Archive for December, 2007

I love looking up into the night sky. I always have. It seems that there is so much going on in our universe. Years ago I took an astronomy class which has made it even more enjoyable to ponder my star gazing experiences. Clear? I often reflect on the fact that our ancestors used...
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Most quality telescopes require the use of an eyepiece as part of the magnification power of the telescope. If you have a telescope with a single eyepiece, you’ll want to investigate using one or two different ones for different purposes. The eyepiece telescope has this advantage of those that do not have a changeable...
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If you enjoy spending time in the great outdoors, you will find that a good pair of binoculars can add a new & unexpected level of fun to a family vacation, scenic hike, fishing trip or other outdoor outing. Whether you are birdwatching, admiring natural wonders, or sightseeing at historical landmarks, binoculars bring distant...
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Edwin Hubble was born in 1889 in Mansfield, Missouri. He lived there with his family until they moved to Chicago in 1898. Edwin attended high school in Chicago where he became interested in science & the mysteries of the universe. Two writers that he admired were Jules Verne & his “20,000 Leagues under the...
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Can you imagine how large an image is, which has dimensions of 86400 pixels wide & 43200 pixels high? Offhand it’s probably hard for your inner eye to imagine how big that is in reality. To put these wild dimensions into perspective they can be compared to an average computer monitor that displays 1024...
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Astronomy is taught in universities, colleges, and selected high schools today. While observing the stars is considered a scholarly challenge, amateur gazers find it enjoyable entertainment. The opportunity to view the stars in an appreciable way requires a telescope. The need for using sophisticated equipment for viewing the stars has limited the number of...
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Often, the first name that pops into a users mind is that of Meade telescopes & the reason behind this is that Meade is well known for selling quality telescopes at reasonable prices, and is especially suited for the home astronomer. Before selecting a Meade telescope, you should consider the intended application & for...
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Astronomy & space is all about lust for learning. Did you know that astronomy is one of humanity’s oldest sciences? In actual fact, astronomy is one of the earliest sciences that humanity has ever pursued. So the study of our universe isn’t new but you should remember that astronomy is a science. A science...
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Houston, Texas, is probably most famous for its featured role in space travel movies as NASAs Mission Control Center is based here inside the Johnson Space Center. However, there’re hundreds more reasons to book your airfare to Houston, the 4th largest city in the United States. Come get a taste of southern rodeo, Americas...
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The difference between a telescope & telescope binoculars is one eye. And so… So far so good. With a telescope you peer through the lens with one eye & with telescope binoculars you use them both. Additionally, telescope binoculars are similar to traditional binoculars, only with a much longer focal length. It has been...
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Look up! Just do it… What do you see? Stupid question, eh? You see the ceiling of course. And so… So far so good. When you look upwards during a sunny day while picnicking how ever, you see the blue sky. Ever wondered why the sky isn’t green nor but blue? Before answering this...
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The Bible says the heavens declare the glory of God, the skies proclaim the work of His hands (Psalms 19:1). You do not have to be religious for the night sky to grab your attention & wonder. Many of us settle for simply looking into the night sky, unaided by the superb technology available...
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