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The Northern Lights

Look up and lose yourself in the colorful lights in the sky!

What are the Northern Lights?

 

- The result gas particles from earth colliding with charges particles from the sun

- The particles react with each other and release energy creating light

- They were named after the Roman goddess, Aurora and the Greek name for north wind, Boreas

When can you see the Northern Lights?

 

- September to April

- Clear nights

- Winter

- Away from all light pollution

Activity:

 

- Gaze up into the sky and take in the view

- Go hunting for the lights

- Catch them before they're gone; the lights spread quickly

Visit The Northern Lights forecast for more info on when there are possibilities to see catch the stunning Aurora Borealis

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