Wow! What an event! The star party of the night of 13th February 2010 has, for everyone -- surely for me -- etched memories in our personal lives. A respectable collaboration between
Professionals (Indian Institute of Astrophysics) and Amateurs, it was one of the best and biggest star parties in South India, at Vainu Bappu Observatory @ Kavalur -- the people, the equipment, the observations, and
moreover the prestigious location! Further, what

Astronomy Equipment

To become a amateur astronomer you would not need a degree from a
any university. Amateur astronomy is a hobby 
whose participants enjoy watching the night sky using following equipment .

Adapted from reports by Akarsh and Amar. Since the report was originally prepared by Akarsh and then added by me, my content has been quoted below accordingly: