Stargazing in Great Basin National Park

Great Basin National Park has pristine dark night skies. In this episode, I have the pleasure of hosting Charles Reed, the Astronomy Program Lead Ranger at Great Basin National Park on the topic of stargazing in Great Basin National Park. He also talks about the magical Great Basin Star Train. Time Stamps :01:24 : How and when did the Great Basin National Park begin its journey of protecting its dark skies ?02:30 : Have there been any measures implemented in the Great Basin National Park to reduce or limit light pollution ?03:40 : What is the quality of night sky in Great Basin National Park ?04:44 : Could you please talk to us about the Great Basin Star Train ?06:00 : Could you please talk to us about astronomy programs in Great Basin National Park ?07:02 : Are there any astronomical observatories in Northern Nevada ?08:39 : Are there any opportunities for nightscape astrophotography in Great Basin National Park ?10:11 : Are there any astronomy clubs in the region ?11:04 : Are there any opportunities for visitors to do nocturnal nature trails in Great Basin National Park ? Useful Links and Resources :Great Basin Star TrainStargazing on Your OwnAstronomy ProgramsSt. George Astronomy Group If you liked this episode, please consider buying me a coffee.