Etiquette

Etiquette for public star parties

Don’t use white lights. Use red lights (put red tape over your flashlight) if you must use a light.
If you come to a star party without a telescope please park some distance away from the observing site to save room for those with heavy equipment to carry.
Never touch the equipment without permission. But don’t be afraid to ask.
Never touch any glass optical surface.
Avoid loud and boisterous behavior. Star-gazing is a quiet, peaceful activity.
Don’t litter.
Drive very slowly so as to avoid people (especially children) and to prevent kicking up dust.
Watch your step (but don’t use a flashlight). Be especially careful of wires on the ground. Some scopes require power and the use of a battery.
Children — please keep an eye on them and instruct them not to run around nor to touch the equipment.
Pets — check ahead if pets are allowed as it depends on the venue and rules established by the club putting on the star party.
Music — please no music.
Smoking — no smoking allowed at any of the sites that SJAA puts on public star parties.
Alcohol — no alcohol allowed at any of the sites that SJAA puts on public star parties.