Coloradans looking to catch a show, look no further than the night sky this Thursday evening as the Perseid Meteor Shower rains down across our atmosphere, starting as early as ten and lasting well into the morning hours.

Composite photograph of 15 Perseid meteors seen over Rocky Mountain National Park. STAN HONDA/AFP via Getty Images

It's best viewed away from bright lights, so many Coloradans have opted to head into the high country away from big cities to catch a glimpse.

After a community event at the Frisco Historic Park & Museum , Mark Laurin (or as he's known around Summit County as " AstroMark ") spoke with CBS Colorado about the wonders of the cosmos, the importance of dark sky communities, and why everyone should take a moment to "look up" during this rare chance.

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