Auroras 2025 Guide: Forecasts, Kp Index, How to See
Learn how auroras work and how to see them in 2025: Kp index, geomagnetic storms, auroral oval, colors, safety, and reliable forecast tools.

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Listen to Bernard Miller describe his journey into AstroPhotography and detail how he captured this stunning image of the Sculptor Galaxy.
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Drew Evans talks about his passion for astrophotography, the equipment used and tips for post processing image data.
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Hear D.j Van Bourgondien as he talks about using his Celestron EdgeHD 8″ telescope to capture this image of the Fireworks Galaxy
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Learn how auroras work and how to see them in 2025: Kp index, geomagnetic storms, auroral oval, colors, safety, and reliable forecast tools.
Learn how to choose, set up, collimate, and use 6–8 inch Dobsonian telescopes for stunning planetary and deep-sky views. Accessories, tips, FAQs, and more.

The Skywatcher EQ6-R-Pro is a Go-to German Equatorial mount that finds itself in something of a price and weight-bearing sweet spot. It’s relatively affordable in a hobby that will never be cheap, but expensive enough an investment that you won’t want to replace it for many years. It’s a well-known true-ism in astrophotography circles that