In our previous article, we spoke in depth about the variety of celestial objects that you can observe in the 2025 Denver night skies. If you’re planning to stargaze in Denver, knowing when to look up is just as important as knowing what to look for.… Continue reading.
As one of the largest astronomy clubs in the country, the Denver Astronomical Society continues to grow and inspire amateur astronomers of all experience levels. Whether you’re new to stargazing or a seasoned observer, you might be starting to plan what celestial wonders to explore this year or looking for ways to reignite your passion for the night sky.… Continue reading.
Here’s a brief look at what’s going on in the skies above the Mile High City this week.
January 27:
If you’re planning to to take part in the NASA/AL Hubble Night Sky Challenge, for either the January (Silver) or the entire year (Gold), this is the last week to complete your observations.… Continue reading.
The Astronomical League and NASA have announced a new observing program to celebrate 35 Years of the Hubble Space Telescope
Explore the Night Sky Like Hubble!You can help celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Hubble Space Telescope by taking on the Hubble’s Night Sky Observing Challenge!… Continue reading.
Major Telescope Companies Face $32 Million Settlement Over Price Fixing
Amateur astronomers who bought telescopes between 2005 and 2023 might qualify for payments from a $32 million settlement. This comes after a class action lawsuit accused major telescope makers of price fixing and monopolizing the U.S.… Continue reading.
Here’s a brief look at what’s going on in the skies above the Mile High City this week.
January 20:
The moon reaches apogee (its farthest distance from earth) at 10:00 AM MST, when it’s 251,219 miles away. Look for Venus and Saturn to be less than 3° apart (about two fingers’ width) in the constellation of Aquarius towards the southwest in the early evening sky.… Continue reading.Astrophotography Special Interest Group, Members In-Reach: Galaxy Season!, Rocky Mountain Star Stare, Planet Parade, Cepheus, Draco, Ursa Major, Garnet Star, Cat’s Eye Nebula, Bode’s Galaxy, and the Cigar Galaxy, star charts, and more!
June 3: Planet Parade (4:53 am) https://earthsky.org/tonight/lineup-of-6-planets-morning-june-3-4-2024/… Continue reading.
May 28: Webinar: Brief History of Everything with Dr. Patrick C. Breysse
May 29: MakerSig Meeting
June 3-4: Six Planets Walk the Line
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/eDWcUUg-5YI?feature=share
DAS Stargazing Forecast
ChamberlinObservatory Weather/Visibility Chart
Kline-Dodge Dark Site Weather/Visibility Chart
Viewing Resources
Night Sky Networks June Viewing Companion (Cepheus, Draco, Ursa Major, Herschel’s Garnet Star, Cat’s Eye Nebula)
Earth and Sky
Sky & Telescope Observing Notes
Sky Maps for June 2024
It’s time once again for our Annual Equipment Auction!! Saturday, October 21st, through Saturday, October 28th Bidding starts at 1am MDT Saturday morning! All proceeds from this year’s auction will benefit the DAS Kline-Dodge Dark Site https://www.denverastro.org/tag/kline-dodge-dark-site/ • Winning bidders must pick up their merchandise IN PERSON in Denver.… Continue reading.
By Mike Hotka
You have a telescope and take it out under dark skies, those skies that are full of stars. You look up in awe and then start trying to find something to look at. You may start out by viewing the solar system objects.… Continue reading.