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Autumn constellations take up a lot of the sky, but look to the west to see Venus, the Summer Triangle, 'the Archer,' and the Milky Way.

Monthly astronomy tips from Dr. Wayne Wooten

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This is a great time of year for stargazing.

Capricornus the Sea-goat can be spotted in September and October formed by stars that take the shape of an arrowhead. One Messier object, M30, is found within.

July 30, 2021 Scutum over the famous Teapot pattern in the constellation Sagittarius, and near the bright red star Antares in Scorpius. In late July and early August, watch for one of our sky’s most beautiful sights. Look in a dark sky, far from the glare of city lights, for a hazy pathway stretched across the sky. This band is the edgewise view into our own Milky Way galaxy. If you see it, you can also find a small but noteworthy constellation, called Scutum the Shield. There are only four ...

Venus glimmers in the sun’s afterglow, where it will stay for months to come. Look for the planet low in the west-northwest about 40 minutes after sunset. The best days may be the 11th and 12th, when a young moon hovers nearby. In the southern sky, the summer stars have taken center stage. Grab a star chart — or find one online — go out at nightfall, and start by locating the Big Dipper in the northwest. Follow the curve of its handle to brilliant Arcturus, a star whose path cuts...

Star Party at Pompeys Pillar, Montana Theres a scheduled Star Party Friday night east of Billings at Pompeys Pillar National Monument (photo above). It will be the night of the first quarter Moon and will include presentations on how to take photos of the night sky, preserving dark skies in Montana and information about bats. Its free and youre encouraged to bring a flashlight (red light is preferable). Its along the Yellowstone River, so bring insect repellent and a folding chair or blanket. T...

Perhaps summer is for the young

Rastaban and Eltanin represent the Dragon’s Eyes. Tonight, find the Dragon’s Eyes. For years, I’ve glanced up to the north on June evenings and spied the two stars marked on today’s chart, Rastaban and Eltanin in the constellation Draco. They’re noticeable because they’re relatively bright and near each other. There’s always that split second when I ask myself with some excitement what two stars are those? It’s then that my eyes drift to blue-white Vega nearby … and I know, b...