Is the Yukon the best place for amateur astronomers? And how can I experience and discover the vast night sky? Let’s take these questions and
Distinguished Guests & Distinguished Night Skies Read More »
The month of April is at a close and, as May begins, great changes are taking place high overhead in the amazing Yukon Night Skies.
The Disappearing Yukon Night Sky Read More »
If you were taking note of the High Lights in the last issue (and this one), you would have discovered that December is chock full
Decembers Planetary Pile Up Read More »
Four hundred years ago (actually in 1609), Galileo gazed up into the night sky with a new invention called the telescope. He was the first
It’s the International Year of Astronomy Read More »
As the month of October closes and frosty November begins, the window of opportunity for observing Mars begins. This little red planet has captured everyone’s
The Martians Are Coming Read More »
December is, as always, an action-packed viewing experience full of discovery and adventure for all Yukon amateur astronomers. There are dazzling delights for anyone with
December’s Dazzling Delights Read More »
As the International Year of Astronomy winds down, I am often asked, “What was it all about?” and “Was there anything to come out of
A Yukon Galileo Moment Read More »
The weather is returning to a more normal routine, and although I do love the warmer weather, it does make for cloudy nights, offering few
Cosmic Silhouettes Read More »
Welcome to nightlife in the Yukon night skies. For starters, let’s get acquainted with the night sky as we see it: directly overhead we find
January’s Bountiful Star Clusters Read More »
March is one of the most active months for Yukon amateur astronomers. And, this year, we have a visitor making our observing sessions all the
The Hunt for Little Green Fuzzes is On! Read More »
Here comes the Yuletide observing season, so get ready to tilt your neck up. There are plenty of cosmic events happening in those amazing Yukon
Jupiter Takes Centre Stage Through December Read More »
Friday was day two at Starfest, Canada’s most amazing astronomical gathering [Aug. 12-15, 2010], and we were not due to be on stage till 7
A Yukoner’s Journey to Starfest Read More »
Where were you on Saturday March 19, when the Super Moon occurred? Sounds kind of ominous doesn’t it? So, what is a super moon? As
Saturn and the Super Moon Read More »
With the oncoming of spring, the nights are shorter and temperatures are struggling to rise. The Yukon night skies are also in a state of
Don’t miss out on the amazing stargazing opportunities in Whitehorse. Learn about astronomy events and celestial sightings in the area.
Happy New Year Amateur Astronomers Read More »
The month of February offers long, clear, cold nights, and a chance to explore five of the finest star clusters in the Yukon Night Skies.
Star Clusters and Ringed Giants Read More »
The month of May brings warm weather observing – parka not required – a pleasant change of pace. It still gets frosty, though. Last weekend
So Many Stars, So Little Time Read More »
Our Yukon night skies are hosting some special cosmic interlopers for the next couple of months, including Comet Garradd. This little fuzz ball of a
Comets Abound in Yukon Night Skies Read More »
Wondrous views await the cosmic tourist in the month of April. The end of March and the first two weeks of April are sometimes referred
April Cosmic Showers; Fire in the Sky Read More »
Experience the celestial spectacle in the Yukon night sky. Catch a glimpse of Mars, Venus, Jupiter, and Saturn in all their glory.
Dance of the Planets Read More »
Experience the awe of yukon astronomy with enthusiastic Australian visitors. Unforgettable night of deep sky observing and aurora watching.
From Down Under to Northern Night Sky Wonders Read More »
With springtime soon to arrive, Yukon astronomers are gearing up for the event of the year: galaxy hunting season. Unlike game hunting, you don’t need
Springtime Galactic Encounters Read More »
With Christmas soon arriving I am usually bombarded with emails enquiring, what is the best gift this season for a budding Yukon amateur astronomer? The
Gearing Up for Christmas Read More »
Summertime is here, and it is going to be a rip-snorting good time, astronomically speaking, that is. Let’s get started with holidays and star parties.
Starfest 2010, Summer Star Parties and The Solar Express Read More »
