They say “time flies” and it really does. Not long ago the 2017 solar eclipse was years off, but now it’s getting closer by the day. While there’s still time, why not make some preparations for this special event? Even if you have nothing special planned, this day is special and if you have kids, they are not likely to forget what they did on the day of the great eclipse with their parents. Here are a few helpful tips for staying safe and having the most fun.
How about a Long Weekend?
Even though Labor Day will not be far off, there’s no reason you can’t make your event a long weekend, because it happens on Monday, August 21, 2017. Plan ahead if you are self-employed and if you work for a business ask about a vacation day during this time. Most people won’t be thinking far ahead because it’s not a major holiday and you should be able to be approved even on short notice. However, it’s best to provide as much notice as you can.
Be Prepared
Many people plan to sit out of doors for several minutes to view the 2017 solar eclipse and if it is bright and sunny you’ll want to use sunscreen or sun block lotion. It’s best to apply lotion at least 30 minutes before going out of doors and make sure to get the highest SPF number for maximum skin protection. It doesn’t take very long to get sunburn these days.
Create a Plan B
Are you thinking about throwing an eclipse party? This can be a great way to have fun but what happens if the weather is cloudy during this time? After all, you have very short window of opportunity to view the event.
A good plan B includes “what to do in case the weather turns nasty”. It may not be feasible to travel a long distance for better weather and if you are having a get together, plan some fun indoor activities ahead of time.
You can find several excellent online sources for viewing live streams of the event over the Internet. For example, slooh.com will show the event live and you’ll be able to see recorded video. You also can check with the schedules of the national and local news channels to see the 2017 solar eclipse on television. It’s not as good as a live viewing but it is a viable alternative if the weather is not cooperating.
