Canopus-A Bright Star for the New Year... Maybe : A Search the Sky Activity

The second brightest star in the night-time sky is one you might or might not ever see. You have to be in the right place at the right time to see Canopus from North America. Whether you can see Canopus or not, Sirius, the brightest night-time star, will be on hand for easy viewing. Check them out this winter.
Image of Santa Cruz Wharf by Davide D’Amico
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