Oregon

edge of annularity.

I'm thinking of driving to Albuquerque the day before to find a good spot to watch it.

I already have eclipse glasses, thanks to My Son The Astronomer. I've also asked him to find and send me binoculars for watching an eclipse.

You probably already know, but DO NOT watch the eclipse without proper eye-wear, and this far ahead is a good time to get it. My wonderful son sent me 10 eclipse glasses and five eclipse shades, so I expect to share them freely wherever I am watching.

There's going to be a total eclipse in April, 2024, Alas, it's nowhere near Oregon. However, in August, 2045, there will be another total eclipse that will pass through Oregon that you should plan on seeing. The reason? Totality will last as long as 6 minutes in places. Wow. I saw the total eclipse of 2017 in Nebraska, and had a bit over 2 minutes, which was still amazing. August 2045 is just before my 97th birthday, so I realize I may not get to see it. But do the math on your age, and plan on seeing this one.