DarkSky Oregon

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Maine Switches the Lights Off for Conservation

State lawmakers pass a bill to limit public light pollution to benefit wildlife.

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In Antelope, Oregon, Light Breaks Through

Red bulbs and black paint show a way forward for a rural community with darkness in its past.

From the Portland Monthly

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Groups: Applegate Kirsten Force Groups: Applegate Kirsten Force

Applegate After Dark

Applegate After Dark (AAD) continues to grow community support for dark sky advocacy and action in southwest Oregon. Under the umbrella of the Applegate Partnership and Watershed Council, AAD recently received an innovation grant from "A Greater Applegate" to develop "rack cards" and to purchase dark sky compliant outdoor lightbulbs to distribute when we participate in local events. AAD is planning a binocular star party at a local winery later this spring. Visit our webpage for forthcoming details. https://www.applegatepartnership.org/applegateafterdark

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Mosier Valley News

September 2026 - Friday Night with the Stars

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