All the stars are out

Living in a city you don't much think about the stars but after spending my summer in Vermont I realized again that they existed.


To lay back and stare at the sky really is a pleasure that we neglect. Just because we see them everyday, up close and personal, on TV does not mean that the majesty of seeing them for real should be forgotten.

Now starring up at them from the back porch is amazing enough but when you actually start gazing at the planets and stars through a telescope things totally change. Seeing the bumps of the moon and the fiery glow of mars can make you feel daunted and small but still wholly fascinated all at once.

If you need a telescope of any star gazing related stuff then Astromart is a cool place to visit. Astromart.com is a leading portal for astronomy news, classified ads and telescope reviews. They also may be a good place to get used cameras for sale and various other things that you would not immediately relate to astronomy.

Overall the atmosphere there seems very friendly and knowledgeable, and as with lot's of things on the world wide web you are sure to be easier connected with the deal or information you need.

Strange happenings in the forest

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As I sit up here hanging around on a branch keeping watch over the forest and all it's inhabitants I can always see little shapes fluttering far away in the distance.

At moments I like this I swing down to my work room and grab my binoculars and camera. Many a time you can see various types of birds, snakes and tree dwellers going about their daily life.

One such moment just a few weeks ago lead me to witnessing a bizarre scene. Now being the caretaker of the forest I know many of the beings that reside here but browsing deep into the trees I could see a strange little creature that I had never seen before. The little winged, long nosed animal was looking very nauseous and dazed.

I immediately slid down my rope and made my way by foot to go and find this creature. Luckily I know the random forest very well so it took me no time at all. I found the creature lying down at the base of the tree, looking somewhat disheveled so I picked it up and took it to Bernard the dog for some medical advice.

Bernard was gob smacked. He said it resembled a young pterodactyl and that they had been extinct for millions of years!

We are still unsure how it got here but it is well on the way to recovery and Bernard has taken the duty of care until we can work out how to return it to it's time period.

Anacortes is a website that provides equipment for bird watching and star gazing (or pterodactyl spotting) including binoculars, telescopes and CCD digital cameras. As well as books, bird supplies and a classified section. They stock many major brands including Celestron, Meade and Bushnell.

The site is a little cluttered on first glance but carries a very friendly feel and seems easy enough to navigate and purchase from. If I was looking for anything they carry and the price was right I would have no worries using them.