[ballaratdragons (Ken)]

I am going to build an Observatory (bigger than my current Micro-obs) but I am not 100% sure where to place it. I am open to suggestions.

I have chosen 3 locations on my property (3 1/2 acres) and each one is progressively better, but with progressively bigger problems.

1. 8m from my mini Obs present location: in back yard
Pros - not far to walk, still in back yard for safety from burglars, not far to run power.
Cons - trees in the way of Northern sky up to about 45 degrees. Sill close to house lights and heat of house roof.

2. 35m from present location: in first paddock
Pros - Still not far to walk. Relatively safe. almost full sky.
Cons - Power starting get a bit far away, in line with street light.

3. 130m from present location: in back paddock (fully visible from house)
Pros - Highest spot on property (top of hill), totally unhindered sky, pitch black.
Cons - Long long way for power to get too, problem of possible break-in.

I know I could set up Solar power or a generator, but all this has to be done with a budget of $Zero. The 3rd option sounds best, but power is it's drawback.