Backyard Voyager
- Equipment, galleries, articles, tutorials, software, history, and NGC targets.
- http://www.backyardvoyager.com/

Sky & Telescope - How to Start Right in Astronomy
- Article discussing ways to getting started and learning astronomy.
- http://skytonight.com/howto/basics/3304616.html?page=1&c=y?wfx2=lh2hj34l8s

Beginner's Guide to Astronomy
- Guide to getting started as an amateur astronomer.
- http://beginnersguide.com/astronomy/

So You Wanna Buy a Telescope
- Discusses telescopes, types, buying, and accessories.
- http://www.scopereviews.com/begin.html

Sights Above
- Gallery, equipment, audio-video, log, accessories, telescope 101, and links.
- http://www.sightsabove.com

Astronomy for the Absolute Beginner
- Introduction, getting started, telescopes and accessories, what to expect, books, software, and links.
- http://www.kiva.net/~kls/astro.html

Telescope Simulator and Calculator
- Realistic views of what you will see with different telescopes and eyepieces, and links.
- http://www.scopesim.com

Lainie's Astronomy Webpage for Beginners
- Images, links, articles, news, and general information on the solar system.
- http://community-2.webtv.net/LAINIE121/doc

Buying your First Telescope
- Suggestions before purchasing a telescope.
- http://physics.weber.edu/planet/telescope.html

Astronomy for Kids
- Support for all ages in buying a telescope and becoming a skilled observer by means of various tools.
- http://www.dustbunny.com/afk/

The Astrogirl Homepage
- Information on the sky, clubs, reading, astronomy basics, tips, software, astrophotography, and links.
- http://home.pcisys.net/~astrogirl/

Beginning Astronomy
- Information on getting started, binoculars,first telescope, and expanding horizons.
- http://www.xmission.com/~alanne/AstronomyBeginning.html

The Astronomy Nexus
- Information created or compiled that can be viewed in one place, and includes general information, 3D universe, encyclopedia of suns, gadget FAQ, virtual Messier, s.a.a. FAQ, and urban Herschel 400.
- http://www.astronexus.com/

A Practical Guide to Astronomy
- Electronic encyclopedia for both the beginner and the experienced.
- http://www.hotliquidmagma.com/

Articles with Advice for Beginning Amateur Astronomers
- From advice, building, clothing, observation, and alignment.
- http://observers.org/beginner/

Ask the Astronomer
- Archived questions about astronomy and space science especially for the beginner.
- http://www.astronomycafe.net/qadir/qanda.html

For the Beginner
- Tips for getting started in astronomy.
- http://home.earthlink.net/~dreyna14/begin.htm

Telescopes
- Advice on buying a telescope, beginner's advice, eyepieces, and care and setup of telescope and accessories.
- http://www.astro-tom.com/telescopes/telescopes.htm

Amateur Astronomer's Notebook
- Information on naked eye observations, first time telescope buyers, equipment and software reviews, and general information.
- http://www.rocketroberts.com/astro/aan.htm

Astronomy for Beginners
- Articles related to introductions to telescopes, and observing solar system and deep sky objects.
- http://www.naasbeginners.freeuk.com/

The Beginner
- Learning the basics of astronomy, observing, and equipment.
- http://www.backyard-astro.com/beginner/beginner.html

Northern Virginia Astronomy Club - Resources
- Guides for getting started in astronomy.
- http://www.novac.com/resources/

Astronomy by Frank
- Beginners' guides for buying a telescope and astrophotography.
- http://www.my-spot.com/astronomy.htm

Astrocentral - Beginner's Guide to Astronomy
- Information for beginners with an introduction to astronomy, starhopping, and first telescope.
- http://www.astrocentral.co.uk/beginners.html

Beginner's Astronomy
- Consists of a telescope buyers guide, basic knowledge information of solar system and deep sky objects, and astronomy quiz.
- http://www.hubbletelescope.btinternet.co.uk

Tom Campbell's Amateur Astronomy
- Consists of several sections from learning to observing, projects, limericks, and a today in astronomy history.
- http://www.iolaks.com/softech/astro

Astronomy and Telescopes
- Guide to selecting and using a telescope and its mount, and viewing solar system and deep sky objects.
- http://www.widescreen-centre.co.uk/teledirect/choose.html

Star Gazer
- Dedicated to the stars and galaxies with resources and links.
- http://www.nameastargift.com/

Skywatch
- A calendar of events of upcoming aurora, meteor showers, eclipses, planets, and more.
- http://ufowisconsin.com/skywatch/

About Astronomy
- Getting started, star charts, beginner information on equipment and accessories, and images and information on Messier and other deep objects.
- http://aboutastronomy.net

My First Telescope
- Completely dedicated to the beginner with tips for selecting and buying a first telescope.
- http://www.my-first-telescope.com

Astronomy and Astrophotography for the Non-Gazillionaire
- Designed for the amateur and beginner on a budget consisting of articles, gallery, and mission statement.
- http://www.andysshotglass.com/

OBAFGKM
- Tips for buying a telescope, astronomical images, and links.
- http://www.obafgkm.com

Astronomy - An Introduction to Sky Watching
- Booklet by Astronomical Society of South Australia that discusses activities, types of objects to observe, how to get started, and advanced activities.
- http://www.assa.org.au/observing/welcome/

Astronomy Magazine - Intro to Astronomy
- Provides information on astronomy for kids, observing, buying and using telescopes, accessories, and photography.
- http://www.astronomy.com/asy/default.aspx?c=ps&id=6

Observational Astronomy
- Offers information on learning about astronomical objects and then viewing the objects through use of the eye or with various optics.
- http://www.stargazing.net/david/

Astronomy Today - Telescope Buyers' FAQ
- Guide for buying and using amateur telescopes, accessories, vendors, and various resources.
- http://www.astronomytoday.com/astronomy/tbfaq.html

Getting Started in Astronomy
- Guide for choosing a first telescope, and including types of telescopes, accessories, terms, and dictionary.
- http://www.r-clarke.org.uk/starting_astro1.htm

Where Amateur Astronomy Resides
- Article promoting astronomy.
- http://www.prairieastronomyclub.org/kevn_ltr.htm

Amateur Astronomy
- The role of the amateur astronomer, and possible contributions within different fields.
- http://www.prairieastronomyclub.org/amateurs.html

Beginning Urban Sky Watching
- Guide to getting started, selecting optics, resources, navigating the sky, and planetary and deep sky objects.
- http://www.sfo.com/~parvin/skywatching.html

Frequently Asked Questions in Astronomy
- Newsgroup devoted to the discussion of all aspects of astronomy.
- http://sciastro.astronomy.net/