Astronomy & Space
396 sites
https://www.was.org.nz/useful-links
The Wellington Astronomical Society maintains this curated links page connecting visitors to astronomy resources across New Zealand and beyond, from national societies to educational tools for children. Organized into regional and international sections, it serves as a handy gateway to observatories, sky guides, STEM activities, and fellow astronomy clubs throughout New Zealand.
http://nightskylive.net/sd
NightSkyLive appears to be a live sky or astronomy viewing resource, likely offering real-time or streaming views of the night sky. The domain and subdirectory suggest a science-focused project aimed at stargazers and astronomy enthusiasts.
http://company7.com/
Company Seven is a long-established astro-optics retailer and resource hub based in Laurel, Maryland, serving both amateur and professional astronomers with telescopes, binoculars, rare optical instruments, and expert consultation. Notable for its involvement with NASA missions including the Hubble Space Telescope Repair and the James Webb Space Telescope, this site blends a brick-and-mortar showroom presence with a deep online resource for the astronomy community.
https://nasawatch.com/
NASA Watch is a long-running independent watchdog site run by Keith Cowing, covering NASA news, policy, personnel changes, and space exploration with a critical insider perspective. With archives stretching back to 1993, it tracks everything from Artemis and ISS developments to congressional oversight and agency politics.
https://nineplanets.org/amateur-astronomical-observatories
The Nine Planets hosts a curated list of amateur astronomical observatories built by individual hobbyists, compiled by the site owner during research for their own backyard observatory project. Visitors will find practical inspiration and design ideas ranging from simple roll-off roof builds to more complex dome structures, all set within a broader astronomy reference site covering planets, stars, comets, and equipment guides.
https://up-ship.com/Book/spaceshipdesign.htm
A work-in-progress book project aimed at giving science fiction authors and scriptwriters the real engineering and physics knowledge needed to design plausible spacecraft. The site outlines chapter topics ranging from propulsion systems and structures to weapons and re-entry, covering everything from chemical rockets to theoretical Alcubierre warp drives.
https://spacew.com/
Solar Terrestrial Dispatch is a 36-year-old space weather service offering near real-time auroral activity mosaics, solar wind data, X-ray flux readings, and experimental flare prediction heatmaps updated every two minutes. Visitors can track geomagnetic conditions, monitor the electrical power grid demand, and view stunning satellite imagery of aurora activity over both hemispheres.
https://john.pane.net/
John Pane is a Ph.D. computer scientist and senior researcher at RAND Corporation whose homepage highlights his work in education technology and personalized learning. A standout feature is his astrophotography gallery, showcasing personal photos of stars, nebulae, comets, and a solar eclipse, which gives the site a compelling scientific hobby dimension.
https://minnesotasky.tripod.com/
The Steele County Astronomical Society (SCAS) is an Owatonna, Minnesota-based astronomy club affiliated with the Astronomical League, organizing events like Messier Marathons, park viewing nights, and observatory tours. The site lists the club's annual schedule, membership information, and links to the Owatonna Clear Dark Sky Report for planning observation sessions.
https://bsasnashville.com/
The Barnard-Seyfert Astronomical Society (BSAS) is a Nashville, Tennessee astronomy club that hosts regular public star parties, member meetings, and educational events at local parks and nature centers. Visitors can find event schedules, membership information, a member-produced wall calendar featuring astrophotography, and resources for amateur astronomers including discounted access to the Observer's Handbook.