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h0ughy (David) · #41 15-03-2006, 04:32 PM

I will be there thursday, and if I can I will try to camp on some level ground so not to put my back out too much. Where that will be I have no idea.

stringscope (Ian) · #42 16-03-2006, 08:46 PM

Martin and I will be there Thursday afternoon. WRT space requirements, we will have a medium size "pop top" camping trailer.

If possible, it would be great to camp as group.

RB (Andrew) · #43 22-03-2006, 09:31 PM

Looks like I will make it to the SPSP after all.

Rod get the Henscke Cab Sav ready mate.

Quote:

Originally Posted by gary

For those of you who missed out in winning an Argo Navis at the IceInSpace
AstroCamp at Lostock, here is a second chance!

Sounds great Gary, looking forward to it.

Rodstar (Rod) · #44 22-03-2006, 09:38 PM

That is GREAT news, Andrew! I'll bring the Henschke if you bring your Tak!

Can you get there on the Friday? I am giving Mike a lift, we plan to leave central coast about 11am, and get there mid afternoon Friday.

iceman (Mike) · #45 23-03-2006, 05:45 AM

woohoo RB! It's great that you can come. What day/time are you getting there? I hope the chickens won't be too lonely without you.

Bring your ArgoNavis RB - I can plug it straight into my encoders.

frogman (Anthony Lord) · #46 26-03-2006, 02:22 PM

wish the best weather for you all on your sp.

GTB_an_Owl (Geoff) · #47 27-03-2006, 12:46 AM

4 more sleeps - but who's counting

making my list and checking it twice

hope the weekend weather is starry and bright (or is it - DARK)

hope all the camping gear fit's in the car allright

check that list again to-morrow nite

h0ughy (David) · #48 27-03-2006, 07:10 AM

3 for me!, sleeps that is

iceman (Mike) · #49 27-03-2006, 07:11 AM

Can't wait!

RB, when are you getting there?

h0ughy (David) · #50 27-03-2006, 07:35 AM

the 4 day forecast until then

the promising bit is that big hole with no cloud/rain

Current Observations for Mudgee Ap Weather Forecast for Mudgee
Mon 07:00 EDT
Temperature Dewpoint Relative Humidity Feels Like
8.5°C 6.0°C 84% 8.5°C
Wind Gusts Pressure Rain Since 0900
Calm 2kt 1017.7hPa 0.0mm
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MUDGEE AIRPORT AWS 149.6160°E, 32.5624°S 471m

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Sunrise: 07:10 EDT
Sunset: 19:03 EDT

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Monday

Mostly sunny
7°C - 29°C

Tuesday

Mostly sunny
13°C - 29°C

Wednesday

Showers
14°C - 26°C

Thursday

Mostly cloudy
14°C - 28°C

Satchmo · #51 27-03-2006, 09:31 AM

I've been going to Ilford for 20 years now and can say confidently that the Mudgee area forcast often doesn't apply to Ilford. Mudgee generally has more clear nights , Ilford being in what the experts call a `rain shadow' area . However the star party usually delivers at least one good night and last year from memory clear every night
I don't meant discourage anyone from going either. It's the biggest and best amateur astronomy gathering in the country. The socialising is great. I go to the SPSP to catch up with old friends and see whats hapenning in the ATM world, but usually don't take a telescope along. Its fun to look through lots of different scopes.

Mark

RB (Andrew) · #52 27-03-2006, 09:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iceman

Can't wait!

RB, when are you getting there?

I'm planning to get underway ASAP on Friday morning if work permits.
Not sure if I'm staying 1 night or 2.
Is there mobile service there by any chance?

Watta you reckon Mike about 3.5 hours from here?
Can't wait Rod, to catch up with everyone.

xstream (John) · #53 27-03-2006, 01:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rocket Boy

Is there mobile service there by any chance?

CDMA service only Andrew.

I'm now officially on holidays. So with only 3 sleeps to go, I'll see those that are getting there on Thursday. Can't wait to get there and relax.

Fingers and toes crossed for weather like last year.

gaa_ian (Ian) · #54 28-03-2006, 12:57 AM

I would love to get there but after 2 week off for the new arrival in the family, its back to work for me

h0ughy (David) · #55 28-03-2006, 07:31 AM

todays latest weather offerings - maybe some hope for the saturday night, might have to extend my time to sunday night?

Must take my cloud dispursing hair dryer?

iceman (Mike) · #56 28-03-2006, 07:34 AM

hrmm that's a big bank of cloud.

h0ughy (David) · #57 28-03-2006, 07:39 AM

yes, its not the bit that over us right now but whats up in the NT, and the frontal system in the bight that worries me?

h0ughy (David) · #58 28-03-2006, 11:37 PM

well friday and saturday nights look OK at the moment, but check out that cloud from the West!!!!!

gaa_ian (Ian) · #59 29-03-2006, 01:03 AM

Yes I see the cloud ove rthe NT & I'm not keen on the prospects for Saturday night either !

gary · #60 29-03-2006, 01:28 AM

Just a quick safety warning to those driving to the Star Party who will
arrive late in the afternoon or evening.

Beware of wildlife, particularly in the section from the turn-off at the
old Ilford Roadhouse all the way to Wiruna.

Roos and wombats are common and several people have come to grief
with vehicle damage up to several thousand dollars coming and going to the
Star Party. The last gravel section in particular has caught a few people out
over the years.

Drop your speed, be vigilent for wildlife and ask passengers to assist in
spotting any animals on the side of the road.

Travel safe!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Best Regards

Gary Kopff
ASNSW member