Cherokee #2 Pronto and Lyra

You can avoid the need for a compass if you learn how to spot Polaris.
(The North Star)

If you look at your star charts, you'll find two of the stars in the big
dipper define a line that points right at Polaris.

On M57, you'll probably need about 60 power to see the hole in the
donut. I typically observe it at about 90 power in my 4.5" refractor.

If you pick up a 9 mm eyepiece, you'll have 53.33 power without your
barlow, and 106.66 with it.

Mark,

ahhhhh - find the North star and North and South are immediatly
apparent. OK, I have the summer triangle and the North Star to look
for. You guys are coming up with some great tips!

peace,
Cherokee