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Frequently Asked Questions in Astronomy - http://sciastro.astronomy.net/
Newsgroup devoted to the discussion of all aspects of astronomy. |
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Ask the Astronomer - http://www.astronomycafe.net/qadir/qanda.html
Archived questions about astronomy and space science especially for the beginner. |
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The Astronomy Nexus - http://www.astronexus.com/
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. |
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Sky & Telescope: How to Start Right in Astronomy - http://www.skyandtelescope.com/howto/basics/3304616.html?c=y%3Fwfx2%3Dlh2hj34l8s&page=1
Article discussing ways to getting started and learning astronomy. |
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The Heretic's Guide to Choosing and Buying your First Telescope - http://findascope.com/
Information first-time telescope buyers with a detailed FAQ and suggested telescopes, vendors, books, videos, and software. |
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Amateur Astronomer's Notebook - http://www.rocketroberts.com/astro/aan.htm
Information on naked eye observations, first time telescope buyers, equipment and software reviews, and general information. |
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Astronomy Today - Telescope Buyers' FAQ - http://www.astronomytoday.com/astronomy/tbfaq.html
Guide for buying and using amateur telescopes, accessories, vendors, and various resources. |
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So You Wanna Buy a Telescope - http://www.scopereviews.com/begin.html
Discusses telescopes, types, buying, and accessories. |
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Amateur Astronomy - http://www.prairieastronomyclub.org/amateurs.html
The role of the amateur astronomer, and possible contributions within different fields. |
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Observational Astronomy - http://www.stargazing.net/david/
Offers information on learning about astronomical objects and then viewing the objects through use of the eye or with various optics. |
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Astronomy - An Introduction to Sky Watching - http://www.assa.org.au/observing/welcome/
Booklet by Astronomical Society of South Australia that discusses activities, types of objects to observe, how to get started, and advanced activities. |
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A Practical Guide to Astronomy - http://www.hotliquidmagma.com/
Electronic encyclopedia for both the beginner and the experienced. |
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Articles with Advice for Beginning Amateur Astronomers - http://observers.org/beginner/
From advice, building, clothing, observation, and alignment. |
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Astronomy for Beginners - http://www.astronomyforbeginners.com
Information on basics, equipment, what to see, astrophotography, and links. |
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Astronomy by Frank - http://www.my-spot.com/astronomy.htm
Beginners' guides for buying a telescope and astrophotography. |
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Northern Virginia Astronomy Club - Resources - http://www.novac.com/resources/
Guides for getting started in astronomy. |
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Sights Above - http://www.sightsabove.com
Gallery, equipment, audio-video, log, accessories, telescope 101, and links. |
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The Beginner - http://www.backyard-astro.com/beginner/beginner.html
Learning the basics of astronomy, observing, and equipment. |
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Astrocentral - Beginner's Guide to Astronomy - http://www.astrocentral.co.uk/beginners.html
Information for beginners with an introduction to astronomy, starhopping, and first telescope. |
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About Astronomy - http://aboutastronomy.net
Getting started, star charts, beginner information on equipment and accessories, and images and information on Messier and other deep objects. |
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Telescopes - http://www.telescopes-astronomy.com.au/telescopes003.htm
Discussion of two types for beginners, the reflector and the refractor. |
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Beginning Urban Sky Watching - http://users.california.com/~parvin/skywatching.html
Guide to getting started, selecting optics, resources, navigating the sky, and planetary and deep sky objects. |
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Beginner's Guide to Astronomy - http://beginnersguide.com/astronomy/
Guide to getting started as an amateur astronomer. |
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Star Gazer - http://www.nameastargift.com/
Dedicated to the stars and galaxies with resources and links. |
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Backyard Voyager - http://www.backyardvoyager.com/
Equipment, galleries, articles, tutorials, software, history, and NGC targets. |
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Astronomy for Beginners - http://www.naasbeginners.freeuk.com/
Articles related to introductions to telescopes, and observing solar system and deep sky objects. |
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Basic Astronomy - http://www.geocities.com/CapeCanaveral/Hall/1491/
Introduction to objects within earth's planetary system and deep sky objects, and a glossary. |
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For the Beginner - http://home.earthlink.net/~dreyna14/begin.htm
Tips for getting started in astronomy. |
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Beginning Astronomy - http://www.xmission.com/~alanne/AstronomyBeginning.html
Information on getting started, binoculars,first telescope, and expanding horizons. |
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Beginner's Astronomy - http://www.hubbletelescope.btinternet.co.uk
Consists of a telescope buyers guide, basic knowledge information of solar system and deep sky objects, and astronomy quiz. |
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Skywatch - http://ufowisconsin.com/skywatch/
A calendar of events of upcoming aurora, meteor showers, eclipses, and planets. |
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The DDAS Astronomical Dictionary - http://www.geocities.com/kev_woodward/
Glossary of astronomical terms aimed at all levels of learning. |
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Telescope Simulator - http://www.telescope-simulator.com/
Realistic views of what you will see with different telescopes and eyepieces, and links. |
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Telescopes for the Beginner - http://www.geocities.com/CapeCanaveral/Launchpad/4515/telebeginnger.html
Offers advice for selecting and buying first telescope. |
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Astronomy for the Absolute Beginner - http://www.kiva.net/~kls/astro.html
Introduction, getting started, telescopes and accessories, what to expect, books, software, and links. |
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Astronomy Mayhem - Getting Started in Astronomy - http://www.geocities.com/siglx90/
Procedures to getting started by joining clubs, learning the sky, needed materials and equipment, and getting started in photography. |
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Astronomy: The Voyage - http://freewebs.com/brodie12/
The Nave Theory, images, and Area 51 information. |
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The Astrogirl Homepage - http://home.pcisys.net/~astrogirl/
Information on the sky, clubs, reading, astronomy basics, tips, software, astrophotography, and links. |
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Lainie's Astronomy Webpage for Beginners - http://community-2.webtv.net/LAINIE121/doc
Images, links, articles, news, and general information on the solar system. |
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http://www.obafgkm.com - http://www.obafgkm.com
Tips for buying a telescope, astronomical images, and links. |