Back Where We Belong
IB’s Endpoint is back in the ACT! So it’s super easy, to join us at the beautiful Honeysuckle Campground on the site of the now demolished Honeysuckle Tracking Station – famous for broadcasting the Apollo 11 mission. Endpoint is ~ a one-hour drive away, so be prepared for a bit of a bus ride/drive. It promises to be a sunny day, so make sure to pack sunscreen, a hat, and everything else listed below. SV Coffee will be on hand in the morning to provide your caffeine fix and warm breakfast foods. Piggy and Moo will be serving burgers throughout the day, and Replenish will be on hand to fulfil your snacking desires.
(Note this dish once at Honeysuckle has since been removed and relocated to the Tidbinbilla Tracking Station)
Don’t be a Space Cowboy
It is important for the safety and enjoyment of everyone you follow these basic rules. Please note Honeysuckle is a public campground and although we have one area designated for Inward Bound, please respect all park users.
If you leave endpoint in a private car, you will not be permitted to return.
No Alcohol is to be consumed during the event by spectators or runners.
Ready for takeoff?
You should also not forget to bring any of the following
- Food and water for the whole day – you should also bring money for the Food Trucks (cash or card).
- A hat, sunscreen and protective clothing. Warm clothing – jumper, trackies, socks, beanie, scarf, gloves. It is often VERY cold in the mornings. Bring some wet weather gear just in case.
- Blankets to sleep/sit on.
- Rain coat/umbrella. (yes even though it is supposed to be sunny)
- Book/ball/playing cards/board game/guitar.
- Enclosed shoes – often access is through grass/paddocks/unstable ground.
- Insect Repellant
Also, be sure not to bring any of the following
- Alcohol
- Sparklers, lighters, matches – often areas used for End Point are in Fire Danger Zones and have fire bans.
Bus me to the (tracking station that sent the first live pictures of the) Moon.
If you have signed up to travel by Bus to endpoint, they will depart for your college at the specified times below.
Have your own space shuttle (car)?
If you are arriving by private vehicle make sure this is pre-approved by your hall/the committee.
Private vehicles (for Families/Friends/Staff/VIPs) can depart ANU in one of two blocks: Depart between 6:15 and 6:45 to arrive between 7:15 to 7:45. Not to arrive after 7:50 am at the latest. OR; Depart between 7:45 and 8:15 to arrive by 8:45 or 9:15. Not to arrive after 9:20 am at the latest.
If you leave endpoint in a private car, you will not be permitted to return.
