Once Labor Day is over it's like all of Minnesota is bracing to see what happens next. When will we get our first frost? When will the first snowflakes fall? How bad is it going to be this winter?

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We're in the 'waiting for winter' phase of the year. The Old Farmer's Almanac and the Farmer's Almanac are both out with their predictions, but they're not always the most accurate.

READ MORE: Farmers Almanac Predictions for Minnesota's Winter

However, Mother Nature can sometimes provide us with some clues as to how harsh our winter could be in the Land of 10,000 Lakes.

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Signs of a Bad Winter

Nature is pretty amazing! While, yes there is one sign that's based on folklore on this list, the rest of them can be true signs a harsh winter may be on the way.

Watch the ants and keep an eye on your corn husks...

13 Ways Nature Predicts a Harsh Winter in Minnesota

Nature is pretty amazing and can do some strange stuff that sometimes we don't totally understand. Some of those crazy things are ways that nature can predict there will be a harsh winter for us in Minnesota. These are according to the Farmer's Alamanac.

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11 Picture-Perfect Minnesota Airbnb's to Stay in This Winter

If you're looking for the perfect escape this winter, look no further! Check out these picture-perfect Minnesota Airbnb's that you can stay in this winter.

Gallery Credit: Carly Ross

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