Beginners (Subscribe)
Links
Astronomy for the Absolute Beginner
http://www.hpcisp.com/~kls/astro.html
Introduction, getting started, telescopes and accessories, what to expect, books, software, and links.
Astronomy for Beginners
http://www.astronomyforbeginners.com/
Information on basics, equipment, what to see, astrophotography, and links.
Astronomy by Frank
http://www.my-spot.com/astronomy.htm
Beginners' guides for buying a telescope and astrophotography.
Astronomy and Astrophotography for the Non-Gazillionaire
http://www.andysshotglass.com/
Designed for the amateur and beginner on a budget consisting of articles, gallery, and mission statement.
Astronomy - An Introduction to Sky Watching
http://www.assa.org.au/observing/welcome/
Booklet by Astronomical Society of South Australia that discusses activities, types of objects to observe, how to get started, and advanced activities.
Astrocentral - Beginner's Guide to Astronomy
http://www.astrocentral.co.uk/beginners.html
Information for beginners with an introduction to astronomy, starhopping, and first telescope.
Astrocentral
http://www.astrocentral.co.uk/
A beginner's guide to astronomy with emphasis on the solar system.
Ask the Astronomer
http://www.astronomycafe.net/qadir/qanda.html
Archived questions about astronomy and space science especially for the beginner.
Articles with Advice for Beginning Amateur Astronomers
http://observers.org/beginner/
From advice, building, clothing, observation, and alignment.
Amateur Astronomy
http://www.prairieastronomyclub.org/amateurs.html
The role of the amateur astronomer, and possible contributions within different fields.
Amateur Astronomer's Notebook
http://www.rocketroberts.com/astro/aan.htm
Information on naked eye observations, first time telescope buyers, equipment and software reviews, and general information.