Somethings never go out of style, which is why Farmers’ Alamanac is publishing a special edition of its 2017 anniverstay edition. The 200th edition is a throwback, featuring a mix of weather, astronomy, humor, and life-hacks, along with the greatly anticipated winter forecast.
The special collector’s edition takes a look back at 200 editions worth of clever, forward-thinking, and occasionally crazy “Almanackey” tips and advice, including Advice to Girls (1876) about playing hard to get; The Power of Sunshine (1869), which is relevant today; and How to Quiet a Fussy Child (1878) that involves molasses and feathers (really!).
“What’s really fascinating is a look into how the world has changed, yet how it’s stayed the same,” says Managing Editor Sandi Duncan, Philom., “Some of the healthy tips are eerily appropriate – from warning off tobacco habits (1834), to limiting intake of sugary, greasy foods (1873). The 2017 Farmers’ Almanac truly rewards the curious reader.”
The famous long-rage weather prediction is based on an almost 200 century-old formula, and the upcoming season is described as the “Return of the Ice Cold Winter.” The Almanac predicts colder-than-normal temperatures for two-thirds of the nation, especially in the Northern Palins, Great Lakes, Midwest, Ohio Valley, Middle Atlantic, Northeast and New England states. The Western U.S., however, can expect milder than normal conditions.
“February is the month to really be ready for cold conditions,” warns Editor Peter Geiger, Philom., “according to our long-range outlook, many places will see downright frigid temperatures this month, some as low as 40 degrees below zero!”
Anyone else thinking “snow bird?”
The Almanac also contains all the traditional favorites, including details about the 2017 Total Solar Eclipse.
“Accurate long-range weather is what people associate with the Farmers’ Almanac, says Geiger. “Yet, from the start, it has grown into a manual of sorts that can help people live healthier lives. It has been a guide to good living no matter what is going in the outside world.”
We’ve been going to the famous Sturgis Motorcycle Rally to help the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) promote ethanol to bikers for six of the last eight years. This year was the 76th rally and the 35th anniversary of the Legendary Buffalo Chip Campground, which is home to many of the half million bikers who attend each year. 
