Lago Vista Starry Skies

04/16/2026

Looks like the weather will cooperate with our Star Party Friday night!

International Dark Sky Week kicks off TODAY and excitement is building around the world.

We’re already seeing incredible momentum, with over 200 events registered globally, from star parties and night hikes to community gatherings and virtual talks. This is what it looks like when people come together to celebrate and protect the night.

We can’t wait to see what you get up to this week!

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Learn more about International Dark Sky Week here: https://idsw.darksky.org

03/02/2026

5 DAYS LEFT! Speak up for the night! The comment period for Reflect Orbital closes on March 6th, 2026, while the SpaceX deadline is March 16th, 2026.

Two massive satellite proposals could permanently alter our shared sky. One would beam reflected sunlight back to Earth at night. The other proposes up to 1 million satellites in orbit.

Speak up for the night before it's too late. Submit your comments today. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3MBhlAJ

02/18/2026

Astrotourism is having a moment and it’s easy to see why. ✨

Staying somewhere like this, where the night sky is part of the experience, turns a simple overnight into something unforgettable. As more travelers seek meaningful, nature connected escapes, star filled stays are becoming a major draw.

That’s exactly the kind of experience the DarkSky Approved Lodging program celebrates — accommodations that protect the night through responsible lighting while offering guests truly exceptional views of the stars. Visit https://bit.ly/4aJOW2N to learn more.

📷 Photo taken by Grant Hardwick at the Kestrel Nest EcoHut the first DarkSky Approved Lodge in Australia.

01/30/2026

These lighting principals keep us safer and save us money.

01/24/2026

2026 gardening trend! 🌿✨ Light pollution isn’t just a big-city issue anymore. Even in suburban gardens, a porch light left on overnight can disrupt bird migration and confuse the bats, amphibians, and nocturnal pollinators that depend on darkness to forage.

And it’s not only wildlife — research shows artificial light can also throw off plant rhythms, shifting leaf budding and drop, and even altering flowering cycles.

The good news? A few simple swaps make a big difference! Visit https://bit.ly/49OR0qm to learn more and discover more gardening trends for 2026!

If you were a hedgehog which garden would you prefer!?

01/20/2026

The deadline to convert existing residential lighting in Lago Vista is June 21, 2028

01/14/2026

Help preserve our stellar night sky for future generations

International Dark Sky Week | April 13–20, 2026

From quiet moments under the stars to thriving ecosystems and healthier communities, the night plays a vital role in our lives. International Dark Sky Week (IDSW) is a time to celebrate the beauty and importance of the night!

Join us this April as we “Go Dark” to explore the night and take action to protect dark skies worldwide.

Check out the IDSW site here https://bit.ly/39ORCy1 and plan your celebration!

📷 Photo by Natasha Chortos.

01/08/2026

This year, we’re focused on solutions. We’re scaling up programs that reduce light pollution and equipping our community with practical ways to protect the night.

We invite you to join our upcoming Advocate Action, where we’ll discuss International Dark Sky Week 2026 and share actionable steps individuals and communities can take to support dark skies.

Together, let’s tend the lights down and help restore the night.

🔗 Register to join the conversation: https://bit.ly/3LkIGGy

📷 Photo by Will Hudson.

01/04/2026

Thank you Lago Vista Mayor Shane R. Saum!

12/29/2025

For as long as Earth has revolved around the sun, night has been part of life’s rhythm.

Now, a private company is proposing to turn darkness into a commodity—using satellites to reflect sunlight onto Earth at night.

DarkSky opposes Reflect Orbital’s proposal and is calling on our community to speak up. The night sky belongs to everyone.

Learn more, sign our open letter, and stay informed as this issue moves forward: https://bit.ly/4jqMN0J