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Highland eyes on the Super Worm Moon





Sky watchers are being reminded of this weekend's chance to catch a glimpse of the 'Worm Moon' tonight.

The 'worm moon' due this weekend
The 'worm moon' due this weekend

One resort company has even gone to extent of issuing some top tips for the evening especially for those in lockdown looking for a visual treat at 7.48pm.

Parkdean Resorts, who own and operate 67 holiday parks across Scotland, England and Wales are the UK’s largest holiday park operator and recommend a safe activity for all enjoying clear skies.

What is the Super Worm Moon?

The full moon in March is called the Worm Moon because it represents earthworms reappearing in the soil as the ground begins to thaw. It is also a Supermoon because it is at its closest to Earth, making it appear bigger and brighter than usual.

Top tips to see the Worm Moon

Either wrapped up warm in the garden or admiring the night sky from a window, here are Parkdean’s top tips for stargazing:

Get up high!

The further up you are, the better your chance of a clear sky to see the stars. Take a hike in your local area and explore the surroundings to find the perfect stargazing spot! The further you are away from light pollution the better chance you'll have of seeing the stars. Moons always rise in the east and set in the west - so follow this direction in your search.

Turn off the lights

For those stargazing from the comfort of their homes, turning off the lights indoors can improve the visibility of the night sky, so long as you’re not afraid of the dark! Artificial light can make it harder to see stars in the sky so make sure wherever you are is as dark as possible.

Research what you’re looking at

Enhance the stargazing experience and download Star Chart free on AR enabled Apple or Android devices. Star Chart allows you to point the camera at the night sky and will tell you exactly what is up there!

Use the Time and Date website for the best chance of spotting the planets. It allows you to input your location, before generating information about when the planets are most visible. With lots of helpful information about what's in the universe, this is a great way to educate the family about the wonders of space.

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