I AM sometimes asked for advice on buying binoculars or ‘bins ‘as they are often referred to in the birdwatching world. Binoculars are useful to the birdwatcher whether as a beginner or a more ...

For backyard astronomers, the promise of image-stabilized binoculars is simple: sharper, steadier views of the night sky ...

If you find yourself increasingly intrigued by the night sky and yearn to see more than what is visible with the naked eye, you don’t need to buy a fancy telescope costing hundreds or thousands of ...

Binoculars, often associated with bird watchers and opera, can also be invaluable for photographers. Imagine being able to spot the distant deer in the woods, or the cascading waterfall on the ...

One of the joys of hiking is the close observation of the natural beauty of the wilderness, and a good pair of hiking binoculars can help. High quality optics allow you to view the songbirds providing ...

Once every 13 months the Earth passes between Jupiter and the Sun during its yearly orbit around the center of the Solar System. This will happen on Friday, February 6, when Jupiter will be at ...

Budding ornithologists don’t need a suitcase full of birdwatching equipment — a trusty birding guide and heaps of patience are often the only tools required to identify plumage, eggs or sounds. But ...