Here are some things that we would like you to know before you leave for TSP April 28-May 5, 2019.

View aerial maps of the observing/camping areas at
https://texasstarparty.org/getting-there-what-to-bring/#setup

—————

The front gate will be open at Noon on Sunday. Do not arrive before then because you will
have to wait in the long line of cars that forms up for hours beforehand.
By 1:00 PM there are little or no lines.

Warning: If your vehicle (especially RVs) cannot pull completely clear (right) of the white line on the side of the road, you may be asked to leave the line and return later.

————–

For Late Arrivals: The front gates of the Ranch are closed at 9:00 PM to restrict traffic and minimize disturbance to observers. DO NOT plan to arrive at night. Park your car outside the gates if you arrive after 9 PM.  You can drive in the next morning for loading/unloading.

————–

Are you NEW to TSP/first-timer? BE SURE TO READ:
https://texasstarparty.org/getting-there-what-to-bring/
and our schedule at:
https://texasstarparty.org/activities/meeting-schedule/
and our activities at:
https://texasstarparty.org/activities/

————–

Observe on the 82″ at McDonald !!
(Friday or Saturday night)
https://texasstarparty.org/observe-at-mcdonald/

————–

Post items that you are bringing out to TSP in our For Sale/Trade Forum!
https://texasstarparty.org/forums/forum/for-saletrade-forum/

————–

Be prepared, when coming to our unique but remote location!
Using radios to help with no cellphone coverage…
Medical attention, fire and other hazards. Communications and helping others.
https://texasstarparty.org/emergency/

————–

The famous Texas Star Party Observing Lists are available on the TSP activities page at:
https://texasstarparty.org/activities/tsp-observing-programs/

————–

TSP improved communications!  Bring your FRS/GMRS radio
(Ch 6 for attendees, GMRS Ch15 Sub11 for TSP staff)

Ham radio folks bring your VHF/UHF radios and find out about our W5TSP Repeater, Daily Nets,
Emergency Drill and more at:
https://texasstarparty.org/activities/tsp-amateur-radio/

————–

Be sure to let your spouse know about TSP Ladies, and their activities!
https://texasstarparty.org/activities/tsp-ladies/

Don’t forget TSP night-at-the-Movies, ‘Them’ on Tuesday 7 PM!

————–

If you’ve produced or improved a telescope or accessory, created astronomy art or an astro-image over the last year, bring it to show us!
https://texasstarparty.org/creative/

————–

Check out the Open Rooms page to see whats available for housing on the Ranch.
https://texasstarparty.org/openings/

————–
Tuesday is Science Fiction Day!

————–

If you have any questions, please send an email to:
tsp@texasstarparty.org