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- November 28, 2022
We’ve all seen them - an apparently random streak of light across the night sky that often vanishes as suddenly as it appears. Meteors, or shooting stars as they’re popularly known, are nothing more than tiny clumps of dust and rock particles, no larger...
- June 06, 2022
From July 20, 1969, to December 1972, NASA sent the Apollo missions to the Moon. These missions marked the conclusion of the space race, and the beginning of a new era: one where human beings had willingly left our world and traversed to another. 12 humans...
- March 17, 2025
A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, casting a shadow on our planet's surface. During this phenomenon, the Moon appears to completely or partially cover the Sun, creating a dramatic and awe-inspiring celestial display...
- August 31, 2022
While it might sound like the title of a horror movie or the latest album from your favorite alternative rock band, a Blood Moon has nothing to do with either one. It does, however, have links to astronomy, but the name is still a little misleading. So...
- March 07, 2025
Few things in astronomy - or in nature itself - rival the wonder and spectacle of a total solar eclipse. It’s an event that’s instilled awe and fear among people around the world for thousands of years, and it’s a sight that, once seen, can never be forgotten...
- June 12, 2024
The universe is like a vast ocean just waiting to be explored, and if you’re just starting your journey, you’re probably eager to get your feet wet. But as with every new adventure, it’s a good idea to seek the advice of others who have sailed that ocean...
- February 18, 2026
A few of us have been lucky enough to witness a solar eclipse, when the Moon passes in front of the Sun and obscures it, but did you know the Moon does the same thing to the stars?
- July 12, 2019
You might be tempted to wait until the next full moon to get a good view of everything there is to see, but surprisingly enough, this actually isn’t the best time for lunar observation. The Moon is “full” when the Earth is between the Sun and the Moon...
- January 21, 2026
There’s nothing quite as awe-inspiring as a total eclipse. Both solar and lunar eclipses have captivated millions of people across the world for thousands of years, with many civilizations attributing the phenomena to gods or netherworld spirits.
- February 21, 2025
A total lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes behind the Earth’s shadow, turning the Moon a deep, dark red color. This red color is why some call a lunar eclipse a “blood moon”. During the eclipse, all direct sunlight to the lunar surface is completely...
- March 18, 2026
Your eyepieces will be some of the most important accessories you’ll own - so selecting the right eyepieces will be crucial to your viewing experience. Different focal length eyepieces are going to provide different magnifications: lower magnification...
- January 01, 2020
While almost everyone has seen a shooting star, not everyone knows much about them. What are they? Where do they come from? Are they purely random or can you predict when they might appear? What are the best meteor showers this year?
- February 14, 2025
A total lunar eclipse occurs when the shadow of the Earth falls upon the surface of the Moon. You may think that a lunar eclipse should occur every month when the Moon is Full, however because the Moon’s orbit, a lunar eclipse will only happen at most...
- January 13, 2025
On Monday, January 13th, 2025, there will be a Lunar Occultation of Mars. During this celestial event, our Moon will eclipse Mars, completely blocking it from view.
- October 07, 2014
The Celestron AstroMaster 114 and 130 Equatorial, or "EQ" telescope is a great choice for those who want to dive into the wonderful world of astronomy, but after a couple observing sessions, most people find that they need a few extra telescope accessories...
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