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Old 12-11-2009, 05:20 PM
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I've gone from being one of the "core" group to an outsider that many of the "new" regulars wouldn't know from a bar of soap.
Mate, don't worry about not being recognised. We'll have an effigy of you erected at the front gate so new members will be able to look admiringly at your edifice and be reminded of the 'good old days' when Ron and Steve were around. I was thinking that perhaps an image of you and Ron rather like that one of Wally Lewis and Alfie Langer that is at Suncorp Stadium (Laing Park to most of us). What do you think? It'd be worth changing your roster to avoid wouldn't it?
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Old 14-11-2009, 11:11 PM
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so who will be up to the challenge of teaching me drift align? i haven't done it for so long Ive forgot.
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Old 14-11-2009, 11:49 PM
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I'll give you a hand on Saturday night if you're not up and running by then Les..
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Old 17-11-2009, 12:26 PM
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G'day everyone. Looks like the weather will hold for us. Fingers crossed.

The seeing may not be too good until it cools off a bit later in the night but there will be a bit of moon about until about 10.00 p.m. anyway.
Bring plenty of cool libations. I suspect it will be important to be well hydrated!!
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Old 17-11-2009, 12:39 PM
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'fraid I'm going to have to pike this Saturday night unfortunately. You'll have to take the reins for K3 drift aligning Alex
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Old 17-11-2009, 01:25 PM
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thats a shame paul, i'll do the rounds with my toucam and laptop and sort everyone out who needs a hand..
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Old 17-11-2009, 06:04 PM
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'fraid I'm going to have to pike this Saturday night unfortunately. You'll have to take the reins for K3 drift aligning Alex
Sorry to hear that Paul. We'll try again in December if there is any interest.
Meanwhile, we'll press on with November's date and hope for the b est.

Stay tuned.
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Old 17-11-2009, 06:51 PM
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Peter - I should have a camera by December, so I'll be coming along with the whole setup in tow..

This weekend I'll just come up, me + laptop + toucam.. I'll drift align anyone in need of assistance, after that I'll just look on while others image away... Always good fun!
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Old 17-11-2009, 06:53 PM
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If I make it this Saturday, I'll bring along the Gstar for you to play with Alex.
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Old 17-11-2009, 10:30 PM
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There's a new Doctor Who floating around jjj.
Aired on the BBC last sunday night.
I'll see if I can snag it
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Old 18-11-2009, 01:19 AM
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Hi Guys,

This will be my first ever dark night (new to astronomy ) and I would also appreciate any help with Polar/ Drift alignment. Alex, I would be honoured if you imparted any wisdom in this regard.

I have been following this thread closly and am very excited. Can't wait for the weekend.

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Old 18-11-2009, 11:42 AM
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The December new moon is on the 16th - a Wednesday. What would suit people best, the previous or the following Saturday? (That's a choice between the 12th and the 19th December.) Majority will prevail.
My own preference at this stage is for the 19th.


This Saturday is still looking OK. Skippy Sky'f forecast 84 hours out is, remarkably alright. See:
http://www.skippysky.com.au/Australia/


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Old 18-11-2009, 11:36 PM
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I am aiming to make it, quick question though. Any chance of 240v power for the laptop. Mount can run off 12v for the night.
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There's plenty of power Mick.
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Old 19-11-2009, 04:49 AM
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And if the 240 Ac supply runs short, there's usually plenty of methane about. Peter
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Old 19-11-2009, 02:41 PM
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Hi All,

Is it too late to put my name down??

I know I haven't shown my face for awhile

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Old 19-11-2009, 05:56 PM
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hi. is it ok to come firday night too?
also does anyone know where i could get a power supply for a slr camera?
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Old 19-11-2009, 06:54 PM
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I'm a 0% for 12th, 50% for the 19th - so my vote is 19th

Thanks Peter

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The December new moon is on the 16th - a Wednesday. What would suit people best, the previous or the following Saturday? (That's a choice between the 12th and the 19th December.) Majority will prevail.
My own preference at this stage is for the 19th.


This Saturday is still looking OK. Skippy Sky'f forecast 84 hours out is, remarkably alright. See:
http://www.skippysky.com.au/Australia/


Peter
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Old 19-11-2009, 07:30 PM
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does anyone know where i could get a power supply for a slr camera?
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What sort of camera?
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Old 19-11-2009, 07:31 PM
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Hi Chris (and Barabas). Always welcome.
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