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Old February 26th 04, 12:49 PM posted to ne.weather.moderated
Charles M. Kozierok Charles M. Kozierok is offline
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Perry wrote:
} It always surprises me, when I go to Maine, how many more stars are visible
} than down here in light-polluted Framingham. I wish more emphasis was
} placed on shielded lighting. I really foresee the day when we won't be able
} to see Orion in the night sky.

The good thing at least is that from Framingham, you don't have to drive
*too* far to find a place that at least has a little less light
pollution. A 20 minute jaunt NW would probably improve matters greatly.

Have you heard about the Dark Sky Association? They may have some tips..
http://www.darksky.org/

peace,

-*-
charles


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