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Well folks, it's raining BUT the forecast is for it to clear early tomorrow. So we may just end up with one of those spectacular nights when the dust has been rained out of the air and you can see the neon sign outside the restaurant at the end of the proverbial universe.
So, keep the faith and be here tomorrow - just in case.
The latest on the state of the access track is:
TAKE THE GRASS TRACK.
DETAILS:
At the front gate, the grass track goes off to the right. Light vehicles will have no trouble here but as with all soggy ground, the trick is to keep moving, don't stop and try not to spin your wheels. There is only one difficult spot that is quite close to the front gate and you'll see it. If in doubt, use the treack that goes straight ahead. It is a bit grassed over and also has a sloppy patch or two but is solid enough. The two teacks meet up a couple of hundred hards in from the gate and head east.
After aout 500 metres or so, you'll see that the track splits with a grassy track going off to the left through the trees with the earth track more or less going forward. In view of today's rain, the grass track is the preferred path for all vehicles. It has no really boggy spots but does have a few small potholes. So keep moving, watch for the potholes and keep a slow but steady pace.
As much as the rain is proving to be a nuisance, it has also been a blessing so we are not complaining.
For those wondering about accommodation, we have a large 3-bay shed next to the observatory with basic kitchen facilkities, BBQ, kettle, toaster, coffee and tea-making facilities. TV/DVD also and a gas BBQ.
Plenty of room for folding cots and the like.
Plenty of power points also. Toilet facilties are at the main house a 200 yard walk from the observatory although, gentlem,en, there are plenty of stops along the way for the simple and obvious answer to nature's call.
Ladies may need to more usual facilities of the house.
Observing sites abound. Try to get here in daylight.
Peter
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