What Makes the Oregon Star Party a Must-Visit for Stargazing Enthusiasts?

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The Oregon Star Party is highly recommended for stargazing enthusiasts, particularly those in the Pacific Northwest. Attendees enjoy a welcoming atmosphere with numerous telescopes available for public use and engaging talks throughout the day. Participants appreciate the community's eagerness to share knowledge without condescension. The event features impressive equipment, including large telescopes that provide breathtaking views of the night sky. Overall, the Oregon Star Party offers a unique and enriching experience for anyone passionate about astronomy.
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Don't come over to GA very often, but when I do, it's regarding something I saw on Facebook...
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I have found my people. And they are nerds.

The Oregon Star Party was awesome! (http://www.oregonstarparty.org/) If you love stars and live in the PNW, put it on your calendar for next year. There were fascinating talks during the day and telescopes EVERYWHERE setup at night.

Super friendly people and very open to sharing their telescope views and knowledge of the night sky. I loved that everyone was eager to share their knowledge and expertise, but it was never demeaning or "Oh... you don't know about that?..." kind of thing.

This is the biggest scope that was out there. It was awesome. I got to peek through the eyepiece. It was amazing. ..am I gushing enough yet? *laughing*

Lots more pics to come.
Cheers and clear skies, ya'll.

Hopefully, this hasn't been posted already... :blushing:
 
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