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What I Can Teach You About Security
May 31, 2018
Tips to Help in Choosing the Superlative Security Alarm Systems.
Certain areas are prone to theft nearly every night. Thus, for you to select the alarm systems of your needs you need to consider the region you are living. Mostly, if you have a long driveway, you need to utilize the alarm system along it to help in keeping away the robbers and even help the police to investigate whenever anything goes wrong, and your property gets stolen.
You should consider whether you need a door and the windows sensors. Having kids at home sometimes, means you want to protect them. Consequently, they need to use some windows and doors sensors to keep away the kids from the area they have kept some guns at home. Sometimes enter a house through windows when conducting a robbery. Hence, if you need to protect your properties from the thieves who use windows as their entry point, you need to use the security alarms which are encrypted in sensors which means the alarm will sound if anyone tries to get in through the window.
You may require the home automation technology for better services. There are technology systems which help people to control their security alarms and other systems around their home when knowing what is happening in the house. Some of the people need to switch on and off the light, and some people need to arm and disarm the security system.
Consequently, the features of the security concerning the advancement in technology will help someone to select the best security system.
You need to consider the selling price of the security alarm systems. Considering that you have planned for the funds which will be used to purchase the security alarm systems, then it will guide you on which one should be selected. However, you can still compare the price of the system you need from different suppliers where you will get to buy it at a lower price. Sometimes you can take advantage of being a member of some alarm systems where you can buy the systems at a discount, for instance, if you are an ADT member, then you will be granted a certain refund. Therefore, you will have a chance of reducing the buying price of the alarm system.
For you to get the best type of alarm systems, you need to ask from friends and family members about the best ones they know. It will be of assistance because you will know the best alarm system will help to protect your home. People can also help on choosing a reputable security firm which provides the best security alarm systems.
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She's here!
I really couldn't have gotten my post about the anxiety of fatherhood out there any later. Just like my baby girl's time inside my wife, yesterday's post was supposed to have stuck around longer. But Keira arrived at 12:51 a.m. Saturday, about 14 hours after Megan's water broke, so my post, which was supposed to last through the weekend before a planned induction, had a much shorter shelf life than planned.
But I don't care. I'm now the proud father of, and Megan is the proud mother of, Keira Helen Lee! The whole labor process was stressful, and it was tough watching Megan struggle with her contractions, even though she handled them like a champ. Because the labor wasn't coming along as planned, a decision was made to deliver by Caesarian section, which brought about a new set of worries because we initially planned for as natural a childbirth as possible. I was given a full set of scrubs to wear, and had to wait while Megan was prepped. And I was told, no cameras in the operating room, just the nursery. So I kept ours in my pocket.
When it was time for me to enter the operating room, an exhausted and hurting Megan was replaced by a revitalized one — the pain medication had kicked in! And she greeted me with a big smile as I walked up to her and took a seat by her head. And now, we waited. We heard operating procedure talk interspersed with gossip about what happened at the Olympics. I felt and saw Megan and the table she was lying on move around as the doctors and surgeons got to work.
And then one of the nurses asked me if I wanted to stand up and peek over the curtain to see our baby. I wasn't sure what to do; here Megan was doing all the suffering of growing this baby and then laboring to give birth to her, and now she wouldn't even get to be the first one of us to lay her eyes on her.
She encouraged me to get up and see Keira. The nurse then said, "Got your camera ready?" Wow, really?? Now I get to at least share those first looks at Keira with Megan after all! I pulled my camera out, stood up, and there she was! I started taking pictures. I told Megan I saw a head. Then I saw the rest of her get pulled out and the doctors start examining her. And then we heard her cry! And I heard Megan laugh with joy.
Then I was invited to go over and watch/document as the pediatrician and nurse give Keira a thorough lookover and wipe her down. Although Keira's umbilical cord was cut already, it was quite long, and they gave me the opportunity to cut it down to the correct size. It was an honor that I gladly accepted.
But an even bigger honor was that they would let me carry her over to Megan and let her see her daughter for the very first time. Even though Keira weighed just 5 pounds 14 ounces, feeling her weight in my arms was most splendid.
"She has red hair!" I exclaimed to Megan as I carried our daughter to her. And they got to meet. A nurse took our picture with our camera (and, as I learned later, filmed me walking with Keira toward Megan).
I then got to carry Keira out to meet her maternal grandmother, Mary. (And be part of their first photo together!) Then it was off to the nursery, Keira still in my arms.
As the doctor and nurse continued giving Keira a thorough exam and lookover, I feverishly kept taking pictures and filming video. These were Keira's first moments, and I wanted to preserve them so that they could be cherished forever. Once all that wound down, though, and the images I was capturing started to look like they were repeating themself, I set the camera aside and truly took her in with my own eyes — no more viewfinder for a while.
All this while Mary stood outside the nursery looking in through the window. I had to share what I'd captured with her, so I went out and gave her the camera so she could look through things, while I headed back in to be with Keira. I just wanted to do everything I could for her!
"Do you want to put her first diaper on?" the nurse asked me. HELL YEAH! With her guidance (label goes on the front — it's still all about the advertising) I put on the diaper.
Now it was just a matter of waiting for Megan's post-operation process to be completed so we could bring Keira to her again. And what a great feeling it was to do that again — the most special of deliveries!
And just like her mom, Keira has been a champ. Her cries revealed a powerful set of lungs, her eyes already are so observant and inquisitive, and she's already unloaded impressive amounts into her diaper several times.
Guess who got the privilege and honor of doing Keira's first diaper change? Yours truly, and there is absolutely no sarcasm in that previous sentence. I'm a pretty sentimental guy and already feel so privileged that I got to do all these "firsts" for Keira already. The first diaper duty is just another item on that list! And you know what, I feel like if I was able to do it that first time, then I can do it anytime! That was a big hurdle for me leading up to Keira's arrival. Now it's no big deal at all. It's still a privilege. (I'm aware that down the road, Keira will offer up much bigger deals of her own in her diapers, but if I'm already handling things pretty well now, I should be fine at that time as well.)
Which brings me back to yesterday's angst-ridden post. Keira has already helped me put some of those anxieties to full rest. And for the others, well, they'll still be there and I don't know what I, Megan or Keira can do about the things that are out of our control. But what's keeping me going right now is that, like all the other things that have happened to me to make me feel so special in about the first 12 hours of Keira's existence in this world as of this writing, I'm so excited and privileged to help her tackle it.
Game on.
8 Responses to "She's here!"
Oh how precious 🙂 I had tears reading this.
Again she's so precious 🙂
She's baeutiful! Thanks for sharing your experience.
Enjoy your little one.
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"VIEW from the BRIDGE"
By Muncie
I spoke with one of the organizers (they all put in many hours of effort) of this special day a few weeks ago. Veterans and their families who numbered about 200 came to the Old Fort Park to enjoy the festivities. The weather cooperated which made for a pleasant afternoon. Senator Tester was able to attend and speak as well as others from Malstrom Air Force Base. They spoke of the Veterans as saviors of our freedom and they certainly were that. There are not enough ways to thank these brave men and women who have and still are protecting our country.
Cecil Seright was the oldest Veteran attending and received the folded American Flag. The Committee said that they planned to have this event every year.
Another reminder for 5 x 7 pictures of Veterans in a plain black frame to make a Veterans Memorial photo wall. A question asked, "Can they be colored photos?" Yes, of course they can. I imagine that most WWII and Korea will be black and white. No matter, just put this on your "To Do" list. I have now five pictures in my possession. That is a good start.
It is that time of year again when we should be watching out for snakes. Several weeks ago author Charlotte Caldwell (photographer of One Room Schoolhouses,) was walking the Levee Trail with her husband and two friends. They encountered a rattlesnake on the Levee Trail at 9th St. where it rounds the corner by the yellow house (hidden by bushes.) The Levee Trail at that point is adjacent to the street where the bank was cut away to accommodate it.
I asked Charlotte if she called 911 and she said they were so excited that it did not enter her mind. They just backed away. (Snake Sighting 101…do not approach and call 911 for backup from someone who has experience dealing with these creatures.)
Now we fast-forward to Sunday, the 1st of August. My neighbor, Connie Jenkins, came rushing over to my house to tell me that a bull snake (it could have been a rattler,) was found behind her garage that morning. She wanted us to be very careful in our backyard and garden area with its huge tomato plants were a snake might hide. There are also other covers in the yard where they could be laying in wait for us unsuspecting people to wander by. Beware because rattlers strike at heat source and not because you frighten them.
I know that I am being dramatic but the rattler (and include any kind of spider,) is dreadful to me. The bull snake is harmless and just tries to scare you by hissing and pretending to attack you. Do you know the difference between a rattler and a bull snake? Of course, the bull snake does not have rattles but it is also very light colored compared to a darker rattler. Just be cautious and teach your youngsters about getting to a phone and calling 911 if they see one.
I just called the Police Department and Dan Holskey only knew of two personal snake incidences. One report was a rattlesnake (do not know where,) and the other was a garter snake at the swimming pool. By the time he arrived at the pool, the snake had been thrown over the fence. That must have been quite an exciting time for those swimmers who were at the pool at the time.
I have gotten comments from people in surrounding communities about how there is always something going on in Fort Benton. There is the standing Thursday evening Farmers Market and this week (the 5th) will be in conjunction with Taste of Chouteau County at 5:00 pm in Old Fort Park This is by far the most attended event of the summer evenings with great food from all the food vendors in Chouteau County. At 6:00 pm, a performance of "A Midsummer Night's Dream," by Shakespeare in the Park will begin for all of you Shakespeare fans. Invite all your family and friends.
This is just a reminder (mostly for me) for this event. Readers often tell me that they read about events, want to attend, forget to write it on their calendars, forget to check their calendars, and miss the event. The dates bear repeating so perhaps you will remember and not miss a fun event. See you there.
She said there were 23 members of family and friends that came to Fort Benton and 22 made the trip downriver. She will be sending a photo of the group later this evening (when she gets unpacked.) Since I have to have this "View" in by 3:00 pm and in the event, that Robin is not able to follow through, the picture will be in next week.
Note: The picture of the family and friends of Dorothy Laulo at her memorial table turned out so well. She will be long remembered.
Have you ever seen the time fly as quickly as this summer? Didn't Summer Celebration just happen and now it is almost Chouteau County Fair time? We have enjoyed our outdoors time very much lately. It is wonderful to sit in our gazebo in the late evening. As Superintendent Scott invites you for the first cup of coffee, I extend an invite to you visit us in the gazebo for conversation and iced tea. I may also have a Girl Scout cookie or two.
Hope you are enjoying your summer. If you have any interesting happenings, I would like to hear about them. I especially like humorous stories. There must be a few or those around concerning harvest time. Keep smiling, do a good deed and GOD BLESS AMERICA.
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Sun, 16 Jun 2019 22:00:52 -0400A Summer Adventure
A Summer Adventure in the Green River Gorge
If you are looking for something fun to do on a hot (very hot) summer day, a trip to Hanging Gardens in the Green River Gorge is one of those off-the-beaten Path adventures.
Getting there is half the adventure. Hanging Gardens is located in Southeast King County between Black Diamond and Enumclaw. The access is off of a country road that passes by a few houses and then continues on. It passes by future roads that currently are gated and lead to nowhere in particular. Locals know that the gate just pass the old gravel pit leads to Hanging Gardens. You'd barely register it as you drive by as there is a lonely gate with a few dirt pullouts beside the gate and across the road. There aren't any official signs (last time I looked) so you have to use the information and directions on Outdoor Project's website listed below.
Once you find the trail, behind the gate, it is pretty straight forward. Follow the trail downward. It will hug along a chain link fence to the right for awhile (the city of Black Diamond's water supply). Then it continues past a more open area before the trail narrows and enters the forest before dropping down more steeply to the river. As you descend the cedars grow taller. You catch glimpses of the white sandstone cliffs as you get closer to the river. At the end the trail emerges onto a rocky beach and across the river is a three hundred foot sandstone cliff face with ferns, bushes, and trees growing out of pockets of sandstone.
Its one of those places that can make you feel like a Huckleberry Finn as you adventure off the beaten path and into the wild river corridor. When the water is low it is a kid friendly destination. There are hanging gardens on the cliff walls, swallows darting through the air, and round rocks to skip at the water's edge. At low water you can hike along the shoreline and see different geology exposed such as coal walls, sandstone shelves, and other rock formations. If you are lucky you might catch the flight of an eagle, osprey, or Kingfisher. If you are even luckier you might catch a glimpse of a river otter.
It is usually safe to go there to swim in mid July and August. Visit the American Whitewater website for up to date information on the water level flowing through the Gorge. Anything above 300 cfs is too high for swimming. Always consider a life jacket and if you are unsure if it is safe to swim ordon't go. Also never go in the water to swim in the spring and early summer.
For detailed information on directions to get to Hanging Gardens and trail information visit Outdoor Project's "Green River Gorge Swimming Hole"
Sun, 10 Feb 2019 21:33:18 -0500Evanescence
When I was invited to exhibit my photographs at Green River Community College as part of a group show called Evanescence. I jumped at the opportunity. To show my conservation photography of the Green River Gorge at the college named after the river was a priority for me. Not just because of the name but also because the college had a Natural Resources and Forestry program that I hope will become an integral part of the conservation and restoration effort of the Green River Gorge Greenway.
My first thoughts about exhibiting my work come from my literal side. My work is a documentary to promote conservation. The goals of my exhibitions are to raise awareness of the Green River Gorge Greenway and promote conservation. The idea of showing as part of a "more conceptual art centered" theme, at first, seemed incongruous with my mission. Yet it is my profound conception of place through an artistic lens that feeds my passion for conservation. That passion is rooted in how I see the natural world.
Evanescence. n. The event of fading and gradually vanishing from sight.
Neil Berkowitz, Thelma Harris and Lisa Parsons respond to the idea of place uniquely from an ephemeral and abstracted sense of being in layered digital photography manipulation, to reflections on time and personal history through dimensional Polaroid wall and pedestal installations, to preservation of our natural world in the documentation of landscape. Together, these artists play off of each other's profound conception of place and time through the lens and experimentation of photography, making the fleeting nature of time tangible.
Evanescence: Neil Berkowitz, Thelma Harris, and Lisa Parsons
February 14th – March 14th, 2019
Artist Panel Discussion and Closing Reception
Thursday, March 14th, 12-1pm
Discovering the Natural World Through the Lens
My time in the river helped me learn more about the rhythm of the river. The Green river isn't just a river. It is a multi-layered story of currents, water, seasons, shorelines, habitat, stone, fish, wildlife, forests, and humans. All the elements that make up the watershed create the river. The story unfolds in the myriad of springs and streams that flow from drops of water that begin as snow or rain. The springs and streams flow into the river giving it shape and form. The water forms the carved sandstone edges, the forest around the river, and the currents that follow the channels downstream.
My discovery of the river started as seeing it as one body of water but as I started exploring the river by hiking through the fourteen miles of river gorge and bushwhacking, off and on trail, along the uplands; the picture became more detailed. Layers of imagery emerged from the landscape and the river from the tiniest flowers to the towering three hundred foot sandstone cliffs. Interwoven in the experience were encounters with black bear, bob cat, cougar, river otter, osprey, eagle, and King fishers. I've learned to see footprints in the mud and identify scat (poop) that tells stories of elusive animals that call the river gorge home. Often all that is seen if you know where to look is the footprints they have left behind.
Salmon play a central theme in the river and in my conservation work. Chinook, Coho, and Steelhead pose the question of whether we can do what is needed now to protect this species by protecting the river. Through documenting the annual migration of the salmon I've learned so much about their journey through the river gorge. In the autumn I've swam with the salmon with my underwater camera capturing glimpses of their migration home. Above the water I've silently watched their bodies explode with energy that propels them up the last few feet of Icy creek to spawn and then to die. Their bodies, half in and half out of the water, lying on the rocks where they have laid their eggs. The last breathes leaving their rhythmic mouths.
The forest at the edges of the gorge are a mix of near old growth towering western red cedars with branches that bend with the air currents. Douglas fir and Hemlock also crowd around the river corridor. In some places older trees remain. In others young forests recover from logging or floods. Alder and native cherry mix with the evergreens along with giant maples.
In autumn the giant maples glow brilliantly orange and yellow, their leaves floating like sheets of colored paper and landing on the forest floor. The last burst of color before the long winter of grey and barren branches.
Winter brings solitude and wildness as the river pulses against its confining edges. Barren branches stand dark against the backdrop of the grey sky. The water glows green as the only bright color in the dormant landscape. Wild water churns, boils, and spills over submerged rocks. It also brings solitude. Sometimes ice forms along cliff side waterfalls and along slack water in eddies and side channels.
Spring. Bright Trillium bursting out of the ground like precious jewels that you can never take for granted. They are greeted by the bright green unfolding fiddle head ferns, vine maple leaves, and the pink blossoms of salmon berry as the forest comes back to life. When the river flows are high from snowmelt or heavy rains whitewater rafters and kayakers can be seen dancing along the currents, challenging lines through rapids called Mercury, the Nozzle, and Pipeline. Their bright colored boats and clothes contrast against the layers of green in the river and surrounding landscape.
Summer settles in as a welcome relief to the endless months of rain. The river recedes. The flow is turned down by an upstream dam to a trickle of currents that barely riffle down the rocky drops before deep languid pools with sandstone edges. The sun is hot enough to counter the snowmelt cold of the green water. I'm invited to swim its lazy currents, and explore the sandstone edged shorelines. It is friendly and a maze to be discovered as more is revealed below the winter water line.
Mysteries are revealed. Wood dams show where forces of current and high water have moved decaying forest downstream. Carved fluid sandstone exhibits nature's sculptor, water, deepening the walls of the gorge for a millennia. Sandstone boulders poke out of deep pools where crawfish hide in water filled pockets. River otters fish and then eat atop the rocks and then discard the remains; evidence of their presence. Rope swings hanging silently revealing the transient presence of teenagers looking for a cool swimming hole to play in summer heat. Primitive trails down to the river lead to fishermen casting their lines into secret fishing holes.
So, yes, the photos are meant to promote conservation but they also tell the story of the many rivers within the river and about my time as explorer, photographer, activist, and artist. It is part of my story that is vanishing and fading from sight. The images are the evidence of my passage. My hope is that the Green River Gorge remains a wild river gorge. It will change with the seasons and natural rhythms but hopefully remain wild for others to discover and continue the story.
Please share your images and stories of the Green River Gorge on the Friends of the Green River Gorge Facebook page. Become part of the river's conservation story.
Sun, 27 Jan 2019 21:30:14 -0500Upcoming Photography Exhibition
Evanescence: Neil Berkowitz, Thelma Harris, and Lisa Parsons
February 14th – March 14th, 2019
Artist Panel Discussion and Closing Reception
Thursday, March 14th, 12-1pm
Evanescence. n. The event of fading and gradually vanishing from sight. Neil Berkowitz, Thelma Harris and Lisa Parsons respond to the idea of place uniquely from an ephemeral and abstracted sense of being in layered digital photography manipulation, to reflections on time and personal history through dimensional Polaroid wall and pedestal installations, to preservation of our natural world in the documentation of landscape. Together, these artists play off of each other's profound conception of place and time through the lens and experimentation of photography, making the fleeting nature of time tangible.
Through my passion to promote conservation of the Green River Gorge Greenway I developed a love of conservation photography. I bought my first digital camera in 2001 and began documenting the unique beauty and wildness of the Green River Gorge. It has been 18 years and I'm still surprised by something new or something that has changed along the river corridor. I've changed cameras over the years but not my mission to document and preserve the Gorge.
The photos weren't just "pretty pictures" but something more. A documentary of a moment in time when the river still supports wildlife and fisheries. A time when underwater springs still flow out of the hillsides and contribute cold water into a vital system. A time when trees fill the rim of the Gorge and sandstone cliffs create solitude in a river gorge near over 2 million people.
Time is fleeting. Our time to act to conserve the Green River Gorge is not. Look around you and you'll see opportunities lost and opportunities taken to conserve important aspects of our interconnected landscape.
I've worked with stakeholders; King County; Washington State Parks; Forterra; Black Diamond; and others to bring millions of dollars into the middle Green River watershed. With funding from grants and other sources we were able to buy up key lands along the Gorge and restore habitat, but there is still more we can do to keep the Gorge intact.
Part of my outreach to promote conservation is to take the images of this rugged gorge to the community and to decision makers to show why it is worth directing effort towards conservation. On February 14th I will be exhibiting some of my images as part of a group show at the Green River Community College from February 14 thru March 14th. Please join me on March 14th for a discussion panel and the closing day of the exhibit to learn more about my work and the works of the two other photographers; Neil Berkowitz and Thelma Harris.
Sun, 25 Nov 2018 21:30:47 -0500A Drop of Water...
There's a drop of water on the wall
And the drop's about to fall
And it falls into a trickle
And the trickle's flowing down
Down, down, to the ground
And the moss begins to grow
Watch, watch, watch watch the water flow
And watch the current become a stream
By Dana Lyons
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on Saturday December 8th
9am to 1pm.
Enter at the end of SE 248th (the MV LIbrary road)
"King County Parks recently acquired a home site in the middle of Cedar Creek Park. Now we need your help to turn the former home site back into high quality habitat. Come plant native trees and shrubs before invasive weeds move in!"
If you're interested in participating it is important that you email
Brian Lund at King County Parks firstname.lastname@example.com
How Rivers Form
Most rivers begin life as drops of water creating a tiny stream running down a mountain slope or as an underground spring of water that collects below the surface of the earth and then emerges where the slope of the land meets the air. They are fed by melting snow and ice, or by rainwater running off the land. The water follows the easiest course through channels, cracks, and folds in the land as it flows downhill. Small streams meet and join together, growing larger and larger until the flow can be called a river.
The Green river has some major tributaries that contribute water into the larger river. One of these creeks or streams is Jenkins Creek. Jenkins Creek flows through Covington and Maple Valley from Lake Wilderness and Lake Lucerne. Another branch comes from the north near Shadow Lake. It is part of a system of tributaries that provide water to the Green River. What happens in these tributaries affects the entire river system and eventually Puget Sound.
Taking care of our tributaries is critical to improving and maintaining cold clean water, salmon habitat, and consistent water quantity in the main Green river. Many of our urban and suburban streams no longer support health fish populations. Jenkins creek has become one of those streams. Yet, looking at other areas as a model we can work to reverse decades of mismanagement and restore these vital tributaries that flow into the Green-Duwamish river.
In 2005 a landowner, Mo Munch, sold five acres on both sides of the Jenkins Creek to remain as open space and habitat in perpetuity. He talked about when Jenkins creek used to host a large salmon run. He told a story of when the bears used to catch salmon in the creek and feast on them along the shoreline of his property. Another land owner, the Burgesses, adjacent to him also sold their property which consisted of two houses and thirty acres with a beautiful forested pond and two branches of Jenkins creek running through the property.
Today their property, along with an additional 94 acres, is owned by King County Parks and is now called Cedar Creek Park. Thirteen years have passed since the initial sale of the properties and it now time for the community to get involved in restoring the properties and connecting them to the upper section of Cedar Creek Park. Make history on December 8th by participating in a groundbreaking restoration event. This will be a great opportunity to visit the lower property, participate in creating the park, and learning more about a future vision for the area.
Just like drops of water form a river each of us can be part of a larger groundswell by volunteering to restore, protect, and enhance the wild spaces and waterways in our own communities.
Sun, 21 Oct 2018 21:27:30 -0400Orca Whales and Chinook Salmon
What do Orcas and Chinook Salmon Have in Common?
They both need clean water to survive. This summer we were struck by the powerful images of a our Puget Sound Orcas carrying a dead baby whale around for two weeks. It tugged at our heart strings and cries rang out to save the Orcas.
The initiative to save Puget Sound goes beyond just the body of water that constitutes the Sound. Our mountains hold snow that then melts and flows down our streams into rivers that then flow into Puget Sound carrying clean water and nutrients seaward.
What happens upstream has a direct impact on the water quality and habitat in our region. That, in turn, has an impact on our salmon, Orcas, humans, and other wildlife.
The Green-Duwamish river watershed is one part of a vast network of river arteries that flow into Puget Sound. As a river that flows out of the Cascade foothills it has been tamed by the Howard Hanson dam which supplies the city of Tacoma with drinking water. Below the dam the river flows into the Green River Gorge. The Gorge, through a history of conservation efforts has remained relatively untouched along its 12 mile
The morning was fresh and clear. A soft white fog hung just above the trees down stream. The sun lingered before reaching up above the trees. There in the current was the constant rustle of the salmon as they staged in the river's current and slack water. I started capturing images in the shade. As the sun rose, prisms of sunlight pierced the water and added light beneath the river's surface.
I watched as an ancient ritual replayed itself in the deep green waters of the Green River Gorge. Salmon returning from the ocean. Turning south into Puget Sound to enter the mouth of the Green-Duwamish river.
They return, having survived their journey. They have escaped ocean predators. They survived the pollution of the Duwamish river downstream (There is hope for the Duwamish). They pushed up through the channelized canal of river lined with blackberry brambles through Tukwila, Kent, and Auburn (Regreening the Green River). Then through the transitioning landscape from urban to rural farm land, and then finally forest as the river exits the gorge.
It is like a soft breath. The air after a rainstorm. A stretch upon awakening. The water clears and the temperature of the water lowers as the shade of forest and sandstone cliffs rise along the shoreline. Small and large springs tumble down from underground channels that surface as the landscape above, slopes towards the gorge. The cold water springs feed the river with water all year round.
The salmon come like they have millions of times before. Pushing on through thousands of years of human history and a constantly changing landscape to the home of their ancestors before them.
As I watch this ritual of renewal I realize that we can no longer take them for granted. Each of us, as humans, can consciously change our own course and act as stewards of our river; our salmon; our shared future.
The song that accompanies the video is called "Ancestors" by Bruce Cockburn.
Where to see Chinook Salmon this weekend
Current best place to view returning salmon in the Green River Gorge. Kanaskat State Park along the trails that follow the river. Grab a map at the entrance and explore the trails along the river and look for salmon. http://parks.state.wa.us/527/Kanaskat-Palmer
Learn how to identify Salmon: http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/animals-and-plants/salmon-and-trout/salmon-watchers/gallery.aspx
For more information on how you can help salmon and the Green-Duwamish River visit:
Green River Gorge
Washington State Parks Foundation. Want to see Washington State Parks develop trails and purchase more land along the Green River Gorge Greenway? You can donate to the Washington State Parks Foundation and designate the donation to be used for Green River Gorge State Park improvements. http://wspf.org
Black Diamond Historical Society. Volunteer with the to clear trails and preserve historical areas along the Green River Gorge.
Live Downstream?
Want to help your river? Volunteer at the Duwamish Alive Event on October 22nd: http://www.duwamishalive.org/
Contact King County Parks and volunteer on the Green-Duwamish River. King County Parks
Earthcorps hosts events on the Green-Duwamish. www.earthcorps.org
More technical information
King County Salmon Recovery: http://www.kingcounty.gov/services/environment/watersheds/green-river.aspx
Mon, 10 Sep 2018 20:41:26 -0400#tdarutamaya after party! 1.5 years later we finally got back...
#tdarutamaya after party! 1.5 years later we finally got back on our road bikes with our Ruta Maya jerseys. Only 72 miles and 4000 feet of climbing. Easy after the 1600 mile 6 Everest sized cumulative climbs. What did I realize? I really like mt. Biking more 😋 #rutamaya, tdaglobalcycling (at South Lake Tahoe, California)
Sun, 12 Aug 2018 22:00:53 -0400Hungry Beaver
The Northwestern American Beaver
Recently I visited the other Green River in Utah. As we were setting up our whitewater rafts for a seven-day trip down the Desolation-Grey section of the Green we had a very unusual visit. From across the river a beaver started swimming gracefully towards us. His body and tail undulating fluidly through the water. He made his way to the rocky beach and without hesitation lumbered onto land and nonchalantly walked by our boats and equipment on his way to some young cottonwood trees with bright green leaves. He completely ignored us and instead focused on munching on his evening meal of cottonwood leaves. We were able to stand just feet away from this allusive wild river creature and watch him eat his dinner.
I've always been curious about the, often maligned, beaver. I had an early morning glimpse of a beaver along the Green at Flaming Geyser State Park on the Green River in Washington. That morning I heard a crack and saw a tree branch fall into the river from a riverside maple tree. Then I watched as it began moving downstream at a pace far faster then the current. Upon closer inspection I realized that it was driven by a beaver. He steered that branch into a small alcove created by a larger downed tree along the far shore of the river. Then he proceeded to stuff that branch into the alcove where it disappeared. Unfortunately I wasn't set up to take fast moving low light photos so I didn't adequately capture this whole occurrence on an early morning photo shoot.
They have this drive to dam water. Why? Beavers create refuges in deeper pond water to create an escape from predators. They dam up running water to create these deep-water pools. They literally react to the sound of running water and use twigs and mud to dam up the moving water. Besides creating these refuges they build lodges made up of the trees, twigs, mud, and rocks. They are usually strategically located in the middle of the ponds in a their dam and can only be access by underwater entrances for protection. Inside these lodges store food, raise young, and seek protection from the winter weather. Through their industrious construction of dams and lodges they can change the course of rivers and create ponds and lakes where there had only been fields and forests. The results of their work help store runoff, recharge ground water, and provide habitat for other species. They improve water quality by creating filtration and slowing the movement of runoff so it has time to filter and for sediment to settle.
In my history classes I learned about how early explorers in the Americas were shaped by the pursuit of the fur that these critters possessed. AS beaver populations were exhausted on the east coast, the fur trade pushed exploration and settlement out west and, as a result, decimated beaver populations throughout America and Canada. Beaver pelts were sought after for making clothing and beaver hats. Then as settlement expanded they were hunted to prevent them from doing what they do best, building dams. Their industrious pursuit could result in flooded crops and homesteads. As they were hunted their population of 100-200 million dwindled to near extinction.
Today, through protections in the late 19thand 20thcenturies beaver populations have rebounded to estimated population of 10-15 million. Since that time they are still controlled but we've come to understand the ecological value of having beavers in our natural world.
In the Green River, beavers still make their space within the confines of the river gorge. The one that I saw at Flaming Geyser was creating a lodge in a riverbank on the deep side of a turn. They migrate as well and may be found in side or many of the springs and seeps that flow into the Green River Gorge. Downstream as the Green becomes the Duwamish and is channeled into a narrow passage, government agencies are working to expand side channels and flood plains, which play an important role in salmon conservation. Perhaps there will be a place for beavers to help with the restoration projects to protect and restore the health of the river. Within the Gorge, due to its isolation and lack of development, beavers may find a habitat free from the constraints of a human centered riverscape.
For more info on beavers you can visit these websites:
Fri, 10 Aug 2018 21:24:25 -0400Hungry Beaver from Lisa Delfiner Parsons on Vimeo.This video is...
Hungry Beaver from Lisa Delfiner Parsons on Vimeo.
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Sun, 08 Jul 2018 22:30:10 -0400Summer Swimming Hole
Late Summer Swimming Hole Below
A Whale Breaching From a White-Flecked Green Sea
The description, A Whale Breaching From a White-Flecked Green Sea, was in an article in a local newspaper. I read that and immediately knew without seeing the photo where that location was in the Green River Gorge.
Beyond the gate at the end of the parking area for the Green River Gorge Resort / Paradise area a series of old roads lead to different locations along the river. Follow the road past the first left and take the second left toward the river. Follow the primitive locals trail down along the hillside between the river and the uplands of the old town of Franklin. Along the way you'll see some old railway line.
Where the trail meets the river a giant rock spirals out of the deep green water like a whale. White foam speckles the surface of the deep green color of the water. At low water in July and August a rocky beach frames a deep green pool beneath the Whale rock. A large flat rock sits in the middle of the pool. Great for soaking up the sun on a hot day.
The river has changed in this area. A few years ago a large slide came down the north side of the river sending a large mass of boulders, mud, and trees to form a new shoreline and add additional rocks in the river. The Green River, like any river, is constantly changing. The ground along the sandstone bedrock is fluid with heavy rain saturated ground giving way to the power of gravity. The Gorge remains a deep ditch between two communities but within it is always changing. Small beaches are eroded and new beaches are formed by the power of water. Hillsides slough, and and trees topple.
In the winter the river is wild. The high water pulses and pushes against the sandstone cliffs carving bowls, tunnels, and smooth undulating walls. In the summer the current at low water wanders slowly between exposed boulders and riffles tumble gently into deep languid pools. It is in the summer that the Gorge is more friendly and inviting. A swimming hole like this one beckons on those hot mid summer days when the frigid water is a welcome relief.
As with any river use caution. The Gorge is only a good place to swim in late July and August. None of the trails in this area are officially maintained. They are local's trails and are often primitive and can be exposed in areas. Use common sense. Know your limits and enjoy the discovery of this amazing wild area just 30 miles from over 2 million people.
To get there: Turn east at the Cenex station on to Lawson Rd from highway 169 that runs thru Black Diamond. Follow the road 4 miles down to the river. Right before the one lane bridge turn right on to a gravel road and a wide open area with parking on the left. Park, put your $5 into the box at the entry. Walk to the end of the parking area past the gate that separates the private land from Washington State Parks land. Follow past the first left and take the second left. Follow it down to the river.
Sun, 01 Jul 2018 22:00:56 -0400Paradise Rediscovered
Paradise Rediscovered
Green River Gorge Resort
The Bridge Overlook
The road winds down a long hill. As it turns it passes a couple of houses, a spring spilling out of the hillside and what looks like an overgrown R.V. park. The blinking light is a stop sign to either stop or go for cars on either side of a one lane bridge. Only one car from either direction can cross the bridge at a time. The Green River Gorge Road (or Lawson Road as it is known in Black Diamond) crosses over one of the most beautiful sections of the Green River Gorge…and one of the more accessible areas outside of Washington State Parks.
The Green River Gorge Resort has gone through many incarnations. In the 1920s it was privately owned resort with a hotel, cabins, and a service station. In the wild 70s and 80s it had a reputation as a party spot that drew locals and others who would come to jump off the cliffs and swim in the late summer. I remember going with a friend in the 1980s to go swim. At that time the old resort had an $2 entry fee, a snack bar, and a closed private campground. Today the old dilapidated green building houses a manufacturing facility for underwater salvage equipment and still has the private campground but the area is much quieter. In front it isn't uncommon to see the local residents sitting outside on the old weather worn deck. You might even see a peacock on the roof or strolling across the roadway as you pass by.
A few years ago the owners of resort and surrounding area on both sides of the river reopened access to the Gorge. For $5 that you place in a box on either side of the river you can park and access this incredible oasis. From the resort side of the river you park in a lot across the street from the resort building near a small pond. Then you enter through a chain link gate on the left side of the Green resort building and step into another world.
A wooden staircase leads under the one lane bridge towering above. It bends a way down to the river passing by a spring that forms the waterfall further down. A platform has bench beside the spring and overlooks the river below. The end of staircase transitions to worn sandstone pathways. One trail leads to a cave behind the iconic waterfall that you can see from the bridge overlook above. Behind the waterfall in the cave is an pool carved out of the sandstone. A steel lined fence runs along the permitter of the cave to keep anyone from falling. Water droplets form rain beneath the eve of the cave as falls cascade past the opening, streaming down the sandstone face beyond the lip of the cave. I've often wondered if the water in the carved stone pool was heated at one time because to sit in that cold water in the shade of the overhang would be quite frigid.
Below the falls. When the river is low you can walk between two large overhanging stones to reach the waterfall. Draped on the sides are maidenhair ferns. On the other side of the stones in the other direction is a small rocky beach and another bath carved out of the sandstone. From here you can enjoy a swim to the water fall or a float down the green alley to another beach farther down. This area is only safe to swim at very low water levels that can be found only at the end of July and August.
Beyond the stairs the trail continues further along a worn sandstone path between beds of bright green moss. It turns beneath a stone archway made by two leaning sandstone rocks. Ivy hangs at the side of the doorway leading to the river beyond. Walking through it feels like your entering a lost world of wilderness. There the trail continues across the sandstone and into a forest growing on the stones. The footpaths are slippery. Above the pathway is another smaller but taller waterfall cascades 100 feet above the river.
The trail reaches a sandstone overlook and then a sharp path leads down to a small moon shaped rocky beach right at a surf wave called Paradise Ledge. A small pool behind the rocky outcrop next to the ledge is a great place to wade in on a hot summer day. In the early part of the year you might catch a show of white water kayakers surfing the play wave. In the fall you can glimpse a salmon leaping up the narrow ledge of water or resting in a small sandstone pool at the swift waters edge.
On the other side of the river you can access the Gorge by turning west into a grassy parking area through an open gate. Just beyond the gate is a cement and steel box for your $5 entry fee. Park and follow the trail past the sign says "River Access" that is posted on a tree. From there a steep trail leads down to where the kayakers put in. From the kayaker's trail you can find perches that overlook the falls and the green alley. A sloping sandstone beach marks the entry and exit for kayakers and is a sunny spot at mid day along the river corridor. From the parking area you can continue straight through another gate and explore the Old Town of Franklin and river access previously posted on my blog.
Being able to access this part of the river is a treat. For years it was closed and although I was given permission to explore the area for my conservation work it feels less like trespassing now that it is open to the public and can be enjoyed by all. However, as with any privilege, all it will take is a few yahoos jumping off the cliffs, leaving their trash, or just being jerks for this area to be closed again. So bring your curiosity, a good pair of skid proof shoes, and enjoy the area. Please take your garbage with you and use common sense when accessing the water for swimming or floating.
My next blog post will be about the river downstream of the Gorge. A secret swimming spot, a coal car, and a mushroom rock.


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Two thousand years ago, a gathering of people in a middle-eastern city began a movement that would circle the globe and leave its mark on individuals and cultures on every continent. This movement would eventually become known as The Church.
The Church is a movement, and it's still moving.
This Pentecost season, join us as we bring to life the story of the local church movement.
big BEGINNING
May 20, 2018
When we think of church, why is a building the first thing that comes to mind? Is a church a place full of robes and pews? Bands and banners? Or is church meant to refer to something different?
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June 10, 2018
There are many ways to understand the message of Christianity. But what was the essential message that ignited a movement that continues today?
Special Music:
Sister Let Me Be Your Servant
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May 27, 2018
God invites us to pray for many things, like friends and family. While this is good, the early church provides us a model for praying bigger, bolder prayers.
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June 17, 2018
Does the Church matter? Has the Church's message made a difference in history? Is the Church's message for eternal life also a message for a better life?
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June 3, 2018
Are we practicing safe Christianity or BOLD Christianity? The early church was marked with boldness, not secrecy and timidity. When they left their comfort zone, and took risks, that's when God showed up!
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Coming June 24, 2018
How can our church make a difference in our community and in the world? Today our mission team from El Salvador shares some of their experiences from their recent trip.


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This Devil's Food Cake with Salted Espresso Buttercream Frosting is the ultimate chocolate decadence perfect for a chocolate and coffee lover. Chocolate ganache is sandwiched between chocolate sponges and covered in the silkiest salted espresso boiled milk buttercream frosting.
This week has been absolutely delightful. Monsoon finally decided to set in fully, instantly bringing the temperature by several degrees. The air is fresh and pleasant and the scorching heat is replaced by the kiss of cool breeze. I absolutely love it, every minute of it! This change in the weather obviously calls for a decadent sweet treat and what better way to celebrate than with this devil's food cake with salted espresso buttercream frosting.
This devils food cake with salted espresso buttercream frosting would be ideal not only for a special occasion but also on a day when you're really craving something decadent and full of sinful goodness of chocolate and coffee. This is one flavour pairing that will be at the top of the flavour combo hall of fame!
The chocolate ganache that I've made here uses a 1:1 ratio of heavy cream and dark chocolate. This gives a lusciously thick sauce that cools and thickens to a spreadable consistency that is perfect for the filling of the deep rich chocolate layers.
As for the buttercream frosting, I've used the boiled milk buttercream technique, you can find the video on my YouTube channel or I've even added that video down below. This shows you a neat step by step look into how you can make silky smooth buttercream frosting that gives you complete control on the level of sweetness you'd like the frosting to have or the flavour profile that you'd like to give this.
Into this frosting goes freshly brewed Espresso. I have a Nespresso machine at home (not sponsored). I used the Volluto capsule to make the espresso that went into this buttercream. If you're using this machine, you can try the more intense blends if this is something you prefer. Although I love a rich dark roast and would have loved to use Arpeggio or Dharkan variety, I used Volluto as my family is not big on coffee and prefer milder flavour as opposed to strong ones.
If you do not have an espresso maker at home, you can also use instant coffee powder. Just use 1 – 2 teaspoons of the instant coffee powder and add about 2 tablespoons (or 30 mls) hot boiling water to the coffee. The resulting coffee will flavour the buttercream frosting.
This devils food cake with salted espresso buttercream frosting is what chocolate and coffee dreams are made of. Make this for your loved ones, I promise you, this cake won't last a minute!
- 45 grams cocoa powder
- 200 mls boiling water
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoons vanilla
- 200 grams all purpose flour
- 150 grams light brown sugar
- 100 grams caster sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 200 grams butter
- 4 tablespoons flour
- 125 mls full fat milk
- 125 mls heavy cream
- 240 grams caster sugar
- 220 grams salted butter
- 40 mls freshly brewed espresso
- 100 grams dark chocolate
- 100 grams heavy cream
- To make the chocolate cake layers, first preheat oven to 160 C / 325 F
- In a bowl, add cocoa powder and instant coffee powder. To this add the boiling water and mix thoroughly. Keep it aside and let it cool to room temperature.
- In the meantime, begin sifting the dry ingredients in the bowl of a stand mixer. This includes the flour, caster sugar, baking soda and baking powder.
- I've used salted butter in this recipe but if you use unsalted, then also add 1/4th teaspoon of salt in the dry mix while sifting.
- To this mix, add butter and mix on low speed until the butter is uniformly combined with the flour mix.
- You may have to use a spatula to go around the sides and bottom of the bowl to make sure everything is well combined.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well between each addition
- Finally add the cooled cocoa powder and water mix along the sides of the bowl in a thin steady stream until it is well incorporated.
- Scrape the sides and bottom again to ensure that the cocoa powder is uniformly mixed with the rest of the batter.
- Grease 2 six inch cake tins with butter and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
- Distribute the batter as evenly as possible between the two tins and bake for about 35 - 40 mins or until a skewer inserted in the center of the cake emerges clean and the cake itself feels springy to the touch.
- Let the cakes stay in the tin for about 20 minutes, then invert them onto cooling racks ensuring that their tops remain on top.
- Let them cool completely, preferably overnight. To do so, you can wrap the layers in cling film.
- To make the Boiled milk buttercream frosting, heat milk and cream in a saucepan.
- Add sugar and mix until it dissolves.
- Then add the flour and whisk.
- Boil this mix for 3 minutes.
- Transfer to a bowl and cover the surface with parchment paper to ensure that a skin doesn't form.
- Let this mix cool down to room temperature.
- Once cool, beat softened room temperature butter until it's smooth using wire whisk attachment.
- Add the cooled pudding mix in three additions, beating on medium high speed for 30 seconds between each addition.
- After adding the final addition, increase speed to medium high and whip for 2 minutes.
- Add the espresso shot and beat again for about 30 - 45 seconds until combined.
- To make the ganache, mix the chocolate and heavy cream in a microwave safe bowl.
- Heat in the microwave at 10 seconds intervals, mixing well until it starts to melt and looks glossy.
- Do not heat the mix all at once as this can burn the chocolate.
- Let the ganache cool to room temperature. As it cools, it will thicken
- To assemble the cake, slice one cake layer into two equal parts. This way there would be 4 layers.
- Add a bit of ganache to the cake stand so the cake layer won't slide off.
- Place a layer, add ganache, stack another layer and repeat with the rest of the layers and ganache.
- Frost the outside and top of the cake with the salted espresso buttercream frosting.
- Crumb coat. Refrigerate for 5 - 6 hours or freeze for 20 minutes.
- Coat the cake with more frosting.
- Decorate with flowers.
- Serve.


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Trump creates more controversy with congressional GOP meetings
Donald Trump's presidential campaign has a variety of hurdles to overcome, including his lack of support from congressional Republicans. The more the presumptive GOP nominee gets himself into trouble, the less Republicans on Capitol Hill step up to defend him.
And with that in mind, Trump spent some time with lawmakers yesterday, addressing House and Senate Republicans separately, hoping to cultivate a stronger relationship. How'd that go? The closed-door discussions appear to have gone in a very Trump-like direction.
Donald Trump's attempts to win over skeptical Congressional Republicans grew tense Thursday when Arizona Sen. Jeff Flake confronted the presumptive GOP presidential nominee over his incendiary comments about Sen. John McCain, according to a source familiar with the closed-door meeting.Flake stood up for his fellow Arizona lawmaker by introducing himself to Trump as "the other senator from Arizona, the one who didn't get captured," referring to Trump's criticism of McCain's time as a prisoner of war during the Vietnam War."Listen, I'm not part of this never Trump movement," Flake said, according to the source, "But I'm in a very uncomfortable position where I can't support you yet."
According to the Washington Post's account, Trump was the one who picked the fight, complaining about Flake's criticisms. After their heated back and forth, Trump reportedly threatened to go after Flake publicly and ensure his defeat in 2016 – which led the Arizona senator to remind Trump that he's not actually going to be on the ballot in 2016.
While the gathering was not recorded, and we can't say with certainty exactly who said what, Flake later told NBC News' Hallie Jackson on camera that the story of the meeting "was reported accurately." He added that his confrontation with Trump "was pretty intense."
Remember, this was supposed to be a nice, friendly chat among Republicans, helping the party feel more comfortable with its presidential candidate. But even an informal get-together between GOP senators and Trump can be the basis for a new controversy.
After the meeting, several GOP senators were seen "emerging from an alley next to the gas station," suggesting they weren't exactly proud of their attendance at the Republican gathering.
Wait, it gets worse.
Trump's meeting with Senate Republicans may have gotten a little ugly, but maybe he had better luck impressing House Republicans? The Washington Post's report added this gem:
Rep. Mark Sanford (R-S.C.) left the meeting worried about Trump's grasp on the basics of the Constitution. At a lunch with reporters afterward, he recalled that the candidate did not seem to know what he was promising to defend."I wasn't particularly impressed," Sanford said. "It was the normal stream of consciousness that's long on hyperbole and short on facts. At one point, somebody asked about Article I powers: What will you do to protect them? I think his response was, 'I want to protect Article I, Article II, Article XII,' going down the list."
There are seven articles to the U.S. Constitution. There is no 12th.


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Stephen Kearney
Profile Bio
- BirthPlace:
- Wellington, NZ
- Joined Club:
- 2017
- Previous Club:
- Parramatta Eels (2011-2012)
- Nickname:
- Mooks
- Biography:
Answering to the nickname 'Mooks', Stephen has been head coach at the Vodafone Warriors since 2017 following a successful term at Kiwi coach from 2008 to 2016.
He finished his decorated playing career in 2005, having made a total of 264 NRL appearances for Western Suburbs, the Warriors and Melbourne (a total which was then a record for a New Zealander in the competition). His final playing season was with Hull FC in England while at international the former Kiwi captain appeared in 45 Tests, fifth equal on New Zealand's all-time list.
After retiring Stephen immediately moved into coaching in 2006, initially as an assistant coach at the Storm, before he was appointed to the Kiwis' job in 2008.
In nine seasons as Kiwi coach, Kearney led the national side to unprecedented success. As well as winning the World Cup for the first time in 2008 followed by the Four Nations victories in 2010 and 2014, Kearney guided the Kiwis to a breakthrough Anzac Test win in 2015 to complete a run of three consecutive wins over the Kangaroos.
Apart from assistant coach roles with Melbourne (2006-2010) and Brisbane (2013-2016), he was head coach with Parramatta in 2011-2012. He's the second former Vodafone Warrior to become head coach following Ivan Cleary (2006-2011).
Club Coaching Record
- Won
- 30
- Lost
- 44
- Win Percentage


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Climb Newcastle News: ASBO 14 Pre-Event Info
When?ASBO 14 takes place on Friday 9th May 2014 - you can enter the fun competition any time between 12 and 8:30pm and come down to spectate from 9pm for the finals.
What's it about?
The ASBO, or Annual Spring Boulder Open, is a competition that mixes the fun of our friday competitions with a a spectacular final giving the chance to witness the best climbers of the North East and beyond compete.
How much does it cost?
Entering the ASBO costs nothing more than your normal entry fee.
Plus... you get a free ASBO 14 t-shirt if you are one of the first 200 through the door!
Such a big event with no premium is unusual in the climbing world and yes we do run the ASBO at a huge loss - if you feel like we're giving you too much then please go and spend some pennies in the shop!
Can I Spectate?
Yes, that's the best part! You'll want to come down to watch the final - see timings below.
Format of the Day
12-8:30pm - Qualification/Fun Comp: The first part of the day is a fun competition in the style of the Winter Bouldering Series but with a finishing time half an hour earlier, 8:30pm. This part of the competition also acts as qualification for the final with the top 5 male and female competitors going through. Expect a wild variety of problems including some extra special volumes coming out for the occasion. You will have 30 problems to try in the entire difficulty spectrum, font 3-7c+ and between midday and 8:30pm to try them.
9-10:30pm (approx) - The Finals: At 9pm the finals begin - the top 5 male and female competitors (from any category, in previous years juniors have finished as high as 2nd) will battle it out to be ASBO 14 winners. This will be a spectator event and you will most certainly want to hang around! Spectating is entirely free for the final.
Approx 10:30pm - Prize-Giving and Raffle: At roughly 10:30pm we'll raffle out some prizes, you just need to hand a scorecard in to enter, and crown the ASBO 14 winners.
Approx 11pm - After-Party: Unofficial meeting place afterwards will be at the Cluny in the Ouseburn at roughly 11pm for a few beverages.
Who supports the ASBO comp?
This year we're proud to be presenting ASBO 14 in partnership with:
Scarpa have designed manufactured and hand built the world's greatest outdoor footwear for over 70 years...
Manufacturer and retailer of climbing holds, finger boards and bouldering gear.
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4 Ways to Save Eggs-tra Money on Easter
March 28, 2019 | By Mason Roberts
When Easter comes around, it's right around the time of year many Americans are finally recovering from their holiday spending from the previous year. We forget how much money is actually spent on even the more minor holidays like Easter.
Get More Bunny for Less Money
Chocolate bunnies, eggs, baskets, egg-coloring kits, Easter grass, and trips to the mall for pictures with the Easter Bunny can all add up to a substantial amount of cash. If you're trying to stay on top of your budget this Easter, here are 4 ways you could save some egg-stra money!
Grab the Candy the Night Before
Don't rush off to snatch up the peeps and chocolate bunnies just yet. Contrary to what you might believe, it pays to procrastinate sometimes. When holiday items first hit the store shelves, you can bet your bottom dollar they're tagged at full retail price.
Unless you want to pay extra money simply to get your holiday errands done early, hold off until Easter's a lot closer; preferably the night before. The options may be slightly more limited, but you'll save a basket-full of money.
Recycle Last Year's Easter Basket
It goes without saying that recycling your Easter stuff from last year will save you money. If you still have last year's Easter baskets sitting on the shelf in the walk-in closet, use them again.
There's no sense in spending extra money on stuff you already have. The kids won't care too much about the basket anyway. It's what's nestled inside that makes gets them excited!
Make Your Own Dye and Hide Your Own Eggs
It doesn't pay to spend money on special dye kits when you could easily make your own at home. Just take a small pot, fill it with 4 cups of water and bring it to a boil. Add 1 tsp of vinegar and about 10 drops of food coloring.
Repeat these steps for all the colors you want to make and you're done! And as far as the traditional egg hunt goes, do it at home. It's easier and cheaper to hold a family Easter egg hunt at the homestead than to pack everyone into the car and drive to an organized Easter event. You'll spend less money and more time with your family.
Make Easter Dinner at Home
A holiday doesn't have to always include going out to a restaurant for dinner. In fact, most families prefer to stay home on holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas, so why should Easter be any different?
This Easter Sunday, put a ham in the oven and spend the afternoon relaxing at home while dinner's cooking. There are plenty of delicious Easter dinner recipes that you can easily find on sites like AllRecipes.com and Pinterest. A nice home-cooked meal beats navigating the expense and stress of a pricey meal at an over-crowded restaurant.
How Title Loans Could Help Give You a Hoppy Easter
You don't always need a high-paying job to keep money in the bank. A solid budget and some planning is all it takes to stay on top of your finances. But if you're currently going through a financial rough patch, searching "title loans" could offer some much-needed financial relief. If banks and other creditors have turned you down for a loan this spring, a South Carolina title loan could put emergency cash in your pocket today.


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Utility worker killed near Northern California wildfire
CLEARLAKE, Calif. (AP) — A utility worker was killed near a Northern California wildfire as crews working in sweltering conditions battled multiple blazes, including twin fires that exploded in size and forced hundreds more to evacuate rural communities, officials said Sunday.
The Pacific Gas and Electric employee was fatally injured in a vehicle-related accident Saturday on the western edge of the Carr Fire in Shasta County, utility spokeswoman Melissa Subbotin said. Jairus Ayeta, who was in his 20s, worked as an apprentice lineman and was part of a PG&E crew working in "dangerous terrain" to restore power, she said.
Ayeta is the seventh person to die in the immense blaze that has been burning for two weeks near Redding, where armies of firefighters and fleets of aircraft continue battling the flames about 100 miles (160 kilometers) south of the Oregon state line. Two firefighters and four residents, including two children, were also killed. The fire was more than 40 percent contained Sunday.
Meanwhile to the south, new evacuations were ordered Saturday evening near twin fires burning in Mendocino and Lake counties across wilderness on both sides of Clear Lake. Dry, hot winds fueled both blazes, which have collectively charred nearly 400 square miles (1,036 square kilometers) of brush and timber. The entire so-called Mendocino Complex Fire is now one of the largest on record in the state, officials said.
The Ranch Fire was just 22 percent contained, and the River Fire was 50 percent contained. New evacuations were ordered in neighboring Glenn and Colusa counties, including an area just east of the boundary of Mendocino National Forest.
Some 15,000 structures were threatened, 68 homes have been destroyed and at least a dozen are damaged, officials said.
The fire remained several miles from the evacuated communities along the eastern shore of the lake, but "it looks like there's dicey weather on the way," California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection spokeswoman Jane LaBoa said.
Meteorologist Steve Anderson said wind gusts could reach 25 mph (40 kph) during the day Sunday. Temperatures will remain hot all week across much of the state including Southern California, where red flag warnings for increased fire danger are in place.
Gov. Jerry Brown on Saturday toured Redding neighborhoods wiped out by flames and called on President Donald Trump to help California fight and recover from the devastating wildfire season.
"The president has been pretty good on helping us in disasters, so I'm hopeful," said Brown, a Democrat. "Tragedies bring people together."
On Sunday, Trump tweeted Sunday that the wildfires hitting California are "being magnified & made so much worse by the bad environmental laws which aren't allowing massive amount of readily available water to be properly utilized." Trump said the water is being diverted into the Pacific Ocean.
The president also called for clearing trees to stop the fires from spreading.
Some areas on the fire's southeastern flank in Redding were reopened to relieved residents.
The Carr Fire, which incinerated 1,067 homes, started with sparks from the steel wheel of a towed-trailer's flat tire, Department of Agriculture and Fire Prevention officials said.
The fire burned slowly for days before winds suddenly whipped it up last week and drove it quickly through dry brush and trees.
It burned so furiously on July 26 that it created what is called a fire whirl. The twirling tower of flame reached speeds of 143 mph (230 kph), which rivaled some of the most destructive Midwest tornados, National Weather Service meteorologist Duane Dykema said. The whirl uprooted trees and tore roofs from homes, Dykema said.
There are at least 18 major fires burning throughout California, authorities said. In all, they have destroyed hundreds of homes, killed eight people — including two firefighters assisting in a wildfire near Yosemite National Park.
On Sunday, the National Park Service announced that parts of Yosemite National Park will remain closed indefinitely because of growing fires in areas near and on the park. The park service says the parts of Yosemite that will remain closed include Yosemite Valley, El Portal Road, Wawona Road, Big Oak Flat Road, Glacier Point, the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, the Merced Grove of Giant Sequoias, Wawona Campground, Crane Flat Campground and Tamarack Campground.
Hundreds of colleagues, family and friends attended a memorial service Saturday in Fresno for National Forest Service Capt. Brian Hughes. He was killed July 29 by a falling tree while fighting the blaze that has closed Yosemite at the height of tourist season.
Firefighters have achieved more than 40 percent containment of that fire, which had reached into remote areas of the country's third-oldest national park.
Follow AP's wildfire coverage here: https://apnews.com/tag/Wildfires


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2006-07-18, 07:47
I just reinstalled it, and suddenly it won't start. Whenever I get passed the Window or Full screen selection, it suddenly crashes.
2006-07-18, 08:13
Oh and I haven't applied the patch yet. And full installing to another drive didn't help either.
2006-08-03, 06:32
You've proberly tried this, but have you tried both full screen and window mode to see if one works and the other doesn't? I assume it worked fine before, since you reinstalled it?
Do videos normally play correctly on the PC? If I remember correctly, it plays a video after the selection. Sometimes if the wrong codecs and such are installed videos will stall and crash.
Are you installing it to a recent Windows operating system? I can't remember what it will and won't work on.
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2006-08-03, 10:09
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