Astronomy Without a Telescope
latinized bayer designation
- Palix Wildlife Area Unit (wdfw.wa.gov)
The Palix Unit, in Pacific County, is popular for hunting waterfowl and elk. This unit is best accessed by boat from the Palix River water access area. The property is maintained to protect estuarine function and values and to preserve hunting and fishing opportunities.
- Alfirk (stars.astro.illinois.edu)
ALFIRK (Beta Cephei). In mythology, Cepheus (the King) pales beside Cassiopeia (the Queen), who is central to the story of Andromeda and Perseus. And so does his constellation, which is the faintest of those of the myth. Yet dim Cepheus is not without glory.
