Míreanna Nuachta
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Mayo Dark Sky Park joins “Half the Park is after Dark” series by Tyler Nordgren
Read More: Mayo Dark Sky Park joins “Half the Park is after Dark” series by Tyler NordgrenAt the 2020 virtual Mayo Dark Sky Festival we were thrilled to launch this beautiful artwork by Artist and Astronomer Dr. Tyler Nordgren. Wild Nephin National Park becomes Mayo Dark Sky Park at night and so “Half the Park is After Dark” (trade marked by Tyler Nordgren); is a key message for our park.
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Newport Lighting Master Plan Launched
Read More: Newport Lighting Master Plan LaunchedThe Friends of Mayo Dark Skies has released their plan for Newport to become Ireland’s first Dark Sky Friendly town with guidelines, recommendations and lighting designs provided by the team of Lighting Design Workshop (Roberto Corradini and Marco Palandella). The lighting plan was kindly funded by the Heritage Council and presents a vision for best
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Dark Sky Friendly Lighting Infographic & Stargazing Maps
Read More: Dark Sky Friendly Lighting Infographic & Stargazing MapsWe have prepared a one page infographic to help explain the message of getting lighting right, whilst keeping our skies dark. We hope you will find it useful and on page 2 you will find some seasonal stargazing maps to help you enjoy our night skies over head. Dark sky friendly is a win-win; we
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New International Committee Appointed for the International Dark Sky Association (IDA)
Read More: New International Committee Appointed for the International Dark Sky Association (IDA)In marking the worldwide celebration of International Dark Sky Week, the IDA is pleased to announce the formation of a new committee representing the views of dark sky advocates around the globe; The International Committee. As a global organisation, the IDA’s goal to protect and conserve the night sky extends around the world. With the
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International Dark Sky Week 2021
Read More: International Dark Sky Week 2021A virtual road show of Mayo! Check our our events, happening daily from Monday 4th April until Monday 12th April. All events are FREE but registration required: Full schedule of Events 4th to 12th April: click here for full schedule