The folklore of winter weather is fascinating. You’re sure to know some of these weather sayings, passed down by generations of people who lived close to the land and nature. Which ones do you know?
Winter is the harshest season. The natural world—clouds, birds, animals, and plants—all provided cues to predict what the winter will bring! Generations of hunters, farmers, and fishermen relied upon this weather lore to predict storms and the severity of the coming winter.
Did you know: The study of weather proverbs is known as paroemieology. Most are fanciful fun with no basis in scientific fact while others have been found to have a kernel of truth at their core.
“If the first week in August is unusually warm, The coming Winter will be snowy and long.”
About the cache:
Follow the trails until your descent. Be very careful where you step. This cache may not be for everyone. Seek at your own risk.
An ammo can at the base of a tree is what you seek.