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Old 11-03-2015, 07:49 AM
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Originally Posted by Akwestland View Post
Started with the moon, I dont know that we will ever tire from seeing that. And it was not long before Kim instructed me to slew around to see some more of Jupiter, and what a great sight. Spent most of the night right there. Playing around some with lenses and filters, but mainly just enjoying the view. Maybe it was because we had more time to study but we believe that we made out all 4 moons this time. Exciting to do.

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Andrew
Dark adaptation as well. The longer you stay out there without any bright light intrusion the more sensitive yours eyes adapt. 20 minutes is about where they get really started. Also you see more as you learn to look and not just 'see' without recognising a target.
When I'm imaging I cover the PC screens with a black cover and just scan the skies with binos or eyeballs. Last night I had Eta Carina and Wishing Well by naked eye, very rare in my LP'd zone.
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