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The warm and enticing scent of melted butter, shimmering eggs, the seductive crackle of bacon, sizzling potatoes, plump French toast and golden brown pancakes. These are only a few of the things that brunch is made of. It should also be made of leisure; no mad dash out the door to be somewhere on time.
More so than the chocolate we hunted down on Easter morning, as a child I looked forward to what my mother was making for brunch. Breakfast was usually cold cereal, toast, porridge, Red River cereal, corn meal mush or Cream of Wheat. I shudder to think about it now but as I got older, it became a piece of coffee cake or whatever leftover baked goods my mother had made. But special occasion brunches were another story. Piles of pancakes, sausages, bacon, French toast, waffles and REAL maple syrup. Honey, jam and toast. And if we were really lucky, apple pancakes with lemon sauce. This was the brunch of old. Nowadays, there's so much brunch inspiration to choose from. Pad Thai with fried eggs on top is the new normal, and so is banana and Nutella French toast.
I love inventing brunchy dishes and messing around with the classics. Smoked Beef Brisket Hash is a lovely and tasty twist on corned beef hash. Prawn Toast is about as savoury as you can get in the French – or Asian — toast department. And with the Kaiserschmarrn, you don't even have to worry about your pancakes being round, which is true leisure indeed.
RECIPES Smoked Beef Brisket Hash
Smoked Beef Brisket Hash
Get the brisket from your favourite barbecue restaurant or used cooked and ready to eat corned beef instead. Great with poached, fried, or scrambled eggs.
1 1/2 pounds (750 g) Yukon Gold or russet potatoes
1 pound (500 g) smoked beef brisket cut roughly into 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) cubes
2 tsp. (10 mL) fresh thyme leaves
sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp. (30 mL) unsalted butter
2 tbsp. (30 mL) vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups (375 mL) diced onion
1 red pepper diced into 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) pieces
Place the potatoes in a pot and cover with plenty of water. Bring to a boil, then turn to a simmer and cook until tender when pierced with a thin bladed knife, about 30 minutes. Drain and cool. Press the potatoes with the palm of your hand until they collapse. You can then refrigerate the potatoes, covered, overnight if you like. Cut the cooled potatoes into 1-inch (2.5-cm) pieces. Mix with the beef, and thyme, adding salt and pepper to taste.
Melt the butter with the vegetable oil in a heavy, large and preferably cast-iron frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion and pepper and cook a few minutes, until the onion is translucent. Add the potato mixture and stir for a moment to mix in the onion then spread out evenly in the pan, pressing down with a metal spatula. Let the mixture sizzle away without stirring, checking every few minutes to ensure that the hash is browning nicely. When it's a lovely brown, flip over sections of the hash, pressing it down again and adding a little more butter and oil if necessary. When the bottom is browned, it's ready to serve.
You can keep the hash warm, in the frying pan, in a 250 °F (125 °C) oven for up to 15 minutes, in case you have to cook some eggs to go with it.
Makes 4 servings.
Prawn Toast
Prawn or, as it's more commonly known, shrimp toast is a dim sum classic. These pieces are bigger and packed with prawns. This goes very well with Sriracha hot sauce.
1/2 pound (225 g) peeled and deveined prawns, chopped into 1/4 inch (6 mm) pieces
1 egg white
1 tbsp. (15 mL) soy sauce
1/4 tsp. (1 mL) sea salt
1 tbsp. (15 mL) cornstarch
1 tbsp. (15 mL) sesame oil
1/4 cup (60 mL) loosely packed cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
8 slices sturdy white sandwich bread, crusts removed
2-3 eggs, beaten (the amount depends on the texture of the bread)
vegetable oil
Combine half of the prawns, and all of the egg white, soy sauce, salt and cornstarch and sesame oil in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until finely minced and pasty. Scrape into a bowl and add the remaining prawns, green onion, cilantro, and garlic. Stir until well combined. Alternatively, chop the prawns with a knife until pasty, then stir in remaining ingredients. The mixture can be covered and refrigerated overnight.
Spread mixture evenly onto one side of each piece of bread. Heat 1/2-inch (. 75 cm) of oil in a large, heavy frying pan to 325 °F (160 °C), using a thermometer to check the temperature. Quickly dip both sides of each piece of shrimp toast into the beaten egg then carefully place in the pan, prawn side down. Add enough pieces to fill the pan without overcrowding. Cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes, adjusting heat as necessary. With tongs, carefully flip over and cook until the other side is golden brown, about 1 minute longer. Transfer to paper towel lined plate and keep warm in a 200 F (100 C) oven. Cook the remaining pieces and cut each piece into 2 triangles. Serve immediately.
Makes 4-6 servings.
This Austrian dish is a thick crepe batter that's been cooked into rugged, tasty nuggets instead of into cakes. Raisins are entirely optional. Instead, it can be served with a fruit compote - plum is traditional - jam or maple syrup. Mounds of whipped cream and sliced strawberries works too.
1/2 cup (125 mL) raisins
3 tbsp. (45 mL) rum or apple juice
4 eggs, separated
1 cup (250 mL) milk
1 tsp. (5 mL) pure vanilla extract
4 tbsp. (60 mL) unsalted butter, melted
1 1/2 cups (375 mL) flour
1/4 cup (60 mL) sugar
1/4 teaspoon (1 mL) sea salt
2 tbsp. (30 mL) unsalted butter
1/4 cup (60 mL) icing sugar
Soak the raisins in the rum or apple juice overnight, covered and refrigerated.
Beat the yolks, milk and 4 tbsp. (60 mL) melted butter together. Beat in the flour, sugar and salt, only until combined. Beat the egg whites to stiff peaks and fold into the batter along with the soaked raisins and any liquid left in the bowl with the raisins.
In a two large (10-12 inch or 25-30 cm) preferably non-stick frying pans, melt the 1 tbsp. (15 mL) butter in each pan over medium heat until sizzling. Pour in the batter and when it starts to set, cut and flip sections of the batter with a spatula. Continue cutting and flipping as the batter sets until all the pieces are cooked and lightly browned. Transfer to plates or a platter, sprinkle with icing sugar and serve immediately.
Makes 4 servings.
Coconut Pecan Granola
This is great layered with Greek-style yogurt - lemon or vanilla is good - in a glass so you can see all the layers. The hemp hearts and chia seeds are optional. You can substitute hulled sunflower seeds instead, adding them along with the pumpkin seeds so they get toasted.
3 cups (750 mL) large flake rolled oats
1 cup (250 mL) raw hulled pumpkin seeds
1 cup (250 mL) unsweetened desiccated coconut
1 1/4 cups (225 mL) coarsely chopped raw pecans
1/2 teaspoon (2 mL) sea salt
3/4 cup (180 mL) maple syrup
1/2 cup (125 mL) melted extra-virgin coconut oil, cooled
1 cup (250 mL) dried sour cherries or cranberries
1/4 cup (60 mL) hemp hearts
1/4 cup (60 mL) chia seeds
Preheat the oven to 300 °F (150 °F). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, toss the oats, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, coconut, pecans, and salt together. Add the coconut oil and maple syrup, stirring until the mixture is well coated. Evenly spread the mixture on to the prepared pan. Bake, stirring every 15 minutes or so until the granola is golden brown, about 35-45 minutes. Remove the granola from the oven, and cool completely on a wire rack. Toss with the dried cherries, hemp hearts and chia seeds and store in an airtight container where it will keep for 3 weeks.
Makes approximately 8-10 servings.
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Mitt Romney has either stumbled into or gotten himself into a bit of a "sticky wicket," during his visit to Great Britain. Not only has he managed to offend his hosts, but that Daily Telegraph article. The article, which appeared in one of the U.K.'s leading conservative papers, quoted an unnamed Romney adviser suggesting President Romney would restore the special relationship between the U.S. and U.K., based on a shared "Anglo-Saxon heritage."
In remarks that may prompt accusations of racial insensitivity, one suggested that Mr Romney was better placed to understand the depth of ties between the two countries than Mr Obama, whose father was from Africa.
"We are part of an Anglo-Saxon heritage, and he feels that the special relationship is special," the adviser said of Mr Romney, adding: "The White House didn't fully appreciate the shared history we have".
The Romney campaign has thus far limited its response to distancing itself from the quote and denying its veracity. Though it seems that such an offensive remark would require a much stronger response, the truth is Mitt Romney can't afford too much distance between himself and the ideas behind that quote.
As NYT's Charles M. Blow points out, the "back and forth" has been dizzying. Romney campaign spokesperson Amanda Hennenberg said in a statement, "It's not true. …If anyone said that, they weren't reflecting the views of Governor Romney or anyone inside the campaign." Mitt Romney himself only managed to say, "I don't agree with whoever that adviser is. But I can tell you that we have a very special relationship between the United States and Great Britain. … I also believe the president understands that."
Blow says this is an oddly weak response. If the Telegraph make the whole thing up, or engaged in a bit of creative editing to craft the quote (something that should be easy for the Romney campaign to recognize), then demand a retraction and throw a full-on, all-media hissy fit until you get one. If someone on the campaign spoke without Romney's knowledge or blessing, the obvious thing to do is to find out just who this adviser is and very publicly dismiss him or her. (The Romney campaign has already proven that at the first tine of controversy, it will leave the staffers in question twisting in the wind.)
Frankly, I'm not entirely convinced that the Telegraph fabricated the quote or misquoted some unknown person connected to the Romney campaign. Nor am I convinced that the Romney campaign advisor is entirely unknown to either the Telegraph or the Romney campaign. I think both know quite well who that adviser is, and that's why the paper doesn't seem too bothered by the noise from the Romney Campaign, and why the campaign is stopping short of calling the Telegraph out for false reporting and demanding the paper take it back. Both probably know quite well who the adviser is.
The rest of us can only guess at the identity of the advisor who prattled on to the Telegraph about Romney's "Anglo-Saxon heritage." So, I'll start. My vote goes to W. Cleon Skousen, the Mormon historian whose influence on Romney (as well as great thinkers like Glenn Beck and Rick Perry) — and ideas about that "Anglo-Saxon heritage" have been widely reported.
If Romney hasn't read Skousen's political philosophy, that's probably for the best. His professor's grand theory of American history was founded on a set of beliefs that had little to no basis in reality. He believed that the Founding Fathers were directly direct descendants of the Lost Tribes of Israel, whom he said had migrated to the British Isles—and that by extension, the Constitution was the direct descendant of the ruling system of the ancient Israelites. In Making of America, the textbook that Mickelson referenced in his conversation with Romney, Skousen quotes from an essay which argues that "one of the blessings of slavery" was that slaves' marriages were fleeting, and suggests that being bought at auction improved slaves' self worth. The real victims of slavery, the author suggested, were the white owners. The book also referred to black children as "pickaninnies"—which prompted lawmakers in California to block the text from being used in classrooms. In Skousen's book, the model Supreme Court decision was Dred Scott, which correctly demarcated the limits of federal power; Roger B. Taney, who wrote the majority opinion in that case, was the model Supreme Court justice.
…After his heyday in the 1980s, Skousen faded into irrelevance, only to be resurrected at the dawn of the tea party era. Glenn Beck, who called Skousen's Five Thousand Year Leap "years ahead of its time," made its ideas the centerpiece of his 9/12 movement and wrote the foreword to a new edition of the book. Texas Gov. Rick Perry said that Skousen "shares his views" on the founding of the country and touted him in speeches to evangelical audiences. Constitutional seminars based on Skousen's theories of an Anglo-Saxon chosen people popped up across the country.
Blow accurately identifies why the Romney can't doesn't completely divorce itself from the ideas expressed in the quote from the Telegraph article: they can't afford to, because having those beliefs "out there" and associated with the Romney campaign can only help them.
But as is often the case with this campaign and with the modern Republican Party, Romney's team stopped short of issuing a complete repudiation and demanding a total cleansing of these poisonous ideas from their ranks.
The phrases "if anyone said," and "weren't reflecting the views" are weak and amorphous and don't go far enough towards condemnation.
The reason is simple: the Republican Party benefits from this bitterness. Not all Republicans are intolerant, but the intolerant seem to have found a home under their tent. And instead of chasing the intolerant out, the party turns a blind eye — or worse, gives a full embrace — and counts up their votes.
The Romney campaign, or someone associated with it, may caused a bit of controversy by touting Mitt's Anglo-Saxon credentials, but promising to take back White House for white folks helps the Romney in more ways than one. After all, Romney has a sizable birther constituency to placate and abet as much as he can get away with it. And suggesting that his Anglo-Saxon-ness is one of his qualifications for the presidency is bound to win him points with them, because signals that his definition of "American" is in line wth theirs.
I didn't recognize them at first, when we first met them. Their particular brand of insanity hadn't yet blossomed during the campaign. But the seeds, long planted, were ready and waiting.
They burst through the loamy soil of modern conservatism. They were fertilized all along the campaign trail, actively cultivated by the McCain/Palin campaign. Palin never failed to toss out fresh rhetorical dung during her campaign speeches. The not-so-subtle references to "real America" and "real Americans" (phrases used and defended even in the mainstream media, which helped water the young tendrils of birtherdom as well), and suggestions that Obama just didn't "get" America ANC "real Americans."
That's because their definition of American — and especially "real American" — really means only one thing. And thier insitence on pressing their irredeemably inacurate case, and resolute ignorance of how citizenship works is really flimsy a cover for their ideas on who is and isn't an American or a "real American." In fact, the "Birthers" are the just the most recent example of American conservatism's own brand of "identity politics."
Don't take my word for it. Take the word of Mike Lofgren, a GOP operative who "left the cult."
This legislative assault is moving in a diametrically opposed direction to 200 years of American history, when the arrow of progress pointed toward more political participation by more citizens. Republicans are among the most shrill in self-righteously lecturing other countries about the wonders of democracy; exporting democracy (albeit at the barrel of a gun) to the Middle East was a signature policy of the Bush administration. But domestically, they don't want those people voting.
You can probably guess who those people are. Above all, anyone not likely to vote Republican. As Sarah Palin would imply, the people who are not Real Americans. Racial minorities. Immigrants. Muslims. Gays. Intellectuals. Basically, anyone who doesn't look, think, or talk like the GOP base. This must account, at least to some degree, for their extraordinarily vitriolic hatred of President Obama. I have joked in the past that the main administration policy that Republicans object to is Obama's policy of being black. Among the GOP base, there is constant harping about somebody else, some "other," who is deliberately, assiduously and with malice aforethought subverting the Good, the True and the Beautiful: Subversives. Commies. Socialists. Ragheads. Secular humanists. Blacks. Fags. Feminazis. The list may change with the political needs of the moment, but they always seem to need a scapegoat to hate and fear.
(Juan Cole reminds us that the above may not be much of a stretch for Romney.)
The "legislative assault" Lofgren mentions is the wave of Voter ID laws that have passed in several states, contested in some, and ruled unconstitutional in others. They probably stem from deep-seated white anxiety and outright panic over the political implications of America's changing demographics, these laws have the potential to disenfranchise thousands of voters in 2012, especially low-income and minority voters.
Mitt Romney likes voter ID laws. People who don't like Black people like voter ID laws. As Harold Meyerson points out, that's because of what might happen if Republicans' voter suppression works.
Suppose Mitt Romney ekes out a victory in November by a margin smaller than the number of young and minority voters who couldn't cast ballots because the photo-identification laws enacted by Republican governors and legislators kept them from the polls. What should Democrats do then? What would Republicans do? And how would other nations respond?
…If voter suppression goes forward and Romney narrowly prevails, consider the consequences. An overwhelmingly and increasingly white Republican Party, based in the South, will owe its power to discrimination against black and Latino voters, much like the old segregationist Dixiecrats. It's not that Republicans haven't run voter suppression operations before, but they've been under-the-table dirty tricks, such as calling minority voters with misinformation about polling-place locations and hours. By contrast, this year's suppression would be the intended outcome of laws that Republicans publicly supported, just as the denial of the franchise to Southern blacks before 1965 was the intended result of laws such as poll taxes. More ominous still, by further estranging minority voters, even as minorities constitute a steadily larger share of the electorate, Republicans will be putting themselves in a position where they increasingly rely on only white voters and where their only path to victory will be the continued suppression of minority votes. A cycle more vicious is hard to imagine.
That "vicious cycle" could be the GOP's answer to its "white man problem". No need to worry about being too "old, white, and fat." Just make sure that only the "right people" vote. Voila! Demographic suicide averted.
Great for the GOP, as Meyerson notes. Not so great for America, though.
It's also not a cycle calculated to endear America to the rest of the world. The United States abolished electoral apartheid in the 1960s for reasons that were largely moral but were also geopolitical. Eliminating segregation and race-specific voting helped our case against the Soviets during the Cold War, particularly among the emerging nations of Asia and Africa. It's not likely that many, anywhere, would favorably view what is essentially a racially based restriction of the franchise. China might well argue that our commitment to democracy is a sham.
It's just crazy enough to work. But, as Blow concludes, it's a short-term gain and along term loss.
The problem with courting or even countenancing the fringe is that it's an incredibly short-sighted strategy. With every new gaffe the gulf between the Republican Party and our ever-diversifying nation grows.
As The Atlantic's Max Fisher pointed out, assuming that the term Anglo-Saxon is a "colloquialism for the English people":
In the 2000 U.S. census, only 8.7 percent of Americans identify their ancestry as English, which is ranked fourth behind German, Irish, and African-American.
The bipartisan National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials Educational Fund projects that in November the Latino vote will be almost 26 percent higher than it was in 2008. That would be a staggering increase.
No amount of corporate money and voter suppression can hold back the demographic tide washing over this country. As each of these gaffes further reaffirms the Republican Party's hostility to minorities, the shorter the party's lifespan becomes.
Meanwhile, the rest of the country gets dragged through the nightmare scenario Meyerson laid out.
Conservatives just might succeed in turning back time.
The founders' greatest genius was creating a system of government not limited by their own individual imaginations. They may not have been able to imagine the complexities of financial instruments like derivatives or a financial sector that would wreak all manner of economic havoc with them, but they didn't prohibit us from dealing with either. They may not have been able to imagine an energy industry capable of spilling millions of barrels of oil, but they did not bar us from regulating those industries in order to protect "the general welfare."
The founders probably couldn't have imagined a lot about our present, but they provided for it. Understanding that the document they crafted was not a terminal document, they provided a process — however imperfect — that made all kinds of changes possible. From Barack Obama's presidency to Bachmann's seat in Congress.
That's what conservatives would like to undo. If they could turn back time.
Securing the Anglo-Saxon vote is just the beginning.

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- The 2014 Big Ten football season will be one of firsts. The conference will welcome new members, Maryland and Rutgers, into the fold and will change from the current Legends and Leaders Division format to East and West. On Thursday, the Big Ten announced the conference schedule for that historic season.The Badgers will open their first conference season as a member of the West Division with a road game against division rival Northwestern on Oct. 4. Another West Division foe, Illinois, will visit Camp Randall Stadium on Oct. 11.Following a bye on Oct. 18, UW will face the two newest Big Ten members in back-to-back weeks. Maryland will make its first visit to Madison on Oct. 25 followed by the Badgers travelling to play Rutgers for the first time in school history on Nov. 1. Wisconsin will close the season with four straight games against West Division foes. The Badgers are at Purdue on Nov. 8 and home against Nebraska on Nov. 15. UW then finishes the season with two trophy games, playing at Iowa for the Heartland Trophy on Nov. 22 and hosting Minnesota in the Battle for Paul Bunyan's Axe on Nov. 29.The 2014 Big Ten Football Championship game will be held on Dec. 6 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
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Despite the quickly dropping temperatures and the dwindling daylight, autumn is my favorite season. Pumpkin is a big reason. I'm a forever fan of this orange gourd, and judging by bakeries and coffee shops this time of year, I'm not alone. If you're pro-pumpkin and looking for a way to celebrate the season, why not throw a pumpkin party? Here's a table and a menu inspired by this star squash.
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First waterfowl seasons just days away
The long wait is nearly over. Oklahoma waterfowlers across Oklahoma have September 11 circled on their calendars.
"We've already been hearing some good reports of teal beginning to move through," said Mike O'Meilia, migratory game bird biologist for the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation.
Bluewing and greenwing teal are the first ducks to migrate through Oklahoma each fall and a little scouting can go a long way in improving your hunting success.
"We've gotten quite a bit of rain this summer, so many of our wetlands are in great shape throughout the state. It should be a great season, but the important thing is to get out there and go," O'Meilia said.
Teal prefer shallow water and rely on tender vegetation to provide fuel for their long journey. Large migrations can occur through the state as the days grow shorter and northern cool fronts give hunters the first taste of fall. Hunters will have the opportunity to pursue the small birds September 11-19 as they migrate southward on their traditional journey to wintering grounds in Mexico and Central and South America. Many teal are also available for harvest in later waterfowl seasons.
As an added bonus, the resident goose season (Sept. 11-20) opens the same day as teal season. Sportsmen in the right place could have the chance at bagging both species in Oklahoma, all in the same day.
Flocks of localized non-migratory Canada geese can be found in many areas throughout the state and for the past four years sportsmen have had the opportunity to harvest the big birds. Sportsmen will meet with more success if they spend some time scouting and patterning the birds' movements before the hunt. Many localized flocks of Canada geese frequent municipal water supply reservoirs, golf course ponds and other water bodies within city limits, so hunters should check with municipal authorities for information regarding lands open to hunting.
To participate in the fall teal or resident goose season, you need a resident or non-resident Oklahoma hunting license, an Oklahoma waterfowl hunting stamp, a federal duck stamp and a Harvest Information Program (HIP) permit available free at www.wildifedepartment.com or available for $3.00 from any license dealer. For complete regulations, consult the "2004-05 Oklahoma Hunting Guide" or log ontowww.wildlifedepartment.com.
Oklahoma Aquarium offers discounts for hunters and anglers
It pays to be a hunter or angler - at least it does at the Oklahoma Aquarium in Jenks.
Hunters and anglers who show their Oklahoma hunting or fishing license at the Aquarium will receive $2 off the regular admission price every Tuesday through the end of the year.
The Aquarium is quickly gaining a reputation as a top destination spot in northeast Oklahoma. The Aquarium, located along the bank of the Arkansas River in Jenks, features 200 exhibits, including a 400,000-gallon shark tank. The facility also showcases many of Oklahoma's native fish species, including the current state record flathead catfish.
Anglers will want to be sure to visit the Karl and Beverly White National Fishing Tackle Museum located at the Aquarium. The Museum houses an historic collection of over 20,000 antique lures and tackle pieces. The $4 million collection is the most complete and comprehensive collections of vintage fishing tackle in existence.
The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation's Tulsa-area offices are located at the Aquarium complex.
"We encourage everyone who comes by the Aquarium to stop in and see us," said Colin Berg, education supervisor for the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation. "Visitors can stop in and pick up a Hunting Guide, buy a fishing license or find out about other Department services."
For more information about the Oklahoma Aquarium call (918) 296-FISH (3474), or go to their Web site at www.okaquarium.org
The Oklahoma Aquarium is open daily 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Tuesdays until 9:00 p.m. General Admission prices are $12.95 for adults, $10.95 for seniors and military (I.D. required) and $8.95 for youth (ages 3-12). Children under three are admitted free.
Department schedules pre-employment exam
The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation will hold a standardized pre-employment examination Friday, Sept. 24, at the Tom Steed Development Center Auditorium at Rose State College.
The exam is for individuals seeking employment as fisheries or wildlife biologists, game wardens, hatchery managers, technicians and information and education specialists. It will cover state and federal wildlife laws and regulations, Oklahoma geography, biological and environmental sciences relating to fish and wildlife, environmental education and journalism.
Individuals may take the exam once in a 12-month period, and test scores are valid for 12 months from the test date. Applications for employment will be sent to individuals with the top 25 scores. Taking the exam does not guarantee employment, nor does the exam necessarily indicate the Department currently has openings. Interviews will be scheduled only when an opening is available.
The Tom Steed Development Center Auditorium is north of Interstate 40 at the intersection of I-40 and Hudiburg Rd. in Midwest City. The doors will close promptly at 10 a.m. Those arriving after 10 a.m. will not be permitted to take the exam. The free exam is open to anyone who meets the education requirements for the tested positions.
For more information about the exam or hiring process, contact the Wildlife Department's Human Resources office at (405) 521-4640 or check the Department's Web site atwww.wildlifedepartment.com
August quail roadside survey tabulated
Although roadside bobwhite quail surveys conducted in August showed a slight decrease of five percent over the 14-year average, all indications point to a good season for Oklahoma quail hunters.
"It's been an unusual year. The spring was relatively warm and dry, but the summer was cool and wet. In fact, the high growth of vegetation made it difficult for biologists to see the quail on their surveys," said Mike Sams, upland bird biologist for the Department. "The October counts should provide some more clarity about this fall's quail population. It is still early, but there is no reason right now for hunters not to have good expectations about the upcoming quail season."
Mild summers are often associated with good quail production which has been the common assertion of landowners and field biologists.
"Cover conditions are being reported as good to excellent across Oklahoma which might explain the modest survey results," Sams said. "We have also had quite a few reports of late season hatches and results of the August survey generally don't include quail broods that hatch late in the productive season. Veteran quail hunters know that a successful second hatch often determines the difference between an average and good quail season."
Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation biologists have conducted the roadside surveys during both August and October for the past 15 years. The surveys, which consist of 20-mile routes, give biologists an index of quail abundance. Observers count the number of quail seen to provide an index of quail abundance and reproductive success. There are 83 routes with at least one route in every county except for Tulsa and Oklahoma counties.
Running Nov. 13, 2004 - Feb.15, 2005, quail season is one of the most popular events in the state, drawing hunters from all over the nation to enjoy some of America's finest bird hunting. For complete August roadside survey data, log onto www.wildlifedepartment.com.
Waterfowl season dates set at meeting
At its September meeting, the Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Commission approved 2004-2005 duck and goose hunting season dates and daily limits. The seasons and daily limits will be similar to last year, with most of the state enjoying a 74-day duck season and six-bird daily limit.
In zone 1 (most of northwest Oklahoma), the first split of the duck season will open Oct. 30 and run through Dec. 12, with the second split beginning Dec. 18 and running through Jan. 16, 2005. Youth waterfowl hunting days in zone 1 will be Oct. 23 and 24.
In zone 2, the duck season splits will be Nov. 13 through Dec. 12 and Dec. 18 through Jan. 30, 2005. Youth waterfowl hunting days in zone 2 will be Nov. 6 and 7.
Panhandle counties will offer the longest duck season. It will open Oct. 9 and close Jan. 12, 2005. Youth waterfowl dates for the panhandle will be Oct. 2 and 3.
The statewide Canada goose season will run from Nov. 6 through Dec. 12 and Dec. 18 through Feb. 13, 2005. The season for white-fronted geese will run Nov. 6 through Dec. 12 and Dec. 18 through Feb. 4, 2005. The regular season for light geese (snows, blues and Ross') will run Nov. 6 through Dec. 12 and Dec. 18 through Feb. 13.
Hunters should consult the "2004-2005 Waterfowl Hunting Guide" for complete hunting regulations and license requirements. Waterfowl Guides will be available by Oct. 1 at hunting and fishing license dealers statewide or hunters can obtain complete regulation information from the Wildlife Department's Web site at www.wildlifedepartment.com.
In other business, Commissioners received an update on fish and wildlife habitat improvements that have begun at Grand Lake. The Wildlife Department, the Grand River Dam Authority and the Oklahoma Water Resources Board recently began a three-year project to increase native aquatic vegetation in the lake as part of a federal order to make up for lost habitat when the lake was impounded decades ago and ongoing impacts of hydropower operations.
The aquatic vegetation project will cost $120,000 per year, and is only the first of many projects slated for the $2 million that has been earmarked for fish and wildlife habitat improvements at Grand Lake. A native plant nursery is being created at the Department's Porter Office and more than a dozen species of native aquatic plants have been stocked at five sites in the Honey Creek and Horse Creek arms of the Lake.
Aquatic vegetation provides important cover for fish fry, allowing more fish to survive to catchable sizes. Native plants also provide important food sources for migrating waterfowl stabilize shoreline erosion and improve water quality.
The Wildlife Commission voted to advertise for sealed bids to lease mineral interests on two tracts of Department-owned land, one 40-acre tract in McIntosh County and one 11-acre tract in Atoka County.
Commissioners held their meeting at the newly constructed Durant State Fish Hatchery office in Caddo, Oklahoma. The largest of the Department's four fish hatcheries, Durant has 83 fish culture ponds, two inter-linked water supply reservoirs totaling 100 acres and a new 4,300-sq. ft. office building constructed last fall.
The Durant Hatchery annually produces some 6 million fish and its main fish production program emphasizes Florida-strain largemouth bass, channel catfish and forage species used to feed larger brood fish. Fish from Durant are stocked statewide and have produced numerous state records, including the current state record largemouth bass, which weighed 14 pounds, 11 ounces, and was caught in 1999 at Broken Bow Lake.
The Commission's next regular meeting will be Oct. 4 at the Wildlife Department's headquarters in Oklahoma City.
The summer that never was
Each spring Oklahomans brace for the coming bone-dry heat of summer and last May it looked liked it was going to be a real doozy of a summer.
However, the summer we've come to expect never quite materialized. "It's
probably going to get really hot and stop raining here in a couple of weeks,"
was the talk at cafes, co-ops and water coolers around the state. But it never
did get that hot and seemed liked it rained at least every other week.
And these aren't the speculations of amateur meteorologists. The summer of 2004 was the fifth coolest and the 13th wettest summer on record according to the Oklahoma Climatological Survey which has been keeping track of such things since 1895.
With the exception of the agricultural community, there are not many more Oklahoma citizens who keep their eyes to the sky more than hunters and anglers.
"Of course, weather can play a big part in the state's wildlife populations. You know a lot of times we focus on what the weather is on opening day of quail season, but in reality it's the previous six months that play the biggest role in the state's quail population," said Alan Peoples, wildlife chief for the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation.
According Peoples, the mild summer translates to abundant food and cover for wildlife.
"It would be hard to find something bad to say about this summer's weather. It should be a good production year for quail and turkeys. Antler development and fawn growth should be good and many of the state's wetlands are in great shape for migrating waterfowl this fall," Peoples said.
Obviously, birds and mammals aren't the only ones who have benefited.
"It's been a good year for many of the state's fish populations. High waters provide good nursery habitat for young fish and many of our farm ponds are fuller than they have been in years," said Barry Bolton, assistant chief of fisheries for the Wildlife Department. "This summer has really been good for anglers too. There are some fisherman who would be out there if it was 110 degrees, but most of us prefer more mild temperatures and you would be hard-pressed to have picked a bad day to go fishing this summer."
There is certainly no crystal ball to foresee what the weather will bring in the next few months, but Oklahoma's inhabitants – both human and wild - have certainly enjoyed a fantastic summer.
Duck and goose hunters – mark your calendars
Dates have been set for Oklahoma's upcoming waterfowl season and waterfowl hunters across the state can look forward to another lengthy season.
Oklahoma's waterfowl season will remain essentially the same as last year. Many duck species experienced slight declines this year but are still above their long-term average, allowing for a liberal season and daily limits.
Duck Zone 1, which takes in most of northwest Oklahoma, will have a split season. The first half runs Oct. 30 - Dec. 12, and the second split runs Dec. 18 - Jan 16. Canvasback/pintail season will run from Oct. 30 to Dec. 7.
The rest of the state, except for the panhandle, is in Duck Zone 2, which will also have a split season. The first half runs Nov. 13 - Dec. 12, and the second half will run Dec. 18 - Jan. 30. The canvasback/pintail season will run from Dec. 23 to Jan. 30.
In the panhandle, the season will run continuously from Oct. 9 - Jan. 12. The canvasback/pintail season will run from Oct. 9 to Nov. 16.
Hunters will be allowed a daily limit of six ducks combined, no more than five of which can be mallards. Of those, only two mallards may be hens. Only three scaup, two wood ducks, two redheads may be included in the daily limit. There is a shortened season on pintails and canvasbacks with a daily limit of one pintail and one canvasback during the specified time period in each of the established duck seasons.
The Canada goose season will be split again this year with the first half running from Nov. 6 - Dec. 12, and the second split running from Dec. 18 - Feb. 13. The daily limit will be three birds. The split season on white-fronted geese will run Nov. 6 - Dec. 12, and Dec. 18 - Feb. 4. The daily limit will be two birds.
The season on light geese (snow, blue and Ross') will be split as well. The first split will run Nov. 6 - Dec. 12, and the second split will run Dec. 18 - Feb. 13. The daily limit will be 20 birds. Oklahoma hunters can also participate in the Conservation Order Light Goose Season (COLGS). This special hunting opportunity to help reduce overabundant light geese will occur Feb. 14 - March 31. There will be no daily or possession limits on snow, blue and Ross' geese and hunters planning on participating in the COLGS should register with the Department through wildlifedepartment.com.
Sandhill crane season will be from Oct. 30 – Jan. 30, west of I-35 only. The daily limit will be three birds.
Youth waterfowl hunting weekends will be offered in all zones this year. The youth waterfowl hunting weekend will be Oct. 23-24 in Zone I, Nov. 6-7 in Zone 2 and Oct. 2-3 in the panhandle.
Hunters can log on to www.wildlifedepartment.com to check out the latest wetland status reports. Once the season begins, periodic waterfowl reports are also available at the Department's Web site.
Hunters who wish to participate in the waterfowl season must have a resident or non-resident hunting license, a 2004 Federal Duck Stamp, and unless exempt, a 2004 Oklahoma Waterfowl License and a Harvest Information Program Permit. The federal duck stamp costs $15 and is available at U.S. Post Offices. Hunters should also pick up a new Harvest Information Permit (HIP) the permits are available free of charge at wildlifedepartment.com or for $3 at license vendors across the state. Hunters pursuing sandhill cranes must also purchase a separate sandhill crane hunting permit,
For more specific information on rules and regulations regarding waterfowl hunting in Oklahoma, pick up a copy of the "2004-05 Oklahoma Waterfowl Hunting Guide." The Guides will soon be available at Department installations or license vendors statewide or on the Department's Web site at www.wildlifedepartment.com.
Golden alga causes fish kill at Altus City Lake
Fisheries biologists have corralled a golden alga bloom at Altus City Lake – at least for now. A toxic bloom of the alga killed thousands of fish recently in a 22-acre portion of the southwestern Oklahoma municipal lake.
"Fortunately, the area was small enough and we were able to treat it and keep the golden alga from spreading and killing even more fish," said Larry Cofer, southwest region fisheries supervisor for the Wildlife Department.
Golden alga has caused massive fish kills on Texas lakes in recent years and a minor fish kill on Lake Texoma late last spring. Blooms from the aquatic plant produce a toxin that is deadly to fish. It is not a health threat to humans, other wildlife or livestock.
In cooperation with the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality and officials from the Wildlife Department, City of Altus personnel treated the Altus City Lake with ammonium sulfate to hinder the spread of the golden alga. Fisheries biologists spread the chemical at a specific dose in order to kill the alga while minimizing the harm to fish.
"It looks like it has worked. The most recent water tests showed no golden algae in Altus City Lake, and our sampling showed that we saved quite a few fish. Now we just have to hope it doesn't come back," Cofer said. "Most importantly we were able to stop or at least slow down the spread of this dangerous alga. This treatment will also help us further our knowledge for possible future treatments in case it turns up in other small lakes."
Water samples were taken from waters located both above and below the lake, according to Cofer. All tests came back negative except for a sample taken from the western portion of Altus City Lake. Altus City Lake actually has two reservoirs (22 acres and 100 acres) divided by a road.
Cofer along with other aquatic resource biologists from around the state are continuing to monitor the golden alga status in Oklahoma. The Oklahoma Golden Alga Response Team (OGART) was formed to unify these efforts. Made up of a diverse group of state, federal and educational organizations, the Team is working to devise efficient and effective plans to respond to potential golden alga fish kills. The Team is also looking for proactive solutions to potential future golden alga blooms.
To learn more about golden alga log on to http://www.wildlifedepartment.com. The site includes a wide variety of information about harmful golden alga blooms, including scientific research updates, frequently asked questions and up-to-date news.
Anglers who observe fish dying in a particular area of an Oklahoma lake can report their observations to the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation's Fisheries Division at (405) 521-3721.
Statewide meetings set to discuss quail program and season outlook
With quail season quickly approaching the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC) will be holding public meetings to discuss efforts and future directions in restoring Oklahoma's bobwhite quail.
"We are really excited about new landowner incentives to help restore bobwhite quail habitat," said Mike Sams, upland game biologist for the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation. "With greater financial support many landowners can now finally start executing habitat improvement plans and get the ball rolling toward on-the-ground restoration."
While restoration efforts for deer, ducks and turkey have been largely successful, quail restoration presents a unique set of challenges. To date habitat restoration is the only means identified by science to provide long-term solutions to quail restoration. A variety of land-use trends have destroyed or isolated quail habitat throughout Oklahoma.
The ODWC is sponsoring the series of public meetings to inform landowners about several habitat incentive programs, including the Farm Bill's new Bobwhite Buffers Initiative.
"We are excited about our new direction in quail restoration and will detail a variety of programs and efforts at these meetings," said Sams. "Specifically, the Bobwhite Buffers Initiative will pay farmers an enrollment bonus, restoration cost and annual rental payments to restore native grass buffers around their agriculture fields. We will also outline the very latest scientific computer modeling that we will use to enhance restoration efforts."
In addition, both hunters and landowners will also be able to hear a report on this year's quail forecast. All meetings will run from 7-9 p.m.
Following is a list of scheduled meetings:
|Sept. 20
Elk City
Carnegie Hall
215 W. Broadway
Sept. 21
Sept. 28
Sept. 30
Oct. 6
Oct. 7
|Oct. 11
Tulsa Tech, Riverside Campus
801 E. 91st Street
Oct. 12
Oct. 18
Oct. 19
Oct. 27
Oct. 28
Teachers and students eligible to win hunts and great outdoor prizes
The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC) and Oklahoma Station Chapter Safari Club International (OSCSCI) are looking for Oklahoma's top conservation minded students and teachers. Through a youth writing contest and teacher application, OSCSI and ODWC will reward a state teacher and several students with trips of a lifetime.
"There's some really great prizes offered through this contest. In fact, I wish they had this contest when I was a kid," said Colin Berg, education supervisor for the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation.
The theme of the contest is "Hunting: Sharing the Heritage" and students in the 11-14 age category are competing for an all expense paid trip to the Apprentice Hunter Program at the YO Ranch in Mountain Home, Texas. The Safari Club International's Apprentice Hunters' Program is a unique, hands-on experience which covers a wide range of topics including; the ethical basis of modern sport hunting, wildlife management, field identification, and wild game cooking. The Oklahoma Station Chapter Safari Club International will provide travel reimbursements to attend the weeklong course.
Winners in the 15-17 age category will receive an all-expense-paid guided antelope hunt in New Mexico. Funding for the trips, including a full shoulder taxidermy mount, is provided by the Oklahoma Station Chapter Safari Club International.
"Not only are there some great prizes, this contest offers teachers a innovative way to get students to write about two of the things they enjoy the most – their families and their hunting adventures," Berg added.
The four statewide winners and their legal guardians will be invited to Oklahoma City to attend an awards ceremony in March. In addition, the top 25 essay entrants will receive a one-year youth membership to Safari Club International. The winning student essays will be published in the OSCSCI newsletter Safari Trails. Publication qualifies the winning entries for the National Youth Writing Contest sponsored by the Outdoor Writers Association of America. Several past winners have come from Oklahoma.
Students aren't the only ones eligible to win. A conservation education scholarship is also available for educators. One teacher will be awarded an all-expenses-paid scholarship for an eight-day conservation education school at Safari Club International's American Wilderness Leadership School (AWLS) at Granite Ranch near Jackson, Wyoming.
The AWLS program is conducted during the summer and presents an outdoor program for educators, which concentrates on natural resource management. Participants learn about stream ecology, map and compass, language arts and creative writing in an outdoor setting, fly tying, shooting sports, wildlife management, the Yellowstone ecosystem, camping, white-water rafting, educational resources and how to implement outdoor education ideas. Lodging, meals and training materials will be provided by Oklahoma Station Chapter Safari Club International. The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation will cover transportation to Jackson, Wyoming.
Both the essay contest rules and scholarship applications are available from the Department's Web sitewww.wildlifedepartment.com. Essays and applications must be postmarked no later than Nov. 24, 2004, or delivered by 5:00 p.m. Nov. 24, 2004, in person to the Department of Wildlife's Jenks Office at 201 Aquarium Drive, in Jenks. Address entries to: Essay Contest, Education Section Supervisor, ODWC Jenks Office, PO Box 1201, Jenks, OK 74037.
Wetland status reports available on the Internet
Waterfowl seasons are quickly approaching and wetland status reports are now available on the Department's Web site atwww.wildlifedepartment.com.
"We have had a relatively wet summer so many of our wetlands are in great shape across the state. Conditions can change quickly on these areas, but the reports should give people a good idea of the current status of the wetland," said Alan Stacey, wetland development biologist for the Department. "Hopefully, these reports will be a useful tool as they prepare for the upcoming waterfowl seasons."
Wetland development units are managed by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation and are funded through sales of Oklahoma waterfowl licenses. Wetland status reports include the size of the area, the percent of the unit that is flooded, as well as forage conditions.
In addition, maps of the wetland development units, waterfowl hunting zone maps, waterfowl reports during the season and more are available on the Internet athttp://www.wildlifedepartment.com. For complete details pick up a copy of the "2004-2005 Oklahoma Waterfowl Hunting Guide" available soon at hunting license vendors statewide, or log onto www.wildlifedepartment.com to read the Waterfowl Guide online.
Youth waterfowl hunts offered
Oklahoma youngsters age 12 to 15 have an opportunity to apply for special controlled waterfowl hunts sponsored by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation.
The hunts are designed to provide youth who do not have an adult mentor who waterfowl hunts an opportunity to experience the traditions of waterfowling.
Youth hunters will be randomly drawn from a list of applicants for each hunting area. Applicants must be 12 to 15 years of age, have proof of successfully completing a certified hunter education course, and have an adult guardian who can accompany them on the hunt.
A Wildlife Department employee will accompany each youth and their adult guardian for the controlled waterfowl hunt at one of several Department managed areas. Only the youth hunter will be allowed to hunt.
Each youth applicant and their guardian may apply only once and must provide the following information on a 3x5 postcard to be eligible for the drawing: names, addresses, telephone numbers, youth's hunter education number, the name of the desired hunt location and two alternate hunt locations where they would like to hunt. The specific date of the hunt will be coordinated with successful applicants after the drawing.
Applications must be received by October 20, 2004 and should be mailed to the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, Youth Waterfowl Hunts, P.O. Box 53465, Oklahoma City, OK 73152. Successful applicants will be notified by October 27, 2004.
The Wildlife Department will provide successful applicants the necessary nontoxic shotgun shells and a 20 gauge single shot shotgun will be available for use if the youth does not have his or her own shotgun.
The following is a list of the scheduled hunt locations.
Ft. Gibson Refuge
Webbers Falls Refuge
Wister Lake Refuge
Vann's Lake - Wagoner Co.
Canton Lake
Hackberry Flat
Okmulgee WMA
Ft. Cobb Lake Refuge
Lincoln County Wetland
Archery season coming soon
Believe it or not the annual kick-off of Oklahoma deer seasons is just around the corner.
The first of Oklahoma's big game seasons, the archery deer season is one of the most popular activities available to Oklahoma hunters. The season runs non-stop, from Oct. 1 to Jan. 15, allowing more than 100 days of hunting opportunity.
According to Mike Shaw, wildlife research supervisor for the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, archery hunters have plenty to look forward to this fall.
"Right now, there's no reason why we shouldn't have another great archery season," Shaw said. "Both the amount and quality of forage available to deer is excellent and that will have a positive effect on body weight and antler growth, as well as the deer's overall health going into the winter."
Shaw added, that deer hunters may want to do some additional scouting this fall. Picking a good stand may be particularly important this year as deer may not have to travel far to a good food source.
During the 2003 archery deer seasons, bowhunters harvested 13,326 white-tailed deer. The archery harvest contributed 13 percent of the total deer harvest.
Before heading afield, be sure to pick up a copy of the "2004-2005 Oklahoma Hunting Guide" available at all license dealer locations.
Hunters can also find updated check station locations, season dates, and a wealth of other information by logging on to the Department's web page at wildlifedepartment.com.
Fourth annual BioBlitz reveals diverse life in Okmulgee County
The 24-hour, rapid biological inventory at the Fourth Annual BioBlitz unveiled 1,160 different species of plant and animal life present at Dripping Springs/Okmulgee State Park and the Wildlife Department's Okmulgee Wildlife Management Area. The Oklahoma Biological Survey hosted the event, which had 186 volunteer biologists, students and educators stirring up life hidden in crevices, under leaves, in the dirt and around trees.
This was State Park Manager Roger Wyrick's first experience with a BioBlitz. The scientific expertise of the volunteers and excitement of the visitors impressed him.
"Kids and people that had never been to the park were here to see what was being discovered. It was fun working with the biologists, and it answered a lot of personal questions I had about what was in the park," Wyrick said.
Volunteers swept nets through vegetation to scoop insects. Metal boxes, the shape and size of Velveeta cheese boxes, caught rodents. People with long metal sticks, bare hands and pillowcases roamed the area catching snakes and lizards. Many of the animals collected were brought to base camp for public display.
Display tables caught the attention of families swimming in the lake. Children and adults peered into glass tanks holding soft-shell turtles, fence lizards and collared lizards. White-footed mice burrowed into one tank's corner. Other tanks held venomous snakes such as copperheads, pigmy rattlesnakes and water moccasins. Yet others contained non-venomous species such as the speckled king snake, ribbon snake, and common water snake.
The event fosters awareness about the diverse number of living things in Oklahoma. It also adds to the general scientific knowledge of what species occur in an area according to Caryn Vaughn, director of the Oklahoma Biological Survey at the University of Oklahoma.
"It was a great year," Vaughn said. "Not only was the participation incredible, but we verified the presence of five mammal species and 159 plant species previously unreported for Okmulgee County."
Ken Hobson, a volunteer BioBlitz collector and faculty lecturer at the University of Oklahoma, felt this was the most successful BioBlitz to date. Hobson, an entomologist (someone who studies insects) was thrilled to have faculty and students from eight different universities helping inventory invertebrates.
Insect collectors poured over field guides and magnifying glasses to identify collected species before the 24-hour period ended. Collectors identified 450 separate insect species. This figure didn't come as a surprise to Hobson however. Hobson said insects are the most abundant life forms on earth and account for 75 percent of animal life forms.
Observing, collecting and peering closely at invertebrates was a metaphorical and literal "day in the park" for the invertebrate team of volunteers.
"Insect collection is infectious," Hobson said. "You don't realize how exciting it is until you start to do it. The BioBlitz helps to reawaken people's natural affinity and enthusiasm for enjoying and observing insects."
Visitors passing by the invertebrate table had the opportunity to gaze upon living centipedes and tarantulas as well as display cases of butterflies, dragonflies, bees and beetles. Some visitors peered through microscopes to view tiny, obtuse-shaped diatoms collected from the park's lake. A biologist stood by to explain that "a diatom is a type of algae, and its cell wall is made up of silica-dioxide, the components of glass."
In addition to visitors dropping by the event, the BioBlitz education team taught more than 300 fourth and fifth grade students about local plants and animals. Lizabeth Ogle, a naturalist instructor at the Oklahoma City Zoo, found the kids' energy contagious.
"The kids were so excited it made the learning and teaching fun," Ogle said. "The BioBlitz is a great way to help adults and kids discover what's in their own backyard. It creates a tangible excitement about the living diversity in Oklahoma."
State duck stamp contest deadline nears
Entries for the 2005 Oklahoma Waterfowl Stamp design competition will be accepted through 4:30 p.m. October 29.
The snow goose is the waterfowl species selected for the 2005-2006 Oklahoma Waterfowl Stamp. All artists must depict this species, and any habitat appearing in the design must be typical for the snow goose in Oklahoma.
The winning art will be printed on the 2005-2006 stamp, which is required of all waterfowl hunters 16 years of age and older, with the exception of landowners hunting on their own land, lifetime hunting or combination license holders and senior citizen hunting or combination license holders.
Duck stamp sales help finance many projects that not only benefit waterfowl, but also several non-game species. Since the duck stamp program began in 1980, thousands of acres of wetland habitat have been enhanced through duck stamp revenues.
Artwork may be of acrylic, oil, watercolor, scratchboard, pencil, pen and ink, tempera or any other two-dimensional media. The illustration must be horizontal, 6 1/2 inches high and 9 inches wide. It must be matted with white mat board 9 inches high by 12 inches wide with the opening cut precisely 6 1/2-by-9. Artwork should not be framed or under glass, but an acetate covering should be used to protect the art.
Entries should be sent to the Duck Stamp Competition Coordinator, Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, P.O. Box 53465, Oklahoma City, OK 73152.
Entries will be judged on anatomical accuracy, artistic composition and suitability for printing. The winner and three honorable mentions will appear in a future issue of "Outdoor Oklahoma" magazine.
A non-refundable entry fee of $20 (cash, money order or cashier's check) must accompany each entry. No entries will be accepted after 4:30 p.m. Oct. 29.
The winning artist will receive a purchase award of $1,200 and 50 prints (special artist's proof editions) of the design if the Department makes such a reproduction. The winning entry will become the sole and exclusive property of the Wildlife Department. The winning artist will be required to sign and number a minimum of 25 prints, if the Department makes such reproductions.
For more information about the contest call (405) 521-3856.
Department to hold equipment auction
The public is invited to attend the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation's surplus auction to be held Saturday, Oct. 2, at 9 a.m. at Lake Burtschi near Chickasha.
"There is a wide variety of equipment that will be available for bid," said Johnny Hill, property manager for the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation. "We're going to sell everything as is to the highest bidder."
More than 100 items will be available at the event, including a large diesel trenching machine, three four-wheel drive trucks, two ATVs, a Ford 6600 tractor, nine boats and numerous boat motors. For those not looking for large items, there is also plenty to choose from including, fishing reels, office supplies, computer hardware, and much more.
For more information about the auction call (405) 521-4600 or for a complete list of auction items, log on to wildlifedepartment.com. The sale will start promptly at 9:00 a.m. at the Lake Burtschi Wildlife Department office, located 11 miles west of Chickasha on SH 92. Items may be inspected Oct. 1 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. In case of rain the sale will be held Oct. 3, same time and same place.
Farm Bill changes to benefit playa lakes
Playa lakes are getting long-deserved attention thanks to a recent push for more wetlands protection under the Farm Bill.
President Bush recently directed the U.S. Department of Agriculture to implement the new Wetlands Restoration Initiative. The initiative aims to restore up to 250,000 acres of wetlands and playa lakes through the Farm Bill's Conservation Reserve Program (CRP). The initiative marks the first time playa lakes have been specifically targeted for protection through the Farm Bill.
"We are extremely pleased about this move and what it will mean for playa lakes," said Mike Carter, Playa Lakes Joint Venture (PLJV) Coordinator.
The initiative will allow more playas and other large wetland areas to be enrolled in the CRP. Previously, only wetlands that fell within the 100-year floodplain or sites less than 40 acres were eligible for the program.
"In addition to the dollars provided for playas, we now have a Farm Bill program that mentions playas specifically by name," Carter said. "We are very happy about that."
Playa lakes are primarily found in the panhandle counties and Oklahoma has been allocated 1,500 acres for playa enrollment. Payments will include: a wetland restoration incentive payment, an annual rental payment, and cost-share assistance of up to 50 percent of eligible practice costs to restore and enhance the playa project.
Sign up will begin October 1 and will run on a continuous basis until 250,000 acres have been enrolled or December 31, 2007 - whichever comes first. Interested landowners should contact their local Farm Service Agency (FSA) office to enroll.
Playa lakes are shallow, seasonal wetlands that are scattered throughout the High Plains and are crucial to sustaining the region's wildlife and water. Annually, millions of waterfowl, cranes, shorebirds and grassland bird species utilize playas throughout the year. Playa lakes are also the primary source of recharge for the Ogallala Aquifer which supplies the majority of the region's water.
Because playa lakes are dry much of the year, many people do not recognize them as wetlands. But the wet-dry cycle of playas is a natural function of the wetlands. The seasonality of playas produces diverse vegetation which supports all types of birds - waterfowl, shorebirds, waterbirds and grassland species alike.
The Playa Lakes Joint Venture is a partnership of the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation and other state and federal wildlife agencies, conservation groups and private industry. The venture is dedicated to protecting playa lakes for the benefit of birds, other wildlife and people in the High Plains. Since its inception in 1989, PLJV partners have raised in excess of $50 million to conserve more than 100,000 acres of wildlife habitat.
For more information on playa lakes, visit the PLJV web site: www.pljv.org.
Waterfowl hunting guides available
`It is time once again to pick up a copy of the new "2004-05 Oklahoma Waterfowl Hunting Guide." The Guide, available at license vendors around the state, gives hunters all the information they need to know about upcoming waterfowling opportunities.
Duck and goose hunters will have ample opportunity to pursue migrating birds in marshes and fields all across the state. Located in the heart of the Central Flyway, Oklahoma offers hunters a chance to harvest a wide variety of both ducks and geese.
The 2004-2005 Oklahoma waterfowl dates and bag limits remain essentially the same as the last few years and young hunters can get an early start during the youth waterfowl days, see the guide for complete details.
Waterfowl hunters should be sure to pick up a new state and federal waterfowl stamp and a new Migratory Bird Harvest Information Program (HIP) permit before the season begins. The HIP permits are required of all migratory bird hunters in the United States. Data collected from the surveys help state and federal migratory bird biologists to improve migratory bird management, better gauge bird harvests and hunter numbers. The permits are available for free at wildlifedepartment.com or they may be purchased for $3 at license vendors.
All waterfowl hunters age 16 or older are required to purchase the Federal Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp ($15 at U.S. Post Offices). Every resident age 16 or older, and all non-residents regardless of age must purchase the $10 Oklahoma Waterfowl Hunting License unless exempt (available at license vendors statewide). A Lifetime Oklahoma Waterfowl Hunting License (state duck stamp only) is available for $50.
Hunters reminded to use safety harnesses
It's cheap, it's lightweight, it's easy to use and it might even save your life.
"As far as I am concerned, a full-body safety harness is the best and cheapest life insurance you can buy, if you're like most Oklahoma deer hunters and hunt from an elevated stand," said Lance Meek, hunter education coordinator for the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation.
Although there are several makes and models of safety straps and belts for tree stand hunters, full-body harness types are the best, Meek said.
"Not only will these halt your fall from a stand, but they're designed to keep the hunter upright," Meek said. "Also since these types of harnesses adjust around a hunter's shoulders, waist and upper thighs, then the force of a fall is distributed more safely and evenly."
The older belt-type safety straps might have stopped a hunter from falling to the ground, however the force of the single strap around a hunter's waist or chest have the potential for cracked ribs or other internal injuries, and/or the hunter might be positioned upside down.
"If the only type of safety belt owned by a treestand hunter is the simple strap, then by all means use it in place of going hunting without one. But definitely treestand hunters should strongly consider purchasing one of the new and improved full-body harnesses that can be comfortably adjusted to individual body types and sizes without restricting movement," Meek said.
Meek offered the following rules for hunters, whether they have been using a tree stand for years or they will taking their first trip up to a tree stand this season,
For a complete list of hunter education classes, sportsmen can call the Department's hunter education hotline 24 hours a day at (405) 521-4650 or log onto the Department's Web site at www.wildlifedepartment.com. Hunters should pick up a copy of the "2004-05 Oklahoma Hunting Guide" for complete information on hunting seasons and hunter education requirements.


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- If you're checking a duffle bag, put all of your clothing and lighter items at the bottom of the bag, and place your boots, helmet, books, and other larger more dense items at the top. This makes it easier for us to neatly repack your bag if we have to search it.
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Assistance for America's Veterans: Disabled, Injured and Wounded Warriors - TSA wants to facilitate the screening of injured and wounded service members and veterans including individuals associated with a Wounded Warrior program. Once flight arrangements are made with the airline, the injured service member or veteran, family member, or other representative can contact the TSA Cares helpline with details of the itinerary.
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Bonus Factoid Nugget - Did you know that 25 percent of TSA employees are prior military? Some are even still serving in the reserves and guard. We have the greatest respect for our men and women serving in the military and strive to screen them with thedignity they deserve.
Come back next Tuesday for more travel tips!
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Rodney has been the director of Human Resources and Civil Service since January, 2009. He is responsible for the personnel functions and Civil Service administration for the City. Prior to coming to the City, Rodney has spent more than 20 years in Human Resource management. Rodney is a 1979 graduate of the University of Texas with a degree in Government. He is a past president of the Lufkin Kiwanis Club, Leadership Lufkin alumni, member of Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) and a member of the Pineywoods Chapter of SHRM. Rodney is married to Kathi Ivy and has three grown children and seven grandchildren.


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2009 Women's Soccer Recap
Farmingdale, N.Y. - The Farmingdale State women's soccer team had a 15-5-3 overall record this season, including 8-0-1 in the Skyline Conference. The Rams captured their third consecutive Skyline Conference Title, defeating Bard, 1-0, receiving an automatic bid to the 2009 NCAA Division III National Tournament.
The Rams traveled to Grantham, Pa. to take on Messiah College, the 2008 National Champions, in the opening round of the Tournament. Farmingdale trailed 3-0 at halftime, eventually falling 6-1 to the Falcons.
Five players were named to the All-Skyline Conference Women's Soccer Team. Freshman forward Christina Merrill (Levittown, N.Y.) and freshman defender Theresa Martorano (Commack, N.Y.) were named to the First Team, while sophomore midfielder Katrina Cerverizzo (Center Moriches, N.Y.), freshman defender Jillian Lasota (Massapequa, N.Y.) and freshman midfielder Jamie Smith (Holtsville, N.Y.) received Second Team honors.
Merrill had seven goals and 10 assists for a team-high 24 points. She was 1st in the Skyline with eight assists in conference games. Martorano started every game for Farmingdale this season, scoring three goals and recording three assists. She led a defense that held a 0.11 goals against average in Skyline games.
Cerverizzo was second on the team with nine goals this year, including three game-winners. Lasota anchored a defense that allowed only one goal in nine Skyline Conference games. Smith had a team-high 11 goals, four of which were game-winning goals. She scored the game-winning goal in the Skyline Championship game against Bard and was Farmingdale's lone goal scorer in the matchup with Messiah College in the National Tournament.
Freshman midfielder and Skyline Conference Tournament Most Valuable Player Taylor Horgan, (Long Beach, N.Y.) scored six goals and had one assist this season.
Seniors Tricia Pickford (Massapequa, N.Y.) and Courtney Caden (Setauket, N.Y.) played their final season at Farmingdale State. Pickford leaves as the school-record holder for career assists with 35.
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Before the party, we stopped off for Chinese food, and when the waiter pointed at what little was left of my chicken and broccoli and asked, "Does gentleman want to take home for later?," I thought: Fuck yeah! At $15 a dish, you're damn right gentleman wants to take home for later! Gentleman might get the munchies when he gets home! So off we went with the smallest size take-out box they had -- half filled with a few slivers of chicken and a handful of broccoli florets-- stuffed into my jacket pocket. It wasn't until we got home after the party that I realized something was rotten in the state of my winter coat.
"What's that smell?" I asked.
"Don't look at me. It's you," she said.
"I know I was the first to smelt it, but I didn't dealt it."
"Huh?" she asked confused. (There's that language barrier thing again).
"Wait a second," I said, sniffing, pulling the leftover Chinese out of my pocket. "I've been walking around smelling like a fart all night and you didn't say anything?"
"I thought it was from what you ate. What was I going to say?"
"It wasn't from what I ate. It was from what I DIDN'T eat! Shit! No wonder your friend Lisa was looking at me funny the whole night. She thinks I'm a farter."
"Ah, so what? Who cares what she thinks? "
"Why, did she say something?"
"What should she say?"
"That I was cool, funny...handsome."
"Next time make more of an effort...and finish your food at the restaurant."
Nah, I thought. Let her friend think what she wants. She probably won't come near me anyway the next time I see her...if there is a next time. I finished off my leftovers and fell asleep to two guys banging on wooden planks on NPR.


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Perez catalyzes rally that helps Royals sneak past Twins 3-2
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Salvador Perez triggered a go-ahead rally with a double in the sixth inning and made several spectacular plays behind the plate, helping the Kansas City Royals to a scrappy 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday night.
Alex Gordon and Mike Moustakas had RBI doubles during the Royals' charge, which wiped away a 1-0 deficit. Jason Frasor earned his first win since arriving in Kansas City by striking out Chris Colabello to leave the bases loaded in the sixth inning.
Scott Downs and Kelvin Herrera gave back a run in the seventh, but Herrera struck out Brian Dozier and Josh Willingham with runners on second and third to preserve a one-run lead.
Wade Davis worked a perfect eighth, and All-Star closer Greg Holland survived two wild pitches that sent Eduardo Nunez to third base by striking out Sam Fuld for his 28th save.


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The policy to refund fees charged for filings and public record information
is as follows:
Entity Filings
The formation of a business entity requires the submission of prescribed
documents, information and payment. If upon review of the formation documents
a filing is found deficient, the Division will reach out to the entity
via e-mail and the United States Postal Service in order to have the deficiency
corrected. If the deficiency is not corrected, the filing will be expunged
and the filing fee will be forfeited. This also applies to foreign entities
seeking authorization to do business in this state.
a business entity is formed or authorized to do business in New Jersey,
the formation fees are not subject to refund. To close the operation in
New Jersey, a business entity must be legally dissolved or cancelled depending
on the entity type. The forms, fees and instructions can be found on the
Division's website
To dissolve, withdraw or cancel a business, you must submit the appropriate documentation along with all required fees for your type of business. A business must be in good standing before the dissolution, withdrawal or cancellation can be processed. If your business has been voided, you will need to reinstate the business. Once a request for dissolution or reinstatement is submitted, it can not be rescinded. All associated fees are non-refundable.
If an internet
status report is ordered and you close out or the system times out
before the report is displayed, you can call 609.984.6693 to determine
if the Division will fax a copy of the report. You will need the transaction
number that is displayed during the session.
you press the confirm/submit button more than once and are charged multiple
times for the same report, the Division will refund the excess fees. We
must be able to confirm that the order was for the same entity and that
the orders were placed in the same session.
Since Standing Certificates are certified under the hand and seal of the
State Treasurer, these documents must be signed and contain the Treasurer's
seal. For this reason, these certificates cannot be faxed.
order for a Standing Certificate generated from the online system cannot
be cancelled once the order is placed; these fees are non-refundable. If you press the confirm/submit
button more than once and are charged multiple times for the same report,
we will refund the excess fees. We must be able to confirm that the order
was for the same entity and that the orders were placed in the same session.
You will need to return the original certified copies to our office with
an explanatory cover letter.
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Once these
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have been incorrectly charged or if specific pages were missing, please
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Statutes. (N.J.S.A. 12A-9)
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Philadelphia Parking Authority[Record group 172]
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- The mission of the Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA) is to provide the City of Philadelphia with comprehensive parking management services and to support its economic development by:
- Contributing to the improvement of traffic flow and public safety;
- Developing and managing an optimal supply of reasonably priced off-street parking;
- Regulating the use of on-street parking; and
- Maximizing revenues to the City through the efficient and effective management of PPA activities
- Agency History
- Created as a corporate body by Acts of Assembly of June 5, 1947 and May 9, 1949, and organized by an Ordinance of City Council of January 11, 1950, the Authority is under the direction of a board of five unpaid members, appointed by the Mayor. The Authority was created for the purpose of conducting research and maintaining current data leading to efficient operation of off-street parking facilities and to establish a permanent coordinated system of parking facilities. The Authority finances its operations through the issuance of bonds.
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Dreaming and Daring Globally
April 04, 2008
You may well be reading this letter at the very time Marcia and I are traveling to Tokyo, Seoul, and Hong Kong, enjoying the opportunity to deepen our connections with alumni, parents, and friends. This is our second trip to Asia in three years. Wherever we go on behalf of Lewis & Clark, our itinerary is always ambitious, our encounters are always exhilarating, and our experience is always rewarding.
The exhilaration comes from the energy and excitement of everyone we meet; the rewards from hearing personal accounts of how the college has shaped the lives of our alumni and their children. We enjoy a rich history of sponsoring overseas study, building and sustaining an international presence, and fostering exchanges of knowledge across diverse cultures.
Even as I take great pride in our many international accomplishments and initiatives, there are times when I view them from purely academic, administrative, and programmatic perspectives. Taking trips such as this, as well as spending time with our international students on campus, grounds me in the most compelling reason behind all that we do: We build bridges of global understanding when we connect person-to-person, when we look each other in the eyes and share our individual stories and our common dreams.
Indeed, generations of Lewis & Clark students have traveled to and from campus to learn from others. In these travels, our students begin to focus their sense of purpose. They become global citizen-scholars, conscious that what they do in their lives and professions connects them to other people in distant places.
Consider just some of the many ways students make an impact on the world over the course of an academic year:
- Undergraduate students who have lived in many other parts of the world gather in a Portland coffee shop to share their stories; several help other students plan this spring's 43rd annual International Fair.
- Graduate school students teach critical skills to the growing number of Portland schoolchildren who do not speak English as a first language.
- Law school faculty and students partner with indigenous groups in Panama and Costa Rica to protect an international park from rapidly encroaching development.
- Several Arts and Sciences students work in a community-run women's health clinic in El Viejo, Nicaragua, expanding critical medical services and information.
Each experience is integral to a Lewis & Clark education. Each encounter affirms that our campus extends well beyond 137 wooded acres in Portland's southwest hills. Each expression of our values asserts that at Lewis & Clark, learning is global.
Global learning has long been one of our hallmarks. Our pioneering overseas study program is now in its fifth decade, and our acclaimed International Affairs Symposium is the oldest continuing symposium of its kind in the United States. Even so, we continue to enhance our focus on international education and experiences.
Our upcoming rotation of overseas study opportunities includes Vietnam, Greece, and Eastern Russia, and we are planning a program in China focusing on environmental issues. Our Office of Community and Career Connections is working to link current students with alumni for internships extending beyond the bounds of Portland and the United States.
This summer we will offer law students the opportunity to study at Peking University Law School in Beijing. The graduate school is examining ways to work with teachers abroad through partnerships with international schools. Plans are under way to establish an international speakers forum to stimulate discussion of issues critical to our lives as global citizens. And we are seeking new ways to attract students from abroad in even greater numbers.
At Lewis & Clark we dare to believe there are solutions to global discord. Even more, we dare to believe that we will lead the way in forging these solutions. We take this stance because we have witnessed the progress made when people of goodwill come together to forge partnerships that advance common goals.
Such progress grows not from cultural exchanges alone but from full-scale transfusions of knowledge and experience, from the hard work of applying critical analysis to complex issues, identifying pragmatic constraints, and developing creative alternatives. More simply stated, progress results from applying the classic tenets of liberal learning.
I close with a personal and emblematic story from our 2005 visit to Hong Kong, where we were treated to a tour of Sha Tin, the equestrian venue for the 2008 Olympic Games. When our hosts invited me to choose a contender in one of the day's races, one name jumped forward. Not surprisingly, given the adventure and daring that animate our global ventures, my choice finished first–exactly what you would expect of a horse named Dreams Come True.
Thomas J. Hochstettler