Full moon march 2017 news

Here are some news articles and events related to the full moon in March 2017:

March 2017 Full Moon

The full moon in March 2017 occurred on March 12, 2017, and was known as the "Worm Moon" or "Sap Moon" due to the groundhog's prediction of an early spring.

News Articles

  1. "Full Moon 2017: When and How to See the Worm Moon" - Space.com (March 10, 2017)
  2. "March Full Moon 2017: When to See the Worm Moon" - NASA (March 10, 2017)
  3. "Full Moon March 2017: What to Expect" - The Weather Channel (March 11, 2017)
  4. "Worm Moon 2017: Full Moon Names and Folklore" - EarthSky (March 12, 2017)

Events

  1. The Full Moon Festival was held in Taiwan on March 12, 2017, featuring traditional folk performances, food stalls, and a lantern parade.
  2. The annual Full Moon Party was held on the island of Koh Phangan, Thailand, on March 12, 2017, attracting thousands of partygoers.
  3. The Full Moon Hike was organized by the Sierra Club in California, USA, on March 11, 2017, to celebrate the full moon and promote outdoor recreation.

Astronomy

  1. The full moon in March 2017 was a "supermoon" due to its close proximity to Earth, with a distance of about 221,565 miles (356,575 kilometers).
  2. The moon was also at its brightest due to its full phase and the Earth's elliptical orbit around the sun.

Folklore and Culture

  1. In many cultures, the full moon is associated with fertility, abundance, and new beginnings. In some cultures, it is believed to have healing properties and is used in traditional medicine.
  2. The Worm Moon is also known as the "Sap Moon" in some cultures, as it coincides with the time when maple trees start to produce sap, which is used to make maple syrup.

These are just a few examples of the news and events related to the full moon in March 2017.