A couple of the trails are lit for night skiing but lights out is at 9 PM.Īnd finally, like everything else in life these days, there is an app for it! I’ll admit that some of the apps are pretty cool. North Bay Nordic is another great spot for stargazing in the winter. If you time it right, you might even catch one of Lake Nipissing’s famous sunsets. In terms of where to go to avoid city lights, try the informal network of trails past the dog park at Champlain Park at the end of Premier Road. You will be amazed at how details of the night sky pop with only a little magnification. Next, bundle up and grab a pair of binoculars. If you need a little interpretation, the friendly folks at the astronomy club are just an email away. While it can appear complicated at first glance, the chart offers every detail you need from moon phases, darkness, cloud cover, transparency and seeing (aka clarity). An amazing reference can be found on this North Bay Clear Sky Chart developed at the Canadian Meteorological Center. Start by checking the local weather forecast and aim for clear conditions. Merlin Clayton, one of the club’s co-founders gives us a few pointers to make the most out of a nighttime adventure. Your ‘gateway to the universe’ founded 36 years ago and dedicated to making astronomy interesting and fun for everyone. The North Bay Astronomy Club is a wealth of knowledge. Seasoned stargazers know that the winter months offer some of the best sky watching when long nights and crisp, cold temperatures create a clarity not seen in the summer. Since the beginning of time, stargazers have imagined captivating stories and sought knowledge and spiritual guidance from the night sky. The night sky has always been a source of wonder and mystery. Cover photo courtesy of Liz Lott (2018 Ice Follies site-specific work by Aanmitaagzi of Big Medicine Studio on Nipissing First Nation)
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