Orion’s Sword
Orion’s Sword is a prominent asterism located below the brighter Orion’s Belt in the constellation Orion. It is part of the recognizable constellation figure representing… Read More »Orion’s Sword
Messier 42
Flame Nebula (NGC 2024)
The Flame Nebula is a bright emission nebula located 900 – 1,500 light-years away in the constellation Orion, the Hunter. The large star-forming region has… Read More »Flame Nebula (NGC 2024)
Running Man Nebula (NGC 1977)
The Running Man Nebula is a reflection nebula embedded in the larger H II region Sharpless 279 (Sh2-279). It lies 1,500 light-years away in the… Read More »Running Man Nebula (NGC 1977)
The Night Sky: January 2021
Here are a few skywatching tips for January:
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The Night Sky: December 2020
Here are the highlights of the December sky:
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The Night Sky: February 2020
Here are some of the things to see in February:Read More »The Night Sky: February 2020
Night Sky Highlights: December 2019
Here are some of the things to see in December:Read More »Night Sky Highlights: December 2019