Tag: constellations

  • Eyes on the skies — May

    Welcome to the Ontario Parks “Eyes on the Skies” series. This space (see what we did there?) will cover a wide range of astronomy topics with a focus on what can be seen from the pristine skies found in our provincial parks. While spring “technically” begins in March, most of us living in cold climates…

  • Featured constellations: an archer, a dolphin and a goat

    In last month’s featured constellations, we discussed the Summer Triangle, Scorpius, and Scutum. This month, we’ll discuss Sagittarius, Capricornus, and Delphinus. Last month’s constellations are included on the sky chart below for reference.

  • Featured constellations: Eridanus, Lepus and Monoceros

    As we round out the year of constellations, we will focus on some of the fainter ones seen at this time of the year. As they are faint, one must travel to pristine dark skies — such as those in provincial parks — to see them well.

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