Dan Brandon

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A Close-Up View of Mars

By Jane Houston Jones and Jessica Stoller-Conrad Caption: In 2018, Mars will appear brightest from July 27 to July 30. Its closest approach to Earth is July 31. That is the point in Mars’ orbit when it comes closest to Earth. Mars will be at a distance of 35.8 million miles (57.6 million kilometers). Credit: …

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Smarter Every Day

This is not an Astronomy related post but the message at the end of this video is worth the watch!!

Green Bank Star Quest XV

Our event is held at the Green Bank Observatory, Green Bank WV. We have a distinguished keynote speaker EVERY evening, with presentations on the latest in optical & radio astronomy. Clinics and additional presentations held daily (indoors) on multiple subjects including Astrophotography. Solar and night-time observing with our amazing dark skies, right from your campsite. …

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