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Aug 5, 20164 min read
Planets Align, Perseus Rising
As the peak of the Perseid meteor shower approaches on August 11/12, five planets and the moon are becoming visible just after sunset. ...
Jul 15, 20163 min read
On the Grid, Off the Carbon
Power Switch It can seem overwhelming for an individual to lessen global carbon consumption, but you can stay on the grid while going off...
Jul 12, 20162 min read
Historic Sites Support Legacy Project
Two historic sites mounted pinhole cameras the same day Anniversary Solargraph was declared an Indiana Bicentennial Legacy Project. On...
Jun 25, 20161 min read
Big Scope Added at AstroCamp
AstroCamp has added a very big telescope to its array of equipment used by youths to observe deep space objects. The Obsession...
Jun 22, 20163 min read
Doctors Advise: Reduce Harm
Yes, sometimes it's difficult to listen to what your doctor says, but if you indeed want better health you heed professional advice and...
Jun 22, 20162 min read
Solargraph Sites for Players and Prayers
Two more sites mounted Anniversary Solargraphs on their rooftops to capture the path of the sun between the solstices. Thanks go to Bill...
Jun 21, 20163 min read
Time Starts on the Solstice
How can you record the essence of time? Start with a beer can and duct tape. Photograph the sun's path between the solstices to create a...
Jun 15, 20167 min read
Night Values
On a clear and moonless night in June, I assessed the quality of the night sky at Rum Village Park and at Elbel Park at the request of...
Jun 14, 20162 min read
Atlas of the Night
When is an image of earth a reflection of its people? The New World Atlas of Artificial Night Sky Brightness Go directly to the source:...
Jun 2, 20165 min read
Anniversary Solargraph
Capture time during the Indiana Bicentennial by tracking the sun between the solstices. To celebrate the 200th anniversary of Indiana's...