Mark,
while the general public may be interested in looking at the heavens through
a scope, few would part with $35 for a 2hr shared session with at 10". Our
local observatory only charges $2 for a lecture and a look though a 36". As
was suggested, a call to a local astronomy club would get you more for less.

Peace,
Jon

"mark d. doiron" wrote in message
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"user" wrote in message
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I'm not sure if our average guest would be interested.

User--

others have already indicated that, because almost all participants on
this
ng are scope owners, they may not be willing to spend any money to be
shown
the night sky. however, a subtle but important point for you, the
business
owner: my own experience is that the general public is fascinated by the
opportunity to look through a reasonable quality telescope with an
experienced guide at hand. if you have the fortune to live under dark
skies
(can you see the milky way easily?), i'd strongly suggest that you
consider
any opportunities to introduce your guests to the wonders of the heavens
above.

clear, dark skies--

mark d.