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A tent glowing beneath the Milky Way and a sky full of stars at a remote campsite

Stargazing from Camp: A Beginner's Guide to Reading the Summer Night Sky

Summer is prime time for stargazing. Here's how to let your eyes adjust, find the Milky Way, and spot a few easy constellations from your campsite — no telescope required.

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4x4
Apparel
Backcountry
Backpacking
Beginner
Camp Cooking
campfire
Camping
camping skills
Colorado
Dark Sky
Day Hiking
Dispersed Camping
field guide
Gear
Gear Care
Gear Storage
Golden Hour
Grand Teton
Hiking
How-To
Hydration
Layering
Leave No Trace
Maintenance
Map and Compass
National Parks
Nature
Navigation
One-Pot Meals
outdoor basics
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Outdoor Skills
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Photography Tips
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Night Sky

Stargazing from Camp: A Beginner's Guide to Reading the Summer Night Sky

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