Rick's Six Four Observatory  
Happy Jack, Arizona  Elevation: ~7100 ft.

Messier 64Chris Schur 2002
A roll-off roof type observatory housing a 16" Newtonian telescope on a German equatorial mount.

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The Pier
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First Light
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The Walkway

9-4-04

The first 8' section of deck support framing, all redwood 2x6's.
9-5-04

Four foot redwood planks installed with deck screws.
9-17-04

The second 8 foot section of deck framing.
9-17-04

Two 8 foot 4x4 redwood posts installed for an entrance archway.
11-12-04

Redwood planks completed on the second section.
4-10-05

Top 4x6 beam installed on entrance archway.
6-25-05

Redwood guard rails installed.
7-17-05

Redwood benches provide a place to enjoy the views.
9-25-05

A nice coat of clear wood sealer for weather protection.


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