I'm all for exploring the possibilities of another dark observing site, whether it's in addition to or in replacement of sites like Sentinel or Vekol. Personally, I've not had any bad experiences at Vekol or Sentinel = or even Farnsworth Ranch, but a site located on the north side of I-8 does = get us out of the path of egress for those unsavory activities we all know = go on in that area. I like having the Schwaar memorial event at this time of year. = Scheduling it closer to summer's end when the temperatures may be warmer also = carries the increased risk of a weather-related cancellation. I'll agree that it got a little chilly at Sentinel on Sunday morning (38=B0 F was my lowest reading), but I can dress appropriately to ward off dropping temperatures... I can do nothing about cloudy skies. That's my 2=A2 Peter=20 -- See message header for info on list archives or unsubscribing, and please send personal replies to the author, not the list.