Full Moon in August: Witness the Magic of the Sturgeon Supermoon
A Celestial Extravaganza
Mark your calendars for an enchanting astronomical spectacle! The next full Moon will grace our skies on Tuesday afternoon, August 1, 2023. This captivating event, known as the Sturgeon Moon, will not only be a stunning sight but also hold special significance in Native American folklore.
Sturgeon Moon Lore
Native Americans traditionally named the full Moons of each month after the fish or animals that were abundant during that time. The August full Moon earned its moniker "Sturgeon Moon" due to the abundance of sturgeon fish in North American lakes and rivers during this period.
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