We tried to make it up to Northern VT to catch the Total Eclipse, but traffic slowed us to the point where we had to pull over and see what is called a Deep Partial eclipse. Ryegate was only 20 miles away from our target of St. Johnsbury, and a lack of cel phone signal prevented me from finding a closer alternative. West Barnet was also 20 miles away, so it would be a partial eclipse either way. At least the skies were clear, and as we set up chairs we noticed it getting chilly, and the skies began darkening to the point of dusk.
My camera kept automatically lightening the picture, but it was much darker than it appears.
The wind started picking up, and the skies around the sun and moon started looking very eerie and mysterious. A few minutes later it was over, and we attempted to beat the traffic coming back. That did not happen. All in all, it was a worthwhile adventure, and I love Vermont.
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