Observing clubs

Don't stargaze alone

Astronomy is more fun in company, and clubs solve the two big beginner problems: money and gear. Most clubs lend scopes to members for free.

What a club gives you

gear     borrow a real scope before you buy
dark sites  access to private observing fields
people   someone who'll answer "is this saturn?"
events   star parties, talks, and outreach

Find yours

Vantage lists 4,000+ clubs worldwide, searchable by city. Most will welcome a total beginner to their next meeting.