Books by Philip S. Harrington
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Topics covered
What to do after you have seen all of the objects listed throughout Star Watch. Some readers may have found one particular area of observational astronomy that interests them and wish to pursue that topic in greater depth. Others might prefer to enter into a formal observing program that culminates with a certificate of completion. There is something for everyone, as this summarizing chapter discusses.
Chapter notes
Here are contact information and links to various observing awards programs and amateur organizations, both local as well as nation- and worldwide.
Observing Awards
Eligibility: Open any reader who successfully observes all deep-sky objects listed in Star Watch.
Astronomical League observing clubs
Programs include both deep-sky as well as solar system observing projects.
Eligibility: Open to all Astronomical League members.
Royal Astronomical Society of Canada observing clubs
Programs include Messier and NGC deep-sky observing projects.
Eligibility: Open to all RASC members.
Join a Local Astronomy Club
One of the best ways to fuel your interest for astronomy and expand your circle of astro-friends is to join a local astronomy club. Click here to link to a website called "AstroPlace," probably the most comprehensive listing of astronomy clubs available on the Internet.
Special Interest Societies
For those looking to expand their involvement with the hobby and science of astronomy, the following organizations are excellent ways to delve deeper into the universe.
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Recommended reading
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None, apart from what is on the websites listed above.