Ahhh I remember the nights there myself. Out in the desert could see millions of stars - it was awesome. I think we should declare the whole state a national park and kick em all out :)
I went outside for my usual break before replying to you and saw the Pleiades and Aldebaran in Tuarus even with the moon still up. I love it out here in the mountains. (If only those damn flat landers would stay the hell away!)
Regards,
Boot Hill