Shaun_B Posted April 12, 2015 Share Posted April 12, 2015 Hello everyone,My name is Shaun and I live in Colchester, Essex.I've been floating around the forum for about a month before joining. My interest began just over a year ago when I bought my son a Jessops 80 x 800 telescope, as you can probably guess, it was me that got hooked rather than him lol. My 2nd and current weapon of choice is a Meade 90 etx which I bought a couple of days ago.I've done a fair bit of stargazing although it's only been the likes of Jupiter and the moon from my back garden which has a fair amount of light pollution, the Jessops has done stand up job for £30. I understand that the Meade 90 etx isn't the best for viewing DSO's but can anyone recommend any that may be visible with my telescope? EP's I have are: Super plossel 26mm, cheapo 3x Barlo, 20, 12.5 and a 6mm that came with the Jessops telescope.Thanks Shaun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wookie1965 Posted April 12, 2015 Share Posted April 12, 2015 A warm welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dweller25 Posted April 12, 2015 Share Posted April 12, 2015 Hello Shaun and welcome to SGLThe Orion nebula can still just be seen sinking into the south west sky just after dark.Venus is well placed in the west sky at sunset at the moment.I would suggest you download Stellarium - its free to find other bright deep sky objects...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xtreemchaos Posted April 12, 2015 Share Posted April 12, 2015 hi mate and welcome from south wales.all the best and i wish you clear skys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swag72 Posted April 12, 2015 Share Posted April 12, 2015 Hi Shaun and welcome to SGL. Glad that you found us and hope that you enjoy your time here.Look forward to seeing you around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bizibilder Posted April 12, 2015 Share Posted April 12, 2015 Hello Shaun and welcome to SGL!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Spock Posted April 12, 2015 Share Posted April 12, 2015 Hi Shaun, welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave In Vermont Posted April 12, 2015 Share Posted April 12, 2015 Hi Shaun! Greetings and welcome to SGL. This is a great place to look for advice on most every subject related into astronomy, and that could fill a warehouse! We all love answering and asking questions. So make yourself at home, and toss out any & all questions that come up. Someone is bound to know the right answers!Clear Skies,Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterCPC Posted April 12, 2015 Share Posted April 12, 2015 Hi Shaun and welcome.Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToxoLight Posted April 12, 2015 Share Posted April 12, 2015 Hi Shaun and welcome to the lounge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkJ44 Posted April 13, 2015 Share Posted April 13, 2015 Hi Shaun and welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Presland Posted April 13, 2015 Share Posted April 13, 2015 Hi welcome to SGL from Pete in Bedfordshire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Lloyd Posted April 13, 2015 Share Posted April 13, 2015 Hi and welcome Shaun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laudropb Posted April 13, 2015 Share Posted April 13, 2015 Hello and a warm welcome to the SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vox45 Posted April 13, 2015 Share Posted April 13, 2015 Hello and welcome to the forum Clear skies ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobSki Posted April 13, 2015 Share Posted April 13, 2015 Hello and a very warm welcome to the star-crazy gang, I hope you have a great time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glowjet Posted April 13, 2015 Share Posted April 13, 2015 Hi Shaun and welcome to SGL, you may find some useful information on your 90 ETX scope at the mighty ETX web site www.weasner.com/etx enjoy the forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damnut Posted April 13, 2015 Share Posted April 13, 2015 Hi Shaun,Welcome to SGL, enjoy your stay and that grand etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AstroGZ Posted April 13, 2015 Share Posted April 13, 2015 Hi Shaun,Welcome to SGL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesM Posted April 14, 2015 Share Posted April 14, 2015 Hi Shaun and welcome to the forumClear skies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sologuitarist61 Posted April 14, 2015 Share Posted April 14, 2015 Hello Shaun and welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stropper Posted April 17, 2015 Share Posted April 17, 2015 Hi and welcome"Turn Left at Orion" has lots of information objects to look for and how to see them including how easy they are to see. Well worth getting a copy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaun_B Posted April 17, 2015 Author Share Posted April 17, 2015 Thanks for the welcome everyone and I appreciate the helpful info given. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purdo Posted April 17, 2015 Share Posted April 17, 2015 Hi Shaun & Welcome to SGL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charon Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 Welcome aboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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