Dark Nights

🦉"Night Owls" is a group of Friends members who are working to attain certification for the park as an International Dark Sky Places location. For information about joining the "Night Owls", click on the "Contact" button below.

DRAFT 1 Copper Falls State Park Dark Sky Application

"Nite Hikes"

The night hike is an opportunity to view stars and enjoy the wonders of nature after dark. Hikers can sign up to be part of a growing community of “night-owls”, folks that enjoy stargazing, nighttime photography, auroras, and experiencing the unseen world of wildlife. 

The hikes are weather dependent. Participants will traverse gentle topography as they walk quietly in open spaces and take care not to disturb the landscape and nocturnal wildlife. 

Bring your red headlights and binoculars. You may also want to take photographs of the star features and horizons. Remembering insect repellent is one among many helpful tips for hiking at night.

To learn more about the importance of dark skies, visit Dark Sky International. 

Sponsored by the Town of Morse and Friends of Copper Falls State Park in coordination with Copper Falls State Park staff. 

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