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Adventure Into The Unexplored

A Night Looking At Stars

1/6/2019

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Lately I have been spending more time looking at the stars.  I have made it more of a regular activity to go outside and try making my way through the galaxy.  This activity helps clear my head, making my thoughts more vivid and certain.  I think everyone should at least try this. 

After I made stargazing more of a regular activity in my life, I started memorizing constellations.  I wanted to know how people used to map their way with the stars.  Trying to find constellations is so much harder than I thought.  In some ways, it is like a puzzle.  Finding how to put together the "sky puzzle" can be entertaining.  Yesterday I actually found the Leo constellation, which has been toying with me for awhile now.  Finding constellations not only makes you feel great satisfaction, but also can be a valuable skill.

I hardly ever hear people discuss stargazing these days.  This activity is extremely relaxing, and it is such a great way to build an independent train of thought.  I wonder why it is not discussed much anymore.  Is stargazing relevant to people anymore?

Here are some tips:
Look at a light pollution map and go to the darkest place near you.
Bring snacks, drinks, and blankets.
Get a good playlist set up for your nighttime adventure.
Bring your hiking boots, just in case you see somewhere to explore.
Grab a notepad and pen.  You'll want it to write down ideas.
If you like drawing, do not forget your sketchbook.
Bring a compass with you.
Look up constellations and start memorizing them.
Minimize as much light you put off as possible (turn off your car).
Bring a friend, one who has an open mind and is ready to question things.

I think we should work on making stargazing a regular activity.
Taking time to stare at the stars,
realizing how small you actually are.

Kyle E. Larson

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