night sky objects

Messier Objects

Get Starstruck: How to Find and Observe Messier Objects

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Marcus

As a backyard astronomer, I’m on the lookout for interesting night sky objects to observe. One set I highly recommend ...

How To See Meteor Showers

Get Ready to Stargaze: How to Watch Meteor Showers

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Marcus

You’d love to observe a meteor shower but you’re not sure when and where to look, or what to do. ...

International Space Station Crossing The Sky

How to Spot The International Space Station: A Quick Guide

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For a fun family activity, at certain points in time and space you can try spotting the International Space Station ...

Messier Objects

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 is the deep-sky objects cataloged by French astronomer Charles Messier — called Messier Objects. Here, I list some ... Read more

How To See Meteor Showers

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. To ensure you don’t miss out, I’ve got you covered with tips for watching meteor showers, including the ... Read more

International Space Station Crossing The Sky

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 (ISS) as it orbits the Earth. Here’s a quick guide on the how, when, where, and why of ... Read more