With Light Pollution becoming more prevalent and the inevitable degradation of our vision, Video Astronomy also known as EAA (Electronically Assisted Astronomy) may provide some needed help.
One of the most frustrating aspects for beginners is pointing their telescopes so as to find an object in the sky. Check out this this video on how to fix this problem
Many beginners are starting out with advanced, computerized GoTo telescopes but often do not know how to work them.
One of the most commonly asked question I get is, "What is the best telescope for a beginner on a budget?"
I love exploring the night sky – working on observing programs and challenges. While I started in astronomy back in 2003 as a visual only amateur, for almost the past decade, my primary method of observing Read more
During the last week of the October in 2022, I attended the Staunton River Star Party held at Staunton River State Park in southern Virginia. This is a great star party all around, one that Read more
This page is not recommend to be viewed on a smart-phone, the embedded calculator format does not work well on small screens. In 1961, astronomer Frank Drake formulated the now famous equation, that bears his Read more
Below is a video I made that provides more information on how I setup my Electronically Assisted Astronomy gear for use at star parties. Please note that you want to make sure you are being Read more
Spring time is always a great time of year to observe galaxies in Leo, Virgo, Coma Berenices, Canis Venatici and Ursa Major. This also the time of year that a great star party is held, Read more
I had the honor of presenting the topic ‘Why We Should Explore Space’ at this year’s Astronomy Days hosted by the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences @naturalsciences. Below is a recording of the virtual Read more