We mark the start of spring in many ways - the first sighting of a particular bird or blooming plant, packing away winter gear, when we reach the point of the vernal equinox, or when meteorological spring starts on March 1st. That's when the nature center began its Signs of Spring contest - 89 days ago. But what a spring it's been.
According to the KARE-11 weather team, we've had below average temperatures for 65 of those days. That means that for 73% of this spring, it's been cool - downright cold at times. Things are green, but the ground isn't particularly warm yet, so, even though we're past Memorial Day weekend - the tradition weekend to plant gardens - I don't feel bad at all. Nothing's ready to grow.
We wrap up this season of endless cold and rain in two days - I never thought I'd be so glad to see spring end!
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