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The Heretic's Guide to Choosing and Buying your First Telescope -  .

- Information first-time telescope buyers with a detailed FAQ and suggested telescopes, vendors, books, videos, and software.

About Astronomy - - Dedicated for beginners desiring to learning astronomy such as telescopes, accessories, star charts, forum and clear sky clocks.

Amateur Astronomer's Notebook - - Information on naked eye observations, first time telescope buyers, equipment and software reviews, and general information.

Amateur Astronomy - - The role of the amateur astronomer, and possible contributions within different fields.

Articles with Advice for Beginning Amateur Astronomers - - From advice, building, clothing, observation, and alignment.

Ask the Astronomer - - Archived questions about astronomy and space science especially for the beginner.

Astrocentral - Beginner's Guide to Astronomy - - Information for beginners with an introduction to astronomy, starhopping, and first telescope.

The Astrogirl Homepage - - Information on the sky, clubs, reading, astronomy basics, tips, software, astrophotography, and links.

Astronomy - An Introduction to Sky Watching - - Booklet by Astronomical Society of South Australia that discusses activities, types of objects to observe, how to get started, and advanced activities.

Astronomy: The Voyage - - The Nave Theory, images, and Area 51 information.

Astronomy and Astrophotography for the Non-Gazillionaire - - Designed for the amateur and beginner on a budget consisting of articles, gallery, and mission statement.

Astronomy and Telescopes - - Guide to selecting and using a telescope and its mount, and viewing solar system and deep sky objects.

Astronomy by Frank - - Beginners' guides for buying a telescope and astrophotography.

Astronomy for Beginners - - Information on basics, equipment, what to see, astrophotography, and links.

Astronomy for Beginners - - Articles related to introductions to telescopes, and observing solar system and deep sky objects.

Astronomy for Kids - Beginner's Corner - - Support for all ages in buying a telescope and becoming a skilled observer by means of various tools.

Astronomy for the Absolute Beginner - - Introduction, getting started, telescopes and accessories, what to expect, books, software, and links.

Astronomy Magazine - Intro to Astronomy - - Provides information on astronomy for kids, observing, buying and using telescopes, accessories, and photography.

Astronomy Mayhem - Getting Started in Astronomy - - Procedures to getting started by joining clubs, learning the sky, needed materials and equipment, and getting started in photography.

The Astronomy Nexus - - Information created or compiled that can be viewed in one place, and includes general information, 3D universe, encyclopedia of suns, gadget FAQ, virtual Messier, s.a.a. FAQ, and urban Herschel 400.

Astronomy Show and Tell - - Presents thoughts on astronomy and details of some astronomy projects.

Astronomy Today - Telescope Buyers' FAQ - - Guide for buying and using amateur telescopes, accessories, vendors, and various resources.

Astro-Nuts - Astronomy Beginner's Help - - Guide to telescope basics, observation tips, monthly selection picks, and links.

Basic Astronomy - - Introduction to objects within earth's planetary system and deep sky objects, and a glossary.

The Beginner - - Learning the basics of astronomy, observing, and equipment.

Beginners - Generic Star Charts - - Charts for the different months in the northern hemisphere.

Beginner's Astronomy - - Consists of a telescope buyers guide, basic knowledge information of solar system and deep sky objects, and astronomy quiz.

Beginning Astronomy - - Information on getting started, binoculars,first telescope, and expanding horizons.

Beginning Urban Sky Watching - - Guide to getting started, selecting optics, resources, navigating the sky, and planetary and deep sky objects.

Buying your First Telescope - - Suggestions before purchasing a telescope.

The DDAS Astronomical Dictionary - - Glossary of astronomical terms aimed at all levels of learning.

For the Beginner - - Tips for getting started in astronomy.

Frequently Asked Questions in Astronomy - - Newsgroup devoted to the discussion of all aspects of astronomy.

Getting Started in Astronomy - - Guide for choosing a first telescope, and including types of telescopes, accessories, terms, and dictionary.

Lainie's Astronomy Webpage for Beginners - - Images, links, articles, news, and general information on the solar system.

My First Telescope - - Completely dedicated to the beginner with tips for selecting and buying a first telescope.

Night Sky Gazing - - Guide to choosing, types, mounts, accessories, maintenance, binoculars, and useful resources.

Northern Virginia Astronomy Club - Resources - - Guides for getting started in astronomy.

OBAFGKM - - Tips for buying a telescope, astronomical images, and links.

Observational Astronomy - - Offers information on learning about astronomical objects and then viewing the objects through use of the eye or with various optics.

A Practical Guide to Astronomy - - Electronic encyclopedia for both the beginner and the experienced.

Sights Above - - Gallery, equipment, audio-video, log, accessories, telescope 101, and links.

Sky & Telescope - How to Start Right in Astronomy - - Article discussing ways to getting started and learning astronomy.

Skywatch - - A calendar of events of upcoming aurora, meteor showers, eclipses, planets, and more.

Small Telescope Astronomy for Beginners - - Information for the inexperienced backyard astronomers of small optics.

So You Wanna Buy a Telescope - - Discusses telescopes, types, buying, and accessories.

Star Gazer - - Dedicated to the stars and galaxies with resources and links.

Telescope Simulator and Calculator - - Realistic views of what you will see with different telescopes and eyepieces, and links.

Telescopes - - Advice on buying a telescope, beginner's advice, eyepieces, and care and setup of telescope and accessories.

Telescopes - - Discussion of two types of beginner telescopes, the reflector and the refractor.

Telescopes for the Beginner - - Offers advice for selecting and buying first telescope.

Tom Campbell's Amateur Astronomy - - Consists of several sections from learning to observing, projects, limericks, and a today in astronomy history.

Where Amateur Astronomy Resides - - Article promoting astronomy.