Binoculars https://refractor.io/tag/binocular/ Binoculars en-AU Sun, 21 Apr 2013 09:13:32 GMT The best springtime astronomical views for small telescopes and binoculars https://refractor.io/science/the-best-springtime-astronomical-views-for-small-telescopes-and-binoculars/ The galaxies M81 and M82 as photographed in a 12-inch telescope (Photo: NASA/Robert Gendler)

The spring has come, and the onset of mild weather in most of the northern hemisphere brings forth a hunger for new celestial objects to observe. Following on from our top picks for winter stargazing, here's our selection of the best targets for spring viewing. Some of the objects to be described can be seen down as far south as 30-40 degrees South latitude.

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]]> Sun, 21 Apr 2013 09:13:32 GMT https://refractor.io/science/the-best-springtime-astronomical-views-for-small-telescopes-and-binoculars/ Brian Dodson Top five astronomical targets for your new telescope https://refractor.io/science/top-five-astronomical-targets-for-your-new-telescope/ Gizmag's top five astronomical targets for small telescopes (Photo: Shutterstock)

If you received a telescope for Christmas, or bought one for your kids, your adventures in amateur astronomy are just beginning. Astronomy is the art and science of actually looking at the heavens and even a small telescope will let you find a host of celestial wonders. So where do you begin? Here are our suggestions for five of the most rewarding and spectacular objects with which to start your adventure in amateur astronomy ... plus some important tips on using a telescope.

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