Sky Observations
Meteor counts, aurora reports, variable stars, sky-quality measurements, and telescope projects.
A project of the 46 North Astronomy Center
Everyone can contribute to science.
A community science network connecting people with real observations in astronomy, weather, aurora monitoring, wildlife, conservation, and environmental change.
Mission
Science for everyone, rooted in place.
The network helps community members contribute useful observations while strengthening conservation and public understanding of the natural world.
Environmental Monitoring
Weather, habitat, wildlife, forest health, water, and seasonal natural observations.
Shared Knowledge
Training, repeatable methods, and pathways to organize and preserve observations.
Programs
Community-powered science.
Night Sky Monitoring
Sky quality measurements and long-term observing condition records.
Aurora & Space Weather
Local reports connected to solar activity and upper-atmosphere events.
Meteor & Fireball Reporting
Coordinated observation nights and citizen reports during major meteor showers.
Wildlife & Habitat Projects
Nature observations supporting conservation and stewardship.
Participate
Build a living record of the Northwoods sky and environment.
Citizen science gives everyone a role in discovery.
- ObserverSubmit simple observations from home, school, or field events.
- Project VolunteerJoin organized campaigns and monitoring programs.
- Data StewardHelp organize observations and support quality control.
- Community MentorTrain new volunteers and support school or club projects.