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Celestron TrailSeeker ED Binoculars : Review & Guide
Discover the Celestron TrailSeeker ED binoculars – lightweight, waterproof and equipped with ED glass for sharper, colour-true views. Perfect for birdwatching, hiking and wildlife observation.
Review: Swarovski ATS 65 HD Spotting Scope
The Swarovski ATS 65 HD delivers elite HD optics and vivid color in a lightweight, angled spotting scope. With smooth zoom, weatherproof construction, and user-friendly ergonomics, it’s a premium field tool—though close focus around 9.8 ft limits tight-range use.
Review: Vortex Razor HD 13–39×56 Spotting Scope
The Vortex Razor HD 13–39×56 is a compact HD spotting scope offering crisp edge-to-edge clarity, robust weatherproof build, and smooth focus. At under 29 oz, it blends portability with premium performance—though its 9.2 ft close-focus may limit tight-range use.
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From Blustery Bust to Whale of a Time: A Thrilling Afternoon at Burghead and Spey Bay
Hi, there, wildlife lovers! Our Sunday escapade took an unexpected twist as Mother Nature decided to stir up some winds, forcing our...
Yvonne Longley
Jun 27, 20232 min read
Fin-tastic Friday: A Sea-Sational Adventure with Dolphins and Minkes!
If you're craving an unforgettable aquatic adventure and love spotting majestic creatures in their natural habitat, let me tell you about my
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May 28, 20233 min read
Badgers and Buzzards
I was very lucky to be invited to attend a local badger survey recently, not too far from home in the Scottish Highlands. Surveys are...
Yvonne Longley
May 18, 20233 min read
A Walk in the Cairngorms: An Encounter with Scotland's Wilderness
A Walk in the Cairngorms: An Encounter with Scotland's Wilderness
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May 13, 20232 min read
Collaboration for conservation
Northwich based family business Focalpoint Optics announces collaboration with Chester based conservation charity Raptor Aid to promote...
titch63
May 2, 20232 min read
Discover the Night Sky Like Never Before with Celestron's StarSense AutoGuider.
Discover the Night Sky Like Never Before with Celestron's StarSense AutoGuider
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Apr 26, 20232 min read
Feed The Birds!
The days are getting longer, the clocks have gone forward, and the daffodils are out - it must be Spring! This is the time of year that...
The Doc
Apr 10, 20236 min read
Badgers of the Scottish Highlands
Badgers of the Scottish Highlands: A Magical Encounter with Nature's Striped Marvels
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Apr 9, 20234 min read
A Birder's High-Flying Marvel
Swarovski ATX Spotting Scope: A Birder's High-Flying Marvel
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Apr 8, 20233 min read
Swarovski EL 8.5x42 Binoculars: A Birdwatcher's Jewel
Swarovski EL 8.5x42 Binoculars: A Birdwatcher's Jewel
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Apr 7, 20233 min read
A Compact Powerhouse for Star Gazers
Celestron NexStar 4 SE Telescope: A Compact Powerhouse for Star Gazers
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Apr 4, 20234 min read
The Enchanting Red Squirrels of the Scottish Highlands
The Enchanting Red Squirrels of the Scottish Highlands
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Apr 4, 20235 min read
Is the 6SE the Best Astroscope?
The Celestron 6SE telescope is a high-quality instrument designed for amateur astronomers who want to take their stargazing to the next leve
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Mar 8, 20232 min read
Teach a bird to fish.
Ospreys are large birds of prey that are known for their remarkable fishing abilities. They are found in many parts of the world, including
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Mar 1, 20232 min read
What's that coming over the hill? is it a.......
Pine martens (Martes martes) are small, tree-dwelling members of the weasel family (Mustelidae) that are native to the Scottish Highlands. T
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Feb 28, 20232 min read
Is FOV important when choosing binoculars?
Binoculars Field Of View, the field of view (FOV) refers to the width of the area that you can see through the binoculars at a specific dist
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Feb 27, 20232 min read
How to Calculate an Astro Scopes Magnification.
To calculate the magnification of a telescope, you need to know the focal length of the telescope and the focal length of the eyepiece being
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Feb 23, 20231 min read
Choosing the Right Tripod
When choosing a tripod for a birdwatching spotting scope, there are several important factors to consider:
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Feb 22, 20232 min read
Digiscoping: An Introduction
Digiscoping is a method of taking pictures or videos of distant objects using a digital camera or smartphone camera attached to a spotting s
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Feb 21, 20232 min read
ED or Not ED?
ED Glass for better viewing.
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Feb 21, 20231 min read
Spectacle / Dioptre Adjustment
Dioptre Adjustment
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Feb 21, 20232 min read
Choosing Binoculars, A Check List.
Choosing the best binoculars can depend on a variety of factors, such as the intended use, budget, and personal preferences. Here are some g
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Feb 21, 20232 min read
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