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Coggin Heeringa explains how not all astronomical information found online is accurate. (Photo: Tina M. Gohr / COUNTRY COUNTRY ADVOCATE / USA TODAY'S NETWORK-WISCONSIN) Buy Photo

The American Society The Peninsula Door Astronomical Society will hold an evening of observation special on March Tuesday, July 31 so that people can see the red planet at its closest approach to Earth since 2003. The viewing of the Astronomy Campus starts at 8 pm. The members of the company will install their equipment in the STAR garden and will be there to help visitors explore the night sky

In recent weeks, people have been asking: "Why do not astronomers plan an event for the planet? 39; Eclipse of the Blood Moon? The last time it was awesome. "

I guess the way the news feeds on the internet and Facebook posts have boosted the & # 39; As an upcoming astronomical event, it is not surprising that we receive a lot of queries. The Astronomical Society opened the Astronomy Campus for the last lunar eclipse, the moon appeared in red and it was, indeed, impressive.

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But because members of society refers to reliable sources like, say, NASA, they are aware that the lunar eclipse will be visible from locations in South America, Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia – it does not include the United States. -line, but it's not the same thing.

And, if you read on the internet that Mars will be a big s as the moon, do not believe it. Mars is usually a point of light in the sky. Tuesday night, it will be a point of light bigger and brighter. More luminous than Jupiter, and perhaps reddish, but the size of the moon? Barely. It's a hoax, thank goodness.

The Internet is an incredible source of information, but just as one must be attentive to false news, one must be cautious and even skeptical when talking about astronomy.

as "Mars will be as big as the moon", you might want to check out several other places, preferable sites based on science. And, when you read headlines like "The Moon of Blood Influence Your Horoscope", you probably should not use the article to gain the knowledge of current scientific thought.

Pay attention to domain names. A lot of the "Blood Moon Eclipse" articles that I read were taken from British newspapers – perfectly accurate if you live in England.

The style of writing and quotes often indicate that a story is not based on research. And remember that photos can be edited. A beautiful image of double moons floats around the internet. It has clearly been photoshopped

A very good way to learn about astronomy is to attend observation nights and general meetings of the Society. Door Peninsula astronomy. The next meeting will be at 19:00. August 7 at the Stonecipher Astronomy Center. The Crossroads at Big Creek is a donor-supported reserve that provides education, conducts research and offers outdoor experiences to inspire environmental stewardship for learners from all walks of life. ages on its three properties: Big Creek Reserves, The Cove, and Ida Bay. The Collins Learning Center, 2041 Door County TT (Michigan Street), just east of State Roundabout 42/57, Sturgeon Bay, is open from 1 pm to 3 pm. From Tuesday to Saturday and during the activities planned during the summer. Trails and toilets are open every hour every day for free; Pets are allowed under control and on leash. Cards are available online.

For more information, call 920-746-5895, or visit crossroadsatbigcreek.com or the Crossroads Facebook page

Coggin Heeringa is the director / naturalist of Crossroads at Big Creek . 19659024] AT THE BODYWORK

Wednesday, July 25, 10 am: Glacier Donation

Learn about the formation of the Great Lakes and the creatures that live there. Free and for all ages. Appointment to the Collins Learning Center

Thursday, Thursday, July 26 10 am: In Search of Butterflies

Learn to use a magnifying glass and to collect the net to explore fields and gardens. Free and for all ages. Appointment at the Collins Learning Center

Saturday, July 28, 10 am: Friends of Crossroads Working Group

Volunteers Welcome to Weekly Invasive Plant Workshops in our Big Creek reserve. Bring water, gloves and spurs if you have them. Meeting at Hanson House parking lot, just off Utah Street

Tuesday, July 31 10:00 am Rocks and Fossils: Do not Throw Stones [19659010] and the Carrefour gardens. Learn to use a magnifying glass and to collect the net. For all ages. Free and open to the public. See you at the Collins Learning Center.

Tuesday, 8 pm March Night Vision

The Astronomical Peninsula Society of the Door has scheduled a special March vision night for July 31 to watch Mars at its closest approach to Earth since 2003. Members will install their equipment in the StarGARDEN and will be on hand to help visitors see the red planet through telescopes. Free and open to the public .. 2200 Utah Street.

Aug. 1, 10 hours Soar With Fantastic Flyers

Search migratory routes for hummingbirds, blackbirds, white-crowned orioles and monarch butterflies. For all ages. Free and open to the public. See you at the Collins Learning Center.

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