Celestron Deluxe Folding Moon Map
Navigate the Lunar Landscape with Confidence—From Backyard to Classroom
Whether you’re tracing the shadow line during a waxing crescent or exploring the rugged highlands under a full Moon, the Celestron Deluxe Moon Map is your all-in-one guide to Earth's closest celestial neighbor. Created in collaboration with renowned lunar cartographer Ralph Aeschliman, this beautifully detailed, double-sided map helps beginners and seasoned selenophiles alike explore the Moon's dramatic surface features with ease.
The Front Side: Your Lunar Road Map
The face of the map is a 24" x 24" full lunar chart showcasing hundreds of features—craters, maria, mountain ranges, valleys, and more. Each feature is labeled clearly and accurately, with a handy directory of key landmarks and their selenographic coordinates, so you can go straight from map to eyepiece (or vice versa). Whether you're observing Tycho's rayed ejecta or tracing the terminator across Mare Imbrium, you'll know exactly what you're looking at.
The detail is crisp enough to serve as a serious observing aid, but the layout remains clean and approachable for first-time Moon watchers.
The Back Side: Expert Tips & Regional Close-Ups
Flip the map over and you’ll find close-up images and descriptions of the Moon’s most iconic regions—perfect for building a lunar observing checklist or deepening your understanding of the terrain. There are also inset views of the North and South Polar Regions, ideal for advanced observers or anyone chasing libration-enhanced features.
Need advice on how best to observe the Moon? This side includes practical lunar observing tips, from ideal phases for contrast to telescope and binocular recommendations. Whether you're guiding a public outreach session or enjoying a solo night under the stars, you'll appreciate the depth and clarity of the content.
Field-Ready and Built to Last
Printed on durable 4.2 mil HopSyn synthetic material, this map is waterproof and tear-resistant, so it stands up to dew, wind, spilled coffee, and enthusiastic page-turners. It folds down to a compact 8" x 4" size, making it easy to tuck into a gear bag, glove box, or back pocket. When you're not using it at the scope, it looks great mounted on the wall or used as an educational tool in the classroom or club.
Observing Tip:
For the best lunar detail, observe around first or last quarter when shadows cast by crater walls and mountain peaks are long and dramatic. Use this map to track how features near the terminator change in appearance night by night—it’s like watching the Moon in slow motion.
Final Thoughts
The Celestron Deluxe Moon Map isn’t just a chart—it’s a passport to the most fascinating landscape in the night sky. With expert cartography, educational content, and rugged construction, it’s a must-have for anyone who loves the Moon. Whether you’re just starting out or have dozens of lunar sessions under your belt, this map will deepen your understanding and enrich every viewing.
Specifications
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Map Dimensions (Unfolded): 24" x 24"
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Map Dimensions (Folded): 8" x 4"
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Material: 4.2 mil HopSyn synthetic
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Waterproof: Yes
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Tear Resistant: Yes
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Sides:
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Front: Full Moon map with labeled features and coordinate directory
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Back: Observing tips, regional close-ups, polar region maps
