My Celestron telescope is still in its box waiting for its grand debut! I would love assistance from our stargazing community to help unbox and set it up for immediate use.

We will start with the fun part.... deciphering the assembly guide (NOT!). Reading detailed assembly directions is where I fall completely short so any/all help is greatly appreciated!

As twilight deepens into dark skies, our effort will pay off as we aim the lens to the celestial sights. The moon will be 50% illuminated, which is actually the best time to observe the moon. The terminator line (where shadow meets light) creates dramatic long shadows across lunar craters and mountain ranges, providing incredible visual contrast through the eyepiece.

Bring a camp chair, red headlamp and your favorite star gazing beverage along with a snack to share with the group.

I will email the specific ap to download and the…