Orion Nebula (M42)

March 9 - 12, 2025 (Calhoun County Park, WV)

The Orion Nebula is a bright emission nebula located about 1,344 light-years from Earth in the constellation Orion. It's one of the closest regions of active star formation and is visible to the naked eye. The nebula glows due to intense ultraviolet light from young, massive stars in its core, making it a vibrant and dynamic stellar nursery.