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!
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.
Tools for Aurora Chasing
- View Aurora in your area using an interactive Dark Sky Map
- Explore Video Guides from the Michigan Aurora Chasers
- Learn the basics of Night Sky Etiquette
- Subscribe for free Aurora Alerts
- Find a viewing location anywhere using the Empowered Guide, by Melissa F. Kaelin
- Download the free “Beginner’s Guide to Chasing Aurora” by Patrick Grubba
- Get the best apps, forecasts, webcams and more with the MI Aurora Resource List
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!
“Never apologize for burning too brightly or collapsing into yourself every night. That is how galaxies are made.”
Tyler Kent White
Join 3,100+ followers
Follow us on Instagram to help the group achieve 10,000 Followers & launch a broadcast channel for Live Aurora Alerts specific to Michigan!
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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