Every Day Needs a Night

DarkSky Oregon’s mission is to preserve Oregon's magnificent dark skies and to diminish light pollution for the health, safety, and well-being of all life.

Photo by Michael McKeag

Stewardship of Oregon’s Night Skies

Every day needs a night. Life on Earth evolved under a regular cycle of dark nights and bright days—a rhythm encoded in the DNA of all living things. We need light at night for human activity, but poorly designed artificial light at night is a wasteful pollutant and has serious impacts on natural ecosystems and on human health. 

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Learn more about how light pollution affects humans + wildlife as well as our ecosystem.

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View fullsize Repost from @darksky_intl • People are increasingly discovering the magic of the night. With light pollution on the rise, places with dark, star-filled skies have become highly sought-after travel destinations. Experiencing the wonders of pris
View fullsize Repost from @darksky_intl • Want to create a night-friendly environment at home? Swipe for our 5 Responsible Outdoor Lighting at Night principles to reduce light pollution and bring back natural darkness. Visit the link in our bio to learn more.
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View fullsize 🚀✨ Ready to explore the final frontier? Join us at @omsi After Dark: Out of This World for an unforgettable evening where space meets science! 🌌✨ 🗓️ When: August 28, 2024 📍 Where: OMSI, Portland, OR Whether you’re a star-gazing enthusiast
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View fullsize ✨Protect The Night✨ Preserving and restoring the natural nighttime environment is more urgent than ever. Did you get a chance to check out our gorgeous spot in the new @aaaoregonidaho Via Magazine Issue in July/August 2024? Photos
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View fullsize Repost from @birdallianceoforegon • MEGA TRIPLE RED ALERT 🚨 ‼️6.9 million birds are traveling tonight through Oregon’s skies; 5.4 million tomorrow; and 3.9 million the night after. Go Lights Out with us, @darkskyoregon, and the City of Po
View fullsize Repost from @darksky_intl • May is American Wetlands Month and a critical time for migrating birds. Light pollution significantly impacts wetland birds by disrupting their migration, feeding, and breeding behaviors. Species such as ducks, geese,
View fullsize Repost from @birdallianceoforegon • Another #LightsOut Red Alert tonight! 3.6 million birds are traveling tonight and 3.4 million traveling tomorrow through Oregon’s skies. Take the pledge to go Lights Out with us, @darkskyoregon, and the
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View fullsize Repost from @darksky_intl • Have you seen the animation about moths and moonlight created by DarkSky Oregon!? Link in bio. Often overlooked, moths are crucial to ecosystems, serving as pollinators for many nocturnal flowers, a vital food sourc