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Comet 17P/Holmes(I)
Comet 17P/Holmes continues to put on a show for skywatchers willing to brave the cold weather. After an incredible run of clear skies through much of the fall, skies turned snowy here in Park City. Storms have been passing over … Continue reading
Holmes Bigger Than The Moon!
Comet 17P/Holmes burst onto the astronomy scene just three weeks ago. In that time, its captured the attention of astronomers worldwide. Brightening one million fold literally overnight the comet has grown steadily as well. From its earliest days, Comet Holmes … Continue reading
Comet 17P/Holmes (III)
got out under some pretty sweet skies and checked out Comet 17P/Holmes again. It is an amazing object. It has grown immense over the last few days. Reports indicate that it is now roughly 1/2 the visual diameter of the … Continue reading
Comet Holmes (II.1)
Comet Holmes 20071025This shot is the second of a series taken on Thursday night (11/25/07). I took this shot of Comet Holmes without the barlow used in the first image. This (slightly) overexposed the inner portion of the comet, but … Continue reading
Comet Holmes (II)
went out for a 2nd night of Comet Holmes… this was even better than the first Even the brightest full moon of the year couldn’t put a damper on the views. I pulled out the BIG scope just to get … Continue reading