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Why I Started SeeIntoSpace.com Astronomy is the oldest science. Since the earliest days of civilization, humans have pondered the stars. Astronomy is a wonderful, soul-feeding experience that fewer and fewer people are experiencing because we are losing our appreciation for the night sky. And people are being ripped by junk telescopes sold in discount stores. We are all busy. Too busy to spend a little peaceful time looking at our universe. I've found that the interest is there, but people have no idea where to begin. They buy a "junk" telescope and struggle. No more! I want you to start with the right equipment, learn how to find neat stuff and enjoy the experience. That's why we're here. For you. Don't buy junk, please! MEMBERS ONLY TELESCOPE SALE! Learn About Astronomy We are focused on astronomy. Many of you have contacted me with questions about astronomy and how to find things in the night sky. For updates, visit the bulletins page. I'll post things I think might be of interest to you.

Goals

I have two goals for this project: To support interest in astronomy and make it fun. When you buy your telescope from SeeIntoSpace, you are helping to fund this project.

Knowledge

You want to see cool stuff with your binoculars and telescopes. Our site is devoted to helping you find and understand the thousands of galaxies, double stars, clusters and planets you can see if you know where to look. We'll also learn about the moon. Hopefully, some of you will join me for some solar observing too! (NEVER, EVER, LOOK AT THE SUN WITHOUT THE PROPER TRAINING AND EQUIPMENT)

What Can You See?

You'll see galaxies millions of light years away. You'll see dense clouds of gas and dust. You'll see brand new stars and the materials that formed them in exotic stellar nurseries. You'll see what's left of exploded stars too. You'll see clusters of hundreds of thousands of stars. You'll see the rings of Saturn and the moons of Jupiter. You'll see details on the moon. You'll understand what you are seeing too. And soon you'll be able to show your friends and neighbors things they never imagined they could see.

The Sun

We have just entered a new solar cycle. Some scientists predict that this will be the most active period for our sun in 400 years! Would you like to see this activity with your own eyes? When you hear news about global warming or solar flares, would you like first hand knowledge of the sun's activity? Would you like to understand what's going on up there with the sun? Most important of all, would you like to do something about the serious problem of global warming? YOU can by simply raising awareness and participating in our energy saving project.

I will teach you how to safely observe the sun so you can see, first hand, this period of very high activity develop. Maybe together we'll solve the mystery of global warming! Through learning for yourself and sharing what you learn with others, you will raise awareness of the global warming issue. I'd like us, thousands of us, to safely observe the sun. I'll teach you how. Then you can show your friends.

Will I Need an Expensive Telescope?

No! I hope someday you'll have enough interest in astronomy to get a telescope but that's not necessary now. I can help you with that step when you're ready. Too many people waste their money on useless junk telescopes from department stores and never enjoy astronomy. On the other hand, some people dive in and spend thousands on a telescope they never use because it's too heavy or too complicated. Please, if you are considering a telescope purchase, talk to me first. I can save you a lot of time and grief. The telescope you choose must suit your budget and your needs.

My Role

I'll do my part. I'll supply the training and answer your questions. I'll present lots of FREE online webinars. I'll get guest speakers to teach us more about astronomy. I'll help you find amazing night sky objects. I'll recommend telescopes and find us good 'deals'. I'll recommend the proper equipment to safely observe the sun. I'll help you get your family involved too. Science education is woefully lacking. Kids are surrounded with electronic stimulation but few ever have the satisfaction of finding and seeing Saturn for themselves. That's too bad. There is a huge universe to see! And once they've had this experience with you, they will never forget it.

Your Part

I can't do it alone. Your participation will make this a wonderful and exciting experience. Your questions, observations and encouragement will make SeeIntoSpace.com an exciting place to be. I hope you'll share your experiences with others through our own discussion board.

I'll need your guidance and feedback too. I'm depending on you to give me your ideas about ways to improve our site and experience. If you find typos on the website, please point them out!

You can join while it's still FREE. And I'll send a FREE gift. THERE IS NO OBLIGATION to buy ANYTHING. And I'll start supporting your astronomy adventure immediately!

(Membership is open to U.S. residents only. One free membership per household but we treat a membership as a family membership so everyone may participate)

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