A Mid-winter Night’s Dream
Slow as the drip of cold birch syrup, long as our January tilt away from the sun—winter in the Yukon can drag on.
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Noctilucent Clouds – a rare meteorological phenomena for northern observers
Noctilucent clouds near Kakwa, Alberta Unless you’re dedicated enough to get up in the middle of the night with very good binoculars or a small
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A Vast and awesome Universe – Understanding cosmic distance through analogy
When a budding interest in astronomy is pursued with even a cursory investigation into the nature of our cosmos, one quickly comes to the realization
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Dancing with the stars
The 2nd annual Yukon Star Party will take place from Friday, August 24 to Saturday, August 25.
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This party is cosmic
At the end of October, the Takhini Hot Springs, a short 30-minute drive north of downtown Whitehorse, will be turned into a hub for astronomy
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Turn Your Eyes to the Skies
Yukoners – and others – who enjoy celestial pursuits may want to follow the stars to Kluane’s “Northern Nights” Dark Sky Festival at Kathleen Lake
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Yukon Astronomical Society wants to make Whitehorse the Science-Centre of the North
Stargazing has long been part of the human psyche. For thousands of years, we – and our ancestors before us – have turned our eyes
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Lasers, Photons and Northern Lights
Discover the magic of astronomy in the Yukon. Explore the stunning night skies and experience the thrill of springtime stargazing.
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Happy New Year Amateur Astronomers
Don’t miss out on the amazing stargazing opportunities in Whitehorse. Learn about astronomy events and celestial sightings in the area.
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