Meet Star Gazers
Stargazing in Western Australia
Episode Summary
In this episode, I have the honour of hosting Carol Redford also known as 'Galaxy Girl' in astronomy circles, who is the founder of Astrotourism WA. She shares with us insights into what makes Western Australia a top class destination for stargazing and nightscape photography.
Episode Notes
Carol Redford is the founder of Astrotourism WA and is passionate about protecting Western Australia's dark night skies. In this episode, she shares with us precious information on what makes Western Australia a world class destination for stargazing and nightscape photography.
Time stamps :
- 03:58 : Citizen science projects and Carol's Dingle Dell meteorite
- 11:57 : Have there been any measures implemented in Western Australia to reduce light pollution ?
- 15:59 : What is the quality of night sky in Western Australia ?
- 18:24 : Are there any astronomical observatories in Western Australia ?
- 21:02 : Are there any opportunities for nightscape photography in Western Australia ?
- 23:05 : Are there any astronomy clubs in Western Australia ?
- 25:55 : Are there any planetariums in Western Australia ?
- 27:46 : Are there any opportunities for visitors to do nocturnal nature trails in Western Australia ?
- 28:55 : Can visitors find dark sky friendly B&Bs in Western Australia ?
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