The multiple star Beta Monocerotis, open cluster NGC 2281, and the Horsehead Nebula
January 13-20, 2011: The Large Magellanic Cloud and open cluster NGC 2281 make nice targets for small-telescope owners, while the Horsehead Nebula awaits large-telescope owners.
Published:
January 13, 2011
Each week, Astronomy magazine Senior Editor Michael E. Bakich, a master at explaining how to observe, posts a podcast about three objects or events you can see in the sky.
Targets for January 13-20, 2011
Small-telescope: Multiple star Beta Monocerotis
Small-telescope: Open cluster NGC 2281
8-inch or larger telescope: Horsehead Nebula
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