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SH2-132 The Lion Nebula

SH2-132 The Lion Nebula

SH2-132, commonly known as the Lion Nebula, is a beautiful emission nebula located in the constellation Serpens Cauda. Its distinctive shape and

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July 12, 2023July 12, 2023
Tom Johnson
Sharpless
asi294MC, L-Extreme, Nebulae, Sharpless, William Optics Z73

IC 1396 Elephant Trunk Nebula

IC 1396 Elephant Trunk Nebula

The Elephant Trunk Nebula, officially known as IC 1396, is a fascinating region of interstellar gas and dust located within the constellation

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July 11, 2023July 12, 2023
Tom Johnson
Index Catalogue (IC)
asi294MC, L-Extreme, Nebulae, William Optics Z73

The Cygnus Loop

Cygnus Loop

The Cygnus Loop, also known as the Veil Nebula, is a fascinating astronomical object located in the constellation of Cygnus. Within this

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July 10, 2023July 10, 2023
Tom Johnson
New General Catalog (NGC)
asi294MC, L-Extreme, Nebulae, NGC, William Optics Z73

C/2022 E3 (ZTF)

C/2022 E3 (ZTF)

Comets have long intrigued humanity with their ethereal beauty and mysterious origins. Among these captivating celestial visitors is Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF).

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June 21, 2023June 22, 2023
Tom Johnson
Comet
asi294MC, Comet, L-Pro, William Optics Z73

Messier 27, NGC 6853 – The Dumbbell Nebula

Messier 27, also known as the Dumbbell Nebula, is a breathtaking celestial object located in the constellation Vulpecula. As one of the

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June 20, 2023June 21, 2023
Tom Johnson
Messier (M), New General Catalog (NGC)
asi294MC, Messier, Nebulae, Nexstar8se, NGC

Messier 51 – Whirlpool Galaxy

At a Glance Object: M51 – Whirlpool GalaxyType: Interacting Spiral GalaxyConstellation: Canes VenaticiDistance: 31 million light-years Catalog: M51Best Season: Spring Located approximately

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June 16, 2023June 20, 2026
Tom Johnson
Messier (M), New General Catalog (NGC)
asi294MC, Galaxies, L-Pro, Messier, Nexstar8se, NGC

IC 1805, SH2-190 – Heart Nebula

IC 1805 Heart Nebula

IC 1805, also known as the Heart Nebula, is a stunning astronomical object located in the constellation Cassiopeia. This emission nebula is

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June 15, 2023March 19, 2024
Tom Johnson
Index Catalogue (IC), Sharpless
asi294MC, IC, L-Extreme, Nebulae, William Optics Z73

Messier 5, NGC 5904 – The Rose Cluster

M5 Rose Cluster

Messier 5, or NGC 5904, often referred to as the Rose Cluster, is a captivating globular star cluster located in the constellation

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June 14, 2023March 19, 2024
Tom Johnson
Messier (M), New General Catalog (NGC), Uncategorized
asi294MC, Cluster, L-Pro, Messier, Nexstar8se, NGC

Messier 49, NGC 4472

Messier 49 (M49): Exploring an Elliptical Galaxy in the Virgo Cluster Messier 49 (M49), also identified as NGC 4472, is a captivating

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June 12, 2023March 20, 2024
Tom Johnson
Messier (M), New General Catalog (NGC)
asi294MC, Galaxies, L-Pro, Messier, Nexstar8se, NGC

Messier 57, NGC 6720 – The Ring Nebula

Messier 57: Exploring the Ring Nebula Messier 57, or NGC 6720, also known as the Ring Nebula, is a captivating celestial object

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June 11, 2023March 20, 2024
Tom Johnson
Messier (M), New General Catalog (NGC)
asi294MC, L-Extreme, Messier, Nebulae, Nexstar8se, NGC, Planetary Nebulas

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