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Hosted by Chris Beckett & Shane Ludtke, two amateur astronomers in Saskatchewan. actualastronomy@gmail.com

In this podcast (Episode 519) we talk with a special guest & long-time listener Clint Reading (from Nebraska, formerly from Idaho) about his astro-tourism trips to OzSky which is a biannual event for amateur astronomers from the northern hemisphere to have the opportunity to see the southern skies. We learn how to prepare for an astronomy trip to Australia, what to bring to get the most out of a week under the southern stars and how you can take advantage of these events. This is part of our New Years resolution to have more listener guests since there are so many of you doing astronomy activities that Shane and I can only dream of. 

Introduction:

• So welcome to the show Clint!
• We've been chatting for years so it's great to speak in person.
• Can you tell us a little about where you are and how you became interested in astronomy?
• How have you progressed through the hobby?
• Are you in any clubs?
• Are you visual, imaging, both?
• What equipment are you using?
• You've had some interesting adventures I recall you went to Lowell a couple years back to a public event, how was that?

Main Show:

• Let's talk about your trip down south to OzSky (not to be confused with Ozzfest)
• So where is OzSky and what is it exactly?
• What is OzSky exactly?
• How is it organized? days/nights?  Speakers?
• Cost?
• Other amateurs?
• How did you plan for the trip?
• What did you take for equipment and observing guides?
• What equipment do they provide?
• Day trips?

Conclusion:

• Does anyone have anything to add?
• Thanks for joining us today Clint, we really appreciate it.
• Clear skies!

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