Episodes
Monday Aug 31, 2020
#44 - Objects to Observe in September 2020
Monday Aug 31, 2020
Monday Aug 31, 2020
Find out which objects to observe in September and find out how you observe the winter constellations without having to endure the cold temperatures.
Thursday Aug 27, 2020
#43 - An Economic Way to Double Your Eyepiece Collection
Thursday Aug 27, 2020
Thursday Aug 27, 2020
Adding a barlow to your kit is a great way to double your eyepiece collection. Chris and Shane discuss the pros and cons of barlows as well as an overview on different mounts the are available to astronomers.
Monday Aug 24, 2020
#42 - Life, The Universe and Everything!
Monday Aug 24, 2020
Monday Aug 24, 2020
After a quick shout out to The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Chris and Shane talk about recent observations of the Sun, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn.
Thursday Aug 20, 2020
#41 - All About Backyard Observatories
Thursday Aug 20, 2020
Thursday Aug 20, 2020
Chris is thinking building an observatory at a dark site. Shane shares all of his learnings of owning a backyard observatory. If you have ever thought about building an observatory, this episode is for you!
Monday Aug 17, 2020
#40 - Learn Different Techniques to See More Planetary Detail
Monday Aug 17, 2020
Monday Aug 17, 2020
Chris and Shane talk about different techniques to see the last little bit of planetary detail and share recent observations of Jupiter, Venus, and Mars.
Wednesday Aug 12, 2020
#39 - Perseid Meteor Shower and Using the Summer Triangle to Navigate the Sky
Wednesday Aug 12, 2020
Wednesday Aug 12, 2020
We are in the middle of the Perseid meteor shower, this episode will tell you everything you need to observe it. Also find out about the Summer Triangle in the sky!
Monday Aug 10, 2020
#38 - Filter Impacts & More Planetary Observing
Monday Aug 10, 2020
Monday Aug 10, 2020
Chris and Shane discuss some new gear purchases and filter use during planetary observing.
Thursday Aug 06, 2020
#37 - Deep Dive Into Scorpius
Thursday Aug 06, 2020
Thursday Aug 06, 2020
Chris and Shane discuss the history of Scorpius and some of the best objects to observe in the constellation.
Monday Aug 03, 2020
Monday Aug 03, 2020
The weather has been good for astronomy which means Chris and Shane have lots to share!