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Thanks, Gus. I'm seeing more in the EP now without the filter which is a good sign. Imaging now reveals what I was able to see pre-dust storm. I hope you get some good seeing soon, buddy!

Thanks, Stu. I'm already looking toward the 2020 opposition with its much better predicted altitude

Mars is rapidly shrinking and showing a distinct phase but is also revealing more detail. Through the EP, I could easily see a well-defined polar cap and more defined but still shadowy maria. The Red Planet also reaches perihelion this evening, 16 September at 12:54 UTC (8:54 p.m. EDT): Cheers! Reggie

Great image, Geoff. Mars reaches perihelion on 16 September at 12:45 UTC! Reggie

My opposition series is over but I will continue to get some images of Mars over the next few months for the rest of the year. It's getting smaller but more interesting as the dust storm continues to settle. This shot was taken using the ZWO ASI224MC and the Orion SkyView Pro 180mm Mak: I can see more in the EP now, too, especially the polar cap, WITHOUT a filter! Exciting times! Cheers, Reggie

That will be fantastic!

Are you kidding? That's a great image, Tom! Especially dealing with such low elevation. In a few years, you'll be amazed at how you were able to get such a good image with the conditions you were facing. Regards, Reggie

Bravo, Mars! The imaging continues...

Thanks for sharing that. I had an experience similar to that when I went to a dark site outside of the city. I had never seen skies that dark before. I couldn't recognize anything at first; it was amazing! Reggie

Great Mars! You can definitely see the phase as it moves away from us. I may take a few more shots over the next few months as a farewell. Gearing up for the 2020 opposition! Regards, Reggie

Thanks, Pete, and congratulations again on your award!

Very exciting, indeed! Thanks for sharing Reggie

Excellent animation, Avani! Very three-dimensional Reggie

Nice work, Gav! Reggie

That's going to be a great family portrait Lovely detail on Mars! Reggie