Panda spots snowmen

EARLEY Panda was spotted out and about last weekend - and he was certainly giving the polar bears a run for their money.

The familiar, furry friend brought smiles and laughter to local residents as he embarked on a tour of all the local snowmen.

Bike at the ready, Earley Panda kicked off 2021with a Snowman Tour and even broadcast his journey live on social media.

“Peoplewere all so excited to see the snow, and thenwhen Earley Panda came along it was like a doublewhammy,” the bear says.

“I think snowbrings some positivity. Everyone has been hoping since Christmas thatwe could get some snow, and it inspired me to head out and get on the road.”

Earley Panda decided to set off on a tour to see all the snowmen of Earley, but he made sure to prioritise safety first so he didn’t slip in the icy roads.

“I was lucky I rode a mountain bike which held its ground on the road, and therewas no trafficwhichwas really good,” the bear explains. “It was actually quite fun.

“I took a lot of snaps of the snowmen people had created, including visiting people at Laurel Parkwho had made around 12 different snowmen.”

Earley Panda says therewere some “incredible” creations.

Now, residents should prepare to see more of the lovable bear as his Sunday snowman tourmarked the official beginning of season 2.0.

“I plan to return regularly now,” the bear says. “Theweather is getting nicer, and I thinkwe have ridden thewave of uncertaintywith Covid-19.

“Cases are doing down, the positive is coming back, and I think it’s a good start.”

To stay up-to-datewith Earley Panda and find outwhen you can spot him next, visit: www.facebook.com/earleypanda