[meteorite-list] Its Meteor Day :)

[Shawn Alan]

Hello Listers,

Its Meteor Day..... Someone at work told me about this cause he saw it on his calendar at home and he knows I collect meteorites


It's a bird, it's a plane.  No, it's Meteor Day!   June 30th is a day for looking up - way up. It’s Meteor Day, also known as Meteor Watch Day!

If you’ve ever seen a shooting star, hold onto your hats! How would you like to see an out-of-this-world meteor shower? One of the best-known meteor showers is the Perseid, which has been observed for nearly 2000 years!  Each year, viewers in the Northern Hemisphere are privy to a spectacular showing in the nighttime sky. From about the middle of July until mid-August, dozens of meteors dance across the darkened sky. It’s almost like having your very own set of fireworks in your own back yard!

Whether you are looking for a single shooting star or a fantastic meteor shower, you'll need to get away from the bright city lights. To get the best seat in the house, a dark and secluded spot is your best bet for the show. Be sure to bring along the bug spray and comfy clothing.  Admission is free!

http://www.examiner.com/x-3514-Holidays-Examiner~y2009m6d27-Celebrate-Meteor-Day-Out-of-this-world-show

SA