Jun 19, 2022 | Astronomy, Astrophotography, Interests
The Triffid Nebula Two types of gas meet, and have a party…. The triffid nebula, or Messier 20, is a lovely southern nebula visible in the summer, which contains both an emission nebula (red) and a reflection nebula (blue). It gets its name from the...
Sep 29, 2021 | Astronomy, Astrophotography, Interests
Un-“veiling” The Avalon Linear Equatorial Mount Changing to a new mount. Recently, I’ve switch to a new mount, the Avalon Linear Fast Reverse. Avalon’s mounts are unique in that they are completely belt driven, without the traditional...