[jl1615 (John L)]

I'm visiting Sydney the first week in April, and being from the US, I'd naturally like to do some stargazing in the southern skies. The timing is a bit off and most of the star parties are the day I leave, Saturday the 6th. I'm looking for suggestions for alternatives, anyone going out Easter weekend, places to rent a scope, places to just do some binocular viewing, etc. I'm completely free Easter Sunday and Monday (31/3 and 1/4).

My scope is an 8" dob, a wee bit unwieldy to bring on the trip, but I'm having some thoughts that I might need an ED80 with a lightweight tripod, yeah. More realistically, I'll just bring my binos.

I'm thinking of heading over to Katoomba, with its easy access by train and plenty to do during the day. A little less than ideal to wander into the biggest town in the area, I suppose.

Any suggestions are welcome,

John L