Type Reflector/ Newtonian Aperture 130mm (5.1 inches) Focal Length 650mm Mount Fully Computerized Alt-azimuth Accessories Sturdy Stainless Steel Tripod, Accessory Tray, Astronomy Software, 2 Eyepieces and a StarPointer Red Dot … Read more
Did you ever take a field trip to a planetarium and just think how cool it would be to own your own? Well, I have, and today I have a … Read more
Libra is a constellation of the zodiac visible generally from May through August in the Northern Hemisphere, and April through September in the Southern Hemisphere. The name Libra comes from … Read more
Virgo is one of the constellations of the zodiac in astronomy. Virgo is not one of the constellations that looks like what it represents – a maiden in this case– … Read more
VY Canis Majoris (VY CMa) stands out as one of the most extreme stars in the Milky Way. VY CMa is found in the constellation Canis Major and lies some … Read more
The hunter constellation Orion heralds the changing of seasons across the globe. As it rises, so does one of the brightest stars in the sky: Rigel. The blue-white gem is … Read more
The right telescope is an important instrument in all backyard astronomers’ arsenal. It transforms your nights of naked eye and binocular viewing into a rich world of deep sky objects … Read more
Leo is one of the most ancient and recognizable of all the constellations. It was recognized by Ptolemy in the 2nd century and was included in his list of 48 … Read more
The 6-inch handheld brass telescope from Pirate Navigation is a fun, beautifully crafted, functioning telescope. Popular as a gift for young children, this tiny telescope provides a creative way to … Read more
Sirius is the brightest star that can be seen with a visual magnitude -1.46. It is also known as the dog star and even sometimes called the alpha canis majoris. … Read more
Cancer is a constellation which is part of the zodiac and is visible in both the Northern and Southern hemispheres. The name Cancer comes for the Latin for “the crab”, … Read more
Betelgeuse is a red supergiant star located 640.5 light years from Earth, in the constellation Orion. The star is located in the upper-left corner of Orion the Hunter, forming his … Read more