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STI spans all three tiers, they have an excellent lower cost gun that is the STI Spartan, this gun offers a lot of perks and only has an MSRP of $660, in the lower tier guns, this one is hard to beat, but as STI is mainly higher priced guns, not many first time buyers are familiar with it and may overlook it.
The features are listed as:STI has a great amount of mid to high tier guns as well such as the Lawman, Legacy, and Ranger II.Crafted with classic 1911 design, the STI International Spartan is a traditional 1911 pistol with high-end standards at an affordable price.
The Spartan is built on a steel, government length, standard width frame. The grip includes a checkered mainspring housing to provide a sure grip. The controls are an STI International single sided thumb safety and high-rise beavertail grip safety. The slide features traditional 1911 styling with front and rear cocking serrations, and the barrel is 5.0" with a match grade fitted bushing. This excellent firearm comes standard with an STI square hammer, patented STI trigger system, and STI sear and disconnector for smooth, reliable function.
The Spartan has a Parkerized finish and is available in .45 ACP
STI also offers several double stack variants in varying calibers as well as a wide variety of single stack options.
My pick from STI: Ranger II or Tactical 4.15
That pretty much sums of the first two tiers of 1911s, I'm not going to go into much detail on the third tier, as generally speaking, you're looking at a minimum of $1600 on up.
These are your semi-custom makers, they turn out fewer guns than the big companies listed above, but what they turn out is usually "grade A" awesome and perfection. While they don't turn out nearly as many guns as, they are still production type manufactures with the major differences being in the quality of parts used, expert hand fitting of those parts, and extreme attention to detail on the finished product.
Generally, you can call them and get what ever you want on the gun with not too much of fuss. Before we purchased Lima's Wilson, we were looking into a Nighthawk Custom, she called them up and basically any change she wanted they were willing to do.
Ed Brown:
Ed Brown has been in the 1911 business for a while staring back in the early days of IPSC as parts maker / gunsmith. He'd the genius that came up with both the Bobtail and speed bump, high ride, beavertail grip safety. It's a family business and the guns produced are spectacular it fit, finish, and function. They began making 1911s and rifles in 1998, but as noted Ed Brown has been building guns at one level or another since 1968.
Fusion Firearms:
Fusion Firearms are still relatively new but are making great progress establishing themselves in the market. I've been talking to them in the past few weeks working up a quote for a custom build and their level of communication is excellent and their prices are more than fair, come spring time don't be surprised if I have one on order.
Fusion Firearms is run by the former owner of Dan Wesson Bob Serva. They are turning out some fantastic guns at prices lower than the other makers in the third tier. Currently, the word is to buy one now before prices go up higher than they have since their inception. From what I've been reading they are worth every penny and those that have them seem to like them.
Les Baer:
Les Baer is another long time maker of 1911s. They have a solid reputation for building some of the best and tightest 1911s out there such as the Thunder Ranch Special (TRS), Swift Response Pistol (SRP), and their Premier II line. Les Baer was also involved in the FBI 1911 selection with a but as rumor has it, the contract went to Springfield as they were better equipped with a larger staff to meet the service needs that the FBI wanted for their guns.
Nighthawk Custom (NHC):
NHC started as a spin off from Wilson Combat (both are located in Berryville, AK). They are still "new on the block" so to speak but the staff that makes up NHC has been doing this for quite some time. The guns are beautiful and functional to the point that Larry Vickers and Richard Heinie allowed them to produce guns with their names attached, however the original Vickers pistol is no longer made under that name and is now available as The Enforcer due some disagreements between Mr. Vickers and NHC regarding pricing. Regardless, when names like Heinie and Vickers allow you to add your name to a product, it speaks volumes. For information on Heinie and Vickers, you can find lots of good information via the internet.
Rock River Arms (RRA):
It should also be noted that as of Sep. 17th 2008 (about 10 days after the original version of this piece being composed) that Rock River ceased taking orders for their line of 1911 pattern pistols. This was a rather upsetting blow to me as I had always wanted one. I will say that if you ever have the chance to acquire a Rock River 1911 that you should do so.
Wilson Combat:
Bill Wilson is an avid shooter and credited as the inventor of the International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) as well as the 2002 Pistolsmith of the year by the American Pistolsmiths Guild and former director of the United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA) and has been building custom guns since 1977. Their line of magazines is thought to be the industry standard for aftermarket magazines with a solid reputation for reliability.
Regarding the high end guns, I'm not saying that you should rule these out due to price, but $1600+ is a big chunk of change. If you are buying your first 1911 and you have the money, buy whatever you want. We have 1911s from Les Baer and Wilson, while I can tell the difference in fit and finish between them and the 1911s I've either got in the safe or have had and sold, the guns themselves do not make me a better shooter. I took my Colt XSE along to a two day class with Insights Training and my groups did not magically get better when I was shooting my Baer, or vice a versa. I'm not saying that a high tier gun doesn't shoot better than a lower tier gun, I'm just saying that I'm not a good enough shooter to make the gun perform to its maximum performance level. In short, you don't need to spend a large sum to get a solid performing 1911.
Regarding which one should you buy, that's all up to you. Each maker and model can have their positives and negatives. Two guns from each maker can run totally different, and the $450 used Springfield I have can run just as well as the $1300 used Les Baer that I have, it all depends on the EXACT gun in question, I do think you can cut potential head aches by staying in the mid tier, but that's just my opinion.
One thing I did not go into detail about is warranty, before you buy check out the warranty program of the manufacturer in question. Something just bothers me about a maker that doesn't warranty their work for the life of the gun.1911 Buyer's Reference Guide - Revised 2009-12-26 (Part 5)
"Break In"
So we've all heard that most if not all 1911s NEED to be broken in order to work properly. This simply is not the case, and is mainly rumor, superstition, and misunderstanding.
Personally I find the idea that a gun needs "X" number of rounds fired down it to make it work properly a load of BS and quite frankly, I don't think I'll ever buy another gun that has this "requirement" There's testing a gun to make sure it works, and then there's blowing a weeks pay in ammo to get the gun feeding correctly.
I went through over a dozen owners manuals from various makers of 1911 pattern pistols and while gun manuals aren't the most friendly regarding some aspects of operation (mainly having a round chambered) odds are that if the manufacturer thinks there should be a break in period, the info should be in the manual.
Looking at my list from So you want to buy a 1911(Part 2)
Auto Ordnance: No break in mentioned in the manual, however they do have the weapons conditions code wrong...might have to call them about that one. [IMG]file:///C:/DOCUME%7E1/JOHN%7E1.LAU/LOCALS%7E1/Temp/msohtml1/01/clip_image001.gif[/IMG]
Charles Daly: No mention of a break in period.
ArmsCor: No mention of a break in period, although it does specify to use standard "round nose" ammunition and that if you choose to use wad-cutters, you may want to have the feed ramp re-worked...OK, good to know.
Taurus:What was of interest was their stance on ammunition.Before shipment, your firearm was carefully inspected and test fired in order to ensure that it conformed to our specifications and standards. Should your firearm require adjustment or repair, we strongly recommend that you return it to Taurus for factory service.
If there is any question regarding the performance of your firearm, please
write to our Service Department fully describing all circumstances and
conditions involved.
They did get their carry conditions correct but I'm not sure I like the way they presented them, it is viewed by many that Condition 2 is the most dangerous as that requires lowering the hammer manually with a live round in the chamber which increases the chances of a negligent discharge. Condition 1 carry, commonly referred to as "Cocked and Locked" is as about as safe as you can get.
Oh yeah, nothing written about a break in period...
Colt (Series 70): I didn't see anything about a break in here either...apparently Colt is of the opinion that if the gun doesn't function as it should that it just might be broken.
What the Colt manual does say regarding what might be construed as a "break in" is this:
A?/gain, I'm not really surprised.
Dan Wesson: All DW says in it's wonderfully brief 7 page manual about what do prior to firing isDoesn't sound like there's a recommended break in period to me...Before firing your DAN WESSON handgun for the first time…
To assure safe, trouble-free performance beginning with the first time you fire your DAN WESSON handgun, follow the cleaning and lubricating instructions of this manual.
Kimber(full size manual)
Ok, so far that's the only reference of a break in period. Kimber claims this is due to the "tight tolerances" of the gun. Now I'm no gunsmith, but I've had a few 1911s, four of them Kimbers and I've laid hands on I don't know how many other brands that are KNOWN for being tight guns (Les Baer, Wilson, Ed Brown etc) and the Kimber is no tighter than a Dan Wesson. I don't know why Kimber mandates this break in period, but I know plenty of people that have had to go though it to get a working gun. I made it well past 500 rounds (not a cheap expenditure) and still had a POS gun, so basically I wasted the cost of repair trying to reach that "magic number" where my gun would start working.....
OK, I'm going to stop now, not bashing the brand, just stating what my experiences were and my thoughts on the matter....
Lets proceed.
Para Ordnance
Here's another one which dictates a break in period.
While this one is similar to Kimber's, I think it's written a little better as it explains in a little more detail some things to try if there are issues and it flat out states that if you have ANY malfunctions to call customer service. The way Kimber words it, it's almost like they expect it to
run like crap during the break in period.
Sig Sauer: No break in period.
Smith&Wesson 1911 Series: No break in period listed.
Springfield Armory: You have to download the manual, but there's no break in period listed. I've seen it posted that if you talk to Springfield Customer Service that they recommend any where from 200-750 rounds of break in / "testing" of the gun prior to carry, I'll have to place a call here and see what they say. I'm not taking hearsay on this one as it just sounds goofy as there's been conflicting information posted regarding this and I don't want to regurgitate bad info if I can help it.
STI: No mention of break in in the manual.
Ed Brown From the sound of things, they expect it to work.
Les Baer:
Here's where the break in myth gets really started. Les Baers are probably the tightest 1911s ever made. If you have ever tried just to rack the slide on a NIB Les Baer, you will agree with me. If you haven't I suggest that if you ever see one in the case that you check it out and see for yourself. And that's not even looking at one with the 1.5 package.
The items I come across regarding a break in period for a Les Baer is 500 rounds, no cleaning during the process. I bought my Baer used didn't have to do this. While I'm not much for here say on this matter, I'll buy into the needed break in for the Les Baer guns just because the guns ARE that tight and the information I've read on the 1911 forums is generally consistent with little in way of differing data.
Nighthawk Custom: I didn't see any info on a break in on their website, and I'm unaware of if they come with a manual, I guess there aren't that many people spending upwards of $3K on a 1911 that don't know how it works...
But what they do say is this:That sounds like no break in to me.Craftsmanship is also evident in the way your gun feels and performs. Every model gets a level of attention that only the highest priced guns get elsewhere. We remove every sharp edge, round every corner and smooth every serration on every handgun we manufacture. You will immediately notice the solid way it feels, and how it fits your hand like a natural extension.
The level of craftsmanship we offer is carried over to our Custom Knives, Tactical Shotguns, Hunting Rifles and Tactical Rifles. Your imagination is your only limit to what you can have done. Some of our best ideas have come from our customers, and we welcome them.
No one stands behind their product the way that we do. Every pistol, rifle, shotgun or knife that leaves our building has been thoroughly tested and has met our stringent standards. We make sure that your purchase will provide you a lifetime of flawless performance. We do this because we take a lot of pride in what we do, and also because we back it up with the best warranty in the industry.
Firearms are mechanical and everything mechanical can have a problem now and then. We understand this and stand behind all of our products. If you have a problem, give us a call. If we determine that it needs to be returned for repair or adjustment, our policy is to pay shipping both ways. We will issue a UPS tag that allows you to ship the item at no cost to you.
Wilson Combat: Wilson does recommend a 500 rd break in period not too different from Kimber's, however I do not have supporting documentation on hand. I will say that most if not all reports on Wilson guns are that they run right out of the box and the break in is more of the test variety rather than an actual break in.
Now that we've been through six-teen maker's websites/manuals, four of them recommend a break in period, two of them are known for being problematic. One is known for being tighter than almost every other brand of 1911 out there and the last is thought by many to be the finest "large" producer of 1911s there is.
Now I'm not saying that you should just take the gun out of the box, stick it in the holster and run out the door, EVERY gun should be tested prior to carry, whether it's a Hi Point, a Glock, a Sig, or a two-thousand dollar 1911. All I am saying is that MOST 1911s do not need a specific break in other than the basic testing of about 200-300 rounds or so, and that if there are issues, odds are that there's something wrong with the gun. Will parts eventually get smoother and "wear in" with usage? YES, but you shouldn't have to count on it for the gun to work properly. Read your users manual, follow the instructions given regarding cleaning and lube and blast away. If the gun doesn't work, send it back to the manufacturer for repairs.


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The Panamanian golden frog belongs in the order Anura (frogs and toads), the family Bufonidae and the genus Atelopus. Before the 1975 discovery of zetekitoxin, a toxin unique to the Panamanian golden frog, it was considered a subspecies of Atelopus varius. Now it stands alone as a distinct species. There are 82 species of Atelopus that range from Costa Rica to northern Andes, throughout Venezuela, the Guianas and the Amazon basin. Atelopus zeteki is endemic to cloud forests of central western Panama; however, it may now be extinct in the wild with the most recent sightings in 2006.
Panamanian golden frogs inhabit tropical lowland or mid-montane rainforest at elevations from 1,300 feet (396 m) to almost 4,000 feet (1,219 m). Whether in wet forest or dry forest, these frogs require streams or waterfalls.
Panamanian golden frogs have been described as "frog-like toads" or "toad-like frogs." The question is: are they toads or frogs? To start with, all toads are frogs. However, not all frogs are toads; the word toad is often used for other frogs and the terms can be misleading. The family Bufonidae contains "true toads" that have squat bodies, short limbs, dry "warty" skin and no teeth.
Also, most "true toads" possess a pair of specialized parotoid glands behind the eyes, which secrete a number of toxins that act as protection from predators. In contrast, frogs have a longer, slender body; longer limbs for jumping and webbed feet for swimming; smooth, wet-looking skin; teeth in their upper jaws; a prominent external eardrum (or tympanum) and a longer, pointed snout. Many species in the genus Atelopus, including the Panamanian golden frog, have smooth skin, slender bodies, long limbs with some toe webbing, and pointed snouts. However, they also have no tympanum or teeth, but do possess poison glands.
While Atelopus zeteki belongs to the Bufonidae family of "true toads," its name claims "frog." Adult male and female Panamanian golden frogs have similar coloration; juveniles of both sexes are also similar to each other and their parents. Panamanian golden frogs have a wide range of color, from deep, egg-yolk gold to light yellow or yellowish green. Adults may acquire black dorsal markings or spots otherwise absent in the solid yellow-colored juveniles and sub-adults. All ages and both sexes are a bright yellow on their undersides.
While this species is small in size, adult females are larger than adult males. Females measure 1.77 – 2.48 inches (4.5 – 6.3 cm) and males 1.38 – 1.89 inches (3.5 – 4.8 cm). Females weigh .14 – .53 ounces (4 – 15 g) and males .11 - .42 ounces (3 – 12 g). Panamanian golden frogs from dry forest streams are about two-thirds the size of those from wet forest streams.
Unknown in the wild. Captive frogs have lived up to 9 years.
In the wild: a wide variety of small invertebrates (ants, beetles, flies, wasps, silverfish, springtails, spiders and caterpillars). At the zoo: a variety of invertebrates that include: crickets, fruit flies, flower beetles, springtails and occasional waxworms.
During the late dry or early rainy season (February – March), females may move into forests where they live on the forest floor. In the late rainy or early dry season (November – January), as water levels in streams are at their lowest, the females return to streams for breeding. Meanwhile, males remain year-round by streams staking out territory and awaiting the arrival of females near the water's edge.
Besides sounds such as "chirping," both sexes use semaphore (visual signals) as a means of communication. It is possible that the noise of rapid currents from nearby streams necessitate this sign language. For males, their hand-waving system evidently wards off rivals and attracts females. Competing males may wrestle each other, with the victor ending on top and the vanquished keeping its head down. When encountering a female, no courtship occurs; the male climbs on top of the female and achieves amplexus (pseudocopulation). In this sexual embrace, the male attaches himself to the female's body with his forelimbs in a strong grasp. They may remain in amplexus from a few days to over a month. Another male may even join the first male atop the female's back, but the secondary male does not achieve amplexus and eventually drops off.
The female attaches a looped string of eggs (average clutch size is 370) to a boulder in a quickly flowing stream. Hatchlings emerge from seven to 11 days later. The larvae have a suction disc for attachment to submerged objects; this prevents them from being swept away by currents. As they grow, the developing tadpoles match the coloration of the sandy stream bottom. Depending on water conditions, it takes anywhere from four to eight months for the larvae to metamorphose into miniature frogs.
Later on, the newly metamorphosed frogs and young juveniles turn green with dark brown and black markings that match their mossy habitat. Young frogs initially lack the skin toxins of the adults, so this coloration acts as camouflage for them. Panamanian golden frogs obtain their skin poisons from their natural diet of invertebrates, especially ants that contain formic acid.
As older juveniles and sub-adults, they acquire the characteristic golden coloration and eventually the adult black markings. As adults, these frogs are diurnal moving about on mid-stream boulders and stream edges; during the day time, they openly move throughout the forest floor.
All Atelopus species of frogs have multiple neurotoxins and cardiotoxins in their skin that are capable of killing 100 mice, assuming each mouse weighs .71 ounces (20 g). However, out of all Atelopus species, adult Panamanian golden frogs are the most toxic.
In addition to multiple neurotoxins and cardiotoxins, Atelopus zeteki possesses two forms of zetekitoxin, a potent nerve poison. Researchers have identified that one individual Panamanian golden frog contains enough toxins to kill 1,200 mice. These frogs appear to be aposematic, in which the animal's coloration signals a means of defense. Therefore, it is not surprising that these brilliantly hued frogs can be both terrestrial and diurnal, as they distinctively amble through their environment with a casual response to potential predators
This frog is a national symbol of Panama. In pre-Colombian times, Panamanians revered this frog, which represented prosperity and fertility. Local chieftains performed sacred rites upon the lands where these frogs lived. These early people created gold or clay huacas/huacos (talismans) in the form of frogs and buried them.
The originals are highly prized and highly priced. Today, stores and shops commonly sell modern replicas along with many other objects with this frog's image. Legends about this frog tell that upon dying, the rana dorada (golden frog) actually became a golden huaca. Over time, seeing or possessing a live one meant good fortune. Panamanian lottery tickets currently feature the frog as a continuation of this belief.
Woodland Park Zoo's Panamanian golden frogs are on display in the Day Exhibit. The zoo also keeps a number of other amphibian species on or off exhibit, the latter for breeding purposes. Other species of amphibians can be seen in the Day Exhibit and in the award-winning Tropical Rain Forest. They include the axolotls, poison dart frogs, smooth-sided toads and the African gray tree frogs.
Panamanian golden frogs are an endangered species. Most sources declare their extinction in the wild as of 2006. As recently as 2005, this species was reasonably common at a number of localities and easily recorded. In recent decades, its distribution has dropped rapidly and in many parts of its range, it is either very rare or extinct. Recently, chytridiomycosis (see more below) has drastically reduced or even completely collapsed formerly stable populations. As chytridiomycosis spreads from west to east through Panama, populations in the eastern part of its range are now at severe risk of disappearing.
The biggest threat to the survival of amphibians is loss of habitat from human–caused activities. These activities include drainage of wetlands for agriculture, housing, logging and construction of roads. Frogs and toads are particularly vulnerable, since humans often develop the land next to lakes, rivers and streams where these animals come to lay their eggs. Due to their inability to tolerate habitat alteration, most amphibians cannot maintain sustainable levels with the presence of these threats. Pollution, climate change and invasive species introduced by humans also take their toll on local amphibian populations.
Over the past 50 years, scientists have recorded major declines in frog populations around the world. A few species have vanished completely. Scientists continue to search for answers, as a newly-discovered fungal disease (Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis – aka chytridiomycosis) presents the most potent natural threat. In 1999, researchers identified this fungus as responsible for massive extinctions of wild amphibians worldwide. Researchers believe that chytridiomycosis kills by suffocation and disruption of thermoregulation. Chytrid fungus spreads rapidly and apparently does not easily disappear from the environment, even after all the former amphibians die. Cures for it exist; however, it is not practical for those in the wild due to likely re-infection.
Project Golden Frog (PGF) (in Spanish, Proyecto Rana Dorada) seeks to ensure the survival of the charismatic and culturally significant Panamanian golden frog. PGF is an international conservation consortium of Panamanian and U.S. institutions. The overall goals of PGF include: public awareness of global threats to amphibians; greater understanding of endangered species and the need for land preservation; and coordinated efforts between governmental agencies and educational or zoological organizations. PGF coordinates conservation projects in El Valle de Anton, Panama and several U.S. institutions. Zoos such as the Denver Zoo and National Aquarium in Baltimore also participate by providing successful captive breeding programs. When the threat of the chytrid fungus is gone or reduced, PGF hopes to re-introduce captive bred tadpoles in Panamanian national parks. Learn more at http://www.ranadorada.org/.
Panamanian golden frogs rarely show up in the international pet trade, as they are essentially extinct in the wild. The increasing demand of the pet trade lowers numbers of many amphibian populations to the point where they may become extinct in the wild. Every year, many more wild-caught animals die than ever reach pet stores. Those that survive are often stressed, malnourished and untamable. In recent years, humans have heavily imported many species of frogs and toads as increasing numbers of pet store owners want to sell them. One way to decrease demand for importation of reptiles is for potential owners to demand captive-born individuals.
Since amphibians and reptiles require very specialized diets and environments, Woodland Park Zoo (WPZ) does not recommend them as pets for most people. WPZ also receives hundreds of requests each year to take former pet toads, frogs and other amphibians but we cannot accept these due to space, health and unknown backgrounds.
If you need to find a reptile or amphibian a new home, we suggest you contact a local herpetological group in your area. In the Puget Sound region, it is the Pacific Northwest Herpetological Society. Anyone interested in owning a reptile or amphibian should learn about its needs and be sure it was captive-bred. Read more about keeping a reptile by visiting: http://www.kingsnake.com/ballpythonguide/pets.htm.
The effort to save endangered species like the tomato frog requires cooperation and support at the international, national, regional and individual levels. You can help in this cause. Join and become active in Woodland Park Zoo and other conservation organizations of your choice. Don't buy products made from wild animal parts.
Contact your elected representatives and express your views about conservation of endangered species and wild habitats. Contact Woodland Park Zoo at email@example.com to find out other ways you can support conservation programs at the zoo. Discover more about Panamanian golden frogs by contacting the Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles at http://www.ssarherps.org, or the American Federation of Herpetoculture: AFH, PO Box 300067, Escondido, CA 92030-0067. Find other groups and information online at http://www.parcplace.org, the website of Partners in Amphibian and Reptile Conservation, or by searching the keyword "herpetology." Learn other ways you can help conserve wildlife and the habitats they require for survival by visiting our How You Can Help page.
AmphibiaWeb: Information on amphibian biology and conservation. 2008. Accessed July 9, 2008 at www.amphibiaweb.org/lists/Bufonidae.shtml
BBC News: Science/Nature: 'Last wave' for the wild golden frog. Video. 2008. Accessed July 9, 2008 at news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science/nature/7219803.stm
Denver Zoo: Conservation in the Field: Project Golden Frog. 2006. Accessed July 9, 2008 at www.denverzoo.org/conservation/project10.asp IUCN, Conservation International and NatureServe.
Atelopus zeteki - Golden Arrow Poison Frog, Golden Frog, Panamanian Golden Frog, Zetek's Golden Frog. 2006. Global Amphibian Assessment (GAA). Accessed July 15, 2008 at www.globalamphibians.org/servlet/ GAA?searchName=Atelopus+zeteki
Project Golden Frog. 2008 Accessed July 9, 2008 at www.ranadorada.org/
Rocky Mountain News: Panamanian golden frog facing doom. 2006. Accessed July 9, 2008 at m.rockymountainnews.com/news/2006/ Nov/27/panamanian-golden-frog-facing-doom/
Savage, Jay M. Amphibians of Costa Rica. 2002. University of Chicago Press, Chicago. Smithsonian National Zoological Park: Animals, etc.: Reptiles & Amphibians: News & Events. 2006. Accessed July 9, 2008
The Washington Post: Panama Hotel Is Imperiled Frogs' Lifeboat. 2006. Accessed July 9, 2008 at pqasb.pqarchiver.com/washingtonpost /search.html The Washington Post: Panama Hotel Houses Rescued Frogs. Video. 2006. Accessed July 9, 2008 at www.washingtonpost.com/cp-cyn/content/video/ 2006/10/25/VI200601418.html. Taxonomic classification varies between references. Classification information used in this fact sheet was taken from: AmphibiaWeb: Information on amphibian biology and conservation. 2008. Berkeley, California: Accessed July 3, 2008 at www.amphibiaweb.org/lists/Bufonidae.shtml
Phylum: Chordata Class:Amphibia Order:Anura Family:Anura Genus:Atelopus Species:A. zeteki
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The 22-year-old replaces the injured Per Mertesacker in defence, allowing Thomas Vermaelen to occupy a more familiar central role alongside Laurent Koscielny.
Elsewhere, Aaron Ramsey returns to the midfield in place of Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, who drops to the bench.
Thierry Henry is named among the substitutes in what could be his final Arsenal appearance before returning to New York Red Bulls on Thursday.
Team in full: Szczesny, Sagna, Vermaelen, Koscielny, Gibbs, Song, Arteta, Ramsey, Rosicky, Walcott, Van Persie.
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Hi Everyone! We just bought a 2013 Ford Focus Titanium Sedan with 88,000kms from the Ford Dealership and it has warranty on it until Nov. 2017. We got the Pearl White with the 5 spoke 18's and just got the Navigation installed and we love it! I think its a pretty spiffy little car but it does have a little problem.
When parked or at a stop light my cars A/C is set to max but it is only blowing in fan mode and not condensing to produce cold air but when I drive, it produces cold air. Why is this? Is it something I can get fixed? Maybe a TSB?
|Our's had gone out completely too at about 100k mi, will check the fuse but I doubt I'm that lucky. Assuming the compressor is toast, anybody got a ballpark estimate from the dealer so I don't have total sticker shock when I go in to have it looked at? I can't find any information for recalls for early 2012 model year AC issues, does anybody know of one?
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Just want everyone to know to check their fuse box in their engine compartment before taking it in. My AC stopped working and it was just a blown fuse (AC clutch relay fuse). A $5 fix. Don't take it to the shop and get ripped off. Check this first! To check your fuse follow the steps below.
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4. If fuse is blown replace with an EXACT type fuse replacement. ***If wrong fuse is put in it's place it could cause major damage to vehicle.
5. Reconnect your battery and turn on the AC. Drive around for a bit to see if it starts getting cold again. Took my car approximately 3 minutes.
If this doesn't work you can always get a recharge kit and recharge the compressor. Pretty simple to do and the kit will come with the instructions. You can also purchase a kit that comes with R134A that has dye in it and a IR light to check for leaks. If you attempt to do this do it in a dimly lit location so your IR light can pick up any leaks easier.
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I have a 2012 Ford Focus with 21,000 miles on it and have had it since March. I never really paid attention, but I noticed my AC is very weak when it blows air out of the vents. I have to set the AC to 3 or 4 to get actually feel the AC blowing on my face. Both of my dad's cars, I can set the AC to like 1 and my face is frozen after a couple of minutes, even if it's 90+ degrees outside, it was that way in his 2011 Kia Soul and it's the same way in his 2015 Kia Forte Koup.
Has anyone else had this issue with the AC blower not being very good?
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So my 2012 Ford Fiesta SES is going to cost me 1700 to fix the compressor is blown up and maybe even I will see Monday when they will be replacing the compressor
My 2012 Ford Focus SEL which has approximately 100,000 miles just had my AC stop blowing cold air today. I noticed it at lunchtime. Yesterday it was ice cold, so I'm hoping it's just a sensor or fuse, but after reading this thread in the forum I'm getting very concerned. I live in SC and it has been very hot this summer and my family depends on this as primary transportation. This is on top of all the other problems this car has. At present I'm on week 3 of 8 waiting for parts to come in for the 2 customer satisfaction fixes for the transmission. Also my sync/audio/radio has completely stopped working. I've about had all I can take with this car. It's only 3 years old, I'm still paying for the car, it shouldn't be needing these types of repairs. I know it's out of warranty but from all of the complaints about these problems Ford needs to issue a customer satisfaction program and not put this on the backs of those that have helped them reap record profits.
Update: Yeah!!! I fixed it myself, checked fuses in the engine compartment, the compressor clutch 15 amp fuse had blown. Popped a new one in and I have cold air again. Now I just have to wonder what caused the fuse to blow. Hopefully I don't have the problem again and I won't have to worry about it. I just drove it for an hour and it did fine so fingers crossed it holds up.
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My car will cool fine then for no reason start blowing warmer air, I can normally fix this by turning the fan to 0 then back on or by turning off Max AC and turning off the AC button and then turning it dial back to Max AC. Today it actually worked correctly for the entire time I was driving around town, but I have had it stop working while driving in town and on the highway.
Additionally the other day I was trying to diagnose and see if the Compressor was cycling. The AC just so happened to be doing the warm air thing and I could hear the compressor going, I confirmed by turning the AC off and could hear it click off, then back on when I turned the AC back on.
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StuCohen, thanks for that detailed reply. I took a look at the Maryland School's website. It looks promising, and my wife likes anything to do with the Eastern Shore, so maybe that's a possibility.
The Chesapeake School website also looks interesting. It does include catamaran training, but I can't tell which cat they use; I'm too much of a newb to tell from looking. (I'd include a link, but I don't have enough posts yet.)
Thanks also for the info on Belle Haven. That might be a way to hook the kids. I have my doubts about the wife, though. Yeah, she has tried dramamine, but it doesn't seem to help her. She gets sick if she rides as a passenger in a car. She's OK if she drives, and in fact she didn't get sick when I talked her into Laser lessons many years ago, since again she was always at the helm. But her level of enthusiasm isn't exactly high.
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I also live in the DC area and have some places to suggest trying out. A few years ago I did my ASA 101 and 103 courses at the Maryland School of Sailing and Seamanship. They're a great school and (relatively) not too far of a drive from DC. They're on the northern part of the Eastern Shore in a small town called Rock Hall....practically due east across the bay from Baltimore. The course includes overnights on the boat while it's docked in a sheltered marina, so it's pretty calm. Just a little gentle swaying all night. But if that's too much or your boatmates complain about the snoring, you can always stay at a hotel in town and just "commute" to the marina. It's not too far. I would go into town before the class started every morning anyway to get a coffee.
You can also take the kids (and the wife, if she'll go) out for a quicky sail at the Belle Haven Marina. It's just south of Old Town Alexandria, just off the GW Parkway. They rent out 19' Flying Scots, which can comfortably seat 4 in an open cockpit, for a couple hours at a time and the sailing area is a pretty wide patch on the Potomac just south of the Woodrow Wilson Bridge. It's pretty calm water except for the occassional giant powerboat owner who doesn't know the meaning of "no wake". So I would imagine this would be a good chance for your wife to try a little sailing without a giant time or money committment. You could be back in the marina in minutes if she got uncomfortable. They also offer basic sailing classes.
I've discovered a few other places on the Bay that offer day sail rentals and lessons. You can try the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels for lessons, South River Boat Rentals near Annapolis for rentals and the Chesapeake Sailing School in Annapolis also does ASA classes and I think they offer discount rentals for their "graduates." Their website also says they offer the ASA 114 course. I stayed away from them when doing my ASA class specifically because they don't offer a live aboard option, but that may be perfect for you. You could sleep at home and drive out there every day for the class. But the sailing area's a bit more crowded than Rock Hall, and going home everyday means you lose that feeling of a sailing vacation I got in Rock Hall.
As for your wife's seasickness, I can offer my own experience. I suffer from a bit of seasickness too...as I think many sailors do...so I preventatively take a Dramamine every morning when I wake up. I got that advice from my ASA 103 instructor who does the same thing...and he's one of those "old salts" who's been sailing for 40 years. My wife also has seasickness problems and when I took her sailing in the BVIs for the first time a couple years ago, she discovered that 2 Dramamines did wonders for her. 1 pill still left her a bit uneasy, but after that discovery she had a blast living aboard a boat for a week. So much so that we're going sailing in Belize next month. We even went to the Bahamas last spring for a quick land-based getaway, and she kept complaing the whole time that we should've been on a boat. So I think there's hope for your wife. Good luck, and feel free to contact me if you need any more infro...since I'm right nearby.
Thanks for the further replies. I'm sorry I haven't replied sooner; I've been busy studying beach geography (translation: vacationing) here in Hawaii. I'm here for a couple of weeks, and if nothing else I hope to get the family to try a little beach-boat sailing. Er, if the wind ever drops below 25 knots, that is. But maybe I should also ask around and see if we could do a captained charter here for a day. Er, if the wind ever drops below 25 knots, that is.
Sailingdog, your snoring story made me chuckle, and it was reassuring too -- it's good to hear of a fellow snorer who is an accomplished bareboat cruiser. For what it's worth, I like the idea of sleeping in the cockpit.
Kymbie, I like the sleep-at-marina idea too. Again, maybe that's something I could look into while I'm here in the Aloha state.
TommyT, thanks for looking into ASA 114 courses in the north. Hmm. We do usually take one or two warm-weather vacations a year, so if I want a formal 114 course, I guess I'll have to do it during a holiday. Like the one I'm currently on.
If that does not work, I am sure you could do a captained charter for about the same costs almost anywhere, get your family out on the boat, sleep on board, and find out if you will forever single hand.
Anyway, thank you for all the replies.
|I looked at ASA classes and there are not many places that offer 114, which is the catamaran class. The only one I see in the north at all is Bay Breeze ( Bay Breeze Yacht Charters & Sales) which is in northern Michigan, which is not to close to you. If that does not work, I am sure you could do a captained charter for about the same costs almost anywhere, get your family out on the boat, sleep on board, and find out if you will forever single hand.
Well, first, if your doctor does not want you to get a Sleep Study, he is not getting a big enough referral fee...yet! Yes, I have Apnea per the tests, and I have a CPAP which I use regularly, and yes, it has stopped my snoring. I don't think that I sleep any better, in fact maybe not as well. My wife thinks it is the greatest thing in the world because I don't snore anymore.She sleeps much better!!!!!! Question for others: Has anyone ever done a sleep study and been found to NOT have Sleep Apnea? It is the new disease dujour.
To your real questions. Yes, you can do 101/103 and stay ashore.You can take 101/103 and usually charter the 30' teaching boat for the next 1/2/3 days which will let you know if you can sleep on the boat. Take one of your kids with you and they will certainly tell you how loud you are in the plastic shell
104, or 104/105, are usually cruising trips, so that may be an issue unless you test through 104 which would not be that hard based on what the course covers. 105, the navigation part, you really don't need to take 114. 104 is a requirement, and I have no idea why. I took 114 and went home at night, but that does not get you a berth to test. Usually there is a limit of 4 students in 114 and the captain at the school that I took it at did not spend the night aboard. That leaves four berths, some small, for four people. How bad could it be if they threw you overboard because you were so loud.?
|The 104 course would be tough, but I did an equivalent of a 104 course for my bareboat certification, and had to sleep aboard, and I can snore like a nitro-powered chainsaw. The second night we were anchored out, I slept in the cockpit and never slept better or more quietly. I must admit, the first night was really tough on some of the others aboard, since sleeping in the cabin didn't stop my snoring like sleeping in the cockpit did. The guys aboard were in pretty rough shape come morning...except the instructor, who did sleep in the cockpit.
I don't know about the sailing schools on the East coast but one of the sailing schools down in Kemah, TX offers an option to sleep on one of the boats they have available for charter in the marina whilst taking the ASA 101/103/105 courses. The prices are supposed to be quite cheap and there are some hotels close by if you felt you needed to get off the boat. I don't think you would be sharing with anyone either. It might be worth asking any sailing schools you were looking at about this type of option.
As for ASA 104 one of the requirements is that you spend a night on the boat, so you wouldn't be able to avoid that.
Well, thank you for all the wonderful comments. This sure seems like a great forum. Incidentally, one person PMd me, but as I have only 3 posts so far, I can't PM back yet. I'll get that post count up soon enough. (To answer the question in PM: I live in Wash DC now.) I won't be posting much today, though; I just arrived in Hawaii. I need to "research" the beach here.
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Take the basic ASA 101, 103, 104, 105 courses, and you should be able to qualify to charter a small sailboat.
good news, you didn't say the thought of being on a boat made you nauseous for days
Also, some people who can't stand normal sailboats do quite well on multihullsthe motion is very different and many people do not get seasick on them.
My wife, on the other hand, gets seasick on everything she's tried -- keelboats, powerboats, ocean liners, hydrofoils, canoes, rowboats, whatever. But she hasn't tried a cat. So I'm holding out a little hope. And while she hated sailing Lasers, I don't think she got sick in them, so maybe it will help her if she steers. Maybe.
Don't tuck the top sheets or blankets in. Try and pick a place where you'll see more of the boat than just a bulkhead, hull, and overhead when you open your eyes.
Thanks for all the comments on sleep apnea. I've certainly read about it, and I've mentioned it to my doctor, but he doesn't seem concerned that I have it. I sleep pretty soundly once I'm asleep, waking up once to use the loo. During the day, I feel rested, I don't fall asleep in meetings, I don't nap, and I never consume caffeine. On the other hand, I've snored like Fred Flintstone since I was a kid -- I remember other kids throwing pillows at me on my first night of camp because I was keeping everyone awake.
Anyway, I hadn't heard of CPAP, so I'll certainly raise it with my doctor. I have noticed some other "remedies" for snoring but haven't pursued them.
|Not to be alarmist, but people die from untreated sleep apnea. It causes undue stress on the heart. Not everyone that snores has sleep apnea, but every one that has sleep apnea snores. You will feel much better with treatment, You wont be as tired and it will keep you from falling asleep while driving or in a meeting. I lived on cafeen and sugar for years. I am so much better now. I Love the CPAP
I've usually slept better on boats than on land. Do you fall asleep as a passenger in a car? On a train? Then you're probably a good candidate on a boat, whether mono (my experience) or multi-hull. If you find the cabin too confining, then if weather permits, sleep out on deck.
If you have any particular sleep problems, as discussed intelligently above, that's beyond my knowledge. But you may find that sleeping on a boat is easier and more restful than on land.
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How old is the pup? Have you considered attending some training classes? This can help sometimes and a trainer can show you how to set up boundaries for good behaviors. It's worth the investment in the end and you can interact directly with the trainer and the trainer can see exactly how your correcting and make adjustments if needed. Not all dogs learn the same exact way sometimes. Sometimes your approach in training may need tweaking.
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|I agree with Danielle...give your pup something else to do and show him what is acceptable to play with.
|Are you just telling him not to do all of these fun things, or are you giving him other things to do instead? Alternate behaviors like playing tug with a toy & you, sitting for pets, hand touches, etc. are very useful to let the puppy know exactly what you're looking for while keeping him happy and motivated.
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I have a 5 mo. old at home and am still learning his behavior myself but I can tell you have the same issue in my household with the pup, my husband and the dog. He is still learning and I guess it would be unfair to think I was going to have a perfectly trained puppy at 5 months (My last Shepherd mix was ) but its frustrating to say the least.
His worst habit right now is that he barks and barks and bites me when he wants attention. I play with him NONSTOP and its just never enough. He barks at my husband but doesn't get mouthy with him.
I have hired a personal trainer and our lessons start next week. We made this decision not because he is a bad dog and completely disobedient, but because we decided to put the time and effort in towards the beginning so we can enjoy a stress free lifetime of happiness with him (I have read that its important to train GSD right at the start). Good Luck with your GSD and keep us posted
Puppy just doesn't stop...
Hi guys, 3 weeks ago I got a german shepherd pup who is gorgeous and I already love very much! I've had puppies before and it's not that he's unusually bad behaved, but he just doesn't listen to me. He bites ALL the time, is awful when people are eating and chews EVERYTHING.
I know all this is normal and that he'll soon learn not to, but whenever I try to correct these behaviours he takes no notice and yet he will always take notice of my partner!
I've tried everything to stop him from biting/chewing but nothing works except my boyfriend telling him no firmly. I have tried to copy exactly what he does, even his tone but it doesn't make any difference.
So my question is, how could I make my puppy listen and respect me as much as he obviously does my partner
Thanks in advance guys!
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bodom_bad_boy wrote:I dont get a chance to get on here nearly as much as i would like these days but i would like to take the time to let everyone know that my baby daughter Maya was born on friday. She is my first and she is so beautiful!!! Ill be sure to post pics when i can.
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Time To Wright I hope you Enjoy my wifes work.....
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She rocked our socks off with this part:
"For those of you who don't know, in the Star Wars universe Boba Fett is The Man. He is bigger than Vader, Skywalker, even Harrison Ford. There are fan sites totally devoted to this guy and they are totally serious. Little did I know that I would come to know Boba Fett in such detail that I am a virtual, if not reluctant, encyclopedia of facts about this obscure character."
That was excellent! :lol
Great memoir of a slow inexorable slide into Fett-ness. :thumbsup
Great read ! Definitely can relate to it. My wife doesn't understand the obsession with Fett. Even thrown the he has like 2 lines at me too!
We all know this so well, don´t we?! :lol Yesterday I talked to my wife about celebration europe... it reminded me a little bit... :) But she likes seeing me working on all these costumes, but never really understand WHY Boba Fett. ;) Great story!
Nerd Paparazzi lol! Love it! Great article!!
That was awesome to read. Thanks for sharing and I am forwarding the link to my wife :)
Haha, so cool. My wife grew up with brothers who were star wars nerds, so she kinda gets it, and if i'm ordered to the man-cave (often), its usually for other stupidity that iv'e done, and not Star Wars or Fett related.. ;)
Awesome lol
Love this. Coming soon to TDH's Facebook page! :)
Thank you all for the awesome feedback… My wife has been blown away by the response and making it on TDH Facebook page….WOW! It's incredible how many hits her blog has had.
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Posted by Craig Le Clair on the Enterprise Architecture Professionals Blog on July 31, 2013
Kofax continues its acquisition rampage with a cash purchase of Kapow. I came across Kofax a few years ago while doing the research for "Take A Process View Of Content Integration." Apparently Kofax has taken the "process view." The idea behind that piece was that enterprises had so many diverse content stores that they needed to view conversion and migration of unstructured content as an internal competency.
But while content integration can reduce infrastructure costs and license fees, the real value is from improving business processes by linking content to business process management (BPM) and dynamic case management systems to reduce cycle time and improve compliance, customer support, and decision-making. These projects can be complex, difficult, and challenging, but Kofax correctly sees this as a large opportunity. I do as well.
Another Kapow capability is to scrape websites and create consolidated views. For example, customer service reps often switch between apps in a clumsy and inefficient manner while the customer is on hold. In some cases, ECI software should grab the needed content behind the scenes and present it in a unified way. Kapow Technologies' content integration solution works like a robot to extract, transform, and load content from Web-based apps to consolidated views. I interviewed one large telecommunications company that used Kapow's robot for customer service business processes to eliminate task switching and repetitive tasks. According to the company:


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Using a dominant pitching performance from junior Garrett Cortright in the opener and rallying for a 7-4 deficit after six innings by scoring six unanswered runs in the nightcap, the Canisius baseball team swept a doubleheader at Ohio University on Friday afternoon. Canisius won 12-0 and 10-7 to improve to 12-5 overall. The Griffs have won eight of their last nine games with the sweep and improve to 10-4 on the road.
Ten Golden Griffins had multiple hits on the day with junior Jimmy Luppens going 6-for-11 with four RBI. Senior Chris Gruarin was 5-for-12 with two homers while junior Jesse Kelso was 4-for-9 with three runs scored, a double and a triple. In game one, junior Ryan Coppinger was 4-for-4 with three RBI while freshman Brett Siddall was 3-for-5 with three RBI. Junior Ronnie Bernick reached base seven times and scored seven runs, posting five walks and hitting his first career homer.
Game One - Canisius 12, Ohio 0
Junior Garrett Cortright (5-0) posted the first shutout of his career, allowing six hits, walking two and striking out two in the nine innings. Cortright retired the first six batters of the game as well as the final seven batters. The 6-foot-5 righty won for the fifth time in five starts in 2013 and now has a 0.97 ERA in 37 innings.
The Griffs went down in order once in the nine innings and scored 10 of their 12 runs in the game with two outs. Canisius got on the board with two unearned runs in the second inning. Sophomore Connor Panas reached on a one-out single to second base and scored when the left fielder misplayed a two-out fly ball from Bernick. The Griffs took advantage of the extra out with a double from Coppinger, his second hit in as many innings, to go up 2-0.
Siddall had a two-out, two-run double in the sixth while Luppens followed with an RBI single. Coppinger had a two-out, two-RBI single in the seventh with Siddall following with an RBI single. Gruarin hit a two-run homer in the eighth while senior Brooklyn Foster later scored on a passed ball and sophomore Mike Krische had an RBI single.
Game Two - Canisius 10, Ohio 7
Canisius hit three homers in the second game, starting with a one-out homer from Kelso in the top of the first. Ohio scored one in the bottom of the first before the Griffs used the second homer of the day from Gruarin and an RBI single from junior Jose Torralba in the third to go up 3-1. The Bobcats scored a run in the third, fourth and fifth innings to go up 4-3, and the Griffs would tie the game in the sixth. Bernick led off with a walk, moved to second on a sacrifice bunt from senior Christian Segar and scored on a one-out RBI single from Luppens.
Ohio (3-13) took a 7-4 lead with three runs in the bottom of the sixth, but the Griffs would score the final six runs of the game for the win. Sophomore Mike Booth drew a one-out walk, and Torralba extended the inning by reaching on catcher's interference with two outs. The Griffs again took advantage with the first career homer from Bernick to knot the score at 7-7.
The Griffs took the lead for good in the eighth with Kelso leading off with a triple and scoring on a single from Luppens. Gruarin eventually scored Luppens with a one-out RBI single to make it 9-7. The Griffs pushed their lead to three with another insurance run in the ninth. Bernick was hit by a pitch, moved to second on a sacrifice bunt from Segar and scored on an RBI single from Luppens.
Five pitchers saw action for the Griffs in the game. Sophomore Rohn Pierce allowed three runs on seven hits in 3.2 innings. Redshirt freshman Iannick Remillard allowed four runs, three earned, on four hits in two innings. The trio of sophomore Eric Stolzenburg, sophomore Aaron Casper and junior Jon Fitzsimmons combined for 3.1 scoreless innings. Casper earned his first win of the season while Fitzsimmons retired all six batters he faced for his second save of 2013.
Canisius and Ohio are scheduled to continue the four-game series on Saturday, with first pitch for the single game set for 1 p.m.
Notes: Canisius and Ohio met for the first time since the 2003 season when the Bobcats swept a three-game series from the Griffs... The shutout from Cortright is the first nine-inning shutout by a Golden Griffin since Mike Goemans had a one-hitter against Manhattan on May 9, 2010... Canisius had shutouts in back-to-back games for the first time since May 5, 2012, when the Griffs held Iona scoreless in a doubleheader... The 20 hits for the Griffs in the opener were a season high and the most since they had 28 at Morehead State on March 22, 2011... Canisius won for the third time this season when trailing after the sixth inning. The Griffs had four such wins last season... Canisius had three homers in the first 16 games before their three homers in the second game of the day... Canisius has at least two stolen bases in eight straight games.


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NYCEJA documents the environmental conditions that adversely affect the health and well-being of low-income communities of color. This strategy responds to the fact that community complaints are often dismissed by officials because residents of these low-income neighborhoods and communities of color often lack the means to systematically monitor, record and evaluate environmental conditions themselves. NYCEJA helps to solve this problem by structuring data collection activities, providing training and technical support to community monitors. NYCEJA also offers technical assistance, for example, networking community groups with academic institutions for computer mapping capabilities.
NYCEJA helps EJ communities develop the organizational capacity and human resources needed to successfully fight environmental injustice and win. We work with our Member Organizations to help community residents become knowledgeable about local environmental conditions, the relevant laws and regulatory procedures, and how to use the democratic process to advocate for change. NYCEJA seeks collaborative funding opportunities for Member Organizations and provides technical resources to strengthen them and build community institutions that can sustain the struggle over the long-term.


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Kate Upton is back on the coveted cover of Sports Illustrated's Swimsuit Issue for a second year in a row.
This time, the 20-year-old blond bombshell is looking noticeably colder!
PLAY IT NOW: Coco Rocha Dishes On The Face
The magazine announced the news (and revealed Kate's cover) via Twitter on Friday, writing, "POLAR BARE: @KateUpton in Antarctica is your 2013 SI Swimsuit Cover Model!"
On the Antarctica-themed cover, the model is seen sporting tiny white bikini bottoms with a wide-open, fur-trimmed jacket - and nothing underneath.
VIEW THE PHOTOS: Sexy Siren Kate Upton
The model took to Twitter to discuss her cover, writing "I look... Cold lol."
Adding, "Took us 2 months to thaw out."
Kate, a 5' 10" Florida native, first graced the cover of the mag for the 2012 Swimsuit Issue in a tiny red-and-brown, sparkle-covered string bikini with a view of the waters of Australia behind her.
VIEW THE PHOTOS: Reality Stars In Their Swimsuits
The Sports Illustrated 2013 Swimsuit Issue, which will feature photos of models on all seven continents, will hit newsstands on Tuesday.
-- Erin O'Sullivan
VIEW THE PHOTOS: Model Mania: Hot Shots Of The World's Catwalkin' Beauties
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Seguin: Unsung Texas Hero
Join us for the premier performance of Seguin: Unsung Texas Hero, a new play for young audiences commissioned and produced by the Alley Theatre, on Monday, October 1st, at 2:00 p.m., in the Library meeting room, L-129.
The production is free and it's most appropriate for families and students in grades 4 through 10.
Seguin: Unsung Texas Hero is a high-paced and extremely informative 50-minute play about Juan Seguin, an authentic hero of the Texas Revolution. It's a play within a play in that it follows a Texas history teacher who interrupts a school performance about the Texas Revolution after discovering that the actors know little about their subject matter. In an effort to educate the actors about unrecognized Texas hero Juan Seguin, the teacher joins the actors in their story's telling.
The three quickly improvise their way through the major and minor battles of the Texas Revolution, from the Grass Fight to the Battle of Concepcion. Events soon become status updates as the battle of the Alamo plays out like a wrestling match. The play is written by Alvaro Saar Rios, directed by Joe Angel Babb and features Chris Rivera, Kalob Martinez and Autumn Knight.


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Lebanon airport loses federal funding for improvements
By MEGHAN PIERCE
Union Leader Correspondent | October 13. 2013 8:51PM
The building project funding was pulled after City Council members decided last spring to take no action on a runway extension project the FAA wanted the city to undertake.
The FAA was expected to fund 90 percent of the cost and the New Hampshire Department of Transportation was expected to fund 5 percent. The airport itself would fund the remaining 5 percent.
"A hill would have to be lowered by 30 or 40 feet," Dyment said, and "About 40 acres of trees would have been cleared."
The airport was created by the city in 1941 when voters at the town meeting approved the purchase of 624 acres on Slack Hill and then completed an agreement with the federal government to use the land as an airport.
The proposed runway extension project brought out community opposition that questioned the need to fund a project that would impact the community. Some residents of the city don't see the need for the municipal airport and are concerned about continuing to invest federal, state and city taxpayer dollars into the facility.
"By focusing only on one runway, it became a narrow focus and a lighting-rod for people who had concerns about their neighborhoods or the use of city money," Lewis said.
Lebanon Municipal Airport is one of two airports in the state, the other being Manchester, that offers airline service.
The airport is also used by private pilots and corporate jets.
In November and December, the city council will discuss adding the master plan project to the Capital Improvement Plan budget, Lewis said.
"We are working with the FAA on an ongoing basis and they are funding projects that we are doing right now at the airport," he said.
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Hi, I am new to this forum and in fact the world of TEFL!
I am looking to do a TEFL course this autumn and have been recommended CELTA but really wanted to go to Florence and this doesn't seem possible.
Does anyone know anything about the school Florence Borgo San Lorenzo and their Certificate in TESOL? Will this leave me with a good, recognised qualification or a sub standard one that I may struggle to get work with?
Does anyone have any experience of their 4 week intensive course and give me advice, recommendations or information first hand on this?
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Discussion in 'Fantasy Sports Central' started by linwood, Oct 1, 2007.
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http://www.pistonsforum.com/fantasy-basketball/4195-fantasy-basketball-pointers.html take what is relevant. Linwoods settings are a little different this year.
I agree that a Bench player or two would be nice.
The only thing I would add is that I really wouldn't advise doing the co-owner thing. It's generally just not necessary and you'll want the autonomy. You may miss out on picking up a "hot" (not that kind, Kim) free agent because you needed to wait for your co-owners approval. Fantasy sports are very easy to learn. Honest. If you need help, most people will always give you advice.
I added two bench positions. As it stands now, you can carry two players who are not playing, and you can pick up 20 guys off the waiver wire for the season. Trades are unlimited. I know a couple of the teams have never played before, and I'm thinking that the first week may be our pre-season, and will not count in the league standings. Any thoughts?
My vote is no pre-season...let's play!
You got it!
one word of advice if you haven't played before...the default list will probably draft better than you. Take it from me who picked Emeka Okafor in the first round (like 11th overall) or BBjay who nabbed Darko with the #2 overall pick...just weed out the injured guys. again, if you have a question on ranking, you can pm Darth, jammer, motown, roscoe36 or me. roscoe and I are still in novice but if we wanted to stab you in the back to climb a notch in the standings, we'd play advanced
Slippy, you had the hell of a team last year (except for the injuries) so why are you going to stick to the Novice League? Higher duties are waiting for you as well as for Roscoe!
Waiting being the key operative word in this instance. Besides... The way the Novice league draft went, all you had to do to assemble a great team is leave it alone. Linwood had a great team too and he barely played.
I was trying to create synergy with my players.
The draft is set for Sunday, October 28th at 3:00pm EST. Can everyone make this day? Also, would the league be interested in moving the draft to next Sunday at 3:00 so we can start horse trading and trash talking sooner?
Next Sunday is good with me.
I would prefer next Sunday.
Either is fine. If next Sunday, please try not to go any later than 3:00 (EDT). Takes about an hour or so, right?
Question - Are fouls and techs going to be included in the scoring? I'm o.k. either way - just want to make sure the master sprocket statistical drafting roster is properly weighted. Multi-dimensional scaling can be touchy about those negative categories and I have to make sure I'm handling them properly.
No. I see the trash talk has already started.
I have moved the live draft to Sunday, October 21st at 3:00pm EST. If this is a problem for anyone, let me know ASAP.
Does this mean that you are going to change the current stat categories in the league settings? This will affect draft rankings / strategy / etc, so it would be good to know the categories used. Thanks.
They should be changed now. Fouls and techs will not count. I am considering leaving in the wildcard Flagrant Foul stat, as well as the Threatening the Families of the Referees stat.
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'Connolly, who skated with about half the squad Saturday during the morning skate in New Jersey, joined everyone for noncontact drills at the start and end of practice Monday. His passes in the half-speed workouts were on the mark, and he showed his renowned flair for puckhandling while shooting at the goaltenders.'
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