Stargazing – Observing the night sky

In this stargazing section, you will find tips and resources on how to watch the night sky. We will cover what you can see with the naked eye, where to look, and how to use a telescope. New articles will be added often.

You will be amazed at what you can see!

An image of a shooting star racing across the sky over a treeline.

What is a Shooting Star?

In this article we will discover what a Shooting star is and what causes them to happen.

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12 Meteor Showers To Stay Up Late For In (2023)

We’ll discuss 12 of the best meteor showers to see in 2023. Including dates, how to watch, what to expect and a little history.

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The Many Colors of the Moon..Explained

Discover why the Moon will appear in different colors and its true color.

An image of the sun setting behind the mountain off the coast of Seattle, Washington.

How long after Sunset Does it Get Dark?

Discover why your location and the time of year has a big impact on the time it takes to get dark.

An image of the Sun rising in the distant over the horizon. The sun's rays shooting forward towards the angle of the viewer observing it.

Dawn vs Dusk: Comparison of the two twilight periods

Both equally important spans of twilight residing on opposite sides of the day. Learn their key differences and similarities.

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New Article Coming Soon!

CityAstronomy article is coming soon.