Hertford Astronomy Group Observing Section (HAGOBS)
Would you like to join in with a bit of group observing? Whether you are a naked eye, binocular or telescope observer it can be much more fun gathering together and sharing the views. We have a group where we can meet up and spend some time viewing the wonders of the night sky. Naturally, our biggest enemy is cloud so we have to be ready to go and just as ready to cancel should conditions change. We have arranged with a local parish council that we can use the field at Bramfield village when conditions are favourable. We have a few conditions of our own to make sure that observers are safe and respectful to local residents. Sounds interesting? Just complete the “Visual Observing Response” form so that we can contact you when we are planning our next session. We look forward to seeing you and some stars!
Visual Observing Response Visual Observing Response Alana Richard
How it works. • Register your interest with the “Visual Observing Response” button above. • One of our team will contact you via WhatsApp or email 2-3 days ahead of when they are planning to hold an observation evening. • You will need to respond to that invitation so that we will know if the event is viable. • Just turn up between the hours stated in the invitation. • If the event has to be cancelled for any reason you will be notified up to two hours before the start time.
Rules/Guides at Observation Sites • For our security on site, at least two Members must be present at all times and one must be a committee member. • Attendees will arrive no earlier than stated start time pre-arranged. • All Committee members attending shall wear Hi-Vis jackets with club logo. • Parking to be within the confines of the car parking area and not on any approach roads. • All attendees will respect the neighbourhood with regards to noise and lights, so not to cause any disturbance to the local area. • Any attendees requiring the use of the toilet facilities at the site MUST ensure they leave it clean/tidy and the lights are switched off on exit. • Evening sessions will end around 11pm or earlier and can be cancelled at short notice so PLEASE check for updates before leaving home. • Attendees will be liable for their own property that they bring along to a session and any rubbish created to be disposed of correctly. • Attendees should ensure they come prepared for the session of observation with correct warm clothing, warm drinks and snacks. • In the interest of all those visually observing any light being used (once set up is complete), should be red coloured to keep best night vision. Thank you for your co-operation and we hope that you enjoy your observing sessions.
At the moment we have an arrangement with Bramfield, Hertford. (What 3 words https://what3words.com/caged.galaxy.junior) If you know of any other suitable sites then we will be pleased to hear from you
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Hertford Astronomy Group Observing Section (HAGOBS)
Would you like to join in with a bit of group observing? Whether you are a naked eye, binocular or telescope observer it can be much more fun gathering together and sharing the views. We have a group where we can meet up and spend some time viewing the wonders of the night sky. Naturally, our biggest enemy is cloud so we have to be ready to go and just as ready to cancel should conditions change. We have arranged with a local parish council that we can use the field at Bramfield village when conditions are favourable. We have a few conditions of our own to make sure that observers are safe and respectful to local residents. Sounds interesting? Just complete the “Visual Observing Response” form so that we can contact you when we are planning our next session. We look forward to seeing you and some stars!
Alana Richard Visual Observing Response Visual Observing Response
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