csk1985 Posted September 27, 2014 Share Posted September 27, 2014 Hi peeps. Was just wondering if its possible to be able to see the milky way with the naked eye?? I've only ever seen the pictures. But just been into the back garden and got an unbelievable dark clear night here just inside the peak district. Seeing 100's more stars than usual. And I could just make out a really faint hazy band from east to west (ish) give or take. With not a cloud in the sky! hope ive made the question understandable for you Lol many thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charic Posted September 27, 2014 Share Posted September 27, 2014 Hi csk1985,.........that sure sounds like it was the Milky Way. Its very evident from a dark and clear night. A further peek with wide angle binoculars is even more amazing under those conditions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qualia Posted September 27, 2014 Share Posted September 27, 2014 Aye, it certainly sounds like you saw it, Csk A most gorgeous and mindblowing experience, especially the first time witnessed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetstream Posted September 27, 2014 Share Posted September 27, 2014 Congrats csk, the MW is one of the wonders of our universe. I bring a lawn lounge chair and just lay back and watch it, like the other night for a bit. From dark skies its spectacular Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charic Posted September 27, 2014 Share Posted September 27, 2014 ........just back in myself. There wasn't sufficient time for the telescope to cool. I`m trying to get first light with my WO6mm SPL. But the Milky Way was spectacular as ever.I notice too, Orion just above my Skyline of trees and buildings. The signs of Autumn-Winter arrive so fast here in Scotland. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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