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The Night Sky                 

The sky has always been the sailor’s constant companion.  Not only does it provide beauty and light, but it also provides the basic means for navigation.  Click on the links below to learn more about the sailor’s night sky.

The Moon

             Why the Moon Changes Shape

             Why the Moon Creates Tides

             Why the Moon Rises and Sets

About the Stars

          Arcturus

          Big Dipper

          Little Dipper

          Milky Way

          Morning Star / Venus

          Orion

          Pleiades

          Pole Star