Explore the Night Sky
This summer, take a moment to explore the night sky and search for the Little Dipper, also known as Ursa Minor. Many people struggle to spot this constellation due to light pollution, which often hides its dim stars. However, with a bit of guidance, you can locate it with ease. The key is to find the North Star, or Polaris, which is the brightest star in Ursa Minor.
To identify the Little Dipper, start by locating Polaris. It serves as a great reference point, as it sits at the end of the handle of the Little Dipper. Once you find Polaris, you can draw an imaginary line to connect the rest of the stars in the constellation. Although the stars may not be as bright as those in the Big Dipper, they form a distinct shape that is worth discovering.
