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Your Telescope Could Help Discover the Next Big Thing in Space Science
Community & Science

Your Telescope Could Help Discover the Next Big Thing in Space Science

Backyard stargazers across the US are doing more than just enjoying the view — they're contributing real data to professional research programs that study everything from exoplanets to near-Earth asteroids. Here's how everyday observers became an indispensable part of modern astronomy, and how you can get involved starting tonight.

Escape the Glow: Dark Sky Gems Hidden Within an Hour of Your City
Stargazing Guides

Escape the Glow: Dark Sky Gems Hidden Within an Hour of Your City

You don't have to drive half the night to find a genuinely dark sky. We've tracked down some of the best low-light escapes within 100 miles of America's biggest metro areas, so you can spend more time looking up and less time behind the wheel.