Corn husks that are thicker and tighter than usual can mean there's a cold winter ahead. Squirrels with very bushy tails in ...

Old wives' tales popularized before the rise of modern technology claim that you can tell how snowy or cold the winter will be based on leaves, acorns or a neighborhood squirrel. These ...

These fables are not rooted in science but claim acorns and falling leaves indicate upcoming winter conditions. Persimmon seeds are a popular old wives' tale indicator for winter weather severity. Can ...