Archive for the ‘Observation Logs’ Category
Sunday, December 12th, 2010
Our Mauna Kea Big Island adventure
To start off let me reiterate that Hawaii is not about beaches and water sports only. The Big Island (and the other islands in the archipelago) has a lot more to offer than stretches of sun washed beaches. It's one thing to want a relaxed ...
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Monday, August 17th, 2009
Tonight was my first night with an old Celestron C8* SCT telescope that I recently assembled. The scope is not in very good shape and it took me a little while to adjust to working with it. Thankfully, the motor drive works well so it can track stars. The biggest ...
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Friday, May 23rd, 2008
The Astronomy Connection - Listing of Observing Sites
Some great observing sites. In order of preference the best ones are Dinosaur Point (O
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Friday, April 18th, 2008
This is a great example of setting up an observation session, getting through it. The author takes us through the entire process step by step. Tells us how to find objects, log them. etc.
Telescope Reviews: Several Observation Tricks for Beginners
A step by step observation log and guide
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Monday, January 14th, 2008
Instrument: Garret Optical 10x50 PCF-WP Binoculars Location: Sunnyvale, CA. In the city. Clear night but lots of light pollution. Visibility: Naked Eye could see 2m stars. Almaak in Andromeda was not visible. Target: Perseus Constellation and nearby areas. ...
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