FRIENDS DRFELD BEECH ARBORETUM

BOCA RATON, FL

M7_20200714_4 Messier 7 / M7 / NGC 6475 / The Ptolemy Cluster
NGC 6453

M7 is a bright, sparse cluster in the constellation of Scorpius. It is about 980 light-years away and it is estimated to be 200 million years old. From our perspective, M7 lies in front of the Galactic Center (the center of the Milky Way). As a result, the dense starfield behind this cluster is the richest of all Messier objects and one of the richest in the entire night sky.

NGC 6453 is a globular cluster about 38,000 light-years away. It is heavily obscured by interstellar dust since it lies behind the Galactic Center. The cluster appears as a golden clump between M7 and the left edge of the frame.

This is yet another new version of some old data captured from 2019 to 2020. After about four years of reprocessing to get the perfect result, I'm finally calling this project complete. Switch to 100% zoom to appreciate the tens of thousands of stars in this image. I'm really proud of this result, it's one of my best yet!

6 years ago, my first ever deep-sky image featured M7: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/2a8e8s2" rel="noreferrer nofollow">flic.kr/p/2a8e8s2</a>
Improved result 5 years ago: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/2hc2S3M" rel="noreferrer nofollow">flic.kr/p/2hc2S3M</a>
Further improved result 3 years ago: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/2m9Ur8e" rel="noreferrer nofollow">flic.kr/p/2m9Ur8e</a>
Even better result 1 year ago: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/2p7YSmy" rel="noreferrer nofollow">flic.kr/p/2p7YSmy</a>

Total integration: 13 hours 23.5 minutes (803.5 minutes)
06/22/19: 273 x 30 seconds ISO800
08/17/19: 60 x 60 seconds ISO200
08/19/19: 137 x 60 seconds ISO200
06/25/20: 90 x 120 seconds ISO200
06/29/20: 77 x 120 seconds ISO200
07/14/20: 68 x 120 seconds ISO200

Camera: Canon T3i (stock/unmodified)
Average camera temperature: 104 F (40 C)
Telescope: Explore Scientific ED80 f/6.0 Apochromatic Refractor (with ES field flattener) 
Mount: Orion Sirius EQ-G
Guide scope: Svbony 50mm f/4.0 Guide Scope
Guide camera: Orion StarShoot AutoGuider
Capture software: N.I.N.A., PlateSolve2, PHD2
Processing software: PixInsight, GIMP
Bortle Class 7 ~18.44 mag/arcsec^2 (Coral Springs, FL)
M7_20200714_4 Credit: horizon_productions_sfl

Friends Drafeld Beech Arboretum in Boca Raton, FL is a public green space open to the public located in the heart of the city. It covers over two acres of land and is home to a variety of trees and shrubs, including a wide selection of native and exotic species. The arboretum is home to a number of bird species, such as the great blue heron, osprey, and the endangered red-cockaded woodpecker.

The arboretum features several trails and boardwalks that have been built along the paved path, allowing visitors to explore the grounds and take in the natural beauty of the area. The arboretum also offers educational programs and guided tours, as well as a variety of events and activities throughout the year.

The arboretum is open from sunrise to sunset, and admission is free. There is a picnic area, a playground, and a small pavilion where visitors can relax and enjoy the views. The arboretum also has a gift shop, offering a variety of items for purchase.

Friends Drafeld Beech Arboretum is a great place to explore, appreciate nature, and learn more about the area’s flora and fauna. It’s also a great spot to just relax and take in the beauty of the area.

FRIENDS DRFELD BEECH ARBORETUM is a Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Center in BOCA RATON FL. US MID #8401201158

The museum is classed as BOT (Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Centers). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 819 from tax period 200904 (YYYYMM).

Contact FRIENDS DRFELD BEECH ARBORETUM

TROPICAL FLOWERING TREE SOCIETY OF PALM BEACH COUNTY INC
1101 NW 5TH AVE
BOCA RATON
FL
33432-2517

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FRIENDS DRFELD BEECH ARBORETUM Information

MID # 8401201158
Name TROPICAL FLOWERING TREE SOCIETY OF PALM BEACH COUNTY INC
Alternate Name FRIENDS DRFELD BEECH ARBORETUM
Classification Arboretums, Botanical Gardens, & Nature Centers, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 650408303
NTEECC C41
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 200904
INCOME 819
REVENUE 819
LAT/LONG 26.346203, -80.084359
CODES FIPS State Code: 12
FIPS County Code: 099
US Census Tract: 007203
US Census Block: 4006