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Wednesday, December 27, 2006Astronomy for beginners
Hope everyone had a nice holiday. I sure did. Spent a day with my sisters and loved it.(My first complete day off since Thanksgiving.)
I am still hoping for a few clear nights to get under the sky and I'm sure a lot of new telescope owner's feel the same way, right now. For all those beginner's, be sure to review my article on our website, Telescope FAQs. It has basic information for setting up and using a new telescope and the information applies to any kind of telescope or brand. Beginner's need all the help they can get, and this is my small contribution to the cause. I also recommend a few good books on astronomy, even for those who are using a computerized telescope. The first book should be a basic book on stars and constellations. Nothing fancy, here, just something that explains the way stars move across the sky each night and throughout the year. We carry the Celestron Starmap book, but there are many, many similar books on the market which will work equally as well. I also like a book that covers the basics of equipment and using a telescope. My favorite is Terence Dickensen's "Nightwatch" - must reading for every beginner. Don't forget the magazines. The two standards in amateur astronomy both have websites packed with interesting articles and information. Checkout Astronomy magazine at Astronomy.com and Sky&Telescope at skytonight.com. Better yet, take out a subscription. Great stuff. Now, if I could make the sky clear, I would. In the meantime, though, start reading. Comments: |
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