Solar eclipses can only be seen in certain locations and require safe eyewear. Lunar eclipses are visible at night, except the dimming of the Moon’s light is barely noticeable during a penumbral eclipse. In 2023, there will be four eclipses: two solar and two lunar. View dates with Naturalist’s Guide.
Leap years keep our calendar and seasons in sync with the Earth’s orbit around the Sun The Earth takes about 365.25 days to complete a full orbit around the Sun. If we kept it at exactly 365 days every year, our seasons would slowly drift off course because of the extra 6 hours it takes …
In the Northern Hemisphere, the first day of Spring is an astronomical event in which the Sun shines directly on the equator causing nearly equal lengths of day and night. The first day of Spring is technically called the Vernal Equinox or Spring Equinox. Spring brings warmer weather, blooming plants, and longer days. The vernal …
Are you a lover of the night sky? Do you find yourself constantly looking up at the stars in wonder and awe? Stargazing is like a magical portal to the universe, where you can escape everyday life and embark on a cosmic journey from anywhere. Not only is stargazing a peaceful and relaxing activity, but it …
Solar eclipses can only be seen in certain locations and require safe eyewear. Lunar eclipses are visible at night, except the dimming of the Moon’s light is barely noticeable during a penumbral eclipse. In 2023, there will be four eclipses: two solar and two lunar. View dates with Naturalist’s Guide.