Stardate 2011 (North Island) 6th - 11th January

[The Phoenix Astronomical Society]

Stardate 2011 (North Island) 6th - 11th January

This will be the 23rd year that Stardate has been held, making it the
longest running Starparty in New Zealand.

The camp site in Tukituki Valley by the river offers a wonderful
horizon, away from cloud-attracting hills and city lights, as well as
the normal camping and cooking facilities. Weather permitting,
participants will be looking forward to lots of observing time. Many
participants bring telescopes and for some, it’s their first
telescopic view of the heavens. There is ample opportunity to mix and
mingle with other astronomy enthusiasts. Some people here have 30-40
years experience; others are complete newcomers.

There is a programme of talks, workshops, videos and a telescope trail
organised to complement skywatching. There will also be sessions for
the children looking at the solar system and the Universe. Whatever
the weather, Stardate will be great astronomical experience - a
chance to ask questions, share ideas, and make or renew old
friendships.

Details and registration forms are available at
http://www.astronomynz.org.nz/stardate/stardate.html
Early Bird applies to all paid registrations received on or by
Wednesday 1st December.

If you are intending to give a talk or run a workshop, please send
Antony (a.g...@niwa.co.nz) a title and description of your
presentation by Friday 26th November. Thank you to those that have
already sent in your details. A more detailed programme will be
available on the website early December.

We look forward to seeing you there.