Shenandoah National Park
Coverage of Shenandoah National Park in the Nexus archive.
- Eyes to the Skies: August features partial eclipses of the sun and moon
August 2026 features partial eclipses of the sun and moon, including a solar eclipse visible in the D.C. region on August 12, which will obscure 1% of the sun. The month also highlights the peak of the Perseid meteor shower and optimal viewing of the Milky Way. Celestial events include planetary alignments and the star Algol reaching minimum brightness.
- Full buck moon may bring color as it rises Wednesday night
The Full Buck Moon will rise on Wednesday night, potentially displaying vibrant colors like the previous Full Strawberry Moon. The moonrise is expected around 9 p.m. in the southeast, with precise timing available via Time And Date. Shenandoah National Park will host an astronomy event featuring Greg Redfern's presentation on the Milky Way.
- Heading to Shenandoah National Park’s Appalachian Trail? Look out for suspected norovirus
Shenandoah National Park's Appalachian Trail has seen reports of severe sickness linked to suspected norovirus. The National Park Service advises hikers to boil water, avoid sharing items, practice handwashing, and isolate if symptomatic to prevent spread.