Papers & Handouts

These introductory papers and handouts have been created by TAAS Members and others to help you expand your knowledge of astronomy.

A Walk through the Southern Sky

Astronomical Objects for a Public Viewing Session

Average Eyepice Choices.pdf

Averted Vision Scale

Coma Wastes Light

Depth of Solar Colors

Finders

Great Astronomy Books

Guide to the Moon

Jupiter Observing Guide

Nebula Filters

Observation Log & Sketch Template

Observing Checklist

Observing Conditions

Observing Log

On Advice for a First Scope

Pointing a Telescope

Shapley-Sawyer GC Classifications

Solar Features

Star Colors

What Telescope is Best for Me

Which Eyepiece Focal Length Worksheet Examples

Which Eyepiece Focal Length Worksheet

Which Eyepiece Focal Length