Bruneau Dunes – To tame a land
I had an awesome time camping with Gnotic Pasta, Mary Owens, and company, at Bruneau Dunes State Park, just outside of Boise, Idaho. The dunes are deceptive. A few meters from the top, the grade changes pretty dramatically. It was worth the effort. The Bruneau canyon was spectacular too. I can’t wait to go back to go camping in the mountains. We lucked out and the clouds cleared so we could see the Whirlpool Galaxy, Messier 51
http://www.universetoday.com/35997/messier-51/
I mentioned Virtual Star Party to Greg, one of the telescope operators there. It would be awesome if he follows up with Scott Lewis or Fraser Cain so everyone can check out the skies without light pollution.
http://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/parks/bruneau-dunes
