Guide
First-time stargazing checklist
Use this checklist before your first night out so the forecast turns into a simple go/no-go plan.
Quick checklist
Use before you leave
- Check tonight's forecast before leaving.
- Pick a location with legal access and a safe return route.
- Arrive before the best window so your eyes can adapt.
- Bring warm layers, water, a red flashlight, and a backup battery.
- Recheck clouds and moonlight before a long drive.