11/12/2025
Minot Amateur Astronomy
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Observing the night skies from the Minot and surrounding areas. Events will include a specific area for that evenings viewings. Always weather permitting.
Let me know if you're interested in setting up a time otherwise mentioned in events.
11/12/2025
Northern Lights are out now!
09/23/2025
Venus before sunrise
08/26/2025
🌙✨ August 26: The Moon slides by Mars 🔥🪐
The 11%-illuminated Moon is getting up close with Mars (mag 1.6), and you’re totally invited to watch. 👀
📍 Closest approach: 14:26 GMT — just 2°28ʹ apart
💫 Conjunction: 16:41 GMT — still super close at 2°48ʹ
Look toward Virgo after sunset, and you’ll spot them glowing together — visible to the naked eye, but even better through binoculars. 🔭
08/14/2025
Think the night sky is boring? 🌌 Only if you’ve never truly seen it.
What may appear as an empty black canvas above your city is actually packed with stars, planets, glowing nebulae, and the shimmering ribbon of the Milky Way — all hidden by light pollution. 💡✨
🌃 Cities glow so brightly that nearly 80% of people can’t see the Milky Way anymore. That’s more than just missing out on pretty views — it’s losing a connection to nature, culture, and even our history.
But we can still fix it:
🌙 Use warm, shielded outdoor lighting
🏕️ Visit dark-sky parks and stargazing sites
📢 Spread the word about light pollution
🛑 Say no to unnecessary bright lights
Every little change helps. Because the stars don’t disappear — we just forget how to see them. Let’s bring them back, together. 🌠
08/12/2025
Explore the universe under North Dakota skies MEDORA, ND (KXNET) – This two-day celebration of the night sky offers a mix of stargazing, science, and hands-on fun for all ages. Whether you’re an experienced stargazer or just curiou…
07/15/2025
This will be most of the night. Looks like they'll align at around 3:15 and will reach the closest to each other at around 5:15.
Don’t miss this beautiful trio in the sky on July 16! 🌕🪐
The 70%-illuminated Moon will appear close to Saturn in the constellation Pisces — and if you have a telescope, you can also spot distant Neptune nearby!
Mark your calendars and look up — the celestial show will be worth it! 🌌
🔗 Learn more: https://starwalk.space/news/facts-about-saturn-explore-the-amazing-ringed-planet
07/12/2025
Space Station viewing chance tonight! Look for a bright object traversing the sky. It'll pass by around 254 miles high and cruise about 17,000 mph! Nine people are currently aboard.
07/12/2025
05/04/2025
I just love looking at the moon
05/03/2025
May is packed with events you won't want to miss. ✨
From a Full Flower Moon to once-every-15-years equinoxes on distant worlds, there's a lot you won't want to miss.
Mark your calendars and stay tuned for updates!
05/03/2025
🌌 Celebrate Astronomy Day with a sky full of stars — and a special gift! 🌌
Astronomy Day is on May 3, the Saturday closest to the First Quarter Moon — the perfect time to stargaze! 🔭🌙
Look for the Moon near Mars tonight, and use your binoculars to spot the dazzling Beehive Cluster nearby, home to over 1,000 stars. 🔴🌓🌟
And guess what? To make your stargazing even better, we’ve prepared a special gift:
🎁 Up to 50% off Sky Tonight Lifetime — your personal sky map and stargazing assistant.
👉 Learn more about Astronomy Day and claim your gift:
https://starwalk.space/news/international-astronomy-day
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