Tonight, We Had An Incredible Discussion About Living In Space, Focusing On The Moon And Mars! The Highlight
Tonight, we had an incredible discussion about living in space, focusing on the Moon and Mars! The highlight was getting to peek through my telescope, we look at Caldwell 14, Saturn and the Moon. Although clouds played a bit of a trick on us, making Jupiter a little hard to see, the kids and groups still had a blast exploring the cosmos!
Thanks to everyone who joined us for this cosmic adventure. Here’s to more nights filled with stargazing and learning!
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I captured the magic of the full moon through the telescope tonight!
Isn't it amazing how the universe reveals its wonders when we take a closer look? This lunar beauty never ceases to mesmerize me.
First sunset of the spring
Did you know that the Milky Way has over 150 globular clusters?
One of the most striking globular clusters in our Milky Way is Messier 3 (M3) I came across an amazing image of the globular cluster M3 taken with the Vatican Advanced Technology Telescope. For comparison, I share a photo that I have taken through the DWARF II.
Did you know that M3 is a collection of several thousand to millions of stars, all gravitationally bound?
It's approximately 34,000 light-years distant and contains around 500,000 stars!
You can spot it high above the disk of the Milky Way after sunset and before sunrise. Take a look with binoculars or a telescope and see if you can spot T Cor Bor (which is about to go nova, one of these days!)
I had an amazing time presenting and sharing the wonders of our solar system through a solar telescope at the Bunkerville Library today!
As part of the Summer Challenge Program, we explored the sun's surface, learned about solar flares, and discovered how our incredible star impacts our everyday lives.
It was fantastic to see both kids and adults so engaged and enthusiastic about astronomy. Your curiosity and questions made the event truly special!
Thank you to everyone who came out and participated. Don’t forget to keep looking up and stay curious. The universe has so much to offer!
Had an amazing morning at career Day.
Today, I had a full rotation of classes where I talked to the children about exciting careers in space, the importance of healthy eating, and gymnastics for keeping the bones healthy.
The children were so engaged and curious, I have a few who had fantastic questions. It was inspiring to see their interest in topics like black holes.
One of them tell me that after her PhD, she dreams of becoming a marine biologist on a moon base!
Mars Opposition is Coming! Prepare for a celestial show this winter!
Get ready, stargazers! It has been 2.2 years. It is not the best opposition, but we can try. From late December 2024 to January 16th, 2025, Mars will reach its closest point to Earth (opposition).
This means the Red Planet will be brighter and bigger, and we'll even have a chance to see its icy south pole!
Don't miss this rare opportunity to gaze at the Red Planet's southernmost point. It's a once-in-a-while treat that will leave you starstruck! Share with friends and family who love space, and astronomy, or want to experience the thrill of witnessing something truly cosmic.
Check out this amazing AI-generated image of Mars' south pole!
Excited to support the Summer Challenge at Indian Springs Library! Today, I got to explore the wonders of our closest star, the Sun, using my trusty telescope.
I love observing the Sun's surface and its incredible features. From sunspots to solar flares, it's a reminder of the vast and dynamic universe we’re a part of.
What an great experience at the astronomy camp with over 200 young explorers!
We kicked off the day by setting up tents, firing up the BBQ, and indulging in delicious s’mores. As the sun began to set, the kids got their first glimpse through the telescope, watching the sun in all its glory.
Later that night, we dived into an Astronomy 101 session and embarked on a breathtaking constellation tour. Through my 8-inch telescope, they marveled at the Moon (they LOVED it!), Jupiter and its satellites, and the mysterious Mars.
With the Seestar, we explored deep-space wonders like M13, M42, M81, and M82 bringing distant galaxies and nebulae to life.
To wrap up this magical night, we lit floating lights, sending glowing lanterns into the sky—just like stars finding their way home.
This night was more than just stargazing, it was an adventure beyond Earth, sparking curiosity and awe in every child.
