Now you are ready to start moving around with caution. The equipment is very expensive. Never Touch any glass lenses,and just because no one is around their telescope always ask before touching someone equipment. During the night, you will have people invite you observe a star clusters, gobular clusters, Nebulas or spiral galaxies. Don't be shy, take a look. if you don't know what you are looking at ask questions.
Amateur astronomers are very friendly people.
Understanding these terms will come with time and reading. Before you attending your first star party, do some reading. It will help. We have never had a case, but, please leave the pets at home. The jacket will help shield you from bug.