Find the perfect astronomy gift this Christmas! Below are some of the most popular astronomical gear you’ll find on the web. Telescope accessories, Orion binoculars and all the other cool gadgets make the perfect holiday gift for the backyard astronomer in your household! If you are looking for telescope suggestions for Christmas, we’ve got the [...]
The latest autoguider package from Orion is making a lot of noise in the backyard astronomer communities. Orion’s new kit is just right. It features a very capable system designed for precise astrophotographic guiding. The mini autoguider package is not only precise, but lightweight and competitively priced. Astrophotography and Autoguider Solutions If you want to [...]
As far as observer’s chairs go, the Orion Deluxe Quick-Adjust Observer’s Chair is top of the line stuff. Priced at just under $200, it’s not cheap. Why should you spend money on a good observing chair at all? That’s a good question, and if you read on you’ll find your answer! There’s one thing that [...]
Eyepiece filters play an important role in your viewing experience. Filters act like sunglasses, they filter light to produce a better image. If you’ve worn quality polarized sunglasses, then you know what a difference they can make on how you view the world. Grass looks greener, the sky looks bluer than it actually is, and [...]
A finder scope is used to help a new, or experienced astronomer achieve a generalized alignment with what they’re are wanting to get a better look at. Most finder scopes have crosshairs inside the scope that will help you line things you’re trying to see up better. It is a lot easier to get your [...]
