Regulus! Astronomy Education Services

John Blackwell, the owner and operator of the Northwood Ridge Observatory, offers travelling astronomy education using state-of-the-art equipment and 25+ years of expertise.

John will come to your location and show you the stars, galaxies, nebulae and many other fine night-time or day-time objects. Learn the constellations, identify planets, and understand all the things that the sky can show you! If you are unable to provide dark enough skies, then observing sites can be found to suit your needs.

Services:

Public Viewings
Private Viewings
One-on-one training
Group training
Home Schoolers
Elementary and High School Groups
Camp Sessions

Some of the things to see and do:

Sunspots & Solar Flares
Galaxies
Nebulae
The Moon and Planets
Double Stars
Variable Stars
Constellation Identification
Using Star Charts
Learn How to Buy and Use a Telescope
Science Fair Assistance

Training in the following advanced topics in astronomy and astrophysics are also available:

Astrophotography and CCD Imaging Instruction
Asteroid Hunting
Variable Star Observation
Spectroscopy
Radio Astronomy
Geomagnetic Studies
Equipment Design
Software Choices & Automation

Rates are affordable and vary with the session length and equipment used.
Please call or email for more information:
(603) 942-5699
johnb@regulusastro.com