Witnessed by locals and photographers, a stunning aurora borealis display lit up the skies of Borrego Springs during a powerful geomagnetic storm on May 10th and 11th.

Plan your visit to Borrego Springs for the 2024 Perseid meteor shower. Discover dark skies, stunning landscapes, and unique attractions in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. Enjoy stargazing, hiking, and local art for an unforgettable experience.

Meet Dennis Mammana, a passionate astronomer with nearly five decades of experience in unraveling the mysteries of the cosmos. Dennis’s journey began in Easton, PA, where he was captivated by the launch of the first Earth-orbiting satellites in the late 1950s.

Capturing the Unseen: Borrego Springs’ Desert Aurora While the Northern Lights often steal the celestial spotlight, a recent phenomenon captured by photographer Chris Cook reveals that the heavens have more than one color palette at their disposal. On the evening of November 5, 2023, Cook witnessed a stunning display in the form of a Stable Auroral Red (SAR) arc, painting the skies above Borrego Springs, California, with hues of nocturnal red. A Serendipitous Spectacle Above the Santa Rosa Mountains Cook’s experience in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, east of San Diego, was serendipitous. His trained eye and equipment—specifically, a Canon EOS 6D paired with a Tamron 15-30mm f/2.8 lens —were primed for moments just like this. The 20-second exposure at ISO3200 allowed him to capture the elusive SAR arc, a phenomenon usually invisible to the naked eye but nonetheless spectacular when revealed by today’s camera technology.

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Discover MyFlyingEyes: Aerial Artistry By Dany Tomas Dany’s portfolio is a treasure trove of visual delights, spanning from captivating night photography that reveals the celestial beauty of stars and landscapes to impressive aerial films. Each piece of his work is a testament to his profound skill and expertise in the visual arts, bearing the distinctive artistic touch that is distinctly MyFlyingEyes. The Visual Tapestry: MyFlyingEyes’ Portfolio What truly sets MyFlyingEyes apart is Dany’s ability to unveil the world from above, courtesy of drone technology. This distinctive viewpoint breathes new life into natural landscapes and architectural wonders alike. Whether it’s rolling hills or iconic landmarks, his aerial perspective presents the world in a fresh and enchanting light.