{"id":129,"date":"2026-03-09T00:37:11","date_gmt":"2026-03-08T21:37:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arctictriptour.ru\/?p=129"},"modified":"2026-03-14T18:19:54","modified_gmt":"2026-03-14T15:19:54","slug":"northern-lights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arctictriptour.ru\/?p=129&lang=en","title":{"rendered":"Northern lights"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- INTRODUCTION WITH LARGE HEADER --><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull align-full\" style=\"min-height:500px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"585\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-189 size-large\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/arctictriptour.ru\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/lucid-origin_Panoramic_hero_banner_image_of_spectacular_Aurora_Borealis_over_arctic_landscape-0-1-1024x585.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arctictriptour.ru\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/lucid-origin_Panoramic_hero_banner_image_of_spectacular_Aurora_Borealis_over_arctic_landscape-0-1-1024x585.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arctictriptour.ru\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/lucid-origin_Panoramic_hero_banner_image_of_spectacular_Aurora_Borealis_over_arctic_landscape-0-1-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arctictriptour.ru\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/lucid-origin_Panoramic_hero_banner_image_of_spectacular_Aurora_Borealis_over_arctic_landscape-0-1-768x439.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arctictriptour.ru\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/lucid-origin_Panoramic_hero_banner_image_of_spectacular_Aurora_Borealis_over_arctic_landscape-0-1.jpg 1344w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-30 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#17646b\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center display-1 fw-bold text-white\">NORTHERN LIGHTS<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center lead text-white-50 wp-block-paragraph\">The dance of solar wind in Earth&#8217;s atmosphere<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p><!-- INTRODUCTION --><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group py-5\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading h2 fw-bold mb-4\">What is the Northern Lights?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"lead wp-block-paragraph\">The Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) is an amazing natural phenomenon that has fascinated people for centuries, giving rise to legends and myths. But today, science can explain how and why this celestial spectacle occurs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In essence, the aurora is a glow in the upper atmosphere caused by the collision of charged particles from the solar wind with atoms and molecules of gases (oxygen and nitrogen) at altitudes ranging from 90 to 800 kilometers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-fluid rounded-4 shadow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"747\" src=\"https:\/\/arctictriptour.ru\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/lucid-origin_Stunning_Northern_Lights_Aurora_Borealis_reflecting_on_a_frozen_lake_in_arctic_R-0-1024x747.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arctictriptour.ru\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/lucid-origin_Stunning_Northern_Lights_Aurora_Borealis_reflecting_on_a_frozen_lake_in_arctic_R-0-1024x747.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arctictriptour.ru\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/lucid-origin_Stunning_Northern_Lights_Aurora_Borealis_reflecting_on_a_frozen_lake_in_arctic_R-0-300x219.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arctictriptour.ru\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/lucid-origin_Stunning_Northern_Lights_Aurora_Borealis_reflecting_on_a_frozen_lake_in_arctic_R-0-768x560.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arctictriptour.ru\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/lucid-origin_Stunning_Northern_Lights_Aurora_Borealis_reflecting_on_a_frozen_lake_in_arctic_R-0.jpg 1184w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p><!-- SCIENTIFIC EXPLANATION --><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group py-5 bg-light\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center h1 fw-bold mb-5\">What does the Northern Lights depend on?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns g-4 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-md-4 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card h-100 border-0 shadow-sm\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body text-center\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"display-1 mb-3 wp-block-paragraph\">\u2600\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading h4 fw-bold mb-3\">Solar Activity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-muted wp-block-paragraph\">The aurora occurs due to solar flares. The higher the activity, the more intense and brighter the glow. The solar activity cycle lasts approximately 11 years.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-md-4 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card h-100 border-0 shadow-sm\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body text-center\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"display-1 mb-3 wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf0d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading h4 fw-bold mb-3\">Geomagnetic Conditions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-muted wp-block-paragraph\">A geomagnetic storm is needed for the aurora to appear. A Kp index of 4 or higher means a good chance of seeing the aurora, even within the Arctic Circle.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-md-4 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card h-100 border-0 shadow-sm\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body text-center\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"display-1 mb-3 wp-block-paragraph\">\u2601\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading h4 fw-bold mb-3\">Weather Conditions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-muted wp-block-paragraph\">The most important thing is a clear sky. Cloud cover completely hides the aurora. That&#8217;s why aurora hunters look for areas with minimal cloud cover.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p><!-- HOW WE HUNT FOR THE NORTHERN LIGHTS --><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group py-5\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center h1 fw-bold mb-5\">How we hunt for the Northern Lights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns align-items-center g-5 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-fluid rounded-4 shadow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"571\" src=\"https:\/\/arctictriptour.ru\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1773347674-1024x571.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-187\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arctictriptour.ru\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1773347674-1024x571.png 1024w, https:\/\/arctictriptour.ru\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1773347674-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/arctictriptour.ru\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1773347674-768x428.png 768w, https:\/\/arctictriptour.ru\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1773347674-1536x857.png 1536w, https:\/\/arctictriptour.ru\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1773347674.png 1664w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading h3 fw-bold mb-4\">A Professional Approach<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-unstyled\">\n<li class=\"mb-3 d-flex\">\n                        <i class=\"bi bi-1-circle-fill text-success me-3 mt-1\" style=\"font-size: 1.25rem;\"><\/i>\n                        <span><strong>Forecast Monitoring:<\/strong> We track solar activity, geomagnetic conditions, and cloud cover maps daily.<\/span>\n                    <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"mb-3 d-flex\">\n                        <i class=\"bi bi-2-circle-fill text-success me-3 mt-1\" style=\"font-size: 1.25rem;\"><\/i>\n                        <span><strong>Location Selection:<\/strong> We have 4 proven routes to go around the clouds and find clear skies.<\/span>\n                    <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"mb-3 d-flex\">\n                        <i class=\"bi bi-3-circle-fill text-success me-3 mt-1\" style=\"font-size: 1.25rem;\"><\/i>\n                        <span><strong>Experienced Guides:<\/strong> Our aurora hunters know where to find the lights even with moderate forecasts.<\/span>\n                    <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"mb-3 d-flex\">\n                        <i class=\"bi bi-4-circle-fill text-success me-3 mt-1\" style=\"font-size: 1.25rem;\"><\/i>\n                        <span><strong>Unlimited Time:<\/strong> We have no mileage limit and will keep searching until we find the aurora.<\/span>\n                    <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p><!-- FACTS ABOUT THE NORTHERN LIGHTS --><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group py-5 bg-light\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center h1 fw-bold mb-5\">Interesting Facts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns row-cols-1 row-cols-md-2 g-4 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card h-100 border-0 shadow-sm\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"h2 mb-3 wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udfa8<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading h5 fw-bold mb-2\">Color depends on the gas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-muted wp-block-paragraph\">Green glow comes from oxygen at 100-200 km altitude. Red comes from oxygen above 200 km. Purple and blue come from nitrogen.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card h-100 border-0 shadow-sm\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"h2 mb-3 wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf0c<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading h5 fw-bold mb-2\">Auroras exist beyond Earth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-muted wp-block-paragraph\">Auroras have been documented on Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. They are hundreds of times more powerful than Earth&#8217;s.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card h-100 border-0 shadow-sm\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"h2 mb-3 wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcf8<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading h5 fw-bold mb-2\">Cameras see more<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-muted wp-block-paragraph\">Cameras capture more shades and brightness than the human eye. In photos, the aurora always looks more spectacular.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card h-100 border-0 shadow-sm\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"h2 mb-3 wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udd0a<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading h5 fw-bold mb-2\">The sound of the aurora<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-muted wp-block-paragraph\">Folklore mentions the aurora &#171;crackling,&#187; but this is scientifically unconfirmed. The aurora occurs too high for sound to reach the ground.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p><!-- WHEN AND WHERE TO SEE IT BEST --><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group py-5\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center h1 fw-bold mb-5\">When and where to see it best<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns g-5 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-md-6 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group p-4 bg-primary bg-opacity-10 rounded-4 h-100\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading h3 fw-bold mb-4\">\ud83d\udcc5 Best time<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-unstyled\">\n<li><i class=\"bi bi-check-lg text-success me-2\"><\/i> September-October \u2014 dark nights, not too cold yet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><i class=\"bi bi-check-lg text-success me-2\"><\/i> November-February \u2014 peak season, longest nights<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><i class=\"bi bi-check-lg text-success me-2\"><\/i> March \u2014 high activity, still dark nights<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><i class=\"bi bi-x-lg text-danger me-2\"><\/i> May-July \u2014 polar day, aurora not visible<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-md-6 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group p-4 bg-success bg-opacity-10 rounded-4 h-100\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading h3 fw-bold mb-4\">\ud83d\udccd Best locations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-unstyled\">\n<li><i class=\"bi bi-geo-alt-fill text-primary me-2\"><\/i> Teriberka \u2014 Barents Sea coast<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><i class=\"bi bi-geo-alt-fill text-primary me-2\"><\/i> Khibiny Mountains \u2014 mountains and lakes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><i class=\"bi bi-geo-alt-fill text-primary me-2\"><\/i> Lovozero Tundras \u2014 far from city lights<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><i class=\"bi bi-geo-alt-fill text-primary me-2\"><\/i> Kildin Island \u2014 island in the ocean<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p><!-- TIPS FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS --><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group py-5 bg-light\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center h1 fw-bold mb-5\">How to photograph the aurora<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns g-4 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-lg-3 col-md-6 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card h-100 border-0 shadow-sm text-center\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"display-4 mb-3 wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcf7<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading h5 fw-bold\">Tripod<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"small text-muted wp-block-paragraph\">Essential, as you need a long exposure<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-lg-3 col-md-6 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card h-100 border-0 shadow-sm text-center\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"display-4 mb-3 wp-block-paragraph\">\u23f1\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading h5 fw-bold\">Shutter Speed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"small text-muted wp-block-paragraph\">5-15 seconds, ISO 800-3200<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-lg-3 col-md-6 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card h-100 border-0 shadow-sm text-center\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"display-4 mb-3 wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udd2d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading h5 fw-bold\">Lens<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"small text-muted wp-block-paragraph\">Wide-angle, fast (f\/2.8 or wider)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-lg-3 col-md-6 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card h-100 border-0 shadow-sm text-center\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"display-4 mb-3 wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udd0b<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading h5 fw-bold\">Spare Batteries<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"small text-muted wp-block-paragraph\">Batteries drain very quickly in the cold<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p><!-- CONCLUSION AND CALL TO ACTION --><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group py-5\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns align-items-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading h2 fw-bold text-black mb-4\">Ready to go hunting?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-black-50 mb-4 lead wp-block-paragraph\">We know all the secrets of a successful Northern Lights hunt. 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