Astronomy is not all about observing or taking pictures of the skies. It's about getting out in the bush, socializing and having fun. So joining a club, any club is always a good idea to start with. I always learnt something new everytime I met new people and I enjoy everytime I go for a new moon night chatting with people and having a good time. I'm with the ASNSW originaly. Lovely bunch of people, very talented and very active imaging group. I also recently joind the MAS and I had an absolute ball at their dark site skies. Everybody was very welcoming and that's the best night I had this year
