Episode 6: Light & Noise Pollution in National Parks with Morgan Crump

Restoring Darkness

In this illuminating episode, Dr. Morgan Crump, a postdoctoral research associate at the University of Vermont, joins the Restoring Darkness podcast to discuss her groundbreaking work on light and noise pollution in U.S. national parks. From red streetlights in Grand Teton to quiet zones in Muir Woods, Dr. Crump shares how thoughtful design and visitor education can restore natural soundscapes and dark skies.

💡 Topics Covered:

• The impact of anthropogenic light and noise on wildlife and visitor experience
• Innovative lighting experiments using amber and red LEDs
• Quiet zones and acoustic ecology in protected areas
• Policy gaps and the need for broader public awareness
• Personal stories from the field—including a bear encounter and a surprise Mamma Mia serenade in the Grand Canyon!

🚨 Bonus Segment: Mark Baker updates us on his crusade against overly bright auxiliary vehicle lights and the legal loopholes that allow them.

🌟 Whether you're a park enthusiast, lighting designer, or just curious about how to preserve nature’s sensory beauty, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration.

🔗 Watch now and learn how small changes—like switching to red flashlights or turning off porch lights—can make a big difference.

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Connect with Dr. Crump:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/morgan-crump-587a51222/

https://sites.psu.edu/parcsocialscienceacoustics/

Sponsor: Tesla Induction Lighting, www.teslalightingco.com