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12th Annual White Squirrel Day – February 2, 2026
Join us for 2026 White Squirrel Day, in Brevard NC White Squirrel Day, one of Brevard’s most beloved community traditions, returns on Monday, February 2, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will be held in a new location this year at the White Squirrel Shoppe in...
What is a white squirrel and where did they come from?
What is a white squirrel? What is a white squirrel and where did they come from? Is it a distinct species? Is it a mutation? These are some of my most FAQs. And the answer is, it depends. There is, in fact, one tree squirrel for which a white coat seems to be a...
The True Story About The White Squirrels
Through the years I have read many articles about the origin of your white squirrels. Some of the articles contained untrue statements and this was very disturbing to me. I am writing this to you so that you have the true facts and story about your white squirrels.
Melanie – A Florida Connection
During a vacation excursion to the Orlando area, Bob Glesener happened upon a Wildlife Rehabilitation and Refuge Center known as Back To Nature Wildlife, Inc. There amongst cages housing everything from injured bald eagles to half-wolves was a white squirrel named...
Even a Punxsutawney Phil Agrees: Pisgah Piper’s Spot-On 2026 Predictions
Pisgah Piper found herself in agreement with none other than Punxsutawney Phil. Both forecasters independently predicted a late winter for 2026.
White Squirrel Dreams
song about white squirrels of Brevard north carolina
White Squirrels Habitat, Diet, and Lifespan
what do white squirrels eat, how long do they live and where do they live
Evolutionary Limits of Squirrel Tourism
Evolution & Ecology, LSTD 3443 By Brian Brus Professor Bryan CoppedgeUniversity of Oklahoma May 9, 2013 I certify that I have read A Student’s Guide to Academic Integrity at the University of Oklahoma, and this paper is an original paper composed by me for this...
Jennifer Burgin White Squirrel Lady
Jennifer Burgin has extraordinary powers of observation. That, coupled with her dedication to squirrel rehabbing, make her one of the most knowledgeable persons I know of tree squirrels, in general, and of the Brevard white squirrel variant, in particular. Whenever...
2025 White Squirrel Day
New White Squirrel Debuts at the 2025 White Squirrel Day Sunday, February 2, 202511am to 1pmat Mary C. Jenkins in Brevard, North Carolina221 Mills Ave., Brevard NC 28712 Mark your calendars! White Squirrel Day returns for it's eleventh year on Sunday, February 2,...
What’s the difference between Albino and Leucistic White Squirrels
If you've ever encountered a white squirrel in the wild, you've likely wondered about its unique appearance. Is it albino? Is it leucistic? And what's the difference between the two? Let's break down how to identify the two types of squirrels. The Basics:...
The Elusive Fox Squirrel: A South Carolinian Charmer
The Fox Squirrel South Carolina's diverse landscape provides a haven for a variety of fascinating creatures, and the fox squirrel is no exception. While often overshadowed by their gray cousins, these charismatic squirrels add a touch of russet charm to the Palmetto...
Forget Groundhogs, In Brevard, It’s White Squirrel Day
Pisgah Penny, the pride of Brevard Wildlife often provides us humans with some of our favorite mascots. There’s Smoky the Bear, Tony the Tiger, Bucky Beaver to name a few. But how about Pisgah Penny? Not only is this white squirrel the pride of Brevard but she is a...
White Squirrel Day 2024
White Squirrel Day 2024 Location:Mary C. Jenkins Community Center (221 Mills Ave, Brevard, NC 28712) Date:Friday, February 2, 2024 Time:Festivities start at 10am - 12pm10th Annual White Squirrel Day This year is the 10th Annual White Squirrel Day. For those new to the...
White Squirrels: Unveiling the Mystery of Nature’s Rare Gems
An Unusual Discovery As I wandered through the lush greenery of Brevard, North Carolina, a flash of white caught my eye. There, playfully scampering across the forest floor, was a squirrel unlike any I had seen before – its fur was a brilliant, snowy white. This was...
Pisgah Penny in the News for White Squirrel Fest 2023
White Squirrel Pisgah Penny is in the news. She is Brevards' white squirrel ambassador and helped to launch this year's White Squirrel Festival Weekend. Pictured above is Channel 7 News Christine Scarpelli meeting Pisgah Penny for the first time. Brevard, North...
Blue Ghost Fireflies, Brevard NC
What are Blue Ghost Fireflies? The Blue Ghost fireflies (Phausis reticulate) are a rare, beautiful, and unique firefly species found in the mountains of western North Carolina, including the Brevard area. They are known for their distinctive blue-green glow, different...
2023 White Squirrel Day Live Event
White Squirrel Day will be a live event this yearLocation:Brevard Railroad Depot(390 Railroad Ave., Brevard NC) Date:Thursday, February 2, 2023 Time:Festivities start at 10amWhy: To raise money and awareness for Brevard's licensed wildlife rehabilitators through the...
Are White Squirrels Rare?
White Squirrels are considered rare We are asked the question all the time are white squirrels rare? The answer is yes white squirrels both the albino and the lecustic eastern gray squirrels are an oddity in nature and are considered rare. However if you live in one...
2022 White Squirrel Festival renamed White Squirrel Weekend.
June 3-4, 2022The reinvisioned event kicks off in downtown Brevard on Friday evening and runs through Saturday afternoon followed up with a NC Guitar Celebration at BMC. White Squirrel Institute Unfortunately, the White Squirrel Institute will not have a booth...
2022 White Squirrel Day
Virtual White Squirrel Day for 2022 You can watch the event livestreamed on the White Squirrel Institute Facebook page or on the White Squirrel Radio Facebook page. For the eighth year in a row, Groundhog Day will be celebrated in Brevard, North Carolina as “White...
Pisgah Pete, Brevard’s White Squirrel Mascot is sick
Pisgah Pete, Brevard's white squirrel mascot had to go to the vet due to a large abscess. It is going to be an expensive visit but well worth it. The poor guy felt so bad. Stay tuned for updates.
White Squirrel Day 2021
For the seventh year in a row, Groundhog Day will be celebrated in Brevard, North Carolina as “White Squirrel Day.” However, unlike previous years, the popular downtown event that typically draws hundreds of excited on-lookers, is being replaced by a virtual-only...
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