How to find M47 from Sirius
Identify the first reference star, then follow the numbered hops.
Follow the route from one recognizable star to the next until you reach M47.
M47 is 13° above the horizon toward the southeast.
HYG 34561.0
From Sirius, move about 5.9° toward the east until you reach HYG 34561.0.
HYG 36773.0
From HYG 34561.0, move about 6.1° toward the east until you reach HYG 36773.0.
