Imagine making lasting memories that nourish your soul. Do the stars want you to take an epic hike or explore the delights in historic downtown? How about forest bathing in the world’s largest ponderosa pine forest, views of the night skies so dark that they’ve earned the designation of the world’s First International Dark Sky City, and cultural experiences that will have you walking within a landscape of legacies and ancient pueblos. Oh, there’s more . . . six national monuments are less than … [Read more...] about Follow Your Sign as the Stars Align
First International Dark Sky City
Eyes on Dark Sky: Examining a Unique Flagstaff Brand
Every business leader knows the importance of a good brand. In Flagstaff, “Dark Sky,” has evolved into a unique local brand. Currently, there are 18 corporations registered with the Arizona Corporation Commission in Coconino County using “Dark Sky” or “Dark Skies” in their name. These businesses span everything from construction contractors to aerial dance professionals. In light of its growing popularity, the Dark Sky brand deserves some examination. The phrase “Dark Sky” originates from … [Read more...] about Eyes on Dark Sky: Examining a Unique Flagstaff Brand
Neighborhood Sets Example for Soft, Focused Light and Dark Starry Skies
Avid hiker Andrea Michaels has long enjoyed watching the Perseids meteor showers from the banks of Laurel Lake, a duck pond on the edge of Walnut Canyon Village in east Flagstaff. However, her view is even better now, she says, because community members have largely changed their outdoor light fixtures to meet dark-sky standards. “If you’re a camper or a backpacker, one of the greatest thrills when you’re out is looking into the endless depths of the universe,” she said. “It was frustrating … [Read more...] about Neighborhood Sets Example for Soft, Focused Light and Dark Starry Skies