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Originally Posted by Rod-AR127
Was a great short observing session this evening.
Packed it away at 8.30 due to work commitments in the morning and needy family (it's good to feel wanted).
Did l or didn't l?
I think l did.
I found a few candidates but nothing that had a central core that l could definitively say, that's a galaxy.
Using my 2" 30mm gave me 40x magnification which enable me to star hop.
Then a 1.25" 15mm for 80x magnification, then with a 2.5 barlow for 200x. Could just manage to focus.
The sky was very clear, had my dew heater cranked right up as everything was getting wet, quickly. Lens stayed clear and dry.
The only thing left to do is crank up the magnification to 150+ and look at every dot in the area of sky.
I know l was looking in the right spot as there are so many bright stars to jump off and triangulate from, most with the naked eye or the 10x50 spotting scope.
What l need is an observing buddy.  |
Hey Rod, it sounds like you got it mate!
Where abouts in Perth are you? Maybe we can meet up and observe together one day. I need an observing buddy too
I was also out observing from my backyard last night, mainly around Scorpius. Some fantastic sights there! It sure was cold last night though hey?! Happy stargazing mate.
Cheers
Joe