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Unlock Your Potential in the Shadow of the Eclipse!
April, 8 2024
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OhioEclipse.Org
Home of Ohio's Total Solar Eclipse
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Welcome to OhioEclipse.Org, your ultimate hub for the April 8, 2024 & October 14, 2023 partial eclipse in Ohio! As the go-to source for News, Events, Education, and Supplies related to this celestial event, we're dedicated to bringing you all the details you need. Join us in preparing for this incredible eclipse in Ohio!
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On April, 8 2024 we have the opportunity to view a Total Solar Eclipse! This celestial event is rare, and will be the first time a Total Eclipse has passed directly over Ohio since the year 1806!
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A Total Solar Eclipse occurs when the moons orbit passes just perfectly between the Sun, and Earth. When this happens, the moon blocks the light traveling from Sun to the Earth's surface, and casts a shadow on the earth's surface. The path that the shadow follows along the earths surface is known as the "Path, Track, or Zone of Totality!"
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The image picture here shows the approximate path that the shadow will follow through Ohio.
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For more detailed maps, a list of counties, and more geographical information
Please visit The Following Link!
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Viewing A Total Solar Eclipse or Partial Solar Eclipse first hand can be a mesmerizing, and captivating experience when done properly.
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No Solar Eclipse is safe to view with the naked eye. Viewing without protection WILL cause permanent eye damage, and can cause blindness.
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Cardboard viewing glasses are by far the most popular choice among eclipse viewers. These glasses must meet ISO 123112-2 specification, and should only be purchased through a trusted source. Another popular option is welding glass. Welding glass must have a shade rating of 14 to be considered safe. Telescopes, binoculars, and cameras equipped with solar filters can be used, but again must be purchased through a trusted vendor.
Telescopes, binoculars, and cameras magnify the Sun's Light. These devices require solar filters beyond the protection of Iso 123112-2. Even while wearing approved glasses, NEVER view the sun directly through these devices without approved filters!
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For those who wish to view the Eclipse indirectly, A cardboard box, or projection viewer can be easily built out of household supplies. Viewers with existing vision conditions, chronic eye related disease, infants, and very young children should ONLY view the Eclipse indirectly.
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To learn more about Eclipse safety, view instructions on creating indirect viewing devices, or to purchase ISO 123112-2 certified glasses. Please follow the following links!
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More Helpful Links
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Many schools throughout Ohio will remain open on Eclipse day 2024. Our educational outreach is aimed to educate educators and present thought provoking insight as to what Eclipse day might be like. With an experienced network of Astronomy professionals and Eclipse experts we hope to increase planning efficiency, educate, and aid Ohio Schools throughout the process of planning a successful Eclipse.
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As Eclipse Day approaches, it is our goal to provide Schools with fun and engaging videos, literature, and in-person presentations that will help inspire the young scientific minds of tomorrow. Content will be periodically released, and distributed for FREE through our "Teachers Portal"at the link below
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In Ohio Educators are faced with a set of unique decisions such as remaining open, early/late dismissals, logistics during traffic, hosting events, and providing eyewear.
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Public Educators can request donations, and special pricing through the link below
*Donation recipients will be announced, and notified by 12/20/2023. Reduced special pricing is available to ALL public educational entities, and teachers of all levels upon request.
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What Is a Solar Eclipse?
