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July 2024 saw a landmark victory in the cause for Night Skies in Texas: Shield Ranch Barton Creek was officially recognized as the first Urban

Native ecosystems rely on a delicate balance between the plants, animals, and the terrain they live in. Much of this equilibrium happens thanks to the

Stargazing is more than simply staring into the night sky; it is a profound odyssey that transcends the boundaries of our fleeting, everyday experiences. Every

Some of nature’s most enticing views are reserved for the night. Darkness may keep us from contemplating wide landscapes or deep valleys – but it

One of the most important pillars in our battle against light pollution is to minimize or eliminate unnecessary outdoor lighting. However, when we travel across

Unnecessary and poorly thought-out outdoor lighting fixtures create glare and reduce our ability to see after dark. These same lights have erased the stars in

Get ready to make a difference in preserving our celestial wonders! As a 501(c)(3) organization, DarkSky Texas has been at the forefront of protecting our

Texas has always had a “larger-than-life” quality—especially when it comes to its natural landscapes. Its expansive deserts and warm beaches offer enough space to lose

DarkSky Texas talks a lot about light pollution, and one of the top questions we hear is, “How does light pollution affect the environment in

When we try to imagine something eternal and immutable, our minds head straight for the abstract: the passage of time, high ideals, or divinity. It’s