M27 - Dumbbell Nebula

With a relatively clear sky last night, I set out to image M27.  By the time I had set up my equipment and performed a solid polar alignment, more cloud had rolled in and the moon was starting to become factor, but I managed to capture 6 light frames at ISO800, for a total exposure time of 9 minutes.

The Dumbbell Nebula (also known as Apple Core Nebula) is a planetary nebula in the constellation Vulpecula, at a distance of about 1,360 light years.

Quite happy with the result, given the relatively poor seeing conditions.  I'll definitely try this again once conditions improve, possibly extending the exposures slightly.