As the chill of winter begins to loosen its grip and we edge closer to the promise of spring, one of the most welcome changes is the gradual lengthening of our days. February, that quirky month with its extra day every leap year (and 2024 was one, folks!), marks a turning point where the sun
Winter can be tough on your skin. As soon as the heat goes on, skin dries up. Low humidity during the winter, both inside and outside, enhances the drying effect on your skin, as does exposure to the colder elements of the season’s weather. When your skin becomes cold, blood vessels that supply your skin
Before there were weather apps for your smartphone, people looked to nature to prepare for what’s to come. What signs of a hard winter are you already seeing in your backyard?
Grab some friends and let each one create a hot cocoa masterpiece with assorted yummy toppings! Try these fun ideas…
Ready for winter? Don’t forget the long johns, that important layer against the cold. But where did they come from and who are they named after? Find out in this “brief” history of long underwear.
Quick Reference: 2026 Equinoxes and Solstices Spring (Vernal) Equinox: Friday, March 20, 2026 at 10:46 a.m. EDT (14:46 UTC) Summer Solstice: Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 10:24 p.m. EDT (02:24 UTC on June 21) Fall (Autumnal) Equinox: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 2:05 p.m. EDT (18:05 UTC) Winter Solstice: Monday, December 21, 2026 at 10:50
Sorry seasonal allergy sufferers, winter might be a bad time of year for you if you are prone to cedar fever. See what causes it and how to get relief naturally.
Here are 6 easy winter bird bath ideas to keep a fresh supply of water for your feathered friends when the mercury plummets.
Keep your feathered friends happy and healthy with these important winter bird foods to help them thrive through the toughest season. See the list.
Have you ever wondered, “are there any places in the U.S. where it doesn’t snow?” Here’s what we found.
