In this issue Publisher Stuart Parkerson takes a look at the Golden Years of Astronomy through the eyes of reader and contributor Richard “Rik” Hill; Matt Harmston shows how the SkyShed POD is a game changer; Dr. James Dire test drives Explore Scientific’s Focal Extenders; Richard “Rik” Hill provides a history of telescope maker Criterion as seen from the pages of the magazines “Sky & Telescope” and “Review of Popular Astronomy”; Dave Snay shows how building an observing chair can be a fun project; Jason Hisson walks through his ATM 8-inch RFT ball scope; Rob Pettengill shows how to make a simple Dobsonian carrying case; plus Industry News, New Products and more!