Kyle Denny
January 27, 2023
We're going live! Tune in beginning at 12:00 AM ET as we bring you LIVE views of the Green Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF) making its first trip through the solar system in 50,000 years. Time is subject to change due to weather concerns in the observing location.
January 18, 2023
Have you ever wondered how to create a really high-resolution image of the Moon? Something that looks straight out of the Apollo missions? The easiest way to do this is to combine panels at high magnification.
December 21, 2022
Trying to spot the International Space Station? You’re in luck. The International Space Station (ISS) is the third brightest object in the night sky, next to the Moon and Venus. At its very brightest, the ISS shines at a magnitude of -3. That’s brighter than all the planets in the solar system, except for Venus.
December 14, 2022
If you've never observed a solar eclipse, you may have a lot of expectations that differ from reality. Let’s go over some of those differences so you don’t find yourself disappointed when the eclipse occurs!
December 02, 2022
It’s no secret: telescopes are expensive. Some telescopes can cost as much as $4,000 – with the mount not even included! But did you know there’s actually many good options for powerful telescopes under $500? These telescopes are big enough to be able to resolve incredible detail on the planets, deep sky objects, and more without breaking your bank.
November 16, 2022
The Celestial objects we see in the sky appear to be located on the surface of a great sphere of immense diameter, with us at the center. This is called “the Celestial Sphere”. Understanding the Celestial Sphere is critical to understanding why, for example, an equatorial mount is needed for astrophotography.
November 03, 2022
There are many misconceptions about what a lunar eclipse is. Will the Moon actually turn red? Can I look at the Moon during the eclipse? For an experienced astronomer, the answer to these questions may seem obvious. But for a complete beginner to the hobby, these misunderstandings can set the wrong expectations.
September 09, 2022
Astrophotography is one of the most intimate ways we as human beings can truly engage with the beautiful universe in which we live. Through astrophotography, you can capture with your own gear beautiful nebulae and galaxies billions of light-years away from the Earth.
August 24, 2022
Observatories are home to some of the biggest and most impressive telescopes in the world. As many amateur astronomers know, there are many ways to experience the night sky beyond looking through a backyard telescope. Learn more about observatories in Georgia.
August 17, 2022
Observatories are home to some of the biggest and most impressive telescopes in the world. As many amateur astronomers know, there are many ways to experience the night sky beyond looking through a backyard telescope. Learn more about observatories in Florida.
August 10, 2022
Observatories are home to some of the biggest and most impressive telescopes in the world. As many amateur astronomers know, there are many ways to experience the night sky beyond looking through a backyard telescope. Learn more about observatories in Delaware.
August 09, 2022
We're going live! Tune in beginning at 10:00pm Eastern (01:00 GMT) as we bring you live views of the planet Saturn as it nears opposition with the Earth.
August 03, 2022
Observatories are home to some of the biggest and most impressive telescopes in the world. As many amateur astronomers know, there are many ways to experience the night sky beyond looking through a backyard telescope. Learn more about observatories in Connecticut.
July 27, 2022
Observatories are home to some of the biggest and most impressive telescopes in the world. As many amateur astronomers know, there are many ways to experience the night sky beyond looking through a backyard telescope. Learn more about observatories in Colorado.
July 20, 2022
Observatories are home to some of the biggest and most impressive telescopes in the world. As many amateur astronomers know, there are many ways to experience the night sky beyond looking through a backyard telescope. Learn more about observatories in Arkansas.