A Rare Natural Phenomenon Is Occurring This Summer In Oregon, And You Won’t Want To Miss It
This summer, a rare natural occurrence will take place above the state of Oregon, and it’s going to be amazing. On August 21st, 2017, a total solar eclipse will be passing through the Beaver State, a rare event that will darken the skies and create a spectacle so amazing that roughly 1 million people are coming from across the world to bare witness.
You'll definitely want to have your plans figured out ahead of time, since hotels are already booked up and traffic is going to be very hectic day-of.
With the light of the sun obscured, the sky darkens and the sun disappears, except for a thin, beautiful ring of light around the edge of the sun. It's a strange and beautiful sight.
Make sure to get yourself a pair ahead of time.
Reservable campsites have also filled up quickly, but there are many non-reservable campgrounds you can try to snag closer to the date.
Or, you can grab a front row seat in a friend's backyard.
There's the Oregon Eclipse Festival in the Ochoco National Forest, Solar Fest in Madras, The OMSI Solar Eclipse Viewing Party at the Oregon County Fairgrounds, the Total Eclipse of the Garden in Silverton, Moonshadow Festival in Central Oregon, Indy Goes Dark Festival in Independence, and many more. Tickets are selling out fast just about everywhere, so get yours soon!
The entire event will be taking place (in Oregon) between roughly 10:15and 10:27am.
Check out this short video by The Oregonian to find out more:
What are your plans for the big day?
Oregon is also home to numerous natural phenomena you can check out year-round. Find out more here.
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