Imagine being under the night sky, staring up at the bright stars with family, friends, and like-minded strangers—all appreciating the view together. These gatherings, or star parties, not only create an opportunity to stargaze, but they also enhance one’s sense of community, learning, and wonder...
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Being one with nature and sleeping under the stars are main reasons to camp, but one of the significant perks of tent camping is the privilege of viewing the night sky. Amplifying that with seeing the constellations under total capacity should be on your radar,...
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Our solar system consists of the sun and all the objects bound to it by gravity. Only the sun shines with its own light. Other objects in our solar system reflect the light of our sun. Because they are so close to Earth, many appear...
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Stargazing for Kids: An Introduction to Astronomy by Jonathan Poppele is a season-by-season tour of the night sky. Stargazing for Kids provides advice that helps children experience success while stargazing―with practical tips on locating each constellation. There are also fun activities for the entire family...
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We are excited to announce our upcoming series of Backyard Science & Discovery Workbooks, and we are celebrating with a GIVEAWAY. One lucky winner will receive a copy of the Backyard Science & Discovery Workbook of his or her choice AND the Rock & Minerals Backyard...
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If you’re stuck at home, you might, like millions of others, find yourself wanting a new hobby. Stargazing is a free, rewarding way to Be Well, Be Outdoors that you can start tonight—assuming the clouds cooperate. Better yet, you don’t need a fancy telescope or...
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In celebration of the upcoming Perseids meteor shower, we are giving away five sets of Amazing Sights of the Night Sky playing cards. The deck of 54 playing cards features 52 individual images of amazing astronomical sights, plus 2 jokers. With their full-color images, a...
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Jonathan Poppele, author of Night Sky: A Field Guide to the Constellations, tells us how to locate the Pleiades and Hyades in the winter night sky. Winter is setting in here in the Northern Hemisphere. Early sunsets give us many hours of darkness before bedtime, making...
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Stargazing is among the most peaceful and inspiring outdoor activities. Jonathan Poppele, author of award-winning Night Sky: A Field Guide to the Constellations, helps us take a look at Taurus, one of the Constellations of the Zodiac. For thousands of years, people have looked skyward and seen shapes within the...
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We’re excited about this updated and improved edition of the Night Sky guide. Stargazing is among the most peaceful and inspiring outdoor activities. Night Sky: A Field Guide to the Constellations, the award-winning book by Jonathan Poppele, makes it more fun than ever! The Night Sky guide takes a...
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