We’ve reached 1,000 subscribers! In this special episode of the AstroGuy Podcast, I’m sharing the story behind one of my first deep-sky photos — the North America and Pelican Nebulae — and announcing an exclusive giveaway for viewers. You could win a signed, one-of-a-kind metal print of this image! Join me as we celebrate this milestone and look ahead to what’s next for the channel.
Celebrating 1,000 Subscribers + Exclusive Giveaway!
Welcome to a very special episode of the AstroGuy Podcast on YouTube!
We’ve reached an incredible milestone — 1,000 subscribers! This episode is all about saying thank you to the amazing astronomy community that’s grown around this channel.
I’ll share a little about how this journey began, what’s ahead for the channel, and how you can enter a contest to win something truly special — a signed, numbered (1 of 1) metal print of one of my early astrophotos featuring the North America and Pelican Nebulae.
Thank you for watching, listening, commenting, and being part of this growing space-loving community!
How to Enter the Contest
To enter:
1. Make sure you’re subscribed to the AstroGuy channel.
2. Leave a comment on the contest video telling me your favorite astro-object and what you like about it.
3. Entries must submitted before midnight on November 21, 2025.
4. Prize will only be shipped to a US address.
That’s it! One random commenter will be chosen to win the signed, 1-of-1 metal print of my photo of the North America and Pelican Nebulae.
Winner will be announced in an the “What’s Up in the December 2025 Skies?” episode and via community post.
Contest Disclaimer
This contest is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with YouTube. By participating, you agree to release YouTube from any liability related to this contest.
Open to subscribers of the AstroGuy YouTube channel who are at least 18 years old.
No purchase necessary.
Personal information collected will only be used for prize delivery.
By entering, you agree to comply with YouTube’s Community Guidelines and Terms of Service. Entries that violate these terms will be disqualified.
Links:
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The Full Episode Guide of DSO’s sorted by Catalog Name: http://tinyurl.com/AGFullGuide
Comet C/2025 R2 (SWAN) Information: https://theskylive.com/c2025r2-info
Comet C/2025 A6 (Lemmon) Information: https://theskylive.com/c2025a6-info
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