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Old 03-07-2015, 06:27 PM
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Star Party In Gingin WA

Title: Star party in Gingin, WA

Hi everyone, this is Sara!

I live on a farm in Gingin and would like to invite Iceinspace members over for a star party on the night of Saturday 18th of July (two days after the new moon).

We have open paddocks with good views and minimal light pollution. I'm just getting into the hobby and would love to meet some of my fellow skygazers and have a look through some good telescopes!

Please private message me to RSVP and for the address.

In the event that the weather is bad, I'll call the event off and let you know via this thread!

We have a BBQ available. Be sure to bring warm clothing too its hell freezing out these parts at night. Bathrooms on site will be available

Hope to see you soon!
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Old 03-07-2015, 07:48 PM
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Cool! I'll message you!
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Old 06-07-2015, 02:35 PM
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Im busy that night but would of loved to come. Next time...
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Old 12-07-2015, 07:31 PM
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I would love t come as well but sadly we have made other plans for that night , the weather looks like it will be great ,,, next time for sure Sara .
Brian.
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Old 13-07-2015, 12:37 AM
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Have you had any interest? If I can steal the work car that night I'd love to come up, but it might be awkward if its just us. I only have a ****ty telescope we could look through.
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Old 13-07-2015, 12:55 PM
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Im keen to come up there with the 10 inch newt and an Ed80 and as many eyepieces as i can find.
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Old 13-07-2015, 07:49 PM
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Hiya Guys

Ben that would be awesome to bring your 10' Scope and eyepieces it would be something new for me too look through as I only have a 6" im using which is cool still. Sam there are 4-5 people coming plus my uncle and my aunt will be on the property with me as they are excited at the opportunity to meet new people and host them on the property. As for the weather forecast for the 18th it could look a bit dicey but I will keep people up to date and announce cancellation at midday on the 18th. Please private message me for location and details
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Old 13-07-2015, 08:45 PM
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Hi Sarah,
I'm flying out Friday night, but would definitely bring my scope along if you decide to do this again. Not a bad spot light pollution wise!
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Old 13-07-2015, 11:07 PM
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Hi Sarah,
I'm flying out Friday night, but would definitely bring my scope along if you decide to do this again. Not a bad spot light pollution wise!
Cheers,
Andrew.
Thank you for replying to My Star-party event. I will definitely run another one as this one is a first time event. Light pollution is not a problem here and its my uncle and aunties farm who supports my passion. A large shed is available to with a BBQ away from the designated area portable toilets are available on site.
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Old 13-07-2015, 11:30 PM
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Hi all

In the distances are only 2 big sheds and white sand patches. This is the area that has been put aside for viewing events. The large shed is behind me and Toilets will be to the left of the photo
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Old 16-07-2015, 10:09 PM
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If the sky is clear I'll be there with an 8" Dobsonian and a parallelogram mounted binocular + refractor.

But I can't say the latest forecast looks promising. It says it will cloud over on Friday and probably rain all weekend in GinGin.
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Old 16-07-2015, 11:13 PM
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If the sky is clear I'll be there with an 8" Dobsonian and a parallelogram mounted binocular + refractor.

But I can't say the latest forecast looks promising. It says it will cloud over on Friday and probably rain all weekend in GinGin.
This is the latest forcast for Gingin on Saturday. http://prntscr.com/7tdbt9 so ill call it on Friday afternoon
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Old 17-07-2015, 02:32 PM
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Hiya Guys

Thank you to everyone who have shown interest in joining us on my first Starparty. Due to the weather closing in on us this weekend I am having to shift the date to the 15th August 2015. (Weather Permitting of course) Please mark this date on your calendar. If you are interested in joining us please let us know and I can send you location and added information. For those who have replied already I have forward directions map and housekeeping information to your guys already. I would like to thank Mokusatsu for his encouragement in putting on a starparty and his guidance and advice. also Brax for pointing out finer details needed when hosting guests on the farm and Scott for investing his time and effort in getting me to the point of getting more involved in my passion. Thanks to my Uncle and Aunty for allowing us free access to the property and facilities. Also Thanks to Iceinspace for providing the platform for such an exciting gathering.

PS Don't mind our 3 cats they are just nosy and want to know who is visiting their backyard .

Sara
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Old 17-07-2015, 10:32 PM
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Thanks for that Sara , we will pencil in the 15th , hope the weather is better , its really closed in for this weekend for sure .
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Hiya Guys

Thank you to everyone who have shown interest in joining us on my first Starparty. Due to the weather closing in on us this weekend I am having to shift the date to the 15th August 2015. (Weather Permitting of course) Please mark this date on your calendar. If you are interested in joining us please let us know and I can send you location and added information. For those who have replied already I have forward directions map and housekeeping information to your guys already. I would like to thank Mokusatsu for his encouragement in putting on a starparty and his guidance and advice. also Brax for pointing out finer details needed when hosting guests on the farm and Scott for investing his time and effort in getting me to the point of getting more involved in my passion. Thanks to my Uncle and Aunty for allowing us free access to the property and facilities. Also Thanks to Iceinspace for providing the platform for such an exciting gathering.

PS Don't mind our 3 cats they are just nosy and want to know who is visiting their backyard .

Sara
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Old 18-07-2015, 02:18 AM
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Thank you brian I am hoping for nice stargazing weather too for the 15th. We are looking forward to meeting you and fellow stargazers on the day.
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Old 21-07-2015, 12:34 AM
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Hi Sara,

I'm interested in the night on the 15th, however at this point I'm not 100% sure that I can make it as I will be in the process of moving house. I can let you know closer to the date. I will definitely be interested in any future nights that may occur

cheers, Sean
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Old 21-07-2015, 03:16 AM
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Hi Sara,

I'm interested in the night on the 15th, however at this point I'm not 100% sure that I can make it as I will be in the process of moving house. I can let you know closer to the date. I will definitely be interested in any future nights that may occur

cheers, Sean
Thank you for replying. It would be great to see you there weather permitting. Inbox me when you are sure you wish to join us and ill send you details
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Old 10-08-2015, 12:11 AM
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Star Party Is On

Hiya Guys.

I have looked at the forecast for next weekend and it looks awesome. So the Star Party is still on for the 15th August 2015. As the the 15th draws closer I will keep everyone updated. If you are still interested then let us know.
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Old 12-08-2015, 02:19 AM
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Star Party Update

Hi Guys.

I have been keeping an eagle eye on the weather forecast and it shows clouds building on Saturday and rain for Sunday. I am considering Friday as an alternative as it will be fine. I will review this on Thursday so watch this space.
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Old 12-08-2015, 02:45 AM
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No point having it when there are clouds!

I can make Friday. It's not as convenient, but do-able.
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