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Show APR 1992 - WARMING TIMES - 5 Apr/May Sky Show warm, gentle glow of lights inside APRIL: (All times MDT) 16—Full Moon 10:42 pm. people’s homes. 21—Lyrid meteor shower peaks unshielded lights are often related to hostile situations, where there is fear of 24—Last Quarter Moon 3:40 pm. Jupiter remains bright through the month. Saturn will rise in the early morning hours. It will be near the moon on the 25th and 26th. MAY: 2—New Moon 11:44 am. 4—ETA Aquarid meteor shower peaks 9—lst Quarter Moon 9:43 am. 16—Full Moon 10:03 pm. The ETA Aquarid meteor shower peaks in the early or pre-dawn sky (from 10 to 40 per hour). This could be the best of the year. The mornings of When you think of it, harsh who want your consideration but have to increase the stress on a victim. In these instances, they are very effective. not been willing to talk directly to the Fortunately we have little need, as yet, for security lighting here in this valley, but even if someone wants them, security lights can be shielded so that they illuminate the property without disturbing the neighbors. Conversely, subdued lighting is used to create a warm, gentle, even romantic glow. Not while Saturn rises earlier each morning. This will be a great year for observing Saturn. —Sam Welch from across the road. Better yet, ask your neighbors if your lights have an the 3rd and 5th will also be active, (Extracted from Astronomy Magazine) CV “Lamp Shade" Law Last spring Castle Valley passed an ordinance regulating the use of outdoor lights. Because of the large impact on them. It is most important to find a way to arrange your lights so that no one is bothered by them. Neighbors don ’t like to complain; if they do, the situation has probably had a much greater impact on them than you realize. We rarely see our own number of complaints from people who lights since they usually shine out and enjoy the beauty of Castle Valley at away from our own houses. night, the Town adopted an ordinance that acknowledged both the right of If this seems like the dreaded “telling people what to do,” please people to have and use outdoor night lighting, and the right of neighbors not to have bright lights shining in their eyes. It’s a lot like driving at night, when it is common courtesy (reinforced by law) to dim your headlights for ’ oncoming cars. Our rule simply requires that any outdoor lights be shielded or directed so the glare of the Valley during the last few years. Even if bright lights don’t bother you, there are a large number of your neighbors attack, or during severe interrogations too many romantic or companionable dinners are enjoyed beneath mercury vapor lights (or even florescent lights). If you have outdoor lights, please check them out some night soon. See how they look from your neighbor’s or about half that of the 4th. Jupiter remains bright in the evening sky, No other single issue has caused more conflict and stress in Castle think about it for a minute; it is really a protection for those who want to be left alone and who don’t want to bother others. Shining a bright light in someone else’s eyesforces them to live under the glare of your lights. person causing the problem, usually because complaining feels so uncom- fortable. The beauty of our desert night skies is a treat and blessing that few people can still enjoy in the United States, due to pollution and excessive lighting in most parts of the country. It is a mistake to take this experience for granted, risking the loss of it for ourselves, our neighbors, and our guests here in Castle Valley. —Jack Campbell WE SUGGEST YOU USE THE SUGGESTION BOX . to tell us what articles you want to read—or write - to suggest how we can improve - to place Box or Quik ads - to deliver your Letter to the Editor - to contribute calendar listings, good news, or money - to volunteer —what part do you want to play? - to contact Town Council & POA WHERE IS THIS SUGGESTION BOX? Easy. It's just under the box where you picked up this newsletter. light does not impact either the neighbors or the Town roads. In other words, it’s ok to shine your lights on your property but not on your neighbor’s. Now that the days and nights are warming up, more of us and our visitors are enjoying the outdoors at Registered Na valo-Churro Sheep Exceptlonal Handsplnnlng Fleeces night. Bright, glaring outdoor lights detract from this pleasure, creating a harsh, blinding, abrasive distraction from the peaceful beauty of the darkness. I was fortunate enough to be out walking recently when all the glaring outdoor lights were off. The community seemed friendlier, more welcoming that night—instead of lights glaring in my eyes, there was only the S E L L I N G Ready-to-spln Wool - Handspun Yarns Breeding Stock - Freezer Lambs ROGER LOWRY 801 -259—6589 CVSR 1708 MOAB. UTAH 84532 |
