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Originally Posted by EpickCrom
Hi Glen, sounds like you had a fantastic night of observing.
Last night I was observing in my backyard with my 10 inch dob, concentrating on the Orion constellation. Wow, a great night with good transparency and seeing! I could clearly see the red wing tips of the Orion Nebula contrasting with its green central core.
The only downer was the light pollution! There is nothing like a good night of observing and contemplating the universe, therapy in its highest form. I'm glad you had a spectacular night!
Clear Skies
Joe
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I, too was concentrating on the Orion nebula from my light polluted front yard. I could just make out the e and f stars of the trap with my ed120 which I was impressed with. I gave up in disgust though when a house across the roads' spotlight was coming on and off at regular intervals spoiling the view. I should have started in the back yard I guess. (Which is probably only marginally better)
Cheers, Richard