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SUMMARY:Screening: Defending the Dark
DESCRIPTION:Defending the Dark inspires and informs viewers on why it is important to preserve dark sky areas\, while emphasizing the unique dark sky environment of northern Maine. \nDark Skies benefit wildlife and their habitats\, reduces health and safety risks to humans\, saves energy\, and reduces costs. Light pollution has devastating effects on migrating birds\, native plants\, and pollinators. Defending the Dark tells the story of protecting the dark sky areas of Maine – the last such areas in the US east of the Rocky Mountains\, and what we can do in our own backyards to bring back the night sky. It’s more than just saving the stars: Dark skies need to be protected for our health\, safety\, nature\, and science. \nThis screening is free with a confirmed RSVP.
URL:https://darkskyopwa.org/event/20260414-defending-the-dark/
LOCATION:Historic Lynwood Theatre\, 4569 Lynwood Center Rd NE\, Bainbridge Island\, WA\, 98110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T100000
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SUMMARY:DSOP at Bainbridge Farmer’s Market
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be tabling at the Bainbridge Farmer’s Market! Learn about the 5 Principles of Responsible Outdoor Lighting and more.
URL:https://darkskyopwa.org/event/dsop-at-bainbridge-farmers-market/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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UID:17993-1776517200-1776524400@darkskyopwa.org
SUMMARY:Program: Dark Skies are for the Birds
DESCRIPTION:Do the effects of light pollution really affect the migration patterns of our avian friends? What are the bird constellations in the celestial night sky and how can I locate and see them?  What can I do to help make it less hazardous for birds during their migratory journeys and throughout the year? \nThree DarkSky Olympic Peninsula members and advocates will address and answer these and other questions as they explore the many ways our dark night sky is so very important to the survival of all birds and at the same time tell us centuries old avian heritage tales. They’ll continue with demonstrating the various ways anyone can make a difference in the protection and preservation of the darkness of the night sky not only for the sake of birds but also for the sake of humanity. \nThe program will include hands-on interactive displays\, a raffle prize or two for joining in on the activities\, and easy to apply takeaways to use anytime\, anywhere. \nLearn more and purchase tickets at https://olympicbirdfest.org
URL:https://darkskyopwa.org/event/20260418-birdfest/
LOCATION:Dungeness River Nature Center\, 1943 W Hendrickson Rd\, Sequim\, WA\, 98382\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Lights Out,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T170000
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UID:17989-1776610800-1776618000@darkskyopwa.org
SUMMARY:Globe at Night and DarkSky Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Join the Kitsap Environmental Coalition plus DSOP members John Goar & Linda Kahananui for a presentation on Globe at Night\, an international citizen-science campaign to raise public awareness of the impact of light pollution by inviting citizen-scientists to measure & submit their night sky brightness observations. They’ll demonstrate how to use a Sky Quality Meter\, the main tool for measuring how dark your local night skies are. \nFor more information go to: https://www.kitsapenvironmentalcoalition.org/4-15-26-kecp-dark-skies-why-it-matters \n 
URL:https://darkskyopwa.org/event/20260419-globe-at-night/
LOCATION:Kingston Library\, 26159 Dulay Rd NE\, Kingston\, WA\, 98346\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Community Events,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260501T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260503T235959
DTSTAMP:20260503T080135
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SUMMARY:Shorebird and Nature Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come see us Saturday the 3rd at the Festival’s activities at Hoaquim High School! \nEach spring\, hundreds of thousands of shorebirds stop to rest and feed along the Washington Coast and in the Grays Harbor estuary during their migration northward. Coming from as far south as Argentina\, these Arctic-bound shorebirds are among the world’s greatest migrants. Some birds travel over 15\,000 miles round trip! The concentration of birds during spring migration offers people a great chance to view a number of shorebird species. With luck you will also see the birds fly together in beautiful formation “murmurations” while trying to escape a Peregrine Falcon. \nShorebird is the name given to the group of birds that are usually found along the shoreline. They include plovers\, turnstones\, sandpipers\, dowitchers\, and others. Some shorebirds can be found in Grays Harbor County all year; others only during their migration. \nThe shorebird spectacle happens every year at Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge and in other parts of the County. People from around the world come to view this event of hemispheric importance. The Festival works to bring people together for this incredible natural phenomenon.
URL:https://darkskyopwa.org/event/2026-shorebird-festival/
LOCATION:Hoaquim High School\, 200 Spencer St.\, Hoquiam\, WA\, 98550
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260501T213000
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UID:18029-1777667400-1777671000@darkskyopwa.org
SUMMARY:Night Magic Treks at Railroad Bridge Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a one-mile trek to discover the benefits of natural night skies for our well-being and the animals that need darkness to thrive. Each trek is co-led by a team of three: an astronomer\, a storyteller\, and a naturalist. Together\, they will showcase the beauty of the night and address the fear of darkness. How can we challenge the notion that we cannot “see” in the dark? What organisms need darkness to thrive? How can we preserve natural dark in our homes and communities? \nMeet in the plaza by the large mural around 8:30pm. We will start just after sunset to allow our eyes to adjust to the coming dark naturally. Binoculars are useful if skies are clear; red-light headlamps or flashlights are preferred. \nLocation: Meet outside DRNC in the plaza by the large mural\nCost: $10 DRNC and DarkSky members | $15 non-members | $5 children 12 and under
URL:https://darkskyopwa.org/event/20260501-night-magic-trek/
LOCATION:Dungeness River Nature Center\, 1943 W Hendrickson Rd\, Sequim\, WA\, 98382\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260508T203000
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CREATED:20260426T202621Z
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UID:18032-1778272200-1778275800@darkskyopwa.org
SUMMARY:Night Magic Treks at Railroad Bridge Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a one-mile trek to discover the benefits of natural night skies for our well-being and the animals that need darkness to thrive. Each trek is co-led by a team of three: an astronomer\, a storyteller\, and a naturalist. Together\, they will showcase the beauty of the night and address the fear of darkness. How can we challenge the notion that we cannot “see” in the dark? What organisms need darkness to thrive? How can we preserve natural dark in our homes and communities? \nMeet in the plaza by the large mural around 8:30pm. We will start just after sunset to allow our eyes to adjust to the coming dark naturally. Binoculars are useful if skies are clear; red-light headlamps or flashlights are preferred. \nMeet in the plaza by the large mural around 8:30pm. We will start just after sunset to allow our eyes to adjust to the coming dark naturally. Binoculars are useful if skies are clear; red-light headlamps or flashlights are preferred.\nCost: $10 DRNC and DarkSky members | $15 non-members | $5 children 12 and under \nSpace is limited. Register now to secure your spot!
URL:https://darkskyopwa.org/event/20260508-night-magic-trek/
LOCATION:Dungeness River Nature Center\, 1943 W Hendrickson Rd\, Sequim\, WA\, 98382\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260616T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260616T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T080135
CREATED:20260426T204143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260426T204143Z
UID:18038-1781634600-1781640000@darkskyopwa.org
SUMMARY:DSOPWA Community Meeting
DESCRIPTION:How to inspire your community to protect the night\, the purpose of SQM readings\, presentations and discussion
URL:https://darkskyopwa.org/event/20260616-meeting/
LOCATION:Port Angeles Library\, 2210 S Peabody St\, Port Angeles\, WA\, 98362
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T080135
CREATED:20260501T050605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T051023Z
UID:18042-1781967600-1781971200@darkskyopwa.org
SUMMARY:DSOPWA Community Meeting
DESCRIPTION:How to inspire your community to protect the night\, the purpose of SQM readings\, presentations and discussion \nJoin us and fellow dark sky advocates and learn how to inspire a community to protect the night. We’ll have a screening of a recent meeting of dark sky advocates to show and a panel discussion or breakout groups afterward depending on how many questions the group has. See you there!
URL:https://darkskyopwa.org/event/20260620-meeting/
LOCATION:Silverdale Public Library\, 3650 NW Anderson Hill Rd\, Suite 101\, Silverdale\, WA\, 98383
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260624T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260624T233000
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CREATED:20260501T051307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T052154Z
UID:18041-1782336600-1782343800@darkskyopwa.org
SUMMARY:Night Sky Program at Hurricane Ridge: It's Your Moon!
DESCRIPTION:Night programs begin at Hurricane Ridge in Olympic National Park\, our very special site\, with It’s Your Moon! Find the schedule and more at olympictelescope.com
URL:https://darkskyopwa.org/event/20260624-hurricane-ridge/
LOCATION:Hurricane Ridge Parking Area
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260625T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260625T233000
DTSTAMP:20260503T080135
CREATED:20260501T052037Z
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UID:18047-1782423000-1782430200@darkskyopwa.org
SUMMARY:Night Sky Program at Hurricane Ridge: It's Your Moon!
DESCRIPTION:Night programs begin at Hurricane Ridge in Olympic National Park\, our very special site\, with It’s Your Moon! Find the schedule and more at olympictelescope.com
URL:https://darkskyopwa.org/event/20260625-hurricane-ridge/
LOCATION:Hurricane Ridge Parking Area
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Program
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