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RecreationAre you looking for things to do on your northern Wisconsin vacation? It takes more than a weekend to explore all that Florence County has to offer. Over 50% of our county land is publicly owned giving you access to outdoor adventure galore. Ride our trails on your ATV/UTV or snowmobile to burn off some stress. Burn some calories hiking, biking, cross country skiing or snowshoeing our trails or blaze your own trail through the woods.
Paddle undeveloped rivers to reconnect with nature. Take your kids geocaching in the Nicolet National Forest to see their excitement at finding the hidden treasure. Enjoy a beautiful day on the water fishing, swimming, waterskiing or kayaking our lakes. Every season brings another palette of color, berry to pick or game to hunt here in the Northwoods. If history is your thing, the Historical Society Museum is a must do.
ATV/UTV Trails
Florence County is home to over 150 miles of ATV trails and routes with hundreds more connecting neighboring counties and the State of Michigan. The northern part of the Nicolet State Trail runs through the western portion of the county. This particular trail also runs through Forest and Oconto Counties. The Florence County ATV trail system winds through the open Spread Eagle Barrens State Natural Area and county, industrial and national forests. Riders will encounter trails leading to waterfalls, several scenic overlooks and parks. Florence County also has a 17 acre ATV park which is located on the south side of Fisher Lake in the Town of Florence.
Click here for Blue Ox Trail Map
Trail Conditions
Florence County Forestry and Parks Department
Go to www.travelwisconsin.com for weekly updates on the trails, or www.fs.usda.gov/activity/cnnf/recreation/wintersports
Please make sure that your ATV/UTV is properly registered with up to date registration stickers in a visible location. The Wild Rivers Interpretive Center will have Michigan ORV stickers for sale incase you are wanting to cross over into our neighboring State of Michigan. If you have any questions, please contact us at: 715-528-5377 or 888-889-0049. Happy Trails!
Florence County Map
Florence County's map as well as Florence County's ATV/UTV map is available within this website under the Maps and Brochure Tab or you may obtain these maps by stopping into The Wild Rivers Interpretive Center or requesting them to be sent to your address through this website.
Florence County is a literal haven for camping in Northeast Wisconsin. We are surrounded by public, private, and National Forest camping. Whether you prefer to pack it in or drive it in. Florence County's 18 public and private camping areas offer settings and amenities to suit every camper's needs, from no amenities at all in the 7,500 acre Whisker Lake Wilderness where you can pitch your tent anywhere, to a private tent, trailer, RV Park Resort with everything from water and electricity to hot showers, swimming pool, and mini golf. Indoor accomodations range from housekeeping cottages and cabins in the woods to full-service motels and waterfront Bed and Breakfast Inns.
Brule River Campground
This campground is designed for the fishing enthusiast. There are 11 campsites located in a beautiful balsam fir-red pine grove. Although located on a good highway (Hwy. 55) it is not heavily used. There is no swimming beach provided.
Chipmunk Rapids Campground
6 sites featuring an artesian well which flows all year road. Located on the Pine River.
Lake Emily Park
Located off of County Hwy. D. Sandy bottom beach, boat launch, fishing, 18 electric sites, water hook-ups, picnic tables, grills, bathhouses, and pit toilets. A premiere camping spot for families.
Lauterman Lake Walk-In Campground
5 sites, same as Perch Lake. All sites are between 3/4 to 1 1/2 mile from the parking area. No fee for camping. Open year round.
Lost Lake Campground
27 family camping units with tent pads, picnic tables, fire rings, vault toilets, and drinking water. Swimming beach and boat landing.
Morgan Lake Campground
18 sites with tent pads, picnic tables, fire rings, vault toilets, and drinking water. Swimming beach and boat landing. Also features group camping area for up to 25 people-available on a reservation basis.
Perch Lake Walk-In Campground
5 sites and a canoe launch site are 1/4 mile and 1 mile from the parking area. Each site has a tent pad, picnic table, fire ring and wilderness type toilet. There is no drinking water supply. All equipment must be carried in. No fee for camping. Open year round.
Stevens Lake Campground
This campground is a fishing oriented campground with 6 units. All 6 units are usually occupied on weekends during the summer. A boat access with ramp, parking, and toilets is adjacent to the campground. Fishing is usually moderate to good for walleye, northern pike, and panfish. The campground lies in a mixed stand of aspen and sugar maple.
West Bass Lake Park
Located off of County Hwy. C. Sandy beach, boat launch, 29 rustic sites with electricity, 2 water pumps, picnic tables, grills, bathhouses and pit toilets. Another campsite enjoyed by families in Florence County.
Keyes Lake Campground located on County Hwy 101 three miles south of Florence. This campground is adjacent to Keyes Lake Park. A pristine 202 acre recreation lake. While camping in this beautiful wooded site, you will receive full service amenities including WIFI, water, sewer and electrical hook-ups. This campground boasts of an 18 Hole Mini Golf Course and ATV/Snowmobile Trails leading to all of Florence County. Call for reservations.
Camping In The Clouds This campground is adjacent to the town of Florence, yet is secluded off of US Hwy 2 on the backside of the old mining hills. Breathtaking views will await you while camping in a serene secluded area close to all amenities. Camping In The Clouds offers a full service campground with a restaurant and bar. A nd don't miss the indoor heated pool, horseshoe and volleyball courts. Primitive camping to full service hook-ups, water and sewer included. Call for reservations.
Cross Country Skiing
Florence County Ski Trails
The Florence County Forestry and Parks maintain two Cross Country Ski Trails in the winter months. Those trails being the Lake Emily and Halls Creek ski trails. Where as the US Forest Service maintains the Lauterman Trail when the snow starts to fly in the Northwoods. Information regarding the condition of these trails may be obtained by calling the Wild Rivers Interpretive Center at 888-889-0049 or going on line to skinnyski.com or travelwisconsin.com. Updated information is always available when you need it. Below is a comprehensive list of the three trails that are groomed and tracked in Florence County.
Lake Emily groomed for Classical and Skate skiers
This trail is groomed for both classical and skate skiing every Thursday during the northern Wisconsin snow season. The rolling terrain on the Lake Emily Cross Country Ski Trail is a medium dificulty experience. You can do a 2.5 mile loop or by adding the south loop you can ski 4 miles through county forest land near Lake Emily. Florence County Forestry and Parks maintains this trail throughout the winter season.
Directions: From Florence go south on State Hwy 101 and then travel East on County Hwy D. one half mile. The parking lot is on the South side of the road.
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County D, Florence, WI715-528-3207Map
Lauterman Lake
The gentle rolling slopes traverse to steep terrain, giving this trail system a medium to high difficulty level as you trek 9 miles through the Nicolet National Forest. You will find the Lauterman Cross Country Ski Trail to be an exciting experience which in the summer is used by bicyclist who like the difficulty level with its steep terrains. The US Forest Service maintains this trail throughout the year, which includes grooming and tracking the ski trails.
Directions: From Florence take State Hwy 70 West approximately 8 miles. Turn left into the Lauterman Trail parking area.
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Hall's Creek Trail
The gentle rolling terrain on the Hall's Creek Trail will allow you to travel 7 miles with a difficulty rating which is low. The Florence County Forestry and Parks keeps maps of the area at the trailhead to ensure that your experience through this forest is a safe one. If you are in need of a map to this area, please stop by The Wild Rivers Interpretive Center or obtain a map through this website by clicking on the Maps and Brochures Tab.
Directions: South on County Hwy N 7.5 mi., west on County Hwy C 2 mi., north on LaSalle Falls Road 2.5 mi. to LaSalle Falls Parking Lot on right. Trail is across the road.
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Trail Grooming/Conditions
Cross Country Skiing Conditions
Click here for general fishing tips from our DNR Fisheries Biologist, Greg Matzke
Florence County is a fisherman's haven with its 265 lakes and 165 miles of rivers and streams. Pan fish can be found in almost all lakes within the county. Lakes that contain walleye: Patten Lake, Keyes Lake, and the Spread Eagle Chain of Lakes. Muskies are caught in the Brule and Menominee River Flowages. Brook trout are best in Sand Lake located within the Spread Eagle Barrens.
If river fishing appeals to you, then the Brule, Pine and Popple Rivers are great places to catch trout. All three of these rivers have many access points and are bordered by large amounts of public land. These rivers are remote and challenging, but true wilderness experiences. The Menominee River and its flowages (Twin Falls and Kingsford) contains musky, northern pike, walleye and pan fish.
Shore fishing for the casual fisherman has plenty of options available. Fisher Lake in Florence has a beautiful ADA fishing pier at the south end of Chapin Street. Lake Emily Park has a long boat ramp at the water edge, great for casting a line on a warm summer day, or Keyes Lake Park also offers a pier for shore fishing. The abandoned Twin Falls Bridge at the Vagabond Park is an excellent option as well. If a map is what you need for your day trip of fishing, contact the Wild Rivers Interpretive Center or go to the map tab within this website for information that will get you to where the big one's are.
Ice Fishing: With 265 lakes and four major rivers, there are many places to fish. Ice fishing up north is a social activity aimed at curing cabin fever as well as catching some fish to eat. The most social form of this activity happens at ice fishing derbies. For a small entry fee, participants have the chance to win prizes while having fun with family and friends and meeting many new acquaintances.
The Roadhouse 139 Ice Fishing Derby on Long Lake is February 4th this year. Long Lake is known for nice northern pike and pan fish. Leff's Sports Bar is hosting their 6th Annual Ice Fishing Derby on February 11. This derby allows fishermen to fish on Lake Emily or Keyes Lake. The Homestead and Aurora Conservation Club sponsor the Pete "Toad" Church Memorial Ice Fishing Derby generally in January, but depending on ice conditions, it has been postponed some years. Check ExploreFlorenceCounty.com events tab for the latest information. This event is held on the Pine River Flowage known as an excellent small mouth bass fishery.
Tip up fishing for northern pike is a relaxing family activity. Northern Pike feed actively throughout the daylight hours, so you don't have to brave the dark and cold. And once you get your tip-ups set, you can sit back and watch your tip-ups or throw a football or play a game of badminton or snow-golf on the ice. The best lakes in Florence County to catch northern pike through the ice are; Patten Lake, Twin Falls Flowage, Fay Lake, Seidel Lake and Sea Lion Lake. If you are looking for a trophy pike, give Lake Ellwood or the Brule River Flowage a try. There aren't as many fish per acre in these two lakes, but the fish there are monsters.
If you are looking to jig for pan fish, the better waters are the Spread Eagle Chain of Lakes, Sea Lion Lake, Twin Falls Flowage and Halsey Lake. Or if you prefer walleye, Lake Emily, Patten Lake and the Brule River Flowage are the hot spots through the ice. So call ahead to make sure the ice is thick enough and then pack up your ice fishing gear, shanty or bucket and come join the fun.
DNR - Fisheries Short Summaries
Florence County
DNR - Fisheries Comprehensive Survey Reports
Florence County
DNR Trout Summaries
Trout Streams Information
Water Flow
USGS Real-Time Water Data for Wisconsin
Water Levels
Pine River
Popple River
Brule River
Menominee River - Twin Falls Dam
Wisconsin Paddle Guide
Lakes Information
Boat Launches
Florence County maintains more than 27 miles of hiking trails throughout a variety of habitats, ranging in length and difficulty, including a mile long path through a variety of woodland vegetation and diverse topography to the banks of the Pine River for a view of majestic LaSalle Falls. The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest features a number of trails through six distinctly different areas of the forest including the Whisker Lake Trail, a network of old logging roads and railroad beds popular with adventurers who like to explore and use their compasses, and the Lauterman National Recreation Trail, a nine-mile hiking, mountain biking and cross-country skiing trail with several routes of various levels of difficulty.
Historical Attractions
Florence County Courthouse and Jail
Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the Florence County Courthouse and Jail were constructed in 1889. The picturesque buildings, with red tile roofs, crenelated towers and elongated arched windows, stand as solid reminders of the County's affluent lumbering and mining era. The courthouse was recently renovated while preserving the historical character of the building itself. This beautiful brick showplace and heart of our county is located within the town of Florence, one block south of US Hwy 2 at 501 Lake Street. In close proximity are several historic and restored properties that are currently being used by various small businesses on the main street of Florence. One of these properties is the Florence Museum, which houses pictures and artifacts telling the story of our quaint town we proudly call Florence.
The Judge House
Florence County Hunting Trails
Florence County is Northeastern Wisconsin's hunting paradise. With 1000's of acres of public land available to hunters, you will have no problem finding small or large game to fill a hunting tag. The Wild Rivers Interpretive Center is your one stop location for permits and maps to all of Florence County's Federal, State and County public hunting lands.
Florence County Forest Ruffed Grouse Habitiat Map 2012
DNR Fields & Forest Lands Interactive Gamebird Hunting Tool
PINE RIVER The upper portion of the Pine River alternates between deep and slow meanders, rapids and falls. Most of the rapids are rated Class I-III. Below the Pine River Dam and the Pine River Falls, the river offers relaxed paddling with a handful of riffles. A popular trip is the Oxbow, where the Pine River crosses County Hwy. N. When you get off the river, a 1/4 mile walk gets you back to your car, so no shuttle is needed for this 3.5 mile tubing or paddling trip. Another easy paddle trip is from the Pine River dam to the base of LaSalle Falls rapids gorge and then a short hike to the falls.
POPPLE RIVER In the 20 miles of the Popple River located in Florence County, there are four named falls and 4 named rapids. The portion of the river between Morgan Lake Road and Hwy 101 is only recommended for experts during the spring of the year.
Click on these links for very detailed paddling descriptions of sections of the Popple River by local paddling expert John Roberts:
A) MacArthur Pine Rd to Newald Tower Rd. (21.2 miles)
B) Newald Tower Rd to Morgan Lake Rd (4.7 miles)
C) Morgan Lake Rd to Hwy 101 (5.4 miles)
D) Hwy 101 to Pine River (6.4 miles)
BRULE RIVER Creating part of the northern border between Wisconsin and Michigan, the Brule Riuver runs for 45 miles. This is the best summer river to paddle due to more consistent flow than other rivers. Very few rapids also make this a good river for novice paddlers.
For a complete paddling guide, contact the Wild Rivers Interpretive Center.
Wisconsin Paddle Guide
Water Levels
Pine River
Popple River
Brule River
Water Flow
Keyes Peak Skiing/Tubing
Keyes Peak Ski Hill
The Keyes Peak Ski Hill is CLOSED and provides downhill skiing, snow tubing, snowshoeing and cross country skiing opportunities. However, this recreational area is not only renowned for its winter recreation. It also provides panoramic viewing ffom the area's highest peak in Florence County. It is spectacular in the fall, but definitely breathtakingly beautiful any time of the year. Keyes Peak is located on County Hwy 101 approximately 3 miles south of Florence.
In the spring, summer and fall months the beautiful Keyes Peak Ski Lodge is available for rent to the public. This facility is a wonderful venue for such occassions as weddings, family reunions and graduation parties. With its kitchen facilities, it has become a popular attraction for large parties, with its Northwoods appeal as a rustic log lodge. Click here for lodge rental info.
The Keyes Peak Recreation Area is county owned and operated. For more information contact Florence County Forestry and Parks at 715-528-3207. The hill phone number is 715-528-3228.
Hours of Operation:
Friday 3:00pm-9:00pm
Saturday 11:00am-9:00pm
Sunday Noon-7:00pm
Daily Rates:
Adult $12.00
Student $10.00
Child $ 8.00 (12 and under)
Nite Skiing Special:
Adult $10.00
Student $ 8.00
Child $ 6.00
Seasonal Passes
Family $150.00
Single $100.00
Hill Rental (HILL PARTY) $ 75.00 per hour
Includes tubes or ski rentals and lift tickets (Maximum 75 people)
Daily Rentals
Boots, Skis and Poles $10.00
Boots or Skis $ 5.00
Poles $ 2.00
Tubes (4 hours) $ 5.00
Snowboard $12.00
Snowboard Boots $ 7.00
*Rental equipment can only be used with the purchase of a lift ticket.
Daily Rentals do not include the price of a lift ticket.
4960 Hwy. 101, Florence, Wisconsin715-528-3228Map
National Forest
Nicolet National Forest
Located in northern Wisconsin, where towering pine and hardwood forests are interspersed with hundreds of crystal clear lakes and streams, the Nicolet National Forest offers you a wealth of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Within a day's drive of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul, and Minneapolis metropolitan areas, the Nicolet is a place where you can truly "get away from it all" in the scenic beauty of the northwoods. Four seasons of recreation await you... from spring fishing or canoeing to summer camping, hiking, mountain or horse back riding. Come in autumn for hunting or to see our famous fall color. For your driving pleasure there are 3,600 miles of back roads. Please drive slowly. Snow season gears up with cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. Or come anytime to get close to nature in a tranquil and secluded spot. Opportunities for exhilarating views, relaxation, and quiet nature study abound. Experience all the beauty and recreational opportunities of Wisconsin's National Forests.
The Nicolet National Forest is divided into four districts: Eagle River, Florence, Laona and Lakewood. Each District offers "developed" campgrounds that provide campsites with a fire ring, picnic table, tent or trailer pad and parking. Drinking water, toilets and trash pickup are alos provided. Electrical hook-up facilities and showers are not provided. All campgrounds have have some sites that can accomodate RV's up to about 30 feet long. The main camping season is Memorial Day through Labor Day. Many activities and special events occur during this season in towns and recreation areas that are located within or near the Nicolet.
Pitch a tent or park a camper for a modest fee in one of the developed campgrounds in the Nicolet or Chequamegon Forests. All of the Nicolet campgrounds are located on lakes or streams and have drinking water, vault toilets, picnic tables and grills or fire rings. The National Forest Service is continually working to improve their campground qualities and services, including providing more barrier-free opportnities for people with disabilities. Please call for current information. Four of the favorite camping sites are Perch Lake, Lost Lake, Morgan Lake and Chipmunk Rapids.
Detailed maps of the Forests(1/2" per mile) and topographic quadrangle maps are available from the Wild Rivers Interpretive Center. Forest Roads are marked with numbers. Look for small brown and white signs identifying these routes throughtout the Forest.
Florence Wild Rivers Interpretive Center
State Hwy 70 and US 2
Florence, WI 54121
Chequamegon Nicolet Nat'l Forest
The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest covers approximately 83,000 acres in Florence County. This unique National Forest offers many recreational opportunities to the local community as well as visitors alike. Hiking, camping, biking, hunting, ATV/snowmobiling as well as berry picking and bird watching. There are dedicated trails for bird hunting, and horseback riding.
The Whisker Lake Wilderness is located in the northeastern part of the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest in Florence County. The terrain in this wilderness is densely wooded with hiking trails for exploration. Those who visit are seeking solitude and a true communion with nature. For all information including special regulations and restrictions regarding this area, contact the Forest Service at the Florence Natural Resource and Wild Rivers Interpretive Center in Florence.
Florence County Parks
Lake Emily Park This facility has 18 sites on a quiet lake. Sites are $15.00 per day. There is a boat launch, pit toilets, water pumps, sandy beach, fishing and bathhouse. Each site has a picnic table, and a fire grate, all sites have electric hook-ups. Sites are available on a first come first serve basis.The Lake Emily Park Campground is located in the Town of Commonwealth. From US 2 in Florence turn South on County Hwy. N, go about three miles to County Hwy D, turn right (West) on County Hwy C, continue two miles to the campground and park.
West Bass Lake Park This facility has 29 sites on a pristine and quiet lake. Sites are $15.00 per day. There is a boat launch, pit toilets, water pumps, sandy beach and bathhouse. Each site has a picnic table and a fire grate and electricity. Sites are available on a first come first serve basis. The West Bass Lake Park Campground is located in the Town of Homestead. From Florence take Highway 101 South to County Hwy. C, watch for signage to the campground, about five miles from Hwy 101 turn left (North) on Fire Lane Road, continue one mile to the campground.
Fisher Lake Park This park is located on a 54 acre lake which is stocked with northern pike, bass, pan fish and trout. Visitors can picnic, play baseball, launch a boat or relax on the sandy beach. Picnic tables, picnic shelter, outhouses, and a baseball diamond occupy this quaint park. From Florence go South on County Hwy. N. This park is located in the Town of Florence.
Kenneth Thompson Memorial Park This park serves as a habitat for loons and osprey. Visitors can launch a boat to fish the 55 acre Siedel Lake for northern pike, bass and pan fish. Take Hwy. 101 South from Florence to the lake access road on the north side of the highway, near where the Siedel Creek crosses the road. Picnic tables and a boat landing are available on this very private setting.
Keyes Lake Park Keyes Lake's crystal clear waters make a good swimming and fishing lake. Try your luck at fishing for northern pike, walleye, panfish, white fish, brown trout and bass. The park has picnic facilities, a sandy beach and a boat landing. A water slide and swimmers raft adorn the swimming area. Picnic tables, picnic shelters, outhouses, swimming beach, dressing rooms, volleyball court and boat launch with dock is what you will experience when visiting this spring fed crystal clear lake.
Loon Lake Park Walk in access to a 53 acre Loon Lake where anglers will find northern pike, largemouth bass and pan fish. Take Hwy. 101 South of Hwy. 70. The park is located on the west side of the highway.
Popple River Park This park is undeveloped, scenic,designated Wild River, good for canoeing and kayaking. The park offers canoe and kayak access, picnic tables and a spot to fish for brook, brown and rainbow trout. Proceed 12 miles South of Florence on Hwy 101. Picnic tables and canoe access available.
Vagabond Park Located on 928 acre Twin Falls Flowage. Vagabond Park has a sandy beach, picnic area and a boat landing. The flowage is scenic and semi-private with islands and very few dwellings. Anglers will find northern pike, walleye, bass and panfish. Take Hwy. US 2 nine miles east of Florence. Picnic tables are available as well as a beautiful swimming beach.
Public Access Lands
River Tubing
Florence County River Tubing
The most popular tubing trip is on the Pine River Oxbow, but trips on the Brule River are as enjoyable as well. The popularity of the Oxbow is due to its circular nature in which the river literally bring you back to your point of origin, thus enabling the group not to need a pickup vehicle at your exit point. When tubing the Brule River you can put in at the Brule Damn Road and take out at Woods Road. For a shorter trip, put in or take out on Camels Clearing Road. Tubes are available for rent locally. Maps are available at the Wild Rivers Interpretive Center.
Rustic Roads/Drives
Rustic Roads of Florence Co.
Location: Florence County. Between WIS 139 and WIS 101 in the town of Fence.
Length: 32.5 miles
Surface: Gravel
Located within the scenic Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, R-74. It is a peaceful, scenic route among beautiful hardwood forests. R-74 passes the former Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Camp Newald which operated from 1933–1942. This route crosses the Popple River, a state designated Wisconsin "Wild River" - meaning undeveloped. Several fishing and paddling access points to the Popple River are signed. It is also near Morgan Lake Campground, a National Forest semi-wild campground. Sighting a secretive bear, fisher, eagle or many other wildlife species is very possible. Autumn colors explode with brilliance and are always magnificent. Watch the "Rustic Road" signs for directions. For a map of Rustic Road #74 Click Here.
The breathtaking scenery,well maintained trails, rolling hills, endless miles of rivers and streams, tall pines and beautiful hardwoods; these are what snowmobilers to Florence County will encounter. The Florence County Forestry and Parks as well as The Blue Ox Trail Riders does a tremendous job clearing our trails, and grooming for snowmobiling and ATVing enthusiasts alike. Nearly 200 miles of trails within Florence County connect riders to Iron Mountain, Crystal Falls, and Iron River Michingan and Marinette and Forest Counties in Wisconsin. Free overnight parking located in the lower level parking lot at the Florence Natural Resource Center.
Trail Conditions
Florence County Snowmobile Trails are CLOSED
The 2018-2019 Snowmobile Season has officially ended. All Trails are CLOSED. Questions or concerns may be directed to the Florence County Forestry and Parks Department (715) 528-3207 x106.
Blue Ox Trail Riders
The BLUE OX Snowmobile and ATV/UTV trails in Florence County are maintained by the Florence County Blue Ox Trail Riders (P.O. Box 414, Florence, WI 54121). A map of these trails is available from the club or from the Wild Rivers Interpretive Center. 1-888-889-0049 or Click here to view Blue Ox 2017 Trail Map
Nicolet National Forest Trails
A vast network of nearly 500 miles of signed, groomed trails, and hundreds of miles of unplowed National Forest roads, are available to the public free of charge. Trails are maintained by local snowmobile clubs in cooperation with counties and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
The Florence Ranger District, in cooperation with private clubs, state and county agencies, provides many miles of trails for snowmobile use. They may be old logging roads, abandoned railroad grades or logging trails made by the Forest Service or others for other purposes. These trails wind through hardwood forests, pine plantations and frozen wetlands.
Snowmobiles are subject to the following restrictions in the Nicolet National Forest:
Snowmobiles may be used only on unplowed forest roads with a minimum of 4 inches of snow and on designated snowmobile trails and then only after there is four inches of non compacted snow on the ground. Snowmobiles are prohibited on roads and trails signed as closed, gated bermed or rocked off. Cross country snowmobile travel is prohibited. All motor vehicles are prohibited in the Whisker Lake Wilderness, the Perch Lake and Lauterman Lake areas.
Spread Eagle Barrens
State Natural Area-Spread Eagle Barrens
Travel southeast of Florence and here lies the 8500 acre Spread Eagle Barrens State Natural Area. Its name comes from an 1896 surveyors plat map showing the nearby largest expanse of lakes shaped like a soaring eagle. The Spread Eagle Barrens is the largest expanse of pine barrens and bracken grasslands that remain in Northeastern Wisconsin. This unique State Natural Area is rich with plant and animal life. The vast mosaic of six natural communities offers visitors a variety of activities including hiking, skiing, hunting, fishing, and berry picking. In the 1990's, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Florence County, Wisconsin Electric, and the Sand County Foundation began working together to secure lands to be included in the Spread Eagle Barrens State Natural Area. With more than 8000 acres managed, it has remained one of the largest State Natural Areas in Wisconsin. Current management and restoration practices include prescribed burning, invasive species control and restoration timber sales.
The most noticeable topographic feature of the Spread Eagle Barrens is the kettles. Ecologists call these depressions "frost pockets." Every night, cool dense air flows down into the frost pockets from the surrounding area. Frost can form in the lower parts of these giant potholes even when it is warm outside the pockets. Sometimes fog forms in their depths and looks like clouds from the rim of the frost pocket. In fact, frost has been recorded in these pockets in all 12 months of the year!
Foot traffic is welcomed throughout the barrens (even beyond gates and rocks), however, there are no official hiking trails. A map is available to show the many logging roads, burn breaks, and town roads that can be explored
Swimming/Public Beaches
Florence County - Swimming/Public Beaches
Florence County has sandy swiming beaches at Lake Emily Park, West Bass Lake Park, Fisher Lake Park, Keyes Lake Park, Vagabond Park, Morgan Lake and Lost Lake. See the Parks or Camping sections for more information and directions to these beaches. Fisher Lake and Keyes Lake offer swimming rafts and slippery slides as well.
The question is when you get to Florence County, which trail would you like to adventure out on? Our trail systems are for visitors to explore by foot, hoof, ski or bike. Most of the trails within the National Forest connect to provide a full day of exploring. The County Forest trails are mowed in the fall for hunting season, but it is easy to walk through during the spring and summer. Tha Assessor's Trail in the National Forest is a short Interpretive Trail that is nice for families looking for a trail that is short and easy. Maps are available for all trails at the Wild Rivers Interpretive Center or here within this website. Just click on the Maps and Brochures Tab.
Water Ski Shows
Badwater Ski-Ters
This award winning group of performers usually take to their stage on the Menominee River located at the banks of the Vagabond Park located in Spread Eagle. Their performances happen twice weekly, on Wednesday and Sunday evenings starting at 6:00pm. The layout of the park enable all visitors to have the best seat in the house. Concessions are available on site, you only need to bring your own lawnchair. Music fills the air as the Ski-Ters take to the waters, in what is a spectacular showing in an outdoor venue that rivals none. There are special showings throughout the summer months, and these will be posted on the events page.
Florence Co. Waterfalls
Deep in the forest, the waters of Florence County's Wild Rivers cascade, tumble and roar down seven breathtaking waterfalls. LaSalle (Latitude 45.831013, Longitude -88.290010) Meyers (Latitude 45.899845, Longitude -88.436188) and Bull Falls (Latitude 45.898143, Longitude -88.409908) on the Pine River and Washburn (Latitude 45.811271, Longitude -88.365233), Little Bull (Latitude 45.766048, Longitude -88.457523) Big Bull (Latitude 45.797016, Longitude -88.408597) and Jennings Falls (Latitude 45.836911, Longitude -88.363904) on the Popple River. All but one of the falls are accessible by land. Trails to the falls range from 1/4 mile to a little more than one mile. Trails to the falls are generally hilly and unimproved and require more than normal physical effort. Little Bull Falls, which lies entirely within private property, can only be viewed from a canoe or kayak. Canoers and Kayakers may put in at the Morgan Road/Popple River crossing. Little Bull Falls in one half mile downstream from the crossing and is surrounded by rapids both up and downstream.
The following are the named rapids within Florence County. Chipmunk Rapids is along Chipmunk Rapids Road, but the rest of the rapids require a hike to access. All maps and travel information for Florence County Waterfalls is available at the Wild Rivers Interpretive Center or on this website.
Big Murphy Rapids
Nine Day Rapids
McDonalds Rapids
Burnt Dam Rapids
Chipmunk Rapids
Snake Tail Rapids
Whisker Lake Wilderness
State Natural Area
In 1978 Congress and President Carter officially declared 7,500 acres of the former Nicolet National Forest a federally designated wilderness. Whisker Lake Wilderness, the second largest national forest wilderness area in the state, is located in northern Florence County. The name is derived from the majestic pines near the shoreline of Whisker Lake. Timber cruisers from days gone by dubbed these pine "chin whiskers". These "chin whiskers" miraculously escaped the wildfires that ravaged the area after logging in the early 1900's.
The terrain is densely wooded with hiking trails for exploration. Those who visit are seeking solitude and a true communion with nature. Numerous activities are available within the wilderness area. Hiking, hunting, fishing, skiing, berry picking, and nature study can be enjoyed. Motorized use, including bicycles, is prohibited. Please be prepared when entering the wilderness by using a map and a compass. Primitive camping reigns here. There are no amenities, however you may pitch a tent wherever you like.
If you would like a vacation from civilization, Whisker Lake Wilderness is located off of STH 70 approximately 11 miles west of Florence. Access to the area is provided by Forest Road 2150, which heads north off of STH 70. The Forest Service asks that you fill out a destination card at the trailhead before embarking on any trip, whether a day hike or a camping adventure. They also request that you utilize "leave no trace" practices.
For additional information including special regulations and restrictions, contact the Forest Service at the Florence Natural Resource and Wild Rivers Interpretive Center in Florence.
Wild Rivers
Pine and Popple Wild Rivers
Click here to jump to the Wild Rivers Tour page for more info including water flow and level gauge links.
The Pine and Popple Rivers offer a true wild experience, being among Wisconsin's more remote river systems. The area is rugged and undeveloped. Access is limited and often difficult. The shorelines are very heavily wooded. The entire 89 mile length of the Pine River and 62 miles of it's major tributary, the Popple River, were designated by the Wisconsin legislature as State Wild Rivers in 1965 to be protected from development and kept in natural, free-flowing condition. Canoeing or Kayaking these rivers proves to be a beautiful and quite solitude adventure. The Pine and Popple Rivers offer trips of all lenghts, from a short two hour trip around a loop called the "Oxbow" to a full day adventure. River trips also offer an array of challenges from relaxing quiet water floats on the lower Pine to expert level whitewater runs on the Popple.
PINE RIVER The Pine River has two different personalities. The playful upper river, above LaSalle Falls, alternates between deep, slower meandering sections and rapids or falls. The lower river, the last ten miles downstream of the Pine River Flowage, offers relaxed paddling with a steady current and only a few gentle riffles.
POPPLE RIVER Canoeing on the Popple River is more challenging than on the Pine due to frequent low water conditions and the portages around its four waterfalls. The lower section of the Popple River (downstream of Morgan Lake Road) is the most difficult whitewater on the watershed, and it is recommended only for experts with suitable equipment and skills.
Disc Golf
Florence Disc Golf Course
This 18 hole par 63 course is located just west of the Florence Elementary School. The front 9 meanders through a nice wooded area - back 9 is played in open fields. Tees identified by numbered 4X4 posts. One hole is over 600 ft! Path to holes 10-18 runs along the fence that encompasses the soccer field. #10 tee is at the end of this path about 20 feet from the turn of the fence line.
Click here for more course info
Keyes Peak Disc Golf Course
This northern Wisconsin disc golf course starts to the northeast of the Keyes Peak Ski Lodge on Hwy 101. There are 18 holes that play up and down Keyes Peak Ski Hill offereing wooded areas and a spectacular view of Keyes Lake from the top of Keyes Peak. Hole #7 may have the largest vertical drop in all of Wisconsin. Holes vary in length grom 137 ft to 420 ft.
Click here for course map
Click here for more course info
Horseback Riding
Halls Creek Trail
Florence County Forestry and Parks in cooperation with the Northern Saddle Club maintain two trails for equestrian riding. Within Florence County is the Bush Lake Flats Trail. This marked trail is approximately 11 miles long, but the entire forest is open to riding. From the trailhead, the trail is a single track path through hardwoods. After traveling briefly along Tower Road, the trail turns off again and climbs gentle hills to open prairie. Many smaller trails break off the marked trail. The trail surface is grass or sandy soil. For the most part, the trail system is easy to ride, with no challenging areas. The Hall's Creek Trail is 10 miles of marked scenic trails, which travel through a mixture of hardwoods and open fields. The marked trail is in the shape of a figure-eight, with trails extending off of both loops. Again, the entire county forest is open to riding. It would be advantageous to pick up a map of these riding areas, and have a compass or GPS in your posession. Trail maps are available at the Wild Rivers Interpretive Center, or within this website www.northernsaddleclub.org
Keyes Lake Campground Mini-Golf
Keyes Lake Campground located 3 miles south of Florence has your mini-golf needs covered. Enjoy a well layed out course with lighting for evening golf enthusiasts. This course is open from spring until fall. A great family enjoyment for all.
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Christopher E. Bassil, M.D.
Originally from Miami, Florida, Dr. Bassil graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Florida in 1998. In 2004, Dr. Bassil obtained his medical degree from the University of Miami. He completed residency at Baylor College of Medicine in 2008 where he served as Administrative Chief Resident. He serves on Northside Hospital's Perinatal and Continuing Medical Education Committees. He is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Dr. Bassil has a special interest in urinary incontinence, minimally invasive surgery and both, pelvic floor and pelvic pain disorders. He performs advanced surgeries utilizing the da Vinci robot.
He is fluent in Spanish and joined our practice in August of 2008. He travels to all three offices regularly.
Dr. Bassil and his wife have three children.
"I have a wife, 2 daughters, a mother and sister and treat every patient as I would wish them to be treated"

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PORT JERVIS — Polls open in little more than two weeks in Port Jervis, and around the state. Find your polling location before Tuesday, November 7, on the Port Jervis city website.
Not sure which Ward in Port Jervis you live in? Find yourself on the Ward Map.
This is a sister article to this one regarding the Fourth Ward. As there are more than two candidates for the Ward's two seats, no candidate runs unopposed. Therefore , the Third Ward needs the public's help in selecting the Ward's next pair of representatives.
"No policy that does not rest upon some philosophical public opinion can be permanently maintained." — Abraham Lincoln, 16th President of the United States
"There is a power in public opinion in this country – and I thank God for it. For it is the most honest and best of all powers – which will not tolerate an incompetent or unworthy man to hold in his weak or wicked hands the lives and fortunes of his fellow-citizens." — Martin Van Buren, 8th President of the United States
The Third Ward in Port Jervis, which spans from Reservoir Number One to the Port Jervis High School, and covers that corner of the city, has three candidates running for the two seats open to the ward, as there are again for each ward this election.
Residents of the Third Ward, as citizens with the inalienable right to vote, now have a selection to gather information on and form an opinion of, as they are undeniably free to do, before choosing one, if any, that best represents them. Engaged residents in this respect came up with a list of questions for the Ward's candidates regarding it's hot-button issues.
All three of the Ward's candidates answered in each interview in their own words and are unaltered, exclusively here. Commonly used abbreviations found herein are listed at the end of the article for reference:
Gina Fitzpatrick
"Hi, I'm Gina Fitzpatrick and as a resident & council member who just paid over $13,000 in school taxes on my properties, I do not want to see taxes go up any further. Working 3 jobs myself and being a mom to four children, I know how expensive it is to live. Our seniors and low income/fixed income residents really suffer when taxes are raised. The school taxes are what's really gone way too high here. City taxes in Port are not too bad compared to surrounding towns. We have an excellent DPW and Police Dept that goes above and beyond to make this town clean & safe and making cuts to those departments will be detrimental.
As a resident of my ward for 38 years, I know almost all who live here. Most homes in my ward are well kept and maintained and I have not run into many problems with unkept properties. If there's a problem, my fellow 3rd ward councilwoman Kristin and I address it. We work well together.
As when a councilman/councilwoman passes away or quits, I do agree that the seat should go to public vote in a special election. There are laws to follow in that regard as well.
I myself use a hashtag for my DJ business (#DJG) and sometimes for health and fitness etc. I have used #Portpride several times too. I only use it in a positive way. Other than that I am not bothered by seeing them and think it's ok if done tastefully and doesn't cause hate. I'm all about peace and getting along with others. When it comes to politics, it can sometimes be very dirty and hateful. I will remain calm and not be drawn into any drama that others have or create. I will do my best to represent my fellow neighbors and help anyway I can. As a volunteer & resident in my community, I see what Port has to offer. They are endless. Gina Fitzpatrick"
Niki Jones
Question 1.
"The tax increases we have seen over the last couple of years are a result of three components; first no cost of living tax increases for many years, second borrowing from the fund balance to run the City, and third no or little economic development in the City of Port Jervis.
Each budget cycle the mayor presents a budget to the Council through the finance chair. The finance chair then holds meetings with each department head. Once the budget process is completed the budget is presented to the council. Last year the finance chair voted against the very budget she proposed. Last year we had approximately a 9% tax increase, with 2018's rumored to be the same.
Many line items make up the budget; payroll and benefits being two of the largest. But how do you run a City without the people; Police, DPW? So when asked if I would support a tax increase to support moving the City forward, protecting the people, and providing a better community, I would! The tax percentage can be negotiated but not based on not cutting City resources.
To even out our tax base, we need to increase economic development, get buildings sold, both single family homes and commercial buildings. We need to create a healthy economic environment where people want to come to the City, and invest their money."
Question 2.
"The quality of life issues occurring in the third ward surround; drug houses, bank owned houses, waste water runoff/flooding and landlords that rent to tenants that are just not good neighbors. Smaller day to day quality of life issues can be solved with council representatives that are actively engaged in their community, and are willing to work seamlessly with the City departments to proactively seek change for their constituents. Recently work began on the drainage channel after it was compromised by hurricane Irene, and water flooded many yards. It took time, but the City was able to secure funding to repair the drainage channel. I will actively seek solutions and work tirelessly to resolve any problems that occur in the third ward."
Question 3.
"If possible the council should wait until the nearest election; however political reality being what it is, the lack of a member or members could lead to tied votes and gridlock. Councilmembers would then be inclined to appoint someone, but always the electoral process should be followed. Special elections might be possible but it is an expensive process."
Question 4.
"Given my business background I realize the value all kinds of social media and their success at arriving at consensus on various issues. Council members can express opposition on social media but they should not disparage the process."
Kristin Trovei
1. Where do you stand on the property tax increases we have seen in the past few years and will you support them in the future if elected?
"I do not support the recent property tax increases, as evident in my no vote to the budget last year. This is not simply because I think taxes are bad. I understand that as a city resident we expect, and have become used to, certain services provided to us. Those services cost money and costs of services rise each year. We have an amazing group of hardworking and dedicated employees that help keep our city safe, clean and operating and we appreciate them immensely. However, I don't think enough has been done to thoroughly look through the city expenses and revenues, as well as implement changes that could have put the City on a better path, which is why I voted no. I do not want to point fingers, but there have been decisions that have been made in the past by previous councils, for whatever their reasons may have been, that have contributed to the difficult financial issues that we face today. This current council has to follow through on decisions that have been previously made, such as contracts until they are up for renegotiation – a sure to be difficult process. However, we cannot keep kicking the can down the road. I cannot change or dwell on those past decisions. This is where we are at, so let's move on from here.
I believe that the city needs to develop a reasonable financial plan. It can be difficult to enact and follow through on as the administrations change and emotions can get in the way of reason, but the basic concepts should be followed to ensure that the City can sustain. It is possible to maintain the level of employees, pay those employees well, provide good benefits to those employees, maintain services, and reduce costs. While every situation is different, tactics to achieve those goals have been utilized in other communities and I believe that if people are willing to work together, we can come up with plans and contracts that will reduce the ever-increasing burden on the tax payers while maintaining, if not enhancing, the services the City provides to its current residents and businesses as well as attract new ones. In addition, the City needs to develop a plan to properly market and promote the City to draw more residents in and increase the tax base that has been relatively stagnant for far too long as well as draw in new economic opportunities.
I see positive changes in Port Jervis that has happened over the past 2 years. Many of the old buildings in the down town area have been purchased and renovated and we are trying to utilize our natural resources and history as tourist attractions. New businesses will come in, bringing new jobs, new visitors and maybe new residents, and we need to support that as much as we can. However, we also need to make sure we support the businesses and residents that are already here so that they can remain and thrive here.
Ultimately, we all need to work together to do what's best for the hardworking tax payers of this city. That's the responsible thing to do."
2. What are your thoughts and plans for improving the living conditions in our ward?
"Quality of life issues affect every ward. I think in order to combat them we need to be proactive as well as develop better communication with the police department, the code enforcement office, neighborhood watch groups and residents. If people do not communicate the problems, they cannot be fixed. Communication and the sharing of information is something I push for, which is one of the reasons why for the past year I have posted weekly 'cliff notes' of meetings that I have attended on my Facebook page so people who cannot attend meetings can have a glimpse of what was discussed.
The PJPD and Code Enforcement officers work very hard and spend much of their time in areas with a record of higher reported problems, which unfortunately leaves the rest of the city being monitored less often. However, if we were to hire additional resources, the budget would increase, which is often not an enjoyable prospect.
I believe we need to provide as many resources as we can reasonably afford to our city departments as well as continue to look at regulations and procedures to see what can be changed to allow the City to more easily and effectively stop some of the problems. We recently hired two part-time seasonal code enforcement officers to assist with the demand placed on our Code Enforcement office, with the expectation that their salaries would essentially be paid with the fines that will be accrued. But we also need the residents to assist. There are things that the citizens can do to help that the City cannot do while the city council and officials deal with the legalities and obstacles that stand in our way. I cannot attend neighborhood watch meetings in the 3rd ward due to the fact that I have a CDA meeting on the same day and time as those meeting are supposed to occur, but I have requested that meeting notes be forwarded to myself and Ms. Fitzpatrick so we can be apprised of issues raised and we can follow up with proper departments. Other wards have active neighborhood watch groups and I hope that these meetings occur more regularly, more residents attend and help be a part of the solution. Pride and respect of your property and community cannot be legislated, but we can lead by example and work with each other to help solve some of the issues that we face."
3. What is your position on installing council members without a public vote in the circumstance a member quits or dies?
"Losing a member of the council is never easy and the prospect of replacement is never taken lightly. The process to fill that vacated seat is outlined by the Board of Elections and enacted by the remaining council members. I believe in the continuity of government and that part of the responsibility of the council is to make decisions to ensure that residents are being fully represented. Leaving a seat vacant for an extended period of time would not allow for full representation. I can understand the concerns of this process, but I believe in the ability for the remaining council members to agree on an appointment of a person they believe to be qualified and dedicated to the task until an election can occur and the residents of that ward can vote on the next council member."
4. Where do you stand on sitting council members denigrating the use of hashtags, the public search engine tool for building community and organized information?
"I do not use hashtags. I have 'hashtagged' appx 2 times in my entire life and don't necessarily plan on utilizing hashtags in the future. It is just not something that I participate in. I typically do not use them, share them, follow them, search with them, or comment on them. I can see that if utilized properly, they can be a useful tool. I can also see how they can be over used and lose their effectiveness. However, recently a hashtag has been circulating in a negative manner toward a friend of mine and fellow candidate. I disagreed with the sentiment, however, since I respect people's rights (even councilmember's) to have opinions, I did not say anything about the hashtag nor did I say anything about specific person(s) or publications that may or may not have started it or been associated with it. Unfortunately, the hashtag was used in a manner which I believe to be improper. Hashtags belong on social media, not anonymously placed in a person's personal belongings, which is something that recently occurred. Whether meant to be a joke or harassment/intimidation for the candidate, I believe it to be inappropriate. I believe that one can agree with the sentiment of the intended use of the hashtag while not agreeing with the actions that transpired.
Thank you for including me in your Election 2017 coverage. If anyone has any questions, comments, concerns, suggestions or need clarification on anything, please reach out to me and I will provide you with as much factual and honest information as I can provide."
Abbreviations above:
- appx – approximately
- CDA – Community Development Agency
- DPW – Port Jervis Department of Public Works
- PJPD – Port Jervis Police Department


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Diamond View Gondola
Be amazed by the spectacular tropical rainforest from the unique viewing perspective of Skyrail's glass floor Diamond View Gondolas. 11 Diamond View Gondolas not only provide guests with panoramic views of the tropical landscape, coral sea and rainforest canopy but also offer the unique perspective of looking straight down from the treetops to the forest floor below.
Diamond View gondolas carrying a maximum of 5 passengers, will depart stations approximately every 7 minutes and passengers travelling on them will enjoy dedicated boarding queues at all terminals and stations.
You can view footage of our Diamond View Gondola experience on YouTube:
To reserve your Diamond View experience, please book your tour and select the upgrade for travel in a Diamond View gondola.
Additional fees apply:
$20.00 Adult, $10.00 Child (One-way Skyrail)
Diamond View is available on a one-way per person basis only; round trip and family rates do not apply.
The prices shown above are in Australian Dollars, GST inclusive and valid from April 1st 2019 to March 31st 2020.


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Price: $2.49
Version: 2.2.7
Updated: February 12, 2016
Size: 82 MB
Category: Story Creation, ELA
Rory's Story Cubes are contained in an app that you and your students will go back to again and again. From grade 1 all the way through school, students trip over the story they will tell, what it will be about, who will be in it. Here's a challenge: shake the 9 dice that appear on the Rory's Story Cubes App and then start your story. Include as many of the 9 pictures as you can in your story.
"Nine cubes, 54 images, 10 million combinations, infinite stories," so says the advertising and I think it may be true. Start with using 3 of the pictures, then work your way up to include all 9. Differentiate for students.
Screen capture the 9 dice in position in order to work for longer on each story or to mix the cubes up for the next student. In-app purchases include other sets of dice. For example, purchase dice with Actions or verbs as their common theme, or mythic creatures. "Clues" came as an extra set on the day I purchased the original set of cubes.
This app will challenge good writers to work with the images they are given. The images on the dice can also help struggling writers to focus their energies on ideas already in front of them. Rory's Story Cubes have various uses in the classroom and it is challenging enough to work with students up to grade 6 and struggling writers in the middle grade classroom.
Rory's Story Cubes, the real dice set, is also available to purchase from Amazon.ca and other education resource providers. They are a great boost for your struggling writers in whichever format suits your classroom.


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Last night I had to make something for a gathering with a Mexican theme and I was stumped — I couldn't think of anything new or original to bring. So, I took to the Internet and one of my first searches turned up this great blog A Couple Cooks. Their recipe for Stuffed Poblano Peppers sounded great, so I decided to go with that, as well as a basic salsa recipe. (Look for that tomorrow).
First the peppers. (I didn't take pictures — this one is from the post on A Couple Cooks.)
I decided to double it, which was just enough for 10 people (who also had another entree going on). Everyone loved these and there were only 4 leftover. I'll post the single recipe here though, which would be good for 4+ people. If you found some mini bell peppers, you could make great little appetizers out of this recipe too.
• 4 poblano peppers (I did a mixture of poblano and bell peppers — prepare the same way)
• 1 c. uncooked brown rice (could use quinoa or another grain too)
• 1 1/2 c. salsa (I ended up using 2 c. for the doubled recipe and it was great)
• 1 15 oz. can black beans
• 1 1/2 c. frozen or canned corn
• 3 green onions
• 1 tsp. cumin
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• cayenne pepper or Tobasco to taste
• salt and pepper to taste
• olive oil
• Shredded cheese
• Chopped cilantro for garnish (which I forgot…)
1. Cook rice according to package directions. I ended up not putting in all of the rice I cooked for the double batch. As it was I had some filling left over (which is great, because we can freeze it or use it for tacos or something). SO, you could maybe go with 3/4 of a cup and see how that goes.
2. Whilte the rice cooks (you'll have plenty of time to do everything else while the rice cooks for 45 minutes, FYI) prepare the peppers: slice in half length-wise and remove seeds and ribs. It looks nice if the stems are still attached, but obviously those don't get eaten. You may want to wear gloves for this if you're using poblanos (especially if you're wearing contacts you'll have to take out later!). This is my general rule of thumb for every pepper that isn't a bell pepper, after burning my eyeballs far too many times.
Place skin side down, drizzle with olive oil, flip (so skin side up) and drizzle again. Put them under a broiler for 6-7 minutes (until they start to char a bit). Flip so they are skin side down and broil for another 6-7 minutes. Remove from oven.
3. While the peppers are broiling… chop onions, drain and rinse the black beans.
4. Place onions, black beans, corn (I went with frozen), seasonings (all seasonings to taste — go nuts if you like things spicier) in a large microwaveable bowl (especially if corn is frozen. If it's thawed/canned, you might be good at room temp).
5. If the rice has been cooked and has cooled, add rice first, then heat in microwave. Otherwise, heat the mixture to warm (1-3 minutes), then add your cooked rice, along with a handful of cheese just to stick it all together a bit.
I split my mixture and used a regular Mexican blend of cheeses for the vegetarian ones and used Daiya vegan cheese for the vegan ones. (If you haven't tried this cheese yet, vegan or not, you must!)
6. Place peppers back on baking sheet and fill with rice/bean mixture. My peppers were all oddly shaped so I had to get a little creative with this and pile it up and tuck it in crevices.
7. Top with a bit of shredded cheese (any kind you're using) and place back under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, until the cheese melts and begins to brown a bit.
8. Top with sour cream (regular or Tofutti) and sprinkle with a bit of chopped cilantro if you have it or salsa.
This was easy to make, took less than an hour and was a crowd pleaser. I'll definitely be making this again!


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LNP Local Number Portability
New Forum Member
Joined: Aug 02, 2007
Posts: 5
Thu Aug 02, 2007 2:04 pm
Post subject: Howdy!
Hey eveyone! I work in the LNP department for
. I just heard about this forum and wanted to stop by.
How's it hangin' everyone?
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Joined: Apr 24, 2007
Posts: 28
Sat Aug 04, 2007 1:45 pm
Post subject: Great
Great!! Can you check on my softphone number transfer for me. I am trying to port out to T-Mobile. It has been a little over a week but something does not feel right. I called
two days ago about the transfer and they said that a
rep tried to call me, twice. However, I had not received any calls. So I called the executive rep guy I was told to call and he basically had nothing to say about my transfer, instead he wanted to talk about a problem I had with my softphone from three months ago.
So here I am waiting... waiting in the seeming endless nether world tween carriers.
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Joined: Aug 02, 2007
Posts: 5
Sat Aug 04, 2007 7:40 pm
Post subject:
Unfortunately, I'm unable to actually check the status of number transfers on these forums. My postings here have no affiliation with
and should not be taken as 'official' work from and/or by the company.
However, I'm glad to help people with general questions on transfers to the best of my knowledge/ability.
That said, your particular situation is a common problem with my department. When it comes to port outs of
(For example, transferring a number from
to Verizon) out LNP (Local Number Portability) department is unable to give any specific details on particular transfers. Commonly we have customers contacting us looking for information on a transfer. All information and dealings must be handled through the winning carriers side (the carrier receiving the number from Vonage). Specific details on the account can be handled by the primary
Customer Service line (like information on LSP Freezes, Pending Orders, etc.).
But general information is still the same when it comes to porting a number, so general inquiries on number transfers (whether in or out) can gladly be asked. Keeping in mind, specially when it comes to a port out, that most 'help' given is based on how
handles port ins to it's company and some ports to other companies can be somewhat different.
Hope this helps someone.
Edit: And, I'm not insulting anyone else's department, but I'd just like to say our specific department (LNP Customer Care) has some pretty down to earth, knowledgeable people.
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Thu Aug 09, 2007 5:36 pm
Post subject:
Perhaps you could shed some light on the above situation?
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Fri Aug 10, 2007 7:20 pm
Post subject: Answer this question
Nice of you to help out. I have a good one for you. This is long.
I have been trying to port my landline number to
for over 2 years. I have been hot and heavy for the last couple of months.
of course tells me they have no acess to my number or some such. I figured it was my local telephone supplier giving them the run around. They are a mom and pop operation. I called the Alabama public service commission to complain. They informed me that I could indeed port my number to
, and that
was on the list of providers that I could use. Great I thought. I then received a call from Otelco stating they had received a message from the Service Commission about my complaint. Otelco informed me that as much as they would hate to loose me, I could indeed port my number to
. Well, I was in Heaven. I called
and gave them the good news. Guess what, Yep,
said they could not port my number. All I need is the form from
that I need to send to Otelco. I convinced a
Rep to send it to me, but He didn't do it. I am sure they have regulations to go by. So I guess I am on hold for now. Does this sound right? I know
need all the customers it can get.
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Fri Aug 10, 2007 7:22 pm
Post subject: Answer this question
seems this posted twice.
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Fri Aug 10, 2007 7:43 pm
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humm, interesting...
The first thing I'm wonder is; what kind of forum do they require? And even with that forum, what action can they take with it? The basics of beginning number transfers go like this:
- Customer calls in to begin number transfer.
(or whatever carrier that will receive the number begins transfer.
- Customer completes NTA/LOA forum via 3PV.
- Initial request of transfer is sent to losing carrier (carrier the number is coming from)
- Carrier either response with date of transfer, or potential problem of transfer (i.e. address mismatch). In which case of the latter, problem is assisted and request is resent to carrier and if that was the only problem, carrier response with a transfer date.
- The third party then assists with removal of the number's ownership from previous carrier and 'transports' the number to the winning carrier.
So basically, the only forum(s) I can see that are required are either A) The NTA/LOA forum or B) The actual request of transfer. Now, what
seems to be saying is the number can't be transfered. This could be for a number of reasons, like for example, an ICA (inter connectivity agreement between either
and the third party,
and the carrier, or the third party and the carrier), or the number is outside the footprint (the number's area is outside Vonage's able coverage area).
In all honesty, if a Customer Service Representative advises you that the number cannot be transfered, it can't be transfered. Despite what the carrier or any third party is telling you.
However, if you are unsure and want to be 100% sure your number cannot be ported, there's some steps that can be taken:
- Contact
Customer Service and/or Technical Support and ensure it cannot be transfered. Heck, contact them more than once, just to ensure each agent understands fully what you're trying to do and they're taking the appropriate steps to ensure your number can or cannot be transfers (I mean, lets face it, sometimes an agent can make a mistake and forget to take that extra step to ensure something)
- Find out the third party involved with your number (PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT
LOOKING FOR THIS INFORMATION, AGENTS ARE UNABLE TO GIVE THIS INFORMATION. PLEASE DO NOT PUT US IN A SITUATION WHERE WE HAVE TO REFUSE GIVING OUT THIS INFORMATION BASED ON PROCEDURE. No one wants customers coming to their job asking them to do things against procedure or even the law, same goes for over the phone agents) and possibly contact them asking for more information. Please note, third parties rarely deal with the average consumer and may not be able to provide you with information, once again, please do not expect anyone to violate the boundaries of their job. Trust me when I say every person you speak to on the phone will and usually wants to help you the best way we can, I mean, if everyone gets their problem resolved then less people will call in and our job will be a little less busy! But at the same time, no one wants to risk that very same job!
Anyways, hope this helps. If you need anymore information or like me to clarify anything, let me know.
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I am over four weeks waiting to port my number from Sunrocket and I am becoming doubtful that I will ever get my number back. What are my options if I never get the number back?
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Hello, I'm Stella Drivas and my love of cooking healthy foods has led me here… recipe ideas and development at hungryhappens.com. I take traditional recipes and clean them up. This is done by using whole ingredients, unprocessed foods, high in nutritional value and health benefits.
Prior to having my children, I was an inactive, excuse producer that constantly struggled with my weight. Whether it was by starving myself or binging on junk food, I was never able to maintain. However, after I gave birth I had a ton of weight to lose (60 lbs. with my first and 55 with my second). I achieved weight loss through moderate exercise and eating real food. If you are looking to lose weight, I have a few tips I can offer you from my own personal experience/success:
- Eat clean meals, many times a day. Do not skip meals, snacking is good – it will prevent a massive psycho hungry episode that will propel you into binging. Snack on healthy munchies – nuts, yogurt, carrots – skip the carby, sodium-laden crackers and chips. Stick to baked/roasted or grilled chicken, fish, salads, vegetables – you get the picture.
- Drink plenty of water. it fills you up and clears you up. so many times I have felt fatigued/tired and threw back a big glass of water and immediately felt better. SKIP THE SODAS (even diet sodas) AND SUGARY JUICES!
- Do not eat after dinner. when I lost the weight, I would eat pretty much whatever I wanted (large portions) but skip bedtime snacks.
- No sugar – I would only take a spoonful in my coffee in the morning.. that is it. No donuts, cookies, cake, nothing. Don't get me wrong, I would have a piece of cake at a wedding or party; but no sugar on a daily or weekly basis.
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The most profound impact on my eating habits comes from my mother and grandmother. They instilled in me two lifetimes of traditional Mediterranean food culture. I always ask myself, would my grandmother eat this? Also, COOK! it's actually a lot of fun and self-fulfilling – physically and mentally. Try to get your partner or kids involved too. Blast some dance music on the iPod and shake what your mama gave you — in the kitchen. Yes, I do this.
My main goal in this endeavor is to pass this message along to my children, family and whomever else is willing to listen. Fortunately, through social media, the impact one person can have is endless. Personally, I am so grateful that I have so many friends on social media networks. i especially love hearing your feedback on HH recipes.
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Mindset. Take control. You must want to improve and maintain the quality of your life. You must have your own well being as a top priority. And you MUST believe in yourself and all that you are capable of!!!
- Exercise. It doesn't have to be intense and body building-esque. Of course, this varies with your own personal goals, but if you are starting out, take it slow – your body will advance at its own pace. And remember, never compare yourself to someone else. You have no idea how long and intense they have been working out. Once you start moving, you will become addicted to it; it's all the endorphins – love those little guys.
- Real Food. Choose high quality, unprocessed foods. Granted, it is fabulous to shop at local farmers markets, but that is not always feasible for all of us. When you are at the supermarket, stay out of the middle of the store; shop the outer perimeter, where the food goes bad quickly. Remember, the longer the shelf life, the shorter yours.
- Research. Knowledge is power. Always consider the nutritional advantages and benefits of what you put into your body. You really are what your eat.
- Relax. This is not do or die. We are here to enjoy life. My family and I still eat foods like pizza and donuts. It is inevitable. But now, they are limited instances, where in the past, they were common place. Just trust your instincts and do not over-indulge.


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Let's Get Crafty I April I How To Decoupage A Clay Pot
Hello, this is Ujjwal and I am so glad to be on Neelu's blog today. I have known her virtually for quite some time and I love reading her blog. So I couldn't pass on the opportunity to be here.
Next paint your pots using acrylic colors. I used white, since that goes with the background of the napkin I will decoupage with. You can choose the color according to your decoupage napkin.
Ujjwal, thank you SO much for this fabulous tutorial.
You could connect with Ujjwal through her website, blog or Facebook page.
Decoupage supplies can be found in my store as well.
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Very smart. I really like the results. I think i will have to try this.ReplyDeleteReplies
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What a beautiful inspiration and fab tutorial Ujjwal ..Thank you so much for sharing ...Never thought that one could use terracota pots for decoupage... but now seeing your beautiful pot I am so inspired to give it a try :)ReplyDeleteReplies
She has so much talent, it's inspiring!Delete
Beautiful!! This is really a great idea!ReplyDeleteReplies
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Great coincidence this .... I have just recently learned about decoupage & was wanting to ask you if Mod Podge is decoupage glue. That question answered, on to the next .... can you decoupage on glass?ReplyDeleteReplies
Yup, Mod Podge is decoupage glue. Yes to decoupage on glass as well. You will need to use a sponge to apply the glue though. Ping me if you need any more details. :)Delete


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I went to Pittsburgh Pennsylvania for the first time and these are a few things I saw:
Mattress Factory: 500 Sampsonia Way Pittsburgh, PA 15212
A nicely appointed brick building located in a partially revitalized neighborhood of Pittsburgh has multiple floors for permanent installations and changing exhibitions. Sarah Oppenheimer's 610-3356, 2008 is fun to see in real life but unfortunately it's in a locked room. This makes sense, as you can fall into the piece through its floor aperture, but being separated in such a way seems uncomplimentary to the idea of the piece. James Turrell's Catso, Red (1967), 1994 is very Turrell-y and fine to see, his other installations, a zero light room and a blue rectangle piece feel too familiar, maybe too Turrel-y. Yayoi Kusama's Infinity Dots Mirrored Room, 1996 and Repetitive Vision, 1996 utilize her foolproof method of mirrors, lights and psychedelic dots. They are a hit here too, the rooms are a bit stuffy, a bit small but nonetheless they are a feel good time. The current exhibition, Neighbo(u)rhood is a group show, apparently about the perception of neighborhoods, boring in concept, boring to see executed but things can't always be hits eh? There seems to be money, potential and know how to Mattress Factory but it feels a bit stilted, maybe because it is summer, but it seems like it could somehow have a bit more energy or young Pittsburgh art scene thing or something like that. It is a great space; hopefully it is funkier during the rest of the year.
The Andy Warhol Museum: 117 Sandusky Street Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Andy Andy Andy. This town was just not big enough for you. Nor was the universe but still, this is where you sprang from and that in itself is charming. The Warhol is in a big building, near one of the city's many bridges and it is a bit of a mausoleum/Masonic temple to Andy. The problem though is that it is all a bit underwhelming. The best of the museum is the video works. There is a room of hundreds of hanging TVs that feature Warhol's cable television ventures that he started in 1982, Andy Warhol's TV and Andy Warhol's Fifteen Minutes. On these shows he interviews famous people, movie stars, designers, singers, and various others. He also features culture and various snippets of the time such as Chinese theatre makeup preparation and the NYPD and their horses. Sometimes he is in them, sometimes he is not, either way all of them are just fantastic. Another wonderful thing to see is his video recordings of his other projects. One in particular that was heart breaking was when he was photographed in drag with silver blonde wig and red lips. He looks superb but also hysterically gross. You can see his pox marked face and the pores of his nose, yet he has perfected the gaze into the lens, controlling the pupils of his eyes and the tilt of the jaw. What is most amazing to see is that below the makeup line on his neck he is wearing a pedestrian button up, a silly pink and blue fabric belt and soggy looking denim jeans. His frame is revealingly slight and he looks almost child like in his moments of boredom, of waiting for things to go on. It shows so much of everything Warhol was. The rest of the museum had some not very interesting celebrity portraits done by The Factory and a smattering of other hits. These rooms seem poorly considered though. The other exhibition rooms for group shows and other artists were just b.a.d. Someone please do not just stop at the laurels of the Warhol name.
Wood Street Galleries: 601 Wood Street Pittsburgh, PA 15222
This space is dedicated to new media art and resides on two floors and a few off-site locations in downtown Pittsburgh. The show on view is an interesting group show of Icelandic artists entitled, Long are the Days, Short are the Night (recent icelandic art). One floor had a cacophony of sounds and mostly video works and projections on walls, objects and other such things. The noise and lights and crazy music video vibe works well. A standout was Egill Saebjornsson, Rotation Unit, 2010, a chicken fence oblong form that reminds one of 3D modeling software spinning slowly on a pedestal like platform with light striations beaming onto it. This is the first time I have experienced something like an irl computer imaging sculpture; odd but good. On another floor it was sparser and quieter, there was a room by Darri Lorenzen called Converge, 2008, where once you go into the room it automatically locks for five minutes. There is a single filament light bulb on the ceiling in the center of the room. This gradually dims, them there is an odd buzzing emanating from the vents on the ceiling. The room darkens and the sound begins to feel magnetic. When it gets completely dark "Iceland" becomes center in the brain. The light pops on and the door unlocks. This piece is simply but cuts to the point well.
Space: 812 Liberty Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15222
It is what is calls itself, an impressive ground floor space in the heart of downtown. The space is very cool, the exhibition installed, not so much. It was wall drawings made by various artists made within a day. Simple idea, poor selection of artists and a big space makes for a not very stunning show but it is obvious if the formula changed in regards to the artist(s) that it would be very cool to see art here.
Carnegie Museum of Art: 4400 Forbes Avenue Pittsburgh, PA
Oh my, talk about just getting things done. To the point, the Carnegie has a solid collection of whose who in art history. It is a check box of the hits within modern, contemporary and also earlier American art. It is a bit boring really but I guess that's as good as any formula (?). Walking through the galleries, which are very densely installed is like walking through an actual timeline. Also, for goodness sakes a fresh coat of paint or at least wall stain removal would be beneficial. All the selections are perfect minor examples. Textbook is boring but it is educational and I think that's the point of it all. For those that want to know "what is art" is the most suburban of ways, go here. You can win in the Trivial Pursuit section marked "Fine Art" after your visit.
Andy Warhol's Grave: Saint John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Cemetery, Bethel Park, PA 15102
To go to anyone's grave is solemn, even to Andy's grave. Surprisingly it is mildly difficult to find. He is buried in a very small cemetery that is not marked well nor is it very google-able. You turn off a road from a small neighborhood and there is a hill, a small building and a paved road that leads you to a sprinkling of graves. Andy is near the beginning, in front of his mother and father's graves. His grave is very simple, black stone with reverse etching. People have left some silver balloons, Campbell's soup cans, buttons, flowers, notes and other things. I left a peach, the sweetest thing I had on hand, I read he had a sweet tooth. It was sad to see. You can sort of see where the coffin is, a slight depression in the ground. Although it is obvious that people have come to pay respects, this is no Jim Morrison grave. It is peaceful, sort of lonely and very unglamorous on this little hill. He has a nice view though, of a simple town. It is quiet there and his folks are behind him and it seems a good place to have your final rest. There is calm there, a matter of fact-ness that is not sad but honest.
That wraps up the bulk of the art seen in Pittsburgh. It is a great city that fortunately does not have any complexes to be like any other place. They have great sports; great colors and they are very nice drivers. All should go and also go to Kennywood! Go at night if you can. It is really superb.


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Dear husband and I have been on a bit of a health kick and so I have been trying out healthy new vegan recipes. Last week we had a friend come over for dinner. Perfect opportunity to try out the new brownie recipe on the PPK web site? Hell yeah!
These brownies are squidgey, moist and very delicious. Want to try them out for yourself? Here is the recipe on the PPK site: Raspberry Truffle Brownies. Well done Isa! You have made me very happy.
I took most of the batch in to work the next day to avoid dear husband
and I totally ruining all our good work losing weight recently. They
didn't last long in the staff room. I'll take that as a sign that they
were appreciated.
The recipe suggests a cooking time of 16-18 minutes. As I lurve fudgy brownies I took them out of the oven at 16 minutes. They did look like they could have used a couple of minutes longer. However, as per Isa's advice, a few hours chilling in the fridge and they were fabulous. But if you don't want to risk the raspberries making your brownies seem a little "wet" you might want to cook them for the full 18 minutes.
Unfortunately there was a layer of gooey goodness left on the baking paper which I absolutely could not waste. Am I the only one who scrapes the left overs off the lining?
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Congratulations and Happy Easter to CAPT Phillips, his wife, children, family and friends. You got the best Easter present eva!
Bravo Zulu to the officers and crew if the USS Bainbridge DDG-96 who lived up to their motto - "Competence ~ Dedication ~ Discipline" - completely. Plus, I always have complete faith in a guy named Frank!
I only found out 30 minutes ago, I was at my parent's house where technology is ten years behind. No Internet. Not even dial-up. Nothing. My mother had the Lifetime Movie Network on mute all afternoon while people came and went. I came in the door, popped on FoxNews, went to the back of the house, put on laundry.....came back into the living room and "WHAT? YES!!"
From the supersecret Navy place.......an evil chuckle about the priceless look on that last pirate's face as he is on the Bainbridge negotiating the pirate escape and CAPT Phillips return. Imagine, the pirate feeling smug, dictating terms. Then there is a commotion. Shots. Cheering. Sucks to be you buddy!
I am relieved to have called Obama's actions correctly. I said that I understood he would talk as long as talking was safe. Talking CAPT Phillips out of danger would have been the best possible outcome for Obama. It fits will his philosophy. I'm cool with that. But I said repeatedly that when push came to shove, he would give the order to fire. I am happy and relieved to have been right.


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Daihatsu Tanto FCHV
The Daihatsu Tanto FCHV (fuel cell hybrid vehicle) is also a mini MPV (multi purpose vehicle) and sits on the frame of the Daihatsu Tanto mini vehicle. Developmentally the Tanto FCHV is based on the Daihatsu Move FCV-K2. Similar in appearance to the Honda Element or the Scion xB, the Daihatsu Tanto FCHV seats up to four adults comfortably, despite the fact that it is a compact auto.
Daihatsu Tanto FCHV Mini MPV
The Daihatsu Tanto FCHV uses a fuel cell stack (30 kw) developed by Toyota and has placed this stack underneath the seats for increased roominess. The front-wheel drive 32 kw electric motor and nickel-metal hydride battery pack provides the torque and an exceptionally quiet ride.
The Dahatsu Tanto FCHV made its first public appearance at the Tokyo Auto Show in October of 2005. Since then it has garnered a fair amount of attention primarily because they have increased the size of the hydrogen tank (35MPa), allowing greater distances between fill-ups (96 miles), while at the same time reducing the size of the battery and placing it in the rear compartment, giving the auto much more passenger space.
Toyota has also added LED lights to this model in the Tanto, reducing the amount of energy it needs to run. Although it may seem like a small detail, headlights and interior lighting can place a considerable amount of strain on a battery. Leaving headlights on for just a few hours, for example, can leave a auto unable to start without a jump. Reducing the power that goes to lighting makes the auto much more efficient.
Like most autos at exhibits and auto shows, the Daihatsu Tanto FCHV will not be in production for consumers for at least several years, if ever. However, the auto is important because it demonstrates how forward-thinking automobile companies are dealing with the problems that equipping autos with fuel cells brings, namely, the cost of the technology, passenger comfort, driving speed and maximizing the range of the vehicle. The Daihatsu Tanto FCHV is currently in a leasing agreement with Osaka Prefectural Government in Japan.
|Daihatsu has also added an energy indicator to this model. Much like the gas gauge on your auto, this energy gage can accurately tell drivers how much power their vehicle has left, making it more user-friendly and easier to drive.
The Daihatsu Tanto FCHV energy indicator lets fleet drivers know when its time to pull over to the nearest hydrogen fueling station or head back to base camp for their next fuel up.
Although not a big advancement, most fuel cell prototypes still don't have an accurate way for the driver to gauge how much further they could go before needing more hydrogen for the tanks.
All in all, the Dahatsu Tanto FCHV shows that future hydrogen auto design doesn't have to be based upon the engines and drive trains of older automobiles. More passenger room and comfort can be had with newer fuel cell based models and its simply a matter of allocating the components sensibly throughout the vehicle that will drive even future design improvements.


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SEATTLE, Wash., December 6, 2016 — Record360, the industry-leading provider of asset condition reporting software, has partnered with Karmak, a leading provider of business management software for the commercial transportation industry, to provide an integrated digital solution for renting and leasing commercial vehicles while effectively documenting vehicle condition.
The partnership aligns with increasing business demands for efficient, digitized solutions for the commercial vehicle industry. Karmak's software already provided commercial vehicle firms with the ability to manage inventory from end-to-end for a simplified management process. Meanwhile, Record360's app-based solution offered rental and leasing companies the ability to decrease damage disputes and expenses by digitizing the condition review process. By integrating the two solutions, commercial vehicle firms will, for the first time ever, enjoy a fully streamlined and digitized rental management and rental condition review experience.
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Staring at your smartwatch 24/7 and wondering when that Android Wear 2.0 update will finally arrive?
If so, bad news we're afraid - Google has confirmed to us that a bug is holding up the rollout:
"We have started rolling out the Android Wear 2.0 update to Fossil Q Founder, Casio Smart Outdoor Watch WSD-F10 and Tag Heuer Connected. For other devices, the update is currently being delayed due to a bug found in final testing. We will push the update to the remaining devices as soon as the issue is resolved."
Balls indeed. Don't forget, the initial plan was for the rollout to begin back on 15 February.
The upgrade for the three devices stated above began on 29 March, although we're yet to see the pop-up notifying us of the update show up on any of our watches. We're told that it should arrive by 4 April at the latest.
For the rest of the gang it's a bit of a waiting game then. If you're rocking a ZenWatch, a Moto 360, a Nixon Mission, a Polar M600 or any of the other smartwatches due for the update, make sure you bookmark our Wear 2.0 update status page, which we're updating regularly.