The 2025 Moon Guide: Seasons, Stories and Celebrations

The 2025 Moon Guide: Seasons, Stories and Celebrations

Stargazing gets a lot of attention, while the moon often takes a backseat. And when the Full Moon comes out, stargazers talk about how the moon is ruining their ability to see the stars. But moon viewing is an incredible experience in its own right.    The...
iPhone Astrophotography Tips

iPhone Astrophotography Tips

We’ve all had the disappointing experience of pulling out our iPhone to take a picture of a gorgeous Full Moon, only for it to look like an oversaturated blob in the sky. We try again the next time we see a beautiful night sky, and it never improves.   iPhone...
4 Ways the Night Sky Changed Me

4 Ways the Night Sky Changed Me

When I set out to learn the constellations in my early 40s, I had no idea that it would take me on a journey that would change my whole world. What began as a quest to teach my kids how to identify more than the moon and Big Dipper ended up luring me into a deep and...
Curate Your Stargazing Kit

Curate Your Stargazing Kit

When you have a packed and ready stargazing kit, you’re more likely to take advantage of spontaneous urges to spend time under the stars. I love having mine prepared so I can throw it in the car for overnight trips out of town, a nighttime walk around the...
Explore Your Nocturnal Bioregion

Explore Your Nocturnal Bioregion

Tell me about your bioregion. What is that, you ask? According to OneEarth.org, it’s “any geographical area defined not by political boundaries but by ecological systems.” If you’ve lived in the same place for a long time or you spend a lot of time outdoors, you might...
The Magic of a Full Moon Hike

The Magic of a Full Moon Hike

It’s a shame that we so easily take the moon for granted, but when we take the time to notice it, it offers us a little dose of magic. We’ve all seen the moon hundreds of times, but it still has the ability to inspire awe, evoke a sense of serenity, and sometimes make...