December 24, 2008
- Consider a Refracting Telescope for Star Gazing
In the world of astronomy, different types of telescopes are used to view the stars and planets. However, it is the refracting and reflecting telescope that represent the two basic types of telescope used by today's novice and professional astronomers. Of these two telescopes, the refracting telescope has the longest history and has been in use for centuries. Its design was developed around the 15th century and is still a very popular telescope in the twenty-first century. Actually, a refracting telescope is one of the oldest telescope designs still in use by today’s astronomers. (…)
November 13, 2008
- Start Your Young Astromoner Off With a Beginner Telescope
If your young star gazer seems to have a fascination with the stars and planets, consider buying them a kids telescope. We are not talking about a toy or a pirate's plastic telescope, but a real quality telescope designed specifically for novice star gazers. Now it is important to choose a telescope that allows for optimal viewing of celestial bodies while providing a clear magnified view of your targeted celestial bodies. A telescope that has these capabilities will provide for a more positive experience for your star gazer and heighten their interest in the world of astronomy . (…)
