Scott Thompson

Scott at his  Walker Ferry Observatory

Scott Thompson Alex City AL e-mail: stargzr@charter.net Web Site: Infinite Nature Art and Photography 7 inch APO Astro-Physics refractor w/ 800 Mount, Astrophotography, Ham Radio - KA4JFN Scott's Astrophotography

ST:  I have made myself a goal to get involved more in astronomy especially astrophotography. So far I have used my scope mostly for regular viewing. I have done some moon, planet, and sun photography. Practically no deep sky because I do not have a guidescope. However I am in the process of purchasing.

AAS:  Are you a seasoned amateur astronomer or just getting into the hobby?

ST:  I am by no means seasoned but I have dabbled off and on for four years. I had a sears refractor ever since I was 10 years old. However I never used it much.

AAS:  What was your first experience that attracted you to astronomy?

ST:  A planetarium experience when I was younger and then looking at Saturn's rings through that Sears Refractor.

AAS:  How about your family members; spouse? kids? significant other?

ST:  My wife says that it is an expensive hobby but enjoys the views through the scope every now and then. No children except our 20 lbs. cat.

AAS:  Can you tell us a little about your formal education?

ST:  College: ACJC in Alex. City, AS in Law Enforcement;  Auburn University, Degree in Marketing and Transportation.   I took Astronomy when I was at Auburn. It was fun. That was at the time of Halley's Comet.

AAS:  Do you have any pets?

ST:  Thai our cat who is Siamese and sometimes will help keep my lap warm while scoping.

AAS:  Where do you work? If you're retired, what was your occupation?

ST:  SACS / Scott Accounting and Computer Services. Service Technician / Sales We sell Public Housing Software and install networks for housing authorities.

AAS:  What are your other hobbies?

ST:  Amateur Radio (Ham Radio) my call sign is KA4JFN. That is all the hobbies I can afford, so my wife says.

AAS:  Have you ever lived in some other part of the country?

ST:  I was in the Air Force Reserve for 8 years and I was a Loadmaster on the Hercules C-130 Transport. So I have traveled a great deal in the us and some abroad.