Ann, I have not set up my scope in the main part of Zion NP. A few years ago we found an empty cul-de-sac in the Anasazi Plateau subdivision above Rockville. Now they have built homes there so we need to find another location near that area. I think I'll take a drive over there in a couple of weeks and look for a new site. I haven't observed in Snow Canyon since 2001. The views are better west of Snow Canyon because of the light dome of St George. The Keyenta subdivision isn't bad for a week night. The reason I like the Kolob site so well is because it is off I-15 and only takes about 50 minutes to get there. The light dome of St George is off to the southwest and ther is a small light dome from Cedar City. Otherwise, it is very dark there. But at an elevation of 6000 feet, I need to find a suitable dark winter observing site, away from drunks and ATV's. Debbie On Wed Oct 21 8:47 , Ann House <ann@annhouse.org> sent:

Debbie,

Have you ever set up your scope in Zion NP? It would be warmer than Bryce and Kolob Canyon and camping is possible as are rooms in town. I didn't get in much night sky viewing this past year and going to Zion would extend my season. We could help celebrate Zion's 100th year.

Do you still have private star parties in Snow Canyon?

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