Re: Hi there

Hi, Sherman.

Regarding Garland Ranch: true, it's just a parking lot along the road, so it's not really any
good for deep-sky observing. However, we (MIRA) do use it for public star parties once a
month or so. The next one is Nov. 20th, if you're interested in participating (I'm the lead
astronomer/coordinator for the event).

The closest dark sky site to Monterey is Fremont Peak, about 45 miles from my home. Beyond
that, I'll leave it to the other TAC'os to provide you with more than enough info on other dark
sky sites that are relatively close.

Clear skies!

Jim ..... :-)

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Jim Bartolini nytgems@No-Spam
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----- Original Message -----
  From: Sherman Johns
  To: tac@No-Spam
  Sent: Saturday, November 07, 2009 11:44 AM
  Subject: [TAC] Hi there

  Hi there everyone,

  I am new to the area and just moved from Hawaii to Monterey. I will only be staying here for a short while, 15 months to be exact, but want to make the most of my time here. I have been trying to find dark sites that are relatively close to Monterey. I recently used Pinnacles National Park, but it is quite a ways (~90 minutes) from where I live.

  I also saw that Garland Ranch Park was listed, but found out (by driving there today) that it is basically a parking lot adjacent to the main road.which I assume has a lot of traffic in the evening. Can anyone suggest a site that is within 45 minute driving distance from Monterey, where one can escape the fog (I have a permanent wood pier in my backyard, that has seen little use due to fog) and the light J?

  Thanks in advance!

  Sherman

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