(meteorobs) Stargazing at State/National Parks out west

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At our house we're now in the process of  formulating our family 
summer vacation plans.  Two years ago, my  wife chose where we'd spend
our down-time and last year our two teenagers made  suggestions.
 
This year, it is MY turn to pick the venue.  

Since the Perseids occur at New Moon this year,  I'd like to go someplace 
out west where there are very dark, clear  skies.  My first thought was one
of our National Parks . . . but which one?   If anybody has any experience
with the State and National Parks out west --  especially in regard to 
stargazing -- and can make some suggestions, I'd  sure like to hear them.
 
-- joe r.  
 



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