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Originally Posted by Sgtfretsurfer
yeh, golden grove observatory is used for group outings by AGWA, and also for an astronomy course called starry nights. Iv seen people there many times (usually on a Saturday), and they have always been welcoming and helpful. However, more often than not, i find myself there alone.
As far as the darkness is concerned, compared to my home in the heart of suburbia, the stars that i can see out there are awe inspiring! (WadeH, you are so lucky to live in chittering valley. Some of the properties look amazing, and i dont think anyone could complain with a night time view like that from your backyard! <sigh> one powerball) Having said that, someone from AGWA told me that your able to see about 60% of the nights sky from chittering, and up to 80% from toodyay.
i guess im just looking to expand my horizons.....
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I spent New Years Eve there in 2005/6 It's not to bad for observing
but not as good as Cambroon
There was a good group of people there , only three or four experianced observers , but the remaining group of observers showed plenty of keeness
One of the people who work at the BT&OW will remember me as that guy from Queensland
I hope to get back next year, and catch up with more iceinspaces