I originally started this site to support the parents and students at a couple of schools where I was placing scopes (inspired by the NHAS Library Telescope Program and supported by STEM Grants from Bentley Systems.
One of the challenges of getting a telescope is knowing where to point it. I got my first scope when I was eight years old. It wasn't until the GoTo revolution that I was able to target anything other than the Moon, Jupiter, Saturn, and the Orion Nebula.
I've participated in Astronomy Outreach events and have helped friends get telescopes. I'd like to help them "get wondrous" lest their enthusiasm wane.
I'm a long-time intermediate observer, and like other things in my life: I might not know much, but I'm eager to share it.
Enjoy!
-jeff martin