Resources to Learn More!

There are so many incredible space and astronomy sites available on the Web today for enthusiasts and casual learners alike.

Listed below are some excellent resources that will help you explore the universe and make those clear Moosehead nights even more interesting.

We want you to have access to the best information and experiences, no matter the weather!

Best FREE DESKTOP planetarium software

https://stellarium.org/

Best FREE ONLINE planetarium and helpful observing guide

https://theskylive.com/

Best FREE Aurora forecasting site and space weather

https://www.swpc.noaa.gov/products/aurora-30-minute-forecast

Best site for Dark Skies Conservation and action

https://darksky.org/  and  https://darkskymaine.com/

Best clear dark sky forecasting tool

https://www.cleardarksky.com/csk/

MOON -- NASA Interactive Moon

https://science.nasa.gov/moon/interactives/

MARS -- NASA JPL Mars Trek -- to explore the surface of Mars

https://science.nasa.gov/moon/interactives/

JUPITER -- NASA Explore

https://science.nasa.gov/jupiter

Orrey and More --  NASA Eyes

https://science.nasa.gov/eyes/

SUN -- NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory

https://sdo.gsfc.nasa.gov/

NASA's HUBBLE Sky Map

https://science.nasa.gov/mission/hubble/multimedia/online-activities/hubble-skymap

UMaine Orono Versant Power Astronomy Center and Maynard Jordan  Planetarium -- Plan a Visit!

https://astro.umaine.edu/