February 20 – Hoodie Hoo Day

Hoodie Hoo Day is today!

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HOW TO CELEBRATE HOODIE HOO DAY STEP-BY-STEP

•  Build an outdoor fire.
•  Gather friends, go outside and yell, “Hoodie Hoo,” to scare winter away.
•  Serve a nice winter meal (say goodbye to winter) with a spring dessert (say hello to spring).
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Can you feel it? Spring is on its way! And what better way to welcome the new season than by participating in the Hoodie Hoo Day? This lighthearted holiday encourages everyone in the northern hemisphere to step outside and let out a good old-fashioned “Hoodie-Hoo!” at high noon to scare away winter.

It’s a fun and silly way to say goodbye to winter and hello to warmer weather, which is just one month away. And let’s be honest, who doesn’t love an excuse to shout at the top of their lungs in broad daylight? So mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and get ready to yell your heart out. It’s sure to be a day filled with laughter and joy.  Celebrate Hoodie Hoo Day!

HOODIE HOO DAY:  THE HISTORY OF SCARING AWAY WINTER

For centuries, people throughout the world have sought ways to scare away winter. From ancient rituals to modern celebrations, the desire to banish the colder months and welcome springtime has long been a part of human culture. Some of the earliest recorded methods of scaring away winter come from pagan societies, who would perform animal sacrifices or light fires to drive away evil spirits that were thought to bring sickness and death during the cold season.

Today, in many cultures, we see the continuation of these age-old traditions in the form of festivals and holidays that celebrate the coming of spring. While the exact methods of scaring away winter may have changed over time, the impulse to drive away the cold and dark remains as strong as ever.

100 WAYS TO CELEBRATE HOODIE HOO DAY

1. Plant a garden: Embrace the warmer weather by planting flowers, vegetables, or herbs to celebrate the new season.
2. Have a picnic: Enjoy a meal outdoors with friends or family amidst blooming flowers and fresh spring air.
3. Fly a kite: Take advantage of breezy spring days and soar high with a colorful kite in open fields or parks.
4. Go hiking: Explore nature’s awakening beauty with a refreshing hike through scenic trails and blossoming landscapes.
5. Visit a botanical garden: Immerse yourself in vibrant blooms and diverse plant life at a local botanical garden or arboretum.
6. Spring cleaning: Declutter and refresh your living spaces to welcome spring with a clean and organized home.
7. Take a bike ride: Pedal through parks or countryside lanes, enjoying the sights and sounds of springtime.
8. Attend a spring festival: Participate in local festivals celebrating spring, featuring music, food, and outdoor activities.
9. Start birdwatching: Observe migratory birds returning and nesting during their spring migration.
10. Host a garden party: Gather friends for a festive outdoor gathering amidst blooming flowers and spring-themed decor.
11. Decorate eggs: Engage in the tradition of decorating Easter eggs or spring-themed crafts with family or friends.
12. Go on a nature photography walk: Capture the beauty of blooming flowers, budding trees, and wildlife awakening in spring.
13. Visit a farmer’s market: Explore fresh produce, artisanal goods, and seasonal treats at a local farmer’s market.
14. Have a bonfire: Gather around a bonfire with loved ones to celebrate the warmth and renewal of spring evenings.
15. Attend a spring concert: Enjoy live music outdoors or in venues showcasing spring-themed performances.
16. Go on a spring road trip: Explore nearby towns, parks, or countryside to appreciate the changing landscapes of spring.
17. Try outdoor yoga: Practice yoga or meditation outdoors to connect with nature and rejuvenate your senses.
18. Host a barbecue: Fire up the grill and enjoy delicious meals outdoors with family and friends.
19. Visit a vineyard: Take a tour or enjoy wine tasting amidst vineyards blossoming with grapevines in spring.
20. Volunteer for community gardening: Support local initiatives by volunteering to plant or maintain community gardens.
21. Create spring crafts: Engage in DIY projects like flower arrangements, wreath making, or painting spring-themed artwork.
22. Read outdoors: Find a cozy spot outdoors to relax with a good book and immerse yourself in the beauty of spring.
23. Explore local parks: Discover new parks or revisit favorites to appreciate blooming flowers, greenery, and wildlife.
24. Try spring-inspired recipes: Experiment with fresh seasonal ingredients to create delicious meals and treats.
25. Watch the sunrise or sunset: Witness the beauty of dawn or dusk in spring, soaking in the colors and tranquility of the season.
26. Egg and spoon race: Compete in a classic outdoor game where participants balance an egg on a spoon and race to the finish line without dropping it.
27. Flower scavenger hunt: Search for different types of spring flowers in parks or gardens, creating a checklist and competing to find them all.
28. Nature bingo: Play bingo using cards with spring-themed items like birds, flowers, and insects, marking off squares as you spot them outdoors.
29. Spring-themed charades: Act out words or phrases related to springtime activities, plants, animals, or weather for others to guess.
30. Hopscotch: Draw a hopscotch grid with chalk on pavement and take turns hopping through the numbered squares, enjoying the outdoors.
31. Outdoor obstacle course: Set up a course with various challenges like jumping over hurdles, crawling under ropes, and balancing on beams.
32. Plant identification challenge: Test your knowledge of spring plants by identifying them based on their leaves, flowers, or seeds in a friendly competition.
33. Butterfly tag: Play tag where the person who is “it” pretends to be a butterfly, tagging others who then also become butterflies until everyone is fluttering around.
34. Water balloon toss: Pair up and toss water balloons back and forth, trying to catch and throw without breaking them, enjoying the refreshing splashes.
35. Spring-themed trivia: Create trivia questions about spring holidays, nature facts, and seasonal traditions to challenge friends or family.
36. Hula hoop contest: See who can keep a hula hoop spinning the longest around their waist, neck, or arms in a fun and active competition.
37. Outdoor painting: Set up easels or use sidewalk chalk to create spring-themed art outdoors, showcasing blooming flowers, birds, or landscapes.
38. Capture the flag: Divide into teams and compete to capture the opposing team’s flag from their territory while defending your own.
39. Chalk art gallery: Draw spring-themed murals or designs with sidewalk chalk, turning sidewalks or driveways into colorful outdoor galleries.
40. Spring sports tournament: Organize a tournament for sports like soccer, frisbee, or volleyball, enjoying friendly competition in the fresh air.
41. Giant bubble blowing: Use large bubble wands or make DIY bubble solution to create giant bubbles that float and shimmer in the spring breeze.
42. Spring-themed Pictionary: Draw and guess spring-related words or phrases within a time limit, using creativity and quick thinking.
43. Outdoor yoga relay: Perform yoga poses or stretches relay-style, passing a baton or marker between teammates in a relaxing and engaging game.
44. Nature bingo: Play bingo using cards with spring-themed items like birds, flowers, and insects, marking off squares as you spot them outdoors.
45. Planting relay: Race to plant seeds or seedlings in designated pots or garden beds, testing teamwork and gardening skills.
46. Cloud watching competition: Lie on blankets and gaze at the sky, pointing out and naming different shapes of clouds in a leisurely and relaxing game.
47. Spring-themed word search: Create or print word search puzzles with spring-themed words like “blossom,” “sunshine,” and “renewal” to solve outdoors.
48. Outdoor storytelling circle: Sit in a circle and take turns sharing spring-themed stories, legends, or personal experiences in a creative and imaginative game.
49. Spring carnival games: Set up carnival-style games like ring toss, bean bag toss, or duck pond matching with spring-themed prizes for participants.
50. Glow-in-the-dark Easter egg hunt: Host an evening egg hunt using glow sticks or glow-in-the-dark paint on eggs hidden throughout outdoor spaces.
51. Flower crown: Create a beautiful crown using faux or real flowers, perfect for celebrating the arrival of spring with a touch of nature.
52. Bird feeder: Make a bird feeder using recycled materials or craft supplies to attract feathered friends to your garden or outdoor space.
53. Spring wreath: Design a seasonal wreath using colorful flowers, ribbons, and greenery to hang on your door or wall.
54. Rainbow wind chime: Craft a wind chime using colorful beads, bells, or seashells to catch the wind and create soothing sounds outdoors.
55. Butterfly mobile: Construct a mobile featuring butterflies made from paper, fabric, or feathers, hanging them from a branch or hoop.
56. Tissue paper flowers: Create vibrant flowers using tissue paper, shaping petals and stems for a cheerful spring decoration.
57. Mason jar herb garden: Plant herbs like basil, parsley, or mint in mason jars, decorating them with paint or labels for a functional and stylish garden.
58. Spring-themed candles: Make candles infused with floral scents or decorated with pressed flowers, adding a cozy ambiance to your home.
59. Garden stepping stones: Mold stepping stones using cement or plaster, embedding decorative stones, glass beads, or mosaic tiles.
60. Decorative birdhouse: Build and paint a birdhouse, embellishing it with spring motifs like flowers or butterflies for garden decor.
61. Seed bombs: Mix clay, compost, and wildflower seeds to create seed bombs, tossing them into open spaces to bloom into colorful flowers.
62. Spring-themed terrarium: Assemble a mini terrarium with moss, small plants, and figurines depicting spring scenes like gardens or forests.
63. Spring-themed banner: Craft a banner using fabric or paper, painting or stenciling spring words or motifs like birds and flowers.
64. Pressed flower bookmarks: Preserve spring blooms by pressing them between sheets of paper, creating bookmarks with decorative designs.
65. Suncatcher: Make a suncatcher using transparent beads, stained glass, or melted crayons to catch sunlight and create colorful reflections.
66. Decorative rain gauge: Decorate a clear jar or tube with rain gauge markings, placing it outdoors to measure rainfall in a decorative way.
67. Spring-themed coasters: Create coasters using wood slices or ceramic tiles, painting or decoupaging them with spring patterns or colors.
68. Twig and yarn wall hanging: Craft a wall hanging using twigs or branches adorned with yarn or thread in spring hues and patterns.
69. Painted flower pots: Decorate clay pots with acrylic paints or markers, adding floral designs or patterns to display spring plants.
70. Spring-themed collage: Make a collage using magazine cutouts, fabric scraps, and dried flowers, arranging them into a spring-inspired composition.
71. Fairy garden: Create a miniature fairy garden in a shallow container, adding tiny furniture, figurines, and plants for a magical spring display.
72. Nature-inspired dream catcher: Craft a dream catcher using twine, feathers, and beads, incorporating spring elements like flowers or leaves.
73. Spring-themed wall art: Paint or stencil canvas or wood panels with spring landscapes, flowers, or animals for seasonal wall decor.
74. Floral wreath candle holders: Attach small candles to a floral wreath base using adhesive, creating a centerpiece or mantle decoration.
75. Garden-themed lanterns: Decorate lanterns with floral cutouts, tissue paper, or paint, placing LED candles inside for outdoor evening ambiance.
76.  Spring vegetable quiche: Bake a quiche filled with fresh seasonal vegetables like asparagus, spinach, and cherry tomatoes for a flavorful brunch dish.
77. Flower-shaped sandwiches: Use flower-shaped cookie cutters to create sandwiches with assorted fillings like cucumber and cream cheese or ham and cheese.
78. Rainbow fruit salad: Arrange a colorful fruit salad with strawberries, oranges, pineapple, kiwi, and blueberries for a refreshing spring treat.
79. Herb-infused lemonade: Make lemonade infused with herbs like mint or lavender, adding a springtime twist to a classic beverage.
80. Spring pea soup: Prepare a creamy pea soup garnished with fresh mint leaves, celebrating the vibrant green hues of spring.
81. Easter egg-shaped cookies: Bake cookies shaped like Easter eggs, decorating them with colorful icing and sprinkles for festive treats.
82. Lavender shortbread cookies: Bake delicate shortbread cookies flavored with culinary lavender for a fragrant and elegant spring dessert.
83. Caprese salad skewers: Skewer cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil leaves, drizzling them with balsamic glaze for a light and tasty appetizer.
84. Spring vegetable risotto: Cook creamy risotto with spring vegetables such as peas, artichokes, and asparagus, topped with Parmesan cheese.
85. Strawberry spinach salad: Toss together spinach leaves, sliced strawberries, goat cheese, and toasted almonds, dressed with balsamic vinaigrette.
86. Honey glazed carrots: Roast baby carrots with honey and thyme, creating a sweet and savory side dish that celebrates spring flavors.
87. Lemon poppy seed muffins: Bake moist muffins flavored with lemon zest and poppy seeds, perfect for breakfast or a springtime snack.
88. Springtime pasta primavera: Prepare pasta tossed with a medley of spring vegetables like zucchini, peas, and cherry tomatoes in a light olive oil sauce.
89. Cherry blossom cupcakes: Bake cupcakes topped with pink cherry blossom-inspired frosting, adorned with edible flower decorations.
90. Herb-crusted lamb chops: Grill or roast lamb chops coated with a savory herb crust, showcasing the flavors of spring herbs like rosemary and thyme.
91. Spring vegetable tart: Create a savory tart filled with seasonal vegetables such as leeks, fennel, and baby potatoes, baked in a flaky crust.
92. Raspberry lemon bars: Make tangy lemon bars with a raspberry swirl, combining bright citrus flavors with sweet berry accents.
93. Cucumber avocado gazpacho: Blend a refreshing gazpacho soup with cucumber, avocado, lime juice, and cilantro for a chilled spring appetizer.
94. Pea and mint crostini: Top toasted baguette slices with creamy pea and mint puree, garnishing with fresh mint leaves for a light springtime snack.
95. Spring berry trifle: Layer angel food cake, vanilla pudding, and fresh berries like strawberries and blueberries, topped with whipped cream.
96. Spinach and ricotta stuffed shells: Fill pasta shells with a mixture of spinach, ricotta cheese, and herbs, baked in a tomato sauce for a comforting spring meal.
97. Apricot-glazed salmon: Roast or grill salmon fillets glazed with apricot preserves and Dijon mustard, serving with a side of roasted spring vegetables.
98. Lemon thyme roasted chicken: Roast a whole chicken seasoned with lemon, thyme, and garlic, creating a fragrant and tender main dish.
99. Spring vegetable sushi rolls: Roll sushi with fresh spring vegetables like cucumber, avocado, and radish, served with soy sauce and wasabi.
100. Mango coconut ice cream: Make creamy ice cream flavored with ripe mangoes and coconut milk, offering a tropical twist on a springtime dessert.

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