[bwang29]

Anyone could offer some insights on how expensive it is to really do this in one's backyard and where the backyard is best located? I remember joining a astrophotography group a few years ago, and the equipment setup and scouting process could be quite a burden.

[NGC404]

@location: Light Pollution has gotten worse over time (with the exception of a few countrys with policies regarding that). VIIRS Data might offer a basis for choosing a backyard: https://www.lightpollutionmap.info/#zoom=3&lat=4695853&lon=-...

[Ididntdothis]

I do some astrophotography and the equipment gets very expensive quickly. As far as location goes a dark sky is better but for the ISS clear air is very important.