Astro TrailsAug 2, 20211 minWhat is a Total Solar Eclipse?An eclipse of the Sun occurs when the orbit of the moon passes in front of the Sun as seen from the Earth. The shadow of the moon follows...
Astro TrailsAug 1, 20211 minPhases of a Total Solar EclipseThere are five stages in a total solar eclipse: Partial eclipse begins (1st contact): The Moon becomes visible over the Sun's disk. It...
Astro TrailsJul 31, 20211 minWhat is an Annular Solar Eclipse?When the Moon is at a more distant point of its orbit the Sun is not completely covered and a very small, bright circle or annulus...
Astro TrailsJul 30, 20212 minPlanning to see an EclipseSuccess in observing an eclipse requires a mix of detailed research and, as far as the weather goes, an element of luck! You need to know...
Astro TrailsJul 29, 20212 minThe Eclipse eventThe Eclipse observation site On the day of the eclipse you will want to get to your observation site in good time before “first contact”....