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Hello - will there be any private sale/swap tables or event ? Are "for sale" signs allowed in camp ? I have a couple of telescopes I would like to offer for sale while I am attending. Strictly personal, not a dealer.

I know the basics for hiding items from scavenging wildlife (no open jelly jars, etc). How active and nosy are the black bears there ?

I think I read there will be a couple of basic electric power sockets - could you use some heavy extension cables and multi-outlet bars for attendee hospitality purposes ? (I have a bunch I use with my band).

When you have a chance,? I'd like to confirm my reservation. I'm not sure

Hello everyone.? I hope everyone and your families are well,

I'll try to keep this short....? (please stop laughing!)
The parties are approaching, and both are still planned.? Here's the current status on multiple topics

First, and most importantly, Covid issues:

1. I will be striving for a safe party.? I am planning to follow the then-current CDC recommendations for protection, and will go further if necessary and allowed.??
This is a camping event, so if you are observing solo, and maintaining 'social distance", Masks will not be mandatory.? Since we now know that the virus IS STILL TRANSMITTED BY PEOPLE WHO ARE VACCINATED, for safety's sake, MASKS ARE REQUIRED WHEN WITHIN SOCIAL DISTANCES, WHETHER OR NOT YOU HAVE BEEN VACCINATED.? The logic for this is that many of us know someone who either cannot or will not get vaccinated.? That includes kids and grandkids under 12 that you may come into contact with, people who cannot get vaccinated because of health issues or religious reasons, as well as people who believe they need more evidence the vaccine is safe enough.

ALSO, I will NOT infringe on HIPPA regulations, requiring people to show their vaccination certificate.? HOWEVER, those that DO wish to show such evidence upon entry will receive a BUTTON ON ARRIVAL stating that they got their shot.? Anyone not showing proof of vaccination will not get a button, so that others can take precautions when necessary to help keep the risk lower for all.? Even though the vaccine has been proven to dramatically lower the severity of infections and deaths, it is NOT 100% effective in preventing all infections or transmissions.? What does occur, though, worries me less than NOT taking the vaccine.

For safety's sake, I am planning to cap PRE-REGISTRATIONS for each event to 50 vehicles in the play field and 10 RV site user vehicles in the RV lot, to allow for more social distancing.? Hopefully next year we can plan on allowing more attendees.? THIS IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE DEPENDING ON WHAT IS HAPPENING WITH COVID IN AUGUST..? I'm hoping I can allow more attendees, and am planning to give an update before the end of August.??
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2.? Andrew of the Busy Bee Food concession is planning to attend both events.? I hope you are hungry.? At night, i believe he is planning to enjoy astronomy as well.? If he has time, LOL.? I will ask him to explain how food service will be operated safely.? Stay tuned for that...

3.? Online registration will continue UNTIL the 31st of August, at the rates published on the website.? RATES WILL INCREASE AT THE ENTRANCE for individuals and families by $5.? Student and day pass rates will not increase at this time.

4.? I have ordered one HANDYCAP JIFFYJON for each event, to be placed on the field near the batting cage, to save time and footsteps to the flush toilets at the bathrooms.? This will also help limit exposure to light from the one pole light that will kept on.? I am planning to try to shield it and filter it red, if possible.? Same for bathroom lighting, both of which are safety issues by the State Parks officials.??

5.? I have discussed options for a shower on-site, and if I can prevent and retain used gray water from being released on the ground, I may be able to set up the 2-roon camp shower tent I was able to purchase on PRIME DAY.? A small contribution may be requested for it's use.??

6.? Next year, with an earlier start, may allow adding T-shirts and possibly a Chinese Raffle.? Hopefully Covid won't be as big an issue as it is now becoming, again.
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NOTE: Please share this info with your friends and clubs ASAP.? There is still room available at both events.? While we have never filled this facility before, this will allow everyone to have a safe prime observing site in this one-of-a-kind dark site on the East Coast near all the big cities.??

I wish to thank all of you for your years of support.? After the 2019 event, good skies even with less than perfect conditions, I'm hoping we have a true winner with this location.??
I wish all of you a safe summer, and look forward to seeing everyone at these events.??
Phil
York County Star Party

This website has links to the IO group news group, the facebook page, and most of the info you need.

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Hi Phil, this is Pete Kellermann, I don't know if you remember me or not, I missed the last few years but I've been coming to the York County (Mason Dixon) star party since the days down at Spring Valley. I registered last month with paypal, didn't see a form to fill out, just want to make sure I'm a go. It was for the October star party.

Pete Kellermann

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Hello ALL !? ?Many of the members of this group have been faithful supporters of this party.??
I would like to keep you informed, if you'd like to make it to this year's parties:
Here's where we stand:?
Registration has been open for about 2 weeks.??Some newbies, and some of the usual suspects....
The September party is about 3 months away.? The ballfield registrations are at almost 20% full already.
The October party is about 4 months away.? The ballfield registrations are about 10% full.
I heard that Almost Heaven Star Party has been cancelled this year..
I hope that if you folks can make it, you decide to register soon.? There are about 60 members in this group alone, and DVAA alone has about 170 members.? MERAL got info to send to all the Mid-Atlantic clubs that belong to the Astronomical League.? I can hope that we don't have any damages from vehicles this year, and maybe the limit could be reviewed for next year's parties.
That's it for now.? I hope you all manage to stay cool this weekend, and have time to put those winter coats away that we needed last weekend....
Phil

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Thanks, Phil. That’s an excellent message for today.

Well a? bit off topic ;-)

Black Forest SP is on the 1sr- 3rd October, so far.

Steve
President Central PA observers - BFSP organisers.

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Don: I registered Pam & me for the October star party. I may get a nearby hotel for the night.

Hi Phil