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Optimum conditions of observation are dark, remote areas on clear nights. Leap said Shenandoah Valley residents may obtain better views at higher altitudes because Valley smoke and haze magnified by lights impedes viewing.
This spring, Halley’s comet is south among the stars, making it difficult to see, Leap said. He also noted that the moon can Interfere with viewing the comet.
He also recommends using binoculars - 7 x 50 mm or 10 x 50 mm -to look at the comet. “You don’t need high magnification, but gathering light is important.” Buying a telescope isn’t necessary, he said, but if an individual already owns a low power telescope, it can be used.
Leap said the comet is important to study because of its common origins with the rest of the solar system, and Ingham noted that this year three previously unanticipated comets have been discovered by people watching for Comet Halley. Both agree that observing Halley’s comet in 1985-86 will be their only opportunity to do so - it won’t reappear until approximately the year 2060.
To locate Halley’s comet through the end of January, find it in relationship to one of three constellations - Pisces, Pegasus or Aquarius. Between twilight and 10 p.m., face a southerly direction, find the constellation in the sky and use binoculars to look for the comet where it appears in relation to the constellation.
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