Links to Online Astronomy Resources
Many times we are asked what websites SALSA members use to learn more about astronomy. This list was compiled by our entire membership, as a basis for education. If you have one to suggest, please send it to info@salsa-astro.com.
What’s in the sky right now?
In The Sky - Current positions of astronomical objects
Heavens Above - Satellite tracking
Clear Sky Chart - San Antonio sky conditions
TELESCOPIUS - Sky targets to observe
APOD - Astronomy Picture of the Day
Space Weather - Solar activity, satellite tracking, viewing times & dates – Enter ZIP code
SEDS Students for Exploration and Development of Space - General info
SOHO Solar and Heliospheric Observer - Information and real-time images of the Sun
Maps and Charts
Skymaps - Monthly sky charts
Astronomy Café – Free sky charts
NGC New General Catalog - List of deep sky objects
Selenographia - Moon maps and observing Information
News and Current Events
Stardate - Astronomy radio/podcast and monthly Moon phase calendar
Space.com - Space science and events
Universe Today - Current news and events
Sky and Telescope - Current astronomy news, articles, charts and events
One Minute Astronomer - General info
Cloudy Nights - Amateur astronomy forum
Astronomy Software
Stellarium - Free planetarium software for desktops
Star Walk - Planetarium app for mobile devices
San Antonio Astronomy Places
Curtis Vaughn Observatory at University of Texas - San Antonio
UTSA CVO - Weather Station
Department of Physics & Astronomy at UTSA
Scobee Planetarium at San Antonio College