Re: Next Up --> CalStar

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> People seem to like the concept of CalStar as this very simple event. U
Just my thinking...

I think this is a crucial point. As you mentioned, a lot of the same
people get involved and contribute time at Calstar as GSSP. Having two
major events is just too much. I like the idea of having:

One Big yearly event. Long drive. Excellent conditions. Daytime
activities. Bespoke facilities (showers, potties). Community tents.
Speakers. Multi day. Public night - GSSP.

One smaller event. Shorter drive to still good conditions. No speakers.
Park facilities. No activities. No public event. Just a simple,
reasonable sized get together - Calstar.

The gray area between the two is clearly meal service. If it can be done
easily and cheaply, then I think most would be 'for' it. If it gets to
be too much organization, or too much financial risk, I think that
available 'organizational energy' is all spent by the end of GSSP, and
any available energy is better spent ON gssp itself.

GSSP is (will be) one of the country's premier star parties with
best-in-state skies, and a full slate of outreach and activities.

Calstar is a simple, serious observing event for observers.

Pete

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