Spsp 14 - Page 6

h0ughy (David) · #**101** 03-04-2006, 09:07 PM

well here are some images of a eventfull SPSP2006

ok groupie shot of john, anna, spacezebra and hubby dave!,

Petra

dave (the non astronomer)

roger and andrew from Bintel Melbourne

Denis Zembellis (newcastle astron soc)

nice scope?

chewen the breeze

[1ponders] (Paul) · #**102** 03-04-2006, 09:12 PM

I'm amazed you are still able to walk after letting off that flash h0ughy

h0ughy (David) · #**103** 03-04-2006, 09:13 PM

more images

some locals

the rescue helecopter (trying to blow the cloud away)

field shot

waveland scott? correct this if its wrong mike

have another rod

the group, discussing higher options, mike well on his way.....

checking the scope out

devine thanks for a clear night

Rodstar (Rod) · #**104** 03-04-2006, 09:15 PM

I never noticed it before, but David (third image on top row of HOughy's first gallery post) looks a lot like Don Burke! Hooroo David, 'til next year!

[1ponders] (Paul) · #**105** 03-04-2006, 09:19 PM

Great shots Dave. Who's who in the photos??? Mind you I recognize the guy with the gingery beard, blue beanie and bright red eyes.

h0ughy (David) · #**106** 03-04-2006, 09:20 PM

and more......

Alan Meehan, cold before we start

Rod in his element, the sludge

John floggin his wares
the vendors row

mike in a helping hand mode

spacezebra (Petra) · #**107** 03-04-2006, 09:22 PM

Hi Rod and D2

Yes lovely Photos!!!!

Where are the undies on the head shots Rod ?????

Yes D2 - where are the Baked Beans shots????

I had a ball guys - you are truly great Star Party attendees!!

Cheers (a very tired) Petra

h0ughy (David) · #**108** 03-04-2006, 10:03 PM

the wind has ruined the majority of shots I have taken but managed to find some untarnished! these are not processed and are just a converted raw image.

omega centauri,m42, tuc47, antares, acrux, jewelbox, tarantula and i think 3244 aqlthough I cant remember, the comet, and the flame neb. I will post the fimal images when they are completed

wavelandscott (Scott) · #**109** 04-04-2006, 10:03 AM

No Houghy, that is not me in the picture...I only wish I was that thin and attractive...

h0ughy (David) · #**110** 04-04-2006, 11:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wavelandscott

No Houghy, that is not me in the picture...I only wish I was that thin and attractive...

any clues then

iceman (Mike) · #**111** 04-04-2006, 12:16 PM

It's Ian (stringscope) and his son.

Satchmo · #**112** 04-04-2006, 01:58 PM

Another brilliant SPSP star party, my 14th.

My best moment came in the closing moments before astronomical twilight begun on Monday morning, when woken from the first solid sleep of the camp in the clubs Vela cabin by the need for a 'leak' . I stood outside under the most glorious view of a superb night sky with the Galactic Centre almost overhead and took a little time to contemplate its enormity. There was no one up on the field , not a sound , just me and the Universe face to face .

It was breathtaking , reminding me that as strong as our social needs are , the finest moments in connection with Nature are often reserved for those alone moments where there are no distractions. There is no view more direct, immediate and enticing and humbling than being confronted by the Galaxy like that with just our own set of 140 degree apparent field `Naglers' mounted in our heads! Bring on the SPSP 15

xstream (John) · #**113** 04-04-2006, 07:33 PM

Well, what a great weekend!
Great people, good company new and old. I won't go through all the names as you all know who you are.

It was a more than enjoyable weekend, funny enough I didn't do all that much observing as I spent most of the time socialising but the observing I did get in was excellent.

I don't think I've laughed so much in ages. I can't remember what Jupiter looked like on Saturday night Mike, can you remind me?

Anna and I had real blast over the weekend. Thanks to you all for making it so enjoyable.

Here's a few pics.