![]() ![]() ![]() The Dark Sky Reserve designation is reserved for areas with an exceptional quality of starry nights and nocturnal environments that are specifically protected and preserved, which is no easy feat. “The skies make me feel small, but at the same time, connected to everything around me.” “The fact that you can walk out your back door and see the amazing skies is humbling,” said Carol Cole, President of the Idaho Dark Sky Alliance. Over 900,000 acres make up the Central Idaho Dark Sky Reserve which is located in central Idaho and encompasses the cities of Sun Valley, Ketchum and Stanley. and is only among 17 other reserves worldwide. Idaho is home to the first International Dark Sky Reserve in the U.S. More than 80% of the US population live in areas with high levels of light pollution, thus obscuring their view of the stars. Some of central Idaho’s most awe-inspiring sights can be found in the sky. ![]()
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