Aurora Australis – melissa f. kaelin

Catch the Corona in the Mid-Latitudes

The corona is a type of Aurora that’s unmistakable, creating elaborate formations in the center of the night sky.

The Best Aurora Event of the Year

Photograph by Aurora Summit Presenter Greg Ash Numbers are racing through my mind lately. The number of states and countries represented. The number of talented presenters featured. The number of days remaining. The number of Aurora Chasers who will gather in 2024. It can only mean one thing! It’s almost time for the next Aurora…

Become an Empowered Chaser

So, you want to see the Aurora! The first thing you might ask is “Where should I go?” A new guide has the answers. Photo courtesy of Gary Syrba.

Ask How, Not Where to View Aurora

Often, people who chase the Northern Lights can become too focused on WHERE to view, not HOW to view Aurora. Little do they know, the “how” is more important.

Five Simple Steps for Tracking Solar Flares

As Aurora Chasers, we love hearing about new solar flares. But many things have to happen for a solar flare to have any visible impact on our night skies.

What Kind of Aurora Chaser Are You?

How would you describe yourself as an Aurora Chaser? If you really get into Aurora Chasing, I think it helps to determine what your goals are while you are pursuing the Northern Lights.

Launching the Solar Orbiter

“We’re going to make beautiful science.” Nothing captures the launch of the ESA Solar Orbiter better than the words of NASA’s Dr. Nicola Fox. As a NASA Social Media Ambassador, I had the honor of attending a live launch.