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Observing Jupiter: Cloud Bands, the Great Red Spot, and Galilean Moons
Jupiter is the most dynamic planet in the solar system for telescope observers. Learn how to see cloud bands, the Great Red Spot, moon transits, and shadow events in this complete observing guide.
Team Visit Astronomy · Feb 12, 2026
Observing Saturn: Rings, Moons, and Opposition Seasons
Saturn's rings make it the most visually stunning planet in the solar system. Learn when and how to observe Saturn, what details to look for, and why opposition seasons matter.
Team Visit Astronomy · Feb 10, 2026
SOHO: Our Eye on the Sun
The Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO) has been watching the Sun continuously since 1996, revolutionizing our understanding of solar physics. Learn how SOHO works, what it has discovered, and why it still matters today.
Team Visit Astronomy · Jan 13, 2026