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A bi-weekly short feature on astronomy, produced by members of the Black Canyon Astronomical Society.
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3w ago
On Monday, April 8, 2024, we’ll be able to see a total solar eclipse from parts of Mexico, the U. S., and Canada. Another such eclipse won’t be visible from the 48 contiguous States for 20 years ..read more
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1M ago
The Coalition, a 501c3 non-profit, is an umbrella organization dedicated to supporting Dark Sky Places ..read more
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1M ago
The Sun is a star that provides Earth with the energy that drives most of our diverse and amazing biology. But where and how do stars form ..read more
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2M ago
On clear, dark nights, we can see dozens of satellites with our eyes alone. Most satellites travel within a zone called Low Earth Orbit that ranges in altitude from 150 to 1200 miles ..read more
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2M ago
Today, we explore a curious solar phenomenon that occurred from 1645 to 1715 ..read more
Western Slope Skies
3M ago
In the vast expanse of the cosmos, there exists a mysterious force that challenges the very fabric of our understanding — dark matter. Let's embark on a journey into the cosmic unknown, exploring the enigma that comprises 85% of the universe's mass ..read more
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4M ago
Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park and the surrounding Hill Country will be offering many events over eclipse weekend ..read more
Western Slope Skies
4M ago
In December, it’s tempting to stay inside and avoid the cold night air. But the December night sky is impressive! Find a star chart or planetarium App, then go out on a clear night, at least briefly, to enjoy the spectacle ..read more
Western Slope Skies
5M ago
You may fondly remember the classic Eighties science program Cosmos, narrated by the late great astrophysicist Carl Sagan. In the episode “The Shores of the Cosmic Ocean”, he famously uttered “we’re made of star stuff”. We are the products of nucleosynthesis, a set of processes that created the chemical elements, the building blocks of all we see and are ..read more
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5M ago
2024 is almost here, and in astronomy, a lot will be happening ..read more