It has been asked "what do we lose, if we lose the night?" Take a journey through the brilliant night skies of Great Basin National Park. These dark skies are exceptional, but under threat. Ask yourself this question: does a solution exist?
Wind, water, and ice have carved the mountains of Great Basin National Park. Beginning in the 19th century, however, another force worked to shape these hills: the miner's pick.
Winter can be harsh in the Great Basin, but it is also the giver of life in the warmer months. See how winter's snow plays an essential role in the ecology of the region.