New kid on the block

[zane_man]

Hi everybody :hi:,

my name is zane, ive always been into astronomy, but in the last year ive got really into it. I use 8x40 binoculars for most of my observing because i like to be able to observe large parts of the sky at a time. i like to observe DSO's like star clusters and nebulea.

i joined Ice In Space after my brother (Jarrod) recomended it as a way to 'expand your knowlage of the universe' :P. i hope to learn and talk about astronomy and the art of binocular astronomy in particular.

thanks,

Zane :thumbsup:

[jjjnettie]

Hi Zane,
There's nothing like lounging back and cruising the skies with a pair of binos.
There should be more of it.
Welcome to IIS.

[Ric]

Hi Zane and welcome to IIS, this is the right place to expand your knowledge. There are also quite a few members who are well versed in the art of binocular astronomy who will be able to discuss your field of observation.

Have a great time

[leon]

Welcome Zane, hope you enjoy your stay at IIS, best site for miles. ;)

Leon :thumbsup:

[iceman]

:welcome: to IceInSpace, Zane!

There's a nice article in the articles section about buying a pair of binoculars for astronomy (if you wanted to upgrade your 8x40's).

[zane_man]

Thanks everyone for welcoming me to IIS and Im looking foward to learning from all your experiance.

zane.

[davidpretorius]

welcome Zane

forums are a great way to learn and share what can be a lonely hobby.

Consider us your extended family.

I am slowly realizing that sometimes high mag is not always the best, naked eye or binocular astronomy is great.