Albategnius – How to Observe This Stunning Moon Crater Near the Terminator

Albategnius – How to Observe This Stunning Moon Crater Near the Terminator

The week of June 30-July 6 takes us from Day 6 to Day 12. This week we will highlight the moon crater Albategnius, visible on Wednesday night close to the terminator. Albategnius: [SE/L10; L=4°E] Albategnius is a delight! It is

Vallis Rheita: The Moon’s Longest Valley and a Stunning Lunar Observation Target This Week

Vallis Rheita: The Moon’s Longest Valley and a Stunning Lunar Observation Target This Week

The week of June 23-29 takes us from Day 28 to Day 5. This week we will highlight the Rheita Valley, visible on Sunday night close to the terminator. Vallis Rheita: [SE/N14; L=52°E] At 276 miles, the Rheita Valley is

Piccolomini: Complex Moon Crater with a Substantial Central Mountain Peak

Piccolomini: Complex Moon Crater with a Substantial Central Mountain Peak

The week of August 15-21 takes us from Lunar Day 19 to Day 24. This week we will highlight the moon crater Piccolomini and the Altai Scarp, viewable early Tuesday morning. Altai Scarp (Rupes Altai): [SE/M12] Viewable even through small