| The Aurora Domes is a
facility used to observe the Aurora Borealis
in the comfort of your shirt sleeves. The
domes were constructed for this express
purpose and were used by scientists when the
Churchill Research Range was operational.
This facility is three miles past the
Airport and away from the lights of the
town, situated on the Tundra, adjacent to
the Taiga. Viewing is usually over a 4 or 5
hour period, beginning around 7:30 or 8:00
pm and ending around 12:00 to 1:100 am,
depending on the amount of Aurora. While
awaiting the Aurora, videos, books and a
light snack and beverages will be provided.
Accommodation is arranged at the Tundra Inn,
a modern hotel featuring spacious rooms and
private facilities. You will be transferred
to the Aurora Domes for Northern Lights
viewing each evening. A Town and Area
Encounter Tour will also be provided,
featuring Cape Merry and the Polar Bear
Compound.
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