A telescope is a device designed to make distant objects appear much closer. Telescopes, if powerful enough, allow users to see details of celestial objects which would not visible to the naked eye. Devices...
Stargazing is a delightful, time-honored activity, and is one that has been practiced for generations. Stargazing can be as simple as staring up at the stars and admiring the constellations, or it may as...
Finding planets or any other celestial bodies can be a challenge, for novices and experienced astronomers alike; but there are several items you can buy that can help make your stargazing a success. Because...
Looking at stars is a primal human activity and a source of pleasure and fascination to many. From the casual stargazer lying on a blanket on a moonlit hill to the professional astronomer making detailed...
Telescopes allow amateur astronomers to enjoy the stars. A telescope can be an investment that should last for years, which is why proper care is important. Dirt can damage the lenses or mirrors. This causes...
Today s astronomical telescopes are similar to the scopes invented in the 1600s, as they use the same method to create an image. Now, they re higher quality, more powerful, and fortunately for the consumer,...
This guide is aimed at the beginner who is looking to buy his or her first telescope. I'm assuming you know little about telescopes. My mission is to give you as much information as I can as quickly as I can...
First Things First This guide is not going to be a long extensive look at what a telsecope is, and what you can see. It's just a buying guide - You should always do your own research before attempting to buy a...
Buying your first telescope can be a terrible experience. There are so many out there. And so different. And all these numbers. Want to know what to look for and avoid buying the marketing humbug instead of...
THE EDMUND ASTROSCAN (2001)The 1976 Award Winning Ball/Socket Portable Reflector Telescope The ORIGINAL Edmund Scientific Astroscan (first called Astroscan 2001) was an inexpensive, high-performance telescope...
