The first step to using a telescope is to become familiar with it. Any good telescope should come with easy-to-follow instructions on how to set it up. Before venturing out into the night, become familiar with how to assemble and disassemble your telescope. Also familiarize yourself with the different settings and go through the instructions on how to polarize the axes and adjustments of the mount. This isn't something to be done while outside at night, because of the lack of visual range and it will cut into viewing time.
Also, one will want to plan their session and decide what sort of astral bodies they would like to view. Perhaps purchase a star chart or other map in order to easily locate objects in the sky. Familiarization with this map would also be useful before beginning the session. However, be sure to bring a flashlight or some other light source in order to see the star chart. One may wish to make a list of what bodies they would like to view.
Once one is ready to begin their session, they will need to find the darkest location available and begin setup of their telescope. Be sure to start the magnification of the eyepiece on the lowest level and focus the eyepiece. From there all one needs to do it point and enjoy! The mounts will have to be adjusted the object moves, due to the rotation of the Earth, which is where the familiarization with the mount comes into play. This is referred to as "tracking".
Be sure to bring supplies when one is star gazing and to dress appropriately. The night temperature should be checked, as well as the weather forecast, so that the proper clothing can be worn. It is always a good idea to bring a sweater or coat incase anything unpredictable happens. Also, a a small umbrella can be good idea. One may also wish to bring drinks and snacks to their session, or share their viewing with friends. It is also important to be familiar with one's surrounding. Do not set up one's telescope in an area which could be dangerous and be sure not to trespass, or seek permission from the property owner before venturing anywhere that is private property.
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