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Allan_L
18-08-2017, 05:59 PM
Joanne says I need an Astronomy camping holiday break...??? :confused2:
OK
So in the interests of preserving my marriage, I am thinking, 3 or so nights at Bretti next week, from Wednesday 23 August.?
BUT ... Seeking like minded companions!
Anyone??? :hi:

GTB_an_Owl
18-08-2017, 09:59 PM
probably not me

tuesday pick up new glasses
wednesday nite tennis
saturday nite a birthday party to go to

but gee i would love to - 7Timer not looking good either

geoff

Allan_L
19-08-2017, 12:51 PM
yeah, Geoff, I have to agree - latest forecast is a bit disappointing.
possible cloud and chance of periodic drizzle
a few likely starters have indicated warmer weather would be preferred.
I saw today a prediction of Snow for the Barringtons.
So, maybe next month.

GTB_an_Owl
04-09-2017, 12:45 PM
what we doing this month?

geoff

Shano592
04-09-2017, 01:22 PM
I may be able to get as far out as Bretti this month.

PC as always is a backup location.

Fizics
04-09-2017, 07:18 PM
Wednesday 20th September is new moon. I would be interested in Tuesday to Friday.

Shano592
05-09-2017, 11:32 AM
Mine would just be an overnighter, if I can escape.

Still renovating the house, and setting up a new eCommerce site at work.

Inmykombi
08-09-2017, 03:21 PM
I would love to get away again, I will try to swing work so I can go between tues 19th till the friday 22nd....
Fingers and toes crossed.

Allan_L
11-09-2017, 02:55 PM
Trying to reschedule my dentist appointment from next Thursday (21st)
but I have been waiting 10 weeks to get in for this one so ... ? :shrug:

Allan_L
12-09-2017, 04:32 PM
Well...
The bad news is: my mouth and jaw are a bit sore;
The good news is: I am free for next week. :)

Inmykombi
12-09-2017, 08:52 PM
You wont believe this Alan, but I broke a piece off one of my back teeth with an Olive seed.
I also need to go to the dentist next week now.
What a bummer. This tooth has been a lot of trouble over the years and I would love to get rid of it.

Maybe next week is out for me now.

GTB_an_Owl
12-09-2017, 09:02 PM
which means?

geoff

Shano592
13-09-2017, 12:21 PM
Isn't there an ad on TV about this? Weren't you paying attention to the ads?

This is why I don't eat olives. Apart from the fact I don't like them..

Sounds painful, Geoff.

Inmykombi
15-09-2017, 05:16 PM
Another problem I have which means a No Go for me, is that my van has put itself into a LIMP MODE. It has a problem with the exhaust gas re-circulation system or some rubbish. Which will be about $1300.00 for the replacement of a valve I am told.
It is booked in for Wednesday and it may be there for Thursday as well.
Most of my jobs were pushed back due to this issue.
The dentist bill will also be something I don't need at present.
Sorry Folks.
I just cannot win at present.

Inmykombi
15-09-2017, 05:17 PM
Not too painful Shane, just a nagging constant pain.

GTB_an_Owl
15-09-2017, 10:14 PM
you need a vehicle for a couple of days Geoff ?

i probably can't go either
wife has a broken bone in her foot - who knows what will come along with doctors etc

geoff

Inmykombi
16-09-2017, 10:54 AM
No thanks Geoff, I can borrow Karen's car for work stuff if I need to.

I can still drive it in LIMP mode but it has no power and does not like hills at all....Back to 1st gear on hills.

Thx anyway buddy.

PS Hope Lyns foot heals quickly.

Inmykombi
16-09-2017, 10:55 AM
I dont get to watch much TV, we may watch a series for a while sometimes.
So I missed and add about teeth or whatever it was.

Cheers buddy.

Shano592
16-09-2017, 11:47 AM
Wow, it seems like everybody's in the wars lately.

Anyway, may your day be better than Cassini's !

Allan_L
16-09-2017, 04:50 PM
:lol::rofl:

Well said.
However, after making the effort to fit in with Geoff's timetable, well, I am still packing for this trip.
Tuesday arvo until Friday.
School holidays commence Friday 22, so I reckon I'll be out of there by lunchtime Friday.
:shrug: Call me anti-social. :shrug:

Inmykombi
17-09-2017, 12:51 PM
Strike 3 and I am out. Just did my back in.... Working on Saturday trying to get through the work backlog. ( now hunched over like the old man that I am becoming )....
So Sorry to all who said they were fitting in with my timetable....

Geoffro.

Allan_L
18-09-2017, 07:29 AM
Sorry to hear that Geoff.
Hope you (and your red wagon) are back to full strength soon.

As for me, I am still planning on a Tuesday to Friday camp.
Locked and loaded.

glend
18-09-2017, 09:10 AM
The weather forecast is looking great for you Allan, and John, Shane, and others. Wish i could come. Have fun.
Glen

Shano592
18-09-2017, 10:04 AM
Wish I could too.

This work thing is getting bothersome. Always in the way of my entertainment.

I hope that those who venture up have an excellent time of it.

GTB_an_Owl
18-09-2017, 04:52 PM
ok

change of plans
things medical wise not as bad as first thought

I HAVE A LEAVE PASS AGAIN

mostly packed - just a few things in the morning

see you some time after lunch Al

geoff

Fizics
18-09-2017, 08:24 PM
Will try to get there for Wednesday night.

Allan_L
19-09-2017, 11:21 AM
I am leaving after lunch.
aiming for a 4:00 arrival

GTB_an_Owl
23-09-2017, 08:47 PM
what a great 4 days for the 3 amigo's

geoff

Allan_L
24-09-2017, 07:58 AM
Absolutely fantastic 4 day (night) event.
Beautiful dark skies every night
Very little dew if any.
Learnt a lot about Argo Navis (what a great system :) )
Great company (thanks Geoff and Jakob)

It was perfect (until supplies ran dry)

Already talking about October new moon.
:thanx:

Rick Petrie
24-09-2017, 05:55 PM
Sounds fabulous guys. Wish I could have been there. :thumbsup:
One day soon we might get a break????

Inmykombi
28-09-2017, 08:46 AM
Sorry I missed it Gents. Sounds like it was a great trip with the dark sky and no dew.
Van now back on the road, but the back is still very sore and I am having time off work. Chipped tooth ended up being a cracked tooth. $1700.00 later for a Crown, I can chew on it again.
I wont make the next one in October either, Karen and I are celebrating 30 yrs marriage this year and going away for a holiday.

Shano592
29-09-2017, 10:54 AM
Congratulations, Geoff! Have a nice time away.

Nothing worse than tooth pain, I can attest. I have had wisdom teeth feel like they are drilling into my brain, and I have had one of my incisors busted apart playing basketball. Even a snapped ankle didn't hurt as much.

I think for the next 3 months, I am chained to the local area. Work is about to ramp up, so if I can get away at all it will be a bonus.

Inmykombi
03-10-2017, 10:00 PM
Thx for the good wishes shane. I'll get away camping again eventually I hope.

Shano592
04-10-2017, 09:27 AM
Failing that, you may need to sort out a grab & go scope, and a comfortable recliner, from which to use it!

glend
04-10-2017, 09:41 AM
Geoff, i think this rig would be ideal for Bretti, and just add a cup holder for the Port:

https://stargazerslounge.com/gallery/album/2187-norms-goto-binocular-chair/

I was amazed at what a search for "binocular chair" turns up, but it has to be GOTO and there are not many of those. Looks like it would fit in your van.

Allan_L
04-10-2017, 11:44 AM
Just going through some old Photo Challenge Hall of Fame shots...

How times have changed... :lol:





vs

September 2017 Bretti camp

Shano592
04-10-2017, 12:31 PM
Positive Evolution!

GTB_an_Owl
04-10-2017, 03:09 PM
Tarp master
:lol:


geoff

GTB_an_Owl
04-10-2017, 03:11 PM
$50/$80 worth of new tarps every trip :thumbsup:

geoff

Rick Petrie
05-10-2017, 09:54 AM
Must be happy in retirement these days. More time on his hands to think about symmetry. LOL.:thumbsup:

GTB_an_Owl
05-10-2017, 02:32 PM
me or Allan?



geoff

Rick Petrie
05-10-2017, 04:30 PM
Didn't think of that Geoff. Both of you I guess.?????:thumbsup:

Allan_L
09-10-2017, 12:08 PM
September at Bretti was a blast.
Next New Moon is next Friday (20th October).
Weather predictions not in yet.
School holidays are finished.
My calendar indicates I am free from Tuesday to the Friday inclusive.
May be last opportunity before it gets too hot (for camping).
Any suggestions / discussion points?

GTB_an_Owl
09-10-2017, 09:39 PM
will start working on the minister for finance

early in the week might be a bit wet according to 7Timer

geoff

Shano592
10-10-2017, 11:51 AM
I can't do it. Work is already ramping up.

I will probably just open the Pony Club gates on either the Friday or Saturday night of the 20th/21st.

Allan_L
13-10-2017, 01:18 PM
Jakob, Geoff,

Which one of you said they would like me to forward the email from DSO Browser about Personalized Observing List Suggestions for New Moon.

Please PM me your email address if you would like a forward.

Or anyone else for that matter.

GTB_an_Owl
13-10-2017, 03:58 PM
not I

geoff

GTB_an_Owl
14-10-2017, 11:42 AM
do we bother to pack gentlemen?

Allan_L
14-10-2017, 04:48 PM
still considering options.
hopefull

multiweb
14-10-2017, 04:53 PM
Gotta be in to win it. :windy:

Allan_L
15-10-2017, 09:24 AM
sadly, :(
I think you are right Glen.
It seems to be widespread effecting all of our usual haunts.

glend
15-10-2017, 10:12 AM
Sorry Allan and others, i deleted my weather comment about the same time Allan posted. I figured if i wasn't sure i could go then i should not comment.

Hopefully the forecast changes, regardless of what were doing.

GTB_an_Owl
15-10-2017, 04:20 PM
7Timer saying it might at least be a camping trip - with the possibility of some seeing Wed/Thur

i think i have a leave pass

geoff

Allan_L
16-10-2017, 07:00 AM
Hmmm! ... Why Not :shrug::question: :thumbsup:

GTB_an_Owl
16-10-2017, 11:14 AM
maybe down to seeing on Thur only

still interested ?

no guarantee forecast is correct of course

geoff

GTB_an_Owl
16-10-2017, 02:19 PM
how many starters do we have?


geoff

Allan_L
16-10-2017, 04:35 PM
Let me start the Sound-off!!!
...one !
......

GTB_an_Owl
16-10-2017, 07:54 PM
two


geoff

Allan_L
17-10-2017, 11:33 AM
I guess two has it.

Leaving about 1pm

See you up there around 4:30pm (or stopping at Gloucester Woolies about 3:30)

GTB_an_Owl
17-10-2017, 12:17 PM
leaving in about 10 minutes

geoff

malau
19-10-2017, 10:25 AM
There will be a meteorite shower this wkend just see anyone will go although the weather seems no good

multiweb
19-10-2017, 10:31 AM
In Sydney unlikely at this stage unfortunately. Depends how fast that front will go through. Maybe lucky. Not too far SW of Sydney stands a much better chance IMHO.

Allan_L
21-10-2017, 12:31 AM
Who would believe weather forecasters.!?!
Despite advice ...
Days were great for camping. I think I got sun-burnt.
Nights were great for star-gazing.
Glad I took the scope!
Who'd have thought it!
Another successful Bretti camp.
sorry no one else could make it.
thanks to Geoff for the company.

GTB_an_Owl
21-10-2017, 01:51 AM
yep............great 3 days away again
plenty of sun for the solar panels and not many clouds to detract from the nite viewing
12 meteors count thursday nite
sorry Geoff - not one satellite sited over the whole three nites
actual weather did not match forecasts until today - early shower then rain after lunch
rained constantly the whole 230 ks home
glad we decided not to stay an extra day

geoff