Winter Solstice: Living Seasonally

Winter Solstice: Living Seasonally

Dec 17, 2020 | Seasons

What a year it has been. With so many cancelled events and reduced options for social activities for most of the year, my hope is that more people took time to get outside, especially at night so they could see the stars. As crazy as the various events of 2020 have...
Episode 3: Winter Solstice Special

Episode 3: Winter Solstice Special

Dec 12, 2020 | Podcast, Seasons

In episode 3 of the Night Sky Tourst, members of the Fountain Hills Dark Sky Association in Arizona join us for a Winter Solstice special. They share ancient cultural tales of this significant seasonal observance and will take you on a journey around the world to...
Winter Solstice: the Ancient Hope of a New Year

Winter Solstice: the Ancient Hope of a New Year

Dec 21, 2019 | Seasons

“What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness?” ~John Steinbeck The Winter Solstice, or the first day of Winter, holds long-lasting importance from the most ancient times of human history. It’s both a cultural and an...