Well what can I say, my first gathering and it was fantastic!!
A big thankyou to all of those who helped Christina and I fit in during the night. Thankyou very much Iceman for collimating my scope, never did I think the sky could look quite so good through it! And then trialling your Pentax 7mm XW on saturn...
Everybody was very helpful in suggesting ways in which I can (and will) upgrade my dob. From Stubby holders to dew heaters to $400 eyepieces, the list is substantial I assure you... I think my bank ballance just joined Jenny Craig.
I had a lot of fun hunting down the jewel box, tarantula and other targets during the night
It was an absolute treat looking through the 18" obsession, thankyou John for taking me on a tour of the heavens, i want one!!...I now have a reason to work overtime! And the views through the 12" binos were breathtaking!
All in all we had a brilliant night, the people were fantastic and I can't wait to see you all next time!
cheers
Michael