This entry is on Nuutuittuq (polaris).
Hubert Amarualik quotes " Another important star was Nuutuittuq because it was stationary while the rest of the stars moved along. This star was also called Ulluriarjuaq. It was important to determine the direction of the west-northwest wind Uangnaq. If you are lost this star can tell you which direction to go because it is always stationary and can lead you on the right track home. The star is also useful when there is no wind to guide you. I have used this star for navigating... You can find Nuutuittuq easily as it is the largest in the location where it is situated. You can also locate this star even when there is a slight overcast."
Reference: The Arctic Sky, John MacDonald, ISBN 0-88854-427-8
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