In one aspect, eye shielding apparatus are described herein. In some embodiments, an eye shielding apparatus comprises an eye shield, a strap, and an arm connecting the eye shield to the strap, wherein the strap is operable to couple the eye shielding apparatus to an optical instrument. In some embodiments, the apparatus further comprises a secondary strap attached to the eye shield, wherein the secondary strap is operable to secure the eye shield to the side of the optical instrument.
