6 best orion astronomy books

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That new telescope of yours will show you lots of cool celestial objects, but only if you know where to look. And once you do spot something, wouldn't it be nice to know what it is? With this Toolkit, you'll never be lost in space! It contains four items designed to help new astronomers find their way around the heavens: Orion Star Target planisphere with a range of 30-deg-50-deglatitiude; Orion Telescope Observer's Guide book; Orion MoonMap 260; and an Orion RedBeam Mini LED Astro flashlight.

• Handy kit of astronomy accessories contains four essential items to help beginning stargazers find their way around the heavens
• The Orion Star Target Planisphere shows you the locations of constellations and deep-sky objects for any night of the year - just dial in the date. Designed for use in 30-deg-50-deg latitudes.
• The included Orion Telescope Observer's Guide book is a wonderfully written guide to help beginning astronomers locate and observe over 60 interesting objects!
• The Orion MoonMap 260 identifies over 260 craters and other lunar features
• The Orion RedBeam Mini LED Astro Flashlight emits red light that won't spoil your night vision so you can use the toolkit at night

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This telescope kit will make a great gift for any child interested in exploring starry skies, as it will provide astronomical adventures night after night! The Observer II 60mm Refractor is a full-fledged refractor telescope complete with everything you need to start enjoying the night sky right out of the box. Featuring an aluminum telescope optical tube and all-glass optics, including an antireflection-coated 60mm-aperture (2.36") achromatic glass objective lens, the Observer II 60mm yields crisp, bright images of the night sky. The altazimuth mount provides smooth motion in both altitude (up/down) and azimuth (left/right) axes. This extremely portable telescope weighs just 4.3 lbs. fully assembled. The whole family will enjoy the sharp celestial sights provided by the Orion Observer II 60mm Altazimuth Refractor Telescope. For starters, Saturn and its beautiful rings as well as Jupiter and its dancing moons display nicely. Close-up views of the Moon's cratered surface will give you and your family night after night of adventure. The Observer II 60mm Altazimuth Refractor comes with two telescope eyepieces. Use the included 25mm eyepiece for wide, 28-power views. When you want more magnifying power, use the included 10mm Kellner eyepiece for stronger, 70-power views. Along with the complete refractor telescope, the extra accessories included in this value-packed kit will enhance your stargazing experiences. Use the included Orion Shorty 2x Barlow Lens to double the magnifying power of included eyepieces. The Orion MoonMap 260 makes it easy to locate and learn about interesting features on the Moon. The Orion Star Target planisphere is a star chart wheel for any day of the year. The Orion Telescope Observer's Guide book will introduce you to the wonders of the night sky. Help encourage your child's interest in the stars and space with the Observer II 60mm Altazimuth Refractor Telescope Kit. We have a feeling the whole family will want to join in the fun!

• Value-packed telescope kit with everything you need for night after night of family fun under the stars
• Explore the Moon's craters, Saturn's Rings, Jupiter's moons and much more with the included 60mm refractor telescope
• With the included 25mm and 10mm eyepieces and Shorty 2x Barlow, you can choose from four different viewing magnifications right out of the box!
• Included MoonMap 260 identifies over 260 craters, mountain ranges, valleys and other lunar features
• An included Star Target planisphere lets you see which constellations will be out any night of the year and the detailed Orion Telescope Observer's Guide highlights over 60 celestial objects to observe

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This telescope and accessory bundle is ideal for backyard astronomers who are just starting to explore the wonders of the night sky. Not only does this inexpensive bundle include the complete Orion SpaceProbe II 76mm Reflector Telescope, it also comes with essential accessories for beginners. The petite SpaceProbe II 76mm Altazimuth Reflector Telescope is a great choice for anyone who is curious about space and the stars. The telescope's 3" aperture (or diameter) gathers a good amount of light from the night sky for impressively bright and detailed views of celestial wonders. The whole family will want to join in the fun for great views of the Moon, bright planets, and star clusters seen through the SpaceProbe II 76mm Reflector. This is a complete reflector telescope setup that will help foster a lifetime of appreciation for science and astronomy. The SpaceProbe II 76mm Altazimuth Reflector Telescope is better than ever when used with the extra accessories in this value-packed kit. Use the Shorty 2x Barlow with the 25mm eyepiece that comes with the telescope to enjoy 56x magnification compared to 28x, and the combination of the 10mm eyepiece and Barlow bumps the magnification from 70x to a powerful 140x view for closer looks. Use the included MoonMap 260 to properly identify lunar features you see through the telescope. Read the included Orion Telescope Observer's Guide book to learn how to locate and observe over sixty interesting objects to explore in the telescope. Use the Star Target Planisphere to see what constellations and objects will be visible on any day of the year. The RedBeam Mini flashlight makes it easy to refer to charts and books while observing, and it helps you see small parts and knobs without disrupting dark-adapted vision.

• 3" aperture and 700mm focal length telescope provides wonderful views of the Moon, planets, and even some bright nebulas and star clusters
• Telescope Kit includes extra value-packed accessories for a fun stargazing experience
• Comes with a Shorty 2x Barlow that doubles the magnification of both included eyepieces
• Use the included Star Target Planisphere and MoonMap 260 to plan stargazing sessions
• The included Orion Telescope Observer's Guide book will lead beginning amateur astronomers to over sixty interesting objects to explore

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Our compact, performance-packed Orion StarBlast II 4.5 EQ Reflector telescope is a favorite of both beginners and expert astronomers alike. It combines the high-quality Orion StarBlast II 4.5" wide-field (f/4.0) parabolic reflector optics with our sturdy EQ-1 equatorial tracking mount and adjustable-height tripod. The 4.5" aperture reflector telescope's short focal length serves up a generous chunk of sky in the eyepiece, making it easy for beginners to find celestial objects to study. This tripod-mounted version of the StarBlast II 4.5 reflector offers an even more pronounced wide-field viewing experience compared to its tabletop counterpart, as we've upgraded the telescope eyepieces to include two from the Orion Sirius Plossl series - a 25mm and 10mm - which have a 52-degree apparent field of view. Observations of everything from the Moon to Messier objects appear exceptionally sharp and rich in contrast through this petite reflector telescope. The StarBlast II 4.5 EQ Reflector Telescope Kit comes with extra accessories at a great value! The popular Shorty 2x Barlow doubles the magnification of any 1.25" eyepiece for a power boost. The included Orion MoonMap 260 is a useful reference map of the Moon's surface that will help the whole family learn the names and locations of more than 260 craters, mountains, valleys, "seas" and other interesting lunar features you can explore with your telescope. The detailed Orion Telescope Observer's Guide book highlights over 60 celestial objects to observe in a telescope. Use the included Star Target planisphere to plan your observing sessions year-round! The RedBeam Mini LED light provides dark-friendly red light when you need it under starry skies.

• This wide-field reflector telescope has enough aperture for great views of the Moon, planets, and many bright deep-sky objects
• A fantastic general-purpose astronomical telescope - great for the beginner to test the waters with mirror optics large enough to keep you and your family busy viewing for years to come
• Included Shorty 2x Barlow doubles the magnification of both included eyepieces
• Use the included Star Target Planisphere and MoonMap 260 to plan stargazing sessions
• The included Orion Telescope Observer's Guide book will lead beginning amateur astronomers to over sixty interesting objects to explore

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The Orion StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector Telescope MAX Kit is a great Beginner solution for you and your family, and will impress with it's high-quality construction, great performance and MAXimum value. Its superior optics will also appeal to more advanced users. We've equipped StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector Telescope Kit with a MAXimum set of top-notch accessories to enrich your stargazing experiences, including: an Orion 13% Transmission Moon Filter, an Orion Moon Map 260, Orion Star Target Planisphere, Orion Shorty 2x Barlow Lens, Orion Telescope Observer's Guide and an Orion RedBeam Mini LED Flashlight: The included EZ Finder II red-dot sight makes aiming the telescope nice and easy. Start stargazing with the 17mm Explorer II eyepiece for medium-power views. Increase magnification for more powerful views with the 6mm Explorer II eyepiece. Dial-in celestial details with the smooth adjusting 1.25" rack-and-pinion focuser. Built-in base handle makes the StarBlast a great "grab-and-go" telescope Learn about the night sky with the included Starry Night Special Edition software. The extra accessories in this value-packed telescope kit will enhance your stargazing experiences. Use the Shorty 2x Barlow lens to double the power of other 1.25" eyepieces. Use the included MoonMap 260 to properly identify lunar features and the Moon Filter to reduce glare and enhance detail. Read the included Orion Telescope Observer's Guide book to learn how to locate and observe over sixty interesting objects to explore in the telescope. Use the Star Target Planisphere to see what constellations and objects will be visible on any day of the year. The RedBeam Mini flashlight makes it easy to refer to charts and books while observing, and it helps you see small parts and knobs without disrupting dark-adapted vision Get the StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector Telescope MAX Kit today and discover how much fun astronomy can be for the whole family. You'll all have a blast!

• A great compact grab-and-go telescope designed for entry-level and intermediate astronomy enthusiasts
• Substantial 4.5" aperture and fast f/4 focal ratio provides bright, detailed views of solar system targets like the Moon and planets, as well as wide-field celestial objects like nebulas and star clusters
• Ships pre-assembled so you can go from the box to your backyard in minutes
• Includes two Explorer II 1.25" Kellner telescope eyepieces (17mm and 6mm), EZ Finder II reflex sight for easy aiming, eyepiece rack, collimation cap, and Starry Night astronomy software
• MAX Kit includes Moon filter, Moon Map 260, Star Target Planisphere, Barlow Lens, Observer's Guide, and RedBeam flashlight

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