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It's time to let out your wild side and join in on the fun of Worldwide Howl at the Moon Night on October 26! This unique day was created to celebrate the connection between humans and nature, and is a way for people to connect with their inner animal. According to folklore, howling at the moon can bring about good fortune, so why not take this opportunity to make a wish or two? Whether you're alone or with a group of friends, there's no better way to spend this night than by howling at the moon!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1900s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Folklore and Traditions</div><div class='timeline-text'>Folklore from different cultures around the world often depicted howling at the moon as a way to connect with the supernatural or bring about good fortune.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1969</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Moon Landing Inspires Connection</div><div class='timeline-text'>The successful Apollo 11 mission sparked new interest and mystical connection to the moon, as it was seen more as a celestial body to reach out to.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Pop Culture Influence</div><div class='timeline-text'>Movies and popular literature start romanticizing the concept of howling at the moon, especially in tales involving werewolves and other mythological creatures.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Digital Age Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>With rise in social media, more people begin to celebrate and share their own experiences of howling at the moon, promoting a sense of global unity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of The Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Worldwide Howl at the Moon Night is first celebrated on October 26, providing an official day for this unique human expression.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Global Virtual Event</div><div class='timeline-text'>Amidst the pandemic, followers celebrate the first worldwide virtual Howl at the Moon event, fostering a sense of unity despite being physically apart.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a howl night</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends and family and host a howl night. Have everyone dress up in their favorite animal costumes and howl along to their favorite tunes.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a concert</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a nearby concert and attend! Listen to some live music and howl along with the crowd.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go stargazing</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Pack up a blanket and head out to find a spot to see some stars. Take in the night sky, and howl at the moon for extra fun.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bake moon pies</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make some moon pies with your favorite cookie dough recipe and decorate them with crescent moons, stars, and clouds. Let the kids help out and enjoy an evening of baking together.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Camp out</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Pitch a tent in your backyard or head out to the woods and camp out under the stars. Enjoy telling stories, making s’mores, and of course don’t forget to howl at the moon!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates wildlife</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Worldwide Howl at the Moon Night is a day to celebrate and appreciate the beauty of all kinds of creatures. Whether your howl is directed towards wolves, coyotes, owls or any other wild animal, it's a great way to honor their existence in our world.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages interaction with nature</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Howling at the moon is a unique way to get in touch with nature and develop a deeper appreciation and understanding for all living things. It can be an exhilarating experience that reminds us why nature should be valued and safeguarded for future generations.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It’s fun</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Last but not least, Worldwide Howl at the Moon Night is a lot of fun! It’s a great excuse to go outside, take in some fresh air, and simply enjoy being alive. So gather up your friends, family members or furry companion(s) and join in on this global tradition!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Howling at the Moon Derives from Wolf Behavior</h3><p class='facts-content'>Traditionally, wolves howl to communicate with their pack members. They use different types of howls for gathering their pack, informing about their presence or warning off other packs. Humans have adopted this technique to express unity and connect with nature.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>World Record for Simultaneous Howling</h3><p class='facts-content'>The world record for most people howling simultaneously was set on October 26, 2019, when 803 people in Minneapolis gathered to let out a coordinated howl, in honor of this unique holiday.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Health Benefits of Howling</h3><p class='facts-content'>Howling may provide therapeutic effects. Like singing and shouting, it can help in relieving stress and expressing bottled-up emotions, contributing to better mental health.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Perigee Syzygy Influence on Howling</h3><p class='facts-content'>The perception of increasing howling activity during full moon nights, sometimes also known as a perigee syzygy, might be due to increased illumination making nocturnal activities more visible, rather than any mystical connection between moon phases and howling.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Moon-related Beliefs and Rituals Around the World</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many cultures worldwide hold different beliefs and rituals associated with the moon. For instance, some Native American tribes howl in honor of the moon as an expression of respect towards their lunar deity.</p></div></div>
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