Michigan Aurora Chasers

Chasing the Northern Lights!

The Michigan Aurora Chasers help people in Michigan and surrounding areas chase, photograph and experience the Aurora. Our Aurora Forecasts are available inside the Facebook Group.

Michigan Aurora Alerts are available by searching @MichiganAuroraAlerts on the Telegram App. For more details, learn how to Connect with Us!

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Celebrating the Michigan Aurora Chasers! Photograph by Christina Cantu Sharp.

A Vibrant Community

Our community welcomes people of all backgrounds and experience levels, posting Live Alerts in our Facebook Group when Northern Lights are sighted. We help novice and seasoned Aurora Chasers understand when the Aurora might be possible at latitudes near them.

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The Northern Lights dance on Lake Michigan's shore above the 45th Parallel. Photograph by Patrick Grubba.
The Northern Lights dance on Lake Michigan’s shore above the 45th Parallel. Photograph by Patrick Grubba.
The founder of the Michigan Aurora Chasers leads a Live Chase with the help of Group Experts on Lake Superior’s shore in July 2021. Photograph by Nate Stovall.

Meet the Founder

Meet our group founder, Melissa F. Kaelin, and get more information about her upcoming appearances, opportunities to collaborate, and tools she has shared to help beginners on the chase!

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“Never apologize for burning too brightly or collapsing into yourself every night. That is how galaxies are made.”

Tyler Kent White

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Follow us on Instagram to help the group achieve 10,000 Followers & launch a broadcast channel for Live Aurora Alerts specific to Michigan!

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A corona takes formation over southern Michigan during a strong Aurora display. Photograph by Admin Gerry Beth Buckel, in loving memory.

Immerse Yourself in Night Skies

Find out what it takes to catch the Aurora in Michigan and surrounding areas. Join the adventure, help us keep our passion sustainable,
and become part of an amazing community!

Guides

Learn the ropes of Aurora Chasing and overcome the obstacles Aurora Chasers face.

Events

Attend our events, find photography workshops, or attend conventions with like-minded people.

Resources

Tap our links and resources that can help anyone catch the Northern Lights.

Photography

Enjoy beautiful photography from our talented members around the state and the region.

Apparel & Gear

Shop our store! Get your own Michigan Aurora Chasers gear and apparel.

Opportunities

Join us to chase the Aurora, see your artwork showcased, or get involved.

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