Starting Out in Astronomy

New to stargazing? This site is a beginner-friendly starting point for learning your way around the night sky — simple guides, practical tips, and zero pressure to already know what you’re doing.

A beginner’s toolkit—and a few stumbles.

Tips, takeaways, and classic rookie moments from getting started in backyard astronomy—what to expect, what I’ve learned, and why it’s okay to feel lost at first.

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Some astronomy club presentations were too good not to write about. These go a little deeper than a quick meeting recap.
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🌠 New here? Start with the featured guide above—or dive into any topic that catches your eye.