Tag: eclipse

When’s the next total solar eclipse?

The U.S. was really fortunate in having the recent total solar eclipse pass through so many of its states! This gave lots of people an opportunity to see it, with just a short (or moderate) drive. I think a little kid spoke for all of us when they said…

Can you see these spots (after viewing the eclipse)?

Hopefully if you’re viewing the eclipse today, you’ll be using one of the safe methods that won’t harm your eyes! … But if you’re somewhat of a trickster, here’s an optical illusion you can send your friends after the eclipse, that might make them wo…

Sunsquatch – tracking the eclipse and Bigfoot … at the same time!

In the spirit of my Forecasting Sharknadoes blog post, I now bring you Sunsquatch! In this blog post, I create a map that helps you find a location where you can see the total eclipse *and* have a chance of seeing Bigfoot (aka, Sasquatch)! But before we get into the nitty-gritty […]

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Is your city in the path of the total eclipse?

There will be a total solar eclipse on August 21, 2017, and the umbra (total shadow) will pass right across the United States! As a data guy, a map guy, and an astronomy fan, this is an opportunity I just couldn’t pass up! Follow along as I apply my computer skills […]

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