Max Meteors per Hour
Hours of Stargazing
Astronomy Talks
Fun Recreational Activities
Night Photography Workshop
Rocket Challenge
1 : ... Largest Scaled Solar System Model in Brunei (Ratio)
Brunei Amateur Astronomers
Limited Participants
Tonight, It Will Rain Stars!
If you are a recreational adventurer and love to see whatβs happening in the night sky, then youβll want to join us for these fun stargazing in the suburban dark skies which offer a great view of our Milky Way Galaxy. You can bring your telescope and enjoy camping under the stars featuring the most wonderful night in Ramadan to catch the Lyrids Meteor Shower. Come for an extra-special 2021 Earth Day and get a chance to be part of a worldwide movement about protecting the environment.
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Thursday, 22nd April 2021 / 10 Ramadan 1442H
π 2.00 pm β 10.00 am
π Bintudoh Greenspring Resort,
Kg. Bang Nukat. Jalan Kg. Menengah-Bukit Sulang Tutong (Google Map)
π² BND 15 per pax (terms and conditions apply)
Latest Updates
Dear Participants,
Thank you for registering the Lyrids Meteor Shower Camp 2021. Here are some important notes:
Important notice: Please participate safely and responsibly in adherence to MOHβs health guidelines, such as social distancing, handwashing, and face coverings. Upon arrival, please scan and check-in via BruHealth apps on your mobile phone.
Good news! All registered participants (including PABD members/organizers) can enter our Lyrids Meteor Shower Camp online quiz and to win our grand prize, a pair of astronomy binoculars.
Parking areas are available at 2 different access routes:
(a) Jalan Bintudoh, look for a big signage Bintudoh Greenspring Resort [Bigger Space]
(b) Simpang 113 [Limited Space for VIPs & Guest of Honour]
Weather by Accuweather here for hourly forecast and Brunei Darussalam meteorological department here for advisory.
Activities Sign Up! A form will be provided at the registration desk for you to join the activities (please check the event schedule below for latest updates). Our activities are informal, and will require your active engagement. During stargazing sessions, our PABD amateur astronomers will guide you for best viewing of the night sky. Few telescopes will be setup at the camp area (near Gazibo) for you to closely look up and enjoy the view of our universe. Just find us if you’re lost among the stars π
Smile You’re on Camera! There will be RTB reporters as well as some media journalists to cover our event tonight.
Coffee!? Tampd Koffee Co will be at our event to keep you awake with their specialty coffee offered at special price.
This event is supported by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) National Outreach Coordinator for Brunei Darussalam
Take lots of photo moments, please tags us #bruneiastronomy @bruneiastronomy on your preferred social media to encourage more people to look up the sky, and get noticed too.
Reservation/Accommodation & Payment: Your camping ground will be assigned by the resort management, please call +673 8899674 / WhatsApp / 226 0122 (Mr Susis) susis.ukoi@gmail.com
Thank You! We look forward to seeing you soon. Keep looking up & happy observing!
Secretary-General,
The Astronomical Society of Brunei Darussalam
Catch the Falling Stars
In 2021, the Lyrids will peak on the night between 22β23 Apr. The Lyrid Meteor Shower is usually active between April 16 and 25 every year. It tends to peak around April 22 or 23 with up to 18 meteors per hour.
Named after constellation Lyra (where the meteors radiated from), the Lyrids are one of the oldest recorded meteor showersβaccording to some historical Chinese texts, the shower was seen over 2,500 years ago. The fireballs in the meteor shower are created by debris from comet C/1861 G1 (Thatcher), which takes about 415 years to orbit around the Sun.
Join this special event for the dazzling light show in the night sky with amateur astronomers, the Astronomical Society of Brunei Darussalam.
Look Up! Explore the Night Sky
What to see at the stargazing session? A wide variety of wonderful things to observe throughout the night (see star chart above) – probably the best naked eye wonder is the Milky Way, and of course the amazing Lyrids. But there are more! – Learn the patterns of stars (known as constellations); Observe through the telescopes at visible planets, craters of the Moon, and beautiful star clusters & nebula. Let’s hope for a clear sky in one of the driest months of April in Brunei.
Proudly Co-organised by:
Bintudoh Greenspring Resort,
Kg. Bang Nukat
Jalan Kg. Menengah-Bukit Sulang Tutong
+673 8899674 / 226 0122 (Mr Susis)
susis.ukoi@gmail.com
FB: BintudohGreenSpringResortBrunei
The Astronomical Society of
Brunei Darussalam (PABD)
+673 8820277 (Secretary-General)
+673 8272963 (Treasurer)
pabd@bruneiastronomy.org
www.bruneiastronomy.org
IG: bruneiastronomy
FB: fb.com/bruneiastronomy
Brunei Adventure Recreation
Association (BARA)
+673 7285184 (General Secretary II)
bara.office@gmail.com
IG: @bara.bn
Universiti Brunei Darussalam Students’ Association (PMUBD)
+673 7251040 (Head of Executive of Sport & Recreation)
Student Representative Council, 2020/2021
esr.pmubd@ubd.edu.bn
www.pmubd.com
Program of Event (Updated on April 21, 2021)
| Time | Activities | Venue |
| 14:00 | Check-in & Registration Activity Signup | Reception |
| Free and Easy | ||
| 15:34 | Sembahyang fardhu Asar | Function Hall β Surau |
| Free and Easy | ||
| 16:00 | Activity 1: Obstacle Course Racing by Brunei Adventure Recreation Association (BARA) | Obstacle course |
| 17:15 | [Private Event: Majlis Bersungkai Bersama Anak-Anak Yatim with co-organisers] | Function Hall |
| 18:27 | Sungkai*** Sembahyang fardhu Maghrib | Function Hall – Surau |
| 19:00 | Activity 2: All-night Stargazing* (Constellations, the Moon, Planets & bright Deepsky objects, plus the Milkyway) | Camp area (near Gazebo) |
| 19:38 | Sembahyang fardhu Isyak Solat Sunat Tarawih | Multipurpose Hall β Surau |
| 21:15 | Safety Briefing by Bintudoh Resort Management | Function Hall |
| 21:30 | Activity 3: Astronomy Talk – Tonight, It Will Rain Stars by Hazarry bin Haji Ali Ahmad, Secretary-General of the Astronomical Society of Brunei Darussalam (PABD) | Function Hall |
| Lyrids Meteor Shower Observation* begins / Lights Off | ||
| 22:00 | Activity 5: Astronomy Talk – The standard cosmological model: An origin story by Md Qawiem Hj Md Jamil, Exco, the Astronomical Society of Brunei Darussalam (PABD) | Function Hall |
| 23:00 | Activity 4: Scavenger Hunt by Universiti Brunei Darussalam Students’ Association (PMUBD) [Optional: (i) Catch or don’t catch; (ii) Pass the water] | Obstacle course / Resort vicinity |
| 00:30 | Activity 6a: Astronomy Talk – Making Space for All by Nur Bazilah binti Zainal Abidin, IAU Telescopes for All 2020 Award Recipient | Function Hall |
| 00:30 | Activity 6b: Launch Your Own Rocketship (for children below 15 years old) by Dayang Siti Nor Izuana Binti Ayob, the Astronomical Society of Brunei Darussalam (PABD) | Multipurpose Hall |
| 01:30 | Workshop 1: Basic Night Mobile Photography by Mr Sonny Jumpo, the Astronomical Society of Brunei Darussalam (PABD) | Function Hall |
| 02:51 | Moonset / Dark hours / Meteor Peak starting** | |
| 04:43 | Imsyak | |
| 04:53 | Sembahyang fardhu Subuh | Function Hall β Surau |
| 05:01 | Astronomical Twilight / End of Lyrids Meteor Shower Observation | |
| 05:15 | Activity 7: Astronomy Talk – Skies, Space & Spirituality by Abdul Waliyuddin bin Yahya, the Astronomical Society of Brunei Darussalam (PABD) | Function Hall |
| 06:15 | Activity 8: Astronomy Talk – 11 Top Celestial Events Not to be Missed in 2021 by Hazarry bin Haji Ali Ahmad, Secretary-General of the Astronomical Society of Brunei Darussalam (PABD) | Function Hall |
| 07:30 | Activity 9: Astronomy Exhibition: The Largest Solar System Model in Brunei, featuring a 1 to 13-billion scale model Solar Observation* | Camp Area (near Multipurpose Hall) |
| 08:30 | Activity 6b: Rocket Launching | Multipurpose Hall |
| 09:30 | Prize Presentations (Rocket Challenge & Quiz Winners) Group Photograph | Function Hall |
| Free and Easy | ||
| 12:00 | Check Out |
*Subject to weather, and there are no refunds if the shower/astronomical objects aren’t visible due to cloud cover.
** Prayer areas for male and female are provided by Bintudoh Greenspring Resort
*** Food & Drink (Iftar & Sahur) are not provided by the organisers.
Important notice:
Participate safely and responsibly in adherence to MOHβs health guidelines, such as social distancing, handwashing, and face coverings. To avoid crowded area, this event can only accommodate 90 participants on first come first serve basis.
Upon Check-in, please scan and register via BruHealth apps on your mobile phone.
Special Price
| Item | Cost |
| a. Entrance Fee (inclusive campground & participate in our event activities. Excluding tents, please bring your own tent. Refreshments (Iftar & Sahur) are NOT provided by organisers, please bring your own food & drink. | $15 per pax FREE for children below 3 years old |
| b. Available for rental: Tent / Chalets / Camp fire / Chair / Table | Please refer to the pricelist by Bintudoh Greenspring Resort below |
| c. Resort Activities: Flying Fox, Jungle Trekking & Paddle Boat | Please refer to the pricelist by Bintudoh Greenspring Resort below |
*Subject to weather, and there are no refunds if the shower/astronomical objects aren’t visible due to cloud cover.
** Prayer areas for male and female are provided by Bintudoh Greenspring Resort
*** Food & Drink (Iftar & Sahur) are not provided by organisers. Please bring your own food & drink.
Join Now! (Closed)
Sorry we are fully booked!GOOD NEWS. WE HAVE INCREASED THE NUMBER OF
PARTICIPANTS DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND
Reservation/Accommodation & Payment:
+673 8899674 / WhatsApp / 226 0122 (Mr Susis)
susis.ukoi@gmail.com
Parking areas are available from 2 access roads:
(a) Jalan Bintudoh (look for signage Bintudoh Greenspring Resort) or
(b) Simpang 113 [Limited Space]
Limited to 70 (+20) participants only.
This event is supported by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) National Outreach Coordinator for Brunei Darussalam
Suggested Items to Bring
Stargazing Checklists:
βΎFriends and family
βΎEyepieces and telescope accessories (if you have a telescope)
βΎBinoculars
βΎRed flashlight (to provide visibility while your eyes are dark-adapted)
βΎStar maps/smartphone app (download Skyportal app)
Camping Checklists:
βΎTent (or you can rent from the resort, limited tents available)
βΎSleeping Bag, Blanket or Portable Chair
βΎBeach towel (to lay down on the ground)
βΎMosquito repellent
βΎWeather-appropriate clothing & rain gear
βΎPrayer mat (for Muslims)
βΎFood and drink for Sungkai & Sahur
Calling Food Vendors
The co-organisers are excited and welcome to offer food vendors at this event to cater Sungkai and/or Sahur for stargazers/campers from just $25 per vendor
Please bring your own setup at around the vicinity of the camping ground. Food truck is not allowed .
To reserve, please call +673 7285184 (Afifi)
Event Objectives
a. Bringing astronomy closer to the public through community outreach
b. Promoting and advancing the field of astronomy, especially Islamic astronomy (astronomy Syarie) in Brunei Darussalam
c. Increasing public awareness on the importance and appreciation of environmental conservation in conjunction of the 2021 Earth Day.
d. Corporate Social Responsibility: Charities by co-organisers to support orphanagesβ welfare in Brunei Darussalam, providing iftar, enriching experience and giving access to education.
An engaged, enthusiastic event committee name list. Thank you!
Committee brings it all together!
The Committee (PABD-Astronomy Outreach)
Chairman: Haji Mahadi bin Haji Mohd. Tahir, Yang Dipertua PABD
Vice Chairman: Hj Abdul Aziz bin Haji Akop, Naib Yang Dipertua PABD
Secretary: Hazarry bin Hj Ali Ahmad, Setiausaha Agung PABD
Treasurer: Shaifulbahri bin Haji Ahmad, Bendahari Agung PABD
Programme Co-Managers: Mohammad Husaini bin Ali Hassan & Nur Bazilah binti Zainal Abidin, Exco PABD
- Presenters/Activity Coordinator: Md Qawiem Hj Md Jamil (Exco PABD); Nur Bazilah binti Zainal Abidin; Dayang Siti Nor Izuana Binti Ayob; Abdul Waliyuddin bin Yahya; Sonny Jumpo; Hazarry bin Haji Ali Ahmad; Shaifulbahri bin Haji Ahmad (Keugamaan)
- Stargazing/Telescope Director: Muhammad Hidayatullah Bin Awang Ahmad, Haji Jamri Bin Jaafar, Goh Shiau Wei, Nur Bazilah Binti Zainal Abidin (MASA)
- Exhibition Director (Solar System Model): Dr Hjh Roslynna Hj Rosli; Lee Kok Yueh; Norramemi Sahari; Siti Redha Wahayu Binti Mohamad; Abd Hakim bin Bakar
- In-charge of Participants (Orphanage): Norjinah Mahmud; Md Aminul Izzat Md Asri; Siti Redha Wahayu Binti Mohamad
- PA System/Visual Committee: Loo Kuan Look (Exco PABD); Mohammad Sahrulazmi Bin Tengah; Muhammad Hidayatullah Bin Awang Ahmad; Haji Jamri Bin Jaafar
- Donation Presentation: Shaifulbahri bin Haji Ahmad; Siti Redha Wahayu Binti Mohamad
- Refreshments Committee: Nurul Efazilla binti Kafli; Norjinah Mahmud; Hjh Nur Liayana bte Hj Ramlee; Ak Mohd Al-Isyraq Bin Pg Hj Abu Bakar
- Public Relation, Publicity & Media Committee: Sonny Jumpo; Abd Hamid bin Hj Abd Rahman
The Committee (BARA-Obstacles Course Racing)
- Ida Zetty Yasmin Hj Patera
- Dk Noor Amal Shahanna Raihani binti Pg Noor Aβmalluddin Shah
- Muna Munjiyah binti Haji Abdul Malik
- Wan Afifi bin Wan Ali
- Siti Norzafirah Binti Harun
- Mohammad Jefri bin Ismail
- Azizil Anwar bin Haji Mosli
- Muhammad Zulwaqar Bin Haji Mohammad Soffian
- Md Hasnal Husna bin Ahmad
- Dk Durratul Hana Pg Hj Saifuddin
- Ak Muhammad Shobri bin Pg Ibrahim
- Pg Nurhashimah Bte Pg Sanusi
The Committee (PMUBD-Scavenger Hunt)
- Muhamad Danial Asyraf Bin Mohamad
- Muhammad Haziq Bin Ahmad Faris
- Mohammad Haziq Hamidi bin Awang Haji Mohammad Azmi
- Maydreen Ling binti Mohammad Tony Ling
- Sheren Chong
- Muhammad Fauzan bin Mohd Taha
- Muhd.Riyanulaiman Effendy Bin Mohd.Yazid
- Wira Bin Ejau @ Gregory Ejau
- Farah Najibah Binti Nordin
- Nurul Auni Faqihah Binti Yahya/ Yahaya
- Muhd. Haziq Haikal Bin Hadnani
- Hj. Muhd. Saddam Ibrahim Bin Hj Bakir
- Awang Mohd. Shamsul Bazli Bashreen Bin Awang H.M.S Bahreen
- Fatin Aimuni Binti Hj Suffian
- Mohammad Hafeezul Waezz Bin Rabu