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In 1886, Groundhog Day was acknowledged for the first time in Punxsutawney by a local newspaper, Weathers Wags, according to the club. In 1887, the first official pilgrimage to see Phil on Gobbler Should be remaining on Candlemas Day. On Candlemas Day, The good goose begins to lay. When the wind’s in the east on Candlemas Day, There it will stick till the 2nd of May. On Candlemas Day, if the thorns hang a drop, You are sure of a good pea crop. More About Groundhogs! What exactly IS a groundhog? Also known as a woodchuck or whistlepig The first official Groundhog Day took place on February 2, 1887, in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. The event took up permanent residence at Gobbler’s Knob the following year. The observance of Groundhog Day in the United States first occurred in German communities in Pennsylvania, according to known records. The earliest mention of Groundhog Day is an entry on February 2, 1840, in the diary of James L. Morris of Morgantown, in Pennsylvania Dutch Country, according to the book on the subject by Don Yoder. This was a PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. -- Here's a look at Groundhog Day, an American tradition that is meant to predict when spring will arrive. Facts. The groundhog emerges from its burrow on February 2. If the Groundhog Day has been celebrated in the United States since at least February 2, 1886. Starting in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, with its now-famous groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil, the tradition spread throughout America. What to expect and what not to do during our Groundhog Day celebration at Gobbler’s Knob! Some Rules for Groundhog Day Gobbler’s Knob: This is a fun winter outdoor event. All persons entering assume the risk inherent in any outdoor activity including ice, snow, mud, icy walking conditions and inclement weather. Groundhog Day falls between the December solstice and the March equinox. In modern times, the year’s four cross-quarter days are Groundhog Day (February 2), May Day (May 1), Lammas (August 1 Groundhog Day, in the United States and Canada, day (February 2) on which the emergence of the groundhog from its burrow is said to foretell the weather for the following six weeks. The beginning of February, which falls roughly halfway between the winter solstice and the spring equinox , has long been a significant time of the year in many When is Groundhog Day 2024? Groundhog Day will take place Friday, Feb. 2, 2024. Thousands will show up in person, with the grounds to Gobblers Knob opening at 3 a.m., and millions will tune in to see if Punxsutawney Phil will see his shadow on Feb. 2 each year. More:Where to watch Bill Murray's 1993 classic movie 'Groundhog Day' for Groundhog Day Here's when Groundhog Day began: The first mention of Groundhog Day came in 1886 in Punxsutawney. Ban on gun sales to adults under age 21 is unconstitutional, appeals court rules. In Punxsutawney, 1886 marked the first time that Groundhog Day appeared in the local newspaper. The following year brought the first official trek to Gobbler’s Knob. Each year since then has seen a steady increase in participation of the celebration from people all over the world. The first Groundhog Day took place Feb. 2, 1887, at Gobbler’s Knob in Punxsutawney, Pa., Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. THE LIPTON HARD ICED TEA GROUNDHOG DAY FLYAWAY SWEEPSTAKES. Abbreviated Rules *No purchase necessary to enter or win a prize. A purchase will not increase chances of winning. Sweepstakes begins on 01/01/2025 and ends on 02/02/2025. Sweepstakes open to legal US residents, who are 21 years of age or older at time of entry. Groundhog Day is observed every February 2 in the United States. It’s a day for the world-famous Punxsutawney Phil and other groundhogs (a.k.a. woodchucks) to emerge from their hallowed holes NOAA ranks the groundhogs. NOAA set a few ground rules. The groundhogs and "alternative groundhogs" must have been prognosticating for at least 20 years and must also have been active as of Feb. 2 The Knob will be open February 1, the day BEFORE Groundhog Day, until 4:00pm. The Knob closes to vehicular and pedestrian traffic for site and festivity preparation. The Knob opens back up to vehicular traffic on February 2 nd around 10 am, after all buses have transported visitors off the Knob. Rules & Etiquette; About Us Menu Toggle. Groundhog Club’s Inner Circle; Groundhog Day is the event for you! What is Groundhog Day? History & Past Predictions. Ground Hog Day is Sunday, Feb. 2. According to legend, if Phil sees his shadow, there will be six more weeks of winter. If he doesn’t see his shadow, you can expect an early spring. Groundhog Day Menu Toggle. What is Groundhog Day? Groundhog Day Events Menu Toggle. Groundhog Day Schedule & Info; Community Events; Annual Groundhog Banquet; The Inner Circle’s Groundhog Ball
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