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swag72

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Hi Julie and welcome to SGL - Glad that you found us and hope that you enjoy your time here. If you've got any questions then just ask. If you've not already done so, download the free copy of Stellarium, a great planetarium programme that will help you to learn your way around the sky.

Look forward to seeing you around :)

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JamesM

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Hi Julie and welcome to the forum. When a question arises just post a question the relevant section and the answers will quickly arrive. Astronomy isn't difficult but I will admit that there is rather a lot of it, so sit back, relax and take your time exploring the areas of interest that appeal to you after all the stars aren't going anywhere soon!  :grin:

Clear skies and hope you enjoy the forum.

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glowjet

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Hi Julie and welcome to SGL, just post your questions into the relevant sub section of the forum to which it relates, to get the help you need, enjoy :)

Sorry James, same advice, you can type faster than me :)

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Welcome to the Lounge Julie. :)

I have posted this on a thread before, to try and give some basic things for a new starter.

Hope it helps a little. ;)

Welcome to this fascinating Pastime. :)

Firstly, I'd get a copy of a good astronomy Guide, something like, ' Turn Left at Orion ' or 'The Backyard Astronomers guide' books like these are invaluable when your starting out.

There are also some great free software, you can get to show you what's in the sky at night. http://www.skymaps.com Is something that you can print off, and is very handy.

There's also some software called 'Stellarium '. http://www.stellarium.org/en_GB/

That's great if you have a tablet or phone with you, whilst observing.

The other recommendation is find your nearest. Astro society, and go along, and see what other people have, it's a perfect opportunity to ask questions. :)http://www.firstligh...om/locator.html

Also have a good read at some of the beginners threads on here, they are very helpful,and may well give you some answers.

A must read is this. Please don't expect to see things , as you would on TV or in magazines. http://stargazerslou...-expect-to-see/

But for now your main objective is. ENJOY YOUR STARGAZING. ;)

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