Past Award Recipients
2017
2016
2015
2014
2013
Harold Povenmire
Harold R. Povenmire - 2013 Award Recipient
Hal was one of the first graze observers, October 8, 1963. He has led over 500 graze expeditions.
In one
expedition, Hal, along with Paul Maley, obtained 235 chords –
the
largest number for any single event – 1983
Hal published
the 1st book
on Grazes in 1977, and co-authored an Occultation Observers
Handbook in 2006
He has published over 250 articles on occultations and other fields associated with solar system material (meteorites, space travel, Tektites)
and has authored books on other subjects
And finally,
Hal has
not one, but TWO, asteroids associated with his name!
12753 Povenmire for Katie and 15146 Halpov
for Hal