Thanks, folks. I do this for all of you...as well as having fun myself.
I appreciate your support.
Phil
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-----Original Message----- From: [email protected] < [email protected]> On Behalf Of Kevin VanHorn Sent: Friday, July 17, 2020 10:31 AM To: [email protected]Subject: Re: [YCSP] #2020partiesUPDATE on PAID REGISTRATIONS Phil I also paid for Sept. just keep my payment for costs associated with setting this up. We really appreciate all the work into planning. Thanks Kevin and Cindy VanHorn On Jul 17, 2020, at 10:15 AM, stephen shearer <sm.shearer.01@...> wrote:
?Phil, I paid for 2020. PLEASE use my donation for the future costs. I HOPE to make 2021 (and thank you for dates to put in my calendar as reminders)...
Difficult, but SMART decision.
steve
On 7/16/20 10:07 PM, Phil De Rosa wrote:
One further note...
If you have paid for registration and wish to get a refund or donate it, just let me know. Not a problem. It's a long time to October next year. Donations are nice and appreciated, and are used to pay existing and future star party expenses. ...Phil
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Phil I also paid for Sept. just keep my payment for costs associated with setting this up. We really appreciate all the work into planning. Thanks Kevin and Cindy VanHorn
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On Jul 17, 2020, at 10:15 AM, stephen shearer <sm.shearer.01@...> wrote:
?Phil, I paid for 2020. PLEASE use my donation for the future costs. I HOPE to make 2021 (and thank you for dates to put in my calendar as reminders)...
Difficult, but SMART decision.
steve
On 7/16/20 10:07 PM, Phil De Rosa wrote:
One further note...
If you have paid for registration and wish to get a refund or donate it, just let me know. Not a problem. It's a long time to October next year. Donations are nice and appreciated, and are used to pay existing and future star party expenses. ...Phil
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Phil, I paid for 2020. PLEASE use my donation for the future costs. I HOPE to make 2021 (and thank you for dates to put in my calendar as reminders)...
Difficult, but SMART decision.
steve
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On 7/16/20 10:07 PM, Phil De Rosa wrote: One further note...
If you have paid for registration and wish to get a refund or donate it, just let me know.? Not a problem.? It's a long time to October next year.? Donations are nice and appreciated, and are used to pay existing and future star party expenses.? ...Phil
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Thank you, as always, Phil. I think you made the right decision.? We look forward to a time when we can all safely share some fantastic views.? Until then, may we all remain safe.
Donna & Dave
On Thursday, July 16, 2020, 09:52:57 PM EDT, Phil De Rosa <philderosa1@...> wrote:
Hello All.? Like a local sign says here in York: ?? IS IT 2021 YET?
I know this year has been tough for many if not all of us.? I will try to keep this brief.? I've been asked all year long weather the party is going to be held, and I, like many of you, have been keeping my fingers crossed.? The obvious question is, could we do it safely?
I have come to the conclusion that this no longer possible this year, and probably not at least through the beginning of next year.
At this point, the one date I have picked for the next major party is October 6-10, 2021.? I may also consider a secondary date: September 9-12, 2021 for a 4 day event.? And I have asked about holding short-notice impromptu evening gatherings (no overnight stays in the park) if the weather is being cooperative.
There is no one more disappointed than me.? I was thrilled with the night skies last August when we held the first party at our new location, Susquehannock State Park, in southern Lancaster County.? After 25 years of slugging it through the mud, lot's of work and expenses, we finally found a site that is truly dark, with flush toilets, electric and water supplies, a dumpster, and not one visible light from outside the park to hinder night vision.
It IS at a public park, which IS the problem, only because of Covid.? There is no way to control who visits and uses the public restrooms during the day.? Lancaster has some of the highest covid numbers in this part of the state, and if just one visitor spreads the virus, the possibility exists that at least ONE person could become infected.? In addition to that is the risk that many of our own visitors travel from out of state, and could be exposed from a visit to a restaurant or gas station. ?
Maybe, maybe not.? It should be obvious by now that a lot of people haven't been taking this thing serious enough, and many of them, their families, friends, and medical personnel have suffered because of it.? I am dreading what the numbers may show after the numerous public events that have taken place recently.
Without any kind of quick, reliable testing, we ourselves could be carriers.? Hopefully the people working hardest on this problem do have some luck, quickly.? I hope no one has had anyone they know or love infected.
I, and many of our attendees are over 50 (or 60), with additional risk factors.? I can't justify this risk as being worth it. ?
Please share this info with your newsletter editors, clubs, and others in the hobby.? By all means, this year is a year for solitary, safe astronomy and armchair travel.? I will be planning and working towards events next year, in addition to other projects, so you might not hear from me much.? I'll keep you posted on any possible sessions at night at the location, once it is safe enough to consider them.
I miss this event as much as I miss the people attending and supporting it for years.? Please, be safe everyone.? And lucky.? By for now....? Phil
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Thanks for this update Phil. I think you ultimately made the correct decision with all the uncertainty around COVID-19.?
I¡¯ll keep my fingers crossed for next year and hope for clear night skies and that a vaccine is around the corner.
Roger
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Hello All.? Like a local sign says here in York: ?? IS IT 2021 YET?
I know this year has been tough for many if not all of us.? I will try to keep this brief.? I've been asked all year long weather the party is going to be held, and I, like many of you, have been keeping my fingers crossed.? The obvious question is, could we do it safely?
I have come to the conclusion that this no longer possible this year, and probably not at least through the beginning of next year.
At this point, the one date I have picked for the next major party is October 6-10, 2021.? I may also consider a secondary date: September 9-12, 2021 for a 4 day event.? And I have asked about holding short-notice impromptu evening gatherings (no overnight stays in the park) if the weather is being cooperative.
There is no one more disappointed than me.? I was thrilled with the night skies last August when we held the first party at our new location, Susquehannock State Park, in southern Lancaster County.? After 25 years of slugging it through the mud, lot's of work and expenses, we finally found a site that is truly dark, with flush toilets, electric and water supplies, a dumpster, and not one visible light from outside the park to hinder night vision.
It IS at a public park, which IS the problem, only because of Covid.? There is no way to control who visits and uses the public restrooms during the day.? Lancaster has some of the highest covid numbers in this part of the state, and if just one visitor spreads the virus, the possibility exists that at least ONE person could become infected.? In addition to that is the risk that many of our own visitors travel from out of state, and could be exposed from a visit to a restaurant or gas station. ?
Maybe, maybe not.? It should be obvious by now that a lot of people haven't been taking this thing serious enough, and many of them, their families, friends, and medical personnel have suffered because of it.? I am dreading what the numbers may show after the numerous public events that have taken place recently.
Without any kind of quick, reliable testing, we ourselves could be carriers.? Hopefully the people working hardest on this problem do have some luck, quickly.? I hope no one has had anyone they know or love infected.
I, and many of our attendees are over 50 (or 60), with additional risk factors.? I can't justify this risk as being worth it. ?
Please share this info with your newsletter editors, clubs, and others in the hobby.? By all means, this year is a year for solitary, safe astronomy and armchair travel.? I will be planning and working towards events next year, in addition to other projects, so you might not hear from me much.? I'll keep you posted on any possible sessions at night at the location, once it is safe enough to consider them.
I miss this event as much as I miss the people attending and supporting it for years.? Please, be safe everyone.? And lucky.? By for now....? Phil
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One further note...
If you have paid for registration and wish to get a refund or donate it, just let me know.? Not a problem.? It's a long time to October next year.? Donations are nice and appreciated, and are used to pay existing and future star party expenses.? ...Phil
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Hello All.? Like a local sign says here in York: ?? IS IT 2021 YET?
I know this year has been tough for many if not all of us.? I will try to keep this brief.? I've been asked all year long weather the party is going to be held, and I, like many of you, have been keeping my fingers crossed.? The obvious question is, could we do it safely?
I have come to the conclusion that this no longer possible this year, and probably not at least through the beginning of next year.
At this point, the one date I have picked for the next major party is October 6-10, 2021.? I may also consider a secondary date: September 9-12, 2021 for a 4 day event.? And I have asked about holding short-notice impromptu evening gatherings (no overnight stays in the park) if the weather is being cooperative.
There is no one more disappointed than me.? I was thrilled with the night skies last August when we held the first party at our new location, Susquehannock State Park, in southern Lancaster County.? After 25 years of slugging it through the mud, lot's of work and expenses, we finally found a site that is truly dark, with flush toilets, electric and water supplies, a dumpster, and not one visible light from outside the park to hinder night vision.
It IS at a public park, which IS the problem, only because of Covid.? There is no way to control who visits and uses the public restrooms during the day.? Lancaster has some of the highest covid numbers in this part of the state, and if just one visitor spreads the virus, the possibility exists that at least ONE person could become infected.? In addition to that is the risk that many of our own visitors travel from out of state, and could be exposed from a visit to a restaurant or gas station. ?
Maybe, maybe not.? It should be obvious by now that a lot of people haven't been taking this thing serious enough, and many of them, their families, friends, and medical personnel have suffered because of it.? I am dreading what the numbers may show after the numerous public events that have taken place recently.
Without any kind of quick, reliable testing, we ourselves could be carriers.? Hopefully the people working hardest on this problem do have some luck, quickly.? I hope no one has had anyone they know or love infected.
I, and many of our attendees are over 50 (or 60), with additional risk factors.? I can't justify this risk as being worth it. ?
Please share this info with your newsletter editors, clubs, and others in the hobby.? By all means, this year is a year for solitary, safe astronomy and armchair travel.? I will be planning and working towards events next year, in addition to other projects, so you might not hear from me much.? I'll keep you posted on any possible sessions at night at the location, once it is safe enough to consider them.
I miss this event as much as I miss the people attending and supporting it for years.? Please, be safe everyone.? And lucky.? By for now....? Phil
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Re: Any update on the star party?
I will be posting an update to the group soon, possibly later today.? Thanks for asking.
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Hi York Star Party folks,
Any update on whether the event will be held?
Clear skies,
Don Knabb
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Any update on the star party?
Hi York Star Party folks,
Any update on whether the event will be held?
Clear skies,
Don Knabb
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#2020partiesUPDATE May and September parties- URGENT SPECIAL UPDATE- May event to be CANCELLED ....PLEASE READ THIS
#2020partiesUPDATE
Hello all you hopeful partygoers¡? I have heard our PA Governor Wolf, and this is where we stand¡. ? He is planning to lessen restrictions on a localized basis, possibly county by county, probably BEGINNNG in May.? That means that counties with lower infection rates and deaths will be first to see less risk and possibly more freedom. ? The sad fact is that Lancaster County does not fit that profile.? Just the opposite, it has one of the highest in the state, or at least it is in the middle of the pack.? My guess is that it will probably remain under a stay-at-home order through at least the beginning of June.? Even if it doesn¡¯t, I don¡¯t feel comfortable to put anyone at additional risk, and I am hearing that THE RISK will not be changed substantially PERHAPS until mid-summer. ? I am still planning and hoping for a safe September party, but I am CANCELLING THE MAY PARTY. ? ? SUSQUEHANNOCK IS A STATE PARK THAT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, AS LONG AS THEY ABIDE SOCIAL DISTANCING.? WE WILL BE USING THE SAME REST ROOMS AND WATER FOUNTAINS THAT ANYONE FROM ANYWHERE WILL BE USING DURING THE DAYTIME. ?? ? Even though it sits in the middle of Amish territory, anyone wishing to attend will need to get gas and meals, most of which is offsite.? Those traveling a distance, whether from Pittsburgh, Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, and South Carolina, or even York County, will be put at more risk during their travels, as well as the over-60 crowd, with or without health issues (to which I also belong to).? ? I DO have folks planning to attend this party from at least every one of the above-mentioned states, and I consider all of you friends, as well as supporters of my efforts over the years.? The last thing I would want is to put anyone at any additional risk than we have to deal with currently. ? I am now waiting for Reserve America to post information about their cancellation policy for May on their website, sometime around or before April 29. ?At that point I can transfer the reservations to September, possibly without additional fees. ?The state park fees and expenses are completely transferrable, separately from the reservation vendor. ? I can only hope the weather cooperates, and that all of you will enjoy our hobby from safe locations, and stay safe until we see each other again.? That also includes the high winds, storms, floods, tornadoes and anything else that gets thrown at us this year. ?Glad to hear the Baileys got missed.? ? Take care, I hope to have better news in August.? Thank you everybody for supporting my efforts for our party.? Lets keep our fingers crossed. Phil ? ? ? ? ?
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That would be fine as a loaded weight on the playground observing field.? You might check loaded weight by asking at a recycling center or scrap yard.? They generally do not charge for that. If you wish to run a generator, the north RV field is where (quiet) generators permitted, and it also has a good observing view.? There are campgrounds north of this lot, so loud generators are not allowed. ?
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From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Stu Beaber
Sent: Saturday, April 18, 2020 9:56 AM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: [YCSP] #2020partiesUPDATE May and September parties--PLEASE READ THIS AND REPLY! ? I would guess about 1000 to 1200lbs and 1 axle. ? How heavy?? 1 or 2 axles make a difference.? I am liable for any turf damage.
On Sat, Apr 18, 2020 at 9:32 AM -0400, "Stu Beaber" <wd4sel@...> wrote: Phil...I have a 12 foot leonard utility trailer...you know, one of those white 2 wheel trailers that so many people haul their gear in nowdays. Only difference with mine is I've made it into a one person camper. I image from the table inside the trailer and run my gear from 6 deep cycle batteries or 110VAC which ever is available. Pulled with a 4WD GMC SUV. Batteries require charging each day. ? Please share your camp gear.. Tent, RV or in- between?
On Sat, Apr 18, 2020 at 8:11 AM -0400, "Stu Beaber" <wd4sel@...> wrote: Hi Phil...Ok, I got it now. Could you tell a bit more about the electricity available. Is it electricity on the field, a charging station or just a couple outlets in a building? My problem is I depend on electricity to either (1) run my 3 battery chargers or (2) power my computers and imaging rig/mount directly. I have a Honda 2kw "quiet" generator...but most places don't allow running a generator. ? Hi Stu. I'll try to help.? Please forgive me if this sounds simple or confusing. You'll see a page with 2 choices: Skyshedpodpa.com to the left or top. Star party. To the right or below. Click on the star party That takes you to the home page.? There are links to several pages at the top of each page, which includes a registration page.??
SUSQUEHANNOCK STATE PARK IS THE NEW SITE. Let me know if this helps. Phil
? Must be something wrong with my browser...I don't see any "new" info about a different site on the hype link...nor have I ever been able to find a registration form or page. ? On Fri, Apr 17, 2020 at 1:52 PM Prasad Agrahar via <ad_prasad=[email protected]> wrote: Welcome to YCSP group. As things stand we may have a star party in September. The site is not York. Please look at the detailed info at . There you will find all answers.? Hello, I got on this from the NASA/Goddard Astronomy Club mentioning this group's start party. You have a fall one in Sept. Is that still?happening?? And where is the registration for it? There is a limit I suppose to attendees. York is closest to me from all the ones listed in our last meeting to me (near Baltimore).? ? ? Thanks, Steve.? Much appreciated.? ? I am leaning towards a spring event, which can be longer than 3 days for those traveling distance.? Picking a date is always an exercise in compromise.? There are so many parties competing for events on the new moon.? This is a discussion I am hoping to have at the September party, or have a voting board for everyone to sign.? If we can get enough people to at least cover costs, I will see what I can manage. ? From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Steve Taylor
Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2020 3:24 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: [YCSP] #2020partiesUPDATE May and September parties--PLEASE READ THIS AND REPLY! ? Keep my May fees too Phil. ? Thanks for the reply, Ken and Karen¡ At this point, I¡¯ve contacted the park super, and we have a call scheduled tomorrow to discuss if the PA parks are even allowing camping in May.? They initially closed them for 2 weeks, but extended that to the end of April.? ?
? -- Even a Smile is charity :)
- Prophet Muhammad ?
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I would guess about 1000 to 1200lbs and 1 axle.
Stu
How heavy?? 1 or 2 axles make a difference.? I am liable for any turf damage.
On Sat, Apr 18, 2020 at 9:32 AM -0400, "Stu Beaber" <wd4sel@...> wrote:
Phil...I have a 12 foot leonard utility trailer...you know, one of those white 2 wheel trailers that so many people haul their gear in nowdays. Only difference with mine is I've made it into a one person camper. I image from the table inside the trailer and run my gear from 6 deep cycle batteries or 110VAC which ever is available. Pulled with a 4WD GMC SUV. Batteries require charging each day.
Stu
Please share your camp gear.. Tent, RV or in- between?
On Sat, Apr 18, 2020 at 8:11 AM -0400, "Stu Beaber" <wd4sel@...> wrote:
Hi Phil...Ok, I got it now. Could you tell a bit more about the electricity available. Is it electricity on the field, a charging station or just a couple outlets in a building? My problem is I depend on electricity to either (1) run my 3 battery chargers or (2) power my computers and imaging rig/mount directly. I have a Honda 2kw "quiet" generator...but most places don't allow running a generator.
Tks, Stu
Hi Stu. I'll try to help.? Please forgive me if this sounds simple or confusing.
Go to
You'll see a page with 2 choices:
Skyshedpodpa.com to the left or top.
Star party. To the right or below. Click on the star party That takes you to the home page.? There are links to several pages at the top of each page, which includes a registration page.??
SUSQUEHANNOCK STATE PARK IS THE NEW SITE.
Let me know if this helps. Phil
Must be something wrong with my browser...I don't see any "new" info about a different site on the hype link...nor have I ever been able to find a registration form or page.
What am I doing wrong?
Stu
On Fri, Apr 17, 2020 at 1:52 PM Prasad Agrahar via <ad_prasad= [email protected]> wrote:
Hi Salman
Welcome to YCSP group. As things stand we may have a star party in September. The site is not York. Please look at the detailed info at . There you will find all answers.?
Stay safe Prasad
Hello,
I got on this from the NASA/Goddard Astronomy Club mentioning this group's start party. You have a fall one in Sept. Is that still?happening?? And where is the registration for it? There is a limit I suppose to attendees. York is closest to me from all the ones listed in our last meeting to me (near Baltimore).?
Salman
? Thanks, Steve.? Much appreciated.? ? I am leaning towards a spring event, which can be longer than 3 days for those traveling distance.? Picking a date is always an exercise in compromise.? There are so many parties competing for events on the new moon.? This is a discussion I am hoping to have at the September party, or have a voting board for everyone to sign.? If we can get enough people to at least cover costs, I will see what I can manage. ? From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Steve Taylor
Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2020 3:24 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: [YCSP] #2020partiesUPDATE May and September parties--PLEASE READ THIS AND REPLY! ? Keep my May fees too Phil. ? Thanks for the reply, Ken and Karen¡ At this point, I¡¯ve contacted the park super, and we have a call scheduled tomorrow to discuss if the PA parks are even allowing camping in May.? They initially closed them for 2 weeks, but extended that to the end of April.? ?
-- Even a Smile is charity :)
- Prophet Muhammad
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The pavilion has a couple outlets that I put a couple charging strips in for recharging batteries. It is between the two observing fields.? Not close enough for cords. The (north) RV lot is where (quiet) generators are allowed, because of fumes and noise.? Also where the real bathrooms are located.? Both fields offer good skies.?
I will be updating the website and FAQ page soon, for obvious reasons...
Phil
On Sat, Apr 18, 2020 at 9:32 AM -0400, "Stu Beaber" <wd4sel@...> wrote:
Phil...I have a 12 foot leonard utility trailer...you know, one of those white 2 wheel trailers that so many people haul their gear in nowdays. Only difference with mine is I've made it into a one person camper. I image from the table inside the trailer and run my gear from 6 deep cycle batteries or 110VAC which ever is available. Pulled with a 4WD GMC SUV. Batteries require charging each day.
Stu
Please share your camp gear.. Tent, RV or in- between?
On Sat, Apr 18, 2020 at 8:11 AM -0400, "Stu Beaber" <wd4sel@...> wrote:
Hi Phil...Ok, I got it now. Could you tell a bit more about the electricity available. Is it electricity on the field, a charging station or just a couple outlets in a building? My problem is I depend on electricity to either (1) run my 3 battery chargers or (2) power my computers and imaging rig/mount directly. I have a Honda 2kw "quiet" generator...but most places don't allow running a generator.
Tks, Stu
Hi Stu. I'll try to help.? Please forgive me if this sounds simple or confusing.
Go to
You'll see a page with 2 choices:
Skyshedpodpa.com to the left or top.
Star party. To the right or below. Click on the star party That takes you to the home page.? There are links to several pages at the top of each page, which includes a registration page.??
SUSQUEHANNOCK STATE PARK IS THE NEW SITE.
Let me know if this helps. Phil
Must be something wrong with my browser...I don't see any "new" info about a different site on the hype link...nor have I ever been able to find a registration form or page.
What am I doing wrong?
Stu
On Fri, Apr 17, 2020 at 1:52 PM Prasad Agrahar via <ad_prasad= [email protected]> wrote:
Hi Salman
Welcome to YCSP group. As things stand we may have a star party in September. The site is not York. Please look at the detailed info at . There you will find all answers.?
Stay safe Prasad
Hello,
I got on this from the NASA/Goddard Astronomy Club mentioning this group's start party. You have a fall one in Sept. Is that still?happening?? And where is the registration for it? There is a limit I suppose to attendees. York is closest to me from all the ones listed in our last meeting to me (near Baltimore).?
Salman
? Thanks, Steve.? Much appreciated.? ? I am leaning towards a spring event, which can be longer than 3 days for those traveling distance.? Picking a date is always an exercise in compromise.? There are so many parties competing for events on the new moon.? This is a discussion I am hoping to have at the September party, or have a voting board for everyone to sign.? If we can get enough people to at least cover costs, I will see what I can manage. ? From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Steve Taylor
Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2020 3:24 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: [YCSP] #2020partiesUPDATE May and September parties--PLEASE READ THIS AND REPLY! ? Keep my May fees too Phil. ? Thanks for the reply, Ken and Karen¡ At this point, I¡¯ve contacted the park super, and we have a call scheduled tomorrow to discuss if the PA parks are even allowing camping in May.? They initially closed them for 2 weeks, but extended that to the end of April.? ?
-- Even a Smile is charity :)
- Prophet Muhammad
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Re: #2020partiesUPDATE May and September parties--PLEASE READ THIS AND REPLY!
#2020partiesUPDATE
How heavy?? 1 or 2 axles make a difference.? I am liable for any turf damage.
On Sat, Apr 18, 2020 at 9:32 AM -0400, "Stu Beaber" <wd4sel@...> wrote:
Phil...I have a 12 foot leonard utility trailer...you know, one of those white 2 wheel trailers that so many people haul their gear in nowdays. Only difference with mine is I've made it into a one person camper. I image from the table inside the trailer and run my gear from 6 deep cycle batteries or 110VAC which ever is available. Pulled with a 4WD GMC SUV. Batteries require charging each day.
Stu
Please share your camp gear.. Tent, RV or in- between?
On Sat, Apr 18, 2020 at 8:11 AM -0400, "Stu Beaber" <wd4sel@...> wrote:
Hi Phil...Ok, I got it now. Could you tell a bit more about the electricity available. Is it electricity on the field, a charging station or just a couple outlets in a building? My problem is I depend on electricity to either (1) run my 3 battery chargers or (2) power my computers and imaging rig/mount directly. I have a Honda 2kw "quiet" generator...but most places don't allow running a generator.
Tks, Stu
Hi Stu. I'll try to help.? Please forgive me if this sounds simple or confusing.
Go to
You'll see a page with 2 choices:
Skyshedpodpa.com to the left or top.
Star party. To the right or below. Click on the star party That takes you to the home page.? There are links to several pages at the top of each page, which includes a registration page.??
SUSQUEHANNOCK STATE PARK IS THE NEW SITE.
Let me know if this helps. Phil
Must be something wrong with my browser...I don't see any "new" info about a different site on the hype link...nor have I ever been able to find a registration form or page.
What am I doing wrong?
Stu
On Fri, Apr 17, 2020 at 1:52 PM Prasad Agrahar via <ad_prasad= [email protected]> wrote:
Hi Salman
Welcome to YCSP group. As things stand we may have a star party in September. The site is not York. Please look at the detailed info at . There you will find all answers.?
Stay safe Prasad
Hello,
I got on this from the NASA/Goddard Astronomy Club mentioning this group's start party. You have a fall one in Sept. Is that still?happening?? And where is the registration for it? There is a limit I suppose to attendees. York is closest to me from all the ones listed in our last meeting to me (near Baltimore).?
Salman
? Thanks, Steve.? Much appreciated.? ? I am leaning towards a spring event, which can be longer than 3 days for those traveling distance.? Picking a date is always an exercise in compromise.? There are so many parties competing for events on the new moon.? This is a discussion I am hoping to have at the September party, or have a voting board for everyone to sign.? If we can get enough people to at least cover costs, I will see what I can manage. ? From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Steve Taylor
Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2020 3:24 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: [YCSP] #2020partiesUPDATE May and September parties--PLEASE READ THIS AND REPLY! ? Keep my May fees too Phil. ? Thanks for the reply, Ken and Karen¡ At this point, I¡¯ve contacted the park super, and we have a call scheduled tomorrow to discuss if the PA parks are even allowing camping in May.? They initially closed them for 2 weeks, but extended that to the end of April.? ?
-- Even a Smile is charity :)
- Prophet Muhammad
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Re: #2020partiesUPDATE May and September parties--PLEASE READ THIS AND REPLY!
#2020partiesUPDATE
Phil...I have a 12 foot leonard utility trailer...you know, one of those white 2 wheel trailers that so many people haul their gear in nowdays. Only difference with mine is I've made it into a one person camper. I image from the table inside the trailer and run my gear from 6 deep cycle batteries or 110VAC which ever is available. Pulled with a 4WD GMC SUV. Batteries require charging each day.
Stu
Please share your camp gear.. Tent, RV or in- between?
On Sat, Apr 18, 2020 at 8:11 AM -0400, "Stu Beaber" <wd4sel@...> wrote:
Hi Phil...Ok, I got it now. Could you tell a bit more about the electricity available. Is it electricity on the field, a charging station or just a couple outlets in a building? My problem is I depend on electricity to either (1) run my 3 battery chargers or (2) power my computers and imaging rig/mount directly. I have a Honda 2kw "quiet" generator...but most places don't allow running a generator.
Tks, Stu
Hi Stu. I'll try to help.? Please forgive me if this sounds simple or confusing.
Go to
You'll see a page with 2 choices:
Skyshedpodpa.com to the left or top.
Star party. To the right or below. Click on the star party That takes you to the home page.? There are links to several pages at the top of each page, which includes a registration page.??
SUSQUEHANNOCK STATE PARK IS THE NEW SITE.
Let me know if this helps. Phil
Must be something wrong with my browser...I don't see any "new" info about a different site on the hype link...nor have I ever been able to find a registration form or page.
What am I doing wrong?
Stu
On Fri, Apr 17, 2020 at 1:52 PM Prasad Agrahar via <ad_prasad= [email protected]> wrote:
Hi Salman
Welcome to YCSP group. As things stand we may have a star party in September. The site is not York. Please look at the detailed info at . There you will find all answers.?
Stay safe Prasad
Hello,
I got on this from the NASA/Goddard Astronomy Club mentioning this group's start party. You have a fall one in Sept. Is that still?happening?? And where is the registration for it? There is a limit I suppose to attendees. York is closest to me from all the ones listed in our last meeting to me (near Baltimore).?
Salman
? Thanks, Steve.? Much appreciated.? ? I am leaning towards a spring event, which can be longer than 3 days for those traveling distance.? Picking a date is always an exercise in compromise.? There are so many parties competing for events on the new moon.? This is a discussion I am hoping to have at the September party, or have a voting board for everyone to sign.? If we can get enough people to at least cover costs, I will see what I can manage. ? From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Steve Taylor
Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2020 3:24 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: [YCSP] #2020partiesUPDATE May and September parties--PLEASE READ THIS AND REPLY! ? Keep my May fees too Phil. ? Thanks for the reply, Ken and Karen¡ At this point, I¡¯ve contacted the park super, and we have a call scheduled tomorrow to discuss if the PA parks are even allowing camping in May.? They initially closed them for 2 weeks, but extended that to the end of April.? ?
-- Even a Smile is charity :)
- Prophet Muhammad
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Re: #2020partiesUPDATE May and September parties--PLEASE READ THIS AND REPLY!
#2020partiesUPDATE
I need to reply using my pc.. Lol
On Sat, Apr 18, 2020 at 8:11 AM -0400, "Stu Beaber" <wd4sel@...> wrote:
Hi Phil...Ok, I got it now. Could you tell a bit more about the electricity available. Is it electricity on the field, a charging station or just a couple outlets in a building? My problem is I depend on electricity to either (1) run my 3 battery chargers or (2) power my computers and imaging rig/mount directly. I have a Honda 2kw "quiet" generator...but most places don't allow running a generator.
Tks, Stu
Hi Stu. I'll try to help.? Please forgive me if this sounds simple or confusing.
Go to
You'll see a page with 2 choices:
Skyshedpodpa.com to the left or top.
Star party. To the right or below. Click on the star party That takes you to the home page.? There are links to several pages at the top of each page, which includes a registration page.??
SUSQUEHANNOCK STATE PARK IS THE NEW SITE.
Let me know if this helps. Phil
Must be something wrong with my browser...I don't see any "new" info about a different site on the hype link...nor have I ever been able to find a registration form or page.
What am I doing wrong?
Stu
On Fri, Apr 17, 2020 at 1:52 PM Prasad Agrahar via <ad_prasad= [email protected]> wrote:
Hi Salman
Welcome to YCSP group. As things stand we may have a star party in September. The site is not York. Please look at the detailed info at . There you will find all answers.?
Stay safe Prasad
Hello,
I got on this from the NASA/Goddard Astronomy Club mentioning this group's start party. You have a fall one in Sept. Is that still?happening?? And where is the registration for it? There is a limit I suppose to attendees. York is closest to me from all the ones listed in our last meeting to me (near Baltimore).?
Salman
? Thanks, Steve.? Much appreciated.? ? I am leaning towards a spring event, which can be longer than 3 days for those traveling distance.? Picking a date is always an exercise in compromise.? There are so many parties competing for events on the new moon.? This is a discussion I am hoping to have at the September party, or have a voting board for everyone to sign.? If we can get enough people to at least cover costs, I will see what I can manage. ? From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Steve Taylor
Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2020 3:24 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: [YCSP] #2020partiesUPDATE May and September parties--PLEASE READ THIS AND REPLY! ? Keep my May fees too Phil. ? Thanks for the reply, Ken and Karen¡ At this point, I¡¯ve contacted the park super, and we have a call scheduled tomorrow to discuss if the PA parks are even allowing camping in May.? They initially closed them for 2 weeks, but extended that to the end of April.? ?
-- Even a Smile is charity :)
- Prophet Muhammad
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Re: #2020partiesUPDATE May and September parties--PLEASE READ THIS AND REPLY!
#2020partiesUPDATE
Please share your camp gear.. Tent, RV or in- between?
On Sat, Apr 18, 2020 at 8:11 AM -0400, "Stu Beaber" <wd4sel@...> wrote:
Hi Phil...Ok, I got it now. Could you tell a bit more about the electricity available. Is it electricity on the field, a charging station or just a couple outlets in a building? My problem is I depend on electricity to either (1) run my 3 battery chargers or (2) power my computers and imaging rig/mount directly. I have a Honda 2kw "quiet" generator...but most places don't allow running a generator.
Tks, Stu
Hi Stu. I'll try to help.? Please forgive me if this sounds simple or confusing.
Go to
You'll see a page with 2 choices:
Skyshedpodpa.com to the left or top.
Star party. To the right or below. Click on the star party That takes you to the home page.? There are links to several pages at the top of each page, which includes a registration page.??
SUSQUEHANNOCK STATE PARK IS THE NEW SITE.
Let me know if this helps. Phil
Must be something wrong with my browser...I don't see any "new" info about a different site on the hype link...nor have I ever been able to find a registration form or page.
What am I doing wrong?
Stu
On Fri, Apr 17, 2020 at 1:52 PM Prasad Agrahar via <ad_prasad= [email protected]> wrote:
Hi Salman
Welcome to YCSP group. As things stand we may have a star party in September. The site is not York. Please look at the detailed info at . There you will find all answers.?
Stay safe Prasad
Hello,
I got on this from the NASA/Goddard Astronomy Club mentioning this group's start party. You have a fall one in Sept. Is that still?happening?? And where is the registration for it? There is a limit I suppose to attendees. York is closest to me from all the ones listed in our last meeting to me (near Baltimore).?
Salman
? Thanks, Steve.? Much appreciated.? ? I am leaning towards a spring event, which can be longer than 3 days for those traveling distance.? Picking a date is always an exercise in compromise.? There are so many parties competing for events on the new moon.? This is a discussion I am hoping to have at the September party, or have a voting board for everyone to sign.? If we can get enough people to at least cover costs, I will see what I can manage. ? From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Steve Taylor
Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2020 3:24 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: [YCSP] #2020partiesUPDATE May and September parties--PLEASE READ THIS AND REPLY! ? Keep my May fees too Phil. ? Thanks for the reply, Ken and Karen¡ At this point, I¡¯ve contacted the park super, and we have a call scheduled tomorrow to discuss if the PA parks are even allowing camping in May.? They initially closed them for 2 weeks, but extended that to the end of April.? ?
-- Even a Smile is charity :)
- Prophet Muhammad
|
Re: #2020partiesUPDATE May and September parties--PLEASE READ THIS AND REPLY!
#2020partiesUPDATE
Hi Phil...Ok, I got it now. Could you tell a bit more about the electricity available. Is it electricity on the field, a charging station or just a couple outlets in a building? My problem is I depend on electricity to either (1) run my 3 battery chargers or (2) power my computers and imaging rig/mount directly. I have a Honda 2kw "quiet" generator...but most places don't allow running a generator.
Tks, Stu
Hi Stu. I'll try to help.? Please forgive me if this sounds simple or confusing.
Go to
You'll see a page with 2 choices:
Skyshedpodpa.com to the left or top.
Star party. To the right or below. Click on the star party That takes you to the home page.? There are links to several pages at the top of each page, which includes a registration page.??
SUSQUEHANNOCK STATE PARK IS THE NEW SITE.
Let me know if this helps. Phil
Must be something wrong with my browser...I don't see any "new" info about a different site on the hype link...nor have I ever been able to find a registration form or page.
What am I doing wrong?
Stu
On Fri, Apr 17, 2020 at 1:52 PM Prasad Agrahar via <ad_prasad= [email protected]> wrote:
Hi Salman
Welcome to YCSP group. As things stand we may have a star party in September. The site is not York. Please look at the detailed info at . There you will find all answers.?
Stay safe Prasad
Hello,
I got on this from the NASA/Goddard Astronomy Club mentioning this group's start party. You have a fall one in Sept. Is that still?happening?? And where is the registration for it? There is a limit I suppose to attendees. York is closest to me from all the ones listed in our last meeting to me (near Baltimore).?
Salman
? Thanks, Steve.? Much appreciated.? ? I am leaning towards a spring event, which can be longer than 3 days for those traveling distance.? Picking a date is always an exercise in compromise.? There are so many parties competing for events on the new moon.? This is a discussion I am hoping to have at the September party, or have a voting board for everyone to sign.? If we can get enough people to at least cover costs, I will see what I can manage. ? From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Steve Taylor
Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2020 3:24 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: [YCSP] #2020partiesUPDATE May and September parties--PLEASE READ THIS AND REPLY! ? Keep my May fees too Phil. ? Thanks for the reply, Ken and Karen¡ At this point, I¡¯ve contacted the park super, and we have a call scheduled tomorrow to discuss if the PA parks are even allowing camping in May.? They initially closed them for 2 weeks, but extended that to the end of April.? ?
-- Even a Smile is charity :)
- Prophet Muhammad
|
Re: #2020partiesUPDATE May and September parties--PLEASE READ THIS AND REPLY!
#2020partiesUPDATE
Hi Stu. I'll try to help.? Please forgive me if this sounds simple or confusing.
Go to www.yorkcountystarparty.org
You'll see a page with 2 choices:
Skyshedpodpa.com to the left or top.
Star party. To the right or below. Click on the star party That takes you to the home page.? There are links to several pages at the top of each page, which includes a registration page.??
SUSQUEHANNOCK STATE PARK IS THE NEW SITE.
Let me know if this helps. Phil
From: < [email protected]> on behalf of Stu Beaber <wd4sel@...> Sent: Friday, April 17, 2020, 5:28 PM To: [email protected]Subject: Re: [YCSP] #2020partiesUPDATE May and September parties--PLEASE READ THIS AND REPLY! Must be something wrong with my browser...I don't see any "new" info about a different site on the hype link...nor have I ever been able to find a registration form or page.
What am I doing wrong?
Stu
On Fri, Apr 17, 2020 at 1:52 PM Prasad Agrahar via <ad_prasad= [email protected]> wrote:
Hi Salman
Welcome to YCSP group. As things stand we may have a star party in September. The site is not York. Please look at the detailed info at . There you will find all answers.?
Stay safe Prasad
Hello,
I got on this from the NASA/Goddard Astronomy Club mentioning this group's start party. You have a fall one in Sept. Is that still?happening?? And where is the registration for it? There is a limit I suppose to attendees. York is closest to me from all the ones listed in our last meeting to me (near Baltimore).?
Salman
? Thanks, Steve.? Much appreciated.? ? I am leaning towards a spring event, which can be longer than 3 days for those traveling distance.? Picking a date is always an exercise in compromise.? There are so many parties competing for events on the new moon.? This is a discussion I am hoping to have at the September party, or have a voting board for everyone to sign.? If we can get enough people to at least cover costs, I will see what I can manage. ? From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Steve Taylor
Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2020 3:24 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: [YCSP] #2020partiesUPDATE May and September parties--PLEASE READ THIS AND REPLY! ? Keep my May fees too Phil. ? Thanks for the reply, Ken and Karen¡ At this point, I¡¯ve contacted the park super, and we have a call scheduled tomorrow to discuss if the PA parks are even allowing camping in May.? They initially closed them for 2 weeks, but extended that to the end of April.? ?
-- Even a Smile is charity :)
- Prophet Muhammad
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Re: Secure RE: [YCSP] #2020partiesUPDATE May and September parties--PLEASE READ THIS AND REPLY!
#2020partiesUPDATE
Thanks Tom.
On Fri, Apr 17, 2020 at 4:46 PM -0400, "Tom Bryant" <NGC7492@...> wrote:
Hi Phil,
? I've been reading this, but not responding. Sorry, but didn't have
much to add that others had not already said.
? I'm out for May (as, I suspect is most everyone else) If September
happens, and I'm not wrapped around other axles, I'd love to come.
? Tom B.
On 4/17/20 1:47 PM, Phil De Rosa wrote:
>
> Hi Tom,
>
> I don¡¯t see anything from you so far.? Hope to see everyone in September.
>
> Phil
>
> *From:* [email protected] *On Behalf Of *Thomas MANSON
> *Sent:* Friday, April 17, 2020 11:37 AM
> *To:* [email protected]
> *Subject:* Re: [YCSP] #2020partiesUPDATE May and September
> parties--PLEASE READ THIS AND REPLY!
>
> Hi Phil, I don¡¯t remember if I sent you anything for May or not, but
> if I did, and if you just can¡¯t shift it to September, then just keep
> it and I register for September separately.
>
>
> Thanks,
>
> Tom
>
>
>
> On Apr 17, 2020, at 11:31 AM, Phil De Rosa
> > wrote:
>
> ?
>
> Thanks, Steve.? Much appreciated.
>
> I am leaning towards a spring event, which can be longer than 3
> days for those traveling distance.? Picking a date is always an
> exercise in compromise.? There are so many parties competing for
> events on the new moon. ?This is a discussion I am hoping to have
> at the September party, or have a voting board for everyone to
> sign.? If we can get enough people to at least cover costs, I will
> see what I can manage.
>
> *From:* [email protected] > *On Behalf Of *Steve Taylor
> *Sent:* Thursday, April 16, 2020 3:24 PM
> *To:* [email protected]
> *Subject:* Re: [YCSP] #2020partiesUPDATE May and September
> parties--PLEASE READ THIS AND REPLY!
>
> Keep my May fees too Phil.
>
> Steve
>
> On Thu, 16 Apr 2020 at 15:05, Phil De Rosa
> > wrote:
>
> Thanks for the reply, Ken and Karen¡
>
> At this point, I¡¯ve contacted the park super, and we have a
> call scheduled tomorrow to discuss if the PA parks are even
> allowing camping in May.? They initially closed them for 2
> weeks, but extended that to the end of April.
>
>
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