| Big Tree |
| What was dubbed the "Great American Eclipse" drew millions to its path of totality on August 21, 2017. About 20,000 spectators (my wife and myself included) flocked to the viewing event at Clemson University alone. Packing so many people into one place could have easily made a giant mess, but thanks to the effort of everyone involved in putting it together, the event turned out to be a great success. Free parking and shuttle services were offered, solar viewing glasses were distributed, again, free of charge. Signs and volunteers were posted along the road. Many buildings opened their doors and facilities (the planetarium too!) to the public. On center stage, astronomers explained the mechanics of the eclipse, eclipse chasers shared their stories and described what to expect, and the Tiger Band gave a wonderful performance. All did their share to keep the spirit of the crowd going leading up to totality. Clemson definitely deserved a big shout-out!
A big tree near where my wife and I were sitting shaded us for a good couple hours in the late morning. This image combined two photos of the sun with the tree canopy in the foreground. 所谓“北美大蚀”的全蚀带在2017年8月21号这天吸引了数百万人。 单克莱姆森大学一地的观蚀活动就有大约两万看客，包括我们两口子。这么多人挤在一个地方容易搞得一团糟，亏的活动组织者给力，结果很成功。免费停车，免费短途班车，免费提供观蚀眼镜。很多建筑及设施都向公众开放。天文学家，日蚀追逐者，乐队在活动主场地轮番登场，说明原理，讲解趣事，再奉上精彩的演出，让人们在等待全蚀的时间里也兴致盎然。克莱姆森真当得起一声赞！ 我们坐在一棵大树阴影里所以早上的两个小时挺凉快。这是两张隔着树冠照的太阳。 |
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