The Ilkeston & District Astronomical Society (IDAS) is a friendly group of active astronomers from beginners to seasoned hands. All newcomers are very welcome.One popular aspect of astronomy is photography. The bright star in this picture is the left-hand star in Orion’s belt, Alnitak, some 800 light-years distant. This long exposure image brings out the colour and detail of the Flame nebula and the much elusive Horsehead nebula.Learn your way around the night sky and how to take photos like this, with help from IDAS.
Dates and times of meetings: Stating meet every Tuesday of the month.
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