Tonight is the Buck moon. I will be walking during the full moon because it is on my challenge list. Why is it called a Buck moon? I haven’t looked this up yet, but I’m going to guess it has to do with buck deer. Let’s find out if I’m right.
Yep. I was right. According to the Farmer’s Almanac, “the full Moon in July is called the Buck Moon because the antlers of male deer (bucks) are in full-growth mode at this time.” This full moon is also known as Feather Moulting Moon and Salmon Moon.
I don’t expect to see any bucks on my walk, but I will keep an eye out.