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Hi Doug,
Nice report -- an enjoyable read.
The M65/M66/NGC 3628 trio are probably the best galaxiy trio in the sky, though the 4" will really struggle with NGC 3628 unless you are in pristine conditions.
You wrote:
" ... and got as far as M59/M60, but simply got lost. Not enough detail visible through the light pollution to keep on going. It looks like this would be enormous fun from a dark sky site."
And
" ... I want to do an overnighter from a dark sky sight and log a lot of the Leo / Virgo / Coma B. galaxies."
As a "galaxy lover", this area of sky is simply nirvana. I believe that the renowned glass-pusher Mark Suchting was once quoted as saying that he wanted to be "buried facing Orion" Well, when my time comes, you can point me in the direction Virgo/Coma.
When you do get to that "overnighter" from a true dark site, even with a 4" you will find after one night, that you'll have almost scratched the surface. More like a week of all-nighters will be needed to show you most of what's on offer for a 4". 10" ... a month, 20" ... 6 months.
Best,
Les D
Contributing Editor
AS&T
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