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Where to Find an Introduction to Amateur Radio Astronomy

-- Bob | June 12, 2020

Question:

June 9, 2020
3:00 a.m.

National Radio Astronomy Observatory
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Q1: Suggestions for titles of books or magazines to learn about radio astronomy?

Q2: Suggestions for societies that amateur astronomers can/should join?

Thank you.

-- Bob

Answer:

An excellent resource for those interested in amateur radio astronomy is the Society for Amateur Radio Astronomers (SARA). The SARA web site contains a wealth of information on amateur radio astronomy, including reading material and other educational resources.

-- Jeff Mangum

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