North West Jersey Amateur Astronomers

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North West Jersey Amateur Astronomers

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Observing and a Presentation! Join our mailing list for updates on future events! Sign up here ---> http://eepurl.com/c5BtHv There are no dues or fees for NWJAA.

NWJAA is a club for amateur astronomers that is based in Warren County, NJ. The club's primary focus is observing. In support of this goal, when conditions are favorable we may not have much lead time and the meeting notification will be conveyed through email or phone. Our primary meeting location is at the United Astronomy Clubs of New Jersey (UACNJ) observatory at Jenny Jump State Park in Hope, NJ. The requirements to become a member in NWJAA are simple to meet. Send your name, mailing address, email, and phone number (so we can contact you about meetings) to [email protected]. We are a supporting club of UACNJ, and as such, you are encouraged to become a UACNJ observer which will entitle you to use the Jenny Jump facilities 365 days a year and to qualify to operate the 16-inch Greenwood Observatory Telescope (click "Observer Info" on the UACNJ site for more information).

11/09/2026

https://www.jerseysbest.com/community/jersey-skies-japan-sets-its-sights-on-mars-with-mission-to-explore-its-mysterious-moons/

The Japanese space agency, JAXA, is making its second attempt to reach Mars. Japan's first interplanetary spacecraft, Nozomi, was launched in 1998 but suffered a series of malfunctions. It was not able to reach its target. JAXA is trying again to reach the red planet with MMX. Martian Moons eXplo...

11/05/2026

November 2026 Meeting tomorrow! -

11/05/2026

https://www.astronomy.com/science/mars-moon-phobos-is-destined-to-become-a-ring/

This small martian satellite, the mission target for MMX, is destined to be shredded, changing the Red Planet forever.

11/04/2026

https://www.astronomy.com/observing/understanding-celestial-coordinates/

Learn the basics of the celestial coordinate system, like right ascension and declination, for accurate stargazing.

11/03/2026

https://astrobackyard.com/7-astrophotography-tips/

If you are just getting your feet wet, and are looking to capture a photo of the night sky that includes colorful, sharp stars and maybe a galaxy or nebula - these 7 astrophotography tips will help you get there.

10/31/2026

https://mailchi.mp/606b471003e9/uacnj-eclipse-13910765?e=79ab96c1eb

We're thrilled that after many long years of planning, preparing, and persevering, the moment has finally arrived for us to break ground on our new observatory (after we get the final permits)! This project has been a labor of love, and we're proud of the progress we've made.

10/31/2026

https://www.astronomy.com/the-sky-this-week/the-sky-this-week-from-october-30-to-november-6-2026/

Our satellite passes several planets while Venus meets Spica in a close conjunction and spooky season culminates in the sky this week.

10/29/2026

https://www.astronomy.com/science/finding-lights-true-nature/

Scientists once thought luminiferous ether pervaded the cosmos. Michelson and Morley’s ingenious experiment to find it produced one of the most famous null results in astronomy.

10/28/2026

https://www.highpointscientific.com/astronomy-hub/post/dobsonian-telescope-for-beginners

A Dobsonian telescope is one of the best options for beginning backyard or sidewalk astronomers. The simple design makes it a fantastic choice for anyone...

10/28/2026

November 2026 Meeting -

Address

Blairstown, NJ

Opening Hours

8pm - 10pm

Website

http://www.nwjaa.org/

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