OUR MISSION
Fountain Hills Dark Sky Preservation’s mission is to inspire residents to take pride in the Town’s rare distinction as an International Dark Sky Community and to protect and preserve our night sky for the benefit of all living things.
GOALS
Expand community support for protecting our unique dark skies and natural surroundings through education, social interaction, and special events.
Pursue collaborative opportunities with local and regional stakeholders to raise awareness about the social, economic, and environmental benefits of smart lighting and protecting our dark skies.
Continue to meet and exceed annual Dark Sky Certification requirements.
Provide supplemental support to IDSDC, where appropriate, to augment its planning and development efforts toward the creation of an international tourist attraction.
QUALITY LIGHTING BEGINS AT YOUR FRONT DOOR
Curious how your outdoor lighting affects the night sky?
Fountain Hills Dark Sky offers a free, quick self-assessment. Answer a few questions and receive a personalized evaluation of your fixtures and their skyglow impact. Your responses are kept confidential.
ABOUT
As with all great things in Fountain Hills, it all began with a handful of passionate residents who thought, “I wonder how we can protect the unique dark skies we have here?” They put their idea into action, working in partnership with Town officials, and realized their dream on January 8, 2018.
Quick Links
Dark Sky-Friendly Lighting
Learn how to select the best lighting for your home or business. CLICK HERE.
Dark Sky Festival
Get information on the next festival. CLICK HERE.
My Neighbor's Lighting
What to do if you have a lighting complaint. CLICK HERE.
Where to Stargaze
Found out where to stargaze in Fountain Hills. CLICK HERE.
Annual Report
View our official Annual Report. CLICK HERE.