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  • How to get started in Solar Astronomy
    May 16, 2023

    How to get started in Solar Astronomy

    Often overshadowed (no pun intended) by the night sky and all of the vibrant celestial objects that it reveals, one very fascinating sub-niche of the Astronomy hobby is Solar Astronomy - the study of the closest star to Earth (and the only star...

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  • Vaonis Telescope Comparison: Stellina vs. Vespera
    April 27, 2023

    Vaonis Telescope Comparison: Stellina vs. Vespera

    Vaonis offers a few different Computerized Smart Telescopes, each with their own unique features and capabilities. The two different Vaonis Telescopes that we will be comparing are Stellina, and Vespera. NOTE: The Stellina and Vespera Telescopes are designed primarily for Deep Sky Astrophotography, and not for...

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  • The Differences Between Terrestrial and Celestial Telescopes
    December 3, 2022

    The Differences Between Terrestrial and Celestial Telescopes

    What is a "Terrestrial Telescope"? A Telescope that can be used, or is designed primarily, for land-based viewing. Terrestrial Telescopes are usually Refractors that offer erect upright viewing through a system of lenses and mirrors.  Typically, Refractor Telescopes will come with...

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  • A Guide to choosing a Metal Detector
    November 18, 2021

    A Guide to choosing a Metal Detector

    A guide to choosing a Metal Detector  Most importantly, choose a detector with a frequency that is designed to target the type of items that you wish to recover. The Frequency Frequency basics: The number of waves per unit per...

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  • An Introduction to the World of Birding
    February 15, 2021

    An Introduction to the World of Birding

    Join the 50 Million Birders in the United States & Canada If you're looking to get into the hobby of Birding, there are 3 key things that you'll want to consider before venturing out on your first excursion; they are Location, Research,...

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  • Telescope Terminology
    May 28, 2020

    Telescope Terminology

    Collimation: This refers to the alignment of the optic mirrors in a Telescope. Collimation brings collected light into perfect focus. All reflector Telescopes, whether Newtonian or Dobsonian, work by collecting light with a primary mirror at one end of the...

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