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Svsvaren - 1977 No 1
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Title: SVAVAREN Issue: 1/77 Publisher: UFO-CENTER, KARLSKOGA Document Type: Magazine Issue Date: November 5, 1977
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Title: SVAVAREN
Issue: 1/77
Publisher: UFO-CENTER, KARLSKOGA
Document Type: Magazine Issue
Date: November 5, 1977
This issue of SVAVAREN, the organ of the UFO-CENTER in Karlskoga, focuses on an upcoming astronomy excursion and provides detailed information for amateur astronomers and UFO enthusiasts.
Astronomy Excursion to Jungfruboda
The main event announced is an astronomy excursion to Jungfruboda on Saturday, November 5, 1977, starting at 18:00 at the P-plats behind Kronhallshuset (TBV-lokalen). The event will proceed regardless of the weather, with indoor activities planned if the weather is poor, including discussions about UFOs and ghost stories, as the house is rumored to be haunted.
Participants are advised to bring warm clothing, binoculars or a telescope (loaners available), a camping chair or camp bed, a sleeping bag for outdoor observation, and star charts if they have them. For the evening's activities, participants should bring grill sausages and a grill, though a fire can be made if necessary. Coffee can be prepared on-site, but participants need to bring bread and mugs. As there is no electric light at the house, participants should bring candles, a kerosene lamp, or a flashlight.
Those needing transportation are asked to contact the organizer, Owe E. Lewitzki, by a specific day before the event, as carpooling arrangements might be made. Friends, acquaintances, and their family members are welcome.
The location in "åvärla" (a remote area) was chosen for its darkness, which is ideal for observing stars, planets, and galaxies, and to avoid the light pollution common in cities. The article expresses hope for a clear night sky and the possibility of seeing a UFO.
Celestial Objects and Observations
The magazine provides a guide to celestial objects that can be observed, assuming good weather. These include:
- Moon (Luna): Opportunities to observe lunar features and understand the astronauts' experience of orbiting the Moon. The Moon will be in conjunction with Saturn.
- Venus: Not visible during this time.
- Mars: The "red planet," a subject of speculation regarding extraterrestrial life, and the landing site of Viking probes.
- Jupiter: The giant planet with its Great Red Spot and 13 moons. Observers can see its belts and the four largest moons: Io, Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto.
- Saturn: The ringed planet, which will be visited by the PIONEER 11 probe in 1979. It is believed its rings are composed of ice blocks. Saturn and the Moon can only be seen if the observation extends past midnight.
Beyond the planets, the excursion aims to observe objects within the Milky Way, such as globular and open star clusters, double stars, nebulae, and nearby galaxies.
Astronomical Data and Coordinates
Pages 2 and 3 present detailed astronomical data for various celestial objects, including their right ascension, declination, apparent magnitude, and distance. This includes:
- Milky Way Objects: Globular clusters (M3, M5, M13), galaxies (Andromeda Nebula M31, M33, M81, M82, M51), and nebulae (Orion Nebula, Crab Nebula, North America Nebula).
- Planetary Data: A table on page 5 provides comprehensive data for Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto, covering distances from the Sun, orbital periods, rotation periods, axial and orbital inclinations, eccentricity, equatorial diameter, mass, volume, density, oblateness, atmospheric composition, temperature, pressure, surface gravity, apparent diameter of the Sun from each planet, and number of known satellites.
Page 3 also includes a table of approximate coordinates for the Moon, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn for November 5-6, 1977, with data sourced from "Den svenska almanackan 1977" (The Swedish Almanac 1977).
Astronomical Coordinates Explained
Page 4 features a diagram and explanation of astronomical coordinates: right ascension (α) and declination (δ). It defines the vernal equinox point (γ) and the hour angle (t), which is the time from the meridian. Page 7 shows a diagram illustrating the setup of a reflecting telescope at a latitude of approximately 60 degrees.
Photography Encouraged
Participants with cameras and tripods are encouraged to bring them to photograph the night sky and the apparent movement of stars. Black and white film like Kodak Tri-X or color slide/negative film is recommended.
Contact Information
The contact person for the UFO-CENTER in Karlskoga is Owe E. Lewitzki. The address is UFO-CENTER, Karlskoga, c/o Owe E. Lewitzki, Skogsrundan 6 A, 69100 Karlskoga, and the phone number is 0586/376 78.
Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance
The magazine consistently promotes amateur astronomy and the exploration of the cosmos, with a particular interest in UFO phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of encouraging public participation in scientific observation, fostering a sense of community among enthusiasts, and maintaining an open mind towards unexplained aerial phenomena. The publication aims to educate its readers about astronomy while also engaging them in the ongoing mystery of UFOs.