An Aurora Author

Everywhere I go, I meet people who tell me how much my advice helped them to catch the Northern Lights. I’m not a professional and I don’t hold a Ph.D. in heliophysics, and there are undoubtedly larger personalities they could learn from. It is such a surprise that my modest advice could help so many….

Year in Review 2024

Happy New Year!!! I hope some of you got to experience the Aurora from the G4 Storms that danced across the globe (and above the clouds), bringing nature’s fireworks to this exciting New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day! The year of 2024 was so unexpected. It brought opportunities to do things and travel to…

On the Web

Welcome to my adventures in Aurora Chasing, writing and nature. Browse this list for links to the latest and greatest! Or you can find these projects and more at linktr.ee/mfkaelin.

Official Book Release Party

You’re invited to the Official Book Release Party for “Beyond the 45th Parallel,” the 2nd Edition of my guidebook.

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.

A Dedication to a Gracious Mentor

After over a decade of mentorship, I dedicate my new book to two mentors and fellow chasers. The second is Dr. Mike Shaw, the genius behind Mike Shaw Photography.

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.