Idaho gets the first International Dark-Sky Reserve in the United States

The United States has established its very first International Dark-Sky Reserve--one of 12 found around the globe, and now third largest in the world. The designation was granted to the Central Idaho Dark-Sky Reserve by the International Dark-Sky Association (IDA), which says the region offers 3600km² / 1400mi² of "exceptional or distinguished quality of night sky, view of the stars and nocturnal environment." The Central Idaho Dark-Sky Reserve IDA designation is a milestone for American conse...