Get a spiral-bound notebook and keep it with the rest of your observing gear. Being able to look back on your early experiences and sightings in years to come gives deeper meaning to your astronomy for beginners activities now. For some people
Anyway. If this isn't your thing or becomes too much of a chore
Astronomy
Science that encompasses the study of all extraterrestrial objects and phenomena. Since the late 19th century
astronomy has expanded to include
Astrophysics
The application of physical and chemical knowledge to an understanding of the nature of celestial objects.
Its basic activity is to study the sky and learn about what we see in the universe. Observational astronomy is an activity that amateur observers enjoy as a hobby and pastime and was the first type of astronomy humans did. There are millions of people in the world who stargaze regularly from their backyards or personal observatories.
Studying astronomy is the way to find out about the origins and evolution of the cosmos, the stars, galaxies, planets -- and ourselves. Michele Falzone/ Photodisc/ Getty Images Why Study Astronomy? Astronomy is one of humanity's oldest sciences. Its basic activity is to study the sky and learn about what we see in the universe.
