Astromony
Navigating By the Night Sky: A Guide For Orientating Yourself
You can figure out which direction is which by looking at the night sky. Humans have been doing this for ...
How Astronomy Guided Civilization: 10 Cultural Examples
Traditional peoples all over the world have developed their own stories and beliefs about the stars and the cosmos. They ...
Get Starstruck: How to Find and Observe Messier Objects
As a backyard astronomer, I’m on the lookout for interesting night sky objects to observe. One set I highly recommend ...
26 Interesting Facts About Venus
There are so many interesting facts about Venus that I thought I’d put together a list of 26 to share ...
Exploring The Milky Way [What To Know]
You see the Milky Way as a hazy band of lights stretching across the night sky. In this article, I ...
Get Ready to Stargaze: How to Watch Meteor Showers
You’d love to observe a meteor shower but you’re not sure when and where to look, or what to do. ...
How to Spot The International Space Station: A Quick Guide
For a fun family activity, at certain points in time and space you can try spotting the International Space Station ...
The Best Apps For Backyard Astronomers
With the help of night-sky apps, you can take your astronomy hobby to the next level and deepen your understanding ...
A Beginner’s Guide to Astronomy Terminology: Decoding the Jargon
If you are starting out with a telescope or a set of binoculars for astronomy, and wanting to find your way around the ...
Telescopes for Curious Kids Around the $100 Mark
This guide will introduce you to telescopes that are budget-friendly and perfect for inquisitive kids. Here’s a checklist for buying ...
