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Deep Impact

Deep Impact - Bullseye! »
Deep impact blast expected to yield invaluable data

Comet Crash »
Comet crash yields some answers, far more questions

Beyond the Fireworks »
Analysis continues on the impact of Deep Impact

Comet 9P/Tempel 1 »
About comets, particularly Comet 9P/Tempel 1

Spacecraft on a Mission »
An indepth look at the impactor of Deep Impact

Comet Watching Gear »
Hints on capturing the impact of a controlled comet explosion

New Planet

New Planet - Xena is Out of This World »
An introduction to the new planet 2003 UB313 or simply, Xena

New Planet - Great Debate! »
Xena fuels debate over planetary status

New Planet - See It Yourself »
Viewing requires a clear night and one BIG telescope

New Planet - What's in a Name? »
KBO or Planet? 2003 UB313 awaits.

New Planet - Where is Xena? »
With an elongated orbit, it depends on the millenium

Meade

Meade High Precision Pointing »
An introduction to Meade's high precision pointing function

Meade Introduces UHTC Coatings »
Backyard astronomers benefit from Meade's UHTC breakthrough technology

Celestron

Celestron Telescopes »
An overview of Celestron telescopes and optic products

Celestron SkyScout Review »
The Celestron SkyScout eliminates astronomy guesswork

Celestron SkyScout FAQ »
Answers to some of the more commonly asked questions about the Celestron SkyScout

Celestron SkyAlign »
The SkyAlign function is a learning tool as well as an object locator

Learn About Telescopes

Telescopes 101 »
Basic information for the telescope owner

How To Select Your First Telescope »
Hints on making your first telescope purchase a winner

Magnification and Using Eyepieces »
A look at the intricacies of the telescope

Using a Barlow Lens »
A cost effective way to increase the magnification of your telescope eyepieces

Image Orientation - Why Is Everything Upside Down? »
Explains why the world can look upside down through a telescope's eyepiece

Telescope Mounts »
Smooth telescope viewing depends on a good tripod or mount

Star Parties - A Gathering of Telescopes »
Even star parties have its own rules of decorum

Polar Alignment »
Tips on adjusting your telescope for polar alignment

Adjusting Your Eyes To The Dark »
Night vision hints and tips

Eyepiece Formats »
The right telescope eyepiece can make a world of difference

Computerized GOTO and GPS Telescopes »
A GoTo telescope can bring the stars to you

Got a Nice View? »
A spotting scope for land, the other for the sky

Observing Our Closest Star »
Daylight telescope viewing requires strict safety precautions

How Filters Can Better Your View »
A wise use of filters can enhance your telescope viewing

Using Binoculars for Astronomy »
A pair of astronomy binoculars can open the night sky to you

What Can You See With a Telescope? »
The heavens are endless and so are your observing options with a telescope

Astrophotography - Making the Connection »
Some tips on astrophotography

Can you see objects left behind on the moon? »
About moon shots and other objects in space

Fighting Dew »
Ward off dew with some handy dew prevention accessories

Understanding Telescopes »
Know your telescope

Telescope Glossary »
A comprehensive glossary of common telescope terms and phrases

Learn About Binoculars

Astronomy Binoculars »
Astronomy binoculars as an alternative to night sky viewing

Bushnell Permafocus Binoculars - AutoFocus Free »
Bushnell's Perma Focus binocular line assures you won't any of the action

Bushnell Trail Cameras »
Keep an eye on the woods when you're away with a Bushnell digital trail camera

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International Year of Astronomy 2009

2009: The International Year of Astronomy »
International Year of Astronomy Celebrates the Infinite

About Telescope Brands

Shopping for a New Telescope: Meade vs. Celestron »
A comparative look at both Celestron and Meade Telescopes

Telescopes in the News

Thirty Meter Telescope »
30 meter telescope to be built atop dormant volcano

About Finder Scopes

Telescope Finder Scopes »
What are finder scopes and how to use them