Results for keyword: astronomy
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Coming home to the cosmos
A wandering writer comes home to Utah after chasing meteorites around the world for years.
by Christopher Cokinos, Sep 09, 2009 -
The bare bones of life
The rocky, remote landscapes of the Southwest have long served astronomers as a metaphor for the surfaces of other planets.
by Anne Minard, Aug 03, 2009 -
Flagstaff harnesses the forces of darkness
Fifty years ago, Flagstaff, Ariz., prodded by local astronomers, realized what an asset its dark night skies were and took steps to preserve them.
by Lance Diskan, May 08, 2009 -
Don’t let stars wink out all over the West
Seth Shteir praises darkness – and denounces light pollution – after going stargazing in Great Basin National Park.
by Seth Shteir, Dec 10, 2007 -
Quest for darkness
Chad Moore and the members of the Park Service Night Sky Team keep an eye on the stars in the nation’s parks and monuments.
by Michelle Nijhuis, Dec 10, 2007 -
Stargazer aims his scopes at gas industry
Astronomer Perry Walker uses his stargazing tools and skills to work with the oil and gas industry to prevent air pollution in Wyoming
by Ray Ring, May 01, 2006 -
Starry Eyes
When it comes to perfect starry nights, the West is always the winner
by Terri Likens, May 30, 2005






