Beginner’s Guide to Stargazing: Pro Tips and Tricks

Are you a lover of the night sky? Do you find yourself constantly looking up at the stars in wonder and awe?  Stargazing is like a magical portal to the universe, where you can escape everyday life and embark on a cosmic journey from anywhere. Not only is stargazing a peaceful and relaxing activity, but it …

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No One Born After 1935 Has Set Foot On The Moon

While NASA’s Artemis Il mission plans to send four astronauts over 230,000 miles from Earth on a trip around the farside of the moon, the Artemis team will not make a lunar landing. After its trip around the far side of the Moon-the spacecraft will be pulled back naturally by Earth’s gravity for re-entry and …

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2023 Celestial Calendar

Use the Naturalist’s Guide Celestial Calendar below for moon phases, mercury retrogrades, meteor showers, comets, and more celestial events ✨ Subscribe directly to our celestial events 📆iCal calendar here

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2023 Solar Eclipses and Lunar Eclipses

Solar eclipses can only be seen in certain locations and require safe eyewear. Lunar eclipses are visible at night, except the dimming of the Moon’s light is barely noticeable during a penumbral eclipse. In 2023, there will be four eclipses: two solar and two lunar. View dates with Naturalist’s Guide.

The Difference Between Astrology and Astronomy

Astrology and astronomy are two distinct fields of study that often intersect. Astronomy is the scientific study of celestial objects such as stars, planets, galaxies, and other phenomena in the universe. It is based on research and observation. Astrology is the naturalistic study of celestial movement that can be used to explain the natural pattern …