The Moon is our one an only natural satellite. Rare astronomical events that include lunar eclipses and phenomena such as Blue Moon, Blood Moon and Super Moon spark wide interest. What do these terms really mean? Let’s have a look. What is the rarest Moon event? The rarest Moon event in modern times was a … Read more
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
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
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
One thing you can do as a backyard astronomer is check out the surface of the Sun for sunspots, for Mercury passing by, or when there’s a solar eclipse. Here I cover the ins and outs of looking at the sun with a telescope and how to do it safely as a backyard astronomy enthusiast. … Read more
Entering into the hobby of backyard astronomy means getting to know new terms and technology. The jargon can be baffling at first. What you need is a couple of practical astronomy books to get you going. Getting ahead like this will help you get the most out of stargazing sooner. Key takeawayBest astronomy books help … Read more
It’s fun looking at the Moon through telescope or binoculars lenses. But what about the planets? How well can you see these? This article covers what you get to see of the planets and what to know in viewing planets through a telescope. With a good hobbyist telescope, you’ll see the special features that distinguish … Read more
How can I get a better appreciation of observing the sky at night? The following has my stargazing tips to enhance your enjoyment of this backyard hobby. On this site, you’ll find helpful info on how to choose the best telescope for you, the right accessories and tools, how to get the best out of … Read more
If you’re a beginner backyard astronomer, whether you’re into stargazing by the campfire or looking at the moon and planets through your telescope, at some point, you’re bound to want to pinpoint the best time for stargazing for a group or individual experience. Here’s what to know… Why is this important? When it comes to … Read more