Perth / Introductory stargazing
Learn a small patch
A focused guide from Night Compass on Introductory stargazing.
Guide 02 / Perth
Put the idea to work.
Use a current sky chart or reputable app to identify one area of the sky. Let your eyes adjust to darkness and avoid bright screens when possible. Start with naked-eye patterns before using binoculars.
A short practice plan
- Use a current sky chart or reputable app to identify one area of the sky.
- Let your eyes adjust to darkness and avoid bright screens when possible.
- Start with naked-eye patterns before using binoculars.
Continue exploring.
The other Introductory stargazing guides look at different parts of the practice. Take one useful idea into your next session.