A Comet, a Crescent Moon and the Myth of the Great Bear

In this episode we journey through the night sky from September 29th to October 5th, 2024. As the week begins with a Waning Crescent Moon and leads into a New Moon on October 2nd, it’s the perfect time for deep-sky observation. Also, comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS), is making a rare appearance on the morning horizon.

Later, we look at two lesser-known constellations, Lacerta and Equuleus, both of which present a rewarding challenge for stargazers seeking to broaden their knowledge.

Finally, we dive deep into the lore surrounding Ursa Major, the Great Bear. Discover why cultures from Ancient Greece to Native America and even prehistoric peoples saw a bear in these stars and how the myth has endured across time and geography.

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