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Astronomy magazine podcast: Glenn Chaple's observing basics

Astronomy Contributing Editor Glenn Chaple discusses where to start in the hobby of astronomy.
Published: January 4, 2007
Texas Star Party
An observer looking eastward at the Texas Star Party.
Photo by Tim Kimbler
January 4, 2007
Are you new to the hobby and want to learn the sky? Or are you you an armchair astronomer who wants to move from the living room to the field?

In this podcast, Astronomy Contributing Editor Glenn Chaple gives some tips on becoming a better observer.

After you listen, e-mail us here and let us know what you think.

If you would like to subscribe to our podcast, click here.

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