Kielder Newbie - Many Thanks

[Daveb3650]

Hi Folks...

I just want to send a big set of Thanks to Dave, Ken from Jarrow and Peter. These 3 took me under their wing when I arrived at the Kielder Starcamp. My mate couldnt make it and these 3 gave me a crash course on what to do.... from trying to set up my scope.... showing me their set ups and encouraging me throughout the weekend. What was looking a bit of a daunting weekend turned out to be the best weekend Stargazing that I have had (i've only ever done 1..... but you get my drift).

Also big thanks to all the other people I didnt know, who made me feel so welcome. Lynn et all.... Thank You for a cracking weekend.

[davew]

Hi Dave,

Yep. It was an event not to be missed. Which unfortunately many did. By far the best observing week Kielder has seen. How did you get on with the cold ? -11*C was reported Wed night Thurs morning.

Along with the weather it was also the most chiiled out I can remember. Must have been so many tired observers couldn't work up the energy to make a noise. Apart from the meals the local pub did very badly out of us this time round.

The event's main organisors, Lynn and Kev, played a blinder. Met every one and ensured things went smoothly. Thanks to them and a few others behind the scenes who helped out.

Roll on Autumn.

Dave.

[Daveb3650]

I was fine with the weather..... but it was the first time I have slept in a tent with 3 pairs of socks on....Long Johns....jogging pants.... thermal top..... t shirt..... then another t shirt....... scarf on.....and then wooly hat for good measure.....

What a great sleep I had........ well, I would have....if the bloke in the next tent hadn't snored all night.....

You know who you are

[AndyH]

Ahhhhh. The phantom snorer.

There was a belting snore on the river side near the toilet block. Truly gold medal stuff.

I'm told, although I don't believe it, I am horrendous, by my dearly beloved. I have the bruises on my arm to prove it. She said even Bach at volume 8 on her ipod couldn't drown it out. GET IN !!!!

Last spring I awoke to see her head poking out the sleeping bag with wads of toilet roll stuffed in her ears !! Hysterical.

I believe I can snore on my back, sides and front. Not too shabby.

Hehehe,

Andy.

[Beyond_Vision]

I wish I had been well enough to go up it sounds like everyone had a really great time

Regards

Kevin

[jarralad]

hi daveb.

glad you enjoyed it,dont forget to book up for the october one,it might be warmer:D.it was the best one yet,clear skies all week.keep in touch,more than happy to help you out.ken.

[gliderpilot]

Sounds like a good time had by all. I assume you'll be looking forward to October's event?

Mark

[Tinkerbell]

Thanks to everyone who turned up and made it a fantastic atmosphere.

Five clear nights in a row, who would have believed it possible

[Daveb3650]

Jarralad, I dont think i'll make the October one as it holiday time - Kenyan Safari Time.... I will keep in touch tho... and hopefully show my face over at the meetings. And I heard something about a Starcamp in Aug - Scarboro neck of the wood......