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22-07-2014, 09:45 PM
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Registered User
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Join Date: May 2014
Posts: 24
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Hi,
It's my first time here and I might be able to come.
Is it possible for me to bring a few people ?
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22-07-2014, 09:50 PM
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#6363
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Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Central Coast NSW
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Hi Marko,
I can't see why not.
Hope to see you (and everyone that you bring) there.
You have picked a good night, from the looks. Some big scopes look to be in attendance.
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22-07-2014, 10:43 PM
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Registered User
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Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: Norah Head, Central Coast, NSW
Posts: 150
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Pony club nobby 2
Yes Shane. Lets give it another try. Will be in contact by phone later in the week.
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23-07-2014, 09:48 AM
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#6363
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Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Central Coast NSW
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No worries, Neil.
Hope to see you on the mountain!
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23-07-2014, 03:16 PM
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Moderator
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Join Date: Aug 2005
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My daughter's 10th birthday on Sat, we'll be having her party during the day (seems like we have a BD every other day around here ).
Hoping to be at the PC later in the evening, looking forward to catching up with everyone then.
RB
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23-07-2014, 04:47 PM
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Geoff
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Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: South Tacoma NSW
Posts: 571
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I hope to get there myself
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23-07-2014, 10:54 PM
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Member > 10year club
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Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Central Coast NSW
Posts: 3,336
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Originally Posted by gmbfilter
I hope to get there myself
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Hi Geoff,
looking forward to seeing you there, its been too long my friend !
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24-07-2014, 05:27 PM
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A Friendly Nyctophiliac
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Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Toongabbie, NSW
Posts: 1,582
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I think I'd like to attend this Pony Club meet. Was there any special requirements compared to other dark sites? Entry fee or contribution perhaps?
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24-07-2014, 09:09 PM
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#6363
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Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Central Coast NSW
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Not really, Adrian.
No fees or contribution necessary.
BYO chair, warmth, etc... Other than that, come one, come all.
Wow, looks like a repeat of January, if everyone shows up.
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24-07-2014, 09:24 PM
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Rickapoodyandafandoogally
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Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Mardi NSW, Australia
Posts: 1,122
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Yep, all is looking good by the weather forecasts.
It's been a while since we have had a good roll up with pristine conditions.
Fingers crossed.
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24-07-2014, 09:44 PM
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Registered User
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Join Date: May 2014
Posts: 24
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Shano592
Hi Marko,
I can't see why not.
Hope to see you (and everyone that you bring) there.
You have picked a good night, from the looks. Some big scopes look to be in attendance.
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Awesome, thanks. I'll see you there then
does it matter if I come late at night, around midnight ?
I don't want to blind you with the lights of my car.
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25-07-2014, 04:06 AM
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Honey based Meade
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Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Balala, NSW
Posts: 805
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I'm there early
I'm planning on being up there well before sunset, bringing the little webber q to heat up little pies and sausage rolls that I bring for all will have sauce. Geoff ( Inmekombi) is bringing water, kettle and gas ring
So if everyone brings their own cup and spoon ( I'll bring paper plates) should work out well. And whatever other beverages and tucker you want, might be a good night any other contributions welcome
Will be trying out my newly revised heaters on my scope
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25-07-2014, 04:11 AM
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Honey based Meade
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Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Balala, NSW
Posts: 805
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Reminder
Just a little reminder to any new folks coming, don't forget red cellophane over your torches, helps preserve the night vision so everyone can see better ��
Hi Markova, if it is a great night there could well se a few conscientious hangers on after midnight, all depends on frost, fog and dew. If the dew point is low and the scopes lose view the guys lose interest so it's a bit of hit and miss a midnight arrival, but give it a go by all means.
For those with CB uhf radios, channel 11 sounds like a goer
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25-07-2014, 04:44 AM
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Member > 10year club
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Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Central Coast NSW
Posts: 3,336
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Mqrko
does it matter if I come late at night, around midnight ?
I don't want to blind you with the lights of my car.
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Hi Marko,
People come and go at various times, it can be distracting, but no one gets too excited
But, as Arthur has indicated, most people are generally gone by midnight, especially in Winter, when it is cold and the observing starts so early.
If the gate is closed, it will be locked, and all have left for the night.
In the old days, we often pulled all nighters, but since we have lost access to the clubhouse and facilities, this is a thing of the past.
In this regard, I have messaged several Pony Club officials requesting (limited) access for Saturday night, but have not had any response.
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25-07-2014, 02:44 PM
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Registered User
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Join Date: May 2014
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oh ok, I see. that's unfortunate
what time should I expect the gate to be opened approximately ?
I also read about the delta aquarid meteor shower. Is it possible to see it during the evening since the moon will set early ? If I can see it, then I guess I would be able to come early
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25-07-2014, 04:16 PM
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Member > 10year club
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Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Central Coast NSW
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Mqrko
what time should I expect the gate to be opened approximately ?
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There is normally someone there before sunset, so any time from 4:30 pm I would expect (but not guarantee).
I expect to get there about 5pm.
So that will be a 7 hour stint just to midnight.
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I also read about the delta aquarid meteor shower. Is it possible to see it during the evening since the moon will set early ? If I can see it, then I guess I would be able to come early
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There will be no moon, so I expect that you will see meteors.
Especially as there are three major showers listed for this month.
Admittedly, the experts say morning hours are most prolific, due to the direction of the Earth's travel.
But we always spot plenty even when no major shower is predicted.
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25-07-2014, 04:29 PM
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Member > 10year club
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Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Central Coast NSW
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On a lighter note, ...
One (1) Apple Charlotte on order for pick up Saturday morning.
Sorry can't guarantee sufficiency of supply, subject to numbers, so get in early.
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25-07-2014, 05:13 PM
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Registered User
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Join Date: May 2014
Posts: 24
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Allan_L
There is normally someone there before sunset, so any time from 4:30 pm I would expect (but not guarantee).
I expect to get there about 5pm.
So that will be a 7 hour stint just to midnight.
There will be no moon, so I expect that you will see meteors.
Especially as there are three major showers listed for this month.
Admittedly, the experts say morning hours are most prolific, due to the direction of the Earth's travel.
But we always spot plenty even when no major shower is predicted.
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Oh wow, I do know about perseids and aquarids but what's the 3rd ?
I will probably be there at 9pm.
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25-07-2014, 05:25 PM
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Rickapoodyandafandoogally
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Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Mardi NSW, Australia
Posts: 1,122
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Allan_L
On a lighter note, ...
One (1) Apple Charlotte on order for pick up Saturday morning.
Sorry can't guarantee sufficiency of supply, subject to numbers, so get in early.
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Put me down Al
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25-07-2014, 07:05 PM
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They aint just doubles :o
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Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Gosford NSW Australia
Posts: 2,328
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2 Madiera Cakes will be attending as well as Alan's Apple Charlotte.
I am having trouble locating my Small gas stove, so if anyone has one to bring so we can heat up " the billy " that would be great.
Lets hope the weather is OK.
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