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Apochromatic vs Achromatic Refractors Explained
If you’re new to astronomy, you might be wondering about the difference between apochromatic and …
Red Dot Finderscopes vs. Optical Finderscopes: Which Is Better?
If you’re new to stargazing or looking to upgrade your equipment, you may be wondering …
Is a Dobsonian Telescope Right For You? [Pros & Cons]
A Dobsonian is different from other telescopes for astronomy. The ‘Dobs’ are often recommended for …
How To Use A Barlow Lens [+ What To Look For When Buying]
Getting the most out of your telescope can depend on how well you know the …
Using a Telescope With Glasses, Yes Or No [What To Know]
Should I use my telescope with or without my glasses? It’s a dilemma most eyeglass …
Choosing The Best Eyepieces To Upgrade Your Telescope Kit [What To Look For]
My experience with accessories sold with a new telescope is that the eyepieces don’t cover …
SOLVED: Telescope & Finderscope Upside Down Image Problem
My telescope image is upside down. The image through the finderscope is also back to …
Reflector vs Refractor Telescope [Which Is Better?]
When it comes to buying a telescope, the two most common types are reflector and …
What Sort Of Star Is That? The Types Of Stars in The Sky
When you’re looking up at the night sky, you might notice some stars stand out …
Observing Venus Through Backyard Telescope [What To Expect]
It’s not that hard to spot Venus in our night sky. You might wonder what …
Navigational Aids in the Night Sky: A Guide For Orientating Yourself
You’re outdoors at night and looking at the starry sky. You might try figuring out …
How Astronomy Guided Civilization: 10 Cultural Examples
Traditional peoples all over the world have developed their own stories and beliefs about the …
Astigmatism in Refractor Telescopes: Causes and Solutions
The image you’re seeing through your refractor is not the best. Could it be due …
My Telescope Got Wet — What Every Beginner Needs To Know
You’re thinking about having your telescope set up for a few hours or overnight outside. …
Get Starstruck: How to Find and Observe Messier Objects
As a backyard astronomer, I’m on the lookout for interesting night sky objects to observe. …
26 Interesting Facts About Venus
There are so many interesting facts about Venus that I thought I’d put together a …
Exploring The Milky Way [What To Know]
You see the Milky Way as a hazy band of lights stretching across the night …
Get Ready to Stargaze: How to Watch Meteor Showers
You’d love to observe a meteor shower but you’re not sure when and where to …
How to Spot The International Space Station: A Quick Guide
For a fun family activity, at certain points in time and space you can try …
Essential Tips for Getting the Best Views of Planets
If you enjoy observing the planets in the night sky, then you’ll definitely want to …
The Best Apps For Backyard Astronomers
With the help of night-sky apps, you can take your astronomy hobby to the next …
