Patience – One of the most overlooked aspects of chasing aurora is patience. I’ve gone out on countless nights where forecasts were solid and suddenly changed.
Comfort – Timing the lights is usually in the late hours of the night and in cold climates. Make sure you’re comfortable and warm to enjoy this spectacle especially in the fridgid environment of the UP
Low Light Pollution Areas – The darker the better. Areas of low light pollution will allow the stars and aurora to fully engulf the chaser. Keep heading north in Michigan
Location – Areas of high latitude (closer to the north pole) tend to have increased chances of sightings