Apr 23, 2025 | Astrotourism, Uncategorized
I had the opportunity to promote the town where I live, Fountain Hills, Arizona, as a great stargazing destination on the edge of Phoenix. Check it out. You Might Also Like Episode 92: Fountain Hills, AZ In this podcast episode, I introduce you to the people and...
Apr 22, 2025 | Astrotourism
What makes astrotourism such a fast-growing travel trend right now? When more than 90 percent of Americans can no longer see the Milky Way from where they live, they start wondering what a pristine night sky looks like. Stargazing experiences open a world of awe,...
Feb 17, 2025 | Astrotourism, Stargazing
Image: Rocky Mountain Star Stare The first time I heard about a Star Party, it sparked my curiosity. I didn’t know what a Star Party was, but it sounded wonderful. I quickly discovered the magic. Star Parties are more than just astronomical events. They are...
Feb 3, 2025 | Astrotourism
Image credit: Kitt Peak National Observatory The first time I saw Jupiter through a professional telescope at Lowell Observatory, I couldn’t pull myself away from the eyepiece. What I saw was more than a bright dot floating in the darkness. I saw a living world,...
May 17, 2024 | 89 Road Trip, Astrotourism
There is so much to love about summer, and warmer nights for stargazing are up there with swimming, camping, and road trips for me. It’s also Milky Way season when we can look directly toward our galactic core. Most people can’t see the Milky Way from where they live,...
Jul 19, 2022 | Astrotourism
Phoenix might not be a place that pops into your head when you’re thinking about night sky experiences. But it should. It’s true that you shouldn’t expect to see a star-filled night sky in Phoenix. The vast number of lights and careless lighting...
