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How and where to view today's solar eclipse in Redding area

Sat, 19 May 2012 21:41:00 -0700
The Exploratorium in San Francisco offers these tips on how to make a long box or a cardboard viewing card.
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Astronomy day meets maple syrup in Powassan – PHOTO GALLERY

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 10:09:27 -0700
It was the best of both worlds. Stargazers turned into sun worshippers during the 15th annual Powassan Maple Syrup Festival on Saturday during international astronomy day. The North Bay Astronomy Club set up its sunscopes during a festival that has attracted as many 8,000 people.[...]
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National parks from California to New Mexico rev up for eclipse

Thu, 17 May 2012 11:13:11 -0700
Like many national parks in the West, the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area on the California-Arizona border will host special events for Sunday's annular solar eclipse.
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Brasada Ranch on Powell Buttes offers guests central Oregon adventure outings

Wed, 23 May 2012 06:17:53 -0700
Brasada Ranch's Adventure Concierge program draws on the property's unique resources and collaborates with area tour operators to bring guests a wide range of central Oregon recreation opportunities.
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Best 5 New Jersey State Parks for Summer Tent Camping

Fri, 11 May 2012 08:37:00 -0700
Are you a tent camper that's planning a trip to New Jersey this summer? If so, you may want to consider reserving a tent site at one of the state's parks. I have camped at several of them. Most of the parks are well-maintained and the tent sites tend to cost $25 a night. Here's a quick look at some of the best ones:
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Stargazing, plant shopping and more weekend ideas

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 09:50:15 -0700
Gaze at the stars: To celebrate International Astronomy Day 2012, the Everett Astronomical Society is hosting two events Saturday, including...
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Wed, 23 May 2012 03:07:46 -0700
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'Ring of Fire' eclipse visible from China to Texas

Sat, 19 May 2012 13:28:37 -0700
NMSU Astronomy graduate students and museum staff will have solar telescopes set up in the southwest parking lot of the Mesilla Valley Mall in Las Cruces from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday for viewing the partial solar eclipse. There will be activities and free handouts at the event. Solar eclipse glasses will be on sale at $1 each or four for $3. Additional local viewing details Sunrises and sunsets often ...
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MEAC Announces 2012 Commissioner's All-Academic Team

Tue, 22 May 2012 21:00:00 -0700
NORFOLK, Va. - The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) announces the 2012 Commissioner’s All-Academic Team, recognizing 814 student-athletes from the conference’s 13 member institutions who achieved academic success during the 2011-12 academic school year. The team honors student-athletes, including sophomores to seniors, with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better.
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Skywatchers gather at New Quarter Park April 28

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:06:39 -0700
YORK -- The NASA/Langley Exchange Skywatchers astronomy club will be setting up their telescopes at New Quarter Park on Saturday, April 28 from 9 to 11 p.m.
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