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See the solar eclipse on your National Forests and Grasslands!

Image shows the solar corona around the moon surrounded by black during the 2017 solar eclipse.
The total solar eclipse of 2017, seen from the Mark Twain National Forest in Missouri. (USDA Photo Service photo by Cody Norris) Complete darkness, like the middle of the night—except it’s the middle of the day, and just moments before, the sun shone brightly. Total solar eclipses, like the…
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Woodsy Owl’s Solar Eclipse Tips

Illustration of Woodsy Owl holding up solar glasses and looking at the moon passing in front of the sun.
Woodsy Owl’s six eclipse tips are to know before you go, be considerate of others, prevent wildfires, wear eye protection, look around you, and give a hoot – don’t pollute! (USDA Forest Service illustration) Are you excited, too? A total solar eclipse will cross the United States on April 8,…
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