Nice to see the RAS putting such emphasis on the work of amateur astronomers.
Cheers,
~Al
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BAA electronic circular No. 00177
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Dear Members
I received a copy of a citation produced by the Royal Astronomical Society
today. This has been awarded to Guy Hurst for the many years of work and
effort that he has given to astronomy. I would like to congratulate Guy on
the Association's behalf on receiving this well earned award.
The original Citation follows:
Citation for Guy M. Hurst for the Reward for Services to Astronomy
"In all senses, Guy Hurst has been a leading member of the amateur
astronomical community for over 30 years. Guy established the UK Supernova
Patrol in 1976, encouraging amateurs to search for these objects. His
outstanding skills as a coordinator to ensure that amateur discoveries of
supernovae, novae and comets are rapidly verified and reported to the
international community, resulting in a huge benefit to both professionals
and amateurs alike. He has also been the editor of "The Astronomer" magazine
for 30 years, providing a major forum for amateur astronomers involved in
detailed astronomical work. Guy, being more than "just" the editor of a
magazine, takes direct interest in the observations that are reported, and
has devoted significant effort and a considerable amount of his own time to
the promotion and organisation of the amateur community. Serving as
President of the British Astronomical Association from 2001-2003, he remains
Vice-President, and continues to conduct and promote active observing of the
night (and daytime) sky. It is widely recognized that the work of active
amateur astronomers is of considerable value to professionals, it is fitting
that Guy Hurst's work in bringing together the communities should be
recognised with the Award for Services to Astronomy."
Tom Boles
President BAA
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