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Private appalachian observatory retreat under Bortle 2-3 Skies
Monday, May 18, 2026 by Trey Abbe
Mountain Quest Institute invites astronomy clubs, astrophotographers, educators, and passionate observers to experience its 124-acre private estate in Pocahontas County, West Virginia - deep within the National Radio Quiet Zone and just minutes from Green Bank Observatory. Already hosting guests ...
Dark sky astronomy locations guide
Friday, May 23, 2025 by Richard Harris
Finding a dark sky location for astronomy begins with understanding what makes a sky dark. A dark sky is one where artificial light is minimal or absent, allowing celestial objects to appear with clarity and contrast. This level of darkness isn’t judged by personal perception but by measured v...
Star Parties in 2025
Wednesday, March 12, 2025 by Richard Harris
Imagine this: You’re standing in the middle of a dark field, far from the glare of city lights - our natural Hobbit-like habitat. As amateur astronomers, we tend to be solitary creatures, happiest when left alone under the night sky with nothing but the hum of tracking motors and the whisper o...
WVAA Star Party 2024 highlights
Thursday, December 12, 2024 by Richard Harris
The West Virginia Astrophotography Association (WVAA) recently celebrated another successful star party at Calhoun County Park, one of the darkest sky locations in West Virginia. Held on November 8, the event brought together astronomy enthusiasts of all levels to explore the night sky and engage in...