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Who can help?
You can help yourself! Astronomy clubs exist so that you may experience, improve and fine tune your interests
in amateur and backyard astronomy (and to some degree, professional astronomy!) Astronomy clubs and societies,
like the Alachua Astronomy Club, are intended for the general public, for all ages and levels of experience.
The AAC offers Family, Associate, Student and Senior memberships. You may even pro-rate
your dues if you wish.
What's the best way to learn about telescopes?
Join an astronomy club.
How should I go about choosing my first telescope?
Read this page, then join an astronomy club.
Who can fix my telescope?
You can! An astronomy club can help. The AAC offers an
Amateur Telescope Makers group (ATM). ATM is not
just for building telescopes from scratch, but also to upgrade and repair existing telescopes and accessories.
Will you come out to my house and show me how to use my new telescope/learn the sky?
Probably not. For our safety, and for a better experience, how about you visit us at a
star party?
We offer star parties virtually every month, at locations throughout Alachua County and neighboring areas.
The best way to learn about telescopes (especially before you buy) is to attend star parties and talk
with people. You'll get all sorts of opinions and experiences that may alter, and hopefully excite your craving
for a telescope or astronomy related tools and resources. The more enthusiasts you speak with, the more you'll
learn. That's exactly why astronomy clubs exist!
Will you come out and visit my class/group/troop/not-for-profit for a special star party?
Sometimes. Here's a page just for you.
How do I find an astronomy club near me?
Click here for a list of astronomy clubs around the world.
What if I have questions but I don't want to join an astronomy club?
Try Google.
This FAQ seems a little cynical. Why is that?
Because of the popularity of this site, we receive an endless stream of Email and phone inquiries requesting
that we cater to questions, events and other special requests that are already offered
through the activities we present each and every month. As a not-for-profit, all-volunteer group consisting
of beginners and veterans alike, our resources can only be spread so far. If you need more help than what the
web offers, join the club. That's not being stuffy; that's being honest and inviting!
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