Posted in South Carolina April 02, 2020 by

Witness The Absolutely Gigantic Full Supermoon From Your Backyard In South Carolina In Early April

Great news, South Carolina! In just a few days, the third super moon of 2020 will grace the skies over the Palmetto State with a symbol of rebirth and rejuvenation as the Pink Moon appears in full on April 8th. If you missed last month’s oddly named super Worm Moon, then you’re in for a treat when the next super moon appears. Set a calendar reminder now so you don’t miss it.

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Named long ago by Native Americans, the Pink Moon is a symbol of regrowth, of new beginnings, and starting over. It's just what we need in South Carolina right now, among other things.
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Some may think the colorful name has everything to do with the color of this super moon during its annual April appearance. But that's just not the case.
Flickr/Vince Wingate
Native Americans named it the Pink Moon because it coincided with the growth of a natural ground cover, called Phlox, that blooms in spring, summer, and fall. The pink variety is among the first to appear in spring and thus, the Pink Moon was named.
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But this isn't the only name this super moon goes by.
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It's also been called the Growing Moon (for obvious reasons), the Sprouting Grass Moon, and...
The Egg Moon. All of this super moon's monikers are gifted with nuances of rebirth and renewal — befitting and welcome symbols during the COVID-19 crisis.
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So mark your calendar and cross your fingers for clear skies on April 8th. Pop some corn, pour a drink and drift out to the back yard to see the third super moon of 2020 — the Pink Moon — at the point when it will be closest to earth.
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Did you witness the other two super moons of 2020? We’d love to see your photos in the discussion on Facebook!

For more natural ways to enjoy the great outdoors without leaving your own yard, read all about the hummingbird migration flyway taking thousands of them right through South Carolina right now.

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