[sac-board] Re: Time for a warning statement on website?

Hmmmm.... How about filing a "Mining Claim" or applying for a "cattle 
grazing permit"....Nothing sez you can't work on your claim or check yer 
stock at night!
Gene Lucas
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Andrew Goodwin wrote:

>  You are correct, Thad. And all should be aware that we are uninvited 
>guests at this site. The exact statement by the land owner when I asked 
>permission to use this site was "we could just say no and you could 
>continue to use the site." This statement means that we all know that we 
>are trespassing and they don't want to prosecute and they can't be held 
>liable for any injury that may occur. As I have already noted I again 
>contacted them concerning the cargo units. And I am still awaiting an 
>answer. As regards to the idea of other property for observation sites, 
>the issue seems to be dead. No one wants to grant permission due to the 
>possibility of  being sued. It is just another case of common sense. We 
>should look into BLM land for dark sites.
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>As Rick T. says that is just my 2 (pick your currency) worth.
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>Andrew Goodwin
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>Thad Robosson wrote:
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>>Hey all,
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>>Given Chuck's email regarding a meth lab being found near Flatiron, I 
>>think it may
>>be a good idea to put some sort of statement from the club on the 
>>appropriate
>>pages for star parties.  Something to the effect...
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>>"While we do use this site for club parties, we have some recommendations
>>regarding their use....
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>>1)  We discourage observing at these sites alone.  We recommend visiting 
>>these
>>sites only if accompanied by others, preferably with a second vehicle.
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>>2)  We strongly advise having some means of contacting emergency services
>>if the need arises.  Cell phones are a must.
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>>3)  We strongly discourage anyone intervening with any activity that 
>>appears to be
>>illegal.  Don't be a hero, call the appropriate agency.
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>>4)  ALWAYS let others know exactly where you are going to be, and when 
>>you expect
>>to return.  Stick to the plan.
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>>Astronomy is supposed to be fun.  Follow these guidelines, and enjoy the 
>>night sky!"
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>>Any thoughts? Additions?
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>>Thad
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