Join amateur astronomers, Chris and Shane, as they share their experiences of observing the night sky.
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 13 days 5 hours 46 minutes
episode 18: #18 - Objects to Observe in June 2020
Even though June does not have much darkness due to the long days, Chris and Shane share objects that they plan to observe in June.
episode 17: #17 - You've Purchased a Telescope and Some Eyepieces....Now What?
Chris and Shane share some tips on how to prepare to observe close to home as well as over night at a remote location.
episode 16: #16 - In the Voice of Jim Morrison...This is the End, of Venus Observations
Chris and Shane have concluded this current round of Venus observations and explain why they observed the planet on many different evenings. In addition Shane shares his recent session observing the Sun with a hydrogen alpha telescope.
episode 15: #15 - Learn About the 4 Terrestrial Planets....Hint, it's the Inner 4 Planets
The episode focuses on the four planets that are closest to the Sun. Chris and Shane also talk about an interesting Mercury and Venus pairing to observe on May 23, 2020.
episode 14: #14 - Recent Observing and a Guide to Astronomy Binoculars
Chris and Shane share some recent observing reports as well as some of the binoculars that they like to use for astronomy.
episode 13: #13 - Keeping a Record of Your Observations
Shane likes to keep written logs of his observations and Chris likes to sketch what he sees at the eyepiece. Listen as they battle to the death to determine which method is better....just kidding, no battles here. Just tips that you can use to log yo...
episode 12: #12 - Map of the Sky, Which is the Right Star Atlas for You?
Before the days of GPS, many people used road atlases to navigate during travel. Astronomers still use atlases to navigate the night sky. There are many star atlases available, Chris and Shane discuss many of the common ones available.
episode 11: #11 - Everything about Eyepieces
Have you ever wondered what eye relief is? Or what F.O.V. stands for when you are looking to purchase an eyepiece? This episode tells you about the basics of eyepieces for your telescope.
episode 10: #10 - New telescope first light!
Chris and Shane have each received new telescopes. Come listen to the first light reports and other other helpful tips such as how to test the optics of a new telescope.
episode 9: #9 - Objects to Observe in May 2020
Chris and Shane talk about the objects they are excited to observe in May.