MnAstro Forums

MAS Star Parties and Events
This is where you will find information and updates for all MAS Star Parties and Events open to the public.
Moderator: defalkner

General Astronomy
This forum is for discussing all things astronomical that aren't directly related to the activities of the MAS.

Marketplace/Exchange
Buying? Selling? Trading? Wanting? This is the place to do it.
Posts will be automatically pruned in 90 days,

MAS Electronic Media & Book Group
Forum for the discussion of astronomy books, magazines, movies, documentaries, web videos, astronomy apps, etc.
Moderator: Lilah

Beginners SIG
This is the discussion forum for the Beginners Special Interest Group. Whether you just learned how to spell t-e-l-e-s-c-o-p-e or have years of observing experience you're welcome!
Moderators: defalkner, Sureshks, SEmert

Imaging SIG
Astrophotography, CCD imaging discussions are the focus of this forum.
Moderator: Dave Venne

Observing SIG
This forum is all about putting your eye to the eyepiece and OBSERVING. Topics include observing reports, helpful hints, observing accessories, etc.
Moderators: wkocken, jjones7777

Radio Astronomy SIG
If you're listening for ET's or to Jupiter's radio emissions then you need to visit this forum with frequency.

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Moderator: matt_2018

Research SIG
Want to be the next Henrietta Leavitt or Edwin Hubble? Get started here.
Moderator: RussD

Road Trip SIG
Get your motor runnin'...head out on the highway...and see the astronomical world. Eclipse trips, regional and national star parties, tours, astronomer-friendly lodgings...it's all here!
Moderators: Sureshks, krichter

Telescope Making SIG
Roll your own. Optics, accessories, complete telescopes.

Personal Observatory SIG
Do you have an observatory? Planning one? Roll-off, Dome or Pod... a place to discuss personal observatories, their design, construction and operations.
Moderators: RussD, Deane Clark

Space Exploration
Topics related to manned space missions
Moderator: clayton