Hey,

I think you should get yourself a good pair of binoculars (20x80 or
something in that range). They are extremely portable and easiest to set up.
Point them up and go!

Ofcourse a small refractor could also do the job or you, or even better, a
small SCT. But a good SCT will usually fall outside your price range...

Greetings,

John


"Steven C." wrote in message
.. .
I'm planning on going camping in Yellowstone and wanted to get a telescope
to bring with me. What to be able to look at planet and stars and spend
under $300. I have never had a telescope before. I'm an engineer so I'm
so
what mechically inclined but would like easy setup.

If this is not the right news group can you point me in the right
direction.

Thanks