Amateur Astronomy
Cumberland Astronomy Club
A group of amateur astronomers in the Cumberland, Maryland area, meeting at the La Vale Public Library and occasionally at the Frostburg State University Planetarium.
antoine.frostburg.edu
Amateur Astronomers, Inc.
Promotes amateur astronomy through a variety of courses, lectures and college scholarships. AAI is a member of the United Astronomy Clubs of New Jersey.
www.asterism.org
Astronomical Society of the Toms River Area
An amateur astronomy club associated with The Robert J. Novins Planetarium at Ocean County College, Toms River, New Jersey.
astra-nj.org
Ames Area Amateur Astronomers
Amateur astronomy club in Ames, Iowa; operates the McFarland Park Observatory and sponsors the Iowa Star Party.
www.amesastronomers.org
Alamogordo Astronomy Club
The Alamogordo Astronomy Club in Alamogordo, New Mexico, is only 20 minutes from Cloudcroft, New Mexico, one of the premier sites for Amateur Astronomy. Sponsors the annual White Sands Star Party.
www.zianet.com
Astronomy For Beginners
Newbury Amateur Astronomical Society Beginners Section. Contains articles, and monthly guide to the night sky.
www.naasbeginners.freeuk.com
Evansville Astronomical Society
A non-profit organization founded in 1952, dedicated to the advancement of amateur astronomy in the Evansville, Indiana area.
www.geocities.com
Williamson County Astronomy Club (WCAC)
Serving Williamson County and the northern Austin, Texas, suburban area. Membership is open to people of all ages interested in amateur astronomy and the space sciences.
www.atm-workshop.com
Fort Wayne Astronomical Society (FWAS)
Amateur astronomy club in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
members.aol.com
Amateur Astronomy
Information provided by Dave Scherping of the Prairie Astronomy Club in Nebraska.
www.prairieastronomyclub.org
Santa Cruz Astronomy Club
An amateur astronomy club serving Santa Cruz County, California and neighboring areas; emphasizes Observational Astronomy, family participation and public enjoyment of the wonders of the starry night.
astro.santa-cruz.ca.us
Catskills Astronomy Club
Amateur astronomy club located in Sullivan County, New York State.
www.catskillsastro.org
Central Texas Astronomical Society
Based in Lorena, Texas, the CTAS is a non-profit scientific and educational organization dedicated to the enjoyment of amateur astronomy and the promotion of astronomy to the public.
www.centexastronomy.org
Champaign-Urbana Astronomical Society
An amateur society devoted to the promotion of astronomy and enjoyment of the night skies.
www.prairienet.org
Twin City Amateur Astronomers (TCAA)
Bringing astronomy to the masses in and around Bloomington-Normal, Illinois.
twincityamateurastronomers.org
Amateur Astronomy Net
Information for the beginning backyard stargazer. Contains informative articles, book reviews, advice on how to choose and use telescopes, message forum, and other features.
members.rogers.com
Amateur Astronomers Association of Princeton (AAAP)
New Jersey astronomy club involved with all aspects of astronomy. Two active observatories. Monthly meetings at Princeton University.
www.princetonastronomy.org
The Sudbury Astronomy Club
Provides resources to amateur astronomers in the Sudbury Ontario area, including a calendar of events as well as the Skyline Newsletter, a free astronomy newsletter, published twice monthly.
www.sudburyastronomy.com
South Florida Amateur Astronomers Association
ite provides information about getting started in radio astronomy, CCD imaging, dome construction, the new telescope, and lightpollution.
www.sfaaa.org
Stockton Astronomical Society
An amateur astronomy club based in Stockton, California, the SAS offers lecture and tutorial programs at monthly meetings, public viewing opportunities at local schools and parks, and special astronomical events.
astro.sci.uop.edu
Thames Amateur Astronomical Society
Amateur astronomy club located in Southeastern Connecticut.
pages.cthome.net
Amateur Astronomers Anonymous
Contains observation reports, photos, and allows submissions of reports, photos, websites, and tips on Astronomy.
users.nac.net
Grand Rapids Amateur Astronomical Association
An amateur society promoting astronomy in the West Michigan area; owns and operates the James C. Veen Observatory near Lowell, MI.
www.graaa.org
East Valley Astronomy Club (EVAC)
A group of about 150 amateur astronomy enthusiasts in and around Phoenix, Arizona.
www.eastvalleyastronomy.org
Shreveport-Bossier Astronomical Society
A non-profit corporation in Louisiana. Dedicated to the study of amateur astronomy. Membership open to anyone at least ten years of age.
www.lsus.edu
Prairie Astronomy Club (PAC)
Dedicated to encouraging amateur astronomers in Lincoln, Nebraska. PAC co-sponsors the annual Nebraska Star Party with the Omaha Astronomy Club.
www.prairieastronomyclub.org
Astronomical League
Composed of over 240 member societies across the United States, the AL promotes interest in amateur astronomy through a variety of programs including observing clubs, educational programs, and the annual Astronomy Day project.
astroleague.org
San Jose Astronomical Association
Amateur astronomy club based in San Jose, California; hosts the annual CalStar (California Star Party)
www.sjaa.net
Carolina Sky
Site devoted to amateur astronomy from North Carolina.
www.geocities.com
Martz Observatory & Astronomical Association
Club site with information on the Martz Observatory in Frewsburgh, NY. Additional resources for current up-to-date Space News and amateur astronomy resources.
www.martzobservatory.org
Back Bay Amateur Astronomers
Scientific educational organization of amateur astronomers serving southeastern Virginia. Membership open to all with an interest in astronomy.
groups.hamptonroads.com
Amateur Astronomy Resources
Categorized links, books and product reviews.
home.mn.rr.com
Everglades Astronomical Society
Amateur astronomy club based in Naples, Florida; observes from dark sky sites in the Fakahatchee Strand.
gator.naples.net
Oglethorpe Astronomical Association
Based in Savannah, Georgia, the OAA has been a continuously active amateur astronomy club for over 30 years.
home.g-net.net
Dark Sky Glasses
Spoof for the amateur astronomy community. Get dark views of the sky using these special glasses.
www.darkskyglasses.com
Timmins Astronomy Club (TAC)
Amateur astronomy club in Timmins Ontario. Provides monthly meetings, club news, online observation journals, discussion forums and astronomy news.
www.timminsastronomy.com
San Francisco Amateur Astronomers
Founded in September 1952, the SFAA is an association of people who share a common interest in astronomy and other related sciences.
www.sfaa-astronomy.org
Big Sky Astronomy Club
A group of dedicated amateur astronomers located in the beautiful Flathead Valley of Northwest Montana, USA. Monthly club meetings, outings and two star parties each summer.
www.bigskyastroclub.org
Carter Observatory
In addition to addressing the astronomical needs of visiting school groups and running an outreach program, observatory staff conduct courses, workshops, and seminars in astronomy for teachers, trainee teachers, amateur astronomers, and interested members of the public.
www.vuw.ac.nz
BBC Space - Amateur Astronomy
BBC Online's essential guide to amateur astronomy.
www.bbc.co.uk
The Astronomy WebCams Paradise
Amateur astronomy with webcams. Also illustrated lessons and photos in 3D.
sweiller.free.fr
Sidewalk Astronomers
Exposing the public to amateur astronomy with telescopes on city sidewalks since 1968. Chapters in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Monmouth, Oregon.
sidewalkastronomers.com
Black River Astronomical Society
Established in 1949, the BRAS is an amateur astronomy club serving Lorain County, Ohio and the surrounding area.
junior.apk.net
Popular Astronomy Club
An amateur astronomy club based in Rock Island, Illinois, meeting at Augustana College's John Deere Planetarium. Operates PACMO, a mobile domed observatory designed for public outreach.
pacastronomy.50megs.com
Astro Workgroup Mercator
Amateur astronomy group from Bazel, Belgium.
users.pandora.be
StarLore - Deep Sky and Constellation Guide
An amateur astronomy site detailing the stars, constellations, star clusters, nebulae and galaxies visible in the night sky. Includes photographs, star maps, monthly indexes and a sky diary.
www.starlore.net
Olympic Astronomical Society
An amateur astronomy club based in Keyport, Washington.
oas.home.donobi.net
Utah Valley Astronomy Association
Based in Lindon, Utah, UVAA is a group of amateur astronomers in the Utah Valley area with over 120 members and no dues.
www.uvaa.org
Lackawanna Astronomical Society
Promoting amateur astronomy in Northeast Pennsylvania. Based in Clarks Summit, PA. Supports operations at Keystone College's Thomas G. Cupillari Astronomical Observatory.
members.aol.com
Western Kentucky Amateur Astronomers (WKAA)
A group of amateur astronomers that enjoys sharing their knowledge of astronomy and their love of the night sky.
wkaa.net
Astronomy Today - Telescope Buyers' FAQ
Guide to buying a telescope for amateur astronomy.
www.astronomytoday.com
Northern Sky Astronomical Society
An amateur astronomy club based in Grand Forks, North Dakota.
www.und.edu
Longmont Astronomical Society
A non-profit amateur astronomy club founded in 1987 in Longmont, Colorado; now has over 100 members.
laps.fsl.noaa.gov
Curt Hall's Amateur Astronomy Site
Astronomy website created for the amateur astronomer and casual observer.
www.angelfire.com
Astronomy Boy
Resources and tutorials for amateur astronomers.
www.AstronomyBoy.com
North Shore Amateur Astronomy Club
Membership organization for Essex County, Massachusetts, which promotes a wider appreciation of astronomy. Monthly newsletter, upcoming events, programs, related links and gallery of astronomical images.
www.star.net
Sangamon Astronomical Society
Amateur astronomy club in Sangamon, Illinois; sponsors of the annual Illinois Dark Skies Star Party.
www.sas-sky.org
Delmarva Stargazers Club
Dedicated to promoting amateur astronomy in the Delmarva, Deleware area; works with local schools, libraries, and scouting organizations to provided both classroom and observing opportunities for area youth; hosts regional star parties and seminars.
delmarvastargazers.org
Eastside Astronomical Society
Founded in 1972 as "The Friends of the Planetarium," this amateur astronomy club is based in Seattle's Eastside area.
www.eastsideastro.org
Hamilton Amateur Astronomers
Amateur astronomy club in Dundas, Ontario.
amateurastronomy.org
Bluebird Observatory
A resource for backyard astronomy including original content and many links from a working amateur astronomical observatory.
www.bluebirdobs.org
University of Arizona Astronomy Club
A student-run amateur astronomy club based at the University of Arizona. Operates the Tumamoc Hill Observatory just west of Tucson.
ethel.as.arizona.edu
Tom's amateur astronomy
Details of my two homemade telescopes, Freeware for astronomy for the low-budget/no-budget amateur.
www.eccentrix.com
Barnard-Seyfert Astronomical Society
Amateur astronomy club based in Nashville, TN; founded in 1928; organizes the annual Tennessee Star Party
bsasnashville.com
Yoonho's Amateur Astronomy
12" LX200 owner, fluorite APO refractor, astro photos.
user.chollian.net
Rockland Astronomy Club
Amateur astronomy site features an events calendar, member photography and information about joining the club.
www.rocklandastronomy.com
Deep Impact
NASA homepage for the planned mission, which will fly by Comet 9P/Tempel 1 on July 4, 2005. Includes kids' activities, lesson plans for educators, and an amateur astronomy observing program.
deepimpact.jpl.nasa.gov
Whatcom Association of Celestial Observers
A community-based society dedicated to amateur astronomy. Located in Ferndale, Washington, USA.
www.whatcomastronomy.org
David's Astronomy Pages
Amateur astronomer in Northern England. Includes a gallery, reviews, recommended accessories, and links.
www.dmottershead.freeserve.co.uk
Ohio Valley Astronomical Society
An amateur astronomy organization dedicated to promoting astronomy. Based in Huntington, West Virginia.
www.ovas.org
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