Adirondack Sky Center & Observatory Trip: 2/10/26
February 10, 2026 05:45 PM to 09:30 PM
Meet at Venture Outdoors
https://potsdam.campuslabs.com/engage/event/12074179
Come on a FREE trip to the Adirondack Sky Center! Meet outside Venture Outdoors at 5:45pm, returning by 9:30pm. RSVP by 2/9 here – space is limited!
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Adirondack Sky Center & Observatory: Tupper Lake Dark Sky Initiative
Welcome to the Adirondack Sky Center & Observatory (ASC), your gateway to the cosmos in the heart of the Adirondack Park! We're excited to share our mission to preserve the stunning nighttime environment of Tupper Lake and its surrounding region through the Tupper Lake Dark Sky Initiative.
Preserving Our Celestial Heritage: The Dark Sky Initiative
The Adirondack Park is home to some of the darkest, most pristine skies remaining in the Eastern United States. Our initiative seeks to formalize and protect this invaluable natural resource by pursuing recognition as an International Dark Sky Community from Dark Skies International (DSI) (formerly the International Dark-Sky Association).
Why is this important?
- For Astronomy: Dark skies are essential for the ASC's educational programs and scientific research. Light pollution washes out faint stars, galaxies, and nebulae, obscuring the universe.
- For Wildlife: Nocturnal wildlife, including migratory birds, insects, and bats, rely on natural light cycles for navigation, foraging, and reproduction. Excessive artificial light disrupts these critical behaviors.
- For Our Community: Preserving dark skies improves quality of life, conserves energy, and offers residents and visitors an inspiring connection to nature and the cosmos. It also strengthens our community's identity as a premier destination for astrotourism.