Capture the comet Nishimura

On September 12th, 2023, the comet Nishimura will be the closest to sun in its trajectory.

The comet is getting more challenging every morning. It is shining about 4.5 magnitude which technically makes it a naked eye object but because it's very diffuse and getting closer to the sun every morning, it gets lost in sun's glare. So binoculars and photography is your best bet to seeing the comet's head and tail too.

You need to find an observing spot that has a clear view down to the eastern horizon, away from city lights, about an 1 hr to 1.5 hours before sunrise.

Let’s go 🤩

Can we see the comet with the naked eye?

During the night and if the weather is clear and you’re located in a non-light polluted location, the limiting visibility will be about 6th magnitude.

The comet’s current magnitude is 3.6 (Based on latest stellarium update)

Remember, less magnitude means more light, for example the moon for this day is -7.5.

Cost

We will be driving about 2 hours away from Montreal. I am charging for the transportation as well as my service fees for guiding you to find the comet and take photos of it.

What’s included

• Research for a location

• Transportation

• Guidance for finding the comet

• Guidance for photographing the comet

• Photos taken during the trip

What’s not included

• Equipement

• Meals / Snacks

• Drinks

Participants

Minimum: 2 participants

Maximum: 5 participants

Skill Sets: All Levels of Photographers are Welcome. Any non-photographer is welcome too!

Physical Activity: Easy (No hiking required)

Language: English and French

Departure: Midnight and return 7:30 am

What to bring

• Hiking shoes

• Warm clothing

• Hiking clothing

• Gloves and beanie (It will be cold at night)

• Water bottle

• Headlamp with option of red color (Get in touch if you want a recommendation)

• Optional: Your camera, tripod

Cancellation Policy

This activity is non-refundable. You could transfer your ticket someone else if you can’t make it anymore.