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Verdict is in: Best Spotting Scope for Birding under $500
Best Spotting Scope under $500? Here is our opinion: Testing out spotting scopes against each other is quite a challenge! If you are used to using binoculars most of the time, getting adjusted to using a single eyepiece takes a little practice. So, we are basing our opinion here on the length of time it took for us to get accustomed to it, and the image quality while do so.Smaller objectives (like 65mm scopes) are smaller and lighter, but what we found is the
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2024 May 29th
Stargazing with Binoculars!
Stargazing made easy? (That depends.)Sometimes we don't want to set up an elaborate contraption involving power supplies, alignments, and large equipment. Or one person is hogging the telescope, and we want to see too. Finally, what if we want to get into the hobby of Astronomy and start with the basics?Things that should be considered when choosing binoculars for stargazing:-All binoculars are the same. Choose what works best for you. This means that what you use f
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2024 May 24th
Sky-Watcher Does it Again! NEAF
INTRODUCING SKY-WATCHER STRAINWAVE MOUNTS!Well....can't say we're surprised here. The specs of the new Strainwave Mounts from Sky-Watcher are promising! With TWO compact and portable packages to choose from, we are seeing some serious competition here. The pricing is also great. See details below!Wave 100i Strainwave mount head $2290 plus taxWave 100i GoTo strainwave head • EQ and AZ modes • Weighs 9.5 pounds (4.3kg) • 22-pound (10kg) payload capacity without optional cou
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2024 Apr 23rd
Birding Season is Here!
Wow, what a beautiful Spring we are experiencing here in the KW region! We've had up to 21 degree weather here. It's been sunny and lovely, no complaints here. As usual, this warmer weather has brought some of our favourite birds back from their Winter homes! I have spotted Kingfisher, Blue Heron, Trumpeter Swans, and so many more already. Image by Shannon CameronAre you the type to yell out to everyone in your car when you spot a bird along the highway?
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2024 Apr 11th
April 8th Total Solar Eclipse 2024
INFORMATION FOR KITCHENER:Kitchener Ontario will observe 99% totality of the upcoming Eclipse on April 8th 2024. Some schools will be closed, and just about everyone will be curious to see it! You may want to know some things!The following info (just about) explains all the things you need to know to plan appropriately:1. Eclipse "glasses" UPDATE: We are getting a shipment next week with only 315 (as of March 6th) pairs of Eclipse glasses that are available, so get your o
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2024 Feb 21st