Ohm Crater is a prominent lunar impact crater located on the Moon’s far side (18.32 N, 113.78 W). Its history and scientific importance have made it a specific target of interest for the Artemis II crew during their historic April 2026 flyby.

To read the full article head over to Eadsy Astronomy and I have as an attachment, the Lunar Fifteen which was mentioned in today's press conference. The Astronauts had to study these so feel free to download them and read them yourself and perhaps, as you observe the moon, see if you can identify any of the features. The Lunar Fifteen are also GREAT for outreach information! LINK

The "Integrity" Connection: Why Observe Mare Orientale?

 

In the news conference today, it was mentioned that one of the targets for the astronauts ie field scientists because they are just that, is Mare Orientale. As the first crewed mission to leave Earth orbit since 1972, a primary scientific and observational goal is the Orientale Basin. I thought it would be good to share some information on Mare Orientale and why the crew of Integrity is going to observe it. 

The full article for this is over at Eadsy Astronomy LINK. 

Artemis II/Integrity Waste Dump Success on April 4th, 2026 at 8:10 CDT!

 Well, as the NASA news conference discussed today, the public fascination with the toliet issue on Integrity is something that I think we all can relate with. I mean, it is something that we all have to do. It goes full blizzard about once every 30 seconds and then particles coming out. The astronauts hope this is a good sign that they can use the toliet!

It's kinda of gross but I thought some might find it interesting?

Artermis II NASA News Conference Day 3 (from NASA)

 In the this video, I recorded the news conference and there is a LOT of discussion on the lunar science that the astronauts have been trained on how to perform that science, observe lunar features. It is interesting that they have had classes on lunar observing, vocabulary and lots of other items regarding lunar science. The video REALLY made me fall even more in love with the Moon and observing it! 

Artemis II Day 3 News Conference

 I missed part of the news conference but I would welcome you to watch Victor Glover's comments. He nails it!