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We are finding video is a great way to "show and tell" our customers about Orion products. We are just beginning to create videos to help customers select, assemble, set-up, collimate, and use Orion telescopes. We'd love to see your videos – this could include videos of the night sky, your Orion products in use in the field, or club star parties.

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Getting Started with Stargazing

Getting Started with Stargazing

Get great tips for your first stargazing session from the experts at Orion! Helpful hints on how to plan an evening with the stars, what you should expect to see with a telescope, the benefits of binoculars for beginners, and more to help you enjoy every starry night!

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Deep Sky
The Star Party: Target - Galaxies, Nebulae, and Clusters

The Star Party: Target - Galaxies, Nebulae, and Clusters

Orion's tips for viewing fainter "fuzzy" objects like galaxies, nebulas, star clusters, and more. Learn how eyepiece filters can help combat light pollution to enhance your view. This is an episode of "The Star Party", a video guide from Orion Telescopes and Binoculars.

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View by Category: Nebulae | Galaxies | Star Clusters


Solar System
The Star Party: Target - The Moon

The Star Party: Target - The Moon

Helpful tips for viewing the Moon, our nearest neighbor in the solar system. Discover which lunar phases provide the best views, and learn how Moon Filters can enhance your observations. This is an episode of "The Star Party", a video guide from Orion Telescopes and Binoculars.

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View by Category: Moon | Planets | Sun | Comets & Meteors


Night Sky
The Star Party: The Last Word

The Star Party: The Last Word

When you look out into deep space with a telescope, you look back far into time. Who or what might be looking back at you? This inspiring video concludes "The Star Party", a video guide to amateur astronomy from the crew of Orion Telescopes and Binoculars.

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In the Field
The Star Party: What A Telescope Does

The Star Party: What A Telescope Does

So what exactly does a telescope do? How do they work? Watch our video introduction to telescopes and learn all about these powerful instruments. This is an episode of "The Star Party", a video guide to amateur astronomy from the crew of Orion Telescopes and Binoculars.

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How To Choose A Beginner Telescope

How To Choose A Beginner Telescope

Deciding which telescope is right for you can seem difficult, but it doesn't have to be! Our video guide to choosing a beginner telescope will help you decide which type of telescope is best for you to start a rewarding hobby of observing the wonders of the night sky.

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Product Features
Features of the Orion Atlas and Sirius Mounts

Features of the Orion Atlas and Sirius Mounts

This video introduction to our best-selling equatorial telescope mounts presents features and functions of the Orion Atlas EQ-G and Sirius EQ-G GoTo mounts. Watch step-by-step tips on how to align the computerized GoTo system, comparisons between the two mounts, and more.

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Featured Customer
Featured Customer - Barry E.

Barry E.
Family and Astronomy - A Match Made
in the Heavens

Orion customer Barry E. has been delighting the Orion staff recently with his gorgeous astro-images. Whenever we see a new astro-image submitted by Barry, we know our eyes are in for a treat. In fact, one of his beautiful astro-images was selected as our 3rd place winner in the Deep-Sky category of our 5th Annual StarShoot Photo Contest! Like so many of us, Barry has enjoyed a lifelong fascination with the night sky. We recently contacted Barry to ask how he first became interested in the hobby, and we'd like to share his comments with you...

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Featured Article
Notable 2012 Celestial Events

Notable 2012 Celestial Events

Mark your calendars and organize star parties with friends and family to catch these noteworthy 2012 night sky events. In addition to key celestial events, we've also listed the First Quarter and New Moon phase dates for each month. The First Quarter Moon provides interesting views of the lunar terminator region and New Moon evenings are great opportunities to observe deep sky objects.

January
Kick off the New Year by watching the Quadrantids meteor shower peak on the 3rd and 4th, and enjoy great views of Jupiter all month long.

February
Explore the Winter Milky Way and enjoy early evening views of Jupiter...

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IC410 - The Tadpoles

IC410 - The Tadpoles
Barry E.

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Featured Video
Getting Started with Stargazing

Getting Started with Stargazing

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Featured Events

We are happy to feature various astronomy-related events which we believe will be of interest to our customers. Click here for a list of events which have been submitted.

And find out how you can share your own astro-event with other Orion customers.


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About Orion Telescopes & Binoculars

Since 1975 Orion Telescopes & Binoculars has been offering telescopes for sale direct to customers, with an unswerving commitment to best quality products, value and unmatched customer care. Our 100% satisfaction guarantee says it all.

Orion offers telescopes for every level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, and Expert. From our entry level beginner telescopes for amateur astronomers to our Dobsonian telescopes to our most advanced Cassegrain telescopes and accessories, you can find the best telescope for you. And you'll enjoy discount prices by buying your telescope online, direct from Orion. Not sure how to choose a telescope? Orion's Telescope Buyer's Guide is a great place to start.

Orion binoculars are known for quality optics at a great price. We offer binoculars for every viewing interest, including astronomical binoculars, compact binoculars, waterproof binoculars, birding binoculars, sport and hunting binoculars, and even night vision binoculars.

Orion's telescope and astrophotography accessories will enhance your telescope enjoyment without breaking the bank. Expand your viewing experience with accessories ranging from moon filters to power-boosting Barlow lenses to advanced computerized telescope mounts. Capture breathtaking photos with our affordable astrophotography cameras. And when you're stargazing, Orion's telescope cases and covers, observing gear, red LED flashlights, astronomy books and star charts will make your observing sessions more convenient, comfortable and meaningful.

At Orion, we are committed to sharing our knowledge and passion for astronomy and astrophotography with the amateur astronomy community. Visit the Orion Resource Center for in-depth information on telescopes, binoculars, and astrophotography. You can find astrophotography "how to" tips and share your best astronomy pictures here. Submit astronomy articles, events, and reviews, and even become a featured Orion customer!