Home Observatory



The idea of building your own home observatory has become more and more popular with amateur astronomers in recent years, and there are a number of companies that offer professionally built domes and diy roll off observatories in kit form.

However,for the average amateur astronomer space and money will probably be limiting factors.

For a roll off observatory we believe the minumum usable size of the building itself should be 8X8 feet, anything smaller and you are severely limiting your options. In fact 10x8 feet would be better still, after all you will probably have more than just your scope in there.

We know that people can be extremely innovative when they want to be...

..so we would like your help.

We would love to hear your views and suggestions. What did it take to build it yourself? Share the pros and cons of what's involved and if you want include photos as well and show off your handywork!

Have A Great Story About Your Home Observatory?

If you have tips, suggestions or ideas you can share them here!

[ ? ]

Upload 1-4 Pictures or Graphics (optional)[ ? ]

 

Click here to upload more images (optional)

Author Information (optional)

To receive credit as the author, enter your information below.

(first or full name)

(e.g., City, State, Country)

Submit Your Contribution

  •  submission guidelines.


(You can preview and edit on the next page)

See What Other Visitors Have Said

Click below to see contributions from other visitors to this page...

SkyShed POD a great Observatory 
In July 2009, I (with help from some friends) set up a SkyShed POD XL5 on my land. Since then, the POD has been the perfect observatory for me. I spend …

Click here to write your own.



Return From Home Observatory To Amateur Observatory Home Page

Telescopes Home Page





Privacy Policy | Disclaimer | Sitemap | Contact | Link To Us
copyright © 2012 Telescopes-For-Amateur-Astronomers.com Google Analytics Alternative


Skyshedpods Listed Here Are Only available in the USA and Canada