EPISODE · Dec 13, 2025 · 15 MIN
Michael Hodge Joins Brad Halfacre To Discuss Picket CCC Memorial State Park & Dark Sky Parks
from Local Matters · host George Halford, Jeremy Wendt, Tiffany Anton, Jen Mabry & Emily Lee, Ben Rodgers
Brad Halfacre sits down with Michael Hodge from Pickett CCC Memorial State Park to explore what makes it one of Tennessee’s treasured International Dark Sky Parks. Michael explains why winter skies are clearer, which constellations shine brightest this time of year, and dives into the science behind what we see overhead. He also previews the December 14th meteor shower and shares the best places in the park to catch the show. It’s a stellar listen for anyone who loves astronomy, nature, or simply looking up. Listen To The UC Outdoors Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1
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Brad Halfacre sits down with Michael Hodge from Pickett CCC Memorial State Park to explore what makes it one of Tennessee’s treasured International Dark Sky Parks. Michael explains why winter skies are clearer, which constellations shine brightest this time of year, and dives into the science behind what we see overhead. He also previews the December 14th meteor shower and shares the best places in the park to catch the show. It’s a stellar listen for anyone who loves astronomy, nature, or simply looking up. Listen To The UC Outdoors Podcast Today!
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