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Students conduct a light pollution survey in their local area using sky quality meters or smartphone apps. They'll document the number of visible stars at different locations and times, create light pollution maps, and analyze how urban development affects night sky visibility. Compare results between forested areas and urban spaces.

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Students will measure and compare light penetration through different forest canopy densities during day and night. Using light meters, they'll investigate how forest coverage affects ambient light levels and discuss the importance of natural darkness for nocturnal ecosystems.

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US Forest Service Research and Development

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Northern Research Station | US Forest Service Research and Development

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Students research and present on how light pollution affects nocturnal animals in forest ecosystems. They'll focus on specific species (owls, bats, moths) and create detailed reports on how artificial light disrupts their natural behaviors, feeding patterns, and navigation.

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Students work in groups to design a model community that balances human needs for lighting with environmental conservation. They'll create blueprints incorporating smart lighting solutions, forest preservation areas, and dark sky zones.

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Students maintain a monthly observation journal comparing star visibility from different locations. They'll document constellations, moon phases, and other celestial events, while analyzing how nearby forest cover and artificial lighting affect their observations.

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Students conduct a comparative study of plant and tree health in areas with different levels of artificial night lighting. They'll measure growth rates, leaf density, and seasonal changes, creating data visualizations to show their findings.

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Light Pollution Solution Innovation Challenge

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Light Pollution Solution Innovation Challenge

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Students develop and present innovative solutions to reduce light pollution while maintaining necessary lighting for human activities. They should consider forest preservation, wildlife corridors, and dark sky requirements in their proposals.

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Using GIS tools, students create interactive maps showing the relationship between forest cover, urban development, and light pollution in their region. They'll include historical data to show changes over time.

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Students design and implement a public awareness campaign about light pollution's effects on forests and astronomical observation. They'll create educational materials, social media content, and organize a community dark sky event.

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Students conduct an audit of their school or local community's outdoor lighting. They'll evaluate current lighting practices, identify problems, and propose forest-friendly lighting solutions that minimize impact on local wildlife and star visibility.

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Students learn astrophotography techniques and document the night sky from various locations. They'll compare photos taken in forested areas vs urban settings, creating a visual record of light pollution's impact on celestial observation.

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Students analyze existing environmental policies related to light pollution and forest protection. They'll draft proposed amendments or new policies that better address the interconnection between forest preservation and dark sky conservation.