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Old 28-01-2010, 09:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Benno18 View Post
Had a great night viewing last night. Having the monthly challenge MADE me get the scope out and write down what was seen.

Rigel: Was a great view directly above. Able to split it with the 10mm EP. Used the 2x Barlow for a closer look, But the "further away" view was better. Had a go at Sirius while i was up there but no good. Need a fine focuser i think and a smaller EP (6mm?)

Mars Polar ice cap: Was difficult to view because it was so low in the sky, but the ice cap stands out regardless a white tinge to the northern part of the planets disk.

Tonight looking good for more

Happy viewing
Benno
Great to hear your out there observing has been cloudy most of the week here.

Sweet you got Rigels little fella, what telescope were you using?

Hope you get good seeing for mars..

Orestis
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