How to find NGC1249 from Achernar
Identify the first reference star, then follow the numbered hops.
Follow the route from one recognizable star to the next until you reach NGC1249.
NGC1249 is 26° above the horizon toward the southwest.
HYG 10871.0
From Achernar, move about 5.9° toward the east until you reach HYG 10871.0.
HYG 13794.0
From HYG 10871.0, move about 5.4° toward the east until you reach HYG 13794.0.
