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Below, please explore the interactive Deep-Sky Objects (DSOs) list for the challenge. Each object includes links to Wikipedia, its constellation, a Stellarium chart (located under the image), and our Tips & Tricks links as we progress through the challenge.
For those heading out into the field, you can download the complete XLS guide, provided by JB Cox, on the right. These files include helpful constellation charts, DSO Wildcards, and printing instructions to prepare you for your observing session.
The Official Target list (ordered by sky placement as the season unfolds)
T1 - M8 The Lagoon Nebula in Sagittarius
T2 - The Rho Ophiuchi cloud complex in Ophiuchus
T3 - M20 The Trifid Nebula in Sagittarius
T4 - M6 The Butterfly Cluster in Scorpius
T5 - M17 The Omega or Swan Nebula in Sagittarius
T6 - B72 The Snake (Dark) Nebula in Ophiuchus
T7 - M16 The Eagle or Star Queen Nebula in Serpens Caput
T8 - The Serpent's Nebula in Serpens Caput
T10 - C20 The North America Nebula in Cygnus
T11 - C27 The Crescent Nebula in Cygnus
T12 - NGC6992/6995 The Veil Nebula in Cygnus
T13 - C19 The Cocoon Nebula in Cygnus
T14 - The Elephant's Trunk Nebula in Cepheus
T15 - The Bubble Nebula in Cassiopeia
T16 - The Iris Nebula in Cepheus
T17 - The Cave Nebula in Cepheus
T18 - The Butterfly Nebula in Cygnus
T19 - The Wizard Nebula in Cepheus
T2o - The Heart & Soul Nebulas (either) in Cassiopeia
Wildcard Targets - NORTH & SOUTH Coming soon!
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Challenge FAQ:
> Printing the XLS DSO List
> Printing the XLS DSO List
How to Print the Online .XLS Object List
Method One: Open the tab "File" then select "Print".
Method Two: Download a Local Copy then Print
FREE BONUS: Download JB Cox's Full Seasonal Summer Guide in PDF format
FREE BONUS: Download JB Cox's Full Seasonal Summer Guide in PDF format
For those of you who want to make a deep dive into our summer nights, not to mention if your also blessed with clear skies, download and print JB's FULL SEASONAL SUMMER GUIDE - it's packed with objects all over the sky this summer, plus constellation guides for observing from the northern and southern hemispheres! The guide is Complete with instructions to print your own! Drop a note to JB on Facebook as a thank-you, or say hello!
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