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Alaska’s Marmot Day: A Celebration of Furry Forecasters

When most Americans think of February 2nd, they picture a certain groundhog in Pennsylvania predicting the arrival of spring. But in Alaska, February 2nd isn’t Groundhog Day — it’s Marmot Day, a celebration honoring the state’s own furry weather forecasters and their … Continue reading

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Midwinter Reprieve

Enjoy the warm weather, but keep your winter coat close! Continue reading

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Chilled to the Bone

With the cross quarter day here, I had to get out of my warm burrow early and head outside to test the weather.  There was a little bit of good news.  Unlike a few days ago, it wasn’t -10°F.  Yes, … Continue reading

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One Cold Marmot

On a cold blustery day I still believe in spring. Continue reading

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