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| Many a night from yonder ivied casement, ere I went to rest, Did I look on great Orion sloping slowly to the West. Tenneyson |
| Working on the observatory for the Astronomy Club of Tulsa |
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| Check out these fun and informative Astronomy sites. SPACE GALLERY SOLAR SYSTEM SIMULATOR |
| Astronomy for Beginners Amateur astronomy offers enjoyment for the entire family. With enough diversity for all ages, Astronomy for Beginners will explain, in the simplest of terms, how to benefit the most from exploring the stars. Included here are the basics of observing the night sky, a glossary of astronomical terms, and a buying guide to clear up questions concerning viewing equipment. |
| Regulus While designating a bright double star in the constellation of Leo, Regulus also identifies an informative astronomy based newsletter. We are treated to tips concerning astro-photography, upcoming celestial events and, of course, beautiful pictures submitted by members of the author's local astronomy club, located in Northwood, NH. |
| The Constellations and Their Stars An introduction not only to the shapes decorating our night sky, but the names of their stars as well awaits your perusual here. How did they come by their names? Why so many different names for each constellation? What is their story? Learn about all nine planets and their satellites. Which ones can we see with the naked eye? What spectacular beauty and power will binoculars or a telescope show us... |
| This delightful site will instruct old and young alike. As pleasing to the eye as the night sky itself, Starchild also offers hands on experiments to make celestial events even more real. |