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The Little Bear has few observing targets yet it has been the most important constellation for ages and ages. Polaris, or the North Star, lies within the constellation.

Draco the Dragon is visible every clear night in the Northern Hemisphere as it coils around the North Star.

If you want to get started learning the night sky, the first step is to identify major constellations.

Summer begins in the Northern Hemisphere as Mars and Saturn parade in the western sky and the Lyrid Meteor Shower peaks on Father's Day.

J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series has many rich details including the cast of characters, over a dozen of which are astronomically named.

Check your facts with this astronomy quizzer.

A brief list of simple techniques for affirming rough direction when lost without a map or compass.

Vancouver, BC is filled with activities for the kids, as well as family-friendly attractions.

September brings the beginning of autumn and a chance to see some great night sky events. Andromeda and the Double Cluster are two of many objects to observe this month.

The last month of 2009 ends with a bang as two meteor showers peak, two difficult planets temporarily become relatively easy targets, and winter officially begins.

October brings longer nights and a great night sky for fall stargazers. Many constellations, clusters, and nebulae are available for viewing in the northern hemisphere.

The constellation of Cepheus the King is north circumpolar and never sets for observers in the Northern Hemisphere.

Taurus the Bull is one of the more prominent constellations in the winter sky. Learn the astronomical delights of this starry target.

The north star, Polaris, is neither constant nor particularly bright as many believe. Shakespeare got the poetry right but the astronomy wrong for this star.

The Constellation known as the Big Bear holds double stars, galaxies, and a planetary nebula. You can also use it as a guide to star hop across the sky.

December brings Mars at its best, two meteor showers, and questions about the Star of Bethlehem. Comet Holmes remains an impressive target.

October 2007 brings two meteor showers, planet activity in the morning, and a full moon before Halloween.