Constellations Containing Messier Objects
As we move through the review of each Messier object, we thought it would be fun to start doing the same for constellations. Therefore, to tie the two series and resources together, it made sense…
Post-COVID-19 Star Party Improvements
As COVID-19 vaccines start to get administered to the general public, it will take some time for star parties to get up and running. Every club and group will have their own ways of determining…
Messier 34
Messier 34 (M34) is a bright, large open cluster located in the northern constellation Perseus. Messier 34 is one of the nearest Messier objects to Earth, with only 6 deep sky objects in the Messier…
The History Of Reusable Rockets
The history of reusable rockets has been one that has evolved from a design on paper to now being a main driver in the new space economy. Having a reusable rocket allows companies to reduce…
Rocket Mail
The idea and concept of rocket mail is to expedite the delivery of mail by means of rocket or missile. Traditional proposals have the rocket landing with the assistance of the deployment of an internal parachute upon arrival. Although it has…
Planetary Bodies Series
Welcome to the Planetary Bodies series, in which we will be discussing the solar system planetary bodies and provide information about the planets, their moons, observational history, scientific missions, as well as observational tips and…
All About The FinderScope
In this article, we will be discussing what a finderscope is, the different types, the best ones, and how to align a finderscope with the main telescope lens. What is a Finderscope? A finderscope is…
American Astronomical Society
The American Astronomical Society is an American society of professional astronomers and other interested individuals, headquartered in Washington, DC. The primary objective of the AAS is to promote the advancement of astronomy and closely related…
Top 5 Most Reliable Spring Astronomical Targets
Spring can always be a tough time in the Pacific Northwest with cold temperatures, cloudy and wet weather, and the potential for some light snow thrown in to make things interesting. With the shorter days…
Post-COVID: Favorite In Person Astronomy Events
With the COVID-19 quarantine nearly lasting 1 year, it has taken a toll on everyone and astronomers have had to adapt in numerous ways. But once the quarantine is lifted, here are some of the…