Colorado is taking big steps to protect its starry night skies while boosting tourism and education. The state’s new Dark Sky Certification program, announced by Gov. Polis, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), and the Colorado Tourism Office (CTO), aims to reduce light pollution in twelve state parks.… Continue reading.
Here’s a brief look at what’s going on in the Mile High City this week.
February 3: Look for the Winter Hexagon high in the southern skies throughout February. This asterism is formed by connecting six bright stars: Sirius in Canis Major (the brightest star in the sky), Rigel in Orion, Aldebaran in Taurus, Capella in Auriga, Pollux in Gemini, and Procyon in Canis Minor.… Continue reading.
Last month, we discussed the Hubble’s Night Sky Observing Challenge and the January targets announced by the Astronomical League and NASA to celebrate 35 Years of the Hubble Space Telescope
Discover the Universe Like Hubble!Join the celebration of the Hubble Space Telescope’s 35th anniversary by participating in the Hubble’s Night Sky Observing Challenge!… Continue reading.
This is the third installment of a three-part series exploring the wonders of Denver’s night skies. Be sure to check out the other articles in the series: What to Explore in the 2025 Denver Night Skies and When to Explore in the 2025 Denver Night Skies.… Continue reading.
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.
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By Dave Prosper Updated by Kat Troche
Light pollution has long troubled astronomers, who generally shy away from deep sky observing under full Moon skies.… 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.