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Using angular distance to pinpoint an object in the night sky can mean zilch when you’re a newbie. The units mightn’t make sense. As a backyard astronomer the following handy guide is all about acquainting yourself and making it simple to understand… …rather than use an app or astronomy book… you can use your hand … Read more
With so many telescopes out there, it’s hard to know which one to buy for that experience you yearn for. Many budding amateur astronomers want to observe planets through a telescope. The following covers what to look for in a telescope to view planets and other distant objects in the night sky. It reviews some … Read more
Should you buy telescope filters and if so which ones? Whether you’re just starting or want to advance your backyard telescope experience, filters can make that subtle difference to better see the details of the Moon and planets. Plossi Eyepiece Set + Barlows With Case at Amazon (affiliate link) What does a telescope filter do? … Read more
If you’ve bought a Dobsonian telescope, you may be wondering, what else you need for a good experience in using it. The following is a guide on the Dobsonian accessories to get to improve your experience. Dobsonians have a few advantages over other types of telescopes. Here’s what you can accessorize them with for a … Read more
A regular light can ruin your views of the night sky. A red light flashlight, designed for stargazing is what you need… Did you know that white light switches off the rhodopsin for night vision? Night vision means your eyes are adapted to the dark and this is ideal for best views of celestial objects … Read more
This buyer’s guide covers what the beginner needs to know and avoid when buying a budget-priced best telescope under 200. Best telescope for under 200 guide This telescope buying guide is for entry-level backyard stargazers with a budget of under 200 dollars and covers what to look for in the best starter telescope as well … Read more
Dirty eyepieces will hamper all your views through your telescope. Here’s what I discovered about how to clean telescope eyepieces – especially the things you need to avoid. The main advice: dust and grit is the enemy! And so is mold. The following will have you getting the most out of your viewing. If you’re interested … Read more
You’ve probably seen the ‘evening star’ or the ‘morning star’. This is Venus. But what else can you see of the planets or stars in the daytime? I did some research and it might surprise you to know what can be seen in the daytime sky. But seeing them is not easy. There’s a bunch … Read more
Scientists are searching for Earth-like planets and finding such with telescope technology that’s highly sophisticated (much more so than the best home telescope). A considered super-Earth is the newly found exoplanet orbits Barnard’s Star, about 6 light-years from Earth in the constellation of Ophiuchus. With an apparent magnitude of +9.5, you won’t be able to … Read more
Did you know planets are bright enough for night sky city viewing? And, observing planets through a telescope won’t be much different in the city from that at a dark rural location. Here’s how to see stars in the city (as well as planets). It includes steps and tips for urban astronomy — how to … Read more