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07.21.11
Of Ursa Major and Ursa Minor
More commonly known as the Big and Little Dipper, according to Constellation Legends, it has been known by many names, but the form of the bear has become the most common

While Ursa Major and Ursa Minor may arguably be the most widely known constellations, many, however, are unaware of its origins.

More commonly known as the Big and Little Dipper, according to Constellation Legends, it has been known by many names, but the form of the bear has become the most common, even though it’s quite difficult to see this image through the stars.
 
05.23.11
12 Trials of Hercules--Fifth Trial
Breaking a big hole in the wall of the stables where the cattle were kept and another on the opposite side, Hercules dug out two trenches connected to nearby rivers allowing water to rush through the stables
03.28.11
Eye on Winona: Drake Hokanson
Winona State University professor, writer, photographer and pilot Drake Hokanson speaks about his upcoming talk at the Minnesota Marine Art Museum
03.23.11
A view from below: Images of the sky
Winona State University Professor Drake Hokanson discusses decades of his own sky photography and the inspiration behind the images
02.21.11
12 Trials of Hercules--Fourth Trial
According to dibonsmith.com, Zeus had held Pholus in “high regard,” and after his death, sent Pholus among stars; the constellation Centaurus thus represents two centaurs—Pholus and Cheiron