Dark-sky nights
The weekend nights nearest new moon, at the field under a properly dark sky.
The Moon at new moon
Why new moon
The weekend nights nearest new moon, when the sky is darkest: galaxies, nebulae and the Milky Way through the big telescopes at the field.
Where
Cutler Ridge field, 22 km north
When
From 30 minutes after sunset
Who
Members and their guests
Booking
Members, guests by request
Cancelled
If cloudy at 17:00
Facts (sample).
What to bring to the field
Short list, learned the cold way by every member.
- A hat, gloves and one more warm layer than you think
- A red torch, or borrow one at the gate
- A folding chair and a hot drink
- Binoculars if you have them
Come out on a club night
Club nights are free for members and open to anyone on moon and planet nights. Bring warm clothes; we bring the telescopes.