[Lvas] Valley of Fire

[Rob]

See below:

Marc Levy wrote:
> I am planning on attending next weekend at valley of fire if everyone is
> still going. Since I have never been there I just have a few questions.
>
> 1. Directions to the site? Take I-15 north to the next exit past the landfill and Hwy 93 (Great Basin Hwy) exit.  The exit will be marked for the Valley of Fire and the Indian Smoke shop is right off the interstate.  Follow the road into the Valley of Fire.  There has been a change in location for this weekend's observing.  The Rangers have moved us back to White Domes, so proceed to the Visitor's Center, which is on the left (also maked with signs).  Follow the road up the hill past Mouse's Tank to the end of the road which terminates at White Domes.
>
> 2. Does everyone park away from the telescopes or do you park and view right
> next to cars. I ask that because if I have to leave early will I be able to
> get out of the parking lot without disturbing everyone. And since I am
> unable to lift anything because of back surgery I have to bring a dolly to
> transport the scope. Parking is allowed with the scopes.  If you have to leave early, park nearer to the exit of the parking lot with your vehicle pointed out.
>
> 3. What time do people start arriving and how late are you guys out there
> until? People will start setting up anywhere from just before dusk to an hour or two before dusk.  Some folks come a little earlier and get in some solar viewing.  There were three sun spots visibile this past weekend when Dave Blanchette and I supported the Teachers from Ronnow Elem School.  As far as how long members will be there, that totally depends on the individual.  Some folks only stay a couple of hours.  There may be some there until after 3am.  The last time, most people left before midnight, so it just depends.
Hope this helps.

Rob
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