THE 2007 ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY CAMP

Fri 5th - Sun/Mon 8th October 2007, Possum Observatory, Gisborne

A gathering of astrophotographers at a dark site near Gisborne, New Zealand

* The third annual RASNZ Astrophotography Section camp will be held at a dark sky site about 11 kms from Gisborne (NZ) from Friday 5th until Sunday 7th October 2007 (people are welcome to stay Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun nights if they wish though - it's the last weekend of the school holidays).

* The focus of the weekend will be astrophotography - where we image at night and discuss imaging and processing techniques during the day (but people are more than welcome to just come and observe the celestial splendours overhead - I have two 41cm scopes, etc). For an approximate program of events click here.

* It will be held on a small farm near the little township of Patutahi. The site offers a dark sky. The weather in Gisborne is often fine and so we're hoping for a clear weekend.

* The weekend costs $15 per person, per night to cover power and water - and a nightly BBQ. Accomodation is either tents, caravans (bring your own), or sleeping communally in a 8 x 6m shed (space is also available in John's house). If you want a fun observing weekend you're welcome to come!!!