June 30 – Emission/Reflection Nebulae
Evening Highlights: The Ring Nebula (M57) , a planetary nebula nearly 2300 light years from Earth. The Veil Nebula (NGC6960), a supernova remnant, approximately 1470 light years from Earth. The Dumbbell Nebula (M27), a planetary nebula, approximately 1360 light years from Earth. The North America Nebula (NGC7000), a very large emission nebula, approximately 1600 light years from Earth. Four planets are visible in the sky tonight. Don’t know which ones or how to find them? You will after tonight. One iridium flare will be visible. The observatory will be open at 7:30PM, a video on nebulae will be shown at 8PM.