Celebration of 15th anniversary of "Friends of the Observatory" - Meteorological Day Camp

2 December 2011

More than 70 members of Friends of the Observatory (FoOb) participated in a meteorological day camp in celebration of 15th anniversary of FoOb on 19 November 2011 at Lei Yue Mun Park and Holiday Village. Under the concerted effort of FoOb volunteer committee members and the Observatory staff, the event was well planned, educational activities well-received and friendship among members enhanced. During the event, Mr SHUN Chi-ming, the Director, also shared with participants his experience of cloud observation and skills of taking photos of the changing atmosphere. It is hoped that FoOb members will continue to take part in weather related educational activities in the years to come. (Special thanks: Site provided by Leisure and Cultural Services Department)

Observatory staff and FoOb committee members planning and preparing for the "Meteorological Day Camp" during spare time

The Director (2nd left) judging the "Home-made Anemometer" competition

The Director (center) photographed with FoOb members