I got a telescope for christmas that I took a break from for personal reasons but want to get back in it now that we are heading toward a less humid time of year.

Is there an app or blog that you use to keep track of these events? I feel like knowing when certain things are coming up will help me plan a little better.

I live in bortle 7 and I've learned from this spring that bortle 7 and 6 is not dark enough for certain targets with a 4 inch refractor lol. I have access to bortle 5 and 4 areas within an hour and 3 in just above an hour. I would just need to plan going out there in advance, if the weather cooperates.

Anyway, do you guys have any favorites? TIA!

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[–] [email protected] 5 points 1 year ago (2 children)

I am not sure about upcoming events, but if you have a phone I would highly recommend Stellarium. It helps identify everything and you can change your view based on time and location.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago

There's also this one:

https://f-droid.org/packages/com.google.android.stardroid

[–] kurdunkaroo 1 points 1 year ago

Wow this app is also available for my Linux computer AND its open source according to their website. I'm in love!

[–] RozhkiNozhki 2 points 1 year ago

NASA has a monthly thing called What's Up: https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/skywatching/whats-up/

[–] DJKayDawg 2 points 1 year ago

I subscribe to Canton Becker's Moon Phase and Astronomy Calendar. Import into your calendar app to see Moon phase, planetary events, and meteor showers.

[–] newbeni 1 points 1 year ago

I use Starwalk 2

[–] DangleBerry 1 points 1 year ago

Turn Left at Orion is a great book to have alongside your scope! I believe it is broken down into seasons and what is viewable at those times.