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Moon Meets Helix Nebula

On October 6 after darkness falls look for the Moon in the constellation Aquarius and is near the beautiful Helix Nebula. The two objects are about 5 degrees apart – equal to the width of your three middle fingers held at arm’s length. This observing challenge is for backyard telescopes as this planetary nebula is […]
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Moon Meets Helix Nebula

On October 6 after darkness falls look for the Moon in the constellation Aquarius and is near the beautiful Helix Nebula. The two objects are about 5 degrees apart – equal to the width of your three middle fingers held at arm’s length. This observing challenge is for backyard telescopes as this planetary nebula is […]
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Check out my new blog

This is where my new blog will live and will provide interesting insights into new cosmic discoveries and the latest skywatching events around the world.