Join us as we explore the solar system, viewing techniques, galaxies, space travel, and much, much more.
Explore transit, radial velocity, direct imaging, microlensing, and more. Learn biases, missions, and the future of exoplanet detection and characterization.
How Astronomers Detect Exoplanets: Methods & Biases Read More »
Understand celestial coordinates: right ascension, declination, alt-azimuth, ecliptic, and galactic systems. Learn conversions, sidereal time, and observing tips.
Celestial Coordinates: RA/Dec, Alt-Az & More Guide Read More »
Understand skyglow, the Bortle scale, SQM readings, and smart lighting to protect dark skies. Practical tips for observers and communities.
Light Pollution and Dark Skies: Science and Solutions Read More »
Learn what causes light pollution and skyglow, how it harms astronomy and ecosystems, and practical steps to protect dark skies through better lighting.
Light Pollution and Skyglow: A Practical Guide Read More »
A deep guide to comets: origins in the Oort Cloud and Kuiper Belt, how their tails form, historic missions, and practical tips for observing and imaging.
Comets Explained: Origins, Tails, and How to Observe Read More »
Learn meteor shower science and practice: ZHR vs hourly rate, radiant altitude, observing, radio detection, major showers, and how to plan for outbursts.
Meteor Showers: Prediction, Rates, and Observing Read More »
Learn how to predict and observe eclipses and occultations: geometry, safety, tools, asteroid events, timing techniques, scientific value, and FAQs.
Eclipses and Occultations: An Observer’s Guide Read More »
How astronomers measure vast distances: parallax, Cepheids, TRGB, supernovae, redshift, and more—methods, calibration, uncertainties, and latest results.
The Cosmic Distance Ladder: A Complete Guide Read More »
Dew buildup is one of the most common challenges for amateur astronomers. There’s nothing more frustrating than setting up your telescope, finding the perfect celestial target, and then having your view fogged up by condensation. But don’t worry—reducing dew buildup on your telescope lenses is easier than you think. With the right techniques and tools, […]
How to Reduce Dew Buildup on Telescope Lenses Read More »
A complete guide to exoplanet detection and characterization—transits, radial velocity, microlensing, imaging, spectroscopy, TESS, JWST, and ELTs.
How We Find and Study Exoplanets: Methods That Work Read More »
Understand astronomical seeing and transparency. Forecast, test, and adapt for sharper views and better images with practical tools, formulas, and tactics.
Seeing vs Transparency: Master Your Sky Conditions Read More »
Learn how auroras work and how to see them in 2025: Kp index, geomagnetic storms, auroral oval, colors, safety, and reliable forecast tools.
Auroras 2025 Guide: Forecasts, Kp Index, How to See Read More »