Harvest Moon

Cropped to get the full effect!
The harvest moon is the full moon closest to the autumnal equinox, which this year comes next Thursday, Sept. 22. It's different from other full moons because it rises at roughly the same time for several nights running, giving more light.  Why the "harvest" moon nickname? In the days before tractors with headlights, having moonlight to work by was crucial to getting the harvest in quickly before rain caused it to rot.


Shine on Harvest Moon 1931


Side shot a sky full of clouds!