You may have heard of Punxsutawney Phil, the groundhog on the East coast, who gives prognostications of how many more days of winter we have, but we have a groundhog a lot closer to these parts that also has an idea. But the results aren't much different this year than his northern counterpart. Chattanooga Chuck at the Tennessee Aquarium says we have six more weeks of winter.
Fortunately, there's some activities that suit chilly temperatures just fine this weekend. Take a look below and get out there and have some family fun!
14th Annual Reelfoot Lake Eagle Festival @ Reelfoot Lake State Park
February 2-4, from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m.
Got a budding bird enthusiast in the family? Then here’s your chance to watch as many as 70 of our national birds on a day’s visit to Reelfoot Lake State Park (home to 35 nesting resident eagles) in Tiptonville, TN. Festivities include eagle and waterfowl tours, sunrise photography walk, wildlife education program, art and photo contests, Smithsonian Waterways Exhibit, children’s activities, Live Birds of Prey program, and vendors. Free ‘goodie bags’ given to the first 100 family units.
Free admission. $10 for Eagle Tours · Call 731-253-9652 for Eagle Tour reservations. 731-253-2007
Crosstown 10K @ Crosstown Concourse
Saturday, February 3, at 8 a.m.
Interested in running for a great cause? Inaugural Crosstown 10K is part of the new Start2Finish Run the 901 Series and the race follows along Midtown Memphis course. Post-race party and awards ceremony take place on the plaza in Crosstown Concourse. The event features Church Health’s wellness and healthcare services, children’s activities, and food and beverage samples.
$50. Benefits Church Health · Go to crosstown10k.racesonline.com for registration
Winter Garden Games @ Memphis Botanic Garden
Saturday, February 3, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.
The 2018 Winter Olympics taking place in South Korea is right around the corner (Feb. 9-25). Here is a wonderful opportunity to meet Sable Otey, Memphian and Team USA female Bobsledder and watch hockey and figure skating demos presented by Mid-South Ice House. Get ‘pumped’ up for the big event completing indoor activities such as a bounce obstacle course, giant games, hula hoops, and winning medals.
$10. Snacks included · 636-4119