Big Island Now poll results: Leap Day is just another day of the week

Leap Day happens every four years, and aside from those born on Feb. 29, most people see the upcoming day as nothing noteworthy.

One commenter on the poll stated: “It’s Thursday. A regular work day. No big deal.”

According to the latest Big Island Now poll asking: How do you plan to spend Leap Day, 81 people out of 184 voted it’s a workday and an extra day of pay.

Thirty-seven people voted they’d be getting outside to enjoy nature.

Check out the full poll results below:

• It is a workday, so that’s where I’ll be. But, hey, it’s an extra day of pay. 81 (43%)
• Getting outside and enjoying nature, i.e. the beach, park, etc. 37 (20%)
• I’m going to learn something new. 13 (7%)
• Pampering myself. 8 (4%)
• Spending time with a friend or loved one I haven’t seen or hung out with for a while. 7 (3%)
• It’s my actual birthday! I’m partying it up. 7 (3%)
• I’m taking the day off from school or work for a much-needed break. 4 (2%)
• I’ll check something off my bucket list. 2 (1%)
• Don’t say anything, but I’m going to pop the big question to my partner. 2 (1%)
• Other (please explain with a comment). 24 (12%)
• Total Votes: 184