Groundhog Day - Fun Facts

On the 2nd day of February there has been a celebration of sorts. A fun way Americans as well as Canadians show a sense of Community. The folklore was brought over to America by German speaking, Dutch immigrants settling in the state of Pennsylvania in 1887, though it must have been an event started long before that. 

A Groundhog named Punxsutawney Phil emerges from his den, if he sees his shadow he retreats back inside to den for another six weeks, if he doesn't see his shadow, spring will come early. It should be known that this little creature only has a 40% accuracy rate. Pennsylvania makes a lot of hoopla over this form of forecasting, drawing crouds from all over the state. Phil's inner circle says he is the original groundhog, kept alive with a magical elixir. You should take that with a grain of salt.