Ron I know you've thrown the doors open at your place again for this Saturday night, I figured it should get listed here asap, given the relative proximity to Astrofest in terms of both time and distance ......
Being still close to new moon, and given that there's 4 separate meteor streams all at or near maximum this Saturday as well, this could be a great night for viewing of any and all astro related objects.
All of us who have enjoyed Ron's hospitality at his Cambroon Observatory know how great a night it is, but I know there's a few new folks around in the Sunshine Coast and/or SE Qld area who may not have been along before.
I think I am only echoing Ron's own words in saying that anyone who would like to attend is welcome. You can choose to drive home afterwards or camp out, bring a swag / tent / something. (warm clothes essential, and warm bedding if staying). Ron usually fires up the wood burner around dusk so bring some snags or something to cook up for dinner.
Ron's place is just a few km's south of Kenilworth if coming via from the norht end of the Sunshine Coast, or if coming from lower end of the Coast / Caboolture / Brisbane direction travel via Landsborough and Maleny out through Conondale, etc. There is a map available (see the sticky threads at the top of the Star Party thread listings). Travel time from Bris north side would be under 2 hours (?) and it's just over an hour from my place at Caloundra.
I'm definitely in as a starter, I think my brother Don is coming, and I may even manage to get a mate of mine, and another of my relatives for the night too this time!
Anyone else????
Feel free to ask any questions if you havent been before but are interested.
(pm me if you prefer)
Have I forgotten anything Ron?
