2011 CSPG Fall Star Party
October 24-30 , 2011

SAVE THE DATE!!!

Star Party Electrical Note: All attendees will have "Astro-Electric" included in your registration fees. "Astro-Electric" means electricity to power telescopes, imagers, and associated astronomy equipment -- not space heaters, refrigerators, and big screen TV's.  Additionally, there are over 40 RV electrical hookups ranging from 20A - 50A available for an additional cost of $75 (on the registration form) that can be reserved first-come, first-served basis.

IMPORTANT INSURANCE AND LEGAL ATTENDANCE NOTICE
Each year CSPG purchases a special event insurance policy to cover The Fall Star Party.  There have been SIGNIFICANT changes in our 2010 policy. In past years, attendee's have been allowed to setup on multiple fields. The insurance company is stipulating that due to the growing size and complexity of our event (RV's, electrical hookups, power outlets, running water, showers, power cords on the field, night time operations, on site food preparation, low light conditions, etc.) the only area coverage will be provided is on the CSPG observing field. No other adjacent CAV property will be covered by this special event policy during the week. As such, if you plan to attend The Fall Star Party you must be setup and located only on the designated field. We will no longer be able to allow people to register and set up on alternate property.  It is imperative that you understand that if you register but choose to set up on that field, you will not be allowed to come on site and no refunds will be given.  There will be no exceptions to the front field.  CSPG is not trying to be difficult, however, we must adhere to these new guidelines in order not to jeopardize coverage and protection for those setup in properly designated areas. Submission of this registration constitutes your understanding of this new policy.
HOTEL / OFF-SITE ATTENDEES - We understand that each year, a number of attendees do not camp on the field and either stay in area hotels or with off-site hosts.  This has been and will still be allowed provided the registered attendee is setup with their equipment on the CSPG Observing Field and adheres to the CSPG Policies and Rules for the designated parking and after dark departures.

2011 Registration Form (acrobat)

UNFORTUNATELY, ALL REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.

Please note that due to PayPal gambling purchase restrictions,

we cannot accept PayPal payments for raffle tickets. All PayPal payments should be made to john@novakastro.com

Schedule of Events
If you have any special requests, needs, or any questions at all, please email John Novak -- our accommodating concierge service that sets the Fall Star Party apart from the rest!  The Star Party will go on Rain or Shine and NO REFUNDS will be given.

Below is the current schedule of events for the 2010 CSPG Fall Star Party.  These events are current as of the time of posting, but are subject to change without notice.

Click here for a satellite image of the observing field for the fall star party.

Registration Hours
Registration begins at 8am on Monday (10/24) morning. Early arrival is not permitted for the Fall Star Party.  The field will be cleared prior to the party by all non-staff visitors beginning Friday (10/21) to prepare the field. There are many campgrounds and hotels within a 30 mile radius of Chiefland, please make other arrangements if you plan on arriving in the area prior to Monday (10/24) at 8am. Vendors may setup beginning at noon on Sunday (10/23).
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
  

Speakers
If you would like to speak at the Fall Star Party, please email John Novak

Wednesday 12:00 - Jean M. Hill, NASA Safety and Reliability Engineer

Saturday 12:00 - Douglas B. George, Cyanogen Imaging Products - Diffraction Limited: MaxIm DL

Contests
Astro-Imaging (several experience levels and subjects)
Astro-Processing
MallinCam Imaging

Vendors (alphabetically)
If you would like additional information about becoming a Vendor or Sponsor at the Fall Star Party, please email John O'Neill
Astro Gizmos - Astronomy Accessories
Best Western Chiefland - Group Discount (Mention Fall Star Party) to get a rate of $70 (regular rate $83) - Call 352-493-0663 for reservations prior to October 1, 2011)
Camera Concepts - Telescopes and Binoculars
Howie Glatter - Collamation and Laser Accessories
Meade - Telescopes, Coronado Solar Telescopes, Accessories
Starlight Instruments - Feather-Touch Focusers

Raffle/Door Prizes (please see Sponsors/Links Page for more details and links)
Please email Paul Atkinson for information on Sponsors / Door Prizes
RAFFLE - TMB-92mm Signature Series f/5.5 Apo triplet refractor telescope (Value $1500)  Courtesy of Astronomics     
Set of 6 Astro-Tech Paradigm Series Dual ED 1.25" Eyepieces (5,8,12,15,18,25mm) Courtesy of Astronomics
Set of 6 Astro-Tech AF Series 70 degree FOV 1.25"/2" Eyepieces (10,15,20,26,32,38mm) Courtesy of Astronomics

Astronomy Activities
Starhopping for new astronomers
Chiefland Experience

Other Activities (sign up at registration)
Ping Pong Tournament
Foosball Tournament
Cornhole Tournament

Green Lasers - Green Lasers are prohibited at all CSPG registered events.

The CSPG Observation Field and All Facilities (CSPG Site) are privately owned, and every person visiting the CSPG Site is using it at their own risk.  The respective CSPG Site owners make every effort to ensure the field and facilities are safe and  in good working order, but assume no liability for damages to any person, equipment, animal, vehicle, or any other items brought on to the property.  Visitors to the CSPG site waive any rights or claims against CSPG Site owners, agents, vendors, attendees, or visitors.