Tag Archives: astronomy

Tools of the Trade- How Stargazing Works

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Timothy Gleason

Last Friday, I volunteered at an astronomy program at Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center.   While there, I had several people try to figure out how to use the telescope.  While amusing to watch, I realized that most people really have … Continue reading →

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Do it Yourself Planet Hunting, or How You Can Put Your Name on a Planet

Posted on January 15, 2013 by Timothy Gleason

Almost a year ago, several amateur astronomers discovered their  first planet without ever having to set foot outside.  Named PH1 (Planet Hunters 1), this gas giant was found orbiting in a 4-star system 5000 light years away. That’s right, it’s … Continue reading →

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First Passion Blog Post

Posted on September 7, 2012 by Timothy Gleason

As you can see, my passion blog posts are going to be about astronomy images.  I’ve taken all of these images at some point and I’ll try to explain what you are looking at the  best I can.  Here is … Continue reading →

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