Observing podcast: Constellation Sagitta, the Mu Normae Cluster, and combination object NGC 6188 and NGC 6193
July 29-August 5, 2010: The constellation Sagitta makes a nice target for beginning observers, while Mu Normae Cluster and NGC 6188 and NGC 6193 provide nice targets for telescope owners.
Published:
July 29, 2010
 Sagitta offers challenges for beginning and advanced binocular observers. This finder chart will help you target some of the objects lurking around the arrow.
Photo by Astronomy: Roen Kelly
In each episode, Michael highlights:
- One object you can see without any optical aid
- One object you can see with a small (4-inch) telescope
- One object you can see with at least an 8-inch telescope
Targets for 29-August 5, 2010
Naked eye: Constellation Sagitta
Small telescope: Mu Normae Cluster
8-inch or larger telescope: Combination object NGC 6188 and NGC 6193
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