Welcome winter! December solstice in the northern hemisphere is the darkest day of the year and the official start of winter. Solstices have been times marked by ceremony and celebration in many cultures around the world. Winter celebrations often focus on themes of rest, renewal, hope, and awakening during the darkest day of the year. The darkness brings focus on the significance of light in the festivities. What do you focus on in the winter? 📸NPS/Kristin Vinduska. #FirstDayOfWinter #WinterSolstice #ReflectAndCelebrate