Time to get serious

[roblegion]

I love getting into banter on SGL and I realise that my sense of humour is not that of everyone, I do not intend to be offensive or flaunt the rules.

It is time for some seriousness.

I have been in contact with a couple of members, local to me, concerning a half built observatory, (which is in, let's say a no funding situation)

I know, by association one of the owners/trustees, my problem is, I don't feel comfortable approaching him directly.

It pains me greatly that there are two domes, 1 mile from my house rusting away, and repairable.

I would not have any considerable finances to put into this project, but lots of enthusiasm, and building abilities.

SO the bottom line is, do I make a "of myself and say what's going on with the obsy? or do I try to get some locals on board with a united front?

[Putaendo Patrick]

Personally I'd just ask informally what the current status of the observatory is, what needs to be done (both the labour and money involved), and whether there is any possibility to put new life into the project.

There may be very real reasons why this observatory never got off the ground, but equally times change, and the climate may be different. Until you ask, you'll never know!

[Peter Drew]

I'd be in like a shot. People like yourself with enthusiasm and willingness to help can be the savior of such projects. No harm in asking.   

[Davey-T]

May be grants available if you set up for school visits but would need more required facilities and insurance etc.

Worth enquiring though.

Dave

[laudropb]

 I agree. A casual enquiry about the current state of the project would be the best way to go.

[roblegion]

Thanks guys and gals, looks like I might have to go to the golf club at weekend for a pint. I know the main man involved and he is a lovely chap, I just didn't want to impinge on his space or time, but nothing ventured nothing gained................... he can only tell me where to tee off.