dailybell: Geographic Horizon- the bird doesn't care

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2008 was the inaugural year in an ongoing, aspirational project dedicated to the observation of the sun every time it crosses the horizon and to sharing the awareness of that moment with others while ringing bells. It is based on the conviction that something as inarguable as the movement of the earth can be used as a point of unity and awareness among large groups of people who might otherwise find it impossible to agree. Want to Participate? www.facebook.com/dailybell.sunwatch/

Sunday, July 14, 2024

Geographic Horizon- the bird doesn't care

July 14, 2024. Sunset 8:16 PM. Monhegan Island, ME.

WOW!-- Thank you, Wendy.

Wendy's photo was taken at 7:52 PM-- the sun dropping down over the hill more than 20 minutes before crossing the horizon at the what would be the Earth's surface. Why the discrepancy?? The time of sunset is based on the Geographic horizon i.e. sea level. This does not include buildings, mountains or trees.

the bird doesn't care...– BH