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Observing Guides for 2009
Astronomical Calendar
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Guy Ottewell's legendary calendar for the new year Limited quantities! |
Observing Handbook
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Unique annual compendium highlights celestial events for the coming year |
Observer's Calendar
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Astrophotos and celestial information for your wall |
Eclipses
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"Barely There" Lunar Eclipse
— August 6, 2009
If you forgot to check out last night's penumbral lunar eclipse, you didn't miss much!
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The century’s longest solar eclipse is about to sweep across China and the Pacific. Eclipse-chasers from around the world are counting down the hours until July 22nd.
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Get ready for the total solar eclipse of the century — along with a hard-to-reach annular eclipse and a handful of modest lunar eclipses that take place during the International Year of Astronomy.
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Looking at the Sun is harmful to your eyes at any time, partial eclipse or no. Fortunately, there are many easy ways to watch the show safely.
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Using a safe solar filter, it's easy to photograph a partial solar eclipse.
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A total eclipse of the Sun is a spectacular sight. With a little preparation and advance planning, you can capture your own souvenir portrait of this awe-inspiring sight.
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Lunar eclipses are leisurely affairs — a pleasure to watch and photograph.
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With a little help, you can see the first hint of the Earth's shadow — the penumbra — on the Moon's surface. Here's what you need to know.
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