Here's a link to a site describing accessing coyote flat (sanger
meadow) from big pine. Lots of pics. Definitely a 4wd trip.
http://www.gbr.4wdtrips.net/4x4/glacierview-sanger.htm
On Apr 26, 2007, at 8:19 PM, Mark Wagner wrote:
> Steve Gottlieb said:
>
>> I agree 10,000 feet elevation is not a problem for most people
>> (there are exceptions, though, as you mentioned). But it's a
>> different question if 10,000+ feet gives you an advantage in terms
>> of visual observing.
>>
>
> To me, the fact that its 10,000 feet it almost beside the point,
> unless it causes loss of visual acuity. Its kind of a cool thought
> to be at high elevation though. What is of interest to me is the
> size of the area, its apparent great horizons, and openness. I'm
> interested in finding the best site for a large group, for visual
> and imaging, where if possible we can stay with equipment set up
> and left up. I had thought about Grandview, but it is limited in
> size... actually it is pretty good size from what Google Earth
> shows, but it is also well known and popular - and first come first
> serve for camping. This new site, if it turns out to be as good as
> it looks, could be an awesome location.
>
> When should we try it?
>
> BTW.... if there is another large area out there in a good sky
> location, at maybe 7,000 feet or so, I'd like to know about it....
>
> TAC's Golden State Star Party at Mount Lassen
> July 11 - 14, 2007 http://www.goldenstatestarparty.org
TAC's Golden State Star Party at Mount Lassen
July 11 - 14, 2007 http://www.goldenstatestarparty.org
Received on Thu Apr 26 20:40:14 2007