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This Is the First Zoo in the World to Be a Certified Night Sky Sanctuary-and You Can Visit After Dark, Too

Artis Park in Amsterdam earned Urban Night Sky Place status, reducing light pollution to protect nocturnal wildlife and restore natural darkness in the city center.

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This Popular Colorado Ski Town Just Became the State's First Certified Dark Sky Destination

The popular ski town of Breckenridge, Colorado, just became the first mountain ski resort community in the state to become dark sky certified. The designation, which was bestowed by DarkSky International in July 2025, was awarded due to the town's efforts to protect "its exceptional alpine nightscape and natural environment for current and future generations." The certification followed years of work, including adopting a strict exterior lighting ordinance, replacing outdated street lamps, and requiring new construction to comply with dark sky standards.

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This Is the First Zoo in the World to Be a Certified Night Sky Sanctuary-and You Can Visit After Dark, Too

This Popular Colorado Ski Town Just Became the State's First Certified Dark Sky Destination

#dark-sky-certification
#dark-sky-certification