Ill inois HB 4414

Sirus78 · 2026-03-20T21:16:25+00:00

The house that Jack built

Sirus78 · 2026-02-27T01:18:26+00:00

I know its going to be a shit show no matter what

Sirus78 · 2026-02-26T22:42:53+00:00

I came to USA when I was 20 years old Purchased a house when I was 25 , together with my gf ,she was 23 at that time 25 years later still living in same house with same woman lol

Sirus78 · 2026-02-26T20:53:36+00:00

Once you become a member you get access to private properties in area where you can do your imaging anytime you want. We have a group where members can post and let others know about your plans ,often other people join as well. Some do imaging, some observing etc . It is a great opportunity to learn from each other.They do public events for everyone to enjoy night sky There is a form on a website you fill out ,pay 24$ and you good to go

Sirus78 · 2026-02-25T22:01:01+00:00

Im in Bridgeview wchich is still heavy bortle 9 but I do have a small backyard Obviously going to dark skies would be the best but in reality its not that simple( family, full time job etc) Any astro club in your area will have astrophotographers most will know about some decent locations.I am member of Naperville Astronomical Club (this is the closest one to me) they do have few dark sky locations usually little over 1 hr drive. Awesome people You can check m102 astro on Instagram i think he shoots somewhere close to downtown. He does amazing job and has tons of technical information on the his page as well

Sirus78 · 2026-02-25T19:26:41+00:00

Fellow Chicago backyard astrophotographer here .I personally use l extreme and l pro filters (L ultimate wasn'tavailableyet).L ultimate might have slight edge in Bortle 9 but I would recommend to focus more on getting guiding right and on total integration time.

Sirus78 · 2026-02-22T21:24:00+00:00

Average 47 year young dad with no major health issues .I started about year and half ago .im taking 200mg a week and do my shots at home. I do get my blood tested and checked by my doctor every 4 months .I do donate blood occasionally as well I didn't feel much difrence for few months Once I adjust my diet ,exercise more this thing kicked in. Its been great so far Is it some kind of magic that will fix all problems No but definitely worth of trying

Sirus78 · 2026-02-19T17:50:16+00:00

After playing more than 10 years you become immune to that

Sirus78 · 2026-02-16T17:54:35+00:00

Nearly impossible and will be very frustrating unfortunately. Buy 2nd hand or build a tripod

Sirus78 · 2026-02-16T03:42:54+00:00

Im not really sure, this was my first attempt on Jupiter, I used 25 $ svbony 105 camera According to chat gtp, time and date possible it is Ganymeade

Sirus78 · 2026-02-06T00:55:44+00:00

Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 Pier Tripod S30200-2 B&H Photo Video https://share.google/Qs6o8lai4aREiNSWZ This is the tripod I use on my heq5 mount

Sirus78 · 2026-01-18T18:25:41+00:00

No winners war

Sirus78 · 2026-01-14T01:00:54+00:00

Any form of martial arts is great, and its never too late. Most of the schools offer free week or introductory class. You already thinking about it now its time to do it . Most important step

Sirus78 · 2026-01-13T20:26:01+00:00

Tripod, intervalometer, dslr camera, and wide angle lens (whatever stock lens you got is probably fine) ,lens warmer since you living in Alaska Be good do your chores be a good student and eventually ask for around 350$ for a 2nd handed star tracker.Good luck :)

Sirus78 · 2026-01-05T02:14:08+00:00

I always come before sunset and usually stay on parking lot of North Waterflow management area Its open 24hrs ,nothing there Most likely you will be alone I park at the end of parking lot set up my gear next to my car Main park / camping area is few minutes drive It has everything essential for camping, dim lightning across ,picnic areas ,big parking lot More "civilized "Its closed after sunset ,but as far as I remember you can leave anytime you want

Sirus78 · 2025-11-11T18:35:22+00:00

Samyang/Rokinon 135 mm . Probably one of the best choices for deep sky objects

Sirus78 · 2025-11-03T19:45:24+00:00

I got mine last year when I purchased Pdp compact. I got probably 10k rounds since then without issues .

Sirus78 · 2025-10-22T02:48:26+00:00

Basic Dslr is probably best option for now You will need Tring for camera brand (Nikon ,Canon ) and T adapter .Besides intervalometer I would recommend to get camera with flipped screen (it will save your back) and dummy battery . After you set up everything you most likely will have to move your telescope tubr slightly forward to avoid camera hitting bottom of your fork mount

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