Object: M82 (NGC 3034, Arp 337, Herschel 79) Irregular Spiral Galaxy in Ursa Major
Light-years: 12,000,000 Magnitude: ~ 8.4 Size: 11.3' x 4 .3'
Date/Time: 11/22/98 @ 01:28 CST
Comments: A very elongated galaxy with dust and bright knots near the Big Dipper.
It is one of the most interesting of all galaxies because it's the victim of a possible cosmic
collision with M81. Recently, the center has been found to contain multiple black holes.
Also called the Cigar or Starburst Galaxy.
Exposure: 10 mins (15 x 40secs), broadband filter

Date/Time: 1/25/98 @ 11:35 CDT
Location: Star Party #2 in Argyle, Texas
Comments: 8" f/6 reflector
Exposure: 5 mins (30 x 10sec), no filter