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Askar 111F APO telescope released with dedicated 0.74x reducer
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 by Richard Harris
The refractor market has become crowded over the past few years, but every once in a while a telescope shows up that feels like it was designed by people who actually spend nights under the stars. The new Askar 111F gives that impression right away. Built around a 111mm aperture with a 766mm focal l...
Private appalachian observatory retreat under Bortle 2-3 Skies
Monday, May 18, 2026 by Trey Abbe
Mountain Quest Institute invites astronomy clubs, astrophotographers, educators, and passionate observers to experience its 124-acre private estate in Pocahontas County, West Virginia - deep within the National Radio Quiet Zone and just minutes from Green Bank Observatory. Already hosting guests ...
Why Maui does not want the Haleakala telescope project
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 by Richard Harris
After weeks of growing public pushback, the Maui County Council in Hawaii has now unanimously opposed the military’s proposal to construct up to seven telescopes within a state conservation area on Haleakalā. Recently the council approved a resolution urging the U.S. Air Force to deny the p...
Viewing the Gegenschein
Saturday, February 21, 2026 by Richard Harris
If you spend enough nights outside with a camera and a thermos, the sky starts talking back. It speaks in whispers though, and the Gegenschein is one of its quietest voices -almost impossible to catch too. I like that. It rewards patience, good notes, and an honest eye. Chasing it will tune your ins...