The trials, tribulations and small triumphs of a Charlotte, NC astronomer imaging under Bortle 8/9 skies.
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Wolf Moon
January 9 was a full moon. Like all full moons, it has a name. This one is called the Wolf Moon. It looked dramatic with the light haze in the sky. I took this pic from my deck. If you look closely at the full size version, you can see Jupiter in the trees to the right. You can also see why I cannot put an observatory in my back yard...
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