Saturday is the beginning of winter, which is the shortest day of the year. Utah offers 31 dark sky locations for stargazing ...

Browns Canyon National Monument, a 21,586-acre protected natural area in central Colorado, achieved International Dark Sky ...

A fiery burst of light shot across the dark night sky Saturday night, leaving many residents in Louisiana and across the Mississippi Coast wondering if it was an astronomical phenomenon.

Fortunately, there are solutions that save money and preserve the dark night sky. The most important step is to shield outdoor lighting so it is cast downward. Other measures include putting ...

Jamie Carter is an award-winning reporter who covers the night sky. All celestial objects look better when viewed in a dark sky. For comet A3 — also called C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS ...

"We are determined to create an outstanding facility that will enthuse and inspire people for generations to come in the wonders to behold in a truly dark night sky." The SDSO said it had been a ...

"As an International Dark Sky Park, its special night sky viewing opportunities are now recognized," a news release Monday said. Private 14er in Colorado opens hiking reservations Browns Canyon ...

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To catch the best show, you'll want to get to a dark sky. Some of the darkest skies are areas that limit night lights. These are often officially zoned "dark sky parks", which have clear views of ...