tone2012 Posted October 23, 2012 Share Posted October 23, 2012 most things ive been reading say get along to a star party, it sounds ideal, but where and when do they have them.i would love to see what is out there in our skies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brantuk Posted October 23, 2012 Share Posted October 23, 2012 Check out the star parties section Tone - most tend to be around the equinoxes cos that's when you get the last/first of the warmer nights before/after winter/summer and also the last/first of the darker nights. Also - a local astro soc is good for observing with other folks - you learn a lot when doing astronomy in a group of like minded people Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Wall Posted October 23, 2012 Share Posted October 23, 2012 Think i would be nervous being a newbie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brantuk Posted October 23, 2012 Share Posted October 23, 2012 No probs - you'll find everyone very friendly - first time I went I only had a pair of binocs and a planisphere and loads of folks offered me a look through their scopes. That's when I first noticed the addiction setting in lol.I'd strongly recommend Kielder, Kelling, SGL8, East Mids SP, Salisbury SP, and Peak SP - to name but a few (lots of folks from here attend those) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tjr Posted October 23, 2012 Share Posted October 23, 2012 I was very nervous going to my first astronomy group meeting, but as brantuk says, the stargazing community is a very open and friendly one. I guarantee it's worth your time going along to one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtr42 Posted October 23, 2012 Share Posted October 23, 2012 have found regular meet ups with astronomy societies good [been to 2 different societies up here and all the guys and gals have been great ] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capricorn Posted October 23, 2012 Share Posted October 23, 2012 Just to ask do you mean a weekend or week long event or a club star party.Obviously the weekend/week ones are camping or similar events, a club star party is often a late night event where people are local and attend until say the early hours of the morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tone2012 Posted October 23, 2012 Author Share Posted October 23, 2012 a club star party more local would be better for me. or a night out watching others doing there thing and learning as you watch, and having a look as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VigdisVZ Posted October 23, 2012 Share Posted October 23, 2012 Just go meet people, any hobby should have a social element. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Velvet Posted October 23, 2012 Share Posted October 23, 2012 Think i would be nervous being a newbie no need to be nervous, they are friendly and helpful there. Always ready to lend a hand. Only thing to remember is don't turn on a white light LOLthen you will be good to go. I say go for it, I did and managed not to upset anyone.Velvet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onesmallstep Posted October 23, 2012 Share Posted October 23, 2012 Hi and welcome to SGLThe link below is for the Federation of Astronomical Societies. Select a region and scroll down to find the clubs nearest to you. The majority of the entries should have a website address so you can check out individual event programmes.http://fedastro.org.uk/fas/members/Depending whereabouts you are in Essex the Castle Point Astronomy Club is based in the south-east of the county and will be holding a public open night in November.http://www.cpac.org.uk/opennight.aspHTH! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tone2012 Posted October 23, 2012 Author Share Posted October 23, 2012 many thanks for the reply's and links Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allcart Posted October 23, 2012 Share Posted October 23, 2012 I just turned up uninvited to a local meteor observing session with nothing but a camera and tripod. I simply asked if they would mind if I joined them. I was made most welcome and even got a donut. I joined the society and attended a meeting. A real friendly bunch.Unfortunately my work clashes with meetings so its hard to attend, but i'm trying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiggy 67 Posted October 24, 2012 Share Posted October 24, 2012 One thing I've noticed about astronomers is that they love to talk about their hobby!!!!.....so don't be nervous, just turn up at a meeting and you will learn a lot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cotterless45 Posted October 24, 2012 Share Posted October 24, 2012 Just turn up. We're not experts at anything, but have been lucky to show loads of folk views through scopes and given advice.Just go, you'll enjoy,Nick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astro Imp Posted October 24, 2012 Share Posted October 24, 2012 I see you're from Essex.The Essex Cloud Dodgers might be just what you're looking for.http://stargazerslou...-cloud-dodgers/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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