Can woolly worms accurately predict winter?
As you begin your morning stroll from your home to your car, you may have noticed a slight chill in the air. Permeating from the fringes of both your intuition and the autumnal tumble slowly gaining momentum, the unmistakable grasp of winter is slowly beginning to take hold.
The winter malaise may have already set in if you live north of the Mason-Dixon line or reside among the towering Colorado Rockies. Subtle clues give pretense to the onslaught to come. It may come as a gentle morning frost glazing your car’s windshield, complemented by brisk walks and long drags on a hot cup of coffee. You may have noticed an inkling to oh-so-slightly turn the knob one your thermostat – don’t tell Dad!
For those more attuned with nature or bent on heritage, you may have sought out a more traditional guide to give context to nature’s fury. Before the advent of long-term forecasting and meteorological innovation, many Americans relied on signs of the time to give a preview of the things to come. We’re not talking about a few fallen leaves of shorter days either. Although these are dead giveaways to the departure of summer, others have cultivated more ingenious forecasting techniques that recapture childhood imagination while cajoling an abandonment of logic and reasoning.
In lieu of a Farmer’s Almanac or grandpa’s old wise tales, some outdoors savvy folks have turned to their little friend – the wooly worm – to allow them to privy of the winter to come. Yes. You heard correctly. Every year, millions of people are asking a little fuzzy worm about the severity of the upcoming winter.
Woolly worms prep for colder weather
Their method in determining the intensity of each year’s winter and its correlation to the worm is quite simple. The woolly worm’s outer coat consists of 13 bands of fuzz. Each band represents a single week in the winter season. A brown band is indicative of a milder week while black bands are synonymous with colder and harsher winter weather. Depending on where you reside, the worm will likely differ in appearance.
Although entomologists agree that woolly worms are not accurate predictors of winter, they do serve a key purpose. While it may be a little foolhardy to consult these fuzzy worms for advice on the upcoming winter, they do a pretty good job of raising weather awareness and reminding folks to properly prepare for the colder season.
We agree with the woolly worm’s service to humanity even if his forecasting abilities could use a little work. It’s never too early to begin planning for colder weather. If you have a carport or garage, you’ve likely already took several steps to protect both your car and metal building from winter’s icy lashing.
But what if your car, boat or recreational vehicle doesn’t have protection? Don’t worry. As always, carport.com has you covered. We have a wide selection of customizable carports, garages and steel metal buildings.
Carports to still winter’s chill
We set the standard with our dependable custom metal carports. We use premium American steel and a detailed manufacturing process to ensure that we make you a strong, durable, and reliable structure that will shelter your car or RV for years to come. All of our top quality carports are custom built for your needs, meaning no two are alike. With three roof styles and options for end walls, side walls, windows, and two types of doors, the possibilities for your brand new metal carport are endless. Our carport experts will guide you through the entire process, helping you choose a brand new metal carport that is just right for whatever you need.
If you are looking for a carport that is both practical and affordable, take a gander at this 18′ x 26′ Double Wide Carport. This Two Car Carport combines enclosed storage with an open carport. Built with a strong metal roof and an added utility shed, this carport provides great protection and value for storing your valuable vehicles and equipment. With total dimensions of 18′ x 26′ x 6′ tall, the carport provides 468 square feet of storage space. The open carport measures 18′ wide x 21′ long and easily has enough space to store two cars, trucks, or assorted lawn equipment. This beauty is fall ready, too. It would make a great storage facility for your lawn and garden equipment, as well as an organizer and storage area for your toys.
Garages for all seasons
Metal garages are a year-round shield from inclement weather. Made from top-of-the-line American steel, our metal garages are tough and built to last. These fully enclosed metal buildings can be built in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. We will always construct your garage exactly the way you want it, with the strength and durability you expect from a Carport.com building. Whether you need a one car or two car garage, some extra storage space, or even an extra-wide building for three cars or more, we will help you get the metal building you need at an affordable price.
When affordability meets practicality
If you are looking for a garage that won’t break the bank, consider this 20′ x 30′ x 12′ double wide garage with clear panels. If you desire this configuration, speak with a building advisor on how to configure it. It requires a custom quote. This metal garage complete with an 10’x 10′ roll-up door is a durable and affordable solution to any of your storage problems. Measuring 20′ wide by 30′ long with a height of 12′, this metal shed has nearly 600 square feet of storage space. Store your vehicles and other property with ease in this versatile metal shed.