Binocular Astronomy

Every major class of celestial object can be viewed in binoculars. Softly glowing clouds of gas and dust… clusters of hundreds of sparkling stars… distant galaxies…

Magnificent Orion

Orion, the hunter, is the most magnificent constellation in our skies. It contains some of the sky’s most spectacular sights within reach of binoculars, among them one of the greatest celestial treasures: M42, the great Orion Nebula.

The Beautiful Pleiades and Hyades

Taurus, the Bull, is home to two of the most famous and beautiful open star clusters – the Hyades whose stars make up the distinctive V-shape of Taurus’ face, and the dazzling Pleiades.

Spectacular Scorpius

The spectacular scorpion, Scorpius, scuttles across our winter skies, and contains some fabulous binocular treasures

The Moon in Binoculars

The Moon is fabulous in binoculars. Best of all, every night a different phase of the Moon is visible, so new craters, seas, and mountains are revealed!

Stargazing Glossary

This brief glossary will help you be better equipped to explore the night sky, and communicate with others who share your passion for the cosmos