Stockport Open Day

[Dohmar]

Hiyas

Not sure if there are any others out there interested in astronomy, but next sat the south australian astronomical society is having an open night at stockport

http://www.assa.org.au/facilities/stockport/

Stockport is approx 1 hr north from gawler, so around 2 hrs on average from most suburbs in Adelaide... they have 3 telescopes which are available for public viewing, but for a cost - There is no need to book - just turn up on the night at the advertised starting time

On public viewing nights, tea, coffee, biscuits and cold drinks can be purchased, and a sausage sizzle is run in the undercover BBQ area.

Entry Costs:

Adults: $7

Children under 15: $3

Members of assa : Free

I'm heading up there from my place around 6pm Sat the 13th

If anyones keen on coming for the cruise and the open night, pls pm me and ill give you the meet details

Notes:

It can get extremely cold at Stockport - both in winter and summer. This isn't helped by the fact that you will be relatively immobile during the night! If you are travelling to Stockport, we recommend that you bring a jumper, warm jacket, a pair of gloves and a beanie. Wear more layers of clothes than you think you will need. If you get too warm, you can always take them off.

Bring some insect repellant. The thirsty mosquitos can make for a very unpleasant observing experience, particularly at dusk.

White light is not permitted during viewing nights. White light affects the ability for your eyes (and everybody else's) to dark adapt. If you want to bring a torch, please ensure that it is covered with a red filter (such as red cellophane). <-- I will personally kerb stomp anyone who breaks this golden rule

That said, I'm looking forward to the drive to and from, as well as the display.

-D

[Krishy]

i can see stars from my house too dont need to drive that far lol