Laverne Biser News

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"105-Year-Old Excited for 13th Solar Eclipse: 'You See One, You Want to See Them All'"

Laverne Biser, a 105-year-old retired engineer, is eagerly anticipating his 13th solar eclipse, which is set to pass over his home in Fort Worth, Texas. Having traveled to various US states and foreign countries to witness eclipses, Biser, who has a passion for astronomy, has handcrafted telescopes and shared his love for the cosmos with his family. With the upcoming eclipse potentially being his last, Biser is looking forward to experiencing it with his daughter and granddaughter, and he encourages first-time spectators to savor the fleeting moments of totality without protective glasses.

via The Guardian|

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human-interest2 years ago•4 min saved

"105-Year-Old Eclipse Enthusiast Prepares for 13th Total Solar Eclipse"

Laverne Biser, a 105-year-old eclipse chaser from Texas, is preparing to witness his 13th solar eclipse on April 8. His fascination with eclipses began in 1963, and he has since traveled the world to witness these celestial events, capturing them through photography. Biser's love for the cosmos also extends to building handmade telescopes. Despite his age, his passion for astronomy remains strong, and he encourages others to experience the beauty of eclipses while emphasizing the importance of safety.

via WBAL TV Baltimore|

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human-interest2 years ago•4 min saved

"Centenarian Eclipse Enthusiast's Six-Decade Obsession"

Laverne Biser, a 105-year-old eclipse chaser from Texas, is preparing to witness his 13th solar eclipse on April 8. His fascination with eclipses began in 1963, and he has since traveled the world to witness these celestial events, capturing them through photography. Biser's love for the cosmos also extends to building handmade telescopes. Despite his age, his passion for astronomy remains strong, and he encourages others to experience the beauty of eclipses while emphasizing the importance of safety.

via KETV Omaha|

#astronomy #eclipse-chaser #human-interest

human-interest2 years ago•4 min saved

"Centenarian Eclipse Enthusiast's Six-Decade Obsession"

Laverne Biser, a 105-year-old eclipse chaser from Texas, is preparing to witness his 13th solar eclipse on April 8. His fascination with eclipses began in 1963, and he has since traveled the world to witness these celestial events, capturing them through photography. Biser's love for the cosmos also extends to building handmade telescopes. Despite his age, his passion for astronomy remains strong, and he encourages others to experience the beauty of eclipses while emphasizing the importance of safety.

via WVTM13 Birmingham|

#astronomy #eclipse-chaser #human-interest

human-interest2 years ago•4 min saved

"105-Year-Old Eclipse Chaser Adds 13th Total Solar Eclipse to Lifetime Passion"

Laverne Biser, a 105-year-old eclipse chaser from Texas, is preparing to witness his 13th solar eclipse on April 8. His fascination with eclipses began in 1963, and he has since traveled the world to witness these celestial events, capturing them through photography. Biser's love for the cosmos also extends to building handmade telescopes. Despite his age, his passion for astronomy remains strong, and he encourages others to experience the beauty of eclipses while emphasizing the importance of safety.

via WDSU New Orleans|

#astronomy #eclipse-chaser #human-interest

human-interest2 years ago•1 min saved

105-year-old Man to Witness 13th Solar Eclipse in April

Laverne Biser, a 105-year-old eclipse enthusiast, is gearing up to witness his 13th solar eclipse on April 8th, having traveled the world to capture these celestial events since 1963. With a passion for photography, he cherishes the challenge of capturing eclipse moments and emphasizes the importance of safety when viewing the upcoming eclipse in his own backyard.

via The News International|

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