I'm with Brent, never invite people to have an opinion unless it is really necessary. If you are setting up on a public area, just do it, as long as you are not blocking access you should be fine. You need permission (in the form of a permit) only when you are blocking or limiting access. Bob -----Original Message----- From: utah-astronomy-bounces@mailman.xmission.com [mailto:utah-astronomy-bounces@mailman.xmission.com] On Behalf Of Brent Watson Sent: Sunday, November 06, 2011 9:48 AM To: Utah Astronomy Subject: Re: [Utah-astronomy] Outreach in Herriman Jay, Why do you need permission? It is public property and you can set up wherever you want. That is the way John Dobson does it. Inspired by John, Siegfried and I started the Harmons sessions by just showing up one evening. You can see where that went. Just go and do!