Scorpius dominates the summer night skies and captures the imagination of people around the world. The red “heart of the scorpion,” Antares, twinkles brightly, and a nearby star cluster is visible to the naked eye from dark locations. Meanwhile, summer is scorpion season on the ground, creating a perfect anchor between the night sky and the land. But not all cultures see a scorpion. I’ll take you to the Polynesian culture to introduce you to the connection between the demigod Maui and the constellation Scorpius.

LINKS FROM EPISODE 125:

• 2025 Stargazing Guide (FREE download): https://nightskytourist.com/guide/ 

• Video demonstration of the ecliptic (1 minute): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EoFct5WwVys 

• Night Sky Tourist Events Calendar: https://nightskytourist.com/events/ 

• “Curate Your Stargazing Kit” by Night Sky Tourist: https://nightskytourist.com/stargazingkit/

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