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Anna Kessler
19 Apr 2025
Saw Jupiter for the first time with just binoculars!
I finally managed to spot Jupiter last night from my balcony with a simple pair of binoculars.
Couldn’t believe how bright it looked - and I think I saw some moons too!
Excited to keep exploring the sky, any tips on what to look for next?
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#beginnertips
#diybuild
#milkyway
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Natalie Greene
06 May 2025
What’s the easiest way to tell a star from a planet?
I always get confused when looking at bright points in the sky — how can I know if I’m seeing a star or a planet? I’ve heard that planets don’t “twinkle” as much, is that true?
Would love an easy trick or visual example!
#starvsplanet
#beginnertips
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Nia Brooks
06 May 2025
Caught Saturn's rings clearly tonight
I’ve been stargazing for a few months now, but tonight was my first time seeing Saturn’s rings so clearly through my telescope. It honestly took my breath away.
Do they always appear this visible, or was it just perfect weather conditions?
#saturn
#skywatching
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Anna Kessler
02 June 2025
Took my telescope out for the first time since my dad passed
It took me a while to gather the courage, but last night I finally brought out the telescope my dad and I used to use together. He was the one who got me into astronomy.
I spent hours just scanning the sky in silence, not even focusing on any specific object. It felt like he was there with me.
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#skygazing
#personalmoment
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Sophie Miller
06 May 2025
What’s the easiest way to tell a star from a planet?
I always get confused when looking at bright points in the sky — how can I know if I’m seeing a star or a planet? I’ve heard that planets don’t “twinkle” as much, is that true?
Would love an easy trick or visual example!
#starvsplanet
#beginnertips
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Bob Jones
19 Apr 2025
Can’t get my telescope to focus, what am I doing wrong?
I just got my first telescope (a SkyWatcher 130/900) and tried pointing it at the Moon last night.
I could see light, but everything looked blurry, no matter how much I adjusted the focus knob.
Do I need an extra eyepiece? Or am I missing something basic?
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#focusIssue
#telescope
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