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Travel + Leisure
15 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- Travel + Leisure
7 Must-see Astro Events in the Night Sky You Won't Want to Miss This June
Celestial meetups abound in the night sky this month, from eye-popping planet pairings to a crossing of the moon and Mars. Even better: you can view many of June's best sky sights from a city or the suburbs. Of course, traveling to a dark-sky destination, such as a national park, will elevate your stargazing experience, especially during late June's meteor shower. And dark skies are especially important when northern lights are in the forecast, which could happen at any time, given we're still in the heart of solar maximum—the roughly 11-year peak in aurora activity. The lights put on an unexpected contiguous U.S. show in late May 2025, and those ribbons could dance again at any moment; here's our guide to catching them. Now, it's time for June's night-sky highlights. Here's what to look for while stargazing this month. Don't miss sunset on June 7—particularly the roughly half hour after the orange orb sinks, when Mercury and Jupiter will travel toward the horizon in tandem. You can admire the pair in the same field of view in binoculars or a backyard telescope from June 7 through the evening of June 9. (For safety, wait until the sun has fully set before using viewing aids to watch the planets.) June's full moon earned the 'strawberry' nickname for the month's proliferation of the bright red berries. According to The Old Farmer's Almanac, the name originated with Indigenous communities like the Algonquian, Ojibwe, Dakota, and Lakota tribes. It will reach its peak illumination at 3:44 p.m. ET; catch it rising above the southeast horizon after sunset. And despite the fruity label, this month's moon won't actually look pink. A mesmerizing view of strawberry moon in the dark night sky. Around 2 a.m. local time on June 19, the half-moon and vivid Saturn will tango together in the eastern sky. The duo will be close enough to share a view in your stargazing binoculars this morning. Scan down to spot Venus, which rises just after Saturn and the moon in the eastern sky. Friday, June 20, marks the beginning of summer in the northern hemisphere and the start of winter in the southern hemisphere. To celebrate the new season's kick-off, here are 23 summer vacation ideas for 2025—or, for powder chasers, a buzzy new hotel to bookmark for skiing in New Zealand this winter. Add another celestial meetup to your June stargazing bucket list with the close approach of Venus and the moon in the pre-dawn hours of June 22. This morning, the sliver of a moon will appear just above Venus along the eastern horizon. Saturn will glow in the sky to the right, and the sparkly Pleiades star cluster will be visible just to the pair's left. The June Bootid meteor shower is weak compared to the late-summer Perseids, but it has been known to produce unexpected flurries of 100 or more meteors per hour, according to You can try your luck with the Bootids during the peak overnight from June 26 to 27. The shower's radiant point, located in the constellation Bootes, will be visible high in the western sky after sunset and into the pre-dawn hours. Head out for sunset on June 29 to watch the crescent moon temporarily cover Mars. The objects appear to cross right as the sun sets, and they'll slowly separate from each other as they near the western horizon. Enjoy the show from sunset until around midnight local time, and keep an eye out for Mercury on the northwest horizon after sunset, too.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
When can you see June's full moon in Wisconsin?
The first full moon of the summer is almost upon us, Wisconsin. June's summer moon will reach peak illumination on June 11. Here's what to know about your chances of seeing it in Wisconsin: The Strawberry Moon will reach peak illumination on June 11 at 3:44 a.m. EST. Want to know when to see it in Wisconsin? The Old Farmer's Almanac has a moonrise and moonset calculator, which lets users search by state, city or ZIP code. More: Summer is almost here. What to know about the start of the 2025 season in Wisconsin No, the Strawberry Moon is not a supermoon. There will be three super full moons later in the year, according to Used by the Algonquian and Ojibwe tribes, June's full moon got its name to mark the "ripening of 'June-bearing' strawberries that are ready to be gathered," The Old Farmer's Almanac says. Some other names for the Strawberry Moon are the Blooming Moon, Birth Moon and Honey Moon. More: What will summer weather be like in Wisconsin in 2025? Here's what the Old Farmer's Almanac predicts Here's a list of Wisconsin spots that could offer some of the best views of the night sky: Newport State Park, Ellison Bay Driftless Wisconsin Harrington Beach State Park Kettle Moraine State Forest Kohler-Andrae State Park Parnell Tower Here is the full moon schedule for 2025: June 11: Strawberry Moon July 10: Buck Moon Aug. 9: Sturgeon Moon Sept. 7: Harvest Moon Oct. 6: Hunter's Moon Nov. 5: Beaver Moon Dec. 4: Cold Moon More: The biggest astronomical events in 2025: Eclipses to meteor showers and full moon schedule Alex Groth contributed to this report. This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Strawberry Moon 2025: How and when to see June full moon in Wisconsin
Hamilton Spectator
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
Les Couchi's new book traces the history of NFN, from its beginnings to today
Les Couchi's new book, Our Warrior Spirit, presents a history of Nipissing First Nation, from the early days to the present. He covers a lot of territory within the pages, as the community 'has seen an enormous change in my lifetime.' The book, which is lavishly illustrated with photographs and maps, contains four main parts, with each discussing different eras of the community's history. Much of Our Warrior Spirit draws on Couchi's own experiences. He has lived in Nipissing First Nation his whole life, and the book's style is often very conversational. He also conducted interviews with many elders to provide more colour to the history. As he wrote in the book's dedication, 'Nipissing First Nation is thankful for our ancestors who defiantly challenged colonialism and succeeded in overcoming many obstacles confronting our Nation. This book will showcase their tenacity, endurance, and defiance that led us back to our cultural roots.' Couchi also explained that part of his inspiration to write the book was to leave a path for the younger generation — 'a book of tracks that I would leave behind.' One section details the importance of hockey within the community, especially how the Nipissing Warriors team — which Couchi played for — inspired so many. 'The hockey team helped unite the community,' Couchi said, which is why he dedicated a few chapters to its history and significance. He also recalled the sense of isolation many felt in the community, especially in the early days. 'Back then in the '30s, 40s, and even the 50s, there were very few people who could afford a car on the First Nation. So, if you lived in the North Bay end, and someone else lived near the Sturgeon end, you might as well be in another country.' 'Even to call people over there was a long-distance call,' Couchi recalled. He emphasized that through the Nipissing Warriors team, 'We both came together, the Duchesnay and Garden Village communities, in the 60s, as both had been developing hockey players at the same time. They brought them together and they became a winning franchise, so to speak, and the people responded by going to all the games.' As for the title, which draws from the Warrior hockey team, Couchi explained, 'In the Aboriginal community, the Ojibwe community, a warrior is not just someone who fights to defend his country or his territory, he works with the community to help it survive.' Couchi's history continues with a section entitled Growth and Prosperity, and concludes with a chapter titled Journey Forward, which also includes an appendix of some Ojibwe stories. Throughout the book, Couchi draws from many of his personal experiences as a police officer, an educator, and his recovery from substance abuse. The later of which is often used as an analogy for the recovery of the community itself. 'The book talks about survival of individuals,' Couchi noted. 'And how our lives have changed during our lifetimes, and how the hockey team united us. Now the kids all were our logo that we wore back in the day. The culture is back, and we're a very financially secure First Nation, probably more secure than some of our neighbours.' Couchi concluded, 'It's kind of a Phoenix story, and you have to give the dark side before you start raving about how good things are today. We use the warrior spirit for everybody in the community to stick together and help to build this place.' Couchi's Our Warrior Spirit is available to order from Amazon. David Briggs is a Local Journalism Initiative reporter who works out of BayToday, a publication of Village Media. The Local Journalism Initiative is funded by the Government of Canada.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Celebration set to mark 10 years of Chief Bemidji statue
May 23—BEMIDJI — Shaynowishkung (he who rattles) was an unorthodox Ojibwe leader from the mid-19th century, known as a peacemaker among settlers and the roughly 50 Ojibwe who followed him. Over time, Shaynowishkung became a beloved figure to both groups that called the Bemidji area home. Commonly known as "Chief Bemidji," he gained the title among settlers as they mistook the lake's name, Bemijigamaag, as his own. To honor the charismatic leader, Bemidji erected the Chief Shaynowishkung statue that stands at Library Park along Paul Bunyan Drive with Lake Bemidji as a backdrop, roughly a century and a half after he placed his stake in the region. His statue has stood strong and tall for 10 years. The Beltrami County Historical Society, in partnership with the Bemidji Statue Committee, will host a celebration to honor the statue's 10th anniversary at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 7, at Library Park. "This special event honors a decade of reflection, remembrance and recognition of Shaynowishkung, an Ojibwe leader whose presence continues to shape our understanding of local history, diplomacy and cultural respect," a release said. The ceremony will begin with a brief presentation at the statue, followed by a guided walk to Shaynowishkung's historic home site near The Coffee District, east of the Mississippi River between Lake Bemidji and Lake Irving. Participants will then return via the rail trail to the Beltrami County History Center. Elaine Fleming, Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe elder, activist and former Cass Lake mayor, will offer a public program about Shaynowishkung's life, legacy and importance. Fleming is a founding member of the Bemidji Truth and Reconciliation group and has been an influential voice in place-name restoration, Indigenous language revitalization and community healing. The history center welcomes all to the free event. Refreshments will be served at the history center following the program. A limited number of wheelchairs will be available. Additionally, a shuttle bus ride from the history center to the program and back will be available for those at the center before the load time at 9:45 a.m. Those who need to reserve a wheelchair can send an email to depot@ or call (218) 444-3376. For more information on the event or other summertime history center events, visit
Gulf Today
19-05-2025
- General
- Gulf Today
‘Chicken lady' faces legal trouble as birds come flocking in
Kyeland Jackson, Tribune News Service Chicken owners from across the Twin Cities have been known to dump fowl on Miranda Meyer's St. Paul doorstep in the middle of the night. Outside her house on Hatch Avenue — yes, St. Paul's 'chicken lady' lives on Hatch Avenue — neighbours stop and watch the birds strut toward feed scattered near Meyer's black hearse. Hens like Sweet Pea, found half-frozen in a bush, ruffle their feathers in a white coop. Meyer's rooster, Jimothy Dean Scrambles, perches on a fence and crows. Minneapolis animal control officials call Meyer, 32, to rehome abandoned chickens. But in her home city, St. Paul animal control has issued citations against her flock, exposing her to legal trouble even as she pursues work she considers to be within her rights as a tribal member. Meyer is worried that the fowl troubles will worsen this year. 'We're taking hundreds of birds every summer, and it's only getting bigger and bigger,' Meyer said. 'There's so many people who are going into this blind thinking, 'I just want free eggs.'' Meyer started work in what she called the 'the death industry' at 15. After more than a decade of cleaning crime scenes and preparing burials, dealing with death and silence weighed on her. 'It makes you feel not human because then you can't connect with other people,' Meyer said. But Meyer always felt she could connect with animals, and she said the Standing Rock protests a few years ago inspired a change. Meyer is a member of the Ojibwe tribe whose name, Ikwe Niibawi Wiiji Migizi Miigwan, means 'woman who stands with eagle feather.' She said the protests made her think about sustainability, prompting her to adopt three chickens. She quickly found she had a knack for working with the birds. The goal of the operation she runs from her single-family house, the Balsam Lake Bachelor Flock and Poultry Rehab, is to rehabilitate and return chickens and roosters to owners who pay her what they can afford. The rehab runs through her properties in St. Paul and Balsam Lake, Wis., and she said the goal is to help chicken owners and people who cannot afford eggs, meat and high veterinary bills. When she can't rehabilitate roosters, Meyer drives them to Balsam Lake and releases them on her 40-acre property, or slaughters them to bring meat to neighbours and reservations. Hmong farmers give Meyer leftover vegetables as chicken feed in return for eggs, fertiliser and meat. She donates dozens of fertilised eggs to St. Paul school teachers, who hatch them in class and return the chicks to her. The Minneapolis Police Department and Minneapolis Animal Care and Control began phoning for help with chickens abandoned in cemeteries, parking garages and on the tarmac at Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport. Meyer said that up to 20 hens and two roosters now stay with her. But at a peak last year, she said she was accepting 30 roosters a week. That ran her afoul of St. Paul Animal Services, which ticketed Meyer last October and again in March for having a rooster and no permit to own chickens. Roosters are prohibited in St. Paul, and a rooster permit in Minneapolis costs $110. Meyer disputes the need for a permit, arguing that the work is within her rights as an Ojibwe tribal member with federal protections. For St. Paul resident Va Xiong and others, chickens are crucial for religious ceremonies addressing birth, life and death. Xiong, 42, started raising chickens for the first time this year to provide for his family and their ceremonies. Many Hmong people who emigrated to Minnesota brought cultural practices involving chickens. Xiong explined that the birds are considered guides for spirits of the deceased, wards against sickness and vital nutritional support for women giving birth. Many still believe in those customs but turned from tradition to adjust to city laws, returning chickens to farms after ceremonies instead of sacrificing them. But Xiong said St. Paul's restrictions forced him to raise fowl outside the city limits, and he believes residents are being ticketed while holding chickens for similar practices. 'That is why a lot of the Hmong community and Asian communities have these chickens in the city limits, and the city is making it tough for these Asian communities to hold chickens,' Xiong said. He said the permit process can take months. St. Paul Animal Services Manager Molly Lunaris said most applications are approved the same day, but the department is working to streamline the process through an online application that could be available within a year. Lunaris said rules considered burdensome by some exist for the city's health, safety and livability. 'We regularly seek staff and resident input to assess whether our ordinances are current, efficient, and effective, and work to implement changes when necessary,' Lunaris said in a statement. She said the agency is working to move away from criminal citations in favor of administrative actions. Lunaris added that the agency has not seized any birds claimed to be used for religious purposes and would consult with the City Attorney's Office before doing so. Scores of Minnesotans are turning to co-ops and community-supported agriculture shares to save money on eggs. Many more are turning to backyard chicken coops.
