April 06, 2021 - 3:06 PM
CORTEZ, Colo. - The Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado, known for preserving ancient cultural sites, has been designated the 100th International Dark Sky Park, park officials said.
In a statement Monday, the park said the certification would help foster astronomy-based recreation and tourism while improving energy efficiency and reducing operational costs in the park related to outdoor lighting, the Cortez Journal reported.
âWe are happy to announce our work to . provide visitors opportunities to experience the wonder of starry nights,â said park Superintendent Cliff Spencer. âNational Parks are some of the best places in America to see a breathtaking array of stars, planets and neighbouring galaxies.â
Mesa Verde National Park designated as dark sky park
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The Land Conservancy of West Michigan promoted its development leader to succeed its retiring executive director.
The Grand Rapids-based conservation nonprofit said it chose Kim Karn as its new executive director; her tenure started Monday. She succeeds Joe Engel, who is retiring after five years of leading the organization.
Karn joined the Land Conservancy as its development director in October 2019.
“In her time with us, Kim has demonstrated not only her skills as a kind and energetic leader, but the depth of her commitment to the preservation of West Michigan’s natural areas,” said Bill Lawrence, board chair for the Land Conservancy. “She is well positioned to lead the organization, and the board is excited to work with her.”