Small rural communities looking to build tourism can reach for the stars, with the help of University of Alberta research.

A blocking of dark sky preserve designations to any state lands in the U.P. was added to a 2012 bill intended to expand such ...

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So have dark-sky preserves, where light pollution is restricted; dark sky certification, which echoes programs such as the UNESCO World Heritage Sites; and dark skies as a marketing attraction.

The International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) is working to preserve the night sky for its cultural and scientific value. If you're dreaming of a crystal-clear view of the stars, far from the glow ...

But look at a map of Michigan’s state-designated “dark sky preserves” and all six appear in the Lower Peninsula’s mitten. In fact, state law says the protected public areas “shall not be ...

Handzel is San Diego County chapter vice president of the International Dark Sky Association and lives in San Diego. It’s just light, right? Unfortunately, we’re learning that artificial light ...

The Nevada Division of Outdoor Recreation and Travel Nevada unveiled the Nevada Dark Skies Toolkit this week, providing ...

On Sept. 19, the Dranesville District Office of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors and the Great Falls Citizens Association co-sponsored the Second Dark Sky Preserve Town Hall Meeting in a ...

Where is Oregon's second and newest dark sky park? In November, Oregon Caves National Monument and Preserve was named Oregon’s second international dark sky park. Located in southwestern Oregon ...

In the middle of the dark ... to preserve the darkness — and so are many of his business-owning neighbors who have begun promoting astrotourism. Cook County hosts an annual dark sky festival ...