A rare and awe-inspiring event is set to take place on April 8 – a total solar eclipse. This phenomenon, where the moon obscures the sun’s disk and casts its shadow across the Earth, will be visible from Mexico through the United States and into Canada. What makes this eclipse even more special is that it will be the last one to touch the Lower 48 states until 2044, and some locations won’t witness an eclipse for even longer.
For those looking to make this once-in-a-lifetime occurrence even more memorable, there are several ways to enhance your eclipse viewing experience. Whether you have money to spend or prefer a more hands-on approach, there are options available that cater to different preferences and budgets.
One unique opportunity is to team up with NASA, even from the comfort of your own home. NASA is celebrating the eclipse by hosting events in cities along the path of totality, where eclipse chasers can join in the festivities. Additionally, there are participatory science projects that invite people to collect data for research during the eclipse. These projects vary in scope, from measuring changes happening on Earth to