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Written and curated by professional photographer and veteran Aurora chaser, Andy keen

The Art of Aurora Chasing – Your Ultimate Guide

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Introduction

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Chapter 1: Understanding the Aurora

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Chapter 2: The Aurora Borealis – The Northern Lights

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Chapter 3: The Aurora Australis – The Southern Lights

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Chapter 4: Aurora Forecasting & Space Weather

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Chapter 5: Planning & Executing an Aurora Chase

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Chapter 6: Out of This World Auroras

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Chapter 7: Aurora Folklore & Cultural Significance

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Chapter 8: The Best Aurora Destinations – The Ones You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

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Chapter 9: The Pioneers of Aurora Science

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Chapter 10: Capturing the Aurora – Photography Tips & Techniques

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Chapter 11: Useful Resources for Aurora Chasers

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Chapter 12: Final Thoughts – The Magic of Aurora Chasing

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About the Author – Andy Keen

Never stop learning

Fascinating facts about the Aurora Borealis

Caused by Solar Activity

The Aurora Borealis occurs when charged particles from the Sun collide with Earth's atmosphere, exciting gases like oxygen and nitrogen, which then emit light. The colour of the aurora depends on the altitude and type of gas—green is the most common, while red, purple, and blue are rarer.

Best Seen in the Aurora Oval

The most reliable places to witness the Northern Lights are within the Auroral Oval, an area around the Earth’s magnetic poles where auroral activity is strongest. Locations such as Northern Norway, Sweden, and Finland offer prime viewing conditions due to their high-latitude positioning and dark winter skies.

Influenced by the Solar Cycle

The intensity and frequency of auroras are linked to the Sun’s 11-year solar cycle. Solar maximum (2024-2025) brings the strongest displays due to increased solar storms, while auroras remain visible even during solar minimum, especially in high-latitude regions.

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