Waterton certified as the first transboundary Dark Sky Park
WATERTON, AB – Stargazers can put Waterton Lakes National Park and Glacier National Park on their to-do list.
The parks have received full certification from the International Dark Sky Association (IDA) as the first-ever International Dark Sky Park.
“The dark skies in the Waterton–Glacier International Peace Park truly are spectacular,” says Parks Canada President and CEO Ron Hallman. “Designation of the Peace Park as the world’s first international transboundary Dark Sky Park shows the world our commitment to protecting the environment, while offering opportunities for visitors to connect with nature, even at night.”
The designation follows the installation of dark sky-friendly LED lights in the Waterton townsite and West Glacier headquarters that meets outdoor lighting guidelines and IDA standards.