Press release – DarkSky International

Cottonwood Canyon State Park becomes Oregon’s third International Dark Sky Park

Drew Reagan — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:00:00 +0000

Wasco, OR Cottonwood Canyon State Park in Oregon has been officially certified as an International Dark Sky Park by DarkSky International. This recognition makes it Oregon’s second state park to receive the certification and the sixth International Dark Sky Place. Other certified locations in Oregon include Prineville Reservoir, Oregon Caves National Monument, Oregon Outback (Lake …

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Browns Canyon National Monument recognized as stargazing destination with new Dark Sky Park certification

Drew Reagan — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000

Nathrop, CO Browns Canyon National Monument in Colorado, U.S., has been certified as an International Dark Sky Park by DarkSky International. The monument now joins the growing list of International Dark Sky Places known for undertaking dark-sky conservation and education efforts through management of all exterior lighting and promoting best practices to visitors and nearby …

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Antelope, Oregon certified as the first International Dark Sky Community in Oregon by DarkSky International

Drew Reagan — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 16:00:00 +0000

Antelope, OR Antelope, Oregon was certified as an International Dark Sky Community by DarkSky International, making Antelope the first International Dark Sky Community in Oregon, and the fifth International Dark Sky Place in Oregon, joining Oregon Caves National Monument International Dark Sky Park, Oregon Outback International Dark Sky Sanctuary, Prineville Reservoir International Dark Sky Park, …

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Thousand Hills State Park certified as an Urban Night Sky Place by DarkSky International

Drew Reagan — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 16:00:00 +0000

Jefferson City, MO Thousand Hills State Park in Kirksville, Missouri, was certified as an Urban Night Sky Place by DarkSky International. This is a culmination of efforts that began several years ago, validating the work of Thousand Hills State Park in protecting the night sky above and around the city from the effects of light …

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Bisbee, Arizona becomes an International Dark Sky Community

Drew Reagan — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Bisbee, Arizona The city of Bisbee has been certified as an International Dark Sky Community by Dark Sky International. This is a culmination of a 6-year effort by a dedicated group of volunteers who partnered with the city of Bisbee to achieve this status. “Bisbee is a unique town both historically and geographically, and the …

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Oregon Caves National Monument and Preserve named Oregon’s second International Dark Sky Park

Drew Reagan — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 20:30:00 +0000

Oregon Caves National Monument and Preserve was certified as an International Dark Sky Park by DarkSky International. This achievement reflects the culmination of a multiyear effort by Park staff to improve natural darkness, and reflects the progressive evolution of the Park’s management goals to ensure the holistic stewardship of the rich natural resources of the …

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DarkSky International launches new lighting policy templates for municipalities and territories

Drew Reagan — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 13:32:22 +0000

Tucson, AZ — DarkSky International, a global authority dedicated to restoring the nighttime environment and protecting communities from the harmful effects of light pollution, has published free templates to assist local and regional governments in adopting responsible outdoor lighting policies. Available on DarkSky’s website, these resources offer practical guidance to mitigate the negative impacts of …

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DarkSky International releases guiding principles for responsible astrotourism

Drew Reagan — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 15:46:47 +0000

Ensuring dark sky experiences benefit communities, honor local knowledge and lifeways, and prioritize the protection of the nighttime environment.

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AlUla Manara and AlGharameel Nature Reserves officially named as Saudi Arabia’s and GCC’s first-ever Dark Sky Park in boost to astronomy and astrotourism ambitions

Drew Reagan — Thu, 03 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000

AlUla, Saudi Arabia AlUla has officially been named as the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s and the GCC’s first-ever International Dark Sky Park in a major boost to the Royal Commission for AlUla’s (RCU) ambitions to develop stargazing, astro-tourism, as well as space science and discovery in northwest Arabia. DarkSky International (darksky.org), the global body committed …

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Kaikōura Dark Sky Trust achieves International Dark Sky Sanctuary status for Ka Whata Tu o Rakihouia Conservation Park and surrounding Department of Conservation lands

Drew Reagan — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 06:30:00 +0000

Kaikōura, South Island, Aotearoa New Zealand DarkSky International officially designated Kaikōura as an International Dark Sky Sanctuary today. The twenty-second location globally to earn this recognition, the third New Zealand sanctuary alongside Aotea Great Barrier Island and Stewart Island/Rakiura, and supporting New Zealand’s intention to become a dark sky nation. It’s an important achievement for …

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Paonia becomes the sixth International Dark Sky Community in Colorado

Drew Reagan — Thu, 05 Sep 2024 16:00:00 +0000

Paonia, Colorado DarkSky International has designated the Town of Paonia, Colorado, USA as the newest addition to the International Dark Sky Places (IDSP) Program. Paonia is now the 17th International Dark Sky Place and the 6th International Dark Sky Community in Colorado, joining neighboring Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Curecanti National Recreation Area, …

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Tubac receives coveted International Dark Sky Community designation

Drew Reagan — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 14:55:00 +0000

Tubac, Arizona After an extensive application and rigorous certification process, Tubac has earned the prestigious designation as Arizona’s newest International Dark Sky Community. This accolade places Tubac among an elite group of only 48 communities worldwide that have achieved this certification. Arizona, home to the certifying non-profit DarkSky International, now features six International Dark Sky …

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