Changes between Version 3 and Version 4 of docs/LBT_info

Timestamp:

05/17/20 21:01:43 (4 years ago)

Author:

kradhakrishnan

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docs/LBT_info

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-The goal of this page is to provide maximum information related to observing in LBT to the SHARK-NIR colleagues. Everyone is encouraged to update this page as and when necessary.
+The goal of this page is to provide maximum information related to observing in LBT. Everyone is encouraged to update this page as and when necessary.
 
 == Links ==
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 == Useful Infomation ==
-1. '''Nearest Airport''': Tucson (TUS) and Phoenix (PHX). Both are in the state of Arizona.
+1. '''Nearest Airport''': Tucson (TUS) and Phoenix (PHX). Both are in the state of Arizona. Car rentals are available in both airports. You may need an earlier booking (as you probably need a 4-wheel drive SUV with good clearance while driving to LBT).
 
 2. '''Hotels''': There are around 10 hotels within walking distance (10-20 mins) from TUS airport. Some of them have restaurants too. Look it up early.
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 3. '''Grocery shopping''': Remember that you have NO option of shopping near LBT. You need to drive at least an hour to find something (near base camp). So, take all the food you need for the time you are up in LBT. Usually, whatever you need can be found in supermarkets on the way (such as Safeway). Ask people who have been to LBT if it is your first trip.
 
-4. '''TUS to LBT Base camp''': takes around ~2 hours in a car. From base camp to LBT takes around ~1 hour.
+4. '''TUS to LBT Base camp''': takes around ~2 hours in a car. From base camp to LBT takes around ~1 hour. Everyone need to check-in/out at the register placed in the basecamp. This is mandatory. If you are arriving at basecamp in non-office hours, you need to know the number to open the lock and door. 
 
-5. '''Health-related points''': Humidity @ LBT can be as low as 25 for weeks. Always carry lip-balms and nose moisturizing cream (to avoid nose bleeds). Good to check if the ears are clear before the trip.  Body moisturizers are available at LBT for everyone.
+5. '''Health-related points''': Humidity @ LBT can be as low as 25 for weeks. Always carry lip-balms and nose moisturizing cream (to avoid nose bleeds). Good to check if the ears are clear before the trip.  Body moisturizers are available at LBT for everyone. It is advisable to have travel health insurance while flying to the US. At least, check if your normal insurance works for work-related travel to high-altitude locations.
 
 6. '''Attire''': work pants, good woolen socks, good shoes, good jackets, hand gloves (must), ear covering head caps, helmets.
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 7. '''Tools or accessories''': Torch
 
-8. '''Living stuff''': inventory wiki page, food items page. Update both at least at the end of every trip.
+8. '''Safety''': If you are going to LBT for the first time, you will be contacted by the safety manager by email and (maybe) later in person (when you are at LBT). You need to listen to a video recording or a class or a walk-through of the telescope by him (or person in charge). This is essential for everyone's safety at the mountain.
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+9.  '''Living stuff''': inventory wiki page, food items page. Update both at least at the end of every trip.
 
 More to follow....