrison