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Can you imagine taking your bride-to-be Heli-Skiing for the first time – on your wedding day?
Or how about being a guest of CMH Heli-Skiing for 17 years and then becoming their Colorado rep?
Or visiting 35 countries and all 7 continents?
Yeah, Brad Nichols has lived a pretty sweet life. Earlier this week I spent a day skiing with Brad and found out a bit about what makes him tick, as well as his approach to helping people interested in booking the ultimate ski or snowboard vacation.
Brad started skiing when he was two years old, and although his profession took him far from the slopes at times, he never lost his passion for skiing. His career took him from engineering with Texas Instruments, to information systems at a startup in Colorado, to trip planner for a bike touring company, to seven winters as a ski instructor, and most recently as a CMH rep. (A trajectory that clearly moved more and more towards the outdoors.)
So when Brad had the chance to begin working with CMH, he jumped on it. And as a rep who has vast experience as a guest of CMH, he knows exactly the kind of things first timers and veterans want to know.
Sitting on a chairlift, Brad explained to me the advantages of booking through a local rep. The price is the same either way, and the reservations agents at CMH in Banff are happy to answer questions, so why book your CMH trip through Brad or another rep?
Brad explained that it's easier to plan something exceptional when you have someone local to answer questions and help with preparation. Brad explains that his goal is make people feel like part of the CMH family right from the first conversation: "I'll meet people for a coffee to answer questions and talk through a potential trip – the personal touch makes people feel a lot more comfortable. This family feeling is one of the unique aspects of CMH starting right from the first contact all the way through the trip itself. From the first phone call, to greeting people in Calgary when you arrive in Canada, to the guides and staff dining with the guests – it really has a family atmosphere."
When I asked Brad about the unique aspects of CMH in the ski industry, he didn't hesitate in his answer:
"CMH is the biggest Heli-Ski company in the world, so we can provide just about any specialty trip you can imagine (like Brad and Dorothy's wedding trip), but once you get to one of the lodges everything is on a small, intimate scale – as it should be in the mountains."
"After nearly 50 years of dialing in and tweaking the Heli-Ski experience, we've got every detail sorted. Take the CMH safety program for example: With 115 guides, the computer modeling and collaboration between areas – CMH has the Rolls-Royce of safety programs."
"We can accommodate everyone from a first timer who's an intermediate skier at the resort to the best skiers in the world – and they all have fantastic experiences. When I'm helping people plan a trip, the first thing we do is talk about what CMH area would best suit their skiing style and ability – and then it's just about timing what fits best to their life and schedule."
One of the most common questions Brad is asked is, "When is the best time to visit CMH?"Tongue in cheek, Brad likes to answer, "Right after it snows."
But then he goes on to give a more useful answer: "It's really more about fitting it into your schedule than trying to plan around the mountain conditions. Early winter with the low sun there is less sun effect on the snow, so powder stays fluffy longer, but late winter has longer days, is warmer and more comfortable, and can deliver excellent snow conditions as well. Let me help you choose the right Lodge, then pick a time that fits into your life."
Ever since seeing a photo hanging on the wall of the Bugaboo Lodge of Brad and his wife Dorothy on their wedding day, dressed in ski gear, I was curious to hear the story of that wedding day. As it turned out, it was Dorothy's first day Heli-Skiing. Brad recalls with an ear-to-ear grin, "I think she had a lot on her mind that day."
Brad and Dorothy and the Bugaboos guides sat around the map and chose the most scenic and comfortable spot they could think of, the top of Flattop Mountain overlooking the legendary Bugaboo Spires, and the guides arranged a special flight for the small wedding party. After the ceremony, they skied powder the rest of the week – then went on their honeymoon in Antarctica.
"My best memory from CMH," concluded Brad, "is chasing my wife down an untracked mountainside. It's etched in my mind forever. I don't think anything could improve on that."
As it turns out, Brad's main connection to CMH is a shared passion, a passion he describes as his mission in life: "To share my passion for these fantastic experiences so others can experience them as well."
Photos of Brad on the cliffs above Capetown, South Africa; and with his bride Dorothy on their Heli-Ski wedding day on Flattop Mountain in the Bugaboos, courtesy of Brad Nichols.
In an article in Expressions, the luxury magazine of Acura Canada, I wrote: "If you compare snow sport to the two gold standards of fine living, wine and golf, Heli-Skiing with Canadian Mountain Holidays would be the Domaine Romanée-Conti or the St. Andrews."
Even though I wrote those very words, I can't help but feel that the kind of luxury you find at CMH Heli-Skiing is another flavor and experience entirely from the classical definition of luxury. The remoteness. The intimacy. The wilderness. The adventure. The camaraderie. The cozy comfort. The friendship. These are not concepts that first come to mind when you think of luxury. But luxury is not something typically experienced deep in some of the world's snowiest mountains.
Sure, CMH Heli-Skiing has been providing the ultimate mountain experience since 1965, but in the early years "luxury" was not a word that would have been used to describe the Heli-Ski experience. The first Heli-Ski trips were based out of a rugged sawmill camp without indoor plumbing or running water. Since then, however, CMH Heli-Skiing refined the experience to meet the desires of our guests, guests accustomed to the best the world had to offer. After nearly half a century of refining, the modern world of CMH is the very definition of mountain luxury.
From the Snow Bar at CMH Valemount, where hospitality and the après ski party are delivered in the fluffy white stuff we travel so far to play in:
To the well-stocked wine cellars at each lodge:
To the ski- and snowboard-savvy massage therapists who know just how to treat your body after a thousand face-shots:
To the sauna and spa facilities that are just the right combination of intimate and modern:
To the living areas that blend ski tradition and cozy warmth:
To the way the lodges are designed to enhance the view of the heavy snowfall outside, promising another day of the world's greatest skiing:
To the staff, trained to deliver surprising hospitality against the stunning backdrop of the mountains of Interior British Columbia:
To the widest variety of Heli-Ski experiences anywhere on earth ranging from small group, "boutique Heli-Skiing" with small helicopters, to our signature Heli-Ski trips that are the industry standard for fun and value:
To the experiences you'll find nowhere else on earth, like champagne served on a helicopter's ski and snowboard basket:
CMH Heli-Skiing is the kind of luxury that a twenty-something ripper can tweet as beyond rad, while a sixty-something connoisseur of life's finest can describe as one of the best experiences ever. And while these images are a glimpse into the mountain luxury of CMH Heli-Skiing, it's also the kind of luxury that can't truly be explained in word or image – you just have to experience it yourself.
"I've got nothing to do today but smile."-Paul Simon
With over 40,000 photographs of CMH Heli-Skiing taken over the last decade in my archive, I find the ones that stand out most are not necessarily the images of face-shot powder, steep lines, and endless mountain vistas, but rather the ones that show the unabashed happiness of people getting to experience one of life's ultimate pleasures.
With a year coming to a close, and a new one on deck, I thought it a good time to share some of those moments:
Like the look of this kind of happiness, but have never been Heli-Skiing? CMH is the best place to try Heli-Skiing for the first time. In fact, CMH has probably hosted more first time Heli-Skiers than the rest of the Heli-Ski industry combined. From our Powder 101 program, to our guides who are experts in taking riders into the deep powder for the first time, to our vast terrain with endless options for beginners and experts alike. Make 2014 your year to try Heli-Skiing!
My kids are in first grade, about the most exciting age in the known universe to experience Christmas. At a Christmas party a few days ago, Santa asked my son what he wants for Christmas. My son replied, "A seismometer."
"A seismometer?" Santa replied, taken aback that a 6-year-old would want such a device. "Why?"
My son went quiet, blushing huge.
He wants a seismometer that can detect Santa landing on the roof, so he can bust him in the act. He's determined to discover if this Santa guy is real. He also has a strong suspicion that his parents are involved, and he thinks the seismometer would detect them moving too...
But in case Santa is real, he didn't want to tell Santa of his plans for the seismometer.
His suspicions remind me of a story I heard from a Family Heli-Ski Trip over Christmas a few years ago, when a group of older kids was stunned to see Santa show up at CMH Gothics. Deep in the Canadian wilderness, a few of the older kids, who'd given up on believing in Santa, gave pause to question their doubts. A few of them may have noticed that Santa had a strangely similar accent to one of the ski guides from Germany…For Christmas this year my family, as usual, just wants to go skiing. Here's a photo from a recent ski trip home from school, in an interactive form. Hover over the photo and click on the icons for some Christmas wishes:
CMH Heli-Skiing is a team and family that includes the guests and guides, staff and support, first timers and veterans. Liz Richardson, the Guest Services Coordinator at CMH Revelstoke and a newcomer to the CMH family has been learning what CMH is all about. She shared her perspective on Heli-Skiing after spending a day out with the guides during the making of the early season Revelstoke video. With a wide-open beginner's mind (although she's no beginner on skis) she has an incredible perspective on snow riding, the powder paradise of Revelstoke, and CMH Heli-Skiing.
TD: I hear you've spent some time running gates and skiing around the world. Can you fill me in on your ski career?
LR: Yes, I was a ski racer, way back now. I grew up skiing and racing in Panorama BC, which is well-known for long groomers and generally hard icy snow. A great place to become a well-established racer but a long way from the deep powder Revelstoke is known for. I competed up until 2002 with the BC Team and the Canadian National Team.
After ending my race career and finishing my degree, I drove from B.C. to Panama and fell in love with surfing, eventually spending six years in New Zealand where I surfed everyday there was a wave. The Deep South of NZ captivated me. The cold, raw surfing was one of the only challenges in my life that rivaled skiing; it filled the void for a continuous challenge and adrenaline that was left when I quit ski racing. I moved to Revelstoke for friends and family – and because the skiing is amazing. Things naturally fell into place, and I ended up as the Guest Services Coordinator with CMH Revelstoke.
TD: Can you share a little on your philosophy on life and skiing after so much racing and travel?
LR: My philosophy is to take time to do what you love with who you love. To fully embrace life you must embrace every bit of it. Ups and downs all have their place, feel it all and roll with the terrain, trust your instincts and act on those instincts.
TD: What was it like, your first time out with the CMH guides?
LR: Within my first month back in Canada, after 7 years away from skiing, I find myself heli-skiing with three CMH guides and a cinematographer....it was surreal. (Read more on the day with the cinematographer.) They took me through the beacon safety training, etc., but it wasn't until I was sitting down and the helicopter fired up that I became overwhelmed with excitement. I was rubbing my hands together like a greedy thief who had just come across a stash of gold. Although I felt a bit of trepidation about how my legs would hold out and where we were going, the guides immediately made me feel at home and well taken care of.
The guides are such a great gang to hang out with, always up for a laugh and each and everyone is a genuine character. Then you witness them out in the field and they become so focused. The level of comfort and knowledge they have is exceptional and it was privilege to see them in action setting up for the season.
TD: Did you quickly feel like part of the team, or does it take more time to fit in with such a group?
LR: One thing that is so unique about the CMH Heli-Skiing experience is how quickly a bond of trust and friendship is formed with the guides and group you are skiing with. I think it is rare to form this sort of relationship so quickly with people. Even though this is daily life for the guides they were genuinely stoked to get me up in the mountains and share that experience. This bond is something that our long time CMH guests understand and a big reason why they return. This bond is something new guests are not expecting and something that cannot be fully understood without coming here.TD: How did your first day of Heli-Skiing change your view of what CMH is all about?
LR: One thing that I was well aware of before coming to work with CMH is their history and reputation of being one of the biggest and best heli-ski companies in the world. My view of CMH has not changed but has been confirmed and strengthened. This is one of the most comprehensive, safety-focused and passionate companies in the business. And it is obvious. A prominent theme among the CMH guides is their loyalty to their guests. I have heard so many great things about the CMH guests in the pre-season meetings and set ups that I can't wait to meet them. It is obvious that the guests are the key reason why CMH takes so much pride in the business and why CMH employees are so dedicated to the CMH experience. TD: How do you think the riding around Revelstoke compares to other places you've been?
LR: I grew up on ski hills around the Kootenays. To me the epic snow, mountain atmosphere and endless terrain is just normal. It wasn't until I travelled around the world with ski racing and my other travels that I realized what we have here in the Kootenays. Revelstoke has developed into the symbolic heart of this culture. My brother, from nearby Nelson, reassured me that I would meet so many solid people and wouldn't regret the decision of moving here (I may have been a bit hesitant to leave the waves so needed some encouragement). My brother was bang on.
In regards to the skiing, Revelstoke really has it all. It is accessible, abundant and diverse. As one of my good friends quoted my first day skiing, "Revelstoke is not a lazy man's mountain" and she was right. The Revelstoke terrain in general is steep, deep and makes you work. The skiing here can be as challenging as you make it, which is why I think you find such a concentration of accomplished riders here. It allows these skiers to take on the next challenge with a network of people around them who they can trust.
TD: As Guest Services Coordinator, what is your goal for this winter?
LR: I am so excited to be taking on the GSC position with CMH Revelstoke! I can't wait to meet our guests! I have several main goals for this winter:
First, listen and learn.
Second, assist the guests and CMH team with anything they may require. Erin Fiddick, the last RE Guest Services Coordinator, is a real gem. She formed strong relationships with many CMH guests and put her heart into the position. I intend to do her justice by working to strengthen these relationships and continue her momentum.
Third, I hope to enhance the Revelstoke guest experience by providing them a direct link between CMH, their travels and other external factors. Our guests come from near and far to reach us here in Revelstoke. There are many unexpected things that can pop up. My job is to identify and manage these things so our guests can focus on what they came to do: ride.
Finally, I hope to take a page out of our guest's book: have tons of fun, ski and enjoy life in Revelstoke and with CMH!
Meet Liz in Revelstoke and join the CMH family this winter by calling 1-(800) 661-0252 and find out why CMH is the first choice among veteran and first time Heli-Skiers.
Photo of Liz Richardson ripping it up on her first day Heli-Skiing by CMH guide Kevin Boekholt.
When CMH Heli-Skiiing wanted to capture the excitement of the Revelstoke ski guide's first foray into their Heli-Ski terrain this season, they hired Adam Greenberg, a backcountry skier and filmmaker based in Canmore, Alberta to create this short on the excitement of early season Heli-Skiing:
After watching his short (which I must say cranked up my psyche for winter!) I caught up with Adam to learn about his experience working with the CMH guides and shooting CMH Heli-Skiing for his first time Heli-Skiing. Here's what he had to say:
TD: How was it being out with the CMH guides?
AG: I have previously made films about the slowness and beauty of ski touring, and I was a little apprehensive about what I perceived to be a somewhat less intimate way to experience the backcountry. I couldn't have been more wrong about that point; the guide's knowledge of the terrain is incredible, and it's clear they have a strong relationship with the landscape. Their comfort and total happiness moving through the terrain was contagious, and gave me a chance to relax and appreciate it.
TD: As a filmmaker, what inspired the story you tell in this short film?
AG: What I admire most about the staff and guides at CMH is their ability to share those emotions and make you feel truly among friends. This quality helped transform my workday into a day out shredding with my buddies; though of course skiing with a big pack filled with camera gear always feels like work to some degree. As I saw it more and more, the guide's honest elation at being out in the mountains and total love of the work they do became the focal point of my filming, and formed the visual story of the short.
TD: Can you tell me about any of the unique challenges of shooting in that environment?
AG: One of the biggest challenges of shooting in the mountain environment in the winter is managing moisture. A wet snowy day paired with sensitive electronics can be an absolute nightmare. Thankfully, we had a beautiful day to shoot, and the combination of sun and cold temperatures sucked all the moisture out of the snow (Not bad for ski quality either!). After several years hauling all my gear up peaks on my back, having the helicopter was a welcome change that let me focus on composing shots instead of wondering how long my knees will last.
Earlier, Adam made a compelling visual tour of CMH behind-the scenes during lodge setup for the winter season. Check out Adam's website for more if his diverse work, and contact CMH Heli-Skiing at 1 (800) 661-0252 to spend some time with the inspired guides of CMH Heli-Skiing.
When you Take Flight on your first helicopter ride of a CMH Heli-Skiing trip, there's a little magic in the air. It feels as if everything was set up just for you. The lodge feels like home, the guides seem like they build their whole career around giving you the best snow riding experience on earth and the staff act, not like people at work, but rather like close friends who care about you. And the lofty mountains and deep snow? The ultimate gift.
Early winter is an exciting time for everyone at CMH, while we prepare the "magic" and get out into the hills to see what the mountains are like. Right now, some of the CMH areas have opened and the magic is happening, and others are being prepared and the guides are venturing into the field for the first tracks of the season.
While we have 48 years of experience at creating and crafting mountain hospitality, what the Germans call huttenzauber or "hut magic", we still don't create or craft the mountains or mountain conditions. We go out and find the right parts of the mountains where we can play safely in the, but we're always thrilled when good snow conditions set up each winter and we hear back from the guides after their first days out.
A few of the CMH areas are now open and reporting great conditions, and sending in early season Heli-Ski photos! To share the stoke, here's a few of the photos sent to the Banff office recently from guides in the field:
Bugaboos, November 2013
Galena, December, 2013
Gothics, December, 2013
Revelstoke, November, 2013
The magic is on, and with snow in the forecast every day for the next week in Revelstoke, it only gets better from here. Contact CMH Reservations at 1 (800) 661-0252 to carve your piece of the magic (Hint: if your plans are set this winter, this week kicks off booking week for 2014-15 season!).
A magazine feature in the winter edition of Kootenay Mountain Culture is devoted to the young partnership between CMH and K2, and how it has put the sleepy town of Nakusp, in Interior BC, Canada, on the map.
If you haven't picked up a copy of Kootenay Mountain Culture, check it out. It's the magazine you wish all other outdoor mags were like. It's honest, well-written and diverse, covering every mountain sport yet invented and revealing the often hidden world of mountain culture, art and lifestyle.
In the article on CMH K2, titled "Nakusp Gets Sethed", Editor-in-Chief Mitchell Scott presents the local's view of the new face of Nakusp, the K2 athletes and executives thrill at having a world-class Heli-Skiing destination to "work" with, and the CMH guide's story of their "office."
I suppose it's not surprising that two of the snow sport industry's most iconic brands, with a century of experience between them, could get together and turn one of the least know ski destinations in BC into perhaps the world's coolest place to ride, but it is surprising how the change has permeated the local culture.
From the local ski hill, where K2 put up $1500 to install rails where the local kids could learn to jib like the pros, to the renovation of the Kuskanax Lodge into the K2 Rotor Lodge, in just two years, cool has transformed the ski scene in Nakusp.
A quote from Mike Gutt, K2s Global Marketing Manager, sums it up: "It's a cool place where everything resonates with the K2 vibe: the town, the mentality, the terrain."
Scott describes the renovation at the Rotor Lodge that helped lead the town's metamorphosis from unknown to cool:
"Old K2 paraphernalia is sprinkled throughout the lodge, and each (room) has its own distinct theme. There are posters, top sheets of classic K2 models, covered bar stools, and bits of helicopters on the walls. It's funky and it feels 'ski' in every room."
CMH K2 Area Manager, Peter Macpherson, reveals the mentality:
"The presence of K2 athletes and staff, who've been coming up religiously for the past couple of years, as well as the photography and footage that's coming out of our lodge, is beginning to attract younger, more adventure-oriented skiers."
Finally, an interaction with one of the guides reveals the conditions and terrain:
"It's sunny, there are 20 centimetres of col -9C powder, and the mountains are firing. 'This is skiing in the Selkirks,' says lead guide and Nakusp local Patrick Baird. 'It's always good up here. It always snows.' With that he leads his group of 10 skiers down into clouds of whitesmoke, through perfectly spaced trees, to the valley bottom far below."
The terrible twos at CMH K2 are happening, but there is hardly any space left at the party. All the seats during the K2 athlete weeks are sold out, and the rest of the season has precious few openings, so if you want in on the coolest partnership in skiing (and a free pair of K2 skis of your choice for your efforts) speed dial CMH reservations before anyone else at 1 (800) 661-0252.
Lots of space next season though!
Photo by John Entwistle: Seth Morrison hiding out in the Kootenays.
Being a guest of CMH inspires great stories. Today, with Thanksgiving coming in my neck of the woods, I was skiing with my kids and thinking about how thankful I am to have had a chance to work and play at CMH.
My story is by no means the best CMH story, but after contributing to the Heli-Ski Blog for the last 4 years, and working with CMH for the last decade, I thought it worth sharing.
In 2003 an assignment from Climbing Magazine gave me the chance to visit CMH Adamants, in the summer, to experiment with heli-climbing and write an article about it. I'd been to the Bugaboos before, but seeing the Admants opened my eyes to the vastness of the Columbia Mountains. For six days we bagged first ascents on the vertical walls of the Adamants.
After seeing my photos, Jane Carswell in the CMH Marketing department, invited me back the next summer for a photo shoot in the Cariboos. There, I was lucky enough to share the trip with none other than CMH founder Hans Gmoser, his wife Margaret, and their two grandkids.
Like most journalists, I had to ask Hans a few questions. Also, my father was a mountain guide, so I was curious about another family that made a life in the mountains. In the ensuing conversation, Hans told me about the upcoming celebration at the Bugaboos to celebrate 40 years of Heli-Skiing. I remember saying, "I'd love to be a fly on the wall at that party!"
Hans replied, "You should come."
Who would turn down that invitation? When I got home, I contacted Powder Magazine to get an assignment that would make it worth my place at the party. And what a party it was; many of the original guests and guides, their families, and other friends of the business expressing their appreciation for being part of the invention of Heli-Skiing and 40 years of friendship.
After skiing, the wine and stories would flow and I took notes and recorded presentations. It didn't take long for me to realize that the story of CMH is much more than a magazine article. At one point I asked one of the guides, "Hey, I'd be happy to contribute the material I'm getting here to whoever is writing the book."
He looked at me and said, "Nobody's writing the book."
I was stunned. CMH seemed like the best story I'd come across in a lifetime spent living in, writing about, and photographing the mountain culture. After a few long conversations, I found myself with the dream assignment: write the story of CMH Heli-Skiing.
In 2006 and 2007 I visited every CMH area, filled several notebooks with interview material with some of the most incredible individuals I've ever had the honour of meeting, and in 2008 Rocky Mountain Books published the result: Bugaboo Dreams, A story of Skiers, Helicopters and Mountains.
Since then I've helped CMH with creative content of various kinds, becoming friends with the hard-working staff, guides, and guests and feasting on some of the most delicious snow I've ever tasted. And like so many long-time guests, staff and guides have told me: at first we think the CMH experience is all about the skiing, but then we realize it is so much more.
The people I met while working on Bugaboo Dreams, and my relationship with the guides, staff and guests of CMH - and of course the skiing - have made working with CMH a dream project. Thank you CMH!
© 2015 CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures


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Culinary DelightsFondue, Raclette, Rösti platter. Big hit: Our table grill.
SpecialitiesThe Munggä Hüttä is a treasure at the heart of the Elm winter sports area. The culinary specialities, fantastic alpine panorama and cosy "Relax Zone" make a stop here an unforgettable experience. Restaurant Munggä-Hüttli is located in the middle of the skiing area. It can be reached by skiing, snowboarding or by foot via the winter hiking trail. Large panorama-terrace with Munggä-Bar. Interior: A cosy and authentic Alpine pub. During full moon nights we celebreate a ski party, with DJ and torch-light descent.
Height: 1740 m a.s.l.
Local place name: Oberempächli
Winter Hiking Trail
Ski Run
Winter Hiking:
from Mountain Station of the gondola lift 2h00

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I have a vector line made of different pieces of lines with different directions. I merged the lines to one. But this merged line still have different direction in its "invisible" parts. I want to plot a profile, so I need ONE direction. Any idea?
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Kosher Meat
|Gaucho-Style Beef Ribs
(Costelas de Boi)
Adapted from Steven Raichlen, Planet Barbecue (Workman)
Visit the iconic Brazilian steak house Fogo de Chão (with branches throughout Brazil and North America), and the first thing you'll see is the namesake campfire with racks of ribs roasting on upright metal stakes around it. That's the traditional way to cook beef ribs gaucho (Brazilian cowboy) style, and if you have a big enough backyard and several hours to do the cooking, you'll find instructions below on how to do it. But excellent Brazilian beef ribs can be made on a rotisserie, on a charcoal grill using the indirect method, and yes, even on a gas grill. Whatever method you use, you'll get ribs with a sizzling salty crust on the outside and tender succulent meat inside—a Brazilian's idea of nirvana, and mine, too.
2 racks (7 bones each) beef long ribs (each 2½ to 3 pounds), or 1 large rack (6 to 8 pounds)
You'll also need:
Advance preparation:
Remove the thin, papery membrane from the back of each rack of ribs: Turn a rack of ribs meat side down. Insert a sharp implement, such as the tip of a meat thermometer, under the membrane (the best place to start is on one of the middle bones). Using a dishcloth, paper towel, or needle-nose pliers to gain a secure grip, pull off the membrane. Repeat with the remaining rack of ribs, if using.
Right before grilling, very generously season the ribs on both sides with salt and pepper, if desired.
To grill: Grilling with a rotisserie produces beef ribs that are closest to those served at Fogo de Chão. (The campfire ribs are largely for show.)
If you are using a rotisserie, thread the ribs onto the rotisserie spit: Using a sharp, slender knife, make starter holes in the center of the meat between every two ribs. Twist the knife blade to widen the holes; this will make it easier to insert the spit. Use an over and under weaving motion to thread the spit through the holes in the racks of ribs. Two racks will fit on a large rotisserie, otherwise you'll have to cook one at a time. Set up the grill for spit roasting, following the manufacturer's instructions, and preheat the grill to medium-high. Attach the spit to the rotisserie mechanism, turn on the motor, and cover the grill.
If you are using the indirect method, set up the grill for indirect grilling, place a drip pan in the center, and preheat the grill to medium. When ready to cook, if you are using a charcoal grill, toss the wood chips on the coals. If you are using a gas grill and want a smoke flavor, add the wood chips to the smoker box or place them in a smoker pouch under the grate. Place the racks
Cook the ribs until they are well browned, tender, and cooked through, 1 to 1½ hours for smaller racks, 2 to 2½ hours for a large one. When the ribs are done, the meat will have shrunk back from the ends of the bones by about ½ inch. If you like, during the last half hour, baste the ribs with any fat in the drip pan. If you are using a charcoal grill, you will need to replenish the coals after 1 hour.
Transfer the grilled ribs to a cutting board, carefully removing the spit, if necessary. Cut the ribs into 1- or 2-bone sections and serve at once.
Yield: Serves 4
Note: I've made the wood chips optional. If you want a light smoke flavor, use unsoaked chips. For a more intense smoke flavor, soak the wood chips for 1 hour in water to cover, then drain them.
Recipes: Meat, Beef Ribs, Grilled, Kosher


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Be There Bobcats!
No. 2 Quinnipiac University Bobcats (22-8, 13-5 NEC) vs.
No. 3 Robert Morris University Colonials (17-13, 12-6 NEC)
Northeast Conference Tournament Semifinals
Sunday, March 5, 2011 - 2 p.m.
TD Bank Sports Center - Hamden, Conn.
Fox College Sports (FCS), ESPN3.com, ESPN Full Court
QU Looks To Stop Playoff Skid vs. RMU
The second-seeded Quinnipiac University men's basketball team plays host to No. 3 Robert Morris in NEC Tournament Semifinal action Sunday at the TD Bank Sports Center. The game can be seen live on Fox College Sports (FCS), ESPN3.com and ESPN Full Court. The Bobcats defeated No. 7 Mount St. Mary's, 78-59 on Thursday, while RMU edged No. 6 Wagner, 78-74. Quinnipiac took the only meeting of the season between the two teams, a 69-61 victory Jan. 27 in Hamden. The teams will have a different look this time around, as Justin Rutty was playing his first game since elbow surgery first time around, and the Colonials had leading scorer Karon Abraham, who sustained a season-ending knee injury two weeks ago. The Colonials have ended the Bobcats' NEC title hopes in each of the last two seasons, defeating QU, 75-48, in the 2009 semifinals, before edging the Bobcats, 52-50, in the championship game last season. RMU holds a 15-9 advantage in the all-time series.
Rebounding Dominance
The Bobcats lead the nation in offensive rebounds per game (16.2) and are second in rebounds per game (42.4). They also rank fourth nationally in rebound margin (+9.2). Quinnipiac is the only team in the nation ranked in the top five in all three categories.
Scouting the Robert Morris Colonials
Without the injured Karon Abraham's 13.9 points per game, the Colonials are led by Velton Jones' 11.8 points, 3.9 assists and 1.5 steals per game. Russell Johnson also averages in double figures with 10.5 per game to go along with a team-high 6.7 rebounds per game. Lijah Thompson also chips in 8.2 points and 4.4 rebounds per game.
NEC Tournament History
Quinnipiac has compiled an 8-7 record in the NEC Tournament, reaching the championship game twice. Quinnipiac will make its sixth semifinal appearance in eight chances Sunday.
Last Time Out Against Mount St. Mary's
Justin Rutty compiled his 41st career double-double with 22 points and 16 rebounds as the Bobcats defeated seventh-seeded Mount St. Mary's, 78-59, Thursday night at the TD Bank Sports Center. James Johnson (13), Deontay Twyman (10) and Dave Johnson (10) also finished in double figures. After the Mountaineers jumped out to an 8-0 lead to start the game, the Bobcats outscored the Mount, 78-51.
Last Time Against Robert Morris
James Johnson erupted for a career-high 38 points, including seven three-pointers, as the Bobcats defeated Robert Morris, 69-61, Jan. 27 at the TD Bank Sports Center. The Bobcats got a boost of energy from Justin Rutty's unexpected early return from injury. Rutty scored six points and grabbed 10 rebounds in 19 minutes in his return.
Follow the Bobcats
Sunday's game can be seen live on Fox College Sports (FCS), ESPN3.com and ESPN Full Court. Paul Dottino will have the play-by-play call, while Terry O'Connor will provide color commentary and Tara Petrolino will have sideline reports. The game can also be heard live on AM 1220 WQUN. Bill Schweizer will have the play-by-play call, while Bill Mecca and Bob Tipson will provide color commentary. Free live video and live stats will also be available on www.quinnipiacbobcats.com.
Rutty Enters Exclusive 1,000-1,000 Club
With 16 rebounds, March 3 against Mount St. Mary's, Justin Rutty became just the third player in QU history to score 1,000 points and grab 1,000 rebounds. Rutty now stands at 1,499 points and 1,015 rebounds for his career. Rutty joined Harold Driver '78 (1,813 points, 1,147 rebounds) and Ed Skwara '69 (1,159 points, 1,082 rebounds) in the exclusive club.
Rocket Scientist: "QU Would Rather Have Rutty."
The Bobcats are 19-4 in games Justin Rutty has played, while they were 3-4 in the seven games he missed due to an elbow injury.
Bobcats Honored By NEC
Justin Rutty and James Johnson were named to the All-NEC First Team by the league's coaches, the conference office announced March 1. The award is the third straight for Rutty and the first for Johnson. Tom Moore has now placed a player on the All-NEC First Team in each of his four years in Hamden, and has had two on the team in each of the past two years.
Another Impressive QU Rebounding Stat
The Bobcats have grabbed at least 50 rebounds in six games this season, including a program Division I record 60 against Lehigh on Dec. 7. Most recently, the Bobcats grabbed 54 boards against Fairleigh Dickinson, Feb. 26. Quinnipiac had three 50-rebound games in all of 2009-10, and never had three 50-rebound games in 11 prior seasons at Division I. Quinnipiac has corralled 50 rebounds in a game 12 times in Tom Moore's four years at QU. In nine prior years at Division I, QU had just five 50-rebound games, with only two coming against teams classified at Division I at the time of competition.
Rutty Sets New QU D-I Field Goals Record
Justin Rutty connected on his 600th career field goal at Sacred Heart, Feb. 14, becoming the Quinnipiac Division I record holder in career field goals made. Rutty (638) jumped ahead of Bill Romano '02 (599).
Not Even Close
Quinnipiac has outrebounded its last three opponents, Monmouth, Fairleigh Dickinson and Mount St. Mary's, by a combined 145-73 margin. The Bobcats followed a +25 game against Monmouth, 48-23, with a +28 performance, 54-26, against FDU. The +28 rebound margin is a season high. Last time out, QU outrebounded the Mount, 43-24.
Twenty Twice
Quinnipiac has won 20 games in each of the past two seasons under Tom Moore, the only 20-win seasons in QU Division I history.
Rutty Renaissance
Justin Rutty reverted back to 2010 NEC Player of the Year form with 17 points and 17 rebounds, including seven on the offensive glass, against Monmouth on Feb. 24. He followed with 14 points and 10 rebounds against Fairleigh Dickinson on Feb. 26 and 22 points and 16 rebounds against Mount St. Mary's, pushing his career total to 41 double-doubles, a QU Division I record. In his last five games, he has four double-doubles.
Starting Off Strong
At 22-8, the Bobcats are off to the best 30-game start to a season in program Division I history. The 2009-10 squad also went 22-8 through 30 games.
Rutty, Jr.?
Ike Azotam's rebounding numbers are comparable to Justin Rutty's as a freshman. Rutty averaged 5.1 rebounds per game through 30 games in the 2007-08 season, while Azotam stands at 5.4. Rutty averaged 2.29 offensive boards per game, while Azotam averages 2.38.
Iron Bo
With a start against Sacred Heart, Feb. 14, James Johnson eclipsed Kason Mims' QU Division-I record 88-game consecutive starts streak. Johnson has started each of Quinnipiac's 94 games to begin his career. His 72nd consecutive start broke Jared Grasso's '02 program record for consecutive starts (71) from the outset of his Bobcats' career at Division I. Johnson became just the eighth freshman in QU Division I history to start his collegiate debut, and started all 31 of Quinnipiac's games in 2008-09, joining just 19 other freshmen in the nation to start every game their team played.
Doing More With Less
QU leads the nation in offensive rebounds per game (16.20) and is second in rebounds per game (42.4) despite having the sixth-least height in the nation. According to kenpom.com, the Bobcats are 340th of 345 teams in the nation in average height (74.7 inches).
Bobcats Helping Bobcats
The Bobcats are tied for first in the NEC at 15.33 assists per game, good for 35th in the nation. Their 1.23 assist-to-turnover ratio leads the NEC and is 42nd in the nation.
What Can Brown Do For Q?
Lance Brown has emerged as a versatile contributor for the Bobcats in the last nine games, averaging 8.8 points and 6.3 rebounds per game. He had highs of 13 points and 13 rebounds, including seven on the offensive glass, against Sacred Heart on Feb. 9.
Johnson & Johnson No Turnover Solution
James Johnson (2.44) and Dave Johnson (2.27) rank second and fourth in the NEC in assist-to-turnover ratio. James ranks 25th in the nation, while Dave is 43rd. James ranks 10th in the NEC at 3.67 assists per game, while Dave is 16th at 3.33. Deontay Twyman is also 15th in the NEC in assists (3.43 apg.) and 207th nationally in assist-to-turnover ratio (1.61).
Bo Knows The 1,000 Mark
James Johnson became the 35th player in Quinnipiac history and the ninth at Division I to reach the 1,000-point plateau, Jan. 22, at Mount St. Mary's. He then leapfrogged Mike Buscetto '93 (1,165), Jim Freund '81 and Rashaun Banjo '04 (1,166) for 19th place with 13 points against FDU, Feb. 26. He now stands 26 points behind Troy Adams '89 (1,214) for 18th place.
Shoot Better And Win
The Bobcats are 17-0 this season when outshooting their opponent. By contrast, they're 5-8 when being outshot.
Bo Knows (Insert Statistical Category Here)
James Johnson's name is listed among the statistical leaders in the NEC in eight of 13 categories kept by the league. He's second in assist-to-turnover ratio (2.43) and third in both three-point field goals made per game (2.57) and steals per game (1.63). He ranks fourth in scoring (16.2), seventh in minutes per game (33.77), eighth in free-throw percentage (.821), 10th in assists (3.67) and 14th in three-point field-goal percentage (.379).
Rutty Moves Up QU Career Scoring List
With 1,499 career points, Justin Rutty now ranks 13th on the Quinnipiac career scoring list and second on the Quinnipiac Division I scoring list. With 17 points against Monmouth, Feb. 24, Rutty moved past Bill Romano '02 (1,450) on both the all-time and Division I lists.
Lookin' Up At QU
The Bobcats are in the top five in 14 of 19 statistical categories kept by the NEC, including the top spot in six. They're first in rebounding offense (42.4), rebounding defense (33.1), rebounding margin (+9.2), assists (15.33), assist-to-turnover ratio (1.23) and offensive rebounds (16.20). QU ranks second in scoring offense (72.2), scoring margin (+4.9), field-goal percentage defense (.417) and defensive rebounds (26.17). They rank third in blocked shots (3.53) and fourth in turnover margin (+1.00). QU ranks fifth in field-goal percentage (.430) and three-point field-goal-percentage defense (.335).
Three Streak Extended
With two three-pointers against Mount St. Mary's, QU extended its streak of making at least one three-pointer in each of the last 314 contests. The last time QU didn't knock down a three was Dec. 19, 2000, at Dartmouth (0-11).
Movin' On Up
With 1,015 rebounds, Justin Rutty ranks second all-time in NEC history and third at QU. Rutty passed LIU's Carey Scurry (1,013) for second on the NEC list with 16 rebounds against Mount St. Mary's, while passing George McDowell '72 (991) for third on the QU list with 10 rebounds against FDU. CCSU's Ron Robinson (1,022) is the only remaining player left on Rutty's climb up the NEC list, while Dave Tuthill '65 (1,082) is next on the QU list.
Johnson Dishes Out Number 300
James Johnson dished out his 300th career assist, Dec. 22 at Niagara. He now stands at 369 career assists, good for fourth on the QU Division I list.
21 For The Third Time
The Bobcats dished out a season-high 21 assists for the third time this season, Feb. 26 against FDU. Dave Johnson led the way with six dimes.
That Feeling Of Rejection
Led by two blocks apiece from Lance Brown and Dominique Langston, the Bobcats blocked seven shots against FDU on Feb. 26, the third game of at least seven blocks for the Bobcats this season. QU blocked a season-high eight shots against Lehigh on Dec. 7.
Bobcats Control Paint
The Bobcats owned a 36-10 advantage in points in the paint against FDU on Feb. 26.
Second Half Trifecta Tossing
Led by James Johnson's 12-for-17 showing, the Bobcats shot 54.5 percent (18-33) from long distance in the second halves of a three-game road stretch at Sacred Heart, Bryant and Central Connecticut. Johnson made 4-of-6 in the second half at SHU, before making 5-of-6 at Bryant and 3-of-5 at CCSU.
Dave Dials Up Career Day
Dave Johnson scored a career-high 17 points on 5-for-6 shooting from the floor and 6-for-8 shooting from the free-throw line in the Bobcats' 68-67 victory at Central Connecticut, Feb. 19.
No. 3 Likes The 3, 7 Times, Times 3
James Johnson connected on 7-of-11 three-point field goals at Bryant, his third seven-trifecta outing of the season. Johnson made 7-of-11 at Niagara on Dec. 22 and 7-of-13 against Robert Morris on Jan. 27.
Rutty Reconnects With Double-Double
Justin Rutty completed his first double-double since returning from injury on Jan. 27 with 16 points and 10 rebounds, Feb. 17 at Bryant. Rutty now has eight double-doubles on the year and a QU Division I record 38 for his career.
Willis Rutty
Despite not taking part in a single team practice in three weeks, Justin Rutty managed six points and 10 rebounds in 19 minutes off the bench in his return to the line-up following elbow surgery, Jan. 27, against Robert Morris.
Ho Hum, Bo's Clutch Again
James Johnson knocked down four second-half three-pointers, including two in the final minutes to give Quinnipiac the lead for good, as the Bobcats defeated Sacred Heart, Feb. 14, in Fairfield.
Bobcats Steal A Win At Sacred Heart
Quinnipiac tied a season-high with 10 steals while forcing a season-high 24 turnovers, Feb. 14 at Sacred Heart. Dave Johnson led the way with three steals, while Deontay Twyman, James Johnson and Lance Brown had two steals apiece.
I'll Take All Three of These
The Bobcats responded to an 0-for-8 performance from long range in the first half at Sacred Heart with a 7-for-12 showing in the second half. None was bigger than James Johnson's with 1:47 left to break a 48-48 tie and put the Bobcats on top for good.
That Clinched It
The Bobcats clinched a berth in this year's NEC Tournament with their Feb. 14 win at SHU.
If At First You Don't Succeed...
The Bobcats turned 19 offensive rebounds into 23 second-chance points against Sacred Heart, Feb. 9. Quinnipiac outrebounded the Pioneers, 44-25, including a 19-6 edge on the offensive glass.
Double-Double Double
Ike Azotam and Lance Brown each compiled double-doubles, Feb. 9 against Sacred Heart. Azotam had a career-high 16 points and 13 rebounds, while Brown had 13 points and a career-high 13 rebounds. The double-double was Azotam's second of the season, while Brown compiled the first of his career.
Johnson Steals Milestone
With five steals Nov. 20 against UVM, James Johnson became the 13th QU player all-time and fifth at Division I to compile 100 career steals. Ironically, the five steals tied Johnson's career high, originally set Dec. 21, 2008, against the same UVM team on the same Lender Court before a regional television audience on NESN. Johnson now stands at 140 career steals, passing Bobcats' great Rob Monroe '05 (137) for sixth all-time and second at Division I at QU.
Fifty Fifty
Quinnipiac shot 51.9 percent (28-54) at St. Francis (N.Y.), Feb. 3, and also grabbed 50 rebounds. The Bobcats also shot 50 percent, Jan. 29 against Saint Francis (Pa.), giving them back-to-back 50-percent games for the first time this season. Quinnipiac has eclipsed the 50-percent mark four times this season.
.333 Three Times
The Bobcats held St. Francis (N.Y.) to 33.3 percent (21-63) shooting, Feb. 3. The defensive effort was the third of its kind this season, as Quinnipiac also held Bryant (17-51) and Niagara (21-63) to the same percentage.
First-Round Knockout
Quinnipiac started its Jan. 29 victory against Saint Francis (Pa.) on a 22-0 run. Seven different Bobcats scored a point and QU had three blocks and three steals in the opening burst.
Getting Defensive
The Bobcats grabbed a season-high 38 defensive rebounds, Feb. 3 at St. Francis (N.Y.). Lance Brown had nine of his career-high 12 rebounds on the defensive glass, while all nine of James Johnson's career-high nine boards were defensive. Quinnipiac's previous season-high was 37, established in a 60-rebound effort against Lehigh, Dec. 7.
So Glad To See The Boys Getting Along
The Bobcats tied a season-high with 21 assists and 10 different Quinnipiac players scored a point in a game for the first time this season, Jan. 29 against Saint Francis (Pa.).
Dave Dishes Out 10 Dimes
Dave Johnson handed out a career-high 10 assists in the Bobcats' 75-55 victory against Saint Francis (Pa.), Jan. 29. In two games in the starting line-up, Johnson averaged 8.0 assists per game and had an 8.0 assist-to-turnover ratio.
Shadowing Shannon
James Johnson held Saint Francis (Pa.) guard Umar Shannon, the NEC's fourth-leading scorer entering the game, to just three points on 1-for-5 shooting and four turnovers without an assist, Jan. 29. Shannon was coming off a 30-point outburst, Jan. 27 at Sacred Heart.
'Cats Scratch Out 10 Steals
The Bobcats had a season-high 10 steals in forcing 21 Saint Francis (Pa.) turnovers, Jan. 29. Deontay Twyman and Dave Johnson had three steals each, while Tevin Baskin added two.
Johnson Takes NEC Player of the Week
James Johnson was named NEC Co-Player of the week after averaging 24.5 points, 4.5 rebounds and 3.5 assists in a pair of Quinnipiac victories against Robert Morris and Saint Francis (Pa.). He made 10-of-19 three-pointers in earning his second career NEC award.
'Tay-king On A Larger Role
In seven games without Justin Rutty, Deontay Twyman stepped up to the tune of 15.4 points and 3.7 assists per game, both team highs. He highlighted the stretch with a career-high 23 points, 18 in the first half, against CCSU, Jan. 15.
Eighty Up
The Bobcats had won 18 straight games when scoring 80 points or more, prior to a 90-80 loss at Wagner, Jan. 20.
Alright On The Road
The Bobcats won their first five road games this season, becoming the first team in NEC history to win its first five road contests. The streak was snapped, Jan. 17, as the Bobcats fell at Brown.
Anything Tay Can Do, Bo Can Do Better
After seeing Deontay Twyman go off for 18 of his career-high 23 points in the first half of their previous home game against CCSU, Jan. 15, James Johnson erupted for 20 of his career-high 38 points against Robert Morris, Jan. 27. The 38 points were the most scored by a Bobcat since Rob Monroe '05 scored 40 points against Sacred Heart, Feb. 3, 2005. Monroe is the only Bobcat in program Division I history to score more than 38 points, a feat he accomplished three times with a high of 41, Jan. 2, 2005. The 38 points were the most by an NEC player since Wagner's Joey Mundweiler had 39, Feb. 28, 2009.
Highly-Touted...and Producing
Much-heralded freshman Tevin Baskin had a break-out performance with 13 points, nine rebounds and two steals against CCSU on Jan. 15. Five of his nine boards were offensive.
New High For Dom
Dominique Langston scored 15 points at Wagner, establishing a new season high. He had scored 14 points on two prior occasions.
Depth The Difference
Quinnipiac's bench outscored Central Connecticut's reserves, 23-4, Jan. 15.
Chairman of the Boards
Ike Azotam had his first double-double with 10 points and 11 rebounds against Bryant, Jan. 13.
Jamee Jamee Jamee
Jamee Jackson has blocked three shots on five different occasions this season, including consecutive two games against Fairleigh Dickinson and Bryant, Jan. 8 and 13, respectively.
Dealing A Drought
The Bobcats held Bryant without a field goal until the 6:24 mark of the first half, Jan. 13.
Jackson's Potential Pours Out At Monmouth
Playing without Justin Rutty on the opposite block due to injury, Jamee Jackson stepped up in a big way with a career-high 20 points on 8-for-12 shooting, Jan. 6 at Monmouth. He also made what proved to be the game-winning free throw with 14.3 seconds left.
Dom's Timely Tip-In
Dominique Langston tipped in the game-winner with 3.8 seconds left in regulation as QU defeated Boston University, 82-81, Dec. 29.
QU Can Knock Down the Three, Too
Led by James Johnson's seven trifectas, QU hit 12 three-pointers, Dec. 22 at Niagara, the most by a Quinnipiac team since the Bobcats knocked down 12 in Tom Moore's debut in Hamden, Nov. 11, 2007, a double-overtime thriller that QU won against Hartford, 85-79.
Johnson Feelin' It From Long Range
James Johnson extended a red-hot three-point shooting streak with a 7-for-11 performance from beyond the arc at Niagara. The seven three-pointers, most by a Bobcat since Van Crafton '07 knocked down seven, Dec. 7, 2006 at Mount St. Mary's, pushed Johnson's percentage to 56.7 percent (17-30) over the four-game stretch.
Have A Day, Tay
Deontay Twyman established new career highs with 19 points (since eclipsed), seven rebounds and seven assists, while adding a highlight-reel block at Niagara, sprinting back on defense to prevent a fast-break bucket.
Dom's Double-Double
Dominique Langston had produced double-figure points and rebounds previously in his nine games as a Bobcat, but gave Quinnipiac both in the same game with 10 points and 12 rebounds for his first career double-double at Niagara.
Quinnipiac Picks Up Signature Victory
The Bobcats picked up perhaps the most impressive win in program history when they defeated Rhode Island, 73-66, Dec. 11 at the TD Bank Sports Center. The win is the first in program history over an Atlantic-10 school.
Free 'N' Easy
Justin Rutty, a career 48.8 percent free-throw shooter entering the Dec. 7 game against Lehigh, went 11-for-11 from the charity stripe against the Mountain Hawks. The streak reached 14 consecutive against URI, before he missed his first free throw at Niagara on Dec. 22.
Rutty, Langston Earn NEC Recognition
Justin Rutty and Dominique Langston earned NEC Player and Rookie of the Week, respectively, on Dec. 13, after leading the Bobcats to a 2-0 week against Lehigh and Rhode Island. Rutty averaged 20.0 points and 9.0 rebounds, while Langston added 7.5 points, 10.5 rebounds and 5.5 assists per game.
Welcome to the Fold, T-Bask
Highly-touted recruit Tevin Baskin became eligible for play following the last day of final exams at Quinnipiac, and saw his first game action Dec. 22 at Niagara.
New (Le)High Rebounding Mark
The Bobcats established a new program D-I record with 60 rebounds, Dec. 7 against Lehigh. The prior record of 58 rebounds came twice in recent years - a double-overtime game against Hartford, Nov. 11, 2007, and a Jan. 2, 2005 overtime contest against Division II Longwood.
Brown Provides Added Boost
Lance Brown was granted a waiver by the NCAA, Nov. 23, to become immediately eligible for play after transferring from Fordham this past Spring. Brown had seven points and four rebounds in his Bobcats debut at Dartmouth, but missed the next four games due to injury. He returned, Dec. 11 against Rhode Island.
Dom-inating the Boards
Dominique Langston grabbed 14 rebounds against Lehigh, Dec. 7, then the most by a Quinnipiac player this season.
Jump and Run
The Bobcats began five of their first six games on a run. They scored the first nine points against Yale, before scoring seven straight against Hartford. QU scored five straight to open against Vermont, before scoring the first four and 15 of the first 17 at Dartmouth. The Bobcats also scored six of the first eight points against Maine, and five straight against Mount St. Mary's.
Dom Stealin' and Stuffin'
Dominique Langston established an early career high of four steals, including the theft and breakaway dunk that completed the Bobcats' comeback from down 19 against UMass, Dec. 1.
Block Party
Six different Bobcats accounted for eight blocks against Lehigh, Dec. 7. The eight-block performance was only the fourth of its kind for Quinnipiac at Division I, and the first since the 1999-2000 season. The Braves blocked a program Division I record nine shots against Yale, Dec. 3, 1999, while registering eight blocks at Fordham and Long Island, Dec. 21 and Jan. 17, respectively, in the same season.
Will-ing His Way Into The Line-up
After seeing just 11 minutes in four games to begin the year, William Harrison made the most of his 13 minutes, Dec. 7 against Lehigh. Harrison scored four points, grabbed nine rebounds and dished out two assists, including a nifty dime ahead of the pack to Deontay Twyman to create separation in crunch time.
Super Bo
James Johnson scored eight points in the final 57 seconds to propel the Bobcats to victory against Mount St. Mary's, Dec. 4. Trailing by four in the final minute, Johnson nailed two three-pointers, stripped the Mount's Julian Norfleet with five seconds left, and made the game-winning runner just prior to the final buzzer.
Defense Offensive...Then Gets Defensive
After a first half against Maine in which the Bobcats allowed the Black Bears to shoot 52.2 percent (12-23), the Bobcats buckled down in the second half, holding Maine to 25.9 percent (7-27) from the floor.
Owning the Offensive Boards Against UMass
A year after grabbing a program Division I-record 28 offensive rebounds at UMass, Dec. 2, 2009, the Bobcats tied their second-greatest total on the offensive glass with 24 against UMass, Dec. 1, 2010. Quinnipiac also took 24 offensive caroms against Yale, Nov. 16, 2009. Justin Rutty led the way with seven offensive boards in the latest installment against UMass.
Langston Huge
Dominique Langston emerged as a solid contributor off the bench, averaging 13.0 points, 7.5 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game over two games against Hartford and Vermont.
Not Up In Here!
Jamee Jackson had three second-half blocks against Maine, each leading to Bobcats offensive production. After his first block just less than two minutes in, James Johnson hit a three on the ensuing possession. Immediately following his block at the 11:53 mark, Dave Johnson nailed one from long range. Finally, following his rejection at the 5:08 mark, James Johnson hit a jumper on the next time down on offense.
A Lot To Like With Ike
Ike Azotam went 7-for-7 from the floor for 15 points to go along with seven rebounds, Nov. 23, at Dartmouth. The 100 percent performance was the first of five or more attempts for the Bobcats since Karl Anderson went 5-for-5 at Monmouth on Feb. 21, 2008. For his effort, Azotam was named the NEC Co-Rookie of the Week on Nov. 29.
Sweet 16's
Deontay Twyman tied his then-career-high with 16 points against Yale at the Connecticut 6 Classic, Nov. 13. James Johnson matched Twyman's 16 points on 5-for-10 shooting and 4-for-4 from the line.
Bonding Overseas
The Bobcats took a 10-day trip to The Netherlands, Belgium and France this past August. In four games, Quinnipiac went 3-1.
Moore Wins
With 23 wins in 2009-10, including 15 NEC victories, the Bobcats set a new program record. The marks edge the 1999-2000 QU team (18-10, 12-6 NEC) for the most wins at D-I, and passed the 1972-73 and 1979-80 teams for the all-time program record.
Everybody's Favorite
The Northeast Conference's coaches selected the Bobcats as the league's first unanimous favorite since 1997-98 (LIU). In addition, The Sporting News, Athlon, Lindy's and the Blue Ribbon College Basketball Report also picked QU.
On the Rebound
Quinnipiac was outrebounded just three times in 2009-10, and owned a +8.5 rebounding margin, second-best in the nation.
Moore of the Same
Head Coach Tom Moore has won the season opener in each of his four years at QU, the first three coming against Hartford, while the most recent came this season against Yale. Prior to Moore's arrival to Hamden, no Quinnipiac team had won its first game of the season during the school's Division I era. Teams that have had Moore serving on the coaching staff have won 11 consecutive season openers. The last time one of Moore's teams didn't win its first game was Nov. 11, 1999, when defending National Champion and top-ranked UConn was upset by Iowa in the Coaches vs. Cancer IKON Classic. None of Quinnipiac's other five coaches all-time won their first three season openers, and only Burt Kahn won as many as four straight at any point. Kahn won six straight from 1967-68 through 1972-73.
Rutty's Keeping Good Company
At 15.3 points and 10.9 rebounds per game, Justin Rutty was one of just 20 players nationally to average a double-double in 2009-10.
Quinnipiac, Rutty Grab Top Rankings
The Bobcats ranked 14th in the nation in offensive rebounds per game (14.6) in 2009-10. Individually, Justin Rutty ranked second nationally at 4.9 offensive boards per game, a year after finishing second in the nation behind only Pittsburgh's DeJuan Blair (5.6 oreb/game) with 4.6 offensive caroms per game.
Keeping Good Company
Quinnipiac was one of just four teams in the NCAA ranked in the top 10 nationally in both rebound margin and rebounds per game in 2009-10. The Bobcats ranked second in rebound margin and 10th in rebounds per game. Quinnipiac joined nationally-ranked Kentucky (4th - rebound margin, 5th - rebounds per game) and Kansas (9th - rebound margin, 7th - rebounds per game), as well as Radford (7th - rebound margin, 1st - rebounds per game) in the exclusive club. Quinnipiac also ranked 14th in offensive rebounds (14.61).
Bobcats Experience Historic 2009-10 Season
The Quinnipiac University men's basketball team experienced a historic season of firsts in 2009-10. Jim Phelan NEC Coach of the Year Tom Moore led the Bobcats to a program-record 23 wins, the first Northeast Conference Regular Season Championship in team history, and a berth into the National Invitation Tournament, the first national postseason tournament appearance in program Division I history. Junior forward Justin Rutty was named the NEC Player of the Year, becoming the first player in program history earn the award. Both Rutty and senior wing James Feldeine were named to the All-NEC First Team. Moore's recognition as Coach of the Year was also a first in program history.
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Should the Bobcats defeat Robert Morris, they'd advance to face an opponent to be determined by Sunday's other semifinal game in Wednesday's championship game. A Quinnipiac win paired with a CCSU win would give the Bobcats home court, while a Long Island victory would place the game in Brooklyn. Opening tip is scheduled for 7 p.m. on ESPN2. Stay posted on all the latest developments by visiting www.quinnipiacbobcats.com.


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Learn how to scan for viruses, set automatic updates and manage firewall settings in Windows 8.
What is McAfee Security Console?
The Security Console on your computer desktop is part of your free Cox Security Suite Powered by McAfee®. It is a powerful security solution that allows you to monitor the security status on their computer and to know instantly whether virus, spyware, email, and firewall protection services are up-to-date.
How can it help me?
You can use this tool to set up a virus detection schedule that suits your needs. To begin, double-click the McAfee Security Console icon in your task bar or on your desktop.
For additional help with any Security Console feature visit the McAfee Community. Click Home and Home Office, then under Communities on the left, click Security Console.
|Perform a computer scan
|Schedule future scans
|Manage scan settings
From the Security Console, click Real-Time Scanning and choose one of the three available options, as shown below.
To run a Quick or Full scan, click one of the first two options and Security Suite automatically begins scanning your computer. Once complete it will report any issues it finds, as shown below.
Running a custom scan allows you to choose more advanced settings. To run a Custom scan:
- Under Customize Your Scan, choose the locations, threat types, and file types you want to scan.
- Click Scan.
Schedule Future Scans
By default, McAfee performs a scheduled scan at 4 a.m. once a week, but you can modify the schedule to fit your needs. The option Scan using minimal resources is checked by default but you can disable it to increase the speed of the scheduled scan.
Another option, Start scan only when the PC is plugged in, allows you to conserve battery power if your computer is plugged in at the time of a scheduled scan.
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- Click Real Time Scanning.
- Choose Schedule a Scan.
- Choose the desired scheduling options.
- Click Apply.
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To exclude a file or folder, complete the following steps:
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- When the Open dialog box displays, navigate to the desired file or folder.
- Click the Apply button.
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With no father in his life to guide him and his mother, Beth, working two jobs to make ends meet, Caleb believes nothing matters in life but to become a sponsored skater to get him away from all his troubles. When his mother falls ill, Caleb is forced to deal with her illness and his lack of responsibility. Through the tragedy of his mother's illness and the sudden appearance of the father, Caleb becomes the man his mother always prayed he'd be.
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Mount Emei Scenic Area, including Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area
Mount Emei Scenic Area, including Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area
The first Buddhist temple in China was built here in Sichuan Province in the 1st century A.D. in the beautiful surroundings of the summit Mount Emei. The addition of other temples turned the site into one of Buddhism's holiest sites. Over the centuries, the cultural treasures grew in number. The most remarkable is the Giant Buddha of Leshan, carved out of a hillside in the 8th century and looking down on the confluence of three rivers. At 71 m high, it is the largest Buddha in the world. Mount Emei is also notable for its exceptionally diverse vegetation, ranging from subtropical to subalpine pine forests. Some of the trees there are more than 1,000 years old.
Paysage panoramique du mont Emei, incluant le paysage panoramique du grand Bouddha de Leshan
C'est ici, dans le paysage d'une grande beauté sur du mont Emei, dans le Sichuan, que fut édifié au Ie r siècle le premier temple bouddhiste chinois. La multiplication ultérieure des temples fit de ce site l'un des principaux lieux sacrés du bouddhisme. Au cours des siècles, les trésors culturels s'y accumulèrent, le plus saisissant étant le grand Bouddha de Leshan érigé au VIIIe siècle. Cette statue taillée à flanc de colline, qui domine le confluent de trois fleuves de ses 71 m de haut, est la plus grande statue de Bouddha du monde. Le mont Emei se distingue également par la grande diversité de sa flore, depuis les zones végétales subtropicales jusqu'aux forêts de conifères subalpines, dont certains arbres ont plus de 1 000 ans.
منظر جبل آماي الطبيعي يضم بوذا لهشان الكبير
في القرن الأوّل، شُيّد أوّل معبد بوذي صيني في رحم جبل آماي في مقاطعة سيشوان الآسرة بسحرها. ونظراً لتنامي عدد المعابد في مرحلةٍ لاحقة، استحال هذا الموقع أحد أبرز مواطن البوذيّة المقدّسة. وعلى مرّ القرون، تراكمت فيه الكنوز الثقافيّة وكان أعظمها بوذا لهشان الكبير الذي نُصب في القرن الثامن. يُطلّ هذا التمثال المنحوت في سفح الهضبة على ملتقى أنهر ثلاثة عند منحدر على عمق 71 متراً وهو أعظم تماثيل بوذا في العالم من حيث الحجم. كما يتميّز جبل آماي بتنوّع أصنافه النباتيّة منذ المناطق النباتيّة شبه الاستوائية حتّى غابات الصنوبر الجبلية والتي يرقى بعض أشجارها إلى أكثر من 1000 سنة.
source: UNESCO/ERI
source: UNESCO/ERI
Гора Эмэйшань и статуя «Большой Будда» в Лэшани
Первый буддийский храм в Китае был сооружен в районе живописной горы Эмэйшань (территория современной провинции Сычуань) еще в I в. Появление здесь других монастырей, а также приумножение, с течением веков, культурных ценностей привело к тому, что гора стала одной из главных святынь буддизма. Наиболее примечательна статуя «Большой Будда» в Лэшани, вырезанная прямо в скале в VIII в., и изображающая Будду, смотрящего вниз на место слияния трех рек. Высота статуи 71 м, и она считается самым большим в мире скульптурным изображением Будды. Район Эмэйшань ценен и своей разнообразной растительностью, которая варьирует от вечнозеленых субтропических лесов до субальпийских сосняков. Некоторые из местных деревьев имеют возраст более тысячи лет.
source: UNESCO/ERI
Paisaje panorí¡mico del Monte Emei y Gran Buda de Leshan
Fue aquí, en el bello paisaje del monte Emei, en la provincia de Sichuan, donde se edificó en el siglo I el primer templo budista de China. La multiplicación posterior de templos hizo de este sitio uno de los lugares sagrados mí¡s importantes del budismo. Con el paso de los siglos se fueron acumulando en él los tesoros culturales. El mí¡s impresionante es el Gran Buda de Leshan esculpido en el siglo VIII. Esta imagen tallada en la ladera de una colina, que domina la confluencia de tres ríos desde sus 71 metros de altura, es la mayor estatua de Buda del mundo. El monte Emei se distingue también por la gran diversidad de su flora, que abarca desde las plantas típicas de las zonas vegetales subtropicales hasta los bosques de coníferas subalpinas, donde se encuentran í¡rboles de mí¡s de 1.000 años de edad.
source: UNESCO/ERI
source: NFUAJ
Gebied rond de berg Emei en de reuzen-Boeddha van Leshan
In het gebied van de berg Emei werd de eerste boeddhistische tempel van China gebouwd in de 1e eeuw na Christus. De toevoeging van andere tempels maakten de plek een van de heiligste boeddhistische plaatsen. Met de jaren groeiden de culturele schatten, waarvan de reuzen-Boeddha van Leshan de meest bijzondere is. Dit standbeeld van een zittende Boeddha die uitkijkt over water, werd in de 8e eeuw uit een bergwand gehouwen. Het Boeddhabeeld is 71 meter hoog en daarmee het grootste op aarde. De gebieden rond de berg Emei en de Boedha vormen samen een van de vier heilige landen van het Chinese boeddhisme.
Source: unesco.nl
Outstanding Universal Value
Brief synthesis
Mount Emei (Emeishan) is an area of exceptional cultural significance as it is the place where Buddhism first became established on Chinese territory and from where it spread widely through the East. The first Buddhist temple in China was built on the summit of Mount Emei in the 1st century CE. It became the Guangxiang Temple, receiving its present royal name of Huazang in 1614. The addition of more than 30 other temples including the Wannian Temple founded in the 4th century containing the 7.85m high Puxian bronze Buddha of the 10th century, and garden temples including the Qingyin Pavilion complex of pavilions, towers and platforms dating from the early 6th century; the early 17th century Baoguo Temple and the Ligou Garden (Fuhu Temple) turned the mountain into one of Buddhism's holiest sites. The most remarkable manifestation of this is the 71 meter tall Giant Buddha of Leshan. Carved in the 8th century CE on the hillside of Xijuo Peak overlooking the confluence of three rivers, it is the largest Buddhist sculpture in the world. A contemporary account of the creation of the Giant Buddha is preserved in the form of an inscribed tablet. Associated monuments include the 9th century Lingbao Pagoda and the Dafo (Giant Buddha) Temple dating from the early Qing Dynasty. The Wuyu Temple contains two important statues: the 9th century Dashi bronze Buddha and the 11th century Amithabha statue group, cast in iron and gilded. Over five hundred Han Dynasty tombs of the 1st to 4th centuries, notable for their fine carvings and calligraphic inscriptions are located on Mahao Crag.
Mount Emei is an area of striking scenic beauty. It is also of great spiritual and cultural importance because of its role in the introduction of Buddhism into China. The conscious siting of so many of the cultural monuments, particularly of traditional architecture, within the natural environment makes it a cultural landscape of very high order.
Mount Emei is also notable for its exceptionally rich vegetation, ranging from subtropical evergreen forests to subalpine pine forests. Covering an area of 15,400 ha in two discrete areas – the Mount Emei and the Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Areas – the property is an area of natural beauty into which the human element has been integrated with skill and subtlety.
Criterion (iv): On Mount Emei, there are over 30 temples, ten of them large and very old; they are in local traditional style and most are built on hillsides, taking advantage of the terrain. In the selection of the site, design, and construction they are masterpieces of great originality and ingenuity. The advanced architectural and building techniques are the quintessence of Chinese temple architecture.
Associated with these temples are found some of the most important cultural treasures of China, including the remarkable Leshan Giant Buddha carved in the 8th century CE out of the hillside of Xijuo Peak. Facing the confluence of the Minjiang, Dadu and Qingyi rivers, it is the tallest Buddha sculpture in the world with a height of 71 meters.
Criterion (vi): On Mount Emei, the importance of the link between the tangible and intangible, the natural and the cultural, is uppermost. Mount Emei is a place of historical significance as one of the four holy lands of Chinese Buddhism. Buddhism was introduced into China in the 1st century CE via the Silk Road from India to Mount Emei, and it was on Mount Emei that the first Buddhist temple in China was built.
The rich Buddhist cultural heritage of Mount Emei has a documented history of over 2,000 years, consisting of archaeological sites, important architecture, tombs, ritual spaces, and collections of cultural artefacts, including sculpture, stone inscriptions, calligraphy, painting, and music, among other traditional arts.
Criterion (x): Mount Emei is a site of special significance to conservation and to science for its high floral diversity. The biodiversity of the site is exceptionally rich: some 3,200 plant species in 242 families have been recorded, of which 31 are under national protection and more than 100 species are endemic. This is due to its transitional location at the edge of the Sichuan basin and the eastern Himalayan highlands. Within its elevation range of 2,600 m are found a great variety of vegetation zones including subtropical evergreen broad-leaved forest, mixed evergreen and deciduous broad-leaved forest, mixed broad-leaved and conifer forests, and subalpine conifer forest. This exceptional flora is also rich in animal species with some 2,300 species recorded, including several threatened at a global scale.
The heritage zones of the Mount Emei and Leshan Giant Buddha cover 15,400 ha and 17.88 ha respectively and completely represent the importance of Buddhist culture and ancient architecture. Emei is one of four sacred Buddhist mountains in China and as such, it has been treated as a special protected place for almost 3,000 years. Protection in modern times has taken the form of laws culminating in its establishment as a "Scenic Area" in 1982. The area is subject to various regulations from the national, provincial and municipal governments and has a plan to guide its conservation. Fortunately, because of its size and the relative inaccessibility of its terrain, much of Emei remains untouched and unspoiled. The revival of Buddhism reinforces its protection as the monks can play a quasi-warden role.
The authenticity of the inscribed property, Mount Emei Scenic Area, including Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area, lies to a large extent in the relationship between the man-made element and the natural environment. In these terms the authenticity is very high. Conservation and restoration projects have been carried out on individual buildings which in general terms are authentic. As a sacred place, Mount Emei has benefited from a long-standing and traditional regime of conservation and restoration, which dated back to the mid-10th century. Today, the conservation of the property continues to be carried out in accordance to very strict standards and hence effectively maintains the outstanding values and authenticity of the property.
Protection and management requirements
Mount Emei has been managed since the middle of the 10th century, and the first General Administrative Plan of Mount Emei was produced in the early 1980s. Management follows strictly the central government's Regulations on Scenery Areas, and the Provincial government's Regulations on World Heritage Protection of Sichuan Province and the Regulations on Scenery Areas of Sichuan Province. A Management Committee of the Mount Emei-Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area with 27 sectors has been established in order to protect and manage the site. The Revised Master Plan for the Mount Emei Scenic Area and the Leshan Giant Plan Buddha Scenic Area has provided the legal basis and policy framework for management and conservation of the property. Any project that has dramatic impacts on the heritage value is strictly controlled and requires government approval. Both the central and local governments provide fiscal support for site protection and management.
At present, the thousand year-old traditional link between the natural and the cultural values of the property is well-preserved. The main threat to Emei is the number of tourists and pilgrims that visit the property and the development that they bring with them. The main intrusion has been a cable car which leads to the Golden Summit of the mountain and brings some 300,000 people a year to the sensitive montane forest zone, as well as the construction of a light monorail in 1998 after inscription of the property. There are numerous drink stands and souvenir stalls which detract from the natural atmosphere of the mountain. The specific long-term management objective for the property is to ensure that, despite increasing visitor pressure, the traditional link of nature and culture is maintained and continues to be well-managed so that both integrity and authenticity of the property are conserved.
Long Description
The World Heritage site is an area of natural beauty by virtue of its high plant species diversity, with a large number of endemic species. It also underlines the importance of the link between the tangible and intangible, the natural and the cultural. The Mount Emei (Emishan) area possesses exceptional cultural significance, as it is the place where Buddhism first became established on Chinese territory and from where it spread widely throughout the East.
Located in central Sichuan Province, the nominated area includes Mount Emei Scenic and Historical Area, west of Emeishan City, and the Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area, south-east of Leshan City at the confluence of three rivers: Minjiang, Dadu and Qinqyi.
Mount Emei, with its characteristic three summits, rises 2,600 m from the western margin of the Chengdu Plain. Its diverse topography includes a range of undulating hills, valleys, deep gullies and high peaks. Sedimentary rocks from the late Precambrian contain a large number of fossils and are an important source of geological information.
Mount Emei contains both Sino-Japanese and Sino-Himalayan flora. Five vegetation belts are defined according to vertical zonation. In ascending height order they are: subtropical evergreen broadleaved forest (below 1,500 m), evergreen and deciduous broadleaved mixed forest, coniferous and broadleaved mixed forest, subalpine coniferous forest and subalpine shrubs above 2,800 m. Some 3,200 plant species in 242 families have been recorded, of which 31 are under national protection. There are some 1,600 species of medicinal plants and 600 species of commercial interest. More than 100 species are endemic.
Some 2,300 animal species have been recorded, of which 29 are under national protection, 157 species being threatened or endemic animals to China. A number of type specimens have been taken from Mount Emei. A number of internationally threatened species are to be found, including lesser (red) panda, Asiatic black bear, mainland serow, Asiatic golden cat, Tibetan macaque, Chinese giant salamander and grey-hooded parrot bill. Archaeological evidence indicates that the area was inhabited as long as 10,000 years ago.
Both Mount Emei and the Leshan Giant Buddha are places of historical importance, constituting one of the four holy lands of Chinese Buddhism. Mount Emei's history has been documented and recorded for over 2,000 years, during which time a rich Buddhist cultural heritage has accumulated, including cultural relics, architectural heritage, collected calligraphy, paintings, tablet inscriptions and earthenware.
Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area, which covers 2,500 ha, includes a number of significant cultural artefacts. These include the sitting Giant Buddha Statue, carved on the Xiluo Peak of Mount Lingyun in the early 8th century and standing 71 m high, with its back against Mount Jiuding and facing the confluence of the Minjiang, Dadu and Qinqyi rivers. In addition there are more than 90 stone carvings, Buddhist shrines made during the Tang dynasty, the Lidui (a large rock cut in the centre of the river for irrigation purposes), tombs, Buddha statues, pagodas, temples and city walls.Source: UNESCO/CLT/WHC
Historical Description
Buddhism was introduced into China in the 1st century AD via the Silk Road from India to Mount Emei. Pugong, a medicinal Plant farmer, built the Puguang Hall on the Golden Summit at this time. By the 3rd Century the Puxian doctrine of Buddhism was dominant on Mount Emei, and the Chinese monk Huichi built the Puxian Temple (now the Wannian Temple) at the foot of the Guanxinpo Terrace. Buddhism had moved its centre to China by the mid-6th Century and for a time Sichuan was the home of the Chan School of Chinese Buddhism; this period saw the building of more than a hundred temples in the province.
In the mid-9th Century/ the Song Emperor Zhao Kuangyin sent a Buddhist mission headed by Master Jiye to India. On his return he was authorized to build temples on Mount Emei, where he preached and translated the Indian Buddhist texts. He was also authorized to cast a Puxian bronze statue, 62 tonnes in weight and 7.85 m high, now in the Wannian Temple. Since that time Mount Emei has been one of the most holy places of Buddhism. Over the course of the centuries it has accumulated many cultural treasures. The most striking is the Giant Buddha: work began on carving it out of the mountainside in the early 8th century, and was not completed for ninety years.Source: Advisory Body Evaluation
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Kalorik Rechargeable Pepper, Salt & Spice Grinder Set
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Indie rock duo Matt & Kim and bluesy pop performers ZZ Ward and Gin Wigmore will kick off the 2013 season of Nashville's Live On the Green on August 8.
Performers for the 5th annual free outdoor concert series - held at Nashville's Public Square Park - were announced on June 28, but organizers waited until July 5 to reveal when each act would perform.
Headliners and dates for the remainder of the concert series include Matt Nathanson (August 15), Michael Franti & Spearhead (August 22), Robert Randolph and the Family Band (August 29), Local Natives (September 5) and Moon Taxi (September 12).
Live On the Green runs from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Thursday nights from August 8 to September 12. The concerts are free and open to the public. VIP passes granting complimentary food and beverages, seated viewing areas and more are on sale at www.liveonthegreen.net.
Live On the Green 2013 schedule
August 8: Matt & Kim, ZZ Ward, Gin Wigmore
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Recipe by Joyce
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2 cups
white sugar
1 cup
pareve margarine
2 3/4 cups
matzo cake meal
3/4 cup
potato starch
1/2 teaspoon
1 cup
chopped walnuts
2 cups
semisweet chocolate chips
2 teaspoons
white sugar
1 teaspoon
ground cinnamon
Excellent recipe, have been using this on for years. I add one more step to mine. I slice the loaves into about 1/2 inch slices. Put back on a baking sheet, sprinkle with more cinnamon sugar and bake for 20 to 30 minutes at 250 degrees to dry them out. It is much better this way
I don't know if the photo is misleading or I did something incorrect, but I expected chocolate mandelbrot not regular mandelbrot with chocolate chips. While the end result was ok, I was disappointed after all the rave reviews. Also, 50-55 minutes cooking time burns the bottom.
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THIS IS SIMPLY DELICIOUS! I formed three loaves the width of one baking sheet--they dont spread so much and it was able to cook it it all on one sheet. Trust me with this one- check after 30 or 35 minutes of cooking. When LIGHTLY BROWNED, take them out of the oven. Let them cool till warm (about 15 or 20 minutes) and slice. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar and lay pieces on sides. bake for 2-3 minutes on each side. Cool completely. Trust me-this seems like they would be undercook but theyre delicious when theyre slightly underbaked. if not, theyre too cakey. so underbake them by 5 minutes or so...TRUST ME!! ENJOY!
I used this Mandelbrot recipe for the my passover dinner. It was a big hit! I melted chocolate over the top which added a nice touch. Thanks for the recipe joyce.. Shari E.
This is fabulous as it is, but I buy three disposable aluminum pans, approximately 5 x 12 by 1 inch high. It makes three perfectly uniform loaves in 1/2 hour. I then slice them and return them to the oven at 250 for 1/2 hour as someone else had suggested. Couldn't be more perfect! They are gone in a flash.
These were really good. I also baked the 2 loaves, then sliced them after they baked for 55 minutes, sprinkled on more cinnamon sugar and then baked on each side for an additional 10 minutesper side. I made them for my Jewish friends for Passover. Everybody loved them. I will be making another batch tomorrow to keep! I am also going to try cranberries and white chocolate.
Wow this recipe was the best. I just became a member so I can review this. I made this on Monday for the seder and it came out incredible. But mine was more like a cake and I loved it. I don't cook much but I made this and it was a huge hit. I just followed the recipe exactly it was great. Thanks for putting this on. I am going to make it again for next week.
Was so excited to get this in the oven, forgot to sprinkle sugar/cinnamon on top - didn't miss it!! YUM! AND you don't have to make these into logs, the dough is thick/heavy enough that you can shape them into any shape for fun. Highly recommend!!
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Passover Chocolate Mandelbrot
Serving Size: 1/16 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 16
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 449
Calories from Fat: 220
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Saturday, April 24, 2004CHARLESTON, S.C. (April 24, 2004) - Despite a solid effort from its bullpen, the East Tennessee State University baseball team could not overcome an early deficit Saturday against the College of Charleston, dropping an 11-4 contest to the Southern Conference's first-place team at Patriots Point Park. The 25th-ranked Cougars (31-7 overall, 15-2 SoCon) took an early 5-0 lead and held off the Buccaneers' numerous offensive rallies in the game's middle innings to pick up the victory. ETSU dropped to 21-21 on the year, 11-12 in conference play. Charleston got to ETSU starter Tim Turner (Marietta, Ga.) early, chasing him from the game with five runs in the first two innings. The Cougars picked up two of those runs on a two-run home run by Brett Gardner in the bottom of the first inning, and they added another three notches to the scoreboard thanks to a RBI single from Chris Campbell and a two-run triple off the bat of Brett Gardner. Turner then walked two batters to load the bases and head coach Tony Skole was forced to go to the ETSU bullpen. Reliever David Yates (Douglasville, Ga.) did his job, getting a ground ball to third baseman Greg Roberts (Douglas, Ga.) to end the threat. ETSU finally managed to break through offensively thanks in part to a pair of errors by Charleston shortstop Steve Friend. The first error allowed Roberts to reach and three straight ETSU hits followed to score a run and load the bases. Bucs' shortstop Andy Howdeshell (Maryville, Tenn.) then grounded to Friend, who bobbled the ball and allowed Matt Traylor (Knoxville, Tenn.) to score from third. That made it 5-2 with the bases loaded and still just one out, but ETSU could not bring anyone else home in the inning. Charleston manufactured a single run in the bottom of the fourth to make it 6-2, but the Bucs came right back to cut back into the lead in the top of the fifth. The Bucs scored a pair of runs when junior Caleb Moore (Knoxville, Tenn.) doubled and teammate Blake Church (Roswell, Ga.) followed with a run-scoring double off the leftfield wall. Church later scored on Josiah Glafenhein's (Knoxville, Tenn.) groundout to shortstop. With the score 6-4, Charleston added another single run in the bottom of the fifth to regain a three-run advantage. ETSU threatened again in the top of the seventh, as Moore doubled for the sixth time in the series and Church reached on a walk off Charleston reliever Brett Harker. The runners moved up a base thanks to Howdeshell's infield groundout, but they were stranded as again the lower part of the ETSU lineup could not come through with a hit. Charleston then put the game out of reach with a four-run eighth inning. Cougar starting pitcher Ryan Johnson (8-0) picked up the victory and reliever Brett Harker picked up the save (8). Turner (5-6) took the loss for ETSU. While Turner struggled, relievers Yates and senior Josh Kite (Greeneville, Tenn.) put together respectable efforts in keeping the Bucs in the game. Offensively, the Bucs were led by Moore and Traylor, who both picked up three hits apiece. Moore, the SoCon's leading hitter, currently has six doubles in the series. Meanwhile, the Cougars were paced by Gardner, who finished with a team-high four hits and a career-high six RBIs. ETSU and Charleston will meet in the final game of this three-game series Sunday, with first pitch scheduled for 1 p.m. Buccaneer fans are encouraged to follow all the action by visiting www.etsubucs.com and clicking on the Live stats link located on the baseball homepage.
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