H!t the Spot! - A Google Meet Hobby Hangout -



Welcome to the landing page for H!t the Spot!

This is our stream information page, where we allow you to get involved on a live platform —a hobby hangout for like-minded individuals. Share your screen, and show us what you're working on while introducing yourself to other hobbies in which you might like to get involved. A place to show off your works in progress or your finished builds and even ask questions of your peers as to what they are up to and how you could also get involved in something that grabs your attention.

Would you like to experience and enjoy a world of creation by gathering those around you that wish to grow and succeed at their hobby? From miniature painting to model building, scenery creation to kit bashing, whatever your hobby, you can get involved with us.

Here on this page, you'll find everything you need to join the next live meet. Below are some minimum requirements, tips, and how-to's to get the most out of each session.

But we also realise that the live meet setting might not be your thing. And that's cool. Perhaps you'd like to tune in and watch while chilling in your own space, doing what you enjoy most. You, too, can spectate via any of the social media platforms that we are broadcasting live to, such as YouTube, Twitch, or Facebook, to name a few. While you're watching, feel free to reach out to us with some questions or even some recommendations via the chat screen. It's straightforward to get involved at this level if that suits you best. You can find those sites here:

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HtheS

Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/hitthespotb2b NOT ACTIVE YET

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/back2baseix

Discord: https://discord.io/hitthespot


So without further adieu, we can get onto the nitty-gritty of what it takes to participate. It's nothing mind-boggling or technically challenging. Odds are you've already used a similar system during the Covid years for conference meetings and can jump straight in. But for anyone wanting to join the live feed, please go over the following so that you and your hobby associates will get the best out of the platform. So let's go H!t the Spot and scratch that itch.

Stream sessions:

  • Every Sunday from 1 pm - 3 pm ACDT (Australian Central Daylight Time)
  • One Sunday a month from 10 am - 4 pm ACDT. Replacing the session mentioned above.

Your Live Stream Connection:

We use Google Meet to host the session. No, you do not need a Google account to join. You will just be asked on the pre-meet screen what name you would like to go by. The following stream session details and the link is:

H!t the Spot!
Sunday, 23rd October · 10:00 am – 6:00 pm ACDT 
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/heb-mfod-dya  <<< There will be a new link for every session.

The meet goes live 10 minutes before the stream (i.e. 9:50 am), so feel free to dial in and get on-screen before we hit the big green go button.

So click the above link to enter the pre-session screen where you can set up and test your camera and mic before hitting the 'Join' button and being accepted into the stream, as well as adjust some settings, which we recommend doing those listed below:

All participants:

Minimum Requirements:

  • Do not have any extra audio running in the background of your video link, i.e. music on any audio device, either plugged directly into your streaming device or coming from another area within your location. We supply copyright-free audio in the background of the stream itself for easy listening while in the meet.
  • Got to you Google Meet 'Settings': Adjust your Send Resolution Maximum from 360p to 720p

If you are using a PC/Laptop to join Google Meet:

For a better experience:

  • Have good lighting in your hobby area so all participants can see what you're working on.
  • Once in the meeting, you can select the layout that best suits you using the three dots menu next to the hang-up/end call button at the bottom of the screen. We recommend 'Tiled' so that all participants will get an even spread of your screen.


If you are using a Mobile Device to join Google Meet:

For a better experience:

  • Have good lighting in your hobby area so all participants can see what you're working on.
  • Place your phone in landscape mode to maximise screen usage. To better see all participants.

You agree to and will abide by the following when joining the above Google Meet session. Failing to do so will have you removed from the session, with the possibility of bans from future sessions. In some cases, a lifetime ban may be warranted.

1) Give it your all

Create, post, share, comment, advise, constructively criticise, ask, answer, laugh and most of all, enjoy! H!t the Spot!

2) Be kind and courteous

We're all in this together to create a welcoming environment. Let's treat everyone with respect. Healthy debates are natural, but kindness is required.

3) No hate speech or bullying

Make sure everyone feels safe. Bullying isn't allowed, and any degrading comments about race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, political views, gender or identity will not be tolerated. We're here for the positive, fun side of our hobby, and that is all.

4) No promotion or spam

Give more to this group than you take. Self-promotion, spam and irrelevant links aren't allowed.

5) No profanity

Please keep it clean. Nothing obscene. Blatant use of vulgar language will not be tolerated.