Read more about the article Astronomy and Politics Disagree – Opinion [Science]
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Astronomy and Politics Disagree – Opinion [Science]

It's a typical Saturday afternoon at the Abbitt Observatory.  The patrons and amateur astronomers are enthusiastic and the discussion is fun bordering on intense.  A joyful moment in the life…

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Read more about the article Mars: The Red Planet on Display in Summer 2018 [Dust Storm]
Telescope: Meade EXT-125 Camera: Google Pixel Photographer: Kevin Francis

Mars: The Red Planet on Display in Summer 2018 [Dust Storm]

During the last star party at The Virginia Living Museum, I laid eyes on Mars for the first time this year.  It rose above the horizon to become the fitting…

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Read more about the article Derotation in Astrophotography [Field Rotation]
Telescope: Meade EXT-125 Camera: Google Pixel

Derotation in Astrophotography [Field Rotation]

Derotation in Astrophotography is Amazing I learned something new this weekend.  I learned about a technique in astrophotography called Derotation.  I'm amazed at what a little imagination and scientific skill…

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