Central Coast March 2008 - Page 3

iceman (Mike) · #41 06-03-2008, 12:03 PM

I'm all rested.. 2 nights in a row of clouds

Inmykombi (Geoff) · #42 06-03-2008, 07:50 PM

Comon Andrew, remember we have to set up the MEADE Scopes side by side to get that " whirring " sound in Stereo....

I will be there as early as I can so I can help you set her up. I'll even eat extra weet-bix to be ready for the lift....

Coffe should be ground again...

Geoffro..

Rainsey · #43 06-03-2008, 08:29 PM

Hey guys,

Just joined the forum, what is the go with the nights that you go out? Am currently telescopless (if that is a word) but keen to learn. Can anyone roll up?

Cheers
Rainsey

Inmykombi (Geoff) · #44 06-03-2008, 08:52 PM

Welcome Rainsey,

It doesnt matter if you dont have a scope at present.

If you want to just turn up and meet everyone you are welcome.

There should be plenty of scopes to see on the night.

Here is a link to the map for directions.

http://www.iceinspace.com.au/forum/s...ad.php?t=26142

cheers.

Geoffro

Rainsey · #45 06-03-2008, 10:25 PM

Geoffro,

Cool and thanks for the reply. Quite ironic... My primary interest to date has been lunar photography as it is somthing I can do without a scope hence I am hanging out for the full moons.

You chaps on the other hand are sweating on a new moon. I will get to see how the other half lives. May see you there on Saturday.

What is the general best practice. Rolling up before sun set... no head lights in the car park?? Do not want to get off side before I start!!!

Cheers

Rainsey

cahullian · #46 06-03-2008, 10:51 PM

Don't worry about the lights Rainsey as Mike (Iceman) drives around with high beam all the time, even during the day.

Gazz

gmbfilter (Geoff) · #47 07-03-2008, 07:24 AM

Bugger, can't it. Hope Geoffs and others have a good night

iceman (Mike) · #48 07-03-2008, 07:52 AM

lol Gazz!

Is anyone from Newcastle area coming down? H0ughy has something that I'd love to borrow (GPUSB adapter) - was hoping someone could pick it up from him and bring it down?

Gazz, Richard or anyone else from Newcastle area?

Rodstar (Rod) · #49 07-03-2008, 02:18 PM

I am planning to set up a little earlier than usual, maybe as early as 6pm if the Pony Club is unlocked by then, so that I can get the mirror cooling early.

How early will the gates be open Mr Wise Owl?

GTB_an_Owl (Geoff) · #50 07-03-2008, 02:45 PM

any time you want to go get the key Rod

at this stage of my plans i would be looking at anywhere between 6 and 7pm for me to get there Rod

maybe geoffro has plans of getting there earlier ?

geoff

Rodstar (Rod) · #51 07-03-2008, 05:46 PM

Geoff, I would prefer to have someone around when I unload the Mary Rose, so I might come a little later, then, to make sure I have someone to help. 7pm is OK.

(Now that was a handy excuse, wasn't it

)

cahullian · #52 07-03-2008, 05:52 PM

I will be there Mike. I can up pick whatever you want. Just Give Dave a call and let him Know I will be by about 6pm tomorrow.
I have never been to the pony club. Is it easy to find?

Gazz

iceman (Mike) · #53 07-03-2008, 07:41 PM

Not to worry Gazz, I got mine working again.

Read the thread for the instructions - very easy to find.

Look forward to catching up!

I'll be bringing my friend Derek again.

GTB_an_Owl (Geoff) · #54 07-03-2008, 07:45 PM

just follow the crowd shouting "where are the Hedgehogs" Gazz

we do have a room out the back (and running water for the clean-up) for the preparation of the little beasties Gazz

there is a map somewhere here

geoff

GTB_an_Owl (Geoff) · #55 07-03-2008, 07:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rodstar

Geoff, I would prefer to have someone around when I unload the Mary Rose, so I might come a little later, then, to make sure I have someone to help. 7pm is OK.

(Now that was a handy excuse, wasn't it

)

i expect nothing less from our resident Lawyer Rod

geoff

Inmykombi (Geoff) · #56 07-03-2008, 08:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GTB_an_Owl

just follow the crowd shouting "where are the Hedgehogs" Gazz

we do have a room out the back (and running water for the clean-up) for the preparation of the little beasties Gazz

there is a map somewhere here

geoff

___________________________________ _______________________________

I am almost convinced these Hedgehogs are a Local Myth.

I am expecting to see a Tasmanian Tiger or a Panther on the Mountain before I see one of these Hedgehogs.

Deeno · #57 07-03-2008, 08:13 PM

Charging batteries as I type.
Planning to pack the car in the morning to be there well before dark, as soon as we lose cricket.........

Can provide muscle for extended views through 20" dob

Deeno

GTB_an_Owl (Geoff) · #58 07-03-2008, 08:56 PM

don't forget to go to the cigar shop between overs Deeno - drinks or whatever

and now Geoffro - if we can get you over your fear of these "harmless" little hedgehogs - you will have no trouble with the dogs over the road when you are closing the gates when we leave

geoff

Inmykombi (Geoff) · #59 07-03-2008, 09:25 PM

I have no desire to repeat the experience that I had last time I visited the Mountain....when locking up....

My foot will be firmly planted on the accelerator to make sure I am gone before those "Hounds" come out of the dark again.

Inmykombi (Geoff) · #60 08-03-2008, 12:30 PM

According to the weather checks on a few sites. The night is shaping up to be a beauty.

I should be there around 7 pm.

UPDATE>>>> why oh why are clouds appearing.... I remain hopeful.

Geoffro.