Oct 28, 2025 · General Observing and Amateur Astronomy topics and questions that do not fit into our other forums. This includes unaided eye observing (satellites, weather, auroras etc) and non …

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Dec 6, 2007 · AstroGizmo's AstroGazer by Chris Schroeder and Jim Welisek For years I have been looking for something to work as a portable observatory for remote sites or star parties but this was a …

Dec 29, 2009 · I've been observing for just three years now, so I'm a newcomer to this field. I live in Maryland and have no specific interests yet, so when my friends who focus on DSOs are …

Apr 7, 2011 · General Observing and Amateur Astronomy topics and questions that do not fit into our other forums. This includes unaided eye observing (satellites, weather, auroras etc) and non …

Mar 5, 2009 · Here the Pocket Sky Atlas The CDSA’s introduction gives a rundown of what is needed for satisfying Double Star observing from tips of how to use your equipment, to keeping your hands …

Dec 16, 2023 · By " observing " I'm referring to taking as much time as one needs to eek out every last bit of structure, detail, etc. Observing is a time intensive, attention to details, visual approach. An …

Feb 16, 2006 · For my observing style, I have found that a four-inch achromat refractor on an equatorial mount provides for the best combination of portability, affordability, and image sharpness. …

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Nov 7, 2023 · I’ve read many times that aperture is king for observing DSOs and that’s why people buy giant dobs that are big and heavy and require ladders to observe. But, as I get more into …