The Big Dipper: Secrets of the best known constellation

If you had to find one single constellation in the night sky and get it right, which one would you chose? Most people would probably go for the big dipper. It is very recognizable, easy to find, always up in the sky and pretty large. But there is more to the seven bright stars, which form a part of Ursa Major. In fact, there are several little secrets that are not only intriguing but useful as well! Freshen up you big-dipper-knowledge on this week's translunar: epsiode with Paul! Further reading: https://www.adlerplanetarium.org/blog/discover-big-dipper/ Pprevious podcast on Polaris: https://translunarvsw.podbean.com/e/guiding-light-the-marvels-of-polaris-the-north-star/ Host: Paul Salazar Music: royalty-free by incompetech.com