Beyond the 45th Parallel

Beyond the 45th Parallel: The Beginner’s Guide to Chasing Aurora in the Mid-Latitudes

Now Available for Pre-Order!

Get in on the release of the expanded and refined Beginner’s Guide! I’m excited to announce the launch of the 2nd Edition of my bestselling book, “Beyond the 45th Parallel: The Beginner’s Guide to Chasing Aurora in the Mid-Latitudes.”

Heartfelt thanks to the Cover Photographer Shannon Kivi of 906 Images, and Photographer Michele Aucello for partnering with me to publish these photographs below and above the 45th Parallel!

With seven new chapters, refined content and new tools for Aurora forecasting, the book is available for pre-order, with a release date of July 5, 2024!

Wholesale Orders Coming Soon!

Now with faster shipping and customer service!

“Beyond the 45th Parallel,” the 2nd Edition in the 45th Parallel Series of guidebooks for chasing the Northern Lights, will be readily available for wholesale orders.

Upon release on July 5, 2024, the book will be available in an online store through the publisher BookBaby.com, where booksellers can order books by the box at a wholesale rate. This edition features a higher print quality, new content that’s right for the times, featured photographers on the front and back cover, and faster shipping times.

Below the 45th Parallel

The Beginner’s Guide to Chasing the Aurora in the Great Lakes Region

New book! “Below the 45th Parallel: The Beginner’s Guide to Chasing the Aurora in the Great Lakes Region” will help you realize your dream of viewing the Northern Lights. Released in December, the guidebook is designed for those who are new to the adventure, with advice to help you beat the dozens of obstacles Aurora Chasers face.

This book will give you the tools you need to finally catch an Aurora display near your home, with advice from the Founder of the Michigan Aurora Chasers. With a deeply felt passion for the Aurora, Melissa F. Kaelin has helped hundreds of people see the Northern Lights for the first time.

The Digital Resource Guide

The guidebook includes access to the Digital Resource Guide, a companion piece to “Below the 45th Parallel.” View the guide for a variety of tips, tools and insights on the Northern Lights, including recommended apps, websites and explainers.

Upcoming Events for Aurora Chasers

As we move through solar maximum, an extraordinary time for chasing the Aurora Borealis, there will be many opportunities to get involved and meet other Aurora Chasers. Take a look at some of the events coming up and join in. All are welcome!

• 2nd Annual Upper Peninsula Dark Sky Festival, Copper Harbor, Michigan, April 11-13, 2024
• 7th Annual Aurora Summit: Celebrating the Art, Culture, Science and Photography of the Aurora, Red Cliff, Wisconsin, October 18-20, 2024

You can also follow the Facebook page or hashtag for the book #Belowthe45thParallel.

Find out what it takes to catch the Northern Lights

Many conditions need to align to create the Northern Lights, not to mention local weather conditions and other wild cards like moon phases and city lights! Find out what it takes to catch the Aurora, while learning to understand and adjust for the many variables that come with each display.

This book will help you:

• Understand the 45th Parallel, why it’s significant, and how you can use it to your advantage.
• Find out what Kp is, why Kp matters — and when it doesn’t.
• Get proven advice on how to view colorful Aurora with the unaided eye at lower latitudes.
• Too many failed attempts? Learn what to do and what not to do.
• Use a checklist of all the things devoted Aurora Chasers do to get the shot in any conditions.

From the field guide you can carry with you to the resources for Aurora Forecasting, we’ve got you covered! This book is a must-have for any beginner in the lower 48 states or similar latitudes.

Now available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.com!

Run a search for the book or buy it using this direct link: https://www.amazon.com/Below-45th-Parallel-Beginners-Chasing/dp/B0BPW615L9

Support Dark Sky Parks and Small Businesses in Michigan

A sincere thank you to the International Dark Sky Parks, galleries and stores in Michigan that have stocked my book on their shelves! I’m proud to share that my guidebook is now available for purchase at locations in both Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and Lower Peninsula.

Find my book at:

• Headlands International Dark Sky Park (Copper Harbor, Michigan)
• Keweenaw International Dark Sky Park (Mackinaw City, Michigan)
• Grandpa Shorter’s Gifts (Petoskey, Michigan)
• Anchored Designs Boutique (Onekama, Michigan)
• Painted Frog Art Studio (Pentwater, Michigan)
• North Wind Books, Finlandia University (Hancock, Michigan)
• Peninsulas (Cross Village and Berkley, Michigan)

Bonus Content: The Missing Page

Due to a printing and formatting error, the bonus section on photography tips was cut off in the original edition of the book. Please feel free to download or view the rest of the bonus content here. My apologies for the inconvenience.