US National Parks
On August 18, 1971, the Lincoln Home National Historic Site opened in this U.S. state.
Illinois
This never strikes twice.
Lightning
Spring has done this. "Spring has ______"
Sprung
Flocks of these animals migrate north when the weather warms.
Birds
March Madness refers to this sport.
College basketball
In 1978, the Redwood National Park Expansion Act was passed to protect redwood trees in this state.
California
To go after a seemingly impossible dream is to chase one of these.
Rainbow
The first day of this usually occurs on March 19, 20, or 21 in the northern hemisphere.
Spring
You might run across this animal at night in its natural habitat, a dam it builds across a creek.
Beaver
The first day of Lent is also known as this.
Ash Wednesday
Opened on October 27, 1972, this California recreation area shares its name with a landmark bridge.
the Golden Gate
When feeling sick, we might say we’re under this.
Weather
This is in the air. "____ is in the air"
Love
When you visit Great Smoky Mountains National Park, you will be warned not to feed these large carnivores.
Bears
This public holiday is celebrated on March 17 in the United States, particularly so in Boston and New York City.
St. Patrick's Day
Opened on July 4, 1976, this Pennsylvania National Historical Park was the site of George Washington’s winter encampment from 1777 to 1778.
Valley Forge
When people go through an unsuccessful period, they go through this kind of spell.
Dry
A dry spell might be caused by a drought of ideas.
One of the Beatles’ early hits is “Here Comes the [_____]."
Sun
These nocturnal birds are known for their sharp vision, silent flight and distinctive calls.
Owls
In the northern hemisphere, March is the best spring month to view these magnificent light displays in the sky.
the northern lights
The Pu`ukoholā Heiau (POO-ko-HO-la HAY-o) National Historic Site was opened here in August 1972.
Hawai’i
When people are extremely angry, they can have a face like this.
Thunder
The phrase “a face like thunder” is thought to date to the late 18th century.
This is the Latin word for “spring.”
Vernal.
The spring equinox is also called the vernal equinox.
This is the largest species of feline in the world.
Tigers
Though this part of the country is known for its rain, April showers come a month early to this part of the country.
Pacific Northwest