Kulnura - 16th December

[iceman]

Who's up for Kulnura on the 16th? Last one before IISAC2007!!

I'll be there.. already have minister approval!

It does help to get in early, rather than springing it on them 2 days before :)

[h0ughy]

sorry my mums birthday, but might work on it though

[Rodstar]

Count me in Mike! It may be my last Kulnura before my new baby arrives...

[RB]

I've had a look at my work commitments and that Saturday looks shaky atm. :sad: :sad: :sad:

I'm going to try my best but no promises.
I really want to get the LX200 out there for a spin. :sadeyes:

[astropolak]

I want to come. Christmas party on the same day but if someone is intending to stay after midnight I will make the trip. Did not have many opportunities to try out the new scope yet...certainly not from a truly dark site...

Joe

[GTB_an_Owl]

Listen h0ughy
if you would just come right out and say that the bracelet around your left ankle prevents you from coming south of the Swansea Bridge less you risk alerting all the gendarmes in the hunter region - we would understand.

Gazz - are you writing down all these excuses h0ughy is using less he repeats them ?

Joe - you can count on me to stay with anyone that wants to go past midnite

RB - how you going with the fires up your way to-day ? heard something about them being down the bottom of your road ?
hope you can make it on the 16th (what will Rod do if you don't bring the xmas cigars)

Soooooo - i guess this means i'm gunna be there on the 16th - and i want plenty of company

C'mon - COMMIT you lot, and lets have a great XMAS gathering


Actually - i think we should all turn up, even if it is cloudy

[RB]

We're ok Geoff thanks, it's a backburning operation. The RFS is an amazing bunch of people, thanks guys :thumbsup:
Still, you can't help worrying because conditions can change.

Also I don't know what the seeing will be like for the 16th, there's been a lot of haze in the air now for a while.

:shrug:

[h0ughy]

:P :P :P my anniverary is 27 November, my wife's birthday is 6 december and my mums birthday is 16 December:whistle: :scared:

[GTB_an_Owl]

write those three down Gazz

But SORRY - i think there has to be a RULE that the Saturday nearest the new moon is set aside for astronomical pursuits. Marked permanently on all calenders and included in wedding vows and the like.

do we know anyone in government that could have this Gazzetted ?

:) :)

[wavelandscott]

Sorry folks, I can not make it...between my trip to Japan, moving house and heading to the US for Christmas I won't be able to make it...

[iluvsaturn]

I will try and bring my new toy, although I have had some pretty radical knee surgery that on all accounts has not gone well and looks like I am up for a total replacement in the new year. So lugging an HEQ5 and 8" tube around with a walking stick is quite a trial.

[GTB_an_Owl]

Scott (and family)

safe trip(s) and you all have a great XMAS over there

see you in the new year

geoff

[cahullian]

Lol Geoff, as you know I work in a high school (it's built on a hill) and have heard every excuse under the sun for things not being done. I prefer making excuses to go places myself. It's my wifes Birthday on the 20th Dec and she knows not to let it interfere with the viewing night so she booked a restaurant for the Fri nite.(good lass)

Hew Dave bring your mum with you and introduce her to the gang (that's if you can remember how to get there and haven't forgotten what we all look like) she could also help you with your gear and save your back in the process. I'll give her a birthday hedgehog, or two if she is lucky.

Gazz

[h0ughy]

gazz, I will bring her and leave her with you to look after, she is all yours:whistle: . I will try to arrange something if possible

[cahullian]

No worries dave as long as you get your looks from your fathers side of the family :poke:

[David]

I will be there, will try to bring my brother along.

[cahullian]

I have a dozen hedgehogs already. I'm thinking by the 16th I might have as many as 24. So who is bringing the Bonbons and party hats?

Hey froggy, Will I need to bring the thermo of hot chocolate or will the urnie be on?

Gazz

[ausastronomer]

I will be there weather permitting. I will be be bringing the 18" Obsession for the benefit of Rod's photon deprived eyes. Andrew Murrell will also be coming and bringing a large aperture scope. Gary K is unsure at this stage due to family commitments.

CS-John B

[Octane]

All,

I should be in sans equipment. Just a social call.

Regards,
Humayun

[iceman]

Great John and H, will be great to catch up again.

Even if the weather is no good, i'll be there for the social (unless it's raining).

[iceman]

Weather forecast is not looking the best for Saturday night..

As long as it's not raining though, i'm happy to catch up for a social for a few hours.

[ving]

like the weather can be predicted :rolleyes:

[RB]

Sounds good to me Mike, it'll be great to catch up with you guys !

[GTB_an_Owl]

is there an UNDER COVER barby area ?

[GTB_an_Owl]

2pm and the sun is trying to come out

should i start packing the esky ?

[GTB_an_Owl]

ok fella's
what we doing ?
do i take the beer out of the fridge or go to bed ?

[RB]

As far as I know Geoff, unless it's pouring rain, Mike said we'll meet there for a social so I'd say it'll be on but just keep checking here because Mike will let us know soon.

[jakob]

:sadeyes: :sadeyes: :sadeyes:
For me too far and not drinking, sorry.
:( :( :(

[iceman]

Plans have changed for me, sorry. I can't make it tonight. Spending the night with my wife.

[GTB_an_Owl]

SO
on or off ?

(i have to be home by 11-30 anyway)

[RB]

You're really into Binary aren't you Geoff ?

:P

[GTB_an_Owl]

yep

on or off, black or white, top or bottom, this side - that side, going - not going

only 2 states

there will be at least two there at 8-00pm

Dave is coming up with me in my car

a few more would be nice ??????? C'mon turn up for a couple of hours

[wavelandscott]

Sorry can't make it...having been in Japan all last week and moving house on by next Thursday means I need to be at home...

[Rodstar]

Having driven through showers on the F3 in the last hour or so, it looks far too bleak for me to be venturing out tonight. For those hardy souls going, have a COLD one for me! :cold:

[ausastronomer]

I am planning on going next Saturday if the weather co-operates.

CS-John B

[frogman]

WOW ... you have all missed out on another PERFECT viewing night ..... the clouds have cleared totally and the views are amazing

Once again Kulnura has shown her true colours for the people that have had faith and shown up !

:)
Anthony

[ving]

you tell em frogman!

[cahullian]

Is anyone else looking at the 23rd??
I was working late on saturday and by the posts it looked like the night was a no go.

Gazz

[RB]

We missed you Gazz, we were there till around 1.30am.

I'm going to try for this Saturday too, but it's only a maybe for me at this time.

:(

[iceman]

I'll ask my wife tonight, about the 23rd.

[ausastronomer]

I have a luncheon to go to. This is something my wife has organised for me. I don't necessarily want to go. It is very rare that I let my wife organise any social event for me. I normally call the shots. Unfortunately, on this occasion I need to go to accumulate brownie points for something else I am about to "con" her on :)

Depending what time the luncheon finishes will determine if:-

a) I turn up at all
b) I turn up without a telescope
c) I turn up with the 18" Obsession.

I will be making my best efforts to get there.

Regardless as to whether I get out there on Saturday Night, I will be doing some observing between Xmas and New Year before the moon interferes.

CS-John B

[wavelandscott]

No chance for me as I will be in the USA...hope to catch people in February...

Have a great night and Happy Holidays!

[Rodstar]

I could be a starter for the 23rd if the weather is more co-operative this time.

Someone will need to bring a scope .....RB tells me that last week you guys were so unprepared for clear skies that when things cleared up you were limited to using binoculars!!!

[iceman]

Weather report isn't looking good for this weekend, either..

[cahullian]

Dont throw a dampener on it too soon mike

[Rodstar]

With about 11 hours to go, things are looking grim for tonight. How frustrating is this weather??!! :(

[GTB_an_Owl]

BUT - you know what happens if you don't turn up - don't you Rod

[Rodstar]

Yeah, Geoff, I'll miss the chance to look through a pair of binoculars....;) :rofl:

[frogman]

shes big rains 'ere boss !

[cahullian]

Looks like it's a no go tonight fellas.
Have a great christmas and I will see you all early in the new year.

Gazz

[iceman]

Ditto gazz, see you all at Lostock!

[RB]

Cheers guys.

Thanks Froggy, have a great Christmas and a HNY.
Thanks also for having us over all year.

See you next year.

[frogman]

Any time boys, have a SAFE holiday.

[Rodstar]

Have a great Christmas everyone! Lostock, here we come....

[sejanus]

hey guys

when is the next one? when the moon goes away I presume?

I'm keen to get some darkish skies now i have my mount and camera working.

cheers

[Rodstar]

Gavin, not until after Lostock. New moon in Feb 2007 is on Sunday 18 Feb. I'd reckon there will be a gathering on 17 February.

It seems a long way off......