Frequently asked questions about the new CSP location

Q: Where will Registration be located?
A: Registration will be in the Dining Hall instead of at the entrance. Find your spot and then register.

Q: How dark are the skies compared to Ashford?
A: At least 1 Mag darker.

Q: Are there restrooms or portable facilities relatively close to where people will be camping?
A: Each observing location has adequate latrine or restroom facilities near by.

Q: For attendees with limited mobility, where would the best place to camp be?
A: That would depend on the limitation of mobility. People with limited mobility will be provided instructions on where to park in each observing area so they can drive to the other venues.

Q: How do I choose where I want to set up my scope?
A: That is a first come first served basis, depending on your needs. If you want to be near the showers, Brownsea is best choice.

Q: Are cars allowed on the fields?
A: Yes. Each field has a location for overnight parking and day parking. Overnight parking is for anyone who is not planning on leaving till the event is over. Day parking is a location for anyone planning on leaving during the night for either limited mobility attendee’s or anyone not staying through the observing time. Instructions will be supplied for parking in each field, as well as where RV’s depending on size will be allowed to park.

Q: Is there driving allowed between the fields?
A: No. For safety concerns there will not be any driving between fields by attendees.

Q: Is their cell phone service at the site?
A: Yes, Major service providers have adequate service.

Q: Is there WiFi service at the site?
A: No.

Q: Are the fields level?
A: All fields have slight grades and level location. We will have the level locations roped off where you can set up your equipment.

Q: What if we need to leave after dark?
A: Not a problem. However you will need to park in the designated Day Parking areas.

Q: What else is different between Ashford and Goshen?
A: There are a few things:

Gate opens an hour early at 3pm on Friday afternoon.
Observing time on Friday night starts later, 9pm (vs. 8pm). This will allow more time to set up in the new location.
Gate closes at 8pm (vs. 10pm) Saturday when observing begins.
There are designated Day Parking locations for anyone not remaining after observing starts.
There are “Private Family Bunk” rooms. Only 2 rooms available on a first come first served basis.

Brownsea Field at the Edmund D. Strang Scout Reservation.

Camporee Field at the Edmund D. Strang Scout Reservation, facing west.