• May 13th 7pm – Protecting Wildlife in Dark Sky Advocacy by Dr Travis Longcore

    Join us for a special presentation with Dr. Travis Longcore, a leading expert working at the crossroads of science, community planning, and dark skies, with a particular emphasis on wildlife. He will bring the science to life as he explains and categorizes the many ways artificial light affects species and ecosystems, from disrupting circadian rhythms in birds to fragmenting landscapes for puma and other wide-ranging animals. Dr. Longcore will then explore practical solutions, including effective shielding, reducing light intensity, and harnessing the powerful benefits of adjusting light spectrum to avoid the most disruptive colors.

    Your participation will help build momentum for better lighting and healthier ecosystems. We also encourage you to invite your community and park planners to attend this event, so they can hear directly from an expert how to incorporate dark-sky principles into their projects.

    Space is limited, so please register early to secure your spot. Registration Fee of $15 to cover our expenses for this program.

    Zoom link to registration:

    https://events.zoom.us/ev/AjNS73nFtHfU8gwRN0LXKXzP101KNMllva98rkHnisDBMOh4WY_c~AtDaMj7MmrG-ADLDy8c5YvDlDN8XSovEigA-lXRhW-XeVUYQMG-OxBkd5Q

  • Sept 8th – Learn Astrophotography & Catch Up on DarkSky Texas Happenings

    Ready to take your night-sky photos to the next level? 🌌📸

    Join astrophotographer Phil Ostroff for a virtual evening focused on turning dark nights into stunning images.

    Then, catch up on DarkSky Texas Happenings

    📅 Tuesday, September 8, 2026

    ⏰ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

    🌙 DarkSky Texas General Membership Meeting

    Whether you’re new to astrophotography or looking to sharpen your skills, come learn under the stars.

    https://zoom.us/j/92016950186

     

  • Protecting the Sky: Addressing the Conservation Clash with Reflect Orbital

    As private space ventures push forward with ambitious solar reflector arrays, the debate between clean energy technology and sky conservation is taking center stage.
    Join four leading Lone Star conservation organizations for an urgent discussion on how Reflect Orbital’s light-reflecting technology impacts astronomical research, nocturnal ecosystems, and Texas’s night skies, and how we can advocate for balanced solutions.
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