Light Pollution News

Jul 2023: Morse Code for the ISS


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This month, host Bill McGeeney is joined by Scott Morgan, Assistant Park Manager of the Hills Creek Park Complex - part of the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, and Daylon Burt of the Astro Escape. Learn more at LightPollutionNews.com.

Articles:

  • Survey finds increase in first-time Big Bend visitors, with most now staying outside the park
  • A day in space: Look no further than Flagstaff for your cosmos-themed day trip
  • 11 Dark Sky Airbnbs in Utah Perfect for Stargazing
  • How to Find the Best Campsite for Stargazing This Summer
  • 2 million acres, 8 forests. It's all in the Pennsylvania Wilds.
  • Northern Nights, Starry Skies
  • Light pollution and creation care
  • New Study Shows Urban Lighting Disrupts Rural Insects
  • Global disruption of coral broadcast spawning associated with artificial light at night
  • Sustainable Landscapes Sustainable Places Dark Skies Project
  • There are two places in the world you can see a moonbow and this KY state park is one
  • Bridging the gap between astronomy and the space industry
  • Villagers in Rennington call for removal of streetlights to preserve dark sky views
  • City of South Lake Tahoe begins work making lights “dark sky compliant”
  • New Zealanders to Celebrate Maori New Year in July
  • French towns introduce ‘smart’ street lights which locals can turn on
  • VIDEO: New project lights up WWU campus
  • THE LIGHT AT THE END OF THE TUNNEL DOESN’T WORK: INVESTIGATING ANU’S STREET LIGHTING



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About Light Pollution News:

Ever wonder why migrating birds crash into buildings? Or why you can't sleep at night? What about where you can still see the Milky Way?

Light Pollution News explores how our 24/7 lit world affects everything from wildlife and human health to our understanding of the stars, travel, and the future of our cities. Host Bill McGeeney brings on rotating guests to help dig into the latest research, policy activity, and real-world solutions - from how irresponsible lighting degrades our health to the best dark sky destinations for your next trip. Whether you're a birder, conservationist, astrophotographer, or just someone who misses sleeping in darkness, this is the show that connects the dots between your disappear...

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