Podcast: Night-sky targets for May 22-29, 2009
The star V Hydrae, globular cluster NGC 5634, and the Ursa Minor Dwarf are nicely visible in the next few days.
Michael E. Bakich, Senior Editor
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Hydra the Water Snake slinks past 13 other constellations. Astronomy: Roen Kelly [View Larger Image] In each episode, Michael highlights:
Targets for May 22-29, 2009
Small telescope: Globular cluster NGC 5634 8-inch or larger telescope: Ursa Minor Dwarf |
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