📅 Date: Saturday, Apr 11 – Sunday, Apr 12, 2026
🌙 Moon Phase: Last Quarter Moon – optimal for viewing lunar surface relief
⏰ Check-in: Saturday 6:00 PM
⏰ Check-out: Sunday 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Quiet, dark sky site within easy reach of Pune and Mumbai
Study the dramatic Caucasus Mountains—rugged lunar mountain ranges with deep shadows.
Observe Mare Imbrium, one of the Moon’s largest volcanic plains with prominent features and craters.
Examine the impressive Archimedes crater, a large, well-defined impact crater with distinct central peaks and terraced walls.
Follow distinct crater chains and rilles, appreciating the Moon’s geological history in vivid detail.
Explore prominent spring constellations: Virgo, Boötes, Hercules, Corona Borealis.
View bright globular clusters such as M13 (Hercules Cluster) and M5.
Look into the rich Virgo Cluster of galaxies visible through telescopes.
Recognize key stars of spring constellations: Spica (Virgo), Arcturus (Boötes), and others.
Enjoy a clear dark sky rich with Milky Way star fields (away from moonlit areas).
Scan globular clusters like M13 and M5.
Observe fine star fields in Virgo and Hercules.
Detailed observation of lunar crater chains, mountains, mare features.
Beautiful resolution of globular clusters and spring galaxies.
Observe Virgo Cluster galaxies with advanced telescope setups.
Welcome and orientation with an introduction to lunar geology and crater chains.
Guided lunar observation focusing on mountain ranges and crater details.
Star tour spotlighting spring constellations and globular clusters.
Deep sky telescope session for observing clusters and galaxies.
Interactive sessions for identifying lunar features and deep sky objects.
Astrophotography advice for lunar and deep sky imaging.
Professional 10″ and 12″ Dobsonian telescopes equipped for lunar and deep sky viewing.
Lunar filters to enhance relief and reduce glare.
Wide-field binoculars and star charts for complementary observations.
Comfortable outdoor viewing setup with amenities and safety measures.
Enthusiasts eager to deepen their understanding of lunar geology.
Photographers interested in detailed lunar and deep sky imaging.
Families and students interested in exploring the night sky together.
Anyone fascinated by the Moon’s rugged terrain and distant galaxies.
Dress warmly; night temperatures can be cool in April.
Bring comfortable chairs or blankets for prolonged observing sessions.
Cameras and smartphone adapters are encouraged for astrophotography.
Patience and curiosity will enhance your experience as you explore detailed lunar structures.
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