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1. Abrams Planetarium

   Located on the Michigan State campus. Site includes a skywatcher's diary, to help you know what to look for as you stargaze.

   http://www.pa.msu.edu/abrams/

   
   

2. Astronomy

   Find out when there will be full moons, best or brightest time to view the planets, and best way to view meteors. From the Farmers' Almanac.

   http://www.farmersalmanac.com/astronomy/astronomy.html

   
   

3. Astronomy Basics

   Series of articles geared towards the beginning astronomer from Sky and Telescope magazine.

   http://skyandtelescope.com/howto/basics/

   
   

4. Be A Stargazer

   Learn about what you can see and some general stargazing tips from NOVA Online.

   http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/worlds/stargazer.html

   
   

5. Introduction to Observing

   Find general tips and info on how to start stargazing.

   http://www.rca-omsi.org/introobserve.htm

   
   

6. Sky Watch

   Learn about the stars in the night sky, how they change each month, and read Greek myths about them. Make your own planisphere too! From Discovery Channel School.

   http://school.discovery.com/schooladventures/skywatch/

   
   

7. Star Hustler

   Do-it-yourself TV show on naked-eye astronomy.

   http://www.starhustler.com/

   
   

8. StarDate Online

   Get the latest information in star-gazing, with photos including night sky maps and viewing tips. Daily radio scripts too, in English and Spanish.

   http://stardate.org/

   
   

9. What Can You Find in the Sky Tonight?

   Print a free skymap, see the current phase of the moon, play a constellation game, and learn how to find Jupiter's moons with a pair of binoculars.

   http://www.kidsastronomy.com/astroskymap/

   
   

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