Author: Drew Reagan | DarkSky International

A person stands atop smooth granite boulders beneath the brilliant arch of the Milky Way, gazing toward a dramatic natural rock formation with a window-like opening. The dense star field and colorful galactic core stretch across the night sky, creating a striking contrast with the rugged, dark foreground landscape.

DarkSky International announces official nonprofit partnership with Star Trek’s 60th anniversary celebration

Press release

DarkSky International is proud to celebrate 60 years of Star Trek as an official nonprofit partner of the Star …

July 13, 2026

A snow-covered mountain valley glows beneath a clear, star-filled night sky. Warm lights from the resort village illuminate the landscape below, while ski runs trace the surrounding peaks and thousands of stars remain visible overhead, highlighting the contrast between responsible outdoor lighting and the natural darkness of the night sky.

Sun Valley Resort

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Sun Valley Resort invites guests to experience some of the darkest and most spectacular night skies in the American …

July 13, 2026

A snow-covered mountain valley glows beneath a clear, star-filled night sky. Warm lights from the resort village illuminate the landscape below, while ski runs trace the surrounding peaks and thousands of stars remain visible overhead, highlighting the contrast between responsible outdoor lighting and the natural darkness of the night sky.

Sun Valley Resort becomes first DarkSky Approved Resort in the United States

Press release

Sun Valley Resort has been officially certified as the first resort in the United States through the DarkSky Approved …

July 13, 2026

A snow-covered mountain valley glows beneath a clear, star-filled night sky. Warm lights from the resort village illuminate the landscape below, while ski runs trace the surrounding peaks and thousands of stars remain visible overhead, highlighting the contrast between responsible outdoor lighting and the natural darkness of the night sky.

DarkSky Approved Resort guidelines

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DarkSky Approved Lodging complements the Dark Sky Places program by recognizing overnight accommodations where the Milky Way is visible.

July 13, 2026

Kosmos Stargazing Resort and Spa becomes Colorado’s first DarkSky Approved Lodging destination

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El Portal, California DarkSky International has officially designated Kosmos Stargazing Resort & Spa, located in Colorado’s San Luis Valley…

May 18, 2026

Kosmos Stargazing Resort & Spa

DarkSky Approved Lodging

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ULUM Moab, located just outside of Moab, Utah, redefines the adventure travel experience by seamlessly blending refined comfort with …

May 18, 2026

The Milky Way rises over a rocky shoreline and pine-covered island in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, reflected in the calm waters of Duncan Lake under a star-filled night sky.

Dark sky places at risk: changing protections near Boundary Waters and Chaco Canyon

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As everyone starts to refresh beds, plant containers, and dream up backyard projects, it is the perfect time to …

May 13, 2026

Milky Way rising over a dark mountain valley at night, with silhouetted trees and hills framing a star-filled sky while a small campfire glows in the foreground.

Au Diable Vert named Canada’s first DarkSky Approved Lodging in Sutton, Quebec

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Sutton, Quebec Au Diable Vert Station de Montagne in Sutton, Quebec, has been officially certified as Canada’s first DarkSky …

April 29, 2026

Milky Way rising over a dark mountain valley at night, with silhouetted trees and hills framing a star-filled sky while a small campfire glows in the foreground.

Au Diable Vert

DarkSky Approved Lodging

Canada

Au Diable Vert Station de Montagne in Sutton, Quebec, is Canada’s first DarkSky Approved Lodging, offering visitors the opportunity …

April 29, 2026

A large glamping ten under a star filled sky with a dark forest in the background.

Under Canvas Yosemite becomes first DarkSky Approved Lodging in California

Press release

El Portal, California DarkSky International is pleased to announce the official certification of Under Canvas Yosemite as a DarkSky …

April 16, 2026

A large glamping ten under a star filled sky with a dark forest in the background.

Under Canvas Yosemite

DarkSky Approved Lodging

U.S.A.

ULUM Moab, located just outside of Moab, Utah, redefines the adventure travel experience by seamlessly blending refined comfort with …

April 16, 2026

Woman blinded by glare from light at night.

DarkSky International and Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility call for environmental review of orbital illumination systems

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DarkSky International and Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER) have released a joint letter to U.S. FCC Secretary Marlene …

March 31, 2026