If you follow the news, you’ve probably heard the dramatic headlines proclaiming the coming of northern lights. If you have looked up recently, you’ve probably noticed they haven’t shown up … yet.
In this week’s essay on the Little Dipper blogpost, we will look at the role of science versus the joys of serendipity in experiencing the wonders of the aurora. Which is better, science or serendipity?
The answer in Wednesday’s offering from the Little Dipper blog. Hint: the photo you see above which was exhibited for a year in the American Museum of Natural History, was taken on an night when science said there was little or no chance of northern lights.
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See you on Wednesday with the new essay.
— Jeff