Taos County moves on dark‑sky recognition and drafts ordinance; proclamation adopted Commissioners heard a proposal to pursue Dark Sky Park certification for Rio Grande del Norte National Monument, received details on a county dark-sky ordinance draft (Kelvin limits, curfews, nonconforming-light rules), and adopted a proclamation for International Dark Sky Week (Apr. 13–20, 2026).

Taos County is taking a giant leap towards preserving its night skies by pursuing Dark Sky Park certification for the stunning Rio Grande del Norte National Monument!

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🕯️ Shielded, warm-colored, and off by bedtime

Discover holiday lighting tips that save energy and let the stars shine.

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From flashlight adventures to family pledges, here’s how to turn your child into a champion for the stars 🌟

Let them take the lead in protecting our skies.
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Une nuée de satellites noirs pourraient bientôt graviter dans le ciel Alors que les satellites se multiplient en orbite basse, ils parasitent de plus en plus les observations des astronomes. Une équipe britannique mise sur une peinture noire pour réduire leur éclat et préserver la qualité des observations.

Une nuée de satellites “peints en noir” apparaît pour atténuer l’éclat des méga-constellations et sauver nos ciels nocturnes.
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