Sunday, February 2, 2014

NYCgovParks.org : Groundhog Day in Parks


www.NYCgovparks.org /about/history/ groundhog-day

NYCgovParks.org :  Groundhog Day in Parks

The general idea behind groundhog weather prognostication is simple: if the groundhog sees his shadow, there will be six more weeks of wintry weather and if not, spring will come sooner rather than later. Groundhog Day originates from the folk belief in the predictive powers of the late–winter emergence of hibernating creatures, and the Pennsylvania Dutch are believed to have brought the tradition to America in the 18th century.



Groundhogs are rodents, like mice and rats, but are also related to other rodents such as chipmunks and squirrels. ...

Staten Island Chuck

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Flushing Meadows Phil & Corona Kate

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www.Queenszoo.com /animals-and-exhibits/exhibits
Flushing Meadows Corona Park Queens



NY1.com

TODAY
Spot Shower
High: 48
Winds: NW 10mph


TOMORROW
Light Snow
High: 37
Winds: NE 10mph

Groundhog Day
February 2, 2015
13 miles SW via ferry
Staten Island Zoo opens at 6:30 a.m., and Chuck the groundhog looks for his shadow at 7:30 a.m. on
Groundhog Day to predict the end of winter. Free.

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