Beginners (Amateur)

Beginners Sites:

A Practical Guide to Astronomy A Practical Guide to Astronomy: Electronic encyclopedia for both the beginner and the experienced. (Beginners) http://www.hotliquidmagma.com/ Beginner's Astronomy Beginner's Astronomy: Consists of a telescope buyers guide, basic knowledge information of solar system and deep sky objects, and astronomy quiz. (Beginners) http://www.hubbletelescope.btinternet.co.uk Where Amateur Astronomy Resides Where Amateur Astronomy Resides: Article promoting astronomy. (Beginners) http://www.prairieastronomyclub.org/kevn_ltr.htm Sky & Telescope - First Steps in Astronomy Sky & Telescope - First Steps in Astronomy: Article discussing ways to getting started and learning astronomy. (Beginners) http://skyandtelescope.com/howto/basics/article_260_1.asp Astronomy for Kids - Beginner's Corner Astronomy for Kids - Beginner's Corner: Support for all ages in buying a telescope and becoming a skilled observer by means of various tools. (Beginners) http://www.dustbunny.com/afk/beginners Buying your First Telescope in Australia Buying your First Telescope in Australia: Guide for beginners in choosing and buying a telescope and accessories, or binoculars. (Beginners) http://astronomy.trilobytes.com.au/scope.htm The DDAS Astronomical Dictionary The DDAS Astronomical Dictionary: Glossary of astronomical terms aimed at all levels of learning. (Beginners) http://www.geocities.com/kev_woodward/ Beginning Urban Sky Watching Beginning Urban Sky Watching: Guide to getting started, selecting optics, resources, navigating the sky, and planetary and deep sky objects. (Beginners) http://www.sfo.com/~parvin/skywatching.html Articles with Advice for Beginning Amateur Astronomers Articles with Advice for Beginning Amateur Astronomers: From advice, building, clothing, observation, and alignment. (Beginners) http://observers.org/beginner/ Astro-Nuts - Astronomy Beginner's Help Astro-Nuts - Astronomy Beginner's Help: Guide to telescope basics, observation tips, monthly selection picks, and links. (Beginners) http://members.aol.com/kdaly10475/ Astronomy Show and Tell Astronomy Show and Tell: Presents thoughts on astronomy and details of some astronomy projects. (Beginners) http://uci.net/~goto/celest Ask the Astronomer Ask the Astronomer: Archived questions about astronomy and space science especially for the beginner. (Beginners) http://www.astronomycafe.net/qadir/qanda.html OBAFGKM OBAFGKM: Tips for buying a telescope, astronomical images, and links. (Beginners) http://www.obafgkm.com Skywatch Skywatch: A calendar of events of upcoming aurora, meteor showers, eclipses, planets, and more. (Beginners) http://www.ufowisconsin.com/skywatch/ Astrocentral - Beginner's Guide to Astronomy Astrocentral - Beginner's Guide to Astronomy: Information for beginners with an introduction to astronomy, starhopping, and first telescope. (Beginners) http://www.astrocentral.co.uk/beginners.html Astronomy Magazine - Intro to Astronomy Astronomy Magazine - Intro to Astronomy: Provides information on astronomy for kids, observing, buying and using telescopes, accessories, and photography. (Beginners) http://www.astronomy.com/asy/default.aspx?c=ps&id=6 Observational Astronomy Observational Astronomy: Offers information on learning about astronomical objects and then viewing the objects through use of the eye or with various optics. (Beginners) http://www.stargazing.net/david/ Astronomy and Telescopes Astronomy and Telescopes: Guide to selecting and using a telescope and its mount, and viewing solar system and deep sky objects. (Beginners) http://www.widescreen-centre.co.uk/teledirect/choose.html Astronomy by Frank Astronomy by Frank: Beginners' guides for buying a telescope and astrophotography. (Beginners) http://www.my-spot.com/astronomy.htm Northern Virginia Astronomy Club - Resources Northern Virginia Astronomy Club - Resources: Guides for getting started in astronomy. (Beginners) http://www.novac.com/resources Amateur Astronomer's Notebook Amateur Astronomer's Notebook: Information on naked eye observations, first time telescope buyers, equipment and software reviews, and general information. (Beginners) http://www.rocketroberts.com/astro/aan.htm General Information about Telescopes and Observing General Information about Telescopes and Observing: Getting ready, choosing, meaning of f/8, eye versus photos, observing techniques, and affecting factors. (Beginners) http://www.geocities.com/CapeCanaveral/Lab/3230/info.html Tom Campbell's Amateur Astronomy Tom Campbell's Amateur Astronomy: Consists of several sections from learning to observing, projects, limericks, and a today in astronomy history. (Beginners) http://www.iolaks.com/softech/astro Star Gazer Star Gazer: Dedicated to the stars and galaxies with resources and links. (Beginners) http://www.nameastargift.com/ Astronomy for the Absolute Beginner Astronomy for the Absolute Beginner: Introduction of astronomy, telescopes, accessories, and other resources. (Beginners) http://www.kiva.net/~kls/astro.html Basic Astronomy Basic Astronomy: Introduction to objects within earth's planetary system and deep sky objects, and a glossary. (Beginners) http://www.geocities.com/CapeCanaveral/Hall/1491/ Frequently Asked Questions in Astronomy Frequently Asked Questions in Astronomy: Newsgroup devoted to the discussion of all aspects of astronomy. (Beginners) http://sciastro.astronomy.net/ The Constellation Home Page The Constellation Home Page: Constellations by season with notes for deep sky objects that lie within. (Beginners) http://www.corvus.com/con-page/ Astronomy Today - Telescope Buyers' FAQ Astronomy Today - Telescope Buyers' FAQ: Guide for buying and using amateur telescopes, accessories, vendors, and various resources. (Beginners) http://www.astronomytoday.com/astronomy/tbfaq.html My First Telescope My First Telescope: Completely dedicated to the beginner with tips for selecting and buying a first telescope. (Beginners) http://www.my-first-telescope.com Astronomy and Astrophotography for the Non-Gazillionaire Astronomy and Astrophotography for the Non-Gazillionaire: Designed for the amateur and beginner on a budget consisting of articles, gallery, and mission statement. (Beginners) http://www.andysshotglass.com/ Peoria Astronomical Society - Primer for the Beginner Peoria Astronomical Society - Primer for the Beginner: Articles for learning about the sky, movement of the constellations, objects of the solar system, starhopping, planning sessions, and Messier Marathon participation. (Beginners) http://www.astronomical.org/astbook/primenu.htm Astronomy - An Introduction to Sky Watching Astronomy - An Introduction to Sky Watching: Booklet by Astronomical Society of South Australia that discusses activities, types of objects to observe, how to get started, and advanced activities. (Beginners) http://www.assa.org.au/observing/welcome/ Buying your FirstTelescope Buying your FirstTelescope: Suggestions before purchasing a telescope. (Beginners) http://departments.weber.edu/physics/planet/telescope.html Telescopes Telescopes: Advice on buying a telescope, beginner's advice, eyepieces, and care and setup of telescope and accessories. (Beginners) http://www.astro-tom.com/telescopes/telescopes.htm Small Telescope Astronomy for Beginners Small Telescope Astronomy for Beginners: Information for the inexperienced backyard astronomers of small optics. (Beginners) http://www.geocities.com/CapeCanaveral/Lab/3230/ About Astronomy About Astronomy: Dedicated for beginners desiring to learning astronomy such as telescopes, accessories, star charts, forum and clear sky clocks. (Beginners) http://aboutastronomy.net Astronomy Mayhem - Getting Started in Astronomy Astronomy Mayhem - Getting Started in Astronomy: Procedures to getting started by joining clubs, learning the sky, needed materials and equipment, and getting started in photography. (Beginners) http://www.geocities.com/siglx90/ Astronomy for Beginners Astronomy for Beginners: Articles related to introductions to telescopes, and observing solar system and deep sky objects. (Beginners) http://www.naasbeginners.freeuk.com/ Absolute Beginner's Astronomy Page Absolute Beginner's Astronomy Page: A basic guide for telescope selection, observing, and astrophotography. Includes FAQ, resources, and discussion board. (Beginners) http://www.absolutebeginnersastronomy.com/ Telescopes for the Beginner Telescopes for the Beginner: Offers advice for selecting and buying first telescope. (Beginners) http://www.geocities.com/CapeCanaveral/Launchpad/4515/telebeginnger.html Getting Started in Astronomy Getting Started in Astronomy: Guide for choosing a first telescope, and including types of telescopes, accessories, terms, and dictionary. (Beginners) http://www.r-clarke.org.uk/starting_astro1.htm The Heretic's Guide to Buying a Telescope The Heretic's Guide to Buying a Telescope: Information first-time telescope buyers with a detailed FAQ and suggested telescopes, vendors, books, videos, and software. (Beginners) http://findascope.com/ Beginners - Generic Star Charts Beginners - Generic Star Charts: Charts for the different months in the northern hemisphere. (Beginners) http://learnwhatsup.com/astro/generic The Beginner The Beginner: Learning the basics of astronomy, observing, and equipment. (Beginners) http://www.backyard-astro.com/beginner/beginner.html The Astronomy Nexus The Astronomy Nexus: Information created or compiled that can be viewed in one place, and includes general information, 3D universe, encyclopedia of suns, gadget FAQ, virtual Messier, s.a.a. FAQ, and urban Herschel 400. (Beginners) http://www.astronexus.com/ For the Beginner For the Beginner: Tips for getting started in astronomy. (Beginners) http://home.earthlink.net/~dreyna14/begin.htm Amateur Astronomy Amateur Astronomy: The role of the amateur astronomer, and possible contributions within different fields. (Beginners) http://www.prairieastronomyclub.org/amateurs.html