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dark sky camping

Top Reasons Why Dark Sky Camping Is Good for You

Did you realize that dark sky camping benefits are actually a thing? That's partly because...
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Why Sky View Tents Are the Best Tent for Scouts Earning Merit Badges

Why Sky View Tents Are the Best Tent for Scouts Earning Merit Badges

For Scouts, camping is more than a weekend adventure—it’s hands-on learning that builds confidence, outdoor...
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View of the Milky Way and stars from Stella Lake in Great Basin National Park for National Plan for Vacation Day.
Astro-Tourism

It’s National Plan for Vacation Day: Start Planning Night Sky Adventures

National Plan for Vacation Day isn’t just about blocking time off on your calendar—it’s about...
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Full Moon above a mountain and a single cactus as part of our Full Moon Camping Tips
Full Moon

2026 Full Moon Calendar For Year-Round Lunar-Friendly Camping

There’s something undeniably primal about being outdoors under a full moon.  The landscape glows silver,...
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Phoenix Stargazing

The Best Stargazing Spots Near Phoenix

Phoenix may be known for sunshine and desert heat, but in the winter and spring...
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From Concept to Cosmos: 2025 Was The Year We Redefined Stargazing Camping Forever

From Concept to Cosmos: 2025 Was The Year We Redefined Stargazing Camping Forever

As 2025 comes to a close, we find ourselves looking back at our first full...
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Colorado to the PNW: Testing our Gen2 Sky View XL on the Rainy Oregon Coast
Astronomy Tents

Colorado to the PNW: Testing our Gen2 Sky View XL on the Rainy Oregon Coast

I’ve always believed that if you’re going to make a big promise, you should chase...
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Planetariums in Colorado: A Cosmic Escape for the Holidays
Planetariums

Planetariums in Colorado: A Cosmic Escape for the Holidays

When Colorado’s winter nights turn bone-chilling, planetariums offer the perfect way to experience the wonders...
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Mather Overlook picture of night sky, stars and a snow-capped mountain in Great Basin National Park
Bortle Scale

Why Winter Is Prime Time for Stargazing Camping

Before we dive into locations, here’s why winter is often considered prime time for stargazing...
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How About Some Stars With That Slice of Pumpkin Pie?
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How About Some Stars With That Slice of Pumpkin Pie?

Thanksgiving is a time of families coming together to celebrate the early days of the...
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The Leonid Meteor Shower Is a November Spectacle for Stargazing Camping
Meteor Shower

The Leonid Meteor Shower Is a November Spectacle for Stargazing Camping

Check out the Leonids meteor shower scheduled to peak November 16-17. Here are some tips...
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view of Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles at night.

Best Stargazing Spots Near Los Angeles

For anyone living or visiting SoCal, there are a surprising number of places to view...
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