silently, one by one, in the infinite meadows of heaven, blossomed the lovely stars, the forget-me-nots of the angels. - Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
if you live near a brightly lit city, drive away from the glow of city lights and toward the constellation from which meteors will appear to radiate. once you have settled at your observing spot, lay back or position yourself so the horizon appears at the edge of your peripheral vision, with the stars and sky filling your field of view. meteors will instantly grab your attention as they streak by. treat meteor watching like you would 4th of July fireworks. pack comfortable chairs, food and drinks, blankets, plus a red-filtered flashlight for reading maps and charts without ruining your night vision. binoculars are not necessary - your eyes will do just fine. however, loved ones are most definitely necessary ♥ the shower will peak in the predawn hours. happy viewing!
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