Steve Bardwell
Steve Bardwell is the President of the Morongo Basin Conservation Association. Steve has been an advocate for desert preservation since 1990, contributing significantly to the community’s efforts to protect natural resources, including the enactment of the San Bernardino County Light Trespass Ordinance. His dedication to environmental conservation is backed by a deep appreciation for the desert environment and its intrinsic value.
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June 18, 2024
S3E19: Oh, those dark desert skies
Darkness is an essential part of the desert environment. Chris Clarke talks with photographer Mitch Miller and conservationist Steve Bardwell about protecting the night sky from artificial light. They explore the effects of light pollution on wildlife and human health, the beauty and challenges of night-sky photography, and San Bernardino County's efforts to control light trespass. They also offer practical ways residents can reduce unnecessary outdoor lighting while improving visibility and preserving one of the desert's increasingly scarce natural resources: darkness.
Guests: Steve Bardwell , Mitch Miller