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travel1 month ago•18 min saved

Chasing a Fading Glow: Plan a Northern Lights Trip Before They Disappear

After peaking in Oct 2024, the aurora borealis is fading as the solar cycle moves toward minimum; recent displays have even been seen in Florida, Mexico, and other southern urban skies. To maximize your chances before they fade, plan a high-latitude, dark-sky trip during clear, moonless nights, seek locations away from light pollution, and monitor space-weather forecasts for geomagnetic activity, staying flexible with dates and destinations.

via The Washington Post|

#aurora-borealis #dark-skies #northern-lights

science1 month ago•3 min saved

Northern Lights Hit Ten States Tonight Amid Solar Storm Watch

A NOAA geomagnetic storm watch due to a high-speed solar wind stream could bring the aurora borealis to ten U.S. states tonight through the weekend, visible between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. local time if skies are clear. Best viewing is away from city lights; monitor live forecasts, and use Night Mode/Pro Mode on iPhones (preferably main lens, RAW if possible) for photos.

via New York Post|

#aurora-borealis #dark-skies #geomagnetic-storm

space2 months ago•78 min saved

Dark skies saved: Chile plant near Paranal cancelled

A $10 billion plan to build a light-polluting green hydrogen plant near ESO’s Cerro Paranal observatory in Chile has been cancelled by AES Andes, relieving astronomers who warned the project would degrade the world-renowned dark skies and threaten facilities like the VLT and ELT. ESO calculations suggested up to a 35% increase in light pollution, which could undermine cutting-edge observations, prompting widespread concern in the astronomy community. The cancellation allows Paranal and Atacama-region telescopes to continue operating under optimal sky conditions while AES Andes shifts focus to renewable energy projects.

via Space|

#aes-andes #dark-skies #eso

space4 months ago•2 min saved

Remote Telescope Farm Restores Night Sky Visibility for Stargazers

A remote telescope farm in Texas, created by amateur astronomer Bray Falls, allows global customers to control telescopes remotely and observe the night sky despite increasing light pollution, helping to preserve the wonder of stargazing and facilitate space discoveries.

via CBS News|

#astronomy #dark-skies #light-pollution

science6 months ago•8 min saved

Catch the Summer Milky Way During the New Moon on September 21

The upcoming week offers an excellent opportunity for stargazing and viewing the summer Milky Way due to the new moon and clearer skies, although light pollution in urban areas limits visibility. The article highlights the beauty of dark skies, personal experiences of star observation, and the impact of light pollution on our ability to see the night sky.

via Space|

#astronomy #dark-skies #light-pollution

science-and-environment7 months ago•4 min saved

Dark Skies Envelop the Great Basin

Great Basin National Park in Nevada is renowned for its dark skies, making it an ideal location for astronomy and scientific research, including hosting the only research-grade observatory within a U.S. national park, which contributes to both scientific discoveries and educational efforts to preserve night sky visibility.

via NASA Earth Observatory (.gov)|

#astronomy #dark-skies #great-basin-national-park

science-and-environment7 months ago•4 min saved

Dark Skies Illuminate the Great Basin

via NASA Earth Observatory (.gov)|

#astronomy #dark-skies #great-basin-national-park

gaming7 months ago•4 min saved

Pokémon GO Updates: Dark Skies Quest, Gigantamax Battles, and 100 Player Raids

The Dark Skies event in Pokémon Go features Eternatus's debut, special Max Battles, raid schedules, and wild Pokémon spawns, with a limited-time Timed Research quest offering rewards like Zacian and Zamazenta Candy. The event includes increased raid and Power Spot activity, new backgrounds, and a Go Pass Max Finale battle pass, culminating in the Go Fest Max Finale on August 24th.

via Eurogamer|

#dark-skies #eternatus #gaming

games7 months ago•4 min saved

Pokémon GO Weekly Event Highlights: Eternatus Debut, GO Fest Finale, and Dark Skies

Pokémon GO's week from August 18-24 features the debut of Eternatus, the Dark Skies event, GO Fest Finale, and various raids including Necrozma, Zacian, and Zamazenta, along with weekly events like Spotlight Hour and Raid Hours, plus ongoing Battle League and seasonal bonuses.

via Pokémon GO Hub|

#dark-skies #eternatus #games

science8 months ago•3 min saved

Rare Black Moon to Occur in August 2025

A rare seasonal black moon will occur on August 23, 2025, disappearing from the sky and creating darker conditions ideal for stargazing, marking the last such event until 2027.

via WION|

#2025-lunar-event #black-moon #dark-skies

science8 months ago•3 min saved

Perseid Meteor Shower 2025: Best Viewing Tips Amid Moonlight

The Perseid meteor shower, one of the year's best celestial events, is visible from Oregon's dark sky locations, with peak viewing between August 9-13, despite moonlight interference. The event offers a great opportunity for stargazers to see bright meteors and fireballs, especially in areas with minimal light pollution, such as Oregon's Dark Sky Places.

via OregonLive.com|

#astronomy #dark-skies #meteor-shower

gaming8 months ago•2 min saved

Pokémon GO Announces Dark Skies Event and Max Finale Featuring Eternatus

Pokémon GO's Dark Skies event runs from August 18-23, 2025, offering trainers level 13+ a week of raids, Max Battles, increased bonuses, and encounters with Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokémon, culminating in the Max Finale featuring Legendary Pokémon Eternatus and special Raid Hours for Zacian and Zamazenta.

via Pokémon GO Hub|

#dark-skies #event #gaming

science10 months ago•2 min saved

Prime Summer for Milky Way and Meteor Shower Viewing

June is the best time to view the glowing core of the Milky Way from dark, secluded locations, offering a spectacular sight of our galaxy's central region, especially when using long-exposure photography and identifying the Summer Triangle as a guide.

via IFLScience|

#astronomy #dark-skies #galaxy-core

environment2 years ago•6 min saved

"The Elite's Monopoly on Darkness and Stars Explored in New Book"

In her new book "All Through the Night," Dani Robertson highlights the growing issue of light pollution and the diminishing accessibility of dark skies, emphasizing that the night sky should be for everyone. She criticizes the spread of light pollution and the failure to address it despite the availability of solutions like LED lighting. Robertson also addresses the fear of the dark and its impact on societal issues, while providing practical tips for being dark sky-friendly. She urges readers to fall in love with the night and take action to protect it before it's lost forever.

via Forbes|

#dark-skies #energy-efficiency #environment

astronomy2 years ago•1 min saved

Stunning Southern African Perspective Reveals Milky Way's Splendor

Photographer Curt Belser captured a stunning image of the Milky Way Galaxy rising over a quiver tree in southern Namibia. The Moon had already set, enhancing the darkness of the skies in this remote part of Africa, known for its exceptionally dark skies. Belser took multiple exposures, including a 30-minute exposure to capture star trails, and marveled at the spectacular view, appreciating how ancient civilizations built their mythologies around the night sky.

via Ars Technica|

#astronomy #dark-skies #milky-way