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Save a Star Foundation wants to thank each of you who entered ASTRO2021 : The Competition. YOU truly made this debut a true success! The results from the launch of this international astrophotography competition included receiving 641 entries, from photographers in 30 nations, on five continents, plus 29 states and the District of Columbia. Thank you!
HEAR FROM OUR ASTRO2021: Grand Prize Winning Astronomy Photographer of 2021
Andy Campbell of Australia talks about Save a Star Foundation and winning his division.
Our Mission : AstroAdvocacy
The Save a Star Foundation (SAS) is a 501(c)3 Utah based nonprofit founded to advance and support Preserving and Reclaiming Dark Skies in the Western United States.
Founded by a communications professional and international award winning nightscape photographer, SAS introduces a bold new vision. We endeavor to educate, influence, and share the consequences of light pollution in a new, compelling and creative way.
While artificial light is one of humanity’s greatest achievements, there is the excess, poor planning, good intentions, but poor execution. SAS is partnering with business to expand a community of thought leaders and tech innovators to leverage their corporate social responsibility toward our ambitious mission.
The Problems : Our Solutions
Everyday, almost everywhere, we enjoy a world filled with technology and innovation. A world largely powered-up and charging ahead. But with progress comes pitfalls, and with every passing day, we become less likely to see the natural beauty of the heavens above – the majesty of the Milky Way, the flash of a shooting star.
Light pollution daily diminishes our ability to comprehend the natural wonders above us, and artificial light is radically disrupting the world’s ecosystems, and impacting human health.
The western United States is home to some of the darkest skies in the world, it is also a region that continues to see tremendous growth. Without mindful deliberation and careful planning, these natural treasures will be lost forever.
By harnessing the influence of the creative community, photography and astronomy brands, and leveraging strategic partnerships with local governments, commercial lighting manufacturers, and thought leaders, SAS endeavors to achieve measurable results in moving industry and individuals toward solutions that curb light pollution.
SAS advocates for LiteWise® solutions, our program that educates, guides, and consults to reduce light pollution in the U.S. west. Among our initiatives, SAS is actively developing youth educational and scholarship programs to positively impact this generation, and preserve the stars for generations to come.
Reversing light pollution and reclaiming the natural night sky may be the most achievable goals among the myriad of environmental issues affecting humanity. Not only are solutions readily available, but in many cases, these solutions are relatively simple and cost effective.
Join Us
For only $35, you can become a member of Save a Star Foundation. To take advantage of our limited member bundle offer, CLICK HERE. All proceeds go to support our mission. Your membership helps us to roll out youth educational programs and scholarships, produce events, and advocate for smarter solutions.
501(c)3 Nonprofit & Donar-Advised Fund Charity
Save a Star Foundation (SAS) is an approved charity with Schwab Charitable DAF. Please consider a donation, on behalf of your employer, to advance our goals.
Save a Star Foundation Member Offer
If you, or someone you know, is an astrophotographer or nightscaper, then look no further than this membership offer. This member bundle checks all the boxes: It’s meaningful, fun, and educational!
Our bundle includes: Photographer, and author Royce Bair’s eBook, “Milky Way Nightscapes,” (a $19.99 value); a 22” cotton bandana of your favorite photographer (a $18.00 value), a 4” quality all-weather sticker to show your support, and a one year membership to Save a Star Foundation. All for only $35.
Star watchers, amateur astronomers, photographers, time-lapsers, creatives, and people everywhere can make a difference. All proceeds go to Save a Star Foundation, dedicated to preserving and reclaiming dark skies in the western United States.
With local LiteWise® initiatives, student sponsorships, educational programs, and exciting collaborations on the horizon, Save a Star Foundation is reimagining light pollution advocacy. In fact, we have coined the moniker AstroAdvocacy to describe our new approach – an exciting vision that aims to capture hearts and minds.
GET YOUR FREE SAVE A STAR FOUNDATION NIGHTSCAPER CONFERENCE COMMEMORATIVE POSTER
Save a Star Foundation was privileged to produce and provide this beautiful 24 x 36” poster print as a gift to all who attended the 2021 Nightscaper Conference held in Kanab, Utah. Be sure to download yours today!
May, 2021 - Founder and Executive Director Christine Kenyon named by Capture the Atlas a Milky Way Photographer of the Year 2021. This recognition has received international press including: Forbes, UK Daily Mail, The Guardian, South China Morning Post, and National Geographic.
Navajo Nights by Christine Kenyon
May, 2021 - SAS was a sponsor of the 2021 NightScaper Conference, May 10-12, Kanab, UT, and offered a beautiful poster to all attendees, as a commemorative gift. Virtual attendees were able to download a hi-rez PDF of the poster.
May, 2021 - SAS signs ups 20% of Nightscaper Conference attendees for annual memberships. SAS raised nearly $2,500, including corporate sponsorships and grants, as well as interest in collaborations with universities, and creating state curricula.
May, 2021 - SAS launches Youth Ambassador program, and welcomes our two new ambassadors from Nevada and Utah.
August, 2020 - SAS Hosts “Under the Stars” event in the High Uinta for Utah State Troopers and their families. Utah Valley Astronomy Club provided multiple impressive telescopes, and SAS provided a drawing of gifts for the families.
September, 2019 - Auction to Benefit Save a Star Foundation (SAS) a Huge Success: Three of the six nightscape images, by SAS founder Christine Kenyon, were sold during the silent auction that took place at Redman Gallery, in Salt Lake City, Utah, on Friday, September 20, 2019. 100% of all proceeds from the sales will go to implementing the core mission of SAS.
Press
Utah State Trooper January, 2020
The Salt Lake Tribune
October, 2019
Windemere Living Blog
September, 2019
“Though my soul may set in darkness,
it will rise in perfect light;
I have loved the stars too fondly
to be fearful of the night.”
sarah williams | Twilight Hours: A Legacy of Verse
LiteWise – What You Can Do Now
Here are several easy steps you can take now to become LiteWise
Color Temperature: Warmer light (2200K - 3200K Ranging from High Pressure Sodium to Incancdescent) = less light pollution. What many people don't realize is that at the same wattage, white is significantly brighter than a warmer-appearing color. In fact, at the same wattage output, a white LED light will put out more than eight times more brightness (excessive and unnecessary light pollution) than a warmer-looking counterpart. Additionally warmer light is scientifically easier on the eyes, and allows for greater visual acuity while driving at night.
Lumens: The brightness quotient or, scientifically defined, “a unit of luminous flux in the International System of Units, that is equal to the amount of light given out through a solid angle by a source of one candela intensity radiating equally in all directions.” There are tables to compare and convert wattage to lumens. Watts = Energy used, while Lumens = Brightness. But the principle is never to use more light than is necessary to achieve the purpose. Remember excessive light in the name of security, creates harsh shadows that you cannot easily see into, therefore creating a hiding place for a perpetrator.
Fixture: You can get all of the above correct and still contribute to light pollution. How? By not selecting an appropriate lighting fixture. Down lighting is best for most lighting applications, after all, we need the light down here, where we walk and drive, not up there. Lights with shades, hoods, and caps perform well, and even better are LED lights that combine these features with a defined throw pattern, putting the light exactly where you want it, and no where else. Light with this feature are perfect for community or municipal applications.
Light Trespassing: Be a good neighbor, or business owner, and keep your light on your side of the property line. Avoid or correct lighting that trespasses onto neighboring properties. Take a walk around your home or business at night, and observe where your lights aim. There are inexpensive, attractive and easy fixes to the problem, so make it right!
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