Interesting Astronomy and Related Web Sites
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Astronomy Clubs in Vermont
Stellafane Springfield Telescope Makers
Hildene Astronomy Club The Hildene Astronomy Club located in Manchester, VT. It’s mission is to preserve Robert Todd Lincoln’s telescope. They no longer have a separate page on the Hildene web site but I assume they still exist and can be contacted through Hildene Historic Site.
Green Mountain Astronomers, Based in the Rutland, Vermont area. This group is associated with the Vermont Astronomical Society. You can contact the group through this mailing list email address, gma@freelists.org .
Aurora /Space Weather
spaceweather.com Gives you sun spot, aurora, and other upcoming event information, and you can sign up for periodic e-mail updates.
Hubble
Space Telescope Science Institute
Images
HubbleSite Images, Wallpaper, Video of Hubble images and findings HubbleSite is produced by the Space Telescope Science Institute’s Office of Public Outreach.
Kids Astronomy and Space Websites
The Space Place (NASA sponsored site) Where kids and grown-ups have fun with science and technology.
The Governor’s Institute on Astronomy Calling All 9th-11th Grade Astronomers of Vermont! Passionate about the stars, mathematics or physics? Love exploring the science of the cosmos? Ready to star-gaze like a professional using some of Vermont’s most powerful telescopic equipment? Come explore the universe with new friends from all over the state at this one-of-a-kind Institute. You’ll conduct original research using cutting edge telescope equipment (in one of the darkest observatories in the United States!), discover new frontiers, interact with space professionals ranging from astronomers to spaceship engineers, and learn about careers related to the skies including many right here in Vermont. GIV is dedicated to being accessible for every Vermonter. Our sliding scale tuition goes as low as $10, making it affordable for every family. Applications are open now and close throughout March.
Magazines / Periodicals
Miscellaneous Informational Sites
The Great List of Astrophotography Software A site with a list of 44 image processing software applications for astro-images.
Merchandise
Cloudynights Telescope Reviews Reviews and articles on telescopes and more.
Astromart Astronomical classifieds, auctions forums and more.
Observing Aids / Suggested Objects
The Astronomy Connection (TAC) TAC is a service for amateur astronomers. It is based in the San Francisco bay area.
Visual Comets of the Future in North America
BinoSky Guide to stargazing with Binoculars: Detailed lists, etc.
Heavens Above – Learn about and find satellites, planets, comets, asteroids, and other items in the night sky.
Tonight’s Sky – Not sure what to look for? This website can help you plan your evenings viewings based on where you live and the type of telescope you use.
Rockets
Champlain Region Model Rocket Club is a Section of the National Association of Rocketry (NAR). We were chartered in 2002 by a small group of individuals who were interested in furthering their own expertise and in sharing a love of modeling, amateur science, rocketry and camaraderie (and, if truth be known, love of the flame, smoke and roar of rocket engines!)
Star Charts, Planetariums, and Object Finding
Cartes du Ciel – Create your own custom star charts.
Sky Map – Travel the sky looking for objects.
Stellarium – Download and run this free program from your computer. Set the chart to your exact time and location and discover what is in the sky right now.
Solar System
Inconstant Moon Exploring the Moon. Lunar atlas, phase calculator and more.
Planets of the Solar System A good place for finding information about our Solar System. It is set up for young people but is a good source of information and basic facts for everyone.
Weather
Astrospheric – Weather forecasting for astronomers, astrophotographers, and most of all explorers.
Clear Sky Chart – Weather information designed for astronomers.
Weather Underground – Detailed, very localized weather conditions.