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Jupiter and the Moon

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Hey Gang,

The moon on September first was amazing. It was next to the planet Jupiter in the constellation Capricorn. 
As the Moon continues on it's "waxing" path, it will pass Jupiter on Wednesday and by Friday will be ripe and fat for Friday's Full Moon.
Have a happy Full Moon!
Last Updated ( Thursday, 10 September 2009 00:16 ) Read more...
 

Top Ten Hubble Images

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Astronomers Select Top Ten Most Amazing Pictures Taken by Hubble Space Telescope in Last 16 Years

"....they illustrate that our universe is not only deeply strange, but also almost impossibly beautiful." 
Michael Hanlon/AH (Nov 25th, 2006)

After correcting an initial problem with the lens, when the Hubble Space Telescope was first launched in 1990, the floating astro-observatory began to relay back to Earth, incredible snapshots of the "final frontier" it was perusing.

Recently, astronauts voted on the top photographs taken by Hubble, in its 16-year journey so far. Remarking in the article from the Daily Mail, reporter Michael Hanlon says the photos "illustrate that our universe is not only deeply strange, but also almost impossibly beautiful."    Enjoy!

Last Updated ( Thursday, 30 April 2009 19:01 ) Read more...
 

Faulkes Telescope Pictures

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Here are all the pics we took using the Faulkes Telescope (http://faulkes-telescope.com/) last week.
A big "Good Job" to J.D. for cleaning them up.
The 2nd one is Comet Lulin.
Last Updated ( Thursday, 30 April 2009 21:56 ) Read more...
 


Night Sky Observing Tips

  • Find dark, open site
  • Dress warm
  • Set up early
  • Pack for comfort
  • Bring water / snacks
  • Observing notebook
  • Prepare for unexpected