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The Al Nagler Saturnday interview with Eli Goldfine

Editor’s Note: Albert “Al” Nagler, founder of Tele Vue Optics and one of the most beloved figures in amateur astronomy, passed away on October 27, 2025, at the age of 90, fittingly with a telescope in hand. For more than half a century, Al’s innovations transformed backyard observing, from the immersive Nagler eyepiece to the finely crafted refr...

Tom Osypowski: Mastering dobsonian tracking hardware for stargazers

Tom Osypowski has significantly impacted the world of Dobsonian telescope tracking through his innovative Equatorial Platforms. In his journey from building his first platform in 1984 to developing cutting-edge designs today, Osypowski has transformed how Dobsonian telescopes are used for both visual observation and astrophotography. His story is not just about crafting...

Under One Sky 2025 DarkSky event details

Under One Sky 2025 is DarkSky International’s annual global conference focused on light pollution, night sky preservation, and the impact of artificial lighting on ecosystems and human health. The event will take place virtually over 24 continuous hours on November 7–8, providing access to participants across time zones. Structured around regional session...

Unistellar anniversary promotion 10 percent off telescopes

Unistellar telescopes is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a global promotion offering 10 percent off its smart telescope lineup. The milestone reflects a decade of innovation in augmented optics, as well as the development of citizen science programs in partnership with NASA and the SETI Institute. Founded in Marseille in 2015, Unistellar has grown into a compan...

2025 astrophotography prize results announced

The results of the 2025 Astrophotography Prize are in, and this year’s competition has once again highlighted the extraordinary talent and dedication of photographers who turn their lenses skyward. From sweeping landscapes of the Milky Way to finely detailed captures of distant galaxies and planets, the winning entries showcase not only technical mastery but also ...

Core of Andromeda galaxy by Weitang Liang, Qi Yang, Chuhong Yu

The 2025 ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, organized by the Royal Observatory Greenwich, showcased a wide range of astrophotography from around the world. The competition received over 5,500 entries from 69 countries, including submissions from both amateur and professional photographers. Categories included stars and nebulae, skyscapes, aurorae, our S...

2025 Astrophotography Prize

The 2025 Astrophotography Prize is set to take place over two days, September 13 and 14, 2025. This event invites astrophotographers worldwide to submit their best images for a chance to win part of a $12,000 USD prize pool. It brings together amateurs and experienced photographers, creating a space where images of the night sky can be celebrated, evaluated, and rewarde...

ZWO Astronomy photographer of the year 2025

The shortlist for the ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2025 competition has been unveiled. From a blood moon hanging over Shanghai to a family portrait of the Solar System and a close-up of a comet's streaming tails, distant astronomical wonders are photographed in magnificent detail for all to admire. Now in its 17th year, in 2025 the competition received a r...

2025 Stellafane Convention

The Stellafane Convention is one of the most cherished gatherings in the amateur astronomy community, and the 2025 edition promises to be no exception. Known as “The Original Star Party,” Stellafane is celebrating its 89th Convention of Amateur Telescope Makers on Breezy Hill in Springfield, Vermont, from Thursday, July 24th through Sunday, July 27th, 2025. ...

RAS Award nominations for 2026 now open

The Royal Astronomical Society has officially opened the nomination period for its 2026 Awards, offering scientists, educators, and public outreach professionals the opportunity to be recognized for their exceptional contributions to astronomy and geophysics. Among the accolades available is the Society’s highest distinction, the Gold Medal, a prestigious award wi...

Astrophotography is expensive

I first pointed a telescope at the night sky in 1986, a wide-eyed kid with a Tasco 60mm refractor and my parents’ 35mm film camera. I had no idea what I was doing. The telescope was a humble department-store model on a wobbly tripod, and the camera was loaded with ISO 400 film that I’d push to its limits. Yet, under a crisp night sky, with Halley’...

Win free telescopes and astronomy gear from ScopeTrader

Calling all astronomy enthusiasts! ScopeTrader is thrilled to unveil our new Rewards Program, designed to make your love for the stars even more rewarding. This innovative program allows you to earn points simply by being an active member of our vibrant community. Whether you're reading articles, liking posts, or engaging in forum discussions, every action you take ...

Nebraska Star Party 2024 schedule

The center of activity at NSP will be the large tent on the Observing Field near the entrance to  the Snake Campground. Activities under the NSP Tent are: meal service, night time constellation talks, and door prize giveaways. The exception will be Wednesday, when activities will be moved to the high school in the town of Valentine. While breakfasts and lunches ...