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Old 31-08-2007, 09:19 PM
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Hi everybody ,

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' . i hope to learn and talk about astronomy and the art of binocular astronomy in particular.

thanks,

Zane
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Old 31-08-2007, 10:07 PM
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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.
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Old 31-08-2007, 10:08 PM
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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
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Old 31-08-2007, 10:18 PM
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Welcome Zane, hope you enjoy your stay at IIS, best site for miles.

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Old 01-09-2007, 06:38 AM
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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).
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Old 01-09-2007, 02:10 PM
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Thanks everyone for welcoming me to IIS and Im looking foward to learning from all your experiance.

zane.
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Old 01-09-2007, 05:22 PM
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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.
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