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Star Identification – Celestial Navigation 101
One of the keys to becoming good at celestial navigation is knowing what you’re looking for. That is why learning the constellations is important.
Todays gCaptain tip is a simple link to a simple slideshow that teaches you star identification the night sky.
QuiteBay’s: The Night Sky
(thanks to Lifehacker for the tip)
Also…not very instructional but still interesting: 1822 Celestial Atlas
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