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Old 11-03-2008, 08:10 PM
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You people all sound suprised at Coona's observing conditions.
No, we don't have the opera (often), beaches, nite-clubs and beautiful night lights.
We just have our night sky and natural surrounds.
It seems to rain just enough and no more.
Coona welcomes any who wish to come.
Forget the Sea-change, try a Sky-change.
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Aloha Jeff,

Thanx for showing us around! We were amazed so much by
Coona' and the Warrumbungles!

Not only was the sky to die for..... the town, it's people and
the awesome wildlife in the area are like no where else on EARTH!

be well, Lance
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Old 11-03-2008, 10:52 PM
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I'd love to visit Coona some time soon for a spot of camping and observing with the Mary Rose. Are there any suitable camping grounds?
Yes Rod we have several.
Also some locals may be willing to put you and the Mary Rose up on their place for some observing.

Let me know when.
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Old 11-03-2008, 11:39 PM
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I'd love to visit Coona some time soon for a spot of camping and observing with the Mary Rose. Are there any suitable camping grounds?
Hi Rod,

The Warrumbungles National Park has several camping grounds including
amenities blocks at some. You need to register and pay for your camping fees
at the office within the Park. There are many areas suitable for observing
and I have observed from there over the years.

The Park was relatively empty of tourists on this most recent trip, however this
is a popular destination. On a day hike to the Grand High Tops, we had it to
ourselves and it is probably 15 years since I saw as few people on the trails.

Wildlife is in abundance and can be observed even around the camping areas
where children are always delighted to see kangaroos, koalas, emus, goannas
and a large number of bird species. As usual, avoid feeding them and you definitely
need to secure your food and do not leave any unwashed pots out as animals will
get to both.

The Park has a large variety of walks to suit all individuals from the frighteningly
energetic to the meandering sloth.

Lightning storms are not uncommon so mend those holes in the tent's fly and
floor before leaving home.

Coona is only a short distance away and is serviced by a new Coles
Supermarket and a large variety of other shops. There are also several motels
in town if one needs a break from the camping.

Best Regards

Gary
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Old 11-03-2008, 11:45 PM
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Hi Jeff

You very lucky man! You live on a little piece of heaven called Coona!

Cheers Petra
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