Outdoor Stargazing

Telescope with Tripod or Binoculars
Some telescopes have a Smartphone app that can analyze star patterns and positions real time.

Stargazing Guides

Online Sky Mapping or Star Chart

Astronomy App or Star Chart App
Point your phone’s camera toward the sky and use the app to help you find stars,  and more.

Portable Outdoor Lighting
Find a good spot to setup using a headlamp, outdoor lanterns, or camping pole lights.

Camp Chair

Camping Cot

Camping Blanket

Tent

Sleeping Bag (optional)

Bug Repellent
Spray, Electronic Bug Repellent Device, and / or Citronella (be very careful with these, don’t want to tip over and start a flame)

Snacks
Trail Mix, Popcorn, Crackers, Dried Fruit, Granola, Granola Bars, Apple Chips, Nuts, Seeds, Energy Bars, Protein Bars, Pretzels, Cookies, Chips, and S’Mores of course.

Happy sky watching!