DarkSky Colorado – Make Your Home DarkSky Friendly
DarkSky Colorado aims to restore our nighttime environment by reducing light pollution
I woke up the other morning to experience an early morning US Ski Team training at Copper Mountain. I left my home far before the sun rose and as I exited the house I was stopped in my tracks by the awe-inspiring view of the stars overhead.
If you have not experienced our night skies viewing the star-laden canopy above us without the interruption of light pollution is an experience beyond belief.
Since April, many people in Colorado witnessed the Aurora Borealis showing off an incredible array of colors at the height of night. It has been spectacular except for one night when a neighbors glaring outdoor light interrupted the scene. The same has happened during meteor showers and other celestial events.
A new movement has been taking place, DarkSky International, a worldwide movement to restore the nighttime environment and protect communities from the harmful effects of light pollution through outreach, advocacy, and conservation.
Colorado has its own branch, DarkSky Colorado and our state has many DarkSky-certified regions to enjoy the night sky.
When planning your home, renovating, or replacing an exterior light fixture you can now help restore our night skies to their glory and let the Milky Way shine a whole lot brighter (and also help birds while migrating).
How to Start:
1. Reduce the amount of light outside your home or place of business. Turn off all non-essential nighttime lights.
2. Shield outdoor lights to prevent light from being emitted upwards. Place lights to illuminate the floor or ground and use lighting shields to prevent shining into the sky.
3. Change the color of your lights from cool to warm.
4. Advocate for dark sky and bird-friendly lighting in your town.
5. Visit: www.darksky.org
Products for Your Home Exterior
Sea Turtle and Wildlife Certified Orange A-19 LED Lamp –
Artificial light is a threat to wildlife. Light at night disrupts natural behavior and can cause injury or death to the animal population. Consider this wildlife-friendly light bulb to keep your outdoor spaces safe for both humans and wildlife.
Henry Small Dark Sky Friendly Outdoor Sconce –
A beautiful way to keep your lights pointing down on your decks and entryways.
Beacon Hall Outdoor Post Light –
Keep light pointing down on pathways and driveway entries.
Dark Skies are an unparalleled, immersive natural resource that can be experienced by all. It will add to the quality of your life and surrounding wildlife, the ambiance of your home, and increase its value too.
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