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science5 months ago

Perseid Meteor Shower 2025: How, When, and Where to Watch the Spectacle

The Perseid meteor shower, visible until August 23 and peaking on August 12-13, offers a spectacular view of bright meteors, especially in dark rural areas. Despite moonlight and weather challenges, Ohio residents can maximize their viewing by visiting designated dark sky parks like Geauga Observatory Park and Fry Family Park, and watching after midnight or before dawn. Clear skies and minimal light pollution are key for the best experience.

via Akron Beacon Journal|
#dark-sky-parks#meteors#ohio
travel1 year ago

"Best Spots and Times to Watch the Perseid Meteor Shower"

The Perseid meteor shower peaks on August 11-12, 2024, offering a spectacular stargazing experience. To see the meteors clearly, travel to dark sky parks away from urban light pollution. The article lists 14 top parks across the U.S. for optimal viewing, including Cherry Springs State Park in Pennsylvania, Acadia National Park in Maine, and Joshua Tree National Park in California. Plan ahead for camping and lodging to ensure a spot.

via Forbes|
#camping#dark-sky-parks#light-pollution
astronomy1 year ago

"Upcoming Solar Events: Venus Eclipse and Great North American Eclipse"

This week's celestial highlights include a waning crescent moon approaching the sun, with a chance to observe it near Venus and a trio of planets before it totally eclipses the sun on April 8. Stargazers can also look forward to dark, moonless skies for eclipse-chasing vacations and tips for observing the upcoming total solar eclipse, including the recommendation to visit dark sky parks and use binoculars for a close-up view of the sun's corona during totality.

via Forbes|
#astronomy#dark-sky-parks#moon-phases
travel2 years ago

Top Northern Lights Viewing Spots in the US, UK, and Norway This Winter

While popular destinations like Norway, Finland, Iceland, and Northern Canada offer incredible opportunities to see the Northern Lights, there are also several places in the United States where you can witness this phenomenon. Fairbanks, Alaska is considered the top spot, with options for basecamps and hot springs. Other recommended locations include Arcadia National Park in Maine, Mount Washington in New Hampshire, Headlands International Dark Sky Park in Michigan, the Apostle Islands in Wisconsin, Malletts Bay in Vermont, Glacier National Park in Montana, and Voyageurs National Park in Minnesota. Remember to check the dark sky forecast, weather forecast, and Aurora forecast for the best chance of viewing the Northern Lights.

via Travel Off Path|
#aurora-borealis#dark-sky-parks#northern-lights
astronomy2 years ago

"Your Guide to Witnessing the Spectacular Perseid Meteor Shower in 2023"

The annual Perseid meteor shower has begun and will continue to intensify over the next few weeks, with the peak occurring on the night of August 12 into the early hours of August 13. Known for producing 50 to 100 meteors per hour, the Perseids are a beloved stargazing event in the Northern Hemisphere. This year's peak will coincide with a new moon, providing optimal viewing conditions. The best time to view the meteor shower is during the pre-dawn hours, away from bright urban environments, and it is recommended to be patient and allow your eyes to adjust to the darkness.

via MLive.com|
#astronomy#dark-sky-parks#northern-hemisphere
astronomy2 years ago

"Upcoming Solar Eclipses in North America: Where and When to See Them"

The first annular solar eclipse visible in the US since 2012 will occur on October 14, 2023, and will be visible in parts of the Americas, including over a dozen US national parks, national monuments, and other beautiful spots. Some of the best places to view the eclipse will be in the scenic US Southwest, including Oregon's Crater Lake, Utah's Bryce Canyon, and Arizona's Monument Valley. Many of the best viewing locations are also International Dark Sky Parks, but visitors should be aware that mid-October is shoulder season when many national parks empty out and campsites close.

via Space.com|
#astronomy#dark-sky-parks#national-parks