Help needed on Central Coast Tues 21st Sept.

[Inmykombi]

Hi everyone.

I am hoping I can get some help from one or two IIS members that could bring their scopes to show 150 Kids the night sky on the Coast here in September.
Every Year I get involved with a Kids camp called G.A.T.S. ( Gifted and Talented Students ) camp.
The camp is near Summerland Point on the Northern end of the Central Coast. It usually start when it gets dark enough to see the stars and goes for about 2 hrs or so.

Basically we need about 2-3 scopes set up so the kids can split up and see a variety of opbjects through a few scopes.
My scope will be one....so 2 others would be great.

There is usually an Astrophysicist on site to give a talk for the kids also.
Its usually a rewarding night for those who enjoy showing others the night sky.
All we need to do is co-ordinate with Each other and the Astrophysicist as to what to show the kids. That way it will compliment the talk that is given.

If you are interested, please let me know via this thread, or pm me for my phone number.

Cheers:D

[Allan_L]

Sounds great Geoff.
Count me in (do you want the CPC1100, or the SE4?)

That will be just 2 days before FULL Moon, so I don't expect to be showing too many Faint Fuzzies!

I will be going away on a trip North the next day, but I shouldn't think that will stop me.

[Arthur Alchin]

see next entry geoff

[Arthur Alchin]

I'm on hols can probably say yes (going away shortly after so will let you know as it gets closer)

[Rick Petrie]

Have been the last two times as you know Geoff and should be able to help out again as long as I don't drop anything on my foot again meantime.!!!!:P
;);)know what I mean.:lol:

[Inmykombi]

Thanks Allan,Arthur and Rick.

Its OK Arthur, I think Allan and Rick and myself should be OK.
That will give us three scopes and possibly one from the visiting Astrophysicist.
But if you could make it let me know. 4 scopes would be great.

I will be taking my LX200 and Al, if you could bring the CPC that would be great, but the SE4 would be OK with the Moon as well I feel.

I expect Rick will bring the Dob, or even the 6 inch Newt. would be great too.

Thanks for the support, I'll let you know the details soon.:D

[Amunous]

im still waiting on my argo navis.. if i have it by then ill be glad to come along as well.. wont be much help if im bumbling around with charts and trying to find things...

ill keep you posted..

[Rick Petrie]

Hi Michael
You probably won't need an Argo on these nights as each one of us generally focuses on one or two different objects for all the kids to look through.
However it best to check with Geoffro as this format may change.
Cheers and thanks for your offer but, as I said, best to check with Geoff when closer to the night.
Cheers

[Inmykombi]

Thanks for your interest Michael.

Rick is correct, we usually pick a few bright objects to show the kids, like the Jewel Box, planets, Moon if its visible and a double star or two.

You wont need an Argo to find the stuff. We will help you select a few objects.

Let me know if you can make it.
We need about 3-4 people, so we may have enough already, but if someone pulls out it would be great to have you along.

Cheers.

GFeoffro.

[DRCORTEX]

Sorry I didn't see that thread before, I'd have been happy to helpout, and even had an unused Argo Navis I could have supplied, long as you had the correct encoders to go with it.

Let me know if something like this comes up again. Glad to help a community cause.

Cheers
DOC

[Inmykombi]

Cheers Doc, I think I have enough help now.Thx for the offer.
I will post again next year, as I do this every year for the kids in conjunction with a local observatory.



Geoffro

[Allan_L]

Did I miss something?
Correct me if I am wrong, but the "21st of September" hasn't actually happened yet. Right?

[Rick Petrie]

Allan, I think the good doctor is only talking in past tense. But it sounds like it's passed doesn't it?:shrug:

[Inmykombi]

Hi again,
It looks like the set-up of the scopes should be about 5.30 to 6.00 PM. Ready for the influx after that.

I will confirm with Koolang Observatory ( who is running the show ) that we have about 3-4 scopes for the night.

Thanks to all those that offered help.

The site is in Gwandalan. ( near Summerland Point )

I will PM those that are coming with the details of how to get there.

Cheers to all.

[Inmykombi]

Hello again,

Can I get a roll call please so I can confirm who is coming so I can let the Organisers know.

Cheers.

[Rick Petrie]

Yo

[Allan_L]

here

[Inmykombi]

That makes three of us....:thumbsup:


Larry
Curly.....and...
Moe

:lol:


All we need now is Shemp to come along.

[Rick Petrie]

Yukukukukuk......Nyaaaaaaa!!!!!:rof l:

[Arthur Alchin]

Just to upset the threesome i will be free Geoff if you can give me a time and an address, will bring the Schmidt newtonian (your favorite) and the binoculars.

Anything else?

[RB]

Wish I had the time to come along and help out. :(
I could've come along as Groucho, complete with cigar (well maybe not). :lol:

Good luck with it guys.

:thumbsup:

[Inmykombi]

Well there we have it...........Shemp....LOL.

Thx Arthur, The Shmidt Newt. should be great. Binos good too.

I sent you a PM with the details Arthur....

See you all there.


PS. Thx RB maybe next time if you can make it. Its every year at the same place.
Catch up with you soon I hope Groucho....

Geoffro

[RB]

We'll be mixing cocktails and Horsefeathers at IISAC in no time.......:evil:

[Amunous]

if you need another let me know im on hols atm so i can make it with carly.

[Rick Petrie]

Now that sounds cool RB....cocktails at the cockpit, and have pony will fly.:P:P:P:P:P and the stogies will be SMOKIIIIIN'''''''';)

[Inmykombi]

Thx Michael and Carly,
I think 4 scopes is enough. Thx for the offer anyway. I'll keep you in mind for next year .

Rgds.

Geoffro.

[Allan_L]

I prefer "the Four Amigos"
:nerd: :prey: :innocent: ;)

[Inmykombi]

I'll have my mobile phone on me all day tomorrow if needed.

Hope the weather is kind to us....

[Allan_L]

Looks Brilliant so far !
(But that moon was Bright last night!)


Geoff, I am wondering, Should I bring the Van?
We four Amigos could all use it as a mini clubhouse (boil kettle, heat food, sit around and chat). Or are there better facilities on offer by the Camp?
Is there POWER available?


See you there around 5.

[Inmykombi]

Sorry I was too late to read your post Allan.
Thx to all thoise who turned up and watched as the weather changed as soon as we got set-up.

Oh well there is always next time I guess.


Geoffro