I've seen a total eclipse from every continent - including Antarctica. And it's been a wonderful way to see the world. The eclipses take you to really unusual, off-beat places that you might not normally plan a vacation to, but… — Fred Espenak Copy Share Image
If you're outside the path of totality eclipse, if there's any way you can get into the path of totality for the eclipse, do it. Take the day off. Take the kids out of school. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for most people to see a total eclipse, and it is one of the grandest sights in all of nature.… — Fred Espenak Copy Share
I recommend for people, if this is the first time they're going to see an eclipse, don't get bogged down in trying to take… — Fred Espenak Copy Share Image
The first total eclipse that I witnessed was in 1970. I was an amateur astronomer. But after I saw the total eclipse, it couldn't… — Fred Espenak Copy Share Image
I've seen a total eclipse from every continent - including Antarctica. And it's been a wonderful way to see the world. The eclipses take… — Fred Espenak Copy Share Image
Sun is very distinct through the eclipse. You go from bright sunlight to twilight in a matter of 10 seconds. And everybody around you… — Fred Espenak Copy Share Image
There's no way to oversell how spectacular and incredible seeing a total eclipse is. A lot of people think they've seen an eclipse. They… — Fred Espenak Copy Share Image
