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Originally Posted by davidpretorius
These people are unsure if they will come. Hope they do
Thunderchild. Chris.
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Is it still Ok to come? I'll come if it's not too late.
This will be my very first time away on a star party!
I've got a few questions I hope someone can help me with (since there are now 10 pages to this thread, it's getting harder to go through everything that's been said, so I apologise if these have been covered already).
* How to get there (from Melb direction)? I can see that "Snake Valley" is just west of Ballarat, but where exactly do I go? Is there an address or a landmark I'm aiming for?
It looks like a few of you are meeting up at Ken's place - I'm not sure if that's something I should be endeavouring to do too (if that's allowed - Ken's never met me before!) or just trying to turn up at the site.
* What time's are most people getting there? I'll need to come straight from work (will leave early). I will not be able to get there mid afternoon like it sounds a lot of you are doing. What would be considered the latest time that makes sense/wouldn't be rude to get there?
* Are there any cabins left? I can bring my tent if needed, so that's no problem if they're gone. Am happy to share.
* What is everyone doing for tea Friday night? Are we bringing our own or eating together?
* What is the cost per night? Is it Ok to come for only one night?
In short, I don't know what to expect or what to bring (besides the obvious stuff - like my scope!).
Also, are there any faux pax within the astro community I should know about (like don't drive into the viewing area with highbeams blazing!
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Don't want to get off on the wrong foot by being an annoyance.
Looking forward to seeing the faces behind the names.
The forecast for Friday (for what it's worth this far out) says it will be fine and 33 - so looking good!