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Hello all:
I recently purchased a telescope and began stargazing in my back yard. I live within Chicago and the city's light pollution is a serious handicap. This is a long shot, but I am on the lookout for a viewing site away from the city lights. I am willing to drive 75 to 90 (or so) miles. I know from experience that it takes 50 to 70 miles of travel before Chicago's glow diminishes when (to arbitrarily pick a direction) one travels south-west on I55. The ideal location would have: 1) a low, unimpeded horizon in all directions; 2) a hard (concrete, asphalt, etc) surface mid-point in the above area, large enough for the telescope mount to be placed on; 3) year-round, 24 hour-a-day, access, 4) parking nearby for a car, and; 5)no fees to stargazers wishing to gain entrance! (See . . . I'm not picky . . . I didn't even ask for washroom availability!) Possibly a state park, but don't those all close at night? Any info on such a location would be greatly appreciated! Sincerely, One who cannot yet move to Arizona . . . |
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