SKI TIPS for December

Do not remove ice from plants. Ice covered branches on trees and shrubs are brittle and can break easily damaging plants.

Intelligent people have more zinc and copper in their hair.

Frostbite can occur in just 30 minutes when it’s 10 degrees and very windy. To warm up, stick your hands down your pants because the groin area has high blood flow and gives off a lot of heat.

Adults typically average two to four colds annually.

Cholesterol lowering spices—garlic, onions, chili pepper, turmeric, and cinnamon. 
  
Coca-Cola was originally green.

Evergreens, except pine and spruce, can be trimmed now for a fresh supply of holiday greenery.

Bulletproof vests, fire escapes, windshield wipers, and laser printers were all invented by women.

On average, ten inches of snow equals one inch of water. Heavy, wet snow can contain about double that amount of water. A dry, powdery snowfall might require 15 inches of snow to make on inch of water.

The average spider that makes a round web takes 30 to 60 minutes to finish it. Some species make new webs every night, while others repair their webs as needed.
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A winter storm watch means a winter storm is possible in your area. A winter storm warning means a winter storm is headed for your area.