View the full issue in the Magazine Archive Lacerta, the Lizard, is a small and little-known constellation that lies along the band of the Milky Way right between the constellations Cygnus and...
Articles & Stories
Woodsy Gems
It was 7:30 on May 17, and I was hearing warblers…
Invisibles, November 2026: Amanita Mushrooms
Can you find the objects hidden in this drawing?
Elk Country Pennsylvania
When antler tips began appearing above the rim of the draw behind the cows, I knew a bull was committed. He was heading my way, and in a moment, I could take a shot.
Mammal-ling With Cousins
All at once, a rockslide started crashing down the mountain! The bear ran off…
Thanksgiving Turkey?
How has the turkey become a symbol of Thanksgiving, if it wasn’t the main meat or dish at the Pilgrims’ thanksgiving feast?
A Queen Points to Pegasus
Have you seen the giant flying horse lately?
The Milky Way Center
The brightest part of our galaxy is in the direction of the constellation Sagittarius, which has the teapot asterism appearing to brew up something special…
In Our Skies, November and December 2026
Night sky highlights for November and December 2026.
Green Islands in Your Own Backyard
What causes the leaves to stay green in those spots?
Winterizing Your Houseplants
Keeping a collection of houseplants thriving indoors all winter means you can garden all winter long, even when your outdoor garden is covered with 3 feet of snow.
Using Ultra-High I-S-WHOA in Very Low Light
Experience told me this was a good time for failure due to a slow shutter speed. What could I do?
The Anatomy of Fall Photos
What is it that makes a well-executed fall photo so impactful?
Aquarius
Aquarius is a sprawling constellation that stretches across nearly 40° of the southern sky on autumn evenings…
And NOT After Us!
“Mammal-ling” With Friends Grand Prize Winner!