Happy Solstice, Milky Way Season, Plus a Photo of NGC 6231 from June 2019

06.21.20 – Whether you are in the northern longest day or the southern longest night, I hope you enjoy your extra sunlight or starlight this weekend. If you are in a space with a good night sky, get out and enjoy the Milky Way…

‘Tis My Favorite Time of the Year

Winter Solstice, where the Northern Hemisphere has the longest night and shortest day of the year, happened today at 9:47am PST / 17:47 UTC. Today ushers in my favorite season of the year: Winter. I love it. I love the chill. I love being…