Groundhog Fun-day

Saturday, January 28, 2012, 11 am to 4 pm

On February 2, legend has it that the venerable groundhog, Marmota monax, rouses himself from his long winter’s sleep and ventures from his hibernaculum into the light of day. If he sees his shadow, there will be six more weeks of winter. If not, spring is near. Truth or fiction? Visit the Museum and find out!

Join the Museum's Wildlife staff and volunteers in an afternoon celebration of everything woodchuck. This festival will feature live animals, crafts, and demonstrations relating to the natural and unnatural history of everyone’s favorite rodent. There will even be an appearance of our own Lake Erie Eddie!

Children can enjoy activities such as crawling through a tunnel to see their shadow, creating groundhog masks, face painting and a treasure hunt. So rouse yourself from wintertime lethargy and join in the fun!

Free with Museum Admission.

Watch a video featuring Eddie!

Related Event

Groundhog Day Hike at Mentor Marsh
Thursday, February 2, 2012, 10 am to noon

Groundhogs are rarely seen on February 2 in the Cleveland area, yet it is a good reason to get outdoors and stretch your legs! We'll be walking the marshland and searching for wintering birds in the tall grasses. Afterwards, plan to visit Cornerstone Brewery in Madison for lunch (lunch is not included in the cost of this program).
Members: $8; nonmembers: $12.
Limit 20.