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Solar system objects Observing planets, moons, asteroids, meteors, comets, man-made satellites, and the Sun. If you're new here, please read our forum policies.	Re: What is it? by johnjohnson 21 minutes ago	2,179	13,524
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Binocular astronomy Share your binocular experiences, observing tips, and tricks. If you're new here, please read our forum policies.	Re: M51 .... by jace 03-07-2010, 09:33 PM	20	123
Extreme astronomy Share your most extreme observing experiences. If you're new here, please read our forum policies.	Re: Scary meteors by GalaxyFunGirl 02-19-2010, 08:04 AM	109	1,063
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Your astrophotos Whether you are just getting started or have been shooting the sky for years, post your latest astrophotos here or submit them to our Online Reader Gallery. If you're new here, please read our forum policies.	Re: Wide field M101, M13 by leo731 4 hours, 17 minutes ago	3,935	22,021
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Accessories Eyepieces, mounts, and more. If you're new here, please read our forum policies.	Re: XT12i EP ideas? by Poppa Chris 9 hours, 41 minutes ago	2,203	13,561
Resources Recommend your favorite books, sky charts, and software. If you're new here, please read our forum policies.	Re: What Does it REALLY Look... by ThusSpakeZarathustra2 3 hours, 36 minutes ago	301	1,590
Amateur observatories If you're new here, please read our forum policies.	Re: Working up plans for... by Night Watcher 02-22-2010, 02:11 AM	46	300

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Community events Post star parties, planetarium shows, observatory open houses, and other astronomical-themed event announcements here. Also share reviews of recent events you attended. If you're new here, please read our forum policies.	Re: Anyone Located In Northern... by enixon 12-05-2009, 11:41 PM	127	274
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Current and previous issues Discuss articles and topics from Astronomy. If you're new here, please read our forum policies.	Re: Where is Everybody? by jodoak 3 hours, 34 minutes ago	72	314
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