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Aurora Guide, Featured

11 Things You Need to Know to See the Northern Lights in Winter 2023-2024

Seeing the aurora is on your bucket list, right? Heck – it's one of the most popular bucket list activities in the world! Watching the northern lights dance across an…

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December 8, 2022
Featured, Stargazing Guide

How to See the 2023 Geminids Meteor Shower

It’s fast approaching: the meteor shower of the year, when you can see shooting stars streak across the night sky burning up as they enter earth’s atmosphere. That’s right: it’s…

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November 30, 2023
Aurora Guide, Featured

The 25 Best Places to See the Northern Lights in Winter 2023-2024

It's on every astrotourist's bucket list - and it's one of the most popular bucket list activities for non-space geeks too: see the northern lights. But where should you go if…

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December 1, 2022
Night Sky Guide, Featured

13 Must-See Astronomy Events in the December Night Sky (2023)

While December is a month of extremes – cold and dark in the northern hemisphere and opposite in the southern – it's also one of the best months of the year…

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November 20, 2023
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  • November Night Sky Hero
    Night Sky Guide

    11 Must-See Astronomy Events in the November Night Sky (2023)

    October 20, 2023 / 4 Comments

    With November, we take steps closer to the solstice. In the northern hemisphere, winter approaches in earnest; in the southern, the sun is welcomed back and temperatures continue to rise. The November night sky this month is also a time of astronomical activity, with active meteor showers, planetary close approaches, and even a few extra astronomical events we don't get every month...

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    May Night Sky Hero - Zodiacal Light - Willi Winzig via Flickr

    5 Must-See Astronomy Events in the May Night Sky (2023)

    April 20, 2023

    8 Must-See Astronomy Events in the September Night Sky (2023)

    August 20, 2023

    10 Must-See Astronomy Events in the March Night Sky (2023)

    February 20, 2023
  • Stargazing in Vermont Hero
    State Stargazing Guide

    11 Superb Spots for Stargazing in Vermont

    October 16, 2023 / No Comments

    Vermont, with its rolling hills, picturesque landscapes, and the kaleidoscope of colors during fall, is a place of pure, untainted beauty. But as day transitions into night, the Green Mountain State reveals another awe-inspiring facet – a sky dotted with countless stars, planets, and other cosmic wonders...

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    Stargazing in Kentucky Hero

    11 Knockout Spots for Stargazing in Kentucky

    May 15, 2023
    Stargazing in West Virginia Hero

    10 Wonderful Spots for Stargazing in West Virginia

    January 18, 2023
    Stargazing in Texas - Terry Presley via Flickr 3

    22 Stunning Spots for Stargazing in Texas

    January 12, 2023
  • Stargazing in Maryland Hero
    State Stargazing Guide

    9 Marvelous Spots for Stargazing in Maryland

    October 14, 2023 / 16 Comments

    Maryland is known for may things, including – but certainly not limited to – blue crabs, baseball, and Old Bay seasoning. (I can still imagine the smell in my mind!) But what about stargazing in Maryland? Most people are surprised to learn that I was actually born in Maryland and spent the first few years of my life there...

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    Stargazing in Ohio - Aaron Shirk via Flickr

    9 Outstanding Spots for Stargazing in Ohio

    September 4, 2023
    Stargazing in New Jersey Hero

    13 Nice Spots for Stargazing in New Jersey

    February 14, 2023
    Stargazing in Alberta Hero

    15 Awesome Spots for Stargazing in Alberta, Canada

    September 9, 2023
  • Stargazing in Eugene Hero
    City Stargazing Guide

    The 8 Best Spots for Stargazing in Eugene, Oregon

    October 12, 2023 / No Comments

    Nestled in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, Eugene, Oregon, is a delightful base for adventures in the Pacific Northwest. While its lush landscapes, vibrant arts scene, and eclectic vibes often steal the limelight, there's a nightly spectacle that promises an equally mesmerizing experience...

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    Stargazing in Atlanta Featured

    The 19 Best Places to Go Stargazing in Atlanta

    December 1, 2021
    Stargazing in Las Vegas Featured

    The 15 Best Places to Go Stargazing in Las Vegas

    March 21, 2022
    Stargazing in Portland Featured

    The 11 Best Places to Go Stargazing in Portland

    January 14, 2022
  • See the Northern Lights in Sweden
    Aurora Guide

    The 7 Best Places to See the Northern Lights in Sweden This Winter

    October 9, 2023 / 7 Comments

    Beautiful countryside, delicious fika and coffee breaks, and the chance to see the world's best aurora from an ice hotel... Who's in? Canada, Norway, and Iceland may get all the limelight, but Sweden is a great destination for seeing the northern lights – and it's much less crowded during the aurora season since people flock to other countries...

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    Southern Lights in South America Featured

    The 4 Best Places to See the Southern Lights in Patagonia This Winter

    June 26, 2023
    Aurora Over Lake Hawea, New Zealand - Paul Stewart via Flickr 2

    The 8 Best Places to See the Southern Lights in New Zealand This Winter

    June 5, 2023
    Northern Lights in the USA - Mike Lewinski via Flickr

    The 12 Best Places to See the Northern Lights in the USA This Winter

    July 27, 2023
  • Stargazing in New York Hero - Llima Orosa via Flickr
    State Stargazing Guide

    20 Incredible Spots for Stargazing in New York State

    October 7, 2023 / 2 Comments

    The Empire State is known for many things, great sports teams, autumn leaf-peeping, and the biggest city in the country among them. And while I've already covered that stargazing in New York City is challenging (at best!), there's a lot more to New York than the Big Apple...

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    Stargazing in Utah Hero

    23 Unbelievable Spots for Stargazing in Utah

    August 5, 2023
    Stargazing in West Virginia Hero

    10 Wonderful Spots for Stargazing in West Virginia

    January 18, 2023
    Stargazing in Rhode Island Hero

    9 Remarkable Spots for Stargazing in Rhode Island

    November 13, 2023
  • Orionids Meteor Shower Hero
    Stargazing Guide

    How to See the 2023 Orionids Meteor Shower

    October 5, 2023 / No Comments

    Orion is one of the most recognizable constellations in the sky, thanks to its bright stars and clear shape. This northern constellation is most visible in the winter months, and goes by the nickname "The Hunter" as the stars' shape appears to point at the neighboring bull, Taurus. Additionally, Orion is home to one of the few nebulae that can be seen with the unaided eye: the Orion Nebula, or Messier 42...

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    Messier Marathon Hero - Horizon-Productions-SFL-via-Flickr

    How to Run the Messier Marathon (Updated for 2023)

    February 23, 2023
    Capitol Reef Stargazing Hero - Phil Sisto

    How to Plan a Capitol Reef Stargazing Trip in 2023

    January 6, 2023
    Urban Stargazing - GlacierNPS via Flickr

    Urban Stargazing: How to Stargaze in the City

    February 7, 2019
  • Stargazing in Oklahoma Hero
    State Stargazing Guide

    13 Outstanding Spots for Stargazing in Oklahoma

    October 2, 2023 / No Comments

    Oklahoma, where the wind comes sweeping down the plain and a tapestry of history, culture, and natural beauty beckons travelers from near and far. Beyond its famous musical roots and the tales of the old frontier, the Sooner State offers a skyward spectacle that's truly a sight to behold...

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    Stargazing in Arizona Hero

    18 Awe-Inspiring Spots for Stargazing in Arizona

    January 25, 2023
    Stargazing in Florida Hero - Matt Deavenport via Flickr

    14 Fantastic Spots for Stargazing in Florida

    July 10, 2023
    Stargazing in Illinois Hero

    12 Incredible Spots for Stargazing in Illinois

    July 24, 2023
  • Stargazing in Wisconsin
    State Stargazing Guide

    13 Wonderful Places for Stargazing in Wisconsin

    September 30, 2023 / No Comments

    Even with large cities like Milwaukee and Madison, the state of Wisconsin still has a small-town appeal that makes it popular for people wanting to relax and enjoy nature. The state is also notable for its many stargazing locations and attracts many astronomy enthusiasts every year...

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    Stargazing in Utah Hero

    23 Unbelievable Spots for Stargazing in Utah

    August 5, 2023
    Stargazing in Maryland Hero

    9 Marvelous Spots for Stargazing in Maryland

    October 14, 2023
    Stargazing in Alabama Hero

    12 Awesome Spots for Stargazing in Alabama

    April 14, 2023
  • 2019 Lunar Eclipse - Valerie Stimac
    Eclipse Guide

    How to See the Next Lunar Eclipse: October 28-29, 2023

    September 29, 2023 / No Comments

    As interest in astrotourism grows, eclipse chasing has become an increasingly popular activity. Whether you travel to see an eclipse or are lucky enough to enjoy them as they pass over your home, there's no denying that eclipses are powerful and humbling to experience. But when is the next lunar eclipse occurring?...

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    Types of Eclipses Hero

    What to Know about the 6 Types of Eclipses

    February 22, 2021
    States in the Path of the 2023 Solar Eclipse Hero

    Which U.S. States are in the Path of the 2023 Solar Eclipse?

    February 27, 2023
    Big U.S. Cities in the Path of the 2023 Solar Eclipse Hero

    5 Big U.S. Cities in the Path of the 2023 Solar Eclipse

    May 1, 2023
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