Observation Log Templates
Observation logs make the site more than a reading experience. They let a visitor collect real evidence while preserving the details that make the evidence useful.
Universal Observation Log
| Field | What to record |
|---|---|
| Claim | The exact sentence being tested. |
| Date/time | Include time zone and whether daylight saving time applies. |
| Location | Coordinates or clearly named place. |
| Equipment | Camera, lens/zoom, tripod, compass, level, phone app, telescope, etc. |
| Geometry | Observer height, target height, distance, direction, elevation angle. |
| Conditions | Weather, temperature, visibility, haze, mirage/refraction notes. |
| Prediction | What each model said before the observation. |
| Result | What was actually observed. |
Horizon Observation Log
- Observer height above water/ground
- Target name, height, and distance
- Whether the target bottom is visible, hidden, mirrored, or distorted
- Refraction notes: temperature inversion, shimmer, mirage, haze
- Raw unedited image plus zoom/crop if used
Sky Observation Log
- Latitude, longitude, local time, and UTC time
- Direction faced and compass method
- Sun altitude/azimuth or star target
- Expected result from globe model and alternate model
- Photo/video plus notes about lens and exposure
Why Logs Matter
Most viral flat-earth evidence omits just enough context to feel decisive. A good log removes that ambiguity.