Celestron Deluxe Folding Moon Map

Celestron Observer’s Map of the Moon – Your Essential Guide to Lunar Exploration

Take your lunar observing to the next level with the Celestron Observer’s Map of the Moon—a beautifully designed, durable, and information-rich reference created in collaboration with renowned lunar cartographer Ralph Aeschliman. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned observer, this two-sided map will guide you through the fascinating features of Earth’s only natural satellite, helping you identify and understand the Moon’s most prominent and intriguing landmarks.

Explore the Lunar Surface with Confidence

From rugged highlands and sweeping valleys to vast impact basins and mountain ranges, the Moon’s surface is teeming with geological wonders waiting to be explored. The front of the map presents a highly detailed, annotated lunar chart, allowing you to:

• Identify major features such as Maria, Montes, Craters, Rilles, Lacus, and Valles

• Match what you see through your telescope or binoculars with labelled features on the map

• Use the comprehensive index with coordinates to easily locate specific regions of interest

Whether you’re observing through a beginner telescope or a high-powered setup, this map is your guide to navigating the Moon’s landscape with precision and ease.

Close-Up Lunar Regions & Polar Views

The reverse side of the map offers detailed close-up photographs and feature highlights of the Moon’s most exciting regions, including:

• Notable craters like Tycho, Copernicus, and Plato

• Mountain ranges such as Apennine and Caucasus

• The North and South polar regions—increasingly important in modern lunar exploration

These close-ups provide additional visual detail and context to help you explore more deeply, whether you’re imaging the Moon or simply scanning its surface visually.

Practical Tips for Successful Lunar Observing

Alongside the maps and photos, you'll find a section of observing tips to help you make the most of your lunar sessions. Learn how to:

• Optimise telescope or binocular performance for Moon viewing

• Choose the best lunar phases for observing specific features

• Use lighting and shadow to reveal surface details

These practical pointers make this map a great learning tool as well as a reliable field reference.

Built for Durability and Portability

Printed on waterproof and tear-resistant material, the Celestron Moon Map is built to withstand regular use in the field. Whether you’re observing from your back garden, a dark-sky site, or a camping trip, the map folds down neatly to 8” x 4” for easy transport and storage.

Unfolded, it makes a stunning wall display or classroom resource—perfect for astronomy clubs, science educators, and aspiring young astronomers.

Key Features:

• Developed with lunar expert Ralph Aeschliman

• Two-sided map with detailed lunar chart and close-up lunar features

• Labelled surface features with an index of coordinates

• Images of lunar polar regions for advanced observing

• Includes practical observing tips for telescope and binocular users

• Waterproof and tear-resistant for outdoor use

• Folds to a compact 8” x 4” – ideal for travel and storage

• Doubles as a stylish educational poster for home, classroom, or astronomy club

Your Ultimate Companion for Moonwatching

Whether you’re observing your first crater or returning for your hundredth lunar session, the Celestron Observer’s Map of the Moon offers everything you need to explore, identify, and appreciate the ever-changing lunar surface. It’s a must-have for any astronomer, educator, or Moon enthusiast.

Order now and make every lunar observing session more meaningful, educational, and inspiring.