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.
Tag: Aurora Borealis
Upcoming Events in 2024
With a year of public speaking in the books, I’m excited to travel farther and mentor new Aurora Chasers even more in the coming year!
Year in Review 2023
Eat. Sleep. Travel. Repeat. Then chase the Aurora at every opportunity! In our times, I feel very fortunate to live the life I have now, and to share the experience of the Aurora with so many people. It’s an honor to chase our dreams together! Filled with adventure, travel and Northern Lights, here’s a look…
Let’s Be Real: Forecasting for the Unaided Eye
Are you hoping to see the colors of the Northern Lights with your own eyes? It helps to determine your goals when you start Aurora Chasing. What is it that you are setting out to do?
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.
Passion Projects
A creative individual, I draw a lot of inspiration from nature, the night sky, the written word, and the many talented people who cross my path.
Scout Out the Best Viewing Locations
The ideal perspective for viewing Aurora is one that is uniquely yours, chosen with your own individual lifestyle and goals in mind.
2022 Year in Review
The past year brought no shortage of challenges, but it turned into an incredible part of my journey. What gives me the most joy is the sheer number of people I helped to catch the Northern Lights for the first time!
Train Your Eyes on the Sky: A Field Guide
So, you’ve chased the Northern Lights in the U.S. and come home empty-handed. You may have been looking right at the Aurora and not even realized it! This field guide will tell you how to know for sure.
Chasing the Aurora: A Blog for Newcomers
In many parts of the world, night falls and all one has to do is look up to witness the magnificence that expands out into the atmosphere and beyond the edges of our world. In other parts, it’s not so easy.
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