There are two more galaxies to search for near the end of the handle of the Big Dipper. These are the Whirlpool Galaxy, known as M51, and the Pinwheel Galaxy, or M101.

With the Big Dipper as high as it can be in the early evening sky, let’s take a closer look at its seven stars. Before I do, if you haven’t had the pleasure of being acquainted with the Big ...

Just below the end of the Big Dipper’s handle is the Whirlpool Galaxy, about 30 million light years away and with a diameter of 75,000 to 100,000 light years.

This week Hal gets face to face with the Whirlpool Galaxy. One of the things that will really make you say “wow” in the night sky is visible now, the Whirlpool Galaxy. It can be found in the ...

With the season of spring upon us, this is a great time to explore the many wonders of our Arizona skies. Look for the Whirlpool Galaxy, 31 million light years away.

The Whirlpool galaxy is located in the constellation of Canes Venatici, which is just below the handle of the Big Dipper and can be easily seen with a pair of binoculars.

The Whirlpool Galaxy (aka M51) and Pinwheel Galaxy (aka M101) are near the Big Dipper’s handle. These are both larger spiral galaxies, and if your telescope is powerful enough, you may be able ...

Known as M 51, the Whirlpool Galaxy has a nearly perfect spiral shape.