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The more sophisticated modern technology becomes, the more we believe we have tamed nature, and the more secure we feel in our modern cocoon. But nature has a terrible power that will never fully be subdued and can come roaring back at any time. And when it does, our technology, and the false sense of safety it gives us, can be very perilous. Winter, with its sudden storms and precipitous drops in temperature, is one of those times where it’s easy to underestimate the power of nature. The onslaught of snow, hail, and ice can quickly undermine our assumptions and...

As we enjoy the last days of summer, we can’t help but already start thinking about winter. John Steinbeck once wrote, “What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness.” In that case, next summer should be particularly sweet as this coming winter is predicted to be a very cold one. After an unusually warm winter last year in the eastern half of the country, and an unusually snowy winter in the Sierra Nevada, the Farmer’s Almanac is warning this winter will be different for those up east and they should brace themselves...

Spring is practically synonymous with baseball. As famous ballplayer Ernie Banks said, ”Spring training means flowers, people coming outdoors, sunshine, optimism and baseball. Spring training is a time to think about being young again.” But Spring is also the time when there are sudden drops in temperature that can leave you uncomfortable and ruin a game. Whether you're watching your child's Little League game or rooting for your favorite Major League team, it can get pretty chilly out there on the field or in the stands as the sun sets. That's where hand warmers like HotHands can come in handy....

The media is buzzing with commentary regarding the Old Farmer's Almanac’s recent 2022-2023 winter weather predictions. “Get ready now” they are saying, ‘cause the first bite of winter is coming earlier this year. So along with your down winter parka, wool socks, and insulated boots, it’s time to stock up your arsenal of Hot Hands hand warmers. Actually, hand warmers in bulk, which include 240 pairs, is an even better idea, because we just don’t know how long this winter’s predicted sub-zero temperatures will last.  Long-range models have been projecting above-average snowfall and brutally frigid record-breaking temperatures! Newscasters, bloggers, and...

Fall is the time to take winter preparedness seriously and stock up on hand warmers in bulk, especially this year as it looks like we are headed for a very frigid winter. According to Janice Stillman, editor of The Old Farmer’s Almanac, “This coming winter could well be one of the longest and coldest that we’ve seen in years.” Your body responds to cold temperatures by constricting blood vessels in the arms and legs, limiting blood flow to the extremities and leaving your fingers and toes susceptible to frostbite (in effect sacrificing them) to protect your brain and vital organs...