Full Moon

Full Hunter's Moon Rises Oct. 26

Full Moon

It's the time of year to hunt for some fat deer.
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Touring the October Sky

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      Night Sky Tour Audio Podcast: October

      Night Sky Tour Podcast

      Sky & Telescope editor Kelly Beatty points out three planets and some fall constellations. He also introduces the Great Worldwide Star Count.
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