Observing night at astroRon's place Sat 29th July

[Gargoyle_Steve (Steve)]

Ron I know you've thrown the doors open at your place again for this Saturday night, I figured it should get listed here asap, given the relative proximity to Astrofest in terms of both time and distance ......

Being still close to new moon, and given that there's 4 separate meteor streams all at or near maximum this Saturday as well, this could be a great night for viewing of any and all astro related objects.

All of us who have enjoyed Ron's hospitality at his Cambroon Observatory know how great a night it is, but I know there's a few new folks around in the Sunshine Coast and/or SE Qld area who may not have been along before.

I think I am only echoing Ron's own words in saying that anyone who would like to attend is welcome. You can choose to drive home afterwards or camp out, bring a swag / tent / something. (warm clothes essential, and warm bedding if staying). Ron usually fires up the wood burner around dusk so bring some snags or something to cook up for dinner.

Ron's place is just a few km's south of Kenilworth if coming via from the norht end of the Sunshine Coast, or if coming from lower end of the Coast / Caboolture / Brisbane direction travel via Landsborough and Maleny out through Conondale, etc. There is a map available (see the sticky threads at the top of the Star Party thread listings). Travel time from Bris north side would be under 2 hours (?) and it's just over an hour from my place at Caloundra.

I'm definitely in as a starter, I think my brother Don is coming, and I may even manage to get a mate of mine, and another of my relatives for the night too this time!

Anyone else????

Feel free to ask any questions if you havent been before but are interested.
(pm me if you prefer)

Have I forgotten anything Ron?

[[1ponders] (Paul)]

I'd love to come out but unfortunately I'm 99% sure I'll be a "no starter".

I'll think of you guys as I'm imaging from my back yard

Have a great night.

[Nordo]

Has anyone told Ron yet?
Or is this Steve's subtle way of starting a party?
I remember doing that as a teenager.
If you knew someone's parents were out of town . . .

[drmorbius (Randall)]

I'm a definite maybe!

I'm going to have to wait until Saturday afternoon before I know whether or not we're committed to other things that night. If not... I'll be there.

[astroron (Ron)]

Nordo I spoke to Steve aat Astrofest about this weekend, also Cambroon Observatory is nearly always open to iceinspace members nearest the New Moon, but as there is for the next few months two weekend dark Moon nights we could have any of the weekends.
Normaly Myself or Paul (1 ponders) usualy put a post on this forum advertising the night.
I look forward to seeing some of you again this weekend.

[astroron (Ron)]

Steve , thanks for posting the invite, only thing I could think of is the microwave if you don't want a BBQ

[Nordo]

Don't like this rain - beginning to look like last weekend

[drmorbius (Randall)]

Don't panic yet... Ron is always quick to point out that the weather can be totally different between the coast and Cambroon. Not to mention the weather gurus say it's supposed to clear up this arvo (Friday) and they'd know. wouldn't they?

I'd say there's still a fair chance of clear skies.

[jmb]

Hi
I would very much like to go this weekend...but have a family birthday to go to...now that i am a DOB owner, i hope to take advantage of your hospitality and knowledge next time
thanks

[astroron (Ron)]

Hi Jmb, have a good birthday party, I look forward to you joining us inthe future.

[jjjnettie (Jeanette)]

I'll be there in spirit.
Wish I could make it in person.

[astroron (Ron)]

Rum, Whisky or Brandy? will catch up in the future

[jjjnettie (Jeanette)]

Take your choice Ron, which ever goes well with the Coffee I'll be selling all day Saturday.

[astroron (Ron)]

Jinnette, Mines white with no sugar, sell lots of coffee.

[Gargoyle_Steve (Steve)]

Well it was cloudy when I went to work (Friday mid arvo), report while at work was that 1 single star was seen peeping out, by the time I left work at 11pm the sky was clear and there were stars everywhere~

Mind you, the air was FULL of moisture ... I had to use a squeegy to clear the dew off the windows to drive home, and all along the main road I drove through fog banks, which I've never seen there before.

Wind blow, moisture go, skies be clear tomorrow night!

[drmorbius (Randall)]

Unfortunately it looks like I won't be able to make it tonight as we have people coming over. However, I'll take the opportunity to set up Robby in the back garden and introducing a few friends to the wonders of the cosmos.

Just wish I had Ron's sky... Have a great evening guys!

[drmorbius (Randall)]

Originally Posted by jmb

I would very much like to go this weekend...but have a family birthday to go to...

Hey JMB... I just noticed why you can't make it... I guess that's a pretty good excuse...

Happy Birthday matey! See you next new moon

[Nordo]

Well, it's Saturday morning and the skies crystal clear

My 10" GSO dob arrived yesterday. Still in it's boxes (I'm going to open it in a minute). I'm scared to open it as the OTA box has a *#@*^ great gouge out of it .

OK, I've opened the box. All look's undamaged. Probably a bit of collimating will be needed.

Hey, Ron, how much water is over the bridge? We had 23mm last night.

It's fine and clear now, but with Steve's new EPs, and my new scope, do you REALLY think it's going to stay clear?

[Gargoyle_Steve (Steve)]

That's 2 new ep's. (1 Baader, 1 Orion), and the Meade ETX that arrived only Monday last week, and the new observing chair, and ...... other minor stuff *big grin*

But yeah, it'll be fine!

Car's packed, leaving now ... will miss you Randall, but have a great night at home, helping others to explore.

Cheers!

[drmorbius (Randall)]

Oi! Save me some photons, you lot!