Stars Above Haleakalā: Recent Episodes
National Park Service
Join in a night sky program from your own backyard! The Stars Above Haleakalā podcast features topics about the night skies we all share and the connections we forge between our Earth, our Universe, and each other. Each podcast focuses on a particular astronomy event for families to enjoy while they tune in to learn a little more about what they're experiencing. Your adventure to the stars (and beyond!) starts here!
What comes to mind when you think of summer? Our long days and short nights around the summer solstice may mean less time for stargazing, but there are secrets to unlock even in our Sun! Join Ranger Laurel on a crash course adventure through solar astronomy. Hear about the legends we tell, the science behind our knowledge, and the data of our universe locked up in something as simple as a beam of sunlight.
Join Haleakalā National Park for a virtual night sky program and dive into the science and significance of the Geminids. Learn about the origins of these cosmic spectacles, and gain a better appreciation for what these events can mean for us today. Learn how to submit your Geminids 2021 letter: www.nps.gov/hale/learn/photosmultimedia/gifts-of-the-geminids-podcast.htm