Astronomical events from Alaska

Dec 21, 2011

The sun rises over the Chugach range on the 2011 winter solstice. Pioneer Peak is on the left.

Stephen Nowers photo

Astronomical events from Alaska

Dec 10, 2011

The December 2011 lunar eclipse as seen from the Healy, Alaska, area.

Robert Lype photo

Astronomical events from Alaska

Dec 10, 2011

Clear skies over southcentral Alaska on Saturday morning allowed for great viewing of the lunar eclipse.

Stephen Nowers photo

Astronomical events from Alaska

Mar 10, 2011

The northern lights blaze over the Kuskokwim River near McGrath on Wednesday night.

Stephen Nowers photo

Astronomical events from Alaska

Feb 07, 2011

A composite image of the December 2010 lunar eclipse

Stephen Nowers photo

Astronomical events from Alaska

Feb 04, 2011

The partially eclipsed moon sets behind Alaska's Talkeetna Mountains at 9:53 a.m. on Dec. 31, 2009.

Stephen Nowers photo

Astronomical events from Alaska

Feb 07, 2011

The nearly full moon rises over Pioneer Peak

Stephen Nowers photo

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Alaska's long winter nights can be perfect for viewing space weather.

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