DeepSkyStacker has been released in its latest version and is now available. DeepSkyStacker is a freeware for astrophotographers that makes it easier to manage the pre-processing steps of deep sky imaging. It simplifies registering, stacking, post processing and saving the resulting image. After an imaging session the software takes your […]
Author: Stuart Parkerson
There is Still Time to Register for the 2020 Winter Star Party in the Florida Keys on February 17- 23
There is still time to register for the 2019 Winter Star Party “WSP” which will be held in the Florida Keys at Camp Weesumkee in 2019 from February 17 –23. The event is hosted by the Southern Cross Astronomical Society of Miami and is unique in that it occurs mid-winter […]
GSO Eight Cassegrain Telescope Review
When thinking about the GSO Eight Cassegrain telescope, its worthwhile to look back to Laurent Cassegrain who was a 17th century French Roman Catholic priest and is given credit for inventing the telescope design that carries his name. Cassegrain telescopes use a parabolic primary mirror with a hyperbolic secondary mirror. […]
Serving Special Needs Populations with Astronomy Video Technology
“Seventeen years ago, I was blessed with a daughter having special needs.” Though the quiet solitude of losing ourselves in the night sky’s depths is undeniably magical, sharing our love of outer space with others has its own unique rewards. We may share with complete strangers, inexperienced friends, or even […]
Live the Dream With Your Personal Telescope Complex
The folks at the Apache-Sitgreaves Research Center have decided they want to upgrade their systems and location and are providing a unique opportunity for someone looking to have their own a 36-inch telescope in the elevated deserts of northern Arizona with all the comforts of home. The complex consists of […]
Lowell Observatory Offers a Stellar Public Lineup of Six Unique Telescope Instillations
The Lowell Observatory Giovale Open Deck Observatory features one of the finest collections of telescopes available for public observing in the world. It was dedicated in October as part of the celebration of the 125th anniversary of the Lowell Observatory. The facility is named in honor of longtime Lowell supporters/advisors […]
The Starships Project Offers Opportunity for Organizations to Create a Observatories for Educational, Outreach and Scientific Efforts
The Starships Project is an outgrowth of the positive global response to the introduction of the POD MAX observatory. SkyShed’s Wayne Parker knew he was meeting a much-needed niche in the astronomy market – a true crossover product for both amateur and professional needs. He also began to notice that […]
Pegasus Astro Ultimate Powerbox V2 Review
“Enter the Pegasus Astro Ultimate Powerbox V2 and cable tangle and complexity have been broken like a wild Mustang.” I would not date Medusa. Not because she’s got a bad attitude or anything (been there, done that), but … too many cables. I hate cables. Cables are problems waiting to […]
QHY Polemaster Review
“When considering the QHY Polemaster I read comments about folks wishing they had purchased the PM long before they did due to its simplicity and effectiveness. I can share that sentiment.” In the absence of an observatory, typical viewing sessions require that I set up/tear down my scope du jour […]
Antlia Astronomy Filters
Antlia Astronomy Filters from AstroUnga is a new Australian based astronomy retailer specializing in astroimaging products. The small shop is run by two former research scientists with backgrounds in electrical engineering and biotechnology who are passionate about astronomy and astrophotography. AstroUnga has recently announced they are the first astronomy retailer […]
Telescope Help Hotline
Why a telescope help hotline? Well, if you are new to amateur astronomy and you have bought a new telescope, you’ve probably found a plethora of advice online on how to use that telescope. And perhaps you are a bit overwhelmed? The team at Optical Structures, the parent company of […]
APM Jena Offers Fluorite Quadruplet Polychromat Refractor
APM Jena is a telescope manufacturer located in Jena, Germany. Its owner and founder, Norbert Stroemich, is a mechanical engineer and former employee of over 14 years at Carl Zeiss Jena. The APM Jena initial offering is a Fluorite Quadruplet Polychromat 150/1200, offering a premium refractor for both visual and […]