The Observatory Next Door

ST. GEORGE — Dave Amodt was swept into the world of astronomy when he saw a spiral galaxy with his own eyes for the first time. More than ten years (and a few telescopes) later, galaxies are still his favorite.

Amodt started his “Star Sephar Observatory” at his home in the heart of St. George. On a clear night, he can spot dual stars and nebulas right from his backyard.

Every once in a while, he lugs his 12-foot tall telescope out to the desert for some heavy-duty stargazing. Watch Amodt’s story above, and for more information on local stargazing check out one of the St. George Astronomy Group‘s meetings. They meet the second Tuesday of every month, 7 PM at the Washington Branch Library.