SGL5 Chat Thread

[BAZ Senior]

Check out GO Outdoors, we got ours from there, it's got the blue commando plug, artic cable, RCD, and three plug sockets built in. Last year it was £39.00. As Doc states, you need an RCD, you only get one chance!

[Jamie]

For anyone that's interested.

I will be doing a food run to ASDA in Hereford on the Thursday afternoon....You arer welcome to tag along....

[SlipperySquid]

Right got me a hookup! rcd and weatherproof sockets......I'm going to be warm in my tent

Where can you buy red film to cover lights from?

[RikM]

Where can you buy red film to cover lights from?

Hi Slippery, I asked the very same question:

http://stargazerslounge.com/beginners-help-advice/100485-red-acetate-cover-lantern.html

I haven't ordered any as the family chief financial officer (wife) reckons she can get some from the drama dept. at work.

Rik

[daz]

I got mine from a local arts supply shop

[dark knight]

Try Lancelyn Art Supplies -

Lee Filter 48 x 21 - Code 106 from Lancelyn Theatre Supplies

very reasonable prices and super fast delivery..

[peter shah]

This will be my first star party and it sounds like its going to be a great event......it will be nice to meet up with fellow members......i cant wait....

[dark knight]

counting down the days,,counting down the days,,ee i adio,,,counting down the days.....

[rowan46]

When I joined this site I just wanted to dip in for a little info and advice. It never occurred to me that astronomy could be social. So I just wanted to say how much I am looking forward to meeting you all.

[mdstuart]

Latest weather indications show high pressure establishing itself over the UK this week and through next weekend bringing settled clear skies ....??....ready for the SGL star party???

Mark

www.bristolweather.org.uk

[James]

Fingers crossed on the weather front...

On a separate matter - anyone bringing kids with them to SGL5??? - I'll have both mine with me (2 and a half going on 4 and a 6 year old...)

James

[George]

Yes my 11 year old he came last year and enjoyed it immensely The youngest (7) is staying with mum altho he's not happy about missing a camping trip.

[RikM]

I think my 11 year old will be with me for the Saturday at least. Maybe my 6 year old as well, if I haven't strangled him first.

Rik

[RikM]

Just remembered, I borrowed some eyepieces from my Brother in law including a 50 mm Erfle. Way too big for my scope. Is there any point in bringing it along?

Rik

[peter shah]

my 2 and a half year old is staying at home with grandma......woopee! but if the skies are clear it still means no sleep!

[Beulah]

Fingers crossed on the weather front...

On a separate matter - anyone bringing kids with them to SGL5??? - I'll have both mine with me (2 and a half going on 4 and a 6 year old...)

James

Yup, I'm bringing mine. We're all joined at the hip....

[daz]

Long range on Metcheck looks to have potential ...

Minidaz is also coming (12).

Is it time?

Can we go yet?

Is it time?

Can we go yet??

:D

[dark knight]

Yep our 12yr old will be there...

[mdstuart]

My James (12) and Josh (10) will be there on the Thursday night and possibly the Friday night as well..Perhaps one of us should bring a football as long as it is kept a long way away from the telescopes!

Mark

[RichieJarvis]

Hi All,

I've just booked up - decided that I can't afford to miss this event this year Holiday was the issue originally, but as I've got remote access, I am sure I can work from a tent just as well as from home.

Looking forward to it - see you all there!

Cheers,

Richie

[MikeP]

I've sent out an email to all attendees. If you don't get it, PM me but please check your spam folders first.

There are two further emails: one in respect of the evening takeaway on Thursday and the other in respect of the evening takeaway on Saturday. You will only receive the emails if you expressed interest in those meals.

Time I started making my own list of stuff to take.

Mike

[albedo0.39]

Where is the nearest Supermarket ? Any local knowledge would be handy. Also, I'm bringing my runners (as per usual) so anyone fancy a 10-12km (or more) cruise pace run over the weekend, I'd be happy to join.

[Jamie]

Steve

I will be doing a food run (not a jog) to ASDA in Hereford You are more than welcome to join me....

[RikM]

Where is the nearest Supermarket ? Any local knowledge would be handy. Also, I'm bringing my runners (as per usual) so anyone fancy a 10-12km (or more) cruise pace run over the weekend, I'd be happy to join.

10km is probably a bit far for me on foot. I bike 12km each way to work, but that's a bike. I will bring some suitable attire in any case and play it by ear.

Rik

[lulu57]

I have an excruciating kidney infection at the moment. Doc reckons it might be OK for next Thursday. Fingers crossed, eh?