Complete a Home Inventory
Follow the guide and use the inventory sheet to inventory your home lighting. See if the lighting you currently have at your residence is by IDA!
We’re here to help with questions and resources!
Becoming Dark Sky Community
The Rangeley Region is home to some of the best stargazing in the country. Did you know Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust and our partners are working to certify Rangeley as a Dark Sky International Community? A DSI Dark Sky Community is a town, city, municipality, or other legally organized community that has shown exceptional dedication to preserving the night sky through implementing and enforcing a quality outdoor lighting ordinance, dark sky education, and citizenry support of dark skies.
How Can You Help? Start Here!
We need your help! Here’s an overview of how to get involved.
Connect with Us
Linda Dexter
Dark Sky Community Certification Coordinator
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Register for a Dark Sky Tour
We offer Dark Sky Tours and educational programs throughout the year and for all ages. Visit our Facebook events to learn more or get in touch with our programs coordinator.
Why Your Lighting Matters
This quick video shows you the power of a shield.
Are your outdoor lights on too often, too bright, or do they overlight your property? Learn the Five Principles of Outdoor Lighting.
Keep Learning... Watch These Documentaries
Illuminate the issues regarding light pollution and learn three simple actions you can take.
Explore the need to preserve night skies and what you can do to combat light pollution.
Defending the Dark
Follow the preservation of dark sky areas in the north Maine woods.
Take the Dark Sky Pledge ✨
Small changes made by many people make a real difference.
Night Sky Tours
Watch a Night Sky Tour
Throughout the year we host Night Sky Tours within the Rangeley Lakes Region in partnership with Northern Stars Planetarium.
Please join us in the field on a clear night or enjoy the stars from the comfort of your couch with our videos unlocking the night sky.
Visit our Facebook page for upcoming programs.
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Lend a Hand with Surveys 
We’ll need to conduct surveys in our community. Sign up to help out!
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