Earth Hour BBQ and Stargazing - Sat, Mar 29 2008

Earth Hour BBQ and Stargazing (3/29/2008)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Learn

Event Location:

Coronation Park and Telus World of Science

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Mar 29 2008 6:30 PM

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Mar 27 2008 11:59:00 PM

Event Duration:

2.5 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D1: Easy

Event Coordinator(s):

Catherine L
Jason L
Ryan
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Member Cost:

$2.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 13+ DO NOT USE

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

22 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Earth Hour is a global symbolic gesture to raise awareness for climate change. Cities around the world will turn their lights off between 8PM and 9PM to show support for the cause. It started in 2007 in Sydney, Australia and was a great success! This year, it has turned into a world wide effort to coordinate this symbol.

With lights out and nothing to do, why not come down to Coronation park for a quick dinner BBQ and then the Telus World of Science (formerly Odyssium) and do some stargazing?

We will meet at SITE 2 of Coronation Park (blue canopy). We will start with the BBQ. The cost of $2 goes towards firewood, but may be waived if enough members bring wood. We will also bring hotdogs (w/bun) at an extra $2 each, but you must RSVP in advance. Otherwise, it's bring your own food and drink. We will start the fire. We will also have a potluck for salads and desserts. After we eat, we will head over to the Observatory. In the spirit of the occasion, please minimize waste by bringing your own reusable dishes, utensils and cups. Please note that as it is still winter, the park's washrooms will not be open. However, the Telus World Of Science main building will be open till 9.

The observatory is located adjacent to the main building on the south-east side. The telescopes are manned by professional and amature experts and they're glad to help people focus in on the amazing sights light years away. There is no cost, but the observatory is located outside, and its operation on any given night is highly weather dependent. If the sky is too cloudy, the BBQ will still go ahead, but star-gazing might not be possible.

Even if you don't sign up for this EOC event, you can still take part in Earth Hour by turning off your lights. Furthermore, you can also organize events for your own network, such as hosting a lights out block party.

Required Items to Bring:
Weather appropriate clothing.
Food or money for hotdog (MUST RSVP)

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Hot chocolate
Potluck salad or dessert item.

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

The Telus World of Science (formerly Odyssium) is located at 11211, 142 Street. It is near the Westmount bus terminal.

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Notes:

- We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines at all times while participating in EOC events.
- Please scroll through and read the entire online waiver when you sign up.
- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.

Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$2.00/Person

Non-Member Cost:

$2.00/Person

Cost Includes:

Wood and hotdog (must RSVP)

Make a Payment:

Although there is a cost for this event, you do not pay through the EOC. Please review the event details carefully for information about how/where to make your payment.

Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
Please review our Cancellation Policy carefully!