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http://www.kusip.co.uk/46/plot-one | 2016-07-30T07:14:24 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-30/segments/1469257832942.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20160723071032-00187-ip-10-185-27-174.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.938741 | 114 | CC-MAIN-2016-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-30__0__17924141 | en | Plot One is the largest plot of 13 at over 10 acres, and lies at the main entrance to the University campus. The northern most point of the development site, this is the proposed location for a hotel development.
Access will be via the main entrance road and the site is located on the left. The School of Medicine is directly adjacent to the site as you look West.
|Plot Number||Square Metres||Square Feet||Acres|
|One - Proposed site for hotel development||44,370||477,594||10.96| | geography |
https://www.artistmia.net/post/idyllic-location | 2023-12-02T11:19:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100399.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20231202105028-20231202135028-00580.warc.gz | 0.981087 | 131 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__230561350 | en | As you know, Hurricane Ian destroyed Fort Myers Beach and much of Naples. My prayers go out to the families that have been impacted by such events. Although I'm not a Florida native, I have always felt like it was home. The beautiful beaches and seascapes have captured the hearts of many and drawn them to this idyllic location. Now many are suffering as their livelihood and dreams have been swept away by the storm. May we all come together to help one another rebuild with a sense of hope and purpose.
There are several organizations that are leading the clean-up and rebuilding efforts. Please consider supporting them in any way you can. | geography |
https://www.gurriwanyarrawc.com.au/venue/acknowledgement-of-country | 2024-04-23T02:46:53 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818452.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20240423002028-20240423032028-00056.warc.gz | 0.945518 | 114 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__120253365 | en | Acknowledgement of Country
Belgravia Leisure and the City of Greater Bendigo acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the municipality.
The City of Greater Bendigo is on both Dja Dja Wurrung and Taungurung Country, whose ancestors and their descendants are the traditional owners of this Country.
We acknowledge that they have been custodians for many centuries and continue to perform age-old ceremonies of celebration, initiation and rAcknowledgement of Countryenewal. We acknowledge their living culture and their unique role in the life of this region. | geography |
https://levinskys.com/location.html | 2023-12-02T18:25:45 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100448.65/warc/CC-MAIN-20231202172159-20231202202159-00540.warc.gz | 0.910631 | 176 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__284126537 | en | Our store is located off Route 302 in North Windham, about 15 miles northwest of Portland.
From the Maine turnpike north of Gray (exit 63) remain on I-95 South until exit 63. At the end of the ramp take a left and follow Route 115 for about 7 miles. In North Windham take a left onto Route 302 / Roosevelt Trail. After 0.4 miles Levinsky's will be on your left.
From the Maine turnpike south of Portland (exit 48) remain on I-95 North until exit 48. At the end of the ramp turn right onto Riverside Street and continue straight for 1.5 miles. Take a left onto Forest Avenue / Route 302 West. Follow Route 302 for approximately 10 miles until you see Levinsky's on your right.
Ample parking is available in front of and adjacent to the store. | geography |
http://vas15.dipc.org/venue.html | 2023-01-30T18:43:50 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764499826.71/warc/CC-MAIN-20230130165437-20230130195437-00024.warc.gz | 0.897846 | 563 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__94697752 | en | June 22-26, 2015 ▪ Donostia-San Sebastián, Spain
Donostia-San Sebastián is located in the northeast
of the Spanish Basque Country:
110 km from Bilbao, 500 km from Madrid, and 800 km from Paris.
It is a charming medium-size city set in a picturesque countryside,
on the edge of the Gulf of Biscay and surrounded by mountains.
A city of deep-rooted international tourist traditions dating back
to the 19th century, San Sebastián offers quite a few
attractions, a varied choice of hotels and, above all, what is now
one of the most creative gastronomies in the world.
See also some suggested activities beyond the scientific program here.
The venue will be the historical place Palacio de Miramar,
built as a vacation resort for Maria Christina of Austria
who ruled Spain in the end of the 19th century.
It is located on a small hilltop overlooking the beautiful bay of San Sebastián.
There are three main airports that can be used to reach San Sebastián (zoom out in this map):
Bilbao airport, Spain (IATA: BIO, 100 km. from the city center). About 1 hour drive from San Sebastián. An international airport with connections to all major cities in Europe (London, Paris, Frankfurt, Brussels, Rome,...). The most convenient one for overseas travellers in terms of connections and air fares. A direct shuttle bus running every hour connects the airport with San Sebastián for about 17 euros. The bus time table is available at www.pesa.net (search between "LOIU AIREPORTUA" and "DONOSTIA/SAN SEBASTIAN").
San Sebastián airport, Spain (IATA: EAS, 25 km. from the city center). Next to the town of Hondarribia, about 30 minutes drive from San Sebastián. A small airport with domestic connections to Madrid and Barcelona. Iberia flies to this airport. Convenient when a connection through Madrid is possible. A taxi connecting the airport and the city should be around 30 euros.
The airport is also connected to the city center with lines E20 and E21 operated by Ekialdebus.
Biarritz airport, France (IATA: BIQ, 50 km. from the city center). 40 minutes drive from San Sebastián. Air France flies to this airport, and some low-cost airlines such as Ryanair also fly here. Convenient when flying from France or London. Public transportation is complicated between Biarritz and San Sebastián. | geography |
https://www.shrewsburyconservatives.org.uk/news/written-parliamentary-question-flood-risk-shrewsbury | 2021-11-28T06:15:00 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-49/segments/1637964358469.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20211128043743-20211128073743-00060.warc.gz | 0.966655 | 497 | CC-MAIN-2021-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-49__0__106653168 | en | Our MP Daniel Kawczynski submitted the following question to Rebecca Pow, minister at DEFRA to establish the latest position regarding the flood risk for Shrewsbury:
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps the Government is taking to reduce the risk of flooding in Shrewsbury from the River Severn.
The reply is as follows:
The Environment Agency (EA) owns and operates 13 flood defence assets in the Shrewsbury area, which provide flood protection to business and communities from the River Severn and its tributaries. These existing flood risk management assets are maintained to ensure they remain operational, protecting the communities they are designed for, with dedicated teams in place to operate them 24 hours a day.
After the 2019/2020 winter foods, £605,000 was allocated to repair flood defence assets, covering both the Frankwell and Coleham flood risk management schemes which together provide protection to around 250 properties. All work has been completed and these schemes are fully operational. The EA is currently planning further maintenance work on these defences following the winter 2020/2021 floods.
Last year, the Government announced that up to £170 million would be spent to accelerate work on 22 shovel-ready flood defence schemes, to begin construction before the end of 2021/2022. This included up to £30 million for the Severn Valley Water Management Scheme located in Shrewsbury, and up to £5.4 million for a scheme combining natural flood risk management, tree planting and habitat creation to reduce flood risk and capture carbon throughout the Severn Valley.
Across the wider Severn catchment, the EA continues to progress a pilot for the government funded long term investment pathways/Adaptation Pathways, with £1.5 million secured from April 2021, for six years. This project will look ahead at least 50 years, to work out what flood defences are necessary in the long term and when they should be built to avoid unnecessary investment costs in future and missed opportunities.
The EA, along with other members of the River Severn Partnership, is currently investigating what further measures may be implemented to reduce flood risk in Shrewsbury. As well as the potential for new proposals, on which the EA is working with local partners, the role and lifespan of existing flood risk management assets with regard to climate change, is also being considered.
The answer was submitted on 06 Jul 2021 at 17:39. | geography |
http://186.170.149.173.ipaddress.com/ | 2017-01-21T17:21:35 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560281162.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095121-00350-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.692838 | 179 | CC-MAIN-2017-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-04__0__259890287 | en | We found that the organization for IP address 126.96.36.199 is Telefonica Moviles Colombia in Bogotá, Distrito Especial, Colombia.
A more detailed IP address report for 188.8.131.52 is below. At the time you pulled this report, the time zone of 184.108.40.206 is America/Bogota, and the current local time of 220.127.116.11 is 21.01.2017 12:21:35. More IP details of 18.104.22.168 are shown below along with a location of the address on a map.
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|ISP/Hosting:||Telefonica Moviles Colombia|
|Local Time:||01/21/2017 12:21 PM| | geography |
https://www.lowertownliving.com/ | 2023-12-01T13:54:53 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100287.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20231201120231-20231201150231-00595.warc.gz | 0.894384 | 255 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__295856914 | en | Lowertown Commons & Parkside Apartments
Nestled in the heart of St. Paul's iconic Lowertown district, Lowertown Living invites you to experience a unique blend of historic charm and contemporary luxury. Comprising two landmark buildings – Lowertown Commons and Parkside Apartments – our community captures the spirit of the past while offering all the modern amenities you seek in urban living. Located just steps from the buzzing St. Paul Saints stadium, the Union Depot station, and Mears Park. Relish weekly visits to the St. Paul Farmers Market and enjoy seamless connectivity with the nearby LightRail line.
Every apartment tells a story. With 14-foot ceilings, exposed brick walls, sleek stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and panoramic windows, each space blends the old with the new. Whether you are drawn to a platform loft-style multi-story abode, or a cozy single level, Lowertown Living has the perfect home for you.
Dive into the rich history of our buildings. Lowertown Commons, built in 1905, once housed the St. Paul Rubber Company, while The Parkside, constructed in 1883, was the bustling Daisy Carriage and Buggy Dealership before transforming into a renowned Gotzian Shoe Company. | geography |
https://sfrandonneurs.org/orr-springs-600k.htm | 2024-04-14T10:30:10 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816879.25/warc/CC-MAIN-20240414095752-20240414125752-00234.warc.gz | 0.92888 | 1,793 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__132052107 | en | The Orr Springs 600K is a 380-mile clockwise loop from San Francisco to Ukiah, in Mendocino County, and back. It explores remote roads—some of them unpaved—in the Mendocino Range and the Mayacama Mountains, and accumulates over 29,000 feet of climbing. This course challenges even strong riders, but it rewards with fantastic scenery and uncommon isolation. It is a colossal experience, possibly closer to a 1200Km grande randonnée than to a traditional 600Km brevet.
The GPS claims 383 miles and 29,029 feet of climbing, but the numbers are reductive. The Orr Springs 600 is much more: three-hour stretches without a car in sight; ripe blackberries by the fistful; long dirt climbs in the shadow of Douglas firs; the Milky Way aglow over a pitch-black landscape; dawn over the Mayacamas; the feeling of coming home after having been far, far away.
We start in darkness, at 4am, to make the most of the first day of riding and improve the chances of overnight rest in Ukiah. From San Francisco to Tomales we retrace the return leg of the Old Cazadero 300. The road feels very different in this direction and so early in the day: the air is cold, the ocean dark beneath the cliffs. We ride twenty or thirty miles between car sightings. The only downside is that Point Reyes Station (mile 35) is still asleep at this hour—no pastries to be had from Bovine Bakery.
The wide-open views and rolling farmland of coastal Marin end near Freestone. We enter redwood forest and climb the gentle grades of Bohemian Highway to the first control in Occidental (mile 67). It's wise to keep this stop short—the legs are still fresh and the climbing has hardly started.
Redwoods shade a fast descent to the Russian River, and before long we're in the hamlet of Cazadero, a crossroads of the SFR adventure series brevets. For the next 25 miles we retrace one of the most scenic sections of the King Ridge 400. King Ridge Road follows Austin Creek at first, then rises steeply via a series of tight turns. The redwoods of the valley floor give way to stands of oak and laurel, which in turn give way to open meadows as we climb. The road clings to a ridge barely wider than the pavement itself, and sublime views open up in every direction. To the west, ocean meets sky in a pale blue haze. To the north, serrated ridges recede into the distance, foreshadowing the road to Ukiah.
A steep, sometimes hair-raising descent on Skaggs Springs Road drops us to within a stone's throw of the surf at Stewarts Point. Ten miles further north we cross the Gualala River and enter Mendocino County. The Gualala control (mile 120) makes a great lunch spot.
Now comes a highlight of the course: Fish Rock Road, a rarely used and largely unpaved connector between the Mendocino coast and Anderson Valley wine country. Steep asphalt climbs from sea level to 1300 feet before dropping back down to 800. Then the pavement ends, and it's 3.8 miles of loose gravel at 9% average grade, with ramps in excess of 15%, to the top of the ridge. The dirt continues for five more miles before reverting to rough pavement. Much of the road is wooded, but the occasional lookout reveals how far we've climbed. A corkscrew descent with a posted 5mph speed limit makes for a memorable photo. Eventually we emerge onto Highway 128, dazed by the sudden presence of cars and armed with a renewed appreciation for the capabilities of the bicycle.
Boonville (mile 160) is a fine choice for an early dinner and also a good place to stock up on food for the road. There are no reliable services until Ukiah, 56 miles (and approximately 6000 feet of climbing) away. After a brisk run down the Anderson Valley, we turn right onto Flynn Creek Road, where lush forest, silken pavement, and low traffic create perfect cycling conditions.
For most of us, night falls somewhere on Orr Springs Road between Comptche and Ukiah. The Orr Hot Springs were part of the inspiration for this route, but sadly, their pricing and reservation policies make them unsuitable for a brevet control location. However, the road is remarkable in its own right. It consists of two climbs totaling almost 4000 feet of elevation gain, separated by a descent deep into the South Fork Big River valley, where the hot springs lie. In many places the road is barely wider than a pickup truck, and the pavement is marginal at best. Darkness in these parts deprives us of grand vistas, but the night sky makes up for that loss: there is no light pollution here, and the stars seem close enough to touch. Consider stopping, turning off all lights, and admiring the universe for a minute.
Ukiah's brightly lit main drag makes a jarring contrast to these mountain roads, but the local Safeway (mile 216) is a welcome sight after so many hours on the bike. There are also several motels nearby; it's not a bad idea to get some rest here.
To achieve the time limits of upcoming controls, it is advisable to leave Ukiah before dawn. River Road at this time is deserted, and the flat miles pass quickly. To the east, lightening sky reveals the sharp profile of the Mayacama Mountains. Near Hopland we turn left, directly into the hills. Old Toll Road is 16 miles of well-packed dirt and gentle grades. Oaks festooned in Spanish moss arc over the road, and the glow of sunrise bathes rugged hills of chaparral. There are no cars.
The ridge now behind us, we ascend from the flats of Lake County to Cobb Mountain, the highest summit in the Mayacamas. The paved road up the north side is long but never steep. The top of the climb is the highest point of this ride, and it provides the potential energy for a fabulous high-speed descent into Middletown (mile 276). Breakfast at Hardester's feels well-earned.
Two miles out of town comes the final major challenge of the ride. Western Mines Road is a twisty 3-mile strip of loose dirt that climbs 1500 feet over the eastern shoulder of Mount St Helena. It's not the longest climb of our ride, but it feels like the toughest. There's no shame in walking some of the steep turns. Pavement, however rough, resumes at the summit, and in short order we emerge from tree cover to admire sweeping views of Napa wine country and the western side of Mount St Helena. On a clear day we might see Mount Tam.
The longest continuous descent of our ride takes us into the Napa Valley, and from there it's less than 30 miles, mostly on flat or rolling roads, to lunch and the penultimate control in Sebastopol (mile 319). This is Gravenstein apple country—although many of the orchards, sadly, are being replaced by more profitable vineyards—and the smell of hay and apples fills the air on Pleasant Hill and Bloomfield Road.
The final 50 miles to San Francisco are familiar territory for local riders. Marin welcomes us with its pastoral scenery and—quite possibly, in the afternoon—a solid tail wind. The road is rarely flat, but the long grinding climbs of Sonoma and Mendocino are behind us. The biggest remaining obstacle is Wilson Hill: take a moment to look back from its summit to the distinctive profile of Mount St Helena on the horizon, and consider how far we've traveled. It's not quite all downhill to San Francisco from here, but it almost could be.Some perspectives on the Orr Springs 600
This is an uncommon 600K, and most cyclists will be close to the brevet time limits for much of the ride. Here are some ways to think about this ride if you are a randonneur or endurance cyclist:
- If a 1200K event is too much or simply won't fit into your schedule, the OS600 is a worthy stand-alone season goal. We recommend preparing for it by riding a full “Super Randonneur” series of 200-600K brevets.
- If you are riding a 1200K later in the summer, the OS600 makes for pretty good training—especially if you're planning on a hilly 1200.
- If you simply want to absorb a great variety of California scenery in one weekend, this ride is just the ticket. | geography |
https://www.bobdampolo.com/idx/listings/cooper-city-real-estate/ | 2020-07-02T08:56:59 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593655878639.9/warc/CC-MAIN-20200702080623-20200702110623-00577.warc.gz | 0.956957 | 181 | CC-MAIN-2020-29 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-29__0__99632701 | en | Real Estate in Cooper City, Broward County, Florida
Cooper City is a city in Broward County, Florida, United States. The city is named for Morris Cooper, who founded the community in 1959. The city's population was 28,547 at the 2010 census. Cooper City is part of the Miami metropolitan area, which was home to an estimated 6,012,331 people in 2015.
In 2006, with the annexation of the Waldrep Dairy Farm, Cooper City started construction on the first major new home construction project within the past few decades. It was expected the addition of the 530-acre (2.1 km2) property would add upwards of 4,000 new residents through 2011.
In 2007, Cooper City was rated as one of the Best 10 Towns for Families by Family Circle magazine.
This Real Estate IDX is (c) Diverse Solutions 2020. | geography |
https://www.vanillawood.com/bend-retreat | 2024-04-23T05:24:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818464.67/warc/CC-MAIN-20240423033153-20240423063153-00018.warc.gz | 0.959166 | 158 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__64052727 | en | Our clients were in search of the perfect family getaway. After spending a weekend in Central Oregon, they abandoned plans for a new build at the coast and set their sights on this townhouse on the banks of the Deschutes River in Bend, Oregon. Since Bend is all about the nature and the outdoor playground it offers, we wanted the inside of this family retreat and the finishes to feel as laid-back as its surrounding environment. With a focus on organic textures and materials that highlighted the clients’ incredible art collection, we let the abundant Eastern Oregon sunshine in and made room for the property’s incredible river views to take center stage. The goal was to create a relaxed and comfortable retreat with little fuss and a fresh and inviting interior. | geography |
https://www.digitalelements.tv/dronepilot | 2024-04-15T06:59:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816942.33/warc/CC-MAIN-20240415045222-20240415075222-00395.warc.gz | 0.913422 | 133 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__151625129 | en | Looking for a professional drone pilot in Rotorua? Look no further! Digital Elements is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and technical expertise to capture stunning aerial footage of Rotorua's beautiful landscapes and tourist attractions. From the majestic Redwoods Forest to the sparkling lakes and geothermal wonders, our team will take you on a breathtaking aerial journey like no other. We are fully licensed and insured, and follow strict safety protocols to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone involved. Contact us today to learn more about our drone services and how we can help you showcase the beauty of Rotorua from a unique perspective. | geography |
http://www.moderncapitalconcepts.com/ | 2014-10-23T21:54:53 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-42/segments/1413558067768.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20141017150107-00330-ip-10-16-133-185.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.918833 | 142 | CC-MAIN-2014-42 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-42__0__30733159 | en | Logan Square is my home.
Chicago is the city I love.
My clients are everywhere.
For clients outside of Illinois, we meet via Skype. I travel often to the east and west coasts for conferences and client appointments.
Khloé U. Karova holds Series 7 and 66 and is registered for securities in the following states: Illinois, Indiana, California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Maryland, Missouri, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Texas, and Alabama
Modern Capital Concepts, Inc. is Registered Investment Advisor in the states of Illinois and Texas.
Securities and advisory services are offered through LPL Financial, a Registered Investment Advisor, member FINRA /SIPC | geography |
http://lourdesraytown.org/Home/About | 2023-02-09T05:56:18 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764501407.6/warc/CC-MAIN-20230209045525-20230209075525-00075.warc.gz | 0.917141 | 116 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__301571063 | en | A Catholic Parish
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church is located at the corner of Blue Ridge Boulevard and East Gregory Boulevard in Raytown, Missouri. Parish office hours are 9:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Thursday.
Sunday Mass is celebrated: Saturdays: 5pm; Sundays: 8am, 10am, 5pm
Daily Mass is celebrated Monday through Thursday at 9am in the St. Pope John Paul the Great Perpetual Adoration Chapel.
Our Lady of Lourdes Parish • 8812 East Gregory • Raytown, MO 64133 | geography |
https://www.thewembleystore.com/collections/white/products/lis0006 | 2024-02-24T09:48:00 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474526.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20240224080616-20240224110616-00523.warc.gz | 0.862202 | 140 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__62666967 | en | The right bank of Isonzo river has gravelly and warm soils, which are crucial to gain greater structure. As for climate, it is characterized by wide changes of temperature due to winds coming from the Balkans and by Mediterranean influxes from the nearby sea. These aspects put together create in this area the right conditions for a “Friulian style of Sauvignon Blanc”.
Typology: White Dry
Grape Varieties: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy
Pairing: Perfect with rich fish dishes and fresh cheese.
Allergens: Contains Sulphites
Item Code: LIS0006 | geography |
https://www.amtf.org.au/visit/tasmania | 2023-09-22T14:04:47 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506420.84/warc/CC-MAIN-20230922134342-20230922164342-00468.warc.gz | 0.935779 | 171 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__274521940 | en | As Australia's only island state, access to Tasmania is by air and sea only.
Regular flights depart from Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane and fly direct to Hobart and Launceston.
Direct flights are also available from the Gold Coast, Adelaide and Perth to Hobart, and from Adelaide to Launceston.
Direct flights are also available from Melbourne to Wynyard (Burnie), Devonport, King and Flinders Island.
Link Airways are also now operating direct flights from Canberra to Hobart.
Alternatively many visitors travel to Tasmania from Melbourne by sea on the Spirit of Tasmania. Departing from Melbourne and arriving in Devonport, this has the added benefit of letting you bring your own car and make the most of Tasmania's touring potential.
Still curious about Tasmania? Click here to uncover more detail on our enchanting island. | geography |
https://www.ecoventuresenglish.com/post/indigenous-poetry-the-rising-seas | 2024-04-13T00:17:17 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816465.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20240412225756-20240413015756-00468.warc.gz | 0.939774 | 1,178 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__15943874 | en | As part of our series on Indigenous languages (and their importance in the fight against climate change), I want to share with you all this powerful spoken word poem.
RISE: From One Island to Another
I don't want to write much on this as I would so rather you listen, feel, and interpret these words in the way that feels most genuine to you. What I will say, is that in the fight against the undeniable climate crisis, language plays a vital role. The interplay of climate science and linguistics is called ecolinguistics and the below poem is one of the many examples of what this field is all about.
To keep temperatures from continuing to rise, we need scientists, politicians, and engineers. But we also need writers, thinkers, and artists. We need new ways of disseminating and demystifying the threat of climate change, the dangers we are all facing and will continue to face if we do nothing, or even if we do too little.
These women give us two new voices making an attempt to do exactly that. They are sharing their story. Will you listen? Will it change you? What is your story and what is keeping you from telling it?
Though I strongly recommend watching the video and listening to the women speak their words, especially the words of their native languages, you can find the lyrics typed out in full below.
Sister of ice and snow I’m coming to you from the land of my ancestors, from atolls, sunken volcanoes–undersea descent of sleeping giants
Sister of ocean and sand, I welcome you to the land of my ancestors –to the land where they sacrificed their lives to make mine possible –to the land of survivors.
I’m coming to you from the land my ancestors chose. Aelon Kein Ad, Marshall Islands, a country more sea than land. I welcome you to Kalaallit Nunaat, Greenland, the biggest island on earth.
Sister of ice and snow, I bring with me these shells that I picked from the shores of Bikini atoll and Runit Dome
Sister of ocean and sand, I hold these stones picked from the shores of Nuuk, the foundation of the land I call my home.
With these shells I bring a story of long ago two sisters frozen in time on the island of Ujae, one magically turned into stone the other who chose that life to be rooted by her sister’s side. To this day, the two sisters can be seen by the edge of the reef, a lesson in permanence.
With these rocks I bring a story told countless times a story about Sassuma Arnaa, Mother of the Sea, who lives in a cave at the bottom of the ocean.
This is a story about the guardian of the Sea. She sees the greed in our hearts, the disrespect in our eyes. Every whale, every stream, every iceberg are her children.
When we disrespect them she gives us what we deserve, a lesson in respect.
Do we deserve the melting ice? the hungry polar bears coming to our islands or the colossal icebergs hitting these waters with rage Do we deserve their mother, coming for our homes for our lives?
From one island to another I ask for solutions. From one island to another I ask for your problems
Let me show you the tide that comes for us faster than we’d like to admit. Let me show you airports underwater bulldozed reefs, blasted sands and plans to build new atolls forcing land from an ancient, rising sea, forcing us to imagine turning ourselves to stone.
Sister of ocean and sand, Can you see our glaciers groaning with the weight of the world’s heat? I wait for you, here, on the land of my ancestors, heart heavy with a thirst for solutions as I watch this land change while the World remains silent.
Sister of ice and snow, I come to you now in grief mourning landscapes that are always forced to change
first through wars inflicted on us then through nuclear waste dumped in our waters on our ice and now this.
Sister of ocean and sand, I offer you these rocks, the foundation of my home. On our journey may the same unshakable foundation connect us, make us stronger, than the colonizing monsters that to this day devour our lives for their pleasure. The very same beasts that now decide, who should live who should die.
Sister of ice and snow, I offer you this shell and the story of the two sisters as testament as declaration that despite everything we will not leave. Instead we will choose stone. We will choose to be rooted in this reef forever.
From these islands we ask for solutions. From these islands
we ask we demand that the world see beyond SUVs, ACs, their pre-packaged convenience their oil-slicked dreams, beyond the belief that tomorrow will never happen, that this is merely an inconvenient truth. Let me bring my home to yours. Let’s watch as Miami, New York, Shanghai, Amsterdam, London, Rio de Janeiro, and Osaka try to breathe underwater. You think you have decades before your homes fall beneath tides? We have years. We have months before you sacrifice us again before you watch from your tv and computer screens waiting to see if we will still be breathing while you do nothing.
My sister, From one island to another I give to you these rocks as a reminder that our lives matter more than their power that life in all forms demands the same respect we all give to money that these issues affect each and every one of us None of us is immune And that each and every one of us has to decide if we will rise | geography |
https://dreammountains.com/dreamteam/itinerary-team-machu-2016/ | 2023-12-02T17:49:37 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100448.65/warc/CC-MAIN-20231202172159-20231202202159-00485.warc.gz | 0.915541 | 1,728 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__277551939 | en | Departs Canada 21May and returns 3Jun
(B)-Breakfast — (L)-Lunch — (D)-Dinner
- Day 1 (21May)
- Day 2 (22May) arrive Lima and flight to Cuzco
- Day 3 (23May) (B,D)
- Day 4 (24May) (B)
- Day 5 (25May) Sacred Valley / Ollantaytambo (B)
- Day 6-9 (26-29May) Inca Trail (3B, 3L, 3D)
- Day 10 (30May) (B)
- Day 11 (31May) (B, D)
- Day 12 (01Jun) (B) Group Dinner
- Day 13 (02Jun) (B) Fly to Lima
- Day 14 (03Jun) early morning flight home 2:15am
In Cuzco meet your guide and transfer to your hotel. The day is free to relax and explore
the fascinating city of Cuzco, and to acclimatize to the altitude. Cuzco is the continent’s
oldest continuously inhabited city, and the hub of the South American travel network.
The city attracts travellers who come not just to visit a unique destination but also to
experience an age-old culture very different from their 20th century way of life; one
could easily spend a week just in and around the area. Inca-built stone walls line most of
the central streets and you don’t have to go far to see other major Inca ruins. It is a city
steeped in history, tradition and legend.
Every year Cuzco attracts thousands of travellers who come to delve into its noble but
tragic past. It is the perfect base for optional explorations around the city and area as well
as a range of outdoor activities. Relax and explore this fascinating city, and take time to
acclimatize to the high altitude.
Cuzco’s numerous colonial churches are one of the city’s most common sights. The
Cathedral houses a small art museum, the Regional History Museum and the Religious
Art Museum. Our best advice for exploring Cuzco is to wear a comfortable pair of shoes,
arm yourself with a city map and set off to explore!
Today is a free day to relax and acclimatize until meeting for a welcome dinner in the
Today is a free day for additional acclimatization, explore or book an optional excursion.
Travel with our local guide through the Sacred Valley of the Incas. An important source
of food for the Inca, the Sacred Valley is a lush agricultural region that continues to
supply the city of Cuzco with much of its produce. Visit the impressive Pisac ruins and
the colourful artisan market (market days only). The day trip finishes in the picturesque
village of Ollantaytambo, site of another large Inca ruin. Here we catch our breath and
prepare for the hike ahead. Ollantaytambo is your first taste of what lies ahead on the
Inca Trail. The town and fortress of Ollantaytambo are strategically situated overlooking
the beautiful Urubamba River Valley. This major ruin site is known as the best surviving
example of Inca urban planning and engineering. It is admired for its huge steep terraces
guarding the Inca Fortress and for being one of the few places where the Spanish lost a
major battle during the conquest. We spend the night in this small town before heading
out for the start of the hike the next morning.
The 4-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is physically challenging but worthwhile, and the
excursion is within the ability of most reasonably fit. It is a 44-km (27 mile) hike, with 3
high passes to be crossed, one of which reaches an elevation of 4200m (13776 ft). The
trail is often steep, and it may rain even during the dry season. The temperatures at night
may fall below zero, so it is important to come prepared.
Depart Ollantaytambo for 82 km drive where we begin our walk in the footsteps of the
Incas. Our local crew of porters, cook and guide look after us well for the duration of the
hike. Porters carry the majority of the gear for the hike, so those passengers doing the
hike only carry a small daypack with water, rain gear, snacks, a camera, etc. As you walk
the trail that linked this ancient empire, admire breathtaking views at every step as we
move from high plateau areas to dense cloud forest. Depending on the season, you may
see a great variety of flora, including miniature and large orchids, and fiery rhododendron
bushes.You pass several smaller ruin sites, the first of which is Llactapata.
The second day climb the long steep path to Warmiwañusca, or Dead Woman’s Pass. At
4198 m (13769 ft) above sea level, this pass is the highest point of the trek. The second
pass of the hike is at 3998 m (13113 ft) where on clear days, we enjoy superb views of
the snow-capped Cordillera Vilcabamba.The trail goes through some beautiful cloud
forest on the gentle climb to the third pass, where you will walk through a causeway and
a tunnel, both original Inca constructions. The highest point of the third pass is at 3700m
On clear days you are rewarded for all this work with beautiful views of the Urubamba
Valley below. Soon you reach the serene ruins of Phuyupatamarca, or the ‘Town above
the Clouds’, at about 3650 m (11972 ft) above sea level. We will camp either here or an
hour and a half further along close to Wiñay Wayna (Forever Young) ruins, a grandiose
terraced hillside site, with panoramic views of the valley below and just a short hike from
Machu Picchu. On the final day of the hike we climb the steps to the Sun Gate
overlooking the peaks that surround Machu Picchu. When the morning is clear, there is
no way to describe the feeling of the first views of Machu Picchu, as the mist rises off the
mountains early in the morning and the famous site appears in front of you.
Machu Picchu is both the best and the least known of the Inca ruins. It is not mentioned
in any of the chronicles of the Spanish conquistadors and archaeologists today can do no
more than speculate on its function. The local Quechua farmers in the area knew of
Machu Picchu for centuries, but it was not until an 11-year-old boy led the American
historian Hiram Bingham (who was in search of Vilcabamba) to the site on July 24, 1911,
that the rest of the world became aware of its existence. At that time the site was covered
in thick vegetation, and Bingham and his team returned in 1912 and 1915 to clear the
growth. Over the years, much work has been done on excavating and studying the
site.Despite these efforts, many unanswered questions remain.
Distances of the Inca trail:
|Approximate distance||Estimated hiking time|
|Day 1||82 Km to Wayllambama||11 km||5-6 hrs|
|Day 2||Wayllabamba to Paqaymayo||12 km||6-7 hrs|
|Day 3||Paqaymayo to Wiñaywayna||16 km||8 hrs|
|Day 4||Wiñaywayna to Intipunku (Sun Gate)||4 km||1.5 hrs|
|Intipunku to Machu Picchu||1.5 km||45 mins|
Today is a free day to relax, explore or arrange an optional excursion
Another day to enjoy the city. | geography |
http://northcantonohio.gov/236/Storm-Water-Pollution---Quality-of-Life- | 2020-12-04T13:26:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-50/segments/1606141737946.86/warc/CC-MAIN-20201204131750-20201204161750-00137.warc.gz | 0.956978 | 244 | CC-MAIN-2020-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-50__0__139313571 | en | Stormwater pollution makes water look bad and smell worse. For drinking water, filtering out pollutants and contaminants increases treatment costs, so we all pay higher water bills or our water is not as clean. When reservoirs fill up with sediment, reservoir capacity is reduced because they are full of silt, not water.
Polluted runoff can damage streams, rivers, lakes and ponds. Excess nutrients can cause algae blooms and fish kills, muddy water keeps fish from feeding and breeding, and excess bacteria can harm both wildlife and people. If pollutants reach high levels, the water can be unsuitable or even dangerous for humans and animals. These conditions are unsafe for swimming and even recreational use that does not involve direct contact with the water, such as boating and fishing.
When beaches close or fishing is restricted due to water pollution, recreation is impossible and nearby towns and businesses lose money. When shellfish waters are closed because the shellfish are unsafe to eat, some people may lose their jobs and everyone pays more for seafood.
One problem associated with excessive quantities of stormwater is urban flooding due to increased runoff. Flooding can damage property and can result in death and injury to people in harm’s way. | geography |
https://www.calumetcitylimo.com/ | 2024-04-22T06:25:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818081.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20240422051258-20240422081258-00852.warc.gz | 0.921112 | 582 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__105492707 | en | Calumet City Limo Service and Party Bus Rental is located in Calumet City, IL and have been proudly serving Cook County and the surrounding South northeastern Illinois, area and Northwest Indiana for over 30 years. As the official Cal City Limousine Company all of our vehicles are top quality models that are well maintained to guarantee a dependable and wonderful experience. Our chauffeurs all have years of experience in the transportation industry and are courteous and friendly.
We have established a reputation of providing first class service to all of our clients. With knowledge of all the Chicagoland area we provide service to all the major airports and cities surrounding Cities: Burnham, Hammond, IN, Dolton, South Holland, Lansing, Phoenix, Thornton and East Chicago, IN For travelers, we work with all the major hotels and wedding venues in the area. You can just sit back and relax knowing you will get to your destination safely and in style.
Once you’ve experienced our level of Calumet City chauffeured cars and limousine service, you will realize you have made an excellent choice in selecting us as your ground transportation provider. While our company is young, all of our chauffeurs have a minimum of 15 years of experience, all with immaculate safety record. We had implemented strict hiring procedures to make sure our employees records are thoroughly checked with federal and local state agencies. We utilize latest technological advances and make them available to our chauffeurs to make sure our on time record for pick up as well avoiding traffic while en route with passengers is second to none.
Whatever the occasions from corporate travel to a romantic evening on the town, we have a knowledge and experience to make every event a special one. Better yet, our pricing structure is very aggressive, you will be hard pressed to find better rates for luxury limo transportation anywhere within Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana area.
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At Calumet City Limousine we offer our shuttle service to and from any airport in the Chicago Metropolitan Area including O'Hare Airport (ORD), Midway Airport (MDW), Gary Airport (GYY) and Rockford Airport (RFD). We also provide 24/7 VIP limo service to all private jet terminals Signature Flight Support, Atlantic Aviation and Gary Jet Center.
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https://riders.basketball/chris-linsley-returns-to-the-uk-joins-loughborough-riders/ | 2023-12-04T22:42:27 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100535.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20231204214708-20231205004708-00475.warc.gz | 0.935695 | 262 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__225128196 | en | Loughborough Riders welcome back to the UK Newcastle native Chris Linsley following a year overseas in Portugal at Sunlive and Sangalhos.
Linsley returns to the UK following one season with Sangalhos in Portugal as part of Sunlive Basketball academy after developing through the Newcastle Eagles junior programme, earning a Deng Top 50 invitation.
“I chose the Loughborough Riders programme because I believe it will be the best play for me to develop,” commented Linsley.
“This season will be the first time I have committed to a team long term outside of Newcastle. I’m excited to learn and adjust to a new culture and methods.”
Head Coach Mark Jarram is looking for impact on the defensive end to compliment the sharp shooting of Linsley in the upcoming seasons.
“Chris joins us after a year in Portugal. We hope to see Chris make an impact at both ends of the floor as a 3 and D guy and we’re really looking forward to supporting him through his journey over the coming years.”
Linsley and Loughborough take the floor against the Nottingham Hoods as the L Lunch Trophy gets underway in Loughborough this weekend and games will be available to watch online. | geography |
http://www.espejodeluna.cl/en/darwins-chiloe-2/ | 2017-06-25T17:26:18 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-26/segments/1498128320545.67/warc/CC-MAIN-20170625170634-20170625190634-00330.warc.gz | 0.937551 | 354 | CC-MAIN-2017-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-26__0__258536345 | en | Darwin explored Chiloé between 1834 and 1835, and recorded his experiences in the
famous journal “The Voyage of the Beagle”. Amongst many other observations he made,
he visited the Valdivian Rain Forest (a humid temperate rain forest) and wrote
extensively about the Geology of the archipelago.
On the 21st November 1834, the Beagle entered the harbour of San Carlos (Ancud) and
Darwin disembarked and went by horse to Chacao where he planned to start the excursion
along the east coast of Chiloé . Darwin collected many fossils that along with the
elevation of the island showed that Chiloé was once part of the great North-South
Andean mountain range.
Darwin praised Chiloé, saying that the scenery was “exceedingly picturesque” with
“beautiful cleared spots” and a magnificent forest path road to Castro, as well as
majestic views of volcanoes like Osorno. It erupted in all its splendour just eight days
after the Beagle left the islands to Valparaiso.
At the time of the Beagle’s surveys of Chiloé, it had only been released from Spanish
rule for eight years, and many native Chilotas were unhappy with the Chilean
governance, even so far as to hope that the Beagle had come to remove the Chileans!
We are sure now that Chileans are happy that never happened!
Adapted from: http://darwin-online.org.uk/EditorialIntroductions/Chancellor_fieldNotebooks1.8.html | geography |
https://7hills.attainhousing.org/details/ | 2020-11-24T06:38:53 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-50/segments/1606141171126.6/warc/CC-MAIN-20201124053841-20201124083841-00673.warc.gz | 0.907023 | 1,103 | CC-MAIN-2020-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-50__0__117716697 | en | The full Century course continues eastward from the Metric route, through rural King County into the Snoqualmie valley and north into Snohomish County. The Century course has 14 hills, with about 7,000 feet of climbing. It has the following climbs in addition to the Metric climbs:
• Union • Stillwater • High Bridge • Maltby •
There are 3 ways to register for the 7 Hills of Kirkland.
- By Mail
- Day of event at Kirkland Marina Park.
Show up at Marina Park on the Kirkland waterfront on Memorial Day and register between 6:00AM and 9:00AM.
See the Registration page to register.
This popular event is growing! Invite your friends, co-workers, and ride team! Registrations are limited to 1,500.
Start / Finish
All ride routes begin and end at Kirkland’s Marina Park, 25 Lake Shore Plaza, Kirkland, WA. Click Here for a map.
From I-405 take exit 18 SR908 (NE 85th St), heading west. This becomes Central Way. Turn left at the light onto Lake Street. At the next light, turn right on Kirkland Avenue. Marina Park is at the end of Kirkland Avenue.
Ride start and day of registration will begin at 6:00AM. Riders registering on the day of the event can pay with credit card, cash, or check.
Departure times for each route:
Century – depart between 6:00AM and 7:00AM
Metric – depart between 7:00AM and 8:00AM
Traditional – depart between 8:00AM and 9:00AM
The course officially opens at 6:00AM. Please start early, as all support services end at 4:30PM. Support stop hours are timed to the above departure times for each route.
At the Marina Park finish line, present your rider number for a serving of strawberry shortcake, freshly prepared and served by our smiling volunteers.
There is limited parking around the marina. Parking is generally available in the surrounding area. However, check to make sure you’re not in a restricted space or zone. If you park on adjacent streets, please respect private property and driveways.
Carpooling and transit use is highly recommended.
Need a ride or want to provide a ride? You can reduce carbon footprints and ease parking congestion through carpooling. Here are some available resources.
Visit King County Metro’s Trip Planner at tripplanner.kingcounty.gov to location transit information. For the trip destination use “Kirkland Transit Center.” Marina Park is approximately two blocks west of the Transit Center.
To find out more about parking in downtown Kirkland see the City’s Parking webpage. Be careful when parking in the City’s parking garage, the low ceiling won’t accommodate roof-top racks.
Thanks to our in-kind partner Woodinville Bicycle, who will be taking event pictures of cyclists! Smile — or grit your teeth if you must — up that hill, and check after the event for your fabulous look in your 7 Hills of Kirkland jersey. Photos are free and will be available Tuesday after the race at www.woodinvillebicycle.com.
Helmets are Required
HELMETS APPROVED BY CPSC ARE REQUIRED!
There are support stops every 15-20 miles along all ride routes. All support stops have food, water and electrolytes, first aid kits, and restrooms.
The 7 Hills of Kirkland travels on open public roads. The routes offer fantastic scenery but are also narrow and winding in many places. All riders are required to follow traffic rules.
- Be courteous to local drivers and traffic
- Stop at all stop signs and traffic signals
- Ride single file
- Announce “on your left” when passing other riders
- Control your speed when going downhill
- Move completely off the roadway when stopping, do not block intersections or driveways
This is, as all major rides, a self-supported ride. Riders need to be prepared to manage minor repairs on their own. While we will have limited tech support (bike techs at support stops, roving vehicles, and volunteer support bikers with basic tools), riders are encouraged to ensure their equipment is in top working condition prior to the event.
Remember, this is a ride, not a race. There isn’t a mass start and there is no time clock. For your safety, avoid pace lines, respect traffic laws, be considerate of vehicles, pedestrians, dogs, cats, etc. Have fun, smile, create friendships, and enjoy the day.
Kirkland is a vibrant waterfront destination on the shores of Lake Washington. With an unparalleled blend of outdoor recreation, art, dining and boutique shopping, Kirkland makes a perfect weekend destination.
Just east of Seattle, Kirkland’s charming lakeside downtown is home to award-winning hotels, wineries and restaurants. Throughout the year Kirkland hosts a dynamic repertoire of events spanning art openings and performances to athletic events, festivals and outdoor concerts.
Make a weekend out of your visit to Kirkland! Plan your stay at www.explorekirkland.com. | geography |
http://netpbm.sourceforge.net/doc/pamshadedrelief.html | 2018-04-20T20:31:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-17/segments/1524125944682.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20180420194306-20180420214306-00159.warc.gz | 0.858194 | 455 | CC-MAIN-2018-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-17__0__116741526 | en | This program is part of Netpbm.
pamshadedrelief creates a shaded relief image from an elevation map. A shaded relief image is a visual image of terrain, showing the terrain as if illuminated by oblique light and viewed from above, so that the brightess of each spot depends upon its slope. A common example of a shaded relief image is a relief map of the Earth, which shows mountains and valleys.
The image pamshadedrelief creates is as if illumated by a light source from the left.
The output image is a PAM with tuple type GRAYSCALE.
The program pamcrater is a good thing to use to demonstrate the function of pamshadedrelief. It generates a terrain map of a cratered landscape.
$ pamcrater | pamshadedrelief | pamx
All options can be abbreviated to their shortest unique prefix.
Note that this is separate from the gamma correction that is part of the definition of the PAM GRAYSCALE format. The image pamshadedrelief generates is a genuine, gamma-corrected PAM GRAYSCALE image in any case. This option simply changes the contrast and may compensate for a display device that does not correctly render PAM GRAYSCALE images.
pgmcrater, from which this is derived, was written by John Walker:
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Permission to use, copy, modify, and distribute this software and its documentation for any purpose and without fee is hereby granted, without any conditions or restrictions. This software is provided "as is" without express or implied warranty.
pgmcrater was split into pamshadedrelief and pamcrater in Netpbm 10.68 (September 2014). See the history section of the pamcrater manual for details. | geography |
https://www.oldwebsite.speco.pt/pt/restauro-ecologico/266-principios-e-boas-praticas-do-restauro-ecologico-en | 2023-06-07T09:58:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224653631.71/warc/CC-MAIN-20230607074914-20230607104914-00192.warc.gz | 0.90452 | 683 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__277095039 | en | Ecological restoration, when implemented effectively and sustainably, contributes to protecting biodiversity; improving human health and wellbeing; increasing food and water security; delivering goods, services, and economic prosperity; and supporting climate change mitigation, resilience, and adaptation. It is a solutions‐based approach that engages communities, scientists, policymakers, and land managers to repair ecological damage and rebuild a healthier relationship between people and the rest of nature. When combined with conservation and sustainable use, ecological restoration is the link needed to move local, regional, and global environmental conditions from a state of continued degradation, to one of net positive improvement. The second edition of the International Principles and Standards for the Practice of Ecological Restoration (the Standards) presents a robust framework for restoration projects to achieve intended goals, while addressing challenges including effective design and implementation, accounting for complex ecosystem dynamics (especially in the context of climate change), and navigating trade‐offs associated with land management priorities and decisions.
The Standards establish eight principles that underpin ecological restoration. Principles 1 and 2 articulate important foundations that guide ecological restoration: effectively engaging a wide range of stakeholders, and fully utilizing available scientific, traditional, and local knowledge, respectively. Principles 3 and 4 summarize the central approach to ecological restoration, by highlighting ecologically appropriate reference ecosystems as the target of restoration and clarifying the imperative for restoration activities to support ecosystem recovery processes. Principle 5 underscores the use of measurable indicators to assess progress toward restoration objectives. Principle 6 lays out the mandate for ecological restoration to seek the highest attainable recovery. Tools are provided to identify the levels of recovery aspired to and to track progress. Principle 7 highlights the importance of restoration at large spatial scales for cumulative gains. Finally, ecological restoration is one of several approaches that address damage to ecosystems and Principle 8 clarifies its relationships to allied approaches on a “Restorative Continuum”.
The Standards highlight the role of ecological restoration in connecting social, community, productivity, and sustainability goals. The Standards also provide recommended performance measures for restorative activities for industries, communities, and governments to consider. In addition, the Standards enhance the list of practices and actions that guide practitioners in planning, implementation, and monitoring activities. The leading practices and guidance include discussion on appropriate approaches to site assessment and identification of reference ecosystems, different restoration approaches including natural regeneration, consideration of genetic diversity under climate change, and the role of ecological restoration in global restoration initiatives. This edition also includes an expanded glossary of restoration terminology. SER and its international partners produced the Standards for adoption by communities, industries, governments, educators, and land managers to improve ecological restoration practice across all sectors and in all ecosystems, terrestrial and aquatic. The Standards support development of ecological restoration plans, contracts, consent conditions, and monitoring and auditing criteria. Generic in nature, the Standards framework can be adapted to particular ecosystems, biomes, or landscapes; individual countries; or traditional cultures. The Standards are aspirational and provide tools that are intended to improve outcomes, promote best practices, and deliver net global environmental and social benefits. As the world enters the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration (2021–2030), the Standards provide a blueprint for ensuring ecological restoration achieves its full potential in delivering social and environmental equity and, ultimately, economic benefits and outcomes.
Read the article: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/rec.13035 | geography |
https://www.winesa.asn.au/members/new/member-news/2017/south-australia-great-wine-capitals/ | 2019-03-22T20:09:44 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-13/segments/1552912202689.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20190322200215-20190322222215-00081.warc.gz | 0.85245 | 285 | CC-MAIN-2019-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-13__0__179333123 | en | Thursday, Sep 14, 2017
SOUTH AUSTRALIA – GREAT WINE CAPITALS
Diverse Travel Australia joins Great Wine Capitals Global Travel Network
Diverse Travel Australia was recently appointed the Booking Agent representing South Australia’s membership of the Great Wine Capitals Global Network.
This appointment sees Diverse Travel Australia join the Global Travel Network of the Great Wine Capitals along with the other international regions and their Agents, including Bilbao | Rioja (Spain), Bordeaux (France), Cape Town | Cape Winelands (South Africa), Mainz | Rheinhessen (Germany), Mendoza (Argentina), Porto (Portugal), and Valparaiso | Casablanca Valley (Chile).
As part of this appointment Diverse Travel Australia will travel to Chile later this year to attend the Great Wine Capitals Global Network AGM, and to fly the flag for South Australian wine tourism.
DTA Director Caroline Densley said, “The GWC AGM in Valparaiso, Chile is an amazing opportunity for Diverse Travel Australia to network with the other eight international travel partners to educate them about the fabulous touring experiences available in South Australia. We look forward to further promoting South Australia’s wine tourism to a global audience.”
Contact: Caroline Densley or Diana Maschio on 08 8234 8324 | geography |
https://askfoodscientists.com/2023/06/20/climate-change-its-impact-on-food-security/ | 2023-09-26T19:41:34 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510219.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20230926175325-20230926205325-00691.warc.gz | 0.911316 | 3,809 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__196410497 | en | - Climate change is the biggest threat to agricultural production, caused by natural variability or human activity.
- It affects agricultural practices through variations in temperature, rainfall, extreme weather events, pests and diseases, atmospheric carbon dioxide, nutritional value of foods, growing seasons, and sea levels.
- Climate change leads to decreased crop yields, lower nutritional quality, changes in growing seasons, water availability and drought, extreme weather events, changes in pests and diseases, soil fertility changes, erosion, lengthened growing seasons, and increased carbon dioxide levels.
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The relationship between climate change and agriculture
Climate change is recorded globally as the biggest threat to agricultural production. It is defined as any change in climate over time, due to natural variability or as a result of human activity. The main course of climate change is mainly greenhouse gases (GHGs) accumulation in the atmosphere, hence an increased greenhouse effect. It has a wide range of impacts on agricultural practices, including variations in average temperatures, rainfall, and climate extremes, such as floods and droughts; variations in pests and diseases; variations in atmospheric carbon dioxide; variations in the nutritional value of some foods; variations in the growing season; and variations in sea level. Crop yields vary depending on plant development stages during extreme weather events and show a substantial association with temperature change and the length of heat or cold waves. In order to produce the food and fiber required to sustain human life, agriculture is highly reliant on weather and environment.
Impacts of climate change on crop production
Climate change has the potential to significantly impact crop production worldwide. Changes in temperature, precipitation patterns, extreme weather events, and rising levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) can affect various aspects of agricultural systems, leading to both direct and indirect consequences for crop yields and food security. Here are some key impacts of climate change on crop production:
- Decreased crop yields and lower nutritional quality – The effects of climate change are making it more difficult for agriculture to supply human needs. Additionally, due to variations in temperature, precipitation, and atmospheric carbon dioxide levels brought on by global climate change, the effects are unevenly spread around the planet. Rising temperatures, heat waves, and variations in precipitation (including droughts and floods) are all direct effects of shifting weather patterns.
- Changing Growing Seasons – Shifts in temperature and precipitation patterns can alter growing seasons, affecting the timing of planting, flowering, and harvesting. This can disrupt the synchronization between crops and pollinators, reduce yields, and potentially affect crop quality.
- Water Availability and Drought – Changes in rainfall patterns can result in more frequent or prolonged droughts, leading to water scarcity for crops. Drought stress can reduce crop productivity, impair nutrient uptake, and increase susceptibility to pests and diseases.
- Extreme Weather Events – Climate change is associated with more frequent and intense extreme weather events, including storms, floods, and heatwaves. These events can damage crops, destroy infrastructure, and result in soil erosion, leading to reduced yields and increased economic losses for farmers.
- Changes in pests, plant diseases, and weeds – Lower agricultural yields and nutritional value may also be a consequence of changes in pests, plant diseases, and weeds brought on by the climate. A side effect of climate change is the loss of agricultural land owing to sea level rise.
- Soil fertility changes, erosion, and lengthened growing seasons – As the temperature rises, fungi that produce mycotoxins and bacteria like Salmonella cause more harm to food safety and losses, adding to the associated cost pressures.
- Changes in Pest and Disease Dynamics – More harmful locust swarms may occur when hotter and rainier weather patterns are brought on by climate change. For instance, large locust swarms that were seen in the east African region in 2020. These insects may harm crops, reducing yields and endangering food security. Once more, climate change may have an impact on the fall army worm invasion of crops.
- Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Levels – Elevated atmospheric CO2 levels, associated with climate change, can affect crop physiology and productivity. While higher CO2 concentrations can stimulate photosynthesis and increase crop growth rates, the benefits may vary among crops and depend on other factors such as nutrient availability and water availability.
Effects of climate change on livestock farming
Changes in climate result in raised temperatures which causes heat stress impacts an animal’s ability to grow, reproduce, and consume food. This in turn has an impact on meat and dairy product output. Heat stress causes a reduction in food intake, a slowdown in activity level, and a loss of weight.
Animals must have easy access to water and their feeding schedules must be changed to cooler hours of the day in order to reverse the reduction in livestock productivity. Additionally, a well-ventilated shelter can assist prevent heat exhaustion. The capacity of livestock of diverse species to withstand heat stress varies.
Climate change and fisheries
Climate change poses significant threats to fisheries on top of many other concurrent pressures such as overfishing, habitat degradation, pollution, introduction of new species and so on. Here are some key ways in which climate change affects fisheries:
- Ocean Warming: Rising global temperatures result in ocean warming. This can lead to changes in the distribution and abundance of fish species. Some species may move to cooler waters, affecting the composition of fish populations in different regions. This movement can also impact the livelihoods of fishing communities that depend on specific fish stocks.
- Altered Ocean Currents and Upwelling: Changes in ocean currents can affect nutrient availability and the process of upwelling, which brings nutrient-rich waters to the surface. Upwelling supports the growth of phytoplankton, a crucial food source for many fish species. Disruptions in upwelling patterns can impact the entire food web and result in changes in fish abundance and distribution.
- Coral Reef Degradation: Climate change contributes to the bleaching and degradation of coral reefs due to increased ocean temperatures and ocean acidification. Coral reefs serve as important habitats for numerous fish species, and their decline can disrupt fish populations and reduce fishery productivity.
- Ocean Acidification: Increased carbon dioxide emissions lead to ocean acidification, causing the pH of seawater to decrease. Acidic waters can adversely affect the development and survival of many marine organisms, including shellfish and coral reefs. These changes can disrupt the structure and function of marine ecosystems, impacting the availability of food and habitat for fish.
- Changing Productivity and Trophic Interactions: Climate change can alter primary productivity in the oceans, affecting the availability of food resources for fish. Changes in the timing and magnitude of plankton blooms can impact the growth and survival of larval fish, which rely on specific prey during critical life stages. Disruptions in trophic interactions can have cascading effects on fish populations and the overall productivity of fisheries.
- Increased Extreme Weather Events: Climate change is associated with more frequent and intense extreme weather events, such as hurricanes and storms. These events can damage fishing infrastructure, disrupt fishing operations, and impact the safety of fishermen. They can also lead to changes in the distribution and abundance of fish stocks as habitats and ecosystems are altered by extreme weather events.
Food waste and its contribution to climate change
The climate change dilemma is made worse by food loss and waste because of the large greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions it produces. Food-related activities including production, handling, and transportation emit a lot of carbon dioxide (CO2), and when it ends up in landfills, it releases methane, an even more potent greenhouse gas.
According to the EPA, the yearly carbon dioxide emissions from 42 coal-fired power plants are equal to 170 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent GHG emissions from food loss and waste in the United States (Research | US EPA). The considerable methane emissions from food waste that is decomposing in landfills are not taken into account in this estimation.
Reducing and eliminating food waste can improve economic efficiency, productivity, and climate change mitigation. It can also address resource and energy conservation and reduce climate change-related shocks to the supply chain.
Sustainable farming practices to mitigate the impact of climate change
- Use of efficient irrigation schemes – Any farm must minimize its usage of water, especially during droughts. However, since groundwater pumping consumes the majority of the energy used on farms, irrigation efficiency is also essential for cutting back on fossil fuel use and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Use of energy and water-saving techniques, including drip irrigation, cover crop planting, and dry farming, among others.
- Reduced use of fossil fuels in farming practices can significantly reduce the general effect on the climate. Alternatively, one may use solar energy, wind turbine as sources of energy. By transitioning to cleaner energy alternatives, such as solar energy and wind turbines, farmers can contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting a more sustainable agricultural sector. Embracing solar energy systems can harness the power of the sun to generate electricity for various farm operations, including irrigation, lighting, and machinery, while wind turbines can efficiently convert wind energy into usable power. These eco-friendly energy solutions not only reduce the carbon footprint associated with farming but also provide long-term benefits by minimizing reliance on fossil fuels, increasing energy independence, and potentially lowering operational costs for farmers.
- Embracing organic farming practices to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emission – Embracing organic farming practices can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Organic farming improves soil health, increasing carbon sequestration and mitigating emissions. By avoiding synthetic fertilizers and chemical pesticides, organic farming reduces emissions associated with their production and use. Water conservation techniques in organic farming reduce energy consumption and emissions from irrigation. Promoting biodiversity and adopting sustainable livestock management practices further contribute to emissions reduction. While organic farming alone cannot solve climate change, it is an important component of a comprehensive strategy that includes other sustainable practices to achieve significant emissions reductions.
- Championing for reforestation in lands hence keeping agriculture green – Reforestation in agricultural lands plays a vital role in keeping agriculture green and sustainable. By planting trees and restoring forested areas, reforestation helps mitigate greenhouse gas emissions through carbon sequestration. It also prevents soil erosion, supports biodiversity, regulates water resources, and creates microclimates beneficial for crop growth. Reforestation efforts promote environmental resilience, protect soil health, and contribute to climate change mitigation in agricultural landscapes. Collaboration among farmers, governments, and environmental organizations is essential to champion reforestation and ensure a greener future for agriculture.
- Proper farm plans that include decomposition of animal waste could help reduce the percentage of methane emissions to the atmosphere. One way of achieving this is by installation of biogas plants to produce cooking gas.
- Reducing the pressure of developmental projects on farm lands. The vast growth in urbanization greatly contributes to reduced arable land for food production and increases human activity which in turn increases emission of the greenhouse gases.
- Formulation of environmental protection policies. The formulation of environmental protection policies is essential for addressing environmental challenges. These policies should take a comprehensive approach, grounded in scientific research, and involve diverse stakeholders. Clear goals, regulations, and enforcement mechanisms are necessary, along with incentives and support for sustainable practices. International cooperation is crucial for tackling transboundary issues. By implementing effective policies, governments can promote sustainability, conserve natural resources, and protect ecosystems for a greener future.
- Government policies and international efforts to address food security and climate change – Government policies and international efforts are essential in addressing the interconnected challenges of food security and climate change. To achieve sustainable agriculture and mitigate climate impacts, governments can implement policies that promote practices such as agroecology, organic farming, and precision agriculture. They can also support climate-smart farming techniques like conservation agriculture and agroforestry. Research and innovation play a crucial role in developing climate-resilient crop varieties and sustainable farming technologies. Additionally, governments should prioritize climate adaptation measures by providing support for farmers to manage climate-related risks. Climate finance is crucial in mobilizing funds for climate-resilient agriculture and supporting small-scale farmers. International cooperation and agreements, such as the Paris Agreement, provide frameworks for collective action and collaboration. By combining effective government policies, research, and international cooperation, we can work towards resilient food systems and address the challenges of food security and climate change.
- The Government supports efforts to increase agricultural productivity through development and application of technology and strengthening of extension services.
- The Government supports purchase and storage of Strategic Grain Reserves (SGR).
The role of technology in promoting sustainable farming and food security
Technology plays a pivotal role in promoting sustainable farming practices and enhancing global food security. Precision farming, drip irrigation, mechanization, and other developments in agricultural technology have all contributed to higher agricultural output, lower prices, and better food quality.
For instance, precision farming uses technology to monitor and control the various factors that affect plant growth, such as soil moisture, temperature, and nutrients, in order to maximize crop yield. This technology helps to boost crop yields, decrease environmental impact, and use fewer pesticides and fertilizers. Here are some ways in which technology contributes to these efforts:
- Precision Agriculture: Technologies such as remote sensing, geographic information systems (GIS), and global positioning systems (GPS) enable farmers to collect data on soil conditions, crop growth, and weather patterns. This data-driven approach helps farmers optimize the use of resources such as water, fertilizers, and pesticides, leading to improved efficiency, reduced environmental impact, and enhanced crop yields.
- Smart Irrigation Systems: Advanced irrigation technologies, including soil moisture sensors, automated irrigation systems, and drip irrigation, help optimize water usage by delivering water precisely where and when crops need it the most. By minimizing water wastage and ensuring efficient water management, these systems conserve water resources and enhance agricultural sustainability.
- Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering: Genetic engineering techniques, such as genetically modified organisms (GMOs), allow scientists to develop crop varieties with desirable traits like resistance to pests, diseases, and extreme weather conditions. These genetically modified crops can increase resilience, improve productivity, and reduce the need for chemical inputs, thus promoting sustainable farming practices.
- Data Analytics and Predictive Models: Big data analytics and predictive models help farmers make informed decisions based on historical and real-time data. By analyzing weather patterns, market trends, and crop performance data, farmers can optimize planting schedules, manage risks, and enhance overall productivity. These insights also support early warning systems for pest outbreaks or disease epidemics, enabling timely interventions.
- Vertical Farming and Hydroponics: Vertical farming involves cultivating crops in vertically stacked layers, often in urban environments, using controlled environments and artificial lighting. Hydroponics, a subset of vertical farming, utilizes water-based nutrient solutions instead of soil. These technologies allow year-round cultivation, efficient space utilization, reduced water consumption, and minimal pesticide use. They offer opportunities for localized food production, especially in urban areas, improving food security and reducing the carbon footprint associated with long-distance transportation.
- Blockchain and Supply Chain Transparency: Blockchain technology enables secure and transparent recording of transactions and data sharing across the agricultural supply chain. This enhances traceability, ensuring the authenticity and safety of food products. By tracking the origin, production practices, and transportation of food, consumers can make informed choices and support sustainable and ethically produced goods.
- Farm Management Software and Mobile Apps: Farm management software and mobile applications provide tools for planning, record-keeping, and decision-making. These digital solutions assist farmers in optimizing resource allocation, monitoring crop health, managing inventories, and accessing market information. By streamlining operations and facilitating access to critical information, technology improves efficiency and productivity in farming.
Individual actions to promote a sustainable future
When considering trends in food security and climate change, it is only fair for everyone to take a moment and reflect on the situation and envision what it might look like in the near future. Individual actions play a crucial role in promoting a sustainable future.
If no action is taken to reduce harm to the atmosphere, what kind of life will future generations be forced to live?
Making safe decisions when exploiting resources such as land, energy and waste production and disposal can significantly change the narrative. Here are some actions individuals can take to contribute to sustainability:
- Reduce Energy Consumption: Conserve energy by turning off lights and appliances when not in use, using energy-efficient appliances, and opting for renewable energy sources where available.
- Minimize Water Usage: Practice water conservation by fixing leaks, using water-efficient fixtures, collecting rainwater for plants, and being mindful of water usage in daily activities.
- Adopt Sustainable Transportation: Choose eco-friendly transportation options such as walking, cycling, carpooling, or using public transportation. If feasible, consider switching to electric vehicles or hybrid cars.
- Embrace Sustainable Eating Habits: Reduce the environmental impact of your diet by incorporating more plant-based meals, choosing locally sourced and organic foods, and minimizing food waste.
- Practice Responsible Waste Management: Reduce, reuse, and recycle. Opt for reusable items instead of single-use plastics, compost organic waste, and properly dispose of hazardous materials.
- Support Sustainable Products and Businesses: Purchase products from companies that prioritize sustainability, ethical practices, and environmental responsibility. Encourage businesses to adopt sustainable practices through your consumer choices.
- Educate and Advocate: Raise awareness about sustainability and climate change by sharing information with others, engaging in discussions, and supporting policies and initiatives that promote a sustainable future.
- Conserve Natural Resources: Be mindful of resource consumption. Use resources like paper, electricity, and fuel responsibly, and choose products that have minimal environmental impact throughout their lifecycle.
- Engage in Sustainable Gardening: Plant trees and native plants, practice organic gardening methods, and avoid the use of harmful pesticides or herbicides.
- Promote Environmental Stewardship: Get involved in local community initiatives, volunteer for environmental organizations, or participate in clean-up campaigns to contribute to a cleaner and healthier environment.
When food security and climate change is mentioned, individual’s contribution should come to mind. What is your contribution towards this issue. Are you worsening the situation or you are making precautionary steps to protect the atmosphere. How much food waste are you producing, what energy source are you using in your farm, how are you disposing animal waste? All these if critically addressed at an individual level the world would witness a positive impact when it comes to effects on the atmosphere. | geography |
http://harnettawc.org/sample-page/ | 2017-04-23T05:23:33 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917118477.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031158-00399-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.885909 | 130 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__38472629 | en | The Harnett County Animal Shelter is located at:
1100 McKay Place, Lillington, NC 27546
Please visit the Harnett County Animal Services website and check out the great animals they have available for adoption!
Our shelter takes in an average of 5,000 companion animals per year. It is our goal for Harnett County Animal Control shelter to be the preferred adoption venue of our residents. To help achieve this goal, we will be actively promoting our shelter to our residents, promoting our shelter’s animals in a positive light, and helping to create a welcome environment. If you’d like to help: | geography |
http://www.saltlakecityfurnishedhousing.com/search/US/UT/Salt%20Lake%20City/property_17322 | 2021-12-01T01:27:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-49/segments/1637964359082.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20211130232232-20211201022232-00115.warc.gz | 0.927739 | 833 | CC-MAIN-2021-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-49__0__185339184 | en | $6200 per month. May consider less for a longer-term rental.
Fully-furnished 4 bedroom, or 3 bedroom with office, 3 1/2 bath executive home in Sandy, Utah. This home has it all. Twenty minutes to downtown Salt Lake City and the ski slopes of the Wasatch Range. Amazing views of the city and mountains. Forbes ranked Salt Lake City the #4 best city to live. A quick and easy commute to "Silicon Slopes" the region just west and to the south. Snowbird, Alta, Solitude & Brighton ski resorts beckon the winter and summer sports enthusiast. Park City and Deer Valley a quick 35 minute drive away. Hikers and nature lovers will enjoy Donut Falls, Bells Canyon Trail, Cecret Lake Trail, and Guardsman Pass. Here, the breathtaking beauty of the snow covered peaks, amazing fall colors or the emerald green summer mountains are just outside the front door. Soccer fans can watch Real Salt Lake of the MLS at Rio Tinto Stadium or visit the Living Planet Aquarium in town. Hidden Valley Golf Club, a private premier club, is just two minutes from this furnished rental. If you’re bringing the family, this home happens to be in the best public school district in Salt Lake City, also within close proximity to the highly regarded Waterford and Juan Diego K-12 prep schools.
Nestled on a 1/2 acre lot in the foothills, this home greets you with impeccable landscaping, design and decor. The patios and three furnished decks afford breathtaking views of the city and mountains. Inside, professional design and refined décor will WOW you. A formal sitting room with cowhide rug and baby grand piano sets an impressive precedent and entry. The main floor family room features multiple armchairs in leather and fabrics, colorful patterns and an exquisite fireplace. There’s a wall-mounted big screen tv above to entertain you. Across the wood floors you'll find, multiple seating areas, including a chaise lounge with a panoramic bay window view for relaxing. Floor to ceiling windows surround the entire back of the home. From the family room you can enjoy indoor/outdoor living with an elevated and private main patio balcony with gas barbecue, umbrellas, outdoor heaters, fire pit and city views. The kitchen is stunning with a huge granite topped island with floating gas range and oven coupled with bar counter seating for six. In addition to the custom built cabinetry, you’ll find high-end appliances with everything you need to prepare gourmet meals in an elegant setting. If you choose, serve your friends and family in the adjacent dining room with seating for eight on hand-carved dining chairs and solid wood table.
Upstairs, the master bedroom suite is a sight to behold. A king leather sleigh bed, settee facing a wood fireplace or walk out on to another private balcony overlooking the city. The master bath is fit for a queen with a clawfoot, hand-painted tub along with beautifully designed vanities and bronze bowl sinks. Move through an all- tiled arch way into into a master closet that rivals the bedrooms in size, complete with another private vanity and large window. A laundry room is also upstairs for your convenience. The second furnished bedroom is at the other end of the third floor allowing for privacy. It's complete with a queen bed, city and mountain views and next to a full bathroom with dual sinks. A third room currently serves as an office or bedroom. The above grade walk out basement features a fully mirrored exercise room, large windows offering views of the back yard, patio, stone walkways and fountain. An additional bedroom, full bath, family room, built in office and gaming area featuring both ping pong, foosball and a wide screen tv can also be enjoyed.
Available for a long term lease only, you’ll love this beautifully designed and appointed home.
Cross streets: Wasatch Blvd and Hiddenbrook Blvd
City, St, Zip: Salt Lake City, Utah, 84092 | geography |
https://paddleboardkauai.com/wailua-river-a-self-guided-tour/ | 2020-08-11T21:01:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-34/segments/1596439738855.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20200811205740-20200811235740-00291.warc.gz | 0.9474 | 1,393 | CC-MAIN-2020-34 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-34__0__45901675 | en | Kauai’s Wailua River is a special place. The only navigable river in the state, the Wailua was once the home of ancient Hawaiian royalty. Today it is an adventurer’s playground, snaking through waterfalls, a lava rock grotto and lush jungle forests. The river itself is wide and tranquil, which makes for ideal terrain forstand-up paddleboarders of all experience levels. And with Kauai SUP’s expert arsenal of stand-up paddleboard rentals, you’ll be gliding the river way in style. We recommend getting an early start so you’ll have ample time to enjoy the Wailua and the exciting destinations along its riverbanks.
Let us take care of the hard part, all Wailua River Rentals come with free shuttle to river where we will load the board into the water for you and set you on your way. If you plan to hike to Secret Falls, you may also want to bring hiking shoes in tow. Once you seal your dry bag shut and attach the leash to the board and your ankle, it’s time to get on the water. CAUTION: Do not walk into the water via the boat ramp, which is very jagged and slippery. Instead, we recommend that you walk down to the water’s edge and enter the river from the spit of sand to the west (right) of the ramp. This makes for a safe and easy launch.
When navigating downstream, it’s important that you stay within 25 feet of the north river bank (the same side as the boat ramp), so as to keep a safe distance away from the boats that frequently travel through the middle of the river. When you reach a destination that you’d like to explore on foot, you will need to park your board. We recommend that you tie the leash to a branch or root and then leave your board floating in water as you exit the river. Alternately, you can lift the board up onto the riverbank.
As you approach the two-mile mark, just before the fork in the river, you will come across Kamokila Hawaiian Village. Open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Kamokila offers cultural tours of an authentic model Hawaiian village, complete with thatched-roof homes and many of the native plants on which early Hawaiians survived. On most days, there is a food truck at the village where you can purchase a bite to eat, a cold beverage or even a fresh coconut! Remember to bring $5 in cash ($3 for children) if you would like to take the tour of this four-acre property where King Kaumauli’i, the last reigning king of Kauai, once dwelled.
Upon departing the village on your paddleboard, you will immediately arrive at a fork in the river. The north fork (on the right) will take you to the trail head to Secret Falls. The south fork (on the left) will take you to the Fern Grotto and Kauai SUP’s favorite Wailua River destination: The Swimming Hole. Depending on your stamina, it is possible to visit all of these sites, or pick and choose one or two. Keep in mind that the return paddle will be more difficult because you will be fighting the wind. Don’t deplete all your energy trying to see every site along the river.
Once you have found parking for your paddleboard, you are ready for the hike to Secret Falls, a 120-foot waterfall set in a tranquil, jungle-like landscape. The hike is a flat and relatively easy one-mile jaunt along a beautiful stream. If you find yourself uncertain as your traverse the trail, simply follow one of the many kayak tour groups coming and going to the falls. Depending on the trail conditions, it will take about 30 minutes until you arrive at the waterfall. You’ll know that you’re almost there when you arrive at a fork in the trail. Both directions will take you to the falls; however, if you don’t mind making a few stream crossings, we highly recommend that you opt for the right or lower route, which follows the stream and brings you to several spectacular photo ops, such as King and Queen’s Bath. When you reach the falls, take time to enjoy a swim and a streamside picnic — but be sure to conserve some time and energy for other adventures along the river and the return paddle back to the marina.
Should you choose to explore the south (left) fork in the river, you will find yourself in a more quiet and peaceful environment due to the fact that none of the guided kayak tours traverse the south fork. Yet it’s here that you will find the Fern Grotto — a romantic lava rock cave that’s overgrown with gorgeous greenery. There are boat tours that frequent this spot, but if the dock is empty you’ll have the grotto all to yourself! Park your board at the sign that reads, “kayak parking,” and tie your leash onto one of the exposed tree roots. There is a paved walkway that will bring you to the grotto in less than two minutes. Prepare to be awestruck!
At Kauai SUP, we consider The Swimming Hole the crown jewel of the river. If you only visit one spot, make it this one. From the Fern Grotto, The Swimming Hole is located about a 10-minute paddle upstream through a low jungle canopy that opens into a sunny sliver of paradise. Here you can bask in the sunshine or jump off your board and enjoy a dip in the water. You can also get off your board and climb a 15-foot cliff that’s safe for jumping. CAUTION: Before you jump, be sure to check that the coast is clear of shallow boulders and other jumpers. If the coast is clear, then bombs away!
your return journey, you will be paddling against the wind. It will be the most difficult leg of your adventure, so be sure to conserve enough energy for an enjoyable glide back to the boat ramp. To make for an easier, more leisurely paddle, remember that you can always kneel or sit down on your board as you paddle back toward the rivermouth.
Upon returning to the boat ramp, we ask that you please clean your board by using the river water and your hands to remove any mud or debris that might have affixed itself to your board over the course of your adventure. Remember that the boat ramp itself can be jagged and slippery, if no one from Kauai SUP is at the ramp waiting for you please just give us a call you come pick you up. | geography |
https://nativegvlgirl.com/native-greenville-girl/2018/11/6/sam-knob | 2019-10-20T12:34:51 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-43/segments/1570986707990.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20191020105426-20191020132926-00419.warc.gz | 0.938799 | 510 | CC-MAIN-2019-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-43__0__135695365 | en | Sam Knob Summit
Located near milepost 420 on the Blue Ridge Parkway lies the spectacular Sam Knob Trail. With the summit reaching just over 6,000 feet, expect incredible panoramic views in every direction.
To get here, take the Black Balsam Road exit and head all the way up to the parking lot, where you will find the Sam Knob trailhead directly to the right of the restrooms. The location is important to note as there are several trailheads in the area. This exit is also home to the Art Loeb Trail and others, so weekends are likely going to be challenging when it comes to parking. There’s a good reason for this though, so inch your way into a spot and get ready for a fantastic adventure.
Sam Knob Trail to summit and back is 2.5 miles of stunning scenery. The hike begins along a gravel path, and soon you are wandering through a grassy meadow with majestic mountain views everywhere you look. Each season presents a unique, beautiful landscape, with muted tans and browns, crisp white snow, or colorful wildflowers.
Eventually, you are led out of the meadow and into a dense mountain laurel tunnel. This spot is where you will come across a fork in the path - go right to reach the summit. The trail twists and turns up the mountain until finally reaching the top, where breathtaking views surround you. At this high of an elevation, everywhere you turn is awe-inspiring.
The summit features exceptional views of the Pisgah Ranger District, including Black Balsam and Devil's Courthouse, along with many other peaks. Pack a picnic, sit back, and relax as you take in the soul-soothing gift of nature.
During your hike, be sure keep an eye out below. You may catch backpackers hiking in and setting up camp along Flat Laurel Creek. If you plan on camping yourself, be sure to pack your bear canisters, as they are required here. Be bear aware! Otherwise, get ready to catch incredible sunrises and sunsets amidst beautiful scenery. There’s nothing quite like it.
The Blue Ridge Parkway. 469 miles of stunning views and incredible hikes. Near Sam Knob Summit on the Blue Ridge Parkway is another must-see - Graveyard Fields. Be sure to check it out - it’s a whole different experience not to be missed. What’s your favorite hike along the Blue Ridge Parkway? Let me know! | geography |
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See all that Edmonton's Mountain Biking Community has to offer from group rides to races to arts & entertainment to fun mountain bike events events to demos & sales and more! Come explore the trail networks in the Edmonton river valley.
About Edmonton's Trails
Edmonton's River Valley is a hidden gem for mountain biking in Western Canada, with an extensive network of trails maintained exclusively by volunteers through a number of local trail organizations. Explore the area through Bike YEG, and come join the community for a weekend of riding, fun, and exploring Edmonton's mountain biking! | geography |
https://thewestport.com/ | 2020-12-01T02:01:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-50/segments/1606141542358.71/warc/CC-MAIN-20201201013119-20201201043119-00011.warc.gz | 0.915805 | 462 | CC-MAIN-2020-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-50__0__105761139 | en | Enhance your Romance Package
Enjoy a one night stay in a spa suite with a queen feather bed, fireplace, & a large spa tub for two with bubble bath & scented candles, soft fluffy robes, a chilled bottle of champagne or sparkling cider in your room upon arrival. A rose bouquet, a box of Bernstein's chocolate truffles. Basket of snacks, stocked refrigerator, hot tea and fresh baked pastries are available throughout your stay.
When you cross the threshold of Westport Bed & Breakfast, you will at once enter into the luxurious world of Midwestern Aristocracy. Experience hospitality amidst the luxurious comforts, both of yesterday and today. Settle in, leave your auto behind, and meander the charming downtown streets of Manitowoc, Wisconsin. Upon returning to our Inn, settle into your cozy guest room, most of which feature in-room double whirlpools and gas fireplaces. Unpack your bags in the Serenity Suite, Grandma’s Suite, Bess’ Chamber, or The Liberty Retreat, then relax and make yourself at home at our cozy Bed and Breakfast. You’ll feel as if you’re settling in for a restful getaway at your Grandmother’s house. A four-course candlelight breakfast is served in the dining room each morning of your stay at our delightful Manitowoc Inn.
While you’re here, take the opportunity to venture into our beautiful flower garden, which is buffered from traffic by protective hedges all around. It’s as if you have your own private oasis to enjoy as you see fit. Feel free to play a game of Croquet on the lawn, or watch the passersby while gently rocking in the swing on our exquisite wrap-around porch.
The Westport Bed and Breakfast is a convenient lodging location, situated just a few blocks north of the Manitowoc shopping district. Nearby is Milwaukee, just 1 hour away. Chicago is 3 hours south, Ludington, Michigan via S.S. Badger is 4 hours, and Door County and Green Bay are only a short hour’s drive away. Manitowoc makes a great home base for your travels in the beautiful state of Wisconsin. | geography |
https://www.wit.ie/international/why_wit/about-ireland | 2023-12-11T02:27:09 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679103464.86/warc/CC-MAIN-20231211013452-20231211043452-00750.warc.gz | 0.964363 | 287 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__221980807 | en | Ireland is a small island republic off the coast of North West Europe. It lies about 100km from its nearest neighbour, the United Kingdom, across the Irish Sea. It has been a member of the European Union since 1973 and plays a very active part in all the activities of the Council and the Commission. It is approximately 500 km from Paris and Amsterdam by air.
The population of Ireland (north and south) is around 5 million. In the past many Irish people emigrated to the UK, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand and this means there are strong social and cultural bonds between Ireland and these countries. For more information see https://www.ireland.com/
Why is Ireland a good study destination for overseas students?
- Its main working language is English.
- Its educational system is well respected and leads to qualifications which are recognised and valued worldwide.
- Higher education has played an important role in the economic success of the nation.
- Universities and colleges are relatively small and can give students good personal attention.
- The climate is mild, the environment clean and healthy and it is safe, having relatively low crime levels.
- While it has a vibrant modern economy with access to the full range of information technologies and other services, Ireland also has a long history and a unique culture with its own language, literature, music etc.
- Irish people are warm and welcoming to overseas visitors. | geography |
https://torresknows.wordpress.com/ | 2019-11-12T06:14:25 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-47/segments/1573496664752.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20191112051214-20191112075214-00210.warc.gz | 0.982266 | 1,603 | CC-MAIN-2019-47 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-47__0__134240667 | en | This past weekend was my final weekend abroad, this weekend I will be heading to Florence to catch my plane back to Seattle. Fortunately, time and money permitted me to visit many places while I’ve been studying. My original plan was to stick to Siena, and only travel with the AHA program for pre-planned excursions. But, I’ve been blessed to be able to make it to my top three European countries. I’ve been studying in Italy, I traveled to Spain only a couple of weeks ago and this past weekend I made my way to Dublin, Ireland.
Weekend trips aren’t enough time to fully enjoy a city, but going for two days is better than none. The trip was short, but extremely sweet. I went with a few friends of mine and we all had the same agenda: eat good food, visit the Guinness factory, visit the Jameson factory and see what the Dublin night life is all about. I am proud to say that in two days, we accomplished all of these tasks and more.
Day one, we settled into our hotel and headed out early to catch a nice Irish breakfast. Let me clear something up before I go into detail about our delicious meal; I love Italian food. However, being American, I’m a big fan of large breakfasts, I’m talkin’ sausage, eggs, biscuits, potatoes, the works. In Italy, the daily coffee and small pastry really doesn’t cut it.
We found a little hole-in-the-wall restaurant with a delicious spread of breakfast foods: meat, potatoes, and sweets lined up in a buffet style. This wasn’t your average, run of the mill buffet where most everything tastes like the grease and preservatives that the food has been swimming in, on the contrary this food was very fresh and palate pleasing. I’m craving it now as I type this. My plate included some classic sausage links, potatoes, scrambled eggs, some thick cuts of homemade Guinness breads, some English tea and these little dark patties that I was told was bread pudding. Everything looked phenomenal, the boys and I were in an Irish-breakfast heaven. The place was so good, that we made sure to wake up early the next morning to try it a second time before leaving.
Next on our agenda was a quick train ride to the coastline in a small port-town called Howth. It’s a beautiful little salty sea town. It reminded me of the Puget Sound back home, the smell of the northern coast, seagulls flying every which way and the sound of boats rumbling by. It was beautiful. Luckily there was a Saturday market happening this weekend, so we made a quick stop to check things out. Although we had just stuffed ourselves at breakfast, we found enough room to buy a couple of these delicious hand-made cupcakes, I bought the sinfully good red velvet cake one and Michael got himself a coconut vanilla raspberry one. With our desserts in hand, we walked out to the boardwalk to stare out into the water and soak up the sights and smells. We only stayed a couple of hours but after snapping a few pictures and walking around we had taken full advantage of the time we had.
Our last obligation was to head to the Guinness factory. When we arrived, I seriously felt like Charlie when he spotted the gates into Willy Wonka’s factory. I could barely contain my excitement. Guinness is my favorite beer, and I’ve waited over six months to even have one, just so I could try the real thing in the factory. We easily spent several hours touring the factory, learning about all of the ins and outs of the company; from its history, to its influence and importance to the city of Dublin. It was all very interesting and the tour was very interactive and modern. My favorite part of the tour –besides the free pint of Guinness at the 360 degree bar at the top — was probably the advertising and marketing section. Guinness has had some of the most influential marketing campaigns in ad history and it was very cool to get an inside look at all of these tactics at the source.
The night was coming to an end, but we still needed to finish off strong. We made our way downtown to a stretch of pubs and clubs that we wanted to see. The first pub we went to was straight out of a movie. It was a small little pub with a group of old men and women playing fiddles and flutes in the corner, singing Irish drinking songs, while the bartender stood on the bar screaming out orders and collecting money. The place was perfect, everyone was cheerful and the mood was just right. We even had a chance to meet a group of people, around the same age as us, that were doing their own sort of pub crawl. They called it the “12 pubs of Christmas”. They all dressed up in ugly Christmas sweaters and were making their way through 12 different pubs, grabbing a Guinness in each one and making sure to make themselves known along the way. It was a memorable night that I will cherish.
The second day, after eating breakfast, we headed to the Jameson factory. It was in the early afternoon, but we had a game plan to stick to, and besides, when in Dublin! So we made our way to the factory, took the tour, had a nice Jameson tasting session which was very interesting and it all ended so quickly! At this point we had the rest of the day to make a plan, we made our way to Europe’s largest park, Phoenix Park, where we walked and talked enjoying the scenery. Eventually we made our way to a restaurant to get a late lunch. We were welcomed into the place with smiles from the bartenders. We placed our orders, and were lucky enough to get the bartenders to dial the TV’s onto all the soccer games playing that day and even the American football games. We ended up staying there for nearly five hours, eating, drinking, playing darts and watching sports. It was one of the highlights of my trip abroad. It was so simple but it really encompassed everything that I loved about this trip. The sweetness of doing nothing, really staying in the present moment, not worrying about what’s coming next but just enjoying the ride along the way. We had plenty of laughs and made some great memories here.
The next morning we were headed on our Ryan Air flight back to Rome to make our final stay in Siena. The Dublin trip did not disappoint. Every time I go to a new city it seems like it always one ups the one before. But truthfully, Dublin was my favorite city of all the major ones I visited. Mainly due to the people. The people there are so ridiculously friendly, helpful, and caring. We were often asked by random people if we needed any help getting around — because for some reason they thought we looked like a bunch of tourists, I wonder why — and whenever we asked for help or directions, people were always so kind and patient. The city wasn’t the most active, and didn’t have the most elegant buildings or fancy museums or anything, but it was just right. It is how it is, it’s beautiful in its own way, it’s fun, the food is great and the people really make the difference. I can’t wait to go again. I think that the next time I’m in Europe, Ireland will be my main destination.
Only one week left, but I’m glad I’ve been able to see and do all of the things I’ve done while I’ve been in Europe. Cheers. | geography |
https://www.dmartinphoto.com/blog/2012/12/photo-tips-techniques-planning | 2023-02-09T02:21:33 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764501066.53/warc/CC-MAIN-20230209014102-20230209044102-00006.warc.gz | 0.966653 | 372 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__294917709 | en | One thing I have learned is that great photos are often about timing. Being at the right place, at the right time is half the formula for capturing a great photograph. So here is my tip: Do a little research before going out to shoot.
The photo above is an example of the benefit of such research. On a recent trip to Washington, D.C., I knew that I was going to have the opportunity to shoot some of the iconic locations and monuments on the National Mall. Wanting to make the most of the opportunity, I did a Google search on photography in Washington, D.C. It was very helpful. There is a wealth of information out there ranging from the rules of taking pictures on Federal properties to tips for getting the best pictures.
One insightful tip I read was related to the time of day. A writer stated that the Lincoln Memorial (as well as other monuments and attractions) is usually jammed with people. Getting a clean photo of the memorial is difficult due to the throngs of tourists pressing in for their opportunity to photograph the monument. However, in the early morning, the monuments are often deserted. They suggested that the combination of the low early morning sun shining into the chamber through the columns of the memorial and the absence of tourists make shortly after sunrise the perfect moment to shoot the Lincoln Memorial.
As a result of that tip, I woke up way too early, walked miles on the national mall almost by myself, and snapped some great photos of many of the monuments on the national mall. Researching where you are going may help inform your plan and help you be in the right place at the right time.
Photo taken with a Nikon D70, 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5, 1/20s f/6.3.0 at 18mm, ISO 200 | geography |
https://highpointacademy.wordpress.com/2016/03/01/cross-cultural-understanding-at-high-point-everyones-story/ | 2023-05-29T09:39:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224644817.32/warc/CC-MAIN-20230529074001-20230529104001-00745.warc.gz | 0.971395 | 1,119 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__9915476 | en | In December, I was in awe of enthusiastic 4th graders working in groups to highlight international holiday celebrations. At their special event, I enjoyed delicious holiday treats from all around the world, and played games to salute the winter holidays—game traditions that came from many diverse cultures. The kids were excited and were taking real ownership of their group projects; I couldn’t help but feel inspired.
“What a great idea!” I told the teacher, then asked, “Who came up with it?”
“Why, the kids of course!” she answered. “I just let them run with it.”
I thought to myself, What is at play here? I wondered what had inspired nine-year-old kids to want to learn about and understand cultures beyond their own. Then it hit me: One of the six C’s of 21st century education—cross-cultural understanding—is alive and well at High Point.
Now, I grew up with an encyclopedia and a typewriter when life seemed slower and more certain. So, it is difficult for my 49-year-old mindset to understand Generation Z (or Post-Millennials) who were born in the early 2000s to the 2010s, are being raised on the Internet, and communicate via social media. Their only certainty is rapid change and uncertainty. Their world is diverse and richly multicultural, whereas I grew up in a country that was largely Caucasian: in 1960 85% of the US population was White, 3.5% was Hispanic, 11% was Black, and only .6% was Asian, according to US Census figures. But Post-Millennials are the most culturally and ethnically diverse generation in our nation’s history: as of 2011, 47% of the US population is White, 29% is Hispanic, 13% is Black and 9% is Asian.
That rich diversity is very personal to me. Two years ago, my then 12-year-old twins went online to complete their 7th Grade applications. When they got to the part where they were supposed to identify who they are, they stopped cold: there was only one box available for them to check. But they went down the list, looking for the entry that would apply to them. Caucasian: check (my Eastern European Jewish side of the family). African-American: check (my wife’s side of the family). Native American: check (Cherokee, also on my wife’s side of the family). East Indian from Asia: check (again, my wife’s side of the family). Without realizing it, my Post-Millennial twins were the new poster children for cross-cultural understanding! And where kids in previous generations had to accept that everyone must fit into a single check-box, my twins proudly refused to deny any aspect of their heritage. They embrace it all.
All of which brings me right back to High Point where, in January, we will be celebrating International Day. The theme of that day will be to share our own special, cultural stories. For the truth is, here in this melting pot of cultures we call America the Beautiful, each and every one of us has a unique and powerful story to tell. Mine is the story of Eastern European immigrants escaping poverty and prejudice. It is the story of penniless immigrants arriving at Ellis Island with little from the old country, yet a land of unknown promise stretching before them. As a boy, I can recall my grandfather telling me that as a newly arrived 19-year old immigrant, he believed that the streets of America were paved with gold and opportunity.
What is your story?
Sharing our own individual stories is so important because the very first step in developing cross-cultural understanding is to affirm our own identities and heritage. Only when we do this are we then able to appreciate and understand the identities and heritage of our friends and peers. From there, we can branch out and develop an understanding of all people and cultures across the globe—an essential 21st century life skill in a globally transformative world.
Here at school, through this cross-cultural “C” of the “six C’s” process, we know that “We are the world at High Point.” We are a rich mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, languages, and backgrounds. We embrace this rich mosaic. We embrace every aspect of who we are individually. We share and celebrate our unique stories. And in doing so, we foster the essential 21st century skill of cross-cultural understanding. We realize we are all united by common values. We are unified not by the color of our skin, the faith that we observe, or the heritage that we embrace, but by the very richness of diversity of all of these aspects and—most important of all—by the content of our character.
Yo-Yo Ma, a French-born American cellist and United Nations Messenger of Peace, once observed that “our cultural strength has always been derived from our diversity of understanding and experience.” Our post-millennial students at High Point intuitively appreciate this principle. They understand that, above all else, character counts. As parents, educators and community members, it is up to us to help empower our students to lead the way in promoting cross-cultural understanding as they move through our halls, out our doors, and into the world and their lives beyond. | geography |
https://zahie.com/categories/details/social-studies/continents-of-the-world.html | 2021-12-01T21:49:05 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-49/segments/1637964360951.9/warc/CC-MAIN-20211201203843-20211201233843-00322.warc.gz | 0.925785 | 390 | CC-MAIN-2021-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-49__0__3223263 | en | Home >> Social Studies >> Continents Of The World
Continents Of The World
There are seven major continents.These are separated by large water bodies.These are Asia,Europe,Africa,North America,South America,Australia and Antarctica.
Asia-Asia is the largest continent.It covers about one third of the total land area of the earth.The continent lies in the Eastern Hemisphere.The Tropic of Cancer passes through this continent.Asia is separated from Europe by the Ural mountains on the west.The combined landmass of Europe and Asia is called the Eurasia.
Europe:-Europe is much smaller than Asia.The continent lies to the west of Asia.The Arctic Circle passes through it.It is bound by water bodies on three sides.
Africa- Africa is the second largest continent after Asia.The Equator or 0 latitude runs almost through the middle of the continent.A large part of the Africa lies in the Northern Hemisphere.Africa is the only continent through which the Tropic of Cancer,the Equator and the tropic of Capricorn pass.The Sahara desert ,the world's largest hot desert is located in Africa.
North America-North America is the third largest continent of the world.It is linked to South America by a very narrow strip of land called Isthmus of Panama.
South America-South America lies mostly in the southern hemisphere.The Andes world's largest mountain range runs through its length from north to south.South America has the world's largest river,the Amazon.
Australia- Australia is the smallest continent that lies entirely in the Southern Hemisphere.It is surrounded on all sides by the oceans and seas.It is called an island continent.
Antarctica- Antarctica completely in the southern hemisphere is a huge continent.The south pole lies almost at the centre of the continent.It is permanently covered with thick ice sheets. | geography |
http://laymissionhelpers.org/index.php?act=laymission.detail&gallery_id=21 | 2017-04-29T01:33:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917123172.42/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031203-00484-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.957275 | 1,213 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__305850692 | en | Warren & Deanna Bowers
ASSIGNMENT:Teacher (Warren)/School Nurse & Teacher (Deanna)
SITE:St. Rita Vocational School
Warren and Deanna Bowers, retired engineer and nurse, served at St. Rita Vocational School in Nkambe, Diocese of Kumbo, Cameroon. Warren taught woodworking and project management. Deanna served as the school nurse and taught health education.
IN OWN WORDS:
"Lay Mission Helpers provided the way of our first bridge to Nkambe, Cameroon We came to Nkambe armed with the LMH classes in everything from church history to spirituality, from cultural and other religion sensitivity to assorted types of prayer. We were full of professional competence, having recently retired from responsible engineering and nursing careers. We were also full of apprehension — about living and working in this entirely foreign community for three years — in the unknown and unfamiliar, so far from our California home, family and friends.
Upon reflection I am aware of many more bridges. In Nkambe, there is a lovely old stone bridge (probably from the German colonial period) over a year-round stream that brings water to the town and crashes off the bluff at Tchua Tchua, our local waterfall. That bridge supports the main road through Nkambe, and is the center of the Botanical Garden, the work of our friend, Farmer Tantoh and his friends, begun in earnest with beauty and design, now fading for lack of sustainability. It symbolizes so much of our frustration here — there is great natural beauty, youthful imagination and desire, but a paucity of funding, follow-through and long range planning.
In Nkambe, there are also small plank foot bridges over small streams — simple, utilitarian and sturdy (most of the time). Our everyday life has been like those bridges — a way to the other side, a way to another culture. Our days are simple — no TV, intermittent short wave radio, no fast food places, rising with the sun, daily 6 a.m. Mass, teaching and working at St. Rita’s just a quarter of a mile away, and early (8:30-9:00 p.m.) to bed — especially if the power is out.
The roads going to and from Nkambe are full of dust or mud (depending on if it is dry or rainy season) with pot holes the size of VWs, rocky and washboard texture — and the bridges are the worst! Any one could be an axle-breaker if you don’t watch and slow down. Those are sure to be bridges we shall always remember!
There are also hanging rope bridges — one in nearby Misaje, and one at the botanical garden in Limbe, reminding us of the traditional heritage in Cameroon — exciting, natural and functional.
We have seen many bridges built in our 3+ years here at St. Rita’s Catholic Technical High School in Nkambe, Cameroon — two-way bridges sure to remain with us wherever we are.
There has been the spiritual bridge of the Catholic Church which bridges all cultures. The Church encourages local color in the basic liturgy, as we worship one God and Father of us all, Jesus who came that we might all have life and the Holy Spirit, the constant presence in our daily lives. There has been a two-way bridge with our parishes, Christ the King in Nkambe and St. Anthony’s in Upland, California. We have exchanged books and stories and prayers — 'solidarity in action.'
School nursing has bridged a career of 25 years in California to the assignment here as school infirmarian to 200+ boys and girls at this boarding school — ages 10 to 22. It was a big stretch! Organized school nursing also bridged, as school nurses from throughout the Diocese of Kumbo met twice a year to share information and experience — much as California school nurses have been doing for long.
The bridge of technology has brought us computers, a computer projector, woodworking power tools and that new copy machine — and we now have a new internet connection in Nkambe — a bridge to the whole world that we only dreamed of when we arrived. Yes, technology and development are coming to these rural mountains of Cameroon, and our students will be prepared.
The Lay Mission-Helpers have continued to be a bridge of support — with annual visits from the LMH staff, regular contacts by phone and e-mail, and the great LMH volunteers who have been with us here.
The social bridge is filled with so many people. We have made many new friends here, of all ages, from newborn babies to revered 'Pa’s and Ma’s,' from the big (2 ½ million people) city of Douala to the tiny village of Moh, from the local beggar to the local tribal chief, the Fon — all with extended hands of welcome.
Students have been a generation bridge for us — keeping us young in thought and spirit, reminding us of our own children and grandchildren, and challenging us to be better teachers, better Christians, and better communicators. We are enriched with the individual students who have become good friends.
In our term of service, we have grown from relationships with the newly installed Archbishop of Bamenda, Cornelius Esua, the staff of Kumbo Diocese, two school principals and more than 30 school staff members, four parish priests, the community of ICM sisters and assorted lay leaders at Christ the King and officials and neighbors of Nkambe.
We are grateful to God for providing these opportunities, enabling us to cross these bridges and ask that He continue to make them available to us and our Cameroonian friends. We look forward to continuing relationships which have been so mutually beneficial." | geography |
https://help.getsbk.com/hc/en-gb/articles/360002159757-23-Boxing-rules | 2021-07-30T17:02:00 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046153971.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20210730154005-20210730184005-00032.warc.gz | 0.924566 | 140 | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__82957919 | en | 23.1 All individual markets will be settled according to the official result of the relevant governing body immediately after the end of the fight, regardless of any subsequent disqualification or amendment to the result.
23.2 If a fight is abandoned, cancelled or postponed and not completed within 36 hours of the scheduled start time, all bets will be voided.
23.3 A contestant will be deemed the loser in the event of a disqualification.
23.4 Where the country of a fight has been changed, normal change of venue rules apply, however where there is a change of venue but the fight remains within the same country all bets will stand.
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https://www.completingmybucketlist.co.uk/2015/10/11/a-slice-of-brooklyn-pizza-tour/ | 2018-12-14T22:45:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376826354.54/warc/CC-MAIN-20181214210553-20181214232553-00258.warc.gz | 0.969256 | 329 | CC-MAIN-2018-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-51__0__14049260 | en | A bus tour of Brooklyn sounds pretty awesome right? Now imagine this bus tour with two stops for pizza! This is exactly what A Slice of Brooklyn offer.
From our pick up in Manhattan we headed off on the 4 and a half hour tour. Our first stop was for a photo in front of Brooklyn bridge.
Our first pizza stop took us to Grimaldis under the Brooklyn Bridge where even though they sometimes have queues out of the doors we had tables waiting for us. Here we had some coal brick oven cooked pizza. It’s so good sometimes people wait over an hour in the queue!
After a couple slices we hopped back on the bus and headed to see some of the amazing houses in Brooklyn. My favourite of them all is the Gingerbread house. Beautiful isn’t it?
We passed famous locations from Saturday Night Fever, Goodfellas, The French Connection and more, and whilst we did the movie clips were shown on tv screens.
Then it was time for some more pizza and ! this time at L&B Spumoni Gardens (as seen on Man Vs Food)
Then unfortunately it was time to head back to Manhattan. We had an amazing time on our Slice of Brooklyn Tour. The guides were super fun and interesting, the pizza was awesome, and the sites were amazing! Next time I visit NYC I’ll be staying in Brooklyn and away from the madness in Manhattan.
A slice of Brooklyn also offer a Neighbourhood tour and a Christmas lights tour and have some other ideas for the future so make sure you add them to your New York bucket list. | geography |
https://theleadingedge.com/news/the-leading-edge-appoints-regional-ceos-following-global-growth | 2019-09-16T12:21:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-39/segments/1568514572556.54/warc/CC-MAIN-20190916120037-20190916142037-00092.warc.gz | 0.968972 | 439 | CC-MAIN-2019-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-39__0__98716655 | en | The Leading Edge has appointed Gillian O’Sullivan to APAC CEO and the promoted Chris Paxton to EMEA CEO from EMEA MD.
The newly created CEO roles are part of The Leading Edge’s push to further strengthen its global leadership team to support its significant increase in global work over the last three years. Both CEOs will have regional responsibilities and will be supported by the recently appointed Managing Partners to deliver their 2021 vision and to ensure the delivery of global excellence.
Gillian joins from Ipsos, where she has been the ANZ Managing Director for the last eight years. Gillian has worked with many global clients in a diverse range of industries including FMCG, healthcare, financial services, automotive, utilities, telecommunications, tourism and retail, and has a great deal of experience leading and developing teams, strategic planning and product management.
The appointment of Chris and Gillian as CEOs reflects The Leading Edge’s global growth, having worked on projects in over 35 countries in the last two years – 75% of which were multi-market.
Gillian, who will be based in The Leading Edge’s Sydney office, said: “I’m excited to be joining a business that is focused on a global model of delivering insight-led strategic advice. When The Leading Edge was first created, they were pioneers in research. Now they are leaders in combined insight and strategy. There is so much potential for growth as witnessed by recent client wins.”
The EMEA business, based in London, has seen fast growth over the last 18 months, having tripled its headcount.
Chris said: “There is a growing need to service client requirements across multiple markets, not just domestically. Over the last two years the majority of our clients held a global remit. We’re perfectly placed to partner with global clients thanks to our expertise and our global reach.”
The Leading Edge also has plans to expand its presence in the USA in the next 12 months to further strengthen its global footprint.
For press enquiries please contact Hema Chauhan on [email protected]. | geography |
https://trioostomycare.us/trio-healthcare-accelerates-international-expansion-plans/ | 2024-03-05T00:48:37 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947476592.66/warc/CC-MAIN-20240304232829-20240305022829-00595.warc.gz | 0.954507 | 898 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__144134514 | en | Ostomy specialist hires new international directors as it expands export operations
Trio Healthcare is targeting significant global expansion after appointing new directors within key regions. Christian Stegle joins as the company’s Business Director for Asia Pacific, based in Singapore, and Hussain Malkawi has taken up post as Trio’s Business Director for the Middle East, based in Dubai. Stegle and Malkawi aim to support the introduction of Trio products into over 20 new countries over the course of 2021.
It comes as the company also agrees a new distribution partnership allowing its products to enter the Republic of Ireland for the first time. The ostomy specialist has partnered with medical device distributor Ceannaire Medical, to serve ostomates and stoma care clinicians within ROI and Northern Ireland, enabling Trio to significantly grow its footprint within the Irish ostomy market.
Stegle has over 20 years’ experience within the medical device industry and close to 15 years in the Asia-Pacific region, having spent time with Smith & Nephew in Singapore, and global wound care leader Acelity. Malkawi joins with over two decades of experience in healthcare, at the likes of Molnlycke, Crawford Healthcare and Abbott Laboratories.
Trio recorded international sales of £1.1m in FY20, representing double digit growth on previous years. Its silicone-based products are developed and manufactured at its Skipton site and exported into 30 countries.
After receiving significant funding in 2020 from the likes of HSBC UK and US-based SWK Holdings Corporation, the company has increased its global share of the ostomy products market by continually investing in R&D and the expansion of its Skipton manufacturing facilities.
Trio was founded in 2006 by CEO Lloyd Pearce. The company’s patented, hybrid silicone formations are designed to provide ostomates with products that are more breathable and gentler for the skin, as compared to traditional ostomy products. It is targeting further global growth this year ahead of a significant new product launch that will represent a first for the ostomy market.
Chris Lane, chief operating officer at Trio Healthcare, said: “Alongside investment in our UK operations, targeting new countries and expanding in our existing territories will help to significantly further our position in the global ostomy market. The MENA and Asia Pacific markets in particular are high value and rapidly growing, so it’s vital we have a dedicated presence there, and we’re thrilled to have Christian and Hussain join the team. Their extensive knowledge and experience within their respective regions will enable us to gain a foothold across a wide range of new countries.
“As well as targeting growth further afield, European exports remain a priority, and we have been able to record significant sales revenues on the continent via key new partnerships with the likes of Ceannaire. Our R&D challenges the lethargy within the market and means that we can ultimately provide ostomates across the globe with greater choice when it comes to their day-to-day stoma care. It’s an area within the medical devices industry that has attracted less attention than other conditions over the years, but is primed for new developments that genuinely improve quality of life for patients and ease healthcare burdens for clinicians.”
Christian Stegle, Business Director Asia Pacific, Trio Healthcare, commented: “Trio is a fast-growing, ambitious team that has the technology and experience to truly disrupt the provision of ostomy care in the region, where there’s increasing prevalence of conditions typically associated with stomas, such as colorectal cancers. Trio’s focus on supporting ostomates with suitable products will play a valuable role in stoma care across Asia Pacific, and I look forward to driving our growth here, a key strand of the business’ international growth plans.
Hussain Malkawi, Business Director MENA, Trio Healthcare, said: “The sustained global growth Trio has enjoyed in the past year is testament to the influence this innovative Northern manufacturer is having internationally. We’ve already made great progress within the Middle East, with positive evaluations of Trio products and listings within UAE, Kuwait and Qatar. I’m delighted to be onboard to further our presence in a region that is quickly growing within the ostomy market.”
29th April 2021 | geography |
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The World Bellyboard Championships began at a little known beach in Chapel Porth, UK. From its humble beginnings in 2002, the competition now attracts over 200 entrants from around the world. Event Director and British surf champion Robyn Davies talks about this quintessentially British event, the history of bellyboarding, her own surfing career and surfer-led coastal conservation efforts in the UK.
Where is Chapel Porth?
It’s a tiny little beach on the north coast of Cornwall in the UK (south west corner of England). Lots of surfers over here haven’t even heard about it. At low tide you’ve got probably about five miles of a pretty white sand beach with amazing, amazing banks and an incredible backdrop as well. That’s what makes Chapel Porth so special – its backdrop to the surf, which is just this huge, huge high rugged cliff. Cornwall was very, very famous during the industrial revolution time when tin was very popular and that’s really a very striking and very unique sight of Cornish surfing. It’s a kind of spiritual place really.
What does a tin mine look like? It doesn’t sound very beautiful.
It doesn’t, does it (laughs)! A tin mine consists of an old stone building … you can’t see the mineshaft unless you go into these buildings. They have tall stone stack as well. They’re actually very beautiful things. I’m sure when they were working they were pretty noisy, ugly, a lot of pollution. But it’s how Cornwall became famous in a way. Cornwall became extremely rich through tin but then the whole economic bottom dropped out of tin and there was no money in it and Cornwall kind of got left behind in the economic world. The shafts go on for tens and tens of miles beneath the ground. It’s quite incredible. So that’s where Chapel Porth is … it’s on the North coast of Cornwall. It’s pretty hidden away and a great surf spot … the surfers down there are so proud of coming from Chapel Porth because it is an incredible sight.
What is the ratio of women and men surfing in the area?
I would have to say possibly a third or even more of the surfers in the water are women. Sometimes there’s more women than men out there even. Surfing in the UK for women has really taken off, especially in pockets in Chapel Porth. Chapel Porth is one of those pockets where a lot of women do surf, which is quite interesting.
Tell me about the history of bellyboarding in Chapel Porth.
Bellyboarding is how the British first started surfing. They’re literally just pieces of plywood that are no taller than five foot in height. They’re usually around the four-foot mark and it’s got a lip on the nose to hold on to. If there’s peeling green waves further in, you can catch those as well, but it’s usually a white water sport. Back in the 1940s or very late 30’s, it started up around the Brighton region and then it started creeping further and further south. When you see the board you just think, that’s not going to catch a wave, it won’t even float me. But, in fact, it’s exhilarating … it sounds mad to kind of compare the two, but I’ve been to the North Shore of Hawaii and I’ve surfed Pipe and I’ve surfed Waimea and it’s that same kind of exhilaration. It’s a great sport to get into and it’s so accessible. You don’t need to know how to duck dive, you don’t need to be the strongest swimmer or the strongest surfer, you can literally just grab one and go out into the white water and have the time of your life.
How did the World Bellyboard Championships start?
It started nine years ago in memory of a chap called Arthur Traveller. He lived up country but he always used to come to Chapel Porth for his holidays. And no matter what the weather, no matter what the conditions, he would go in regardless, into the sea and have a bellyboard every day of his holiday. And he was just a real inspiration. Everyone knew him and had great respect for his passion for the ocean. When he passed away, friends of mine started up the world championships and it started off absolutely tiny with 8 or 10 people entering it and then it grew and grew, until three years ago, I took over as contest director. Last year we had 212 people enter. So it’s grown in a relatively short time into a huge, huge event that has just captured the imagination of the country. It’s quite quirky and quintessentially British. It’s an event that’s a bit tongue and cheek but you do become a bona fide world champion at the same time. We have people who are aged as young as 6 and our oldest competitor last year was 84, so it’s an event for literally everybody.
We’ve had people from New York come over; we’ve had people from Australia, from the Caribbean. There was a chap last year from Denmark and a family came over from South Africa. It’s truly become the world bellyboard event. We have thirty-four categories like the best swimsuit on the day. Nobodies allowed to wear wetsuits. Everybody’s in their swimsuits and it’s really encouraged to wear traditional costumes, a kind of 1940s attire. There’s prizes for the best costume, there’s prizes for the longest ride, there’s prizes for the most inventive and radical trick, there’s a prize for the best swimming cap because that’s also very quintessentially bellyboarding.
It’s really all-inclusive … it hasn’t become male dominated like the stand up surfing world has become. There’s no particular clique attached to it, it’s just really friendly. Everyone is out there together, enjoying it, helping each other along.
How did you start surfing? What was it like being a woman in the professional surfing world?
I first took it up when I was thirteen. And it was literally a case of never seeing it before, to seeing it one day and thinking, wow, that looks amazing. I hired a board and I stood up the first time. I thought, I’m a natural; this is my sport and then obviously spent the next year in the white water struggling to get to one knee. But that first wave, I was hooked. My passion started in the blink of an eye, just one stroke into a wave and I’ve been a surfer ever since. When I was seventeen a friend said to me, hey, you should go in for some of the national competitions, which I did and it just kind of snowballed from there. I feel so blessed that I found something that I love so much which then became my career and then went off onto the world tour and just met very, very like mined people. Personally, I never felt a divide between men and women surfing. The only divide that was there for me was the ratio of men to women in the water. And when it came to career earnings and things with sponsors, I was always treated exactly the same way as my male teammates. I never actually found any sexism in surfing. I just saw myself as a surfer and saw everybody else as a surfer. I think that’s how it should be. I have heard stories about girls being told to get out of the water, they shouldn’t be out here and stuff but I never came across that.
I was in a car crash and damaged my back and it has never got to that point where I’ve been able to train as much or surf as much as I really, really wanted to when I was a full time professional. But I’m still in the water all the time, just not up to the level that I used to be. And then it kind of dawned on me that a lot of the places I was surfing belonged to the National Trust. The National Trust is a conservation charity (with 3.6 million members in the UK) that looks after houses and beautiful gardens as well as the countryside and coastline all around the British Isles. And I thought, wow, I’ve used these beaches all my life and yet I’ve never felt any connection with this conservation charity who are actually enabling me to get to the beach. They put the paths in and the steps to get down the cliff, and also keep it undeveloped so most of the spots I go and surf it’s just me and whoever I go surfing with. So I started volunteering my image as a surfer to the National Trust and said hey listen, there’s an opportunity here, because I’ve surfed your beaches all my life and I had no Idea you were looking after them. I’d like to give something back and I know all the surfers would because surfers care for their environment, they especially care for their playground. And it kind of just snow balled from there. I started then working for the National Trust and working with the surf community to highlight the importance of conservation and the heritage of our coastline and how best to maintain and look after it, which has been a really hugely satisfying job.
The response back from the British surf industry has just been so welcoming. I mean I’ve had ten of the top British surfers turn around and say, we’d really like to be ambassadors for this cause because like you, we had no idea that this beach was being maintained by a charity. I think you could approach most surfers around the world and say, how important is the environment to you? And whether you’re talking about their immediate beach environment or further afield, I think they would all have some degree of knowledge and experience and passion to keep it safe and beautiful. There’s been a precedent set by Surfers Against Sewage who are a big campaign group to clean up the seas because sewage in the UK was a big, big problem. Surfers Against Sewage moved mountains to clean up the seas and it really crystallized in surfer’s minds that craggy, I’m not just a drop in the ocean, I am part of the ocean. When we all get together, we can actually make things happen, we can conserve stuff, we can change for the better and we can work as one so it’s all been really positive. I just find that so encouraging for the future. Yeah, I’m stoked.
What would you say to someone in the US who is thinking about participating in the World Bellyboard Championships?
It’s a fantastic event. It’s like one big hug from two hundred belly boarders. It’s celebrating all that’s good about surfing and surfing roots as well, the heritage of surfing. Chapel Porth is one of my favorite places. It’s stunning. It’s barren in the winter and then in the summer months all the heather blooms into life and there’s just so much to see and marvel at down there. I’d say, if you were thinking about a quirky different holiday, definitely come along; we’d be really stoked to see you.
But you don’t allow wetsuits?
Yeah, no wetsuits (laughs)! It can be quite cold, especially for the older members of the event, so we do provide hot water bottles and cups of tea afterwards (laughter).
• World Bellyboarding Championships: http://www.bellyboarding.co.uk
• Video of event: http://vimeo.com/10688226
• The National Trust: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/
• Surfers Against Sewage: http://www.sas.org.uk/
• Photo Credit – Matt Cardy/Getty Images Europe: http://www.mattcardyphoto.com | geography |
http://olgasoriginals.com/2013/05/a-glimpse-of-charlotte-nc-and-vicinity/ | 2018-02-24T04:03:12 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891815318.53/warc/CC-MAIN-20180224033332-20180224053332-00383.warc.gz | 0.963625 | 1,350 | CC-MAIN-2018-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-09__0__162106872 | en | Hampton Inn, conveniently located amidst a busy shopping and dining locale of Charlotte’s suburban town Matthews, offered a great deal of comfort and normalcy to us who were relocating from the East Coast to the West with a two-week transit stop in Charlotte, NC.
In fact, as we got ourselves familiarized with the hotel’s friendly personnel and many complimentary perks, like, a hot continental-style breakfast buffet, 24/7 coffee and tea bar complemented by fresh-baked gourmet cookies, and weekday wine and appetizer tastings catered by the local restaurants and diners, it started to feel like a cozy bed & breakfast, and my little one even went on to call it “home”.
I was okay with it. Under the circumstances, home was where there was food at our fingertips.
Matthews is stunningly green. And that alone may be one of its major attractions. Trees everywhere! Tall, full, graceful! Pine, maple, oak, juniper, birch, ash trees! I was glad to point out the species to Nicole on our daily walks to a Chick-fil-A for lunch.
I felt like I was back home in Russia . . . I have a fondness for forests. For their tranquility. Mystique. Majesty.
If you love nature, you can’t pass up a visit to Squirrel Lake Park that’s nestled in one of the many wooded areas of the town. Besides a kiddie playground, picnic shelters, and a fishing pond, it offers Four Mile Creek Greenway—an asphalted trail intermittent with boardwalk. As you stroll, jog, or bike along there, you might spot a wild rabbit as it hops away into the thick of the trees frightened by the noise of your shoes or a water snake basking in the sun on the rocks of the creek or a patch of wild strawberries on the side of the trail hidden in the tall grass.
Perfect for a quiet getaway. We went there numerous times after Kevin got home from work.
Charlotte is definitely one of a kind. Charming, laid-back southern city where rich history permeates its everyday life. I love the way sleek skyscrapers tower over quaint centuries-old houses without ruining the integrity of the historic uptown, the way modern-day traffic caters in to a horse and buggy taking tourists sightseeing, the way a lot of shops and businesses are located in the old mills and warehouses that they took the time and effort to renovate and bring back to their original glory. This is a city that values the past, enjoys the present, and projects for the future.
We started our tour of Charlotte with visiting Atherton Farmer’s Market. My kind of attraction. Housed inside an old warehouse in Historic South End of Charlotte, it’s a hodgepodge of local foods, farms, and artisans. From fresh meats and vegetables to unique art and jewelry, this place has something for everybody. Even for me who had no basket to load, no stove to cook, and no extra room in the luggage to fill.
As I was leaving the place, I grabbed a spring issue of Edible Charlotte from the newsstand which led me to discover a place so unique and gorgeous it takes your breath away. Right under our noses in a green quirky town of Monroe where Kevin drove to work every day. A place not a lot of locals know about and a place I am already brewing plans to return to.
Treehouse Vineyards is a family-owned Vineyard and Winery that specializes in producing wines from native muscadines as well as imported grapes. We headed there on Mother’s Day for a wine tasting and a tour of the wine-making process followed by a stay in one of their ruggedly charming tree houses about 30 feet off the ground. And I thought tree houses were only for kids! The one that we rented for an hour can accommodate up to 6 people, seats comfortably 4 inside, and includes an outside fireplace on the deck overlooking the vineyard. Are you raising your eyebrows yet? Wait! It gets better! Their other tree house has a kitchenette, full bath, upstairs bedroom with a queen size bed, hot and cold water, heat, air conditioning, and a gas grill on the private deck . . . and it is booked through the end of this year already. And this is exactly why I have to make plans to return there some time in the fall next year for their Grape Stomping event or in the winter when bonfire nights complete with s’mores kits draw people in from near and far.
And while the house wines are bold in character, rich in taste, and distinct in flavor, and the farm’s vistas of well-groomed muscadine vines and horses roaming them freely are beautiful and romantic, and the tree houses make perfect getaways for kids of all ages, it’s one family’s incredible journey that brings it all together into one-of-a-kind experience.
Phil and Dianne Nordan, the owners, took a chance when they decided to put the farmland that’d been in Dianne’s family for over 200 years to good use by growing native muscadine grapes and wining them in the state that wasn’t big on wine at the time and muscadine wines were often overlooked in liquor stores due to their intensely sweet taste. But hard labor, strong vision, and the tree houses that are an attraction by themselves have definitely paid off, with the vineyard considerably outselling its competitors and taking home both the gold and silver medals for its muscadine wines at the 2011 NC State Fair.
Although I am not crazy about very sweet wines, I must admit their Sunset Hills, which is a sweet red blend of three different muscadine varieties, seemed a bit smoother than the others and more gripping with the flavor of the fruit. Pretty good.
Their viniferous wines are as delicious. My personal favorite is “Rock Quarry” Riesling. Made without the muscadine grape, it has a dryer, more delicate flavor.
They sell the wines by the glass and the bottle, and you are welcome to make a picnic out of it on the deck of one of the two tree houses while enjoying the farm’s spectacular views.
In short, good people, good wine, good entertainment.
Stop by and wine a bit. | geography |
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National Science Week: Building Community in your Street
August 19, 2021 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm AWST
In National Science Week 2021, be inspired by local sustainability legends as they demonstrate how to build a community in your street!
About this event
Do you know your neighbours? Do you long for the sense of community in your street that you had as a child? Since the COVID19 pandemic, many of us have come to realise just how important our local neighbourhood is during times of crisis.
To celebrate National Science Week this year, come and discover how much science there is in your community – from composting to gardening to cooking, your neighbourhood is a ready-made community to share knowledge and build resilience through food.
At this workshop, you will hear two inspiring stories about geographic community – the community around where you live. From book exchanges to shared compost systems, street parties to movie nights, you are sure to leave inspired to think about your local area and what you can do it make its bonds stronger.
Suitable for ages 10 years and over. Tea, coffee and snacks will be provided.
Please dress warmly.
This National Science Week project is brought to you by Switch your Thinking, Perth City Farm and the City of Perth and supported by the Australian Government.
The session will be in the Community Room at Perth City Farm, 1 City Farm Place East Perth. Right next to Claisebrook train station, so public transport is best for you and the planet. If you need to drive there is plenty of paid parking in the Royal St carpark. There is one ACROD bay right in front of Perth City Farm on City Farm Place, and two more in the Royal Street carpark. This venue is wheelchair accessible and features an accessible toilet. | geography |
http://alleghenyrockets.org/2016/04/19/2016-summer-dates-oldsmobile/ | 2017-03-29T10:57:47 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-13/segments/1490218190295.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20170322212950-00331-ip-10-233-31-227.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.675193 | 218 | CC-MAIN-2017-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-13__0__209852314 | en | Here are some of the other summer dates for Oldsmobile events near our region:
May 1, 2016 Northern Ohio Chapter Spring Dust-Off
7011 W. 130th St.
Parma Heights, OH 44130
Contact: Jim Olson 440-781-8343
June 12, 2016 25th Annual Buick-Oldsmobile-Pontiac Car Show& Swap Meet
1000 E. Edgerton Rd.
Broadview Heights, OH 44147
Contact: Tom Ferencz 440-227-4080
June 18, 2016 24th Olds Homecoming Car Show&Swap Meet (OCA Regional)
7285 Parsons Dr.
Dimondale, MI 48821
Contact: www.reolds.org or Judy Badgley 517-645-7438
August 28, 2016 Northern Ohio Chapter 33rd All Olds Show and Swap Meet
Carnation Mall, Rte 62
www.northernohiooldsclub.com or Galen Kolesar 330-502-3160 | geography |
https://www.ohpcltd.com/indravati/project | 2021-07-29T01:24:02 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046153814.37/warc/CC-MAIN-20210729011903-20210729041903-00309.warc.gz | 0.906443 | 501 | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__169259196 | en | The Upper Indravati Project would form the first step in development of the power potential of the Indravati river in odisha. The project has features favourable for a very economical hydro electric development such as good water availability, low dams to form a large regulating storage, less submergence and short water conductor system to concentrate a high head for power generation. Additional attractive features of the development is the possibilities of utilising the tail race releases for providing irrigation to a large command area in the backward district of the state.
The main works involved in the Upper Indravati project are:
- Formation of a reservoir with a gross storage capacity of 2300 Mcum at FRL + 642 m (2106.3 ft.) and a live capacity of 1435.5 Mcum above the MDDL of + 625 m (2050.62 ft.)
Water conductor system comprising of 165 m long head race channel, 4.32 km. long and 7 m dia head race tunnel designed for a discharge capacity of 210 cumecs and terminating in a surge shaft.
- 2 pressure shafts 330 m long and 5.25 m dia bifurcating near the valve house;
- 4 surface penstocks, 790 m long and 3.5 m dia to lead the water to the power house;
- an overground power house with an installation of 4 units of 150mw each operating under an average gross head of 371.00m (1218 ft.)
- a 9 Km long tail race channel to discharge tail racewater into the Hati river
- Aweir ,12.01 m high and 117 m long on the Hati river with a live storage capacity of 603.57 HM between RL 265 m and 260.4m to even out diurnal variations in the releases from the power house
- two gravity canals 48.5km. long left bank and 70.4 km. long right bank to command an ayacut of 49085 hectares and 27195 hectares respectively
- a lift canal 56.3 km . long taking off directly from the left side of the weir to command an ayacut of 41400 hectares (the lift involves is 45.7 m).
The items of work from point (7) to point (9) are being taken up under the irrigation project . The dam and appurtenant works are taken up as common work for irrigation and power. | geography |
https://provenhomepros.com/our-areas/ | 2023-03-21T07:43:44 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296943637.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20230321064400-20230321094400-00767.warc.gz | 0.921485 | 127 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__2439620 | en | We serve Southeastern Ohio Including all suburbs of Greater Cincinnati and Dayton. We are familiar with each individual market and community from the Ohio River North to the Dayton airport area and East to Washington Courthouse. We look forward to helping you find a home that will be a great fit for you, your family, and your lifestyle. Consider the bustling downtown Cincinnati vibe or, the trendy area of Hyde Park or the quiet neighborly suburb of Oakwood, near the University of Dayton. Whether your dream home is a city loft, a suburban craftsman or a country farm, The Proven Home Pros Can can help you find your dream home. | geography |
http://outwoodsedge.leics.sch.uk/index.php/our-school/curriculum/geography | 2018-01-22T14:06:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-05/segments/1516084891377.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20180122133636-20180122153636-00066.warc.gz | 0.888666 | 711 | CC-MAIN-2018-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-05__0__133064853 | en | Key Stage 1
Key Stage 2
· Investigate the world’s continents and oceans.
· Investigate the countries and capitals of the United Kingdom.
· Compare and contrast a small area of the United Kingdom with that of a non-European country.
· Explore weather and climate in the United Kingdom and around the world.
· Use basic geographical vocabulary to refer to and describe key physical and human features of locations.
· Use world maps, atlases and globes.
· Use simple compass directions.
· Use aerial photographs.
· Use fieldwork and observational skills.
· Locate the world’s countries, with a focus on Europe and countries of particular interest to pupils.
· Locate the world’s countries, with focus on North and South America and countries of particular interest to pupils.
· Identify key geographical features of the countries of the United Kingdom, and show an understanding of how some of these aspects have changed over time.
· Locate the geographic zones of the world.
· Understand the significance of the geographic zones of the world.
· Understand geographical similarities and differences through the study of human and physical geography of a region or area of the United Kingdom (different from that taught at Key Stage 1).
· Understand geographical similarities and differences through the study of human and physical geography of a region or area in a European country.
· Understand geographical similarities and differences through the study of the human and physical geography of a region or area within North or South America.
· Describe and understand key aspects of:
o physical geography, including: climate zones, biomes and vegetation belts, rivers, mountains, volcanoes and earthquakes and the water cycle
o human geography, including: settlements, land use, economic activity including trade links and the distribution of natural resources including energy, food, minerals and water supplies.
· Use maps, atlases, globes and digital/computer mapping to locate countries and describe features studied.
· Use the eight points of a compass, four-figure grid references, symbols and keys (including the use of Ordnance Survey maps) to build knowledge of the United Kingdom and the world.
· Use a wide range of geographical sources in order to investigate places and patterns.
· Use fieldwork to observe, measure and record the human and physical features in the local area using a range of methods, including sketch maps, plans and graphs and digital technologies.
· To investigate places
· To investigate patterns
· To communicate geographically
· An excellent knowledge of where places are and what they are like.
· An excellent understanding of the ways in which places are interdependent and interconnected and how much human and physical environments are interrelated.
· An extensive base of geographical knowledge and vocabulary.
· Fluency in complex, geographical enquiry and the ability to apply questioning skills and use effective analytical and presentational techniques.
· The ability to reach clear conclusions and develop a reasoned argument to explain findings.
· Significant levels of originality, imagination or creativity as shown in interpretations and representations of the subject matter.
· Highly developed and frequently utilised fieldwork and other geographical skills and techniques.
· A passion for and commitment to the subject, and a real sense of curiosity to find out about the world and the people who live there.
· The ability to express well-balanced opinions, rooted in very good knowledge and understanding about current and contemporary issues in society and the environment. | geography |
http://esa.un.org/unmigration/wallchart2013.htm | 2014-11-23T03:17:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-49/segments/1416400379063.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20141119123259-00097-ip-10-235-23-156.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.944004 | 1,791 | CC-MAIN-2014-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-49__0__113225089 | en | Ladies and Gentlemen,
I am grateful for the opportunity to address you here today.
International migration often provokes strong emotional reactions. The Population Division plays a crucial role in providing accurate, timely and unbiased information to the international community about the many facets of migration, including its links to the process of social and economic development.
Member States of the United Nations and other stakeholders have made repeated calls for an improved evidence base on international migration. The Population Division has worked hard to respond to this demand.
I would like to acknowledge the work of the Migration Section within the Population Division. The Section is headed by Mr. Bela Hovy. He and his team have worked tirelessly to bring you the data and analysis we are presenting today.
The data come from our recent publication, Trends in International Migration: The 2013 Revision. This publication is currently available through the worldwide web. It includes global estimates of the number of international migrants, defined in most cases as persons who are living outside their country of birth.
These estimates have been produced for 232 countries or areas of the world. They cover the years 1990, 2000, 2010, and 2013. Notably, the estimates in this series have been fully disaggregated by age, sex and country of origin and destination.
In this brief overview, I would like to highlight some of the major trends that we have uncovered in our analysis of this new dataset.
More people than ever are living abroad. According to our latest estimates, the
number of international migrants worldwide has reached 232 million in 2013, up from
175 million in 2000 and 154 million in 1990. About 6 of every 10 international migrants
are living in the developed regions, or the global North. In total, these migrants
number 136 million, compared to 96 million living in the global South.
Worldwide, international migrants account for a small share of the total population. Although the number of international migrants worldwide has been steadily increasing, they only account for about three per cent of the total population. In the developed countries, however, migrants account for about 11 per cent of the total population, compared to less than 2 per cent in the developing world.
The effects of migration are much broader than these percentages suggest, since many people who do not migrate are also impacted by migration.
Overall, Europe and Asia host the largest numbers of international migrants, with 72 million residing in Europe and 71 million in Asia. Together, they account for nearly two-thirds of all international migrants worldwide.
Yet, international migrants are highly concentrated in just ten countries. The largest number of international migrants is living in the United States (46 million, or 20 per cent of the world’s total) followed by the Russian Federation (11 million), Germany (10 million) and Saudi Arabia (9 million).
Migrants by age and sex
Most international migrants are of working age — from 20 to 64 years old — numbering
171 million and accounting for three quarters of the total migrant population. This
share is significantly higher than for the general population, where the proportion
of people in the working age range stands at 58 per cent.
Since most migrants are of working age, young migrants, those under age 20, are generally underrepresented among all international migrants. In addition, children born to foreign-born parents are not counted as international migrants in many countries. As a consequence, children only account for 15 per cent of the global migrant population, compared to 35 per cent for the total population.
Older migrants — those above age 65 — represent about 11 per cent of all migrants in the world. Many older migrants have been living in their countries of destination for decades. In developed countries, the number of older migrants has increased from 11 million in 1990 to 18 million in 2013.
Roughly half of all international migrants are women. Yet, there are considerable differences across regions. Whereas 52 per cent of all migrants in the North are women, they account for only 43 per cent in the South. Historic destinations of international migrants, such as Europe and the Americas, generally host higher proportions of women. Male migrants, however, significantly outnumber female migrants in Asia and Africa, where migration is often of shorter duration, and where the living and working conditions favour men over women.
Migrants by origin and destination
Our new estimates track movements of individuals between countries, recording both
the country of origin and the country of destination. Our estimates reveal that
South-to-South movements were the most common form of migration around 1990. The
data also show that, since around the year 2000, migration from South to North has
become as common as migration between countries of the global South.
Today, in 2013, about 82.3 million international migrants who were born in developing countries are now living as migrants in other countries of the South. This number is only slightly higher than the 81.9 million international migrants who originated in the South but are now living in the North.
From 1990 to 2000, most of the growth in the number of international migrants was driven by rising levels of South-to-North migration. Since 2000, however, both South North and South-South migration have accounted for about 40 per cent of the growth in the global population of foreign-born persons. Thus, most international migrants originate in developing countries, but in recent years they have been settling in almost equal numbers in the developed and the developing regions.
Overall, Asians represent the largest diaspora group residing outside their major area of birth. They account for about 19 million foreign-born persons living in Europe, 16 million in Northern America and 3 million in Oceania. Migrants born in Latin America and the Caribbean represent the second largest diaspora group, with the majority living in Northern America, especially the United States.
Some countries of Southern and Western Asia host large populations of international migrants from neighbouring countries. In 2013, for example, we estimate that 3.2 million international migrants from Bangladesh are residing in India. Another prominent example is migrants from Afghanistan, mostly refugees, who live in neighbouring countries: there are around 2.3 million Afghanis in Pakistan and a similar number in the Islamic Republic of Iran. The oil producing countries of Western Asia host many foreign-born individuals from Southern Asia: we estimate that there are around 2.9 million persons born in India who are now living in the United Arab Emirates, with another 1.8 million in Saudi Arabia.
The world’s largest corridor of international migration is between the United States of America and Mexico. Our estimates indicate that the United States is hosting some 13 million persons who were born in Mexico. Germany and France host the largest immigrant communities within Europe. About 1.5 million persons born in Turkey reside in Germany: many of these migrants came to Germany under the guest worker programmes of the 1960s and 1970s and then opted to stay. In France, there are some 1.5 million international migrants from Algeria, a former French colony.
Refugees account for a relatively small proportion of the global migrant population, numbering 15.7 million or around seven per cent of all international migrants in 2013. Nearly nine of every ten refugees in the world live in developing regions. Asia hosts the largest number of refugees (10.4 million) followed by Africa (2.9 million) and Europe (1.5 million).
The 2013 High-level Dialogue on International Migration and Development
The United Nations General Assembly, for the second time in its history, will convene
a High-level Dialogue on International Migration and Development. This event will
take place from 3 to 4 October 2013. Its purpose is to identify concrete measures
to strengthen coherence and cooperation at all levels, with a view to enhancing
the benefits of international migration for migrants and countries alike and its
important links to development, while reducing its negative implications.
The High-level Dialogue presents an opportunity for Member States, civil society and the international community to advance the debate on international migration and development, and to promote concrete actions to improve the lives of migrants and to enhance the benefits of migration for countries of origin and destination.
I think everyone agrees that data and research are essential for evidence-based policy-making and informed public debate. We are convinced that these new data will inform the ongoing debate about international migration and guide Member States in their deliberations and future actions.
Let me finish by mentioning the Population Division’s website devoted to international
migration, www.unmigration.org, where you can find a wealth of detailed information,
including this statement, the press release, a wall chart, three fact sheets and
a link to an online database containing detailed country-by-country statistics.
I thank you for your interest, and I would welcome any questions you may have at this time. | geography |
http://ruralintelligence.com/community_section/the_rural_we/the_rural_we_gerri_griswold | 2017-04-24T05:25:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917119080.24/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031159-00524-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.971162 | 932 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__34558711 | en | The Rural We: Gerri Griswold
Gerri Griswold is director of Administration and Development at the White Memorial Conservation Center in Litchfield, Conn. (The Center, founded in 1913 by brother and sister Alain and May White and comprised of 4,000 acres of protected land, is open all year round for hiking, swimming, kayaking and canoeing, camping, boating, biking, horseback riding, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, fishing and bird-watching.) She’s handled bats for 25 years as a wildlife rehabilitator and educator and is licensed by the state of Connecticut and the U. S. Department of Agriculture to keep and exhibit non-releasable bats and, more recently, porcupines, for education. She and her bats have appeared on the cover of “The Weekly Reader” and in a segment for “The Late Show with David Letterman.” Griswold also serves as the morning voice of traffic on WTIC AM and WZMX FM. In 2010 she launched a travel company, Krummi Travel LLC, (named after the affectionate Icelandic word for “raven,” her favorite bird) which takes small groups on trips to Iceland.
I was born and raised in Winchester, Conn. and I live on the farm my grandfather bought in the late 1800s. I first got wanderlust in sixth grade when I saw Stonehenge in a history book. I went to the UK when I was 21, and immersed myself in all of the ancient art and archeology I could find. Luckily, I married a guy who was interested in travel, too. I’ve got a really busy life, so when I travel now I like to visit more rural, remote places where I can relax. I’m not a risky traveler, I prefer places where I can be alone or with local people. Iceland is my favorite place to travel; I’ve been there 45 times. With my travel company, I take small groups and we can get into the nooks and crannies that big tour buses can’t.
I’m a curious person and my curiosity has allowed me to have an interesting life. I have a degree in art history from NYU, and I was a professional chef for many years, but that’s an extremely physical profession. I was a full-time traffic broadcaster for what was Metro Networks, and now I record traffic reports for another company. I get up at 4 a.m. and record them in my studio here. I own a small farm, so I take care of the animals first (a bat, a porcupine, goats, a pig, a peacock, a turkey, a hamster, and a parrot that swears), then I do the radio broadcast, then I take my dog Bradley with me to work.
What first brought me to White Memorial was my work as a wildlife rehabilitator. People get an impression that this is a gigantic institution but, while it’s a big piece of property, it’s maintained by very few people. We’re the largest privately held land organization in the state and we have one of the most beautiful museums in the U.S., which includes precious dioramas painted by James Perry Wilson (whose work can be seen in the Museum of Natural History).
Alain and May White were such land junkies; beginning in the early 1900s, they began buying land and bringing it back to its natural state. They gifted 6,000 acres to the state of Connecticut, which are now some of the best state forests in the country. Alain was a published botanist, and was instrumental in the reforestation of red pines, as well as a chess master who solved German codes.
I’m the editor of the organization’s newsletters, and I arrange Saturday programming here, which is a way to selfishly bring in everything I’ve always wanted to learn about. If something interests me, I figure everyone else will be interested, too. I love extinct species — I don’t know why you wouldn’t want to learn about the dodo bird. Our whole drive is to get children out into nature. I don’t think it’s ever too early to teach kids about animals becoming extinct. It’s important to show how human greed and not being educated about this has caused the demise of species around the world. | geography |
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Westward Viking Festival
July 21, 2013 @ 8:00 am - July 31, 2013 @ 5:00 pm
Join us for the 2nd annual Westward Viking Festival: a Real Taste of Vinland in enchanting L’Anse aux Meadows, Newfoundland and Labrador. Held each year for the ten days of July 21- 31st, we invite you to join in the celebrations and experience the cultural and natural wonders of the Northern Peninsula:
Walk back in time along the Birchy Nuddick trail at L’Anse aux Meadows National Historic site and experience a living Viking encampment at three reconstructed sod huts. Forge iron nails with Ragnar the blacksmith or learn single- needle knitting from the Chief’s wife, Thora.
At Norstead, join costumed interpreters in the dim light of the Viking-style Chieftain’s Hall. Step aboard the full-scale replica Viking ship “Snorri”. Enjoy a campfire complete with stories, mussel boil and musical entertainment.
Introduce yourself to a pair of loyal and affable Newfoundland dogs.
Tour the bogs of St. Lunaire-Griquet, soon to be resplendent with berries, and taste some of The Dark Tickle Company’s delicious products.
Dance the night away to traditional Irish/Newfoundland music and become an honorary Newfoundlander at one of the island’s famous activities for come-from-aways – a Screech-in – at Skipper Hot’s Lounge in Straitsview.
Experience the old-fashioned Newfoundland tradition of mummering at Northern Delight Restaurant in St. Anthony, and taste their wonderful cloudberry (bakeapple) desserts.
Enjoy tapas and martinis made with local berries and iceberg ice (the purest ice on the planet!) at the Norseman Restaurant.
Let our Viking interpreters take you back to far away and long ago as they regale you with tales from the Viking Sagas at the Daily Catch and L’Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site.
Set sail from Vinland with Northland Discovery Boat Tours with Viking on Board, and take in the salt air and sea creatures around you as you experience live music and stories of discovery and adventure.
Come celebrate at the Parks Canada-hosted weekend of events on July 27-28, featuring the launch of a book by Anne Stine Ingstad, a lecture from a Viking historian from Trondheim, Norway, A Taste of Vinland gala showcase, and a Leif Eriksson statue unveiling, as described below…
A truly regional showcase, everyone is invited to join us in celebrating the arrival of the Norse at Vinland during the exciting and activity-packed Westward Viking Festival! | geography |
https://www.glasinterlayer-en.com/case/ionic-intermediate-membrane-curtain-wall.html | 2024-03-04T12:15:33 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947476442.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20240304101406-20240304131406-00345.warc.gz | 0.94858 | 486 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__203860259 | en | The world's largest globe hotel - South Taihu Lake Pearl "Sun Hotel · Shuijingjing Square"
In Nanxun, Huzhou, Zhejiang Province, China, a 98.7m high spherical building shaped like the sun stands in front of us. This is the Sun Hotel, known as the "Pearl of South Taihu Lake". Its interior is hollow and its appearance is spherical, just like a pearl inlaid on the crystal water surface. The world's largest spherical building built by China MCC5 Group will become a new energy building landmark in the Yangtze River Delta integration, as well as a fruitful result of cooperation between central enterprises and local governments.
The planned land area of "Sun Hotel · Shuijingjing Square" is about 330 mu, with a total building area of about 220,000 square meters. It is divided into two blocks, namely, Sun Hotel and Shuijingjing Square. The total investment of the project is about 2.65 billion yuan. The project will be started in June 2020. The Sun Hotel is a five-star comprehensive hotel, in the form of a 19 storey spherical building, 98.7 meters high, 97.2 meters in diameter, and its arc roof is a single-layer spherical reticulated shell structure, with a maximum span of 58.8 meters, It is the largest spherical building in the world.
The construction of this project is extremely complex, especially in steel structure, new energy, green construction, etc., which has its own uniqueness. The glass curtain wall coat assembled with diamond as the unit makes the whole building shining. The installation of outdoor glass curtain wall will begin in May 2022, covering an area of 50000 square meters, with 16000 pieces of single glass. At present, the installation work is about to end, and the entire project is expected to be fully completed by the end of 2022.
It is understood that the laminated glass in the curtain wall glass project of this project is provided by the dealers cooperating with our company. The high-end ionic intermediate membrane is used, which has more stable performance and better quality. In the exploration of high permeability, stability, wind proof and explosion-proof products, China E&N has once again made great efforts to help curtain wall construction, serve customers well with high-quality film, and contribute to key landmark projects! | geography |
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founded Crouching Tiger Karate in 2008, with four local Dojos. Demand grew rapidly and in 2012, Sensei Tom Leask was invited to join as Lead Instructor. By 2014, the student body had grown even further so a second Lead Instructor, Sensei Alex Glazebrook was appointed.
Together, they now inspire hundreds of Karate students to participate in the Crouching Tiger Karate curriculum in nine conveniently located Dojos throughout the South West London area. | geography |
https://www.townofmcconnells.com/about-mcconnells/ | 2024-04-22T12:09:08 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818293.64/warc/CC-MAIN-20240422113340-20240422143340-00391.warc.gz | 0.975033 | 2,338 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__182259564 | en | The town of McConnells, located in rural York County between Rock Hill and Chester, was incorporated in 1906 and is home to Historic Brattonsville, a living history village, as well as many historic churches.
McConnells can trace its origins to a colonial trading post located at the intersection of two wagon roads, which was followed a century later by a railroad depot and a rural post office.
In October 2006 the town of McConnells celebrates the one hundredth anniversary of its incorporation. Although the town itself is officially 100 years old, the community known as McConnells (originally McConnellsville) is actually much older. Like many other small towns in the Carolina Piedmont, McConnells can trace its origins to a colonial trading post located at the intersection of two wagon roads, which was followed a century later by a railroad depot and a rural post office.
McConnells, like the cities of York and Chester which it lies between, is situated on a natural elevated ridge that runs north-south through the centers of York and Chester Counties. The land gradually slopes off to the east and west on both sides of this ridge, and both slopes are well watered by numerous creeks and spring branches. The South Fork of Fishing Creek begins just east of McConnells, and empties into the main body of Fishing Creek, which in turn enters the Catawba River in southeastern Chester County. The headwaters of Turkey Creek lie immediately to the north and west of McConnells, and these streams join together and enter the Broad River in southwestern Chester County. The fertile hills and woodlands along these creeks were traversed and hunted by Native Americans for at least 10,000 years before the coming of Europeans, and these areas were natural choices for settlement by early pioneers coming from Virginia, Pennsylvania, and the British Isles in the mid-1700s. Indian corn, wheat and oats were the predominant food crops raised by these first settlers, and the waters of Fishing Creek and Turkey Creek provided ample power for grist mills that produced corn meal, wheat flour and oat meal from the harvested grains.
An early eighteenth century wagon road cut across the headwaters of Fishing Creek and Turkey Creek in an east-west direction, following the approximate path of modern Chappell Road east of McConnells and US Highway 322 west of McConnells. This wagon road replaced an even earlier Indian track that connected the prehistoric Indian fords on the upper Catawba and Broad Rivers. This road intersected another early wagon road known as the “Turkey Creek-Sandy River Road,” which followed the natural ridge running through the middle of York and Chester Counties and formed the main route from Kings Mountain in the north to the intersection of the Charleston and Saluda Roads, where the city of Chester now lies. This road approximated the modern route of US Highway 321, and the intersection of these two wagon roads laid the groundwork for the future town of McConnells.
One of the earliest settlers in what would eventually become McConnells was William Moore, a member of a large Scotch-Irish family who settled on upper Fishing Creek in the 1750s. On April 8, 1754, Moore received a 300 acre North Carolina land grant “on ye South fork of fishing Creek adjoining branches of turkie creek.” This was during the period when present-day York County was claimed by North Carolina, and Moore’s grant was located in what was then considered to be Anson County. Another very early family who settled on upper Fishing Creek near McConnells were the Kuykendalls, a Dutch family from New York who began arriving around 1752. After 1754 the French and Indian War slowed the influx of settlers to the area, but settlement resumed in earnest once the war ended in 1763. By this time the area was considered to be part of the newly-formed Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, and the incoming settlers were predominantly Scotch-Irish Presbyterians moving down from the heavily settled western frontier districts of Virginia and North Carolina.
A trader and surveyor named John Wade settled on the old wagon road near modern McConnells and built a store or trading post there sometime prior to 1764. His earliest land record, a 300 acre Mecklenburg grant, was surveyed on August 19, 1764, but by that time colonial officials were already referring to his trading post as “Wade’s old store” or “Wade’s old store house.” It seems likely that Wade came here much earlier, probably during the French and Indian War, but he did not record his property until after the war was over. Wade also obtained several other grants in and around McConnells, and he purchased property from another early Turkey Creek settler named Matthew Floyd, a wealthy planter and colonial tax collector. Floyd would later gain notoriety during the Revolutionary War as the commander of a Loyalist militia regiment at the Battle of Huck’s Defeat near present-day Brattonsville.
Among the other early families who settled in the McConnells area prior to the American Revolution are many names familiar to modern McConnells residents: Ashe, Bratton, Burris, Love, Lowry, McKnight, Neely, Rainey, Sadler, Steele, Wallace, Williamson, and, finally, just before the outbreak of the Revolution, the McConnell family. However, the bulk of the land covered by the present town of McConnells was originally owned by a Scotch-Irish settler named James Hannah. Between June 1765 and August 1767, Hannah obtained several large land grants totaling over 500 acres, and he also purchased some of John Wade’s earlier patents and William Moore’s 300 acre tract.
Around 1769 these early settlers established Bethesda Presbyterian Church, which became the first Christian church in the vicinity and provided a focal point for further settlement. The colonial border survey of 1772 officially resolved the dispute between the two Carolinas over who owned the area of present-day York County, and the territory officially became known as the New Acquisition District of South Carolina. During the American Revolution (1775-1783), the predominately Scotch-Irish settlers on Fishing Creek and Turkey Creek almost overwhelmingly supported independence and fought against the British, Loyalists, and their Indian allies in numerous battles throughout South Carolina and Georgia. These engagements included the Battle of Huck’s Defeat, fought at James Williamson’s plantation near McConnells in July 1780, and the Battle of Kings Mountain, fought in northwestern York County in October 1780. Local planters like William and Hugh Bratton, Robert Ashe, James and William Hannah, Andrew Love, John and Reuben McConnell, Samuel Rainey, John and Joseph Steele, and Samuel Williamson all distinguished themselves during the war, and after the war they resumed their lives as planters, church leaders, civic officers, and as the heads of large families. They also lent their talents and energies to creating a new county between the Broad and Catawba Rivers named York, which was officially established in 1785 with its county seat at another early crossroads which became Yorkville.
The invention of the cotton gin in 1793 made short-staple cotton a viable cash crop for the South Carolina upcountry, and upland cotton took its place alongside Indian corn, wheat and livestock as one of the area’s chief agricultural products. Cotton planting also opened the door to the increased usage of slave labor. Prior to the Revolution, the total number of slaves and slave owners in the York County area was small, but after 1790 families like the Brattons, Raineys and McConnells began aggressively expanding their plantations and buying up large numbers of African slaves from Virginia and the South Carolina lowcountry to work these new plantations.
In 1800 York County became York District. Gordon Moore surveyed York District in 1820 for Robert Mills’ South Carolina atlas, which was published in 1825. The 1820 survey shows the old wagon road running from Kings Mountain through Yorkville and then due south past the “McConnel” and “M. Love” plantations into Chester District, but no actual town yet existed at the old crossroads. That situation began to change in 1848, when residents of Yorkville and western York County decided to construct a new railroad that would run from Chesterville through Yorkville and into North Carolina.
As originally planned, the Kings Mountain Railroad would tie in with the existing Charlotte and South Carolina Railroad in Chesterville and proceed northeast through the town of Lowryville (now Lowrys), then turn due north and parallel the Turkey Creek-Sandy River Road to Yorkville. From Yorkville it would bear northwest into North Carolina, where it would tie into the Southern Railroad at the town of Kings Mountain in Cleveland County. Investors were recruited, capital was raised and the Kings Mountain Railroad Company received its charter in 1848. By the end of 1852 a line had been built connecting Chesterville with Yorkville, but the line stopped at Yorkville due to a shortage of funds. The crossroads near the McConnell plantation, located almost exactly halfway between Chesterville and Yorkville, was a natural place to put a railroad depot with a water tank and firewood supplies. As the railroad was being finished, Joseph P. Moore and Hugh Burris opened a small store nearby selling dry goods and millinery, which they called Moore & Burris.
Once the railroad was completed, a post office was not far behind. The name “McConnellsville,” like the names of many other rural communities in the area (including Guthriesville, Brattonsville, and Lowryville), was probably coined when the first US post office was established there. The McConnellsville Post Office officially opened for business on April 1, 1854, and the first postmaster was Joseph P. Moore, who operated the post office out of the same building as his store, adjacent to the railroad station. With the establishment of a railroad station, country store, and post office, McConnellsville officially began its life as a small Southern town. When the War Between the States began in 1861, the white population overwhelmingly supported the Confederacy, and several companies of soldiers were organized from the area in and around McConnells, including the Turkey Creek Guards and the Turkey Creek Grays, which became Company E and Company I of the 5th South Carolina Infantry Regiment, and the Lacy Guards, which became Company K of the 17th South Carolina Infantry Regiment.
With South Carolina’s secession from the Union and the establishment of the Confederate States of America, the McConnellsville Post Office ceased to be a United States post office and became a Confederate States post office. Following the conclusion of the War Between the States, the US government would not sanction the appointment of any postmaster who had supported the Confederacy, and this eliminated J. P. Moore and most of the other white residents of McConnells. The McConnellsville Post Office was closed down on January 4, 1867, and for the next four years the residents of McConnells had to travel several miles north to the Guthriesville Post Office, run by Miss Susan Jane Guthrie, in order to send and receive their mail. The McConnellsville Post Office was finally reopened on March 30, 1871, with the appointment of Andrew F. Lindsey as postmaster, who presumably was acceptable to the Federal authorities.
Courtesy of Michael C. Scoggins, Yorkville Historical Society | geography |
http://www.deepwatercay.com/fishing/ | 2013-05-26T04:19:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368706624988/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516121704-00089-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.949598 | 1,625 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__203626899 | en | For fifty years, Deep Water Cay has been the finest bonefishing destination in the Bahamas. Fishing has always been an integral part of Bahamian life and it is the foundation of Deep Water Cay. It has played host to some of the most adventurous and distinguished fly fishermen. Joe Brooks, Curt Gowdy, Stu Apte, Flip Pallot, Lefty Kreh, Chico Fernandez, and Sandy Moret are just a few. More recently and for two years running, the Buccaneers & Bones, which include legendary anglers Lefty Kreh, Tom Brokaw, Liam Neeson, Michael Keaton, Bill Klyn, Dr. Aaron Adams, and Yvon Chinouard chose Deep Water Cay as the place to meet for their adventures in bonefishing.
As you wade the more than 250 square miles of hard-packed white sand flats, you’ll easily spot bonefish. Boat fishing is done around the softer bottoms that are covered in Turtle Grass and oriented around the mangroves. But the water runs far beyond the mangrove root tangles and into saltwater lakes with freshwater sources, making them a virtual baitfish factory.
The real treat is that the 2.2 square mile Deep Water Cay lies on an east/west tack and is situated below an archipelago of moderate-sized cays arranged on a north/south tack. A series of channels connect the southern and northern fisheries, making an angler’s trip a quick run to any of them.
Deep Water Cay is located in the midst of an incredibly diverse string of currents. The Straits of Florida are to the west and have strong, fertile currents connecting to the western end of Grand Bahama Island. The Grand Bahama Bank runs north and connects at that same point. From the fall through the spring, these currents bring Wahoo, Sailfish, White and Blue Marlin, Mahi Mahi, and tuna to within casting range. What brings them close to Deep Water Cay is the Northwest Providence Channel providing anglers with short runs to prime fishing. Here the channel depths drop quickly from a foot at Mean Low Water to nearly 750 feet. So climb aboard our center console 33-foot World Cat and experience our bluewater offshore fishery.
Because of the difference in tides, there is a three-hour passage of time between the east and the west ends of Deep Water Cay so anglers enjoy more prime time fishing.
Fishing times run from 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
If you want more, there are flats within walking distance of the infinity pool, the cottages, and all the private residence homes.
Anglers who arrive at Deep Water Cay will fish from an entirely new fleet of Hell’s Bay Flats Skiffs: the Hell’s Bay Marquesa and the Hell’s Bay Professional. These boats float in the skinniest of water, offer a dry and comfortable ride, and provide stability while casting. They have custom enhancements for the best fishing experience possible. Additionally, the Yamaha outboards don’t release oil and gasoline into our pristine environment.
Less than a mile off shore, reef fishing will provide the perfect activity for everyone, including the kids. No special skills are required. Grouper, snapper and barracuda are the commonly caught saltwater fish. This type of fishing is done from our 28-foot Grady White and remains strong year round.
Our Executive Chef will prepare your catch for dinner.
Bahamas Best Guides
The Deep Water Cay guide team is an assemblage of skilled and talented men who have been learning as well as teaching techniques over a very long time. Some of our guides are second and third generation guides that come from legendary families of fishing guides. Fathers, grandfathers, uncles, cousins and brothers have shared information, tips, and tricks that have become time-honored over the fifty years since Deep Water Cay was founded.
Our current guide staff includes: Meko Glinton, Mervin Thomas, William Pinder, Joseph Pinder, Pery Demeritte, Michael Taylor, Randy Reckley, Harry Rolle and Ted Cooper. All of these men are seasoned veterans who also run a Guide Training Program working with younger, up-and-coming guides.
Two of the more celebrated guides include Meko Glinton and Mervin Thomas. These fellows have been guides with us for many years and continue to serve the guests of Deep Water Cay. Mervin joined the guide staff in 1977 and enjoys introducing new and experienced anglers alike to the thousands of acres of bonefish flats in the area. His early expertise was with reef fishing for grouper but then began adding flats fishing to really hone his trade. Mervin’s hard work was rewarded when Stanley Glinton took him in under his wing. Stanley was our senior guide at the time and one of the original Deep Water Cay guides.
Omeko “Meko” Glinton has a fabled past of family guides that were the early pioneers of flats fishing in the Bahamas. Meko’s grandfather is David Glinton, Sr., his father is Stanley Glinton and his uncles are the famous talented Pinder brothers! His grandfather guided at Deep Water Cay from 1958 to 2002 and his dad was a lead guide for over 20 years. Today Meko is one of the most requested guides at Deep Water Cay and prefers to wade fish over boat fish as there is a tremendous amount of hunting and stalking involved. Meko is a past Bahamas bonefish Champion and past winner of the Redbone Tournament.
The fishing future of Deep Water Cay is very much secure with the continual support of our outstanding collection of guides and the training program. They all enjoy the challenge of the hunt and the teaching opportunities that come with every outing as well as the guests who just can’t seem to get enough.
Time of Year
January and February are good months; with an occasional northern wind cooling off the flats. January’s average temperature is 69 degrees, and you’ll find good numbers of bones in the 3-6 pound class.
March, April and May are peak Bahamian bonefishing months – terrific for both numbers and size of fish.
June, July and August are largely perceived as too hot to fish, but it’s not true. Average temperatures in July and August average 83 degrees. You’ll see big schools of bonefish that weigh up to about 8 pounds.
September through November is when the biggest fish of the year are caught.
From January through May you’ll want to have a nine-weight rod and in the summer you can scale down to a saltwater six- or seven-weight.
Flurocarbon leaders ranging from 8-16 pound test tippets get the nod. If you had to bring just three flies, bring a Mantis shrimp, a McVey Gotcha, and a Meko’s Special. Bring some more to try. Tie them with plastic eyes and bead chain eyes around a size 6. By the way – the Meko Special was developed for these waters by a Deep Water Cay guide (obviously named Meko).
The technical outerwear of casting shirts and fast-drying shorts is ideal. Long-sleeved shirts and pants are the best idea, particularly if they are made from a quick drying material with an SPF rating. Flats boots for wading are recommended and either amber or copper-colored, wrap-style sunglasses help you spot fish.
The Pro Shop is fully stocked with the best quality fly gear on the market. You’ll find ORVIS rods and reels along with Sage rods, Tibor reels, and Rio lines. If you forget anything at home, don’t worry, you’ll find it here. | geography |
https://railroadpark.org/about.html | 2024-02-29T02:18:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474775.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20240229003536-20240229033536-00089.warc.gz | 0.871933 | 1,214 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__135782242 | en | With 19 acres of green space in the middle of downtown Birmingham, including nine acres of open lawn, Railroad Park is the ideal place to have a little lunch, throw a little Frisbee, take a little jog.
More than 600 trees are planted onsite: a mixture of hardwoods, evergreens, and flowering trees. There are 50 Princeton elms, alone. The luxurious landscaping is punctuated with masses of annual, biennial and perennial flowers, making this oasis not only lovely, but a cool escape in the center of a bustling urban environment.
Many of the walls and seating areas are constructed from bricks and objects unearthed on the site when Railroad Park construction began. Re-used and recycled objects including hand cast bricks and original cobblestone can be found throughout the park.
Railroad Park is 30% water, with a beautiful lake, a stunning rain curtain, a bio-filtration wetlands area and ponds & streams everywhere. These many water features are irrigated by onsite wells.
In addition to the paths that wind throughout Railroad Park, the Rail Trail extends the length of the park, perfect for runners and walkers. At its highest point it affords breathtaking city views. The outer loop around the Park is just under 3/4 of a mile.
Railroad Park is open 7am-11pm daily. Railroad Park is monitored around the clock by a state-of-the-art security system and by rangers on patrol. Get driving directions to Railroad Park.
Railroad Park has been open since September 2010 and is proudly owned by the City of Birmingham. The City of Birmingham has a management agreement with the Railroad Park Foundation, a private not-for-profit 501c3 organization, to run Railroad Park. Admission to Railroad Park is free, thanks to the City of Birmingham and the many private donors that donate to Railroad Park Foundation. For information on how to support Railroad Park, please visit our Support page.
- The 17th Street Plaza is large and partially covered and houses the ranger station, the Railroad Park Foundation office, restrooms and the Railroad Park Dining Car.
- Two age-appropriate play areas filled with modern playground equipment and a climbing dome invite toddlers and children to play as trains pass nearby.
- Outdoor gym equipment in the style of Muscle Beach in California offers additional opportunities for good fitness in the middle of the city.
- A variety of walking trails accommodate runners, walkers, and casual meanderers, including the Magic City Loop (3/4 mile), Rail Trail (1/3 mile), Powell Avenue Promenade (1/3 mile), and Limestone Trace (1/2 mile).
- Water features make up 30% of the Park, featuring a beautiful lake, striking Rain Curtain, wetlands, ponds, and streams.
- A designated skate area with three varying sizes of skate bowls keeps some of our young visitors entertained while the more faint of heart observe from benches.
- Birmingham History Wall with timeline and images
Sweeping lawns, picturesque streams and the Birmingham skyline make Railroad Park a prime spot for memorable events of all kinds, such as weddings, class reunions, or family reunions. Contact us for more information on Railroad Park facility rental and to get on the calendar for private events.
- 16th Street Baptist Church
- Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame
- Alabama Sports Hall of Fame
- Alabama Theatre
- Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum
- Birmingham Botanical Gardens
- Birmingham Civil Rights Institute
- Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex
- Birmingham Museum of Art
- Birmingham Zoo
- Great Birmingham Convention & Visitors Bureau
- McWane Science Center
- Pepper Place
- Red Mountain Park
- Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve
- Sloss Furnaces
- Trek Birmingham
- Vulcan Park and Museum
- Regions Field, Home of the Birmingham Barons
THE PARK IS OPEN DAILY FROM 7A.M. TO 11:00P.M.
- PETS WELCOME UNDER CONTROL OF OWNER; PETS MUST BE ON A LEASH AT ALL TIMES
- PLEASE CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR PETS
- PLEASE DO NOT PICK THE FLOWERS
- NO LITTERING, GRAFFITTI, STICKERS OR SIDEWALK CHALK
- NO SMOKING
- NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL. ALCOHOL IS ALLOWED IN DESIGNATED AREAS ONLY, WHEN PURCHASED FROM PARK VENDORS OR AS PROVIDED FOR SPECIAL EVENTS
- NO WADING, JUMPING, SWIMMING OR FISHING IN THE LAKES AND PONDS
- NO ROCK THROWING
- NO VEHICLES
- NO LYING ON BENCHES
- NO PLACEMENT OF STAKES, POSTS OR SIGNS
- NO PANHANDLING
- NO ILLEGAL DRUGS
- NO FEEDING THE BIRDS, FISH, OR WILDLIFE
- NO BARBECUE GRILLS
- SKATEBOARDING ALLOWED IN DESIGNATED AREAS ONLY
- CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 16 SHOULD BE SUPERVISED AT ALL TIMES ON THE PROPERTY
- RAILROAD PARK IS MONITORED 24-HOURS A DAY, 7-DAYS A WEEK
Free parking is available along the outer perimeters of the Park along 1st Avenue South. Please refrain from parking in the spaces allotted for the various local businesses that operate along 1st Avenue South unless you are attending those venues. Violators may be subject to tickets or towing. Metered parking is available within a 3 to 4 block radius of the Park. Please be informed that METERED PARKING IS FREE DURING EVENINGS AFTER 6PM AND ON WEEKENDS. | geography |
http://www.eti.co.uk/contact/ | 2016-10-01T13:57:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-40/segments/1474738662882.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20160924173742-00258-ip-10-143-35-109.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.915265 | 346 | CC-MAIN-2016-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-40__0__179162309 | en | Energy Technologies Institute
Please note: for Sat Nav please use LE11 3GR
Phone: +44 (0) 1509 202020
Travelling to Holywell Park
Holywell Park is situated on the Loughborough University campus and is less than 2 miles away from junction 23 of the M1 motorway. London is one-and-a-half hours away by train, Birmingham one hour and Manchester and Leeds two hours. There are regular scheduled flights from UK, European and international destinations to East Midlands Airport, 7 miles away.
Travelling by rail
There are over 40 trains daily to and from London St Pancras, 90 minutes away. Once at Loughborough railway station, you are ten minutes’ drive from the campus by taxi or regular bus service which operates every ten minutes during term time. For information on train times and ticket prices go to The Trainline.
Travelling by air
East Midlands Airport is 7 miles away, with domestic and international flights. For destinations and a full timetable contact the East Midlands Airport Information Desk, tel: +44 (0) 1332 852852
University shuttle bus service (“Kinchbus”)
Kinchbus Number 7 runs from Loughborough Railway station and brings you straight to campus. Alighting points for the Kinchbus on the campus include: – Students’ Union – Pilkington Library – Wolfson School – Holywell Park In term time this service runs every 10 minutes Monday to Saturday daytime until 5.45 pm. A Monday to Friday evening service operates every 30 minutes until 8.40 pm during term times only. Sunday service runs from 12 noon until 7.20 pm. | geography |
https://mctp.mx/associate-group/ | 2022-12-01T06:30:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446710801.42/warc/CC-MAIN-20221201053355-20221201083355-00663.warc.gz | 0.949329 | 247 | CC-MAIN-2022-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__207980002 | en | This program seeks to provide logistical support and physical for regional research groups for carrying out scientific group meetings on the premises of the Center. This program may accept research groups led by associate researchers or researchers affiliated to academic and research institutions associated through an agreement with the MCTP.
Associate Group grants are for groups of researchers working in Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean, whose collaborations are well established and documented, preferably in joint publications.
Who can apply?
Research groups that are operating in Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean and have people working and living in the same institute or institutes in the region.
Duration of the program
The members of the Group make a single visit to the MCTP with a duration of two weeks per month as agreed with the organizers. This stay must include the period of several days in which the contributions of the subgroups are presented in plenary form and the technical report will be prepared.
The date for applications is open.
Field of study / research
All fields of the MCTP.
Depending on the composition of the group, each member will receive a scholarship as a Junior Associate, Regular Associate or Senior Associate. | geography |
https://www.cybersecurity-europe.com/2018-Exhibitors/Lastline | 2018-12-10T11:33:23 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376823322.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20181210101954-20181210123454-00121.warc.gz | 0.888548 | 209 | CC-MAIN-2018-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-51__0__161189780 | en | Imago Techmedia Ltd is registered in England and Wales under Company No. 04865455. VAT No. GB 843 8456 01
Registered Office: Bedford House, Fulham Green, 69-79 Fulham High Street, London, SW6 3JW, United Kingdom
Business Address: Imago Techmedia, 2C Bedford House, Fulham Green, 69-79 Fulham High Street, London, SW6 3JW, United Kingdom
Imago Techmedia is a subsidiary of Clarion Events Limited
Lastline provides AI-driven Network Threat Analytics and Email Security products that eliminate the disruption of vital business processes. We provide superior detection of advanced threats attempting to enter or operating within enterprise networks and the visibility security teams need to quickly and completely respond before a costly and damaging data breach. We are innovating the way companies defeat cyberattacks with solutions that require fewer resources and cost less than existing security tools. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, Lastline has offices throughout North America, Europe and Asia. | geography |
http://facts.eu.ipaddress.com/ | 2017-09-21T15:36:00 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-39/segments/1505818687833.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20170921153438-20170921173438-00693.warc.gz | 0.777044 | 230 | CC-MAIN-2017-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-39__0__165818867 | en | We found that the organization hosting Facts.eu is Swisscom in Switzerland.
A more detailed IP address report for Facts.eu is below. At the time you pulled this report, the IP of Facts.eu is 22.214.171.124 and is located in the time zone of Europe/Zurich. The context of Facts.eu is "Facts" and could reflect the theme of the content available on the resource. More IP details of Facts.eu are shown below along with a map location.
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Ascio Technologies Inc.
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Find out what a IP location database is and why it is essential to running your business when location counts. Read more...
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Find out how to locate the internal and external IP address on your Mac computer using the OSX operating system. Read more... | geography |
http://why-sicily.com/contact.html | 2018-02-22T02:26:13 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891813883.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20180222022059-20180222042059-00502.warc.gz | 0.949321 | 128 | CC-MAIN-2018-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-09__0__90289340 | en | Our Simple Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to provide the correct dates and locations of events and sights in this website, the authors assume no liability as to the accuracy of the dates or locations contained in this website. Please verify all dates and locations prior to planning your visit.
While we have endeavored to use only our own photos; some restaurant, hotel and event photos have been used from their respective websites in order to promote these properties and/or events. If you are the copyright owner of any images used on this website and do not wish them to be used, please notify us and we will remove the image immediately. | geography |
https://firm-foundation.org/gallery-school.html | 2023-12-06T20:18:01 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100603.33/warc/CC-MAIN-20231206194439-20231206224439-00087.warc.gz | 0.958035 | 268 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__260881731 | en | Our beautiful school facility is on 20 acres nestled into the Tahoe National Forest in Northern California. It includes hiking trails, full track and field, gymnasium, dormitories, commercial kitchen, a resourceful library and spacious classrooms with vaulted ceilings designed to distribute abundant natural light.
Nestled in the forest, our retreat-style school is a serene and peaceful oasis — perfect for intensive reading and study. With acres of forested walking trails and a complete track and field, students have plenty of room to stretch their legs.
A full gymnasium with a capacity for nearly a thousand, a commercial kitchen, renovated bedrooms, reading nooks everywhere and blanketed Wifi. Even on rainy days, there is plenty of room to move around and lots of quiet places to curl up with a good book.
We have perhaps the most un-school-like classrooms you have ever seen. Since our students study for long hours together, we did everything to make them comfortable. Starting with plush leather sofas and ottomans, reclining chairs and coffee bars in every classroom.
Our mountain retreat school was renovated from a beautifully designed but lately vacant public high school. It was a real diamond in the rough. The whole community rallied together and pitched in to help resurrect this beautiful facility. | geography |
http://www.closingcircle.com/infracapital-infravia-acquire-gruppo-investimenti-portuali/ | 2020-07-11T17:20:04 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593655934052.75/warc/CC-MAIN-20200711161442-20200711191442-00023.warc.gz | 0.921456 | 895 | CC-MAIN-2020-29 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-29__0__193932036 | en | Infracapital and InfraVia to acquire Gruppo Investimenti Portuali
Infracapital and InfraVia have reached an agreement to acquire Gruppo Investimenti Portuali SpA (“GIP” or “the Group”), one of the leading independent container terminal operators in Italy. The two funds will control GIP on an equal basis and Giulio Schenone, one of the founders of GIP, will remain a shareholder in the Group and will become GIP’s new Chief Executive Officer. The transaction was negotiated bilaterally.
GIP was established in Genoa in 1993 by Luigi Negri, Giovanni Cerruti, the Magillo family and Giulio Schenone, who together successfully developed the Group into a significant operator with interests in four strategic container terminals. In 2016, GIP’s terminals moved over 2.6 million TEUs to and from the key manufacturing and trading markets of Northern and Central Italy.
The Group has interests in the following terminals:
- Southern European Container Hub (SECH): GIP acquired SECH, one of the first container terminal concessions in Italy, in 1993. It has grown steadily under GIP’s ownership and is now the third largest terminal port in the Port of Genoa.
- Terminal Darsena Toscana (TDT): TDT is the largest container terminal in Tuscany and primarily serves the large markets of Tuscany and Emilia Romagna to and from the Americas.
- Voltri Terminal Europe (VTE): GIP is invested alongside PSA International in VTE, the largest terminal port in Genoa and the largest gateway port for shipping lines serving Northwest Italy.
- Venice Container Terminal (Vecon):GIP is also invested alongside PSA International in Vecon, the main container facility in the Port of Venice. Vecon is the natural gateway between the substantial cargo market of Northeast Italy and the East Mediterranean/Middle and Far Eastern markets.
GIP has also partnered with MSC, a world leader in global container shipping, in the new deep-water Bettolo container terminal which will adjoin the SECH terminal in the centre of the port of Genoa.
Luigi Negri, Chairman of GIP, said: “We are proud to have built GIP over the past 25 years to become one of Italy’s leading container terminal operators. GIP sees considerable opportunities ahead and we are excited that Infracapital and InfraVia have agreed to support the next stage of GIP’s development.”
Ed Clarke, Co Founder of Infracapital, said: “We are delighted to be investing alongside Infravia in GIP. GIP’s portfolio of strategic container terminals in Northern Italy serving the country’s economic heartland is an excellent fit with Infracapital’s investment strategy. This is our second investment in Italy and follows on from our very successful investment in Associated British Ports. We look forward to working with GIP’s management team, customers, employees and local communities as well as GIP’s existing partners, PSA and MSC, to continue to support the development of the business and its important contribution to the Italian economy.”
Vincent Levita, Founder and CEO of InfraVia, said: “GIP is one of the leading container port operators in Northern Italy and thanks to its state-of-the-art facilities and the partnership with the leading global container port operator, PSA, we believe GIP is ideally positioned to capture the further growth of container trade in the region. We are pleased to invest alongside Infracapital and are looking forward to our collaboration with management, local stakeholders, customers and employees to further develop the business.”
About Gruppo Investimenti Portuali (GIP)
GIP’s main business includes interests in the port terminals Voltri Terminal Europa (VTE), Southern European Container Hub (SECH), Venice Container Terminal (Vecon) and Terminal Darsena Toscana (TDT). GIP’s terminals are strategically placed across the financial and trade hubs of Northern and Central Italy in Genoa, Livorno and Venice.
Source: Infravia and Infracapital Press Release | geography |
https://safarivoice.com/spot-the-station-nasa/ | 2023-11-30T00:26:37 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100164.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130000127-20231130030127-00200.warc.gz | 0.901404 | 891 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__240256708 | en | Have you ever gazed at the night sky, wondering about the celestial wonders that orbit our planet? If so, you’re in for a treat! NASA has just launched a brand-new app that will make spotting the International Space Station (ISS) an absolute breeze.
Say hello to NASA’s Spot the Station app, your personal guide to tracking the ISS in the night sky. Whether you’re an aspiring astronaut or just a curious stargazer, this app is set to revolutionize your celestial experience.
A Window to the Stars
NASA has been running the Spot the Station website for quite some time, but with the new app, the experience has been taken to a whole new level. Now, you can take the magic of space exploration with you wherever you go, thanks to the app’s availability on both iPhone and Android devices.
The app boasts augmented reality features and a user-friendly interface that provides detailed information about the ISS’s orbit and much more.
When to Look Up
The ISS is most visible during the early morning or evening when the sun is not yet up, but its gentle glow still kisses the orbiting station. The Spot the Station app takes all the guesswork out of spotting this marvel of human ingenuity.
It breaks down precisely when the ISS will pass over your location, offering insights into when it will shine its brightest, how high it will appear, and its direction of travel. It’s like having your personal ISS concierge in the palm of your hand.
Countdown to Your Celestial Encounter
The main page of the app features a countdown timer that tells you when the next possible ISS sighting will occur. You’ll also find a globe and map that display the ISS’s current position.
If you’re truly dedicated to tracking the station, the app provides a full-page tracker view to follow the ISS’s location in real-time. And to make sure you never miss an overhead pass, you can enable notifications that will alert you when the ISS is about to make an appearance.
Be sure to read some of our most recent posts about cool new gadgets and technology:
- HBO Max Subscription Changes: What Legacy Ad-Free Subscribers Need to Know
- YouTube Expands Crackdown on Ad Blockers: A User Exodus and the Battle for Uninterrupted Content
Augmented Reality: Bringing Space Closer
The second page of the app is where the real magic happens. It offers an augmented reality view that helps you pinpoint the exact location of the ISS in the night sky.
While apps like SkyView have provided AR features for exploring the night sky, NASA’s Spot the Station app is entirely free and ad-free. It’s your ticket to an immersive experience that allows you to interact with the ISS as if it were right in front of you.
Unlock a Universe of Information
But the Spot the Station app doesn’t stop at mere tracking. It also provides a treasure trove of information for those who are hungry for knowledge about the ISS. The resources page is your gateway to NASA’s extensive collection of articles available on NASA.gov.
It presents the latest news related to crew activity on the Space Station, offers additional readings about the ISS, its crew, and the history of international cooperation in space exploration. You’ll also find a fact sheet with general information about the ISS, perfect for anyone looking to dive deeper into the world of space science.
Robyn Gatens, the International Space Station director at NASA Headquarters in Washington, perfectly sums up the excitement of this new app: “Even after 23 years of continuous human presence aboard the International Space Station, it’s incredibly exciting to see the station when you look up at just the right moment. The orbiting laboratory that continues to provide so many unique, tangible benefits for humanity really isn’t that far out of reach.”
So, whether you’re a budding astronomer, a space enthusiast, or just someone who appreciates the beauty of the night sky, NASA’s Spot the Station app is a must-have. It’s your passport to experiencing the wonder of the International Space Station like never before. Download the app, look up, and get ready to spot the station in all its celestial glory. | geography |
https://www.pharmapackagingnews.com/wls-mark-south-eastern-us/ | 2023-12-02T20:51:46 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100452.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20231202203800-20231202233800-00173.warc.gz | 0.980791 | 190 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__156817741 | en | > Mark has been with WLS since September of 2022
> Mark just recently took over the sales territory for the eastern U.S. and Quebec
Mark South, who had already been working in a sales role at WLS since September of 2022, was recently appointed the regional sales manager for WLS’s eastern U.S. and Quebec territory.
Prior to coming over to WLS, Mark was already a vital part of our organization for more than five years, as the Director of Environmental Health and Safety for ProMach.
Mark has a Bachelor of Science degree in Safety Management from the University of Central Missouri. He has a strong knowledge of our industry and products, acquired over his 6+ years of total experience with ProMach and WLS.
Mark’s territory includes Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Vermont, as well as Quebec. | geography |
http://kbandkb.blogspot.com/2009/09/utah-trip.html | 2018-05-22T03:52:27 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-22/segments/1526794864624.7/warc/CC-MAIN-20180522034402-20180522054402-00539.warc.gz | 0.990923 | 132 | CC-MAIN-2018-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-22__0__85696949 | en | It is great to be back but I sure needed a vacation. I feel rejuvenated and refreshed. We had a great time. Here are the start of some of the pics and memories. Labor Day we went to the mountains around Fillmore, UT and rode 4Wheelers. This was a blast. The scenery was beautiful. The trees were starting to change colors and I remembered why I miss Colorado every fall.
The sky was an amazing blue and the Aspen trees were blowing in the breeze. There is nothing like the sound of Quaking Aspens.
We could not have had better weather. The Lord answered our prayers for good weather. | geography |
http://dynamically-awesome.co.uk/areas-covered/ | 2018-04-25T00:25:11 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-17/segments/1524125947654.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20180425001823-20180425021823-00073.warc.gz | 0.954999 | 407 | CC-MAIN-2018-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-17__0__137365048 | en | We travel nationwide from our HQ located in north Bristol based on a three tier system.
– If you live within 35 miles of us (e.g. Bath, Cardiff, Gloucester, Newport and Weston-Super-Mare), mileage will be included within the party cost.
– If you live within 85 miles of us, all we ask is that you pay the standard 40p/mile (for the miles outside of our 35 mile radius) in addition to the party cost. This includes Bridgend, Birmingham, Cheltenham, Dorchester, Reading, Swindon and Taunton.
– If you live more than 85 miles from us i.e Derby, London and Norwich, your still in luck, we may simply ask you to cover the cost of a cheap hotel in addition to mileage!
To see which tier your area is in, please consult our map:
How do I book?
To book a Dynamically Awesome party, simply fill out this form to the best of your knowledge and we will be in touch as soon as we can to complete the fine details before the big day!
“”The best party EVER” was the comment I received from the 16 children attending my twins 9th birthday party where Dynamically Awesome provided the party entertainment. Pippa and Nath were brilliant from start to finish. They were prompt in communicating and went over and above expectations in planning to make it the best party ever. They arrived early to set up and were totally in control of the group. The children had a fantastic time and loved all the challenges, especially beating the clock and getting a key to open one of the padlocks on the chest. I cant recommend them highly enough. Thank you Nath and Pippa for making their birthday a truly brilliant day.”
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https://breabach.com/archives/1170 | 2021-08-06T00:59:27 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046152085.13/warc/CC-MAIN-20210805224801-20210806014801-00251.warc.gz | 0.840555 | 839 | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__289872173 | en | Hope you’re all enjoying the summer so far! Since our last update we’ve been laying quite low, however we did manage a fun weekend up at Skye Live, a visit to Germany for Festspiele Mecklenburg (where we also got to work with the local youth orchestra) as well as fitting in a few marathons and cycle sportifs for good measure! Now though over in Breabach HQ we’re getting the clothes packed, pipes tuned and suncream applied (optimistic) for our run of summer festivals which kicks off this coming weekend. First stop is the Byre in the Botanics series in St Andrews with our good pals – amazing Orcadian band Fara. Should be a great evening in the park! We then head straight down south to Priddy Folk Festival where we will be closing out the Sunday evening. Hope to see you there! The following weekends will see us visiting Tiree, Lewis, Trowbridge, Cambridge, Aboyne, Belladrum, Crieff and Italy. Full details below.
September sees us returning to Canada following up on last summers amazing tour. We start off with a bang at the Fort Henry Kitchen Party before heading on for a few shows at Ontario Small Halls, gigs in London ON, Peterborough ON and the Contact East Showcase in NB. Should be a fun few weeks.
Our second leg of the Astar album release tour continues in October. Some more dates still coming in but here’s a couple for you diary including a new venue for us in London at Rich Mix (27th Oct)!
You can still pickup the album now over here:
Proper Music: http://ow.ly/YzoDa
There’s also still a few t-shirts left on bandcamp if you fancy!
09/07/16 – St Andrews, Byre in the Botanics, UK BUY TICKETS
10/07/16 – Priddy, Priddy Folk Festival, UK BUY TICKETS
15/07/16 – Isle of Tiree, Tiree Music Festival, UK BUY TICKETS
16/07/16 – Stornoway, Heb Celt Fest, UK BUY TICKETS
23/07/16 – Trowbridge, Village Pump Festival, UK BUY TICKETS
30/07/16 – Cambridge, Cambridge Folk Festival, UK BUY TICKETS
05/08/16 – Aboyne, Aboyne and Deeside Festival, UK BUY TICKETS
06/08/16 – Belladrum, Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival, UK BUY TICKETS
21/08/16 – Crieff, Crieff Highland Gathering, UK BUY TICKETS
26/08/16 – Bologna, Festival Corti Chiese e CortiliItaly, IT BUY TICKETS
27/08/16- Sampeyre, Occit’amo Festival, IT BUY TICKETS
10/09/16 – Fort Henry, Fort Henry Celtic Kitchen Party, CA BUY TICKETS
15/09/16- Beckwith, Stonefields (Festival of Small Halls), CA BUY TICKETS
16/09/16 – Ottawa, ON, City Folk – Landsdowne Par, CA BUY TICKETS
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18/09/16 – Maberly, Maberly Community Hall (Festival of Small Halls), CA BUY TICKETS
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24/09/16 – Saint John, NB, Contact East, CA BUY TICKETS
Hope to see you out over the summer, or later in the year! | geography |
https://bikepackingtips.com/how-wide-is-a-cycle-lane-official-cycle-lane-widths-of-different-countries/ | 2022-08-11T16:47:08 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571483.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20220811164257-20220811194257-00313.warc.gz | 0.948809 | 2,190 | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__59507726 | en | Riding around London’s cycleways, I often forget how lucky I am to have a clear and safe cycle path to use on my daily commute. The other day I got to wondering how the cycle path that I use each day matches up to other bike lanes around the world. Are they all the same size? I took some time to look into how wide a cycle lane is in different places around the world?
In the USA, cycle lanes have a minimum width of 1.2m, the joint lowest cycle lane width for any country along with Italy. Other countries, such as the Netherlands (2m) and the UK (1.5m) have much wider cycle lanes. Within the US, some states set higher standards, for example, New York has a cycle lane width of 2m.
So, we’ve established that the USA and Italy have the lowest cycle lane width requirements of any country, but why is this? And how do countries all decide on how wide their cycle lanes should be? I take a look into the cycle lane width of many different countries as well as these topics in the rest of the article.
How wide are cycle lanes?
Cycle lanes around the world are required to meet different standards depending on the country or state in which they are located. If you take a look at the table below you can see a summary of the minimum cycle lane width in each of the most common cycling countries around the world.
|Country||Cycle Lane Width (Meters)||Cycle Lane Width (Feet)|
|England (UK)||1.5m||5 feet|
|The Netherlands||2.0m||6 feet 6 inches|
|USA (General)||1.2m||4 feet|
|USA (New York)||2.0m||6 feet 6 inches|
|Norway||2.5m (Bidirectional)||8 feet (Bidirectional)|
|New Zealand||2.4m (Bidirectional)||8 feet (Bidirectional)|
|Ireland||2.0m||6 feet 6 inches|
|Japan||2.4 (Bidirectional)||8 feet (Bidirectional)|
|Finland||2.5m (Bidirectional)||8 feet (Bidirectional)|
|Hong Kong||1.5m||5 feet|
|United Arab Emirates||2.2m||7 feet|
|Brazil||1.7m||5 feet 6 inches|
|Denmark||2.5m (Bidirectional)||8 feet (Bidirectional)|
If you notice that any obvious countries are missing from this list (for example Spain, a very popular country for cycling), that is because these countries do not have clear regulations or suggestions on the size of their cycle lanes.
So if all countries use the same bikes, why do all these countries have different size cycle lanes? The answer becomes clearer when you realize how countries calculate how large they think their cycle lanes should be in the first place.
How do countries decide on the width of their bike lanes?
Let’s take the most famous bike riding country in the world, the Netherlands as an example.
Initially, the town planners designing the cycle paths have to calculate the width of a bike, and more importantly, the widest a bike could reasonably be. In the Netherlands, this is set as 0.75m.
However, obviously, you can’t have a cycle lane that is the same width as the bike or it would not be able to cycle, so a buffer is added to allow movement from side to side as the bike is ridden. In the Netherlands, this is set as 0.25m.
So now we have come to the value of 1.0m for a cycle path while the bike is being ridden. However, the cycle paths in the Netherlands are suggested to be 2.0m minimum. So where does this extra meter come from?
First of all, you need to add on some extra space for obstacles that might be on the path (for example drains, curbs, tree roots, etc). Extra space is required on the path to allow riders to swerve and avoid these.
On top of this, you need to allow some extra room to let cyclists ride beside each other. This is important to allow a parent to cycle next to their child or allow cyclists to overtake one another on the cycle lane.
|Factor||Required Space (meters)|
|Movement while riding||0.25m|
|Extra space to avoid debris or overtake||1.0m|
As you can see, the size of a bike lane quickly adds up. But this isn’t even the end of the story. Many countries will adjust the size of cycle lanes if more cyclists are using them. For example, In the Netherlands, a cycle path with more than 150 users per hour is suggested to be 2.5m, rather than the baseline of 2m.
So why do different countries have different cycle lane widths?
The difference in cycle lane width across the world comes from the different values that each country attributes to each of these categories.
For example, a country such as Italy is likely to have allocated less space for bikes to overtake one another or to avoid debris.
If you consider that the average road size in New York is 3.7m compared to 2.75m in Italy. It is easy to understand why they would not want to be allocating as much space to a bike lane as they do in New York.
Which country has the widest bike lanes?
The largest regulated cycle lanes in the world are based in Norway, Finland, and Denmark. However, this answer is a bit disingenuous as these cycle lanes are all bidirectional. This means that they are designed for 2 bikes to be cycling past each other in opposite directions and therefore, only half of this allocated space is given to each cyclist.
When you look at the areas with the largest one-directional cycle lanes, the winners are New York, Ireland, and the Netherlands. All of these countries suggest a minimum cycle lane size of 2m (6 feet 6 inches) wide.
Which country has the narrowest bike lanes?
The countries with the narrowest suggested bike lane width were the USA and Italy, with a recommended bike lane width of 1.2m as a minimum.
However, this again needs some clarification as these minimum cycle lane sizes were (in both cases) only allowed in to be used in certain situations such as on rural roads or locations where there was no curb next to the cycle lane itself (allowing cyclists to also use part of the pedestrian pathway if the road became overused).
How wide is a two-way cycle lane?
Two-way cycle lanes have fewer regulations on them as they are used less frequently. When you look at the table above, you can see that the few countries that did specific sizes for two-way or bidirectional cycle lanes suggested that they should be between 2.4m and 2.5m depending on the country in question.
Ths increased size is actually allocating far less per person, however, it is assumed that riders can overtake one another when there is a gap in the “bike traffic” coming from the other direction. Consider it like trying to overtake in a car.
Are wider cycle lanes better?
Cycle lanes have been shown to be beneficial in almost all urban environments. Not only are these effects seen by cyclists, but they have also been shown in studies to have a positive economic impact on the local community when they are put in place. But are wider cycle lanes better?
Larger cycle lanes have been shown to increase biker confidence, especially on roads where there is a lot of daily traffic, where speeds are above 25 mph, or on streets with a large number of trucks and lorries.
On top of this, wider cycle lanes can also reduce the rate of accidents between bike riders, helping to give more leeway in case a cyclist “misjudged” the gap between riders while overtaking. It also helps car drivers to treat cyclists more predictably as there is less chance of them leaving the cycle lane to join the road.
Finally, the wider a cycle lane is, the more of a psychological effect this has on car drivers. Reminding them of cyclists’ right to also use the street, and thus may be linked to more considerate driving practices.
Are there any other requirements for bike lanes?
What happens when a bike lane cannot fit this minimum width?
What happens if a road needs a bike lane but you cannot fit one of the required size on the road without impeding traffic?
Some countries advise that when the minimum cycle lane width cannot be met, you might instead use an unmarked lane. This involves making no physical changes to the road itself but simply marking off an area of the road for cyclists to use.
While this offers no actual changes in the area given to cyclists, the marked-out section has been shown to make cyclists feel more comfortable when cycling.
What are the requirements for cycle lane surface quality?
So apart from clear recommendations on their width, what other requirements do bike lanes have to meet?
The main other area of regulation for cycle lanes relates to the type of material the cycle path is made from. Bike lanes that are in contact with a road are required to meet the same tarmac standards as the roads themselves.
This is to allow more flexibility in any future changes to the design of the road itself, for example allowing the cycle lane to be converted back to a road if necessary.
It also allows bike lanes to be used by emergency vehicles, and delivery trucks or to allow them to be used as a breakdown area.
Overall, the size of a bike lane will be very different depending on which country you are cycling in, where in that country you are cycling and whether or not the cycle lane you are riding on is designed for single file bike traffic or is bidirectional. | geography |
http://tighneilean.co.uk/things-to-do/ | 2022-08-19T16:15:25 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882573744.90/warc/CC-MAIN-20220819161440-20220819191440-00294.warc.gz | 0.898898 | 237 | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__130084581 | en | Highland Perthshire is a land of mountains, rivers, lochs and glens, abounding with unspoilt scenery and with a huge diversity of wildlife.
There is so much to see and do:
- Plenty of good walks and hills to climb.
- Spend a glorious day exploring Glen Lyon, the longest, loveliest and loneliest enclosed glen in Scotland.
- Visit the Scottish Crannog Centre – living history from underwater discoveries.
- Take a Highland Adventure Safari with a local Ranger.
- Explore the Birks of Aberfeldy – where the Falls of Moness so enraptured Robert Burns in 1782 he was inspired to compose his famous poem “The Birks o’ Aberfeldy”.
Or for a more active weekend a wide range of outdoor pursuits are available nearby including:
- White-water rafting.
We offer secure storage for bikes etc. Additionally we are able to offer drying facilities for any outdoor clothing or equipment on request. | geography |
http://dchandonet.com/portfolio-items/fineart/ | 2024-04-24T13:32:52 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296819273.90/warc/CC-MAIN-20240424112049-20240424142049-00733.warc.gz | 0.946067 | 424 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__113966707 | en | The images in this gallery are the result of many excursions over a 4 year period in the desert Southwest and Great Basin regions of The United States. My mission is to bring the beauty and history of the region to you. The work is single image digital capture. I do not utilize multiple exposure or compositing. Post processing is kept to an absolute minimum to bring out the nuances of the metallic media which I have chosen to showcase my work.
I am drawn to stark landscapes with an otherworldly or surrealistic feel. When composing an image, my first thought is always of the light. I also use shadow to boil down the composition and to impart a dramatic effect.
There is a “suchness” to this region that is impossible to describe. The absolute silence of The Black Rock Desert in Nevada. The vermillion cliffs and slick rock plateaus of Utah. The harsh, arid desert terrain of Arizona. All beautiful in their own way, yet completely different. I have tried to combine my love of photography and the open road with the natural beauty and history of the region to present to you, the viewer, my personal vision. If you enjoy my art then I have succeeded. So…climb aboard the Objeto Volante (Flying Object), buckle up, and join me in an adventure!
“Your work is to discover your work and then with all your heart to give yourself to it. ” – BUDDHA
David Lorne Chandonet makes his home in Mohave County, Arizona. He has been an avid photographer since the film era. In addition to his landscape and historical work, Mr. Chandonet also specializes in food and beverage and architectural imaging. His work has been published in The Mohave County Visitor’s Guide and The National Audubon Society Field Guides. He is available for workshops, seminars and events and is currently seeking gallery representation. Should you wish to contact Mr. Chandonet you may reach him through the gallery, via his Facebook page, or by calling (928) 234-7301. | geography |
https://www.gommehd.net/news/endergames-biomes-update.51 | 2022-11-29T11:42:08 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446710691.77/warc/CC-MAIN-20221129100233-20221129130233-00669.warc.gz | 0.93752 | 519 | CC-MAIN-2022-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__185573738 | en | EnderGames Biomes Update
today we'd like to present you a brand new EnderGames update!
In this update, we have taken up the frequently made suggestion to expand the generated worlds with new unique biomes. In combination with the many different kits, this will expand the game experience with even more tactics and strategic moves. In addition to the expansion of the biomes, the update also includes other adjustments, which we would like to briefly explain to you below:
The biomes were adjusted as follows:New biomes:
Ice Plains Spikes
Mesa Plateau F
Biomes that continue to exist::
Extreme Hills Edge
Changes to the World Generator
The join signs in the main lobby used to show the biome that is located directly below the spawn platform on the map. In the past, this often led to confusion, because the biome displayed was sometimes only a few chunks in size and the rest of the map was generated with a different (sometimes completely opposite) biome.
This problem should be solved with the changes made in this update. The world generator has been adjusted so that the biome displayed on the join signs now appears on the map with a much higher probability and with a larger area. As a result, the information on the join signs should now be more reliable and the tactical selection of a kit for an appropriate biome should be rewarded more.
The "main biome", which is displayed on the join signs, will also be surrounded by thematically matching biomes in the future. This possibility was created by so-called biome categories. These determine which "secondary biomes" may border the "main biome". By preselecting biomes, the playability of biomes that are unfavorable in terms of resources, such as the ice plains spikes, is also ensured.
We hope you like the changes and have fun trying them out! Any feedback on the new biomes is very welcome!
Finally, we would like to thank Laubfrosch7
for implementing this update! Another thanks goes to multiduude
, who designed the image for the news text.
With kind regards
Your GommeHD.net Team | geography |
http://www.exmoor-accommodation.co.uk/exmoor-editorial.php | 2017-04-28T04:18:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917122739.53/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031202-00643-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.944287 | 793 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__170938595 | en | Exmoor National Park
With 267 square miles of coast and moorland stretching across West Somerset, into North Devon, the Exmoor National Park is well equipped to offer all the best aspects of the British countryside.
Originally a Royal Forest and hunting ground, Exmoor was one of the first designated National Parks in Britain. The coastline sprawls across 34 miles and offers some of the highest cliffs in the UK, incorporating the South West Coastal Path, a popular and demanding walking route from Minehead in Somerset to Lynmouth in North Devon.
Exmoor as a whole offers countless walking routes to suit all ages and abilities including events such as the North Devon and Exmoor Walking Festival - which is held over May Bank Holiday each year, the Doone Run and the 725 year old Exmoor Perambulation.
Cyclists can enjoy on and off-road routes, providing levels suitable for sensible enjoyment through to complete nutter. Bicycles are easy to hire from several stores based in Minehead and Porlock, where ordinance survey maps and cycle routes can also be bought, as well as from various information points or online. Events such as road race, The Exmoor Beast, are available for the afore-mentioned nutters, with a choice of 100 kilometres or 100-mile routes.
A third way to explore the coast and countryside of Exmoor is on horseback. Many hotels, cottages and B&B’s in the area can provide stabling for your own horse, 400 miles of bridleways snake across the face of Exmoor, giving access to many unique and secluded viewpoints.
Due to excessive claims and soaring insurance costs, very few riding schools can afford to stay open so horse hire can be difficult. Please be aware if you ride a horse, at some point you are probably going to fall off.
Equestrian events and displays are available, such as, Dunster Country Fair and Dunster Show – both held in the grounds of the medieval Dunster Castle, showcasing local produce, businesses, equine displays and much more.
Exmoor is also home to some of the best hunts in the UK including the Devon and Somerset Staghounds and Exmoor Foxhounds as well as the famous Red deer, over 80 species of resident birds, foxes, badgers, bats and Exmoor ponies and many more feathered and furry creatures. Some of these residents can be a little shy but most will put in an appearance during your stay.
Find out more about the Exmoor Ponies here
Dulverton is home to the headquarters
of the Exmoor National Park Authority.
Dulverton is also the charming southern gateway town leading in to the Exmoor
National Park, where the film "The Land Girls" was
made. It is a small, friendly town home to several good restaurants and unique shops.
The Exmoor Producers Association: The EPA was set up in 1995 to actively promote the wide range of businesses that are producing goods in the greater Exmoor area. It has around 60 members, who make a wide variety of goods for sale. Members include artists, crafts people, food producers and miscellaneous businesses that are producing goods on and around Exmoor.
Whilst many of these are selling to the tourist and resident markets through local outlets, others are selling nationally and overseas.
Find more information about Exmoor Attractions: Visit 28 different attractions like Clovelly, Cleeve Abbey, Arlington Court, Dunster Castle, Watermouth Castle, Once upon a Time, Quince Honey Farm, Sheppy's Cider Farm, Exmoor Steam Railway, Exmoor Zoological Park.
The Exmoor Society: is a registered charity dedicated to the conservation, protection and sustainability of this beautiful and unique environment. | geography |
http://sandiegouniontribune.ca.newsmemory.com/publink.php?shareid=06f8e65e7 | 2017-10-22T06:15:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-43/segments/1508187825147.83/warc/CC-MAIN-20171022060353-20171022080353-00066.warc.gz | 0.96999 | 943 | CC-MAIN-2017-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-43__0__109920843 | en | ERNIE COWAN Outdoors
AUTHOR PAINTS LOVE STORY FOR STATE IN NEW BOOK
It was a mild summer afternoon when I sat down on the quiet patio of a Borrego Springs restaurant to chat with Obi Kaufmann.
I wanted to meet the author of the recently published “California Field Atlas” and learn about this artist-writer who had produced such a monumental work. I was not disappointed.
Your first impression of Obi is his resemblance to a younger John Muir. He’s boldly bearded, intense and educated, but his love of the outdoors and his sensitivity as a poet and artist soon shine through.
Obi was in Borrego as part of his book signing tour, and I was lucky enough to spend some time visiting.
He calls his book a love story, and the beauty of the hand-painted watercolor illustrations certainly demonstrate that. So does the volume of his work that includes over 500 pages.
Obi was born and raised in the Oakland area, and grew up wandering in the beauty of Mount Diablo where he began mapping and recording what he discovered. He considers himself a different kind of cartographer. As an adult, he has explored the state he calls home and, “hiked, camped, sweated, slept, dreamed and continue to adventure in all of these places.”
“California is the land where I was born and where, having spent a happy life walking through its forests and sleeping out under it stars, I hope to someday die, far off trail under some unnamed sequoia,” he writes.
His book is not intended to be read in a single sitting, but rather “each map is a puzzle that, unlocked, reveals something specific, unique and beautifully integral about each place,” he writes. He calls his book a manual of geographic literacy, with both a scientific agenda and an artistic one.
“One is not political, and one is,” Obi said. The book is composed of 10 chapters dealing with the trails, water, mountains, fire and forests, weather, deserts, parks and wildlife of California. It is also beautifully illustrated and well written through the eyes of a sensitive heart and poetic perspective.
In chapter six: Of Life, Death and The Desert, Obi not only includes his illustrated maps, but paintings of birds, mammals, reptiles and spiders that live here. Readers will gain empirical knowledge about the biology and geology of a region, but also Obi’s story of his connection to California outdoors.
To someone who sees California’s outdoors as more than just a challenge, this is their book. It deals more with the spirit and inner discovery that comes from spending time and learning about the wild beauty of the state.
As Obi says, “This is not a collection of war stories. It is a catalog of an eternal face, a book written across the whole realm of California itself.”
He says it best in his introduction.
“In this book, I am participating in the wild reimagining of the place, past the scars inflicted over the past two hundred years and revealing a story about what has always been here and what will remain long after our residency is through.
“The California Field Atlas” is available from online sources or Heyday. Cost is $45.
Fall has arrived and that means it’s tarantula breeding season. So what, you ask? It means that you are quite likely to encounter these big, hairy spiders while hiking the trails in our inland valleys.
You may not be fond of spiders, but tarantulas are not dangerous, and very reluctant to bite, even when handled. There is no need to kill them if you are not a big fan. Just walk on by.
From now into October, the larger male tarantulas will emerge from their underground holes to look for females. It’s a challenging task that may cost him his life. The smaller, and more reclusive females will often try to kill and eat the male after mating is complete.
So, love is in the air along the trails of North County, and hikers along lagoon trails, around Lake Hodges, Elfin Forest trails and Escondido’s Daley Ranch are likely to spot at least a few, and sometimes dozens of the spiders just before dark.
Email [email protected] or visit erniesoutdoors.blogspot.com.
Obi Kaufmann, author of “California Field Atlas.” | geography |
https://www.erkelenz.de/rat-verwaltung-serviceportal/grusswort-buergermeister/grusswort-englisch/ | 2020-09-18T13:30:10 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600400187899.11/warc/CC-MAIN-20200918124116-20200918154116-00437.warc.gz | 0.941237 | 337 | CC-MAIN-2020-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__93180113 | en | Welcome to our homepage
Erkelenz is a town with many different sides... whether it be its history, culture, societies, sport or kindergarten. Read through our different pages and get to know Erkelenz as a lively and vivacious town.
We are a proud, open-minded town in the heart of Europe and the Three-Country area but also open to the world: in addition to official town twinning, our schools and societies maintain many different international contacts and friendships.
Over 46,000 people live here in Erkelenz and this number is ever-growing. The influx of new families moving here is shown by the incredible demand for housing plots. As a result, we are investing in our town: kindergartens, sports complexes, multi-use complexes, the fire brigade, to name a few. We see it as our duty to invest this money, in order to secure our future and this is thanks to our solid budgetary policy, which enables us to do so. Erkelenz is a town that has a lot to offer everyone.
We are always there for you: the first point of call is the citizen’s registration office but the other departments will also be more than happy to help you professionally.
All our services and the corresponding contact person in the town-hall can be found in the Online Citizens Portal.
If you have any requests, suggestions or criticism then you can speak to me personally. All you need to do is call my secretary and make an appointment. (0049 2431/85-215). I will take the time for you.
With the kindest regards from our town-hall, | geography |
http://oceandynamics.ca/services.php | 2020-04-06T08:57:02 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-16/segments/1585371620338.63/warc/CC-MAIN-20200406070848-20200406101348-00508.warc.gz | 0.894941 | 629 | CC-MAIN-2020-16 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-16__0__56019943 | en | - Aquaculture Compliance Monitoring. Government certified for data collection, analysis and reporting as per federal government regulations and protocols
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From midtown Manhattan to Italy to South Korea, FILA teams around the globe are constantly developing the most innovative ways to celebrate life in motion. And we couldn't be more excited to share our stories.
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http://grindul-lupilor.ro/en/ghid-turistic.php | 2020-03-29T11:06:28 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-16/segments/1585370494331.42/warc/CC-MAIN-20200329105248-20200329135248-00214.warc.gz | 0.914142 | 1,690 | CC-MAIN-2020-16 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-16__0__13806135 | en | Grindul Lupilor area is located in the Southern part of the reservation having the same name, it has a surface of 2,075 hectares, being neighbored by Zmeica lake in the North-Western part, by Sinoe Lake in the Eastern, Southern and South-Western parts, by Channel 2 in the Western part and by Golovita lake in the Northern part.
The aquatic environment is predominant, from here arising the less ordinary character of the flora and fauna, which have adapted to this environment. The terrestrial environment is represented by sand banks, droughty areas in which grow a flora and fauna specific for the East - European steppes with Mediterranean influences.
Between these two environments (aquatic and terrestrial) it is interposed the swampy easily flooded area, bearer of a flora and fauna with possibility of alternative adaptation (water, land), depending on the hydrological conditions, seasonal and yearly. The area represents an important shelter for nesting and nourishment for about 300 species of birds. Especially during fall migration, the area becomes an impressing concentration of ornitofauna and, especially, of the winter guests.
Grindul Lupilor is the sanctuary of some natural curiosities which confer it, in certain places, the aspect of a real tropical jungle. The underground water is near surface, fact which favours the formation of a humid soil. The forests are disposed in narrow strips called "hasmacuri" (in Turkish language).
Advanced bulwark of Greek culture and civilization and furthermore of Latin culture, Dobrudja represents - through its antique monuments - a museum itself, and the micro-region Grindul Lupilor (Wolves Sand Bank), represents perhaps, the most fabulous and attractive window of this museum, the result of one-century researches of Romanian archaeologists.
Here, on the shore of Sinoe Lake, there lays Histria citadel, the first Greek colony on the Western shore of Pontus Euxinus and the oldest city on the territory of our country. As a toponym, Histria derives from Istros, the Greek name of Danube river, the city being located at '500 stadia far from the sacred spring of Istros', upon the notices of antique historian and geographer Strabon, on the sea shore. Set up in the middle of VIIth century b. Chr. by the colonists from Milet, Histria had a continuous development from the Greek period until the end of Roman period (beginning of VIIth century a. Chr.), justified by the favorable conditions of fishing, agricultural land and easy ways of communication with inland, the city being for a long time the most important economic and cultural center of our region
The tourist visiting Grindul Lupilor (Wolves Sand Bank) pension must know that at only 10 km South from Sinoe village, can be visited the beautiful and impressive citadel and the modern museum of Histria, in which he will discover the charm and grace of an era long gone. Here there can be seen the material proofs of existence of human communities in the area since paleolithic (35000-10000 b.Chr.). There can be admired also in the glass cases of the museum tools and ceramic receptacles from Aeneolithic and Bronze eras, discovered on the territory of current villages Sinoe, Mihai Viteazu, Cheia, Istria-Sat, Gura Dobrogei, Cogealac, Corbu.
Upon the end of Bronze Era and in the first Iron Era (XIIth - Vth centuries b.Chr.) in Dobrudja, so also in the region of Sinoe lagoon, there is developed a characteristic culture, firstly Thracian and then Getic, autochthonous, which will interact with the Greek colonists in the VIIth century b. Chr. Histria will be raised in the middle of native Thracian-Getic population, as a colony having tight commercial, cultural and religious relationship with the Southern world, as proved by the ceramic receptacles manufactured in Milet, Atena, Rhodos and Corinth, and discovered here. The temples and inscriptions dedicated to Zeus, Afrodita, the Muses, Dionissos or to Apollo are proofs of rich spiritual lives of the Histrians.
Starting with Ist century a.Chr. Histria will pass through a new period of development, the nowadays territory of Dobrudja being integrated into the Roman State. The thermal baths, the precincts and most of the buildings that can be admired nowadays in the citadel pertain to this period. An epigraphic document issued by the governor Laberius Maximus, in year 100 a.Chr., was mentioning the borders and the rights of the citadel - the center of the Histrian economic life consisted in cultivation of agricultural land and in fishing.
Inside the territory controlled by the citadel there was also vicus Quintionis, a village developed on the property of a Roman colonist, Quintio, located on the territory of present village of Sinoe. The inhabitants of the antique village from Sinoe were "veterani et cives Romani et Bessi consistentes", as reminded by an inscription from IInd century a.Chr., meaning veterans and Roman citizens together with bessi, Thracian population brought by the Roman state from the Balkans. The heads of the village were two magisters, chosen by the inhabitants from the wealthy persons. The inscriptions are presenting the names of some mayors as: Tiberius Saturninus and Bizienis, from year 144 a.Chr., Aelius Bellicus and Mucaporus Ditugenti from year 167 a.Chr., Iulius Florus and Derzenus Bitti from year 177 a.Chr. a.s.o.. There can be observed the good fellowship and the yearly character of the mayor position (magister vici), one being elected from the veterans and roman citizens and the other one from Thracian community.
For the financial part of antique city from Sinoe, the mayors were assisted by a quaestor, chosen by alternation, one year from the Romans and one year from bessi. For instance, in year 167 a. Chr., quaestor was Claudius Ianuarius, and in year 175 a.Chr. a Thracian Dotus Zinebti.
In vicus Quintionis there was an auditorium - hall of audience and trial - mentioned in an inscription from the times of emperor Antoninus Pius.
The aerial photographs showed the existence of some roads that were connecting the village to Histria city and to the settlements from Fantanele, Mihai Viteazu or Istria. Furthermore, like in the case of other rural cities from Roman epoque, the village from Sinoe was provided with water brought through aqueduct.
The Roman settlement from nowadays territory of Sinoe ceased its existence in the same time with Histria citadel, sometimes at the beginning of VIIth a.Chr., as proven by a coin from Heraclius (613-614 a.Chr.), once with desertion of entire Dobrudjan territory by the Roman army.
The ones going to Grindul Lupilor (Wolves Sand Bank) will be able to observe nowadays the beauty of antique world inside Histria Museum and to watch piously the funerary piles of the antique people, inhabitants of these lands, all integrated in the wild landscape from the lagoon.
Livia Buzoianu, Greek civilization in the Western-Pontic area and its impact on the autochthonous world (VIIth-IVth centuries a.Chr.), Ovidius University Press, Constantza, 2001.
Maria Barbulescu, Rural life in Roman Dobrudja (Ist-IIIrd centuries a.Chr.), The Museum of National History and Archaeology Constantza, Constantza, 2001. Livia Buzoianu,Histria, The Museum of National History and Archaeology Constantza, Constantza, 2006. | geography |
https://www.tapiolasinfonietta.fi/en/visitor-info/arrival/ | 2021-10-27T23:32:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323588244.55/warc/CC-MAIN-20211027212831-20211028002831-00449.warc.gz | 0.824235 | 149 | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__61917983 | en | Arriving at the Espoo Cultural Centre
The main entrance to the Espoo Cultural Centre is on Kulttuuriaukio square; the street address is Kulttuuriaukio 2. Another entrance may be found by the pool (which in the winter is the Ice Garden). Obstacle-free access is through the left-hand door of the main entrance.
The Espoo Cultural Centre is easily accessible by metro and bus. The nearest metro station is Tapiola, and the nearest bus stops are Heikintori and Kontiontie. For routes and timetables, please consult the HSL route planner. There is a taxi stand in the immediate vicinity of the Cultural Centre, at Tapionaukio. | geography |
https://beckyowensbullard.com/2011/12/10/welcome-to-becky-owens-bullard-consulting/ | 2023-06-10T21:43:50 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224646350.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20230610200654-20230610230654-00398.warc.gz | 0.960486 | 198 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__234021305 | en | I wanted to welcome you to my new consulting webpage and say how excited I am to kick-off this new phase in my work on gender-based violence and human trafficking. I have enjoyed being a direct service provider and advocate for victims/survivors for 8 years and in the past 5 years, the experience I’ve gained as a trainer and educator has inspired me to concentrate on this part of my work with more emphasis.
I recently made the move from Washington D.C. to Denver, CO and couldn’t be more excited about living and working in Colorado and the Midwest and Western regions (though, I will travel anywhere!). While our 2 years in D.C. was a great experience for my husband and I, we are thrilled to relocate to the mountains and call Colorado home.
I hope you enjoy the website and please contact me with any questions you might have about trainings or consultations.
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https://fi-fi.atlassnowshoe.com/partners/save-the-poles | 2019-10-13T22:33:23 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-43/segments/1570986648343.8/warc/CC-MAIN-20191013221144-20191014004144-00047.warc.gz | 0.956871 | 148 | CC-MAIN-2019-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-43__0__139882395 | en | As leader of the Save the Poles Expedition, Polar Explorer Eric Larsen guided his team through some of the earth’s most challenging terrain. As part of their effort to raise awareness for global climate change, Eric and the expedition reached both the North and South Pole, and summited Mt. Everest in one calendar year. Atlas is proud to have sponsored and outfitted Eric and the Save the Poles expedition on their quest to raise awareness for global climate change through this incredible feat of human fortitude.
“Putting on our Atlas Snowshoes was like putting our feet in 4 wheel drive. I honestly doubt we could have reached the North Pole with out them. They offered unparalleled flotation and traction.” – Eric Larsen | geography |
https://blahkanas.wordpress.com/ | 2023-06-02T18:49:35 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224648850.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20230602172755-20230602202755-00200.warc.gz | 0.953464 | 2,093 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__94071828 | en | My eyes gleamed when I heard that and rushed for the bats which were hanging in cloth bags. I gently rubbed my fingers on the outside of all the bags and picked the one with the smallest bat. I delicately removed the bat, holding it with just the tips of my first three fingers. This was no ordinary bat. Its head was flat as if slammed with a shoe! It had suction pads on its thumb and toes to help it cling and sleep inside thin, hollow bamboo culms. The bat in my hand was an evolutionary marvel. The Lesser Bamboo Bat (Tylonycteris pachypus) marked the beginning of a successful night. After it eight other species flew into our nets in quick succession. Borneo was beginning to justify itself as a naturalist’s dream destination.
In August 2015, I was in Sarawak to attend the 3rd Southeast Asian Bat Conference organized by Universiti Malaysia (UNIMAS), Sarawak and Southeast Asian Bat Conservation Research Unit (SEABCRU). After four intense days of talks, discussions and workshops with the most renowned bat biologists of the world, we were off to a bat lover’s ultimate pilgrimage – Gunung Mulu National Park.
Southeast Asia is one the hottest biodiversity hotspots in the world and Borneo – the third largest island in the world – is the jewel in its crown. The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) estimates that more than 220 species of mammals, 420 species of birds, 200 reptiles and amphibians and close to 400 species of fish are found in Borneo. A part of this staggering diversity comprises iconic, threatened species like Bornean Orangutan, Bornean Pygmy Elephant, Proboscis Monkey and Hose’s Palm Civet which are found nowhere else on earth. Eight species of hornbills occur here and on their account, the state of Sarawak in Malayasian Borneo derives its apt title – Bumi Kenyalang – The Land of the Hornbills. However, unbeknown to many, the major contributors to the mammalian diversity of this incredible island are bats. With roughly 90 species, bats make up about 40% of all the mammals found in Borneo. Once you set foot on Gunung Mulu National Park, you know why.
Gunung Mulu National Park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site is the most spectacular landscape that I have seen. 20 million years ago, this stunning forest was an underwater mountain. Five million years ago, tectonic activity brought the mountain above water and what one sees today is lush-green rainforest criss-crossed by rain-fed rivers through which emerge jagged limestone mountains that give Mulu its unique pre-historic ambience. When rainwater touches upon limestone it dissolves the rock to form caves. On account of the undulating limestone hills and the heavy rainfall that Mulu receives, it has countless cave systems. Such is the vastness of this pristine and rugged limestone forest that it took 15 months and 115 scientists of the Royal Geographic Society, UK to map its topography in 1977-78!
We arrived in Mulu in the afternoon on 18 August 2015. Our plan was to assist the team of student-researchers from UNIMAS in their study on bats of Mulu. On our arrival, Ellen McArthur, a masters’ student who was working on the bats of Mulu greeted us with the delightful news that she had found something special for us during her routine morning reconnaissance. I whiled away my time watching birds and a hungry Prevost’s Squirrel gorging on leaves at the canopy until it was time to go bat hunting with Ellen. Ellen led us to the nature trail and after barely walking a kilometer she stopped abruptly in front of a wild turmeric plant. Neatly hidden inside a young, rolled-up leaf of the turmeric was a tiny bat. It was a bat high up on my wishlist – the Hardwicke’s Woolly Bat (Kerivoula hardwickii). This is a diminutive bat, hardly weighing 3-4 g. Its body is densely covered with sooty-black woolly hair. What makes this bat sui generis is its recently-discovered symbiotic association with a carnivorous pitcher plant. In the nutrient-poor peat swamp forests of Borneo, the pitcher plant Nepenthes hemesleyana has evolved to attract these bats into its pitcher. However, the plant does not eat the bat; it provides lodging and the bat pays its rent by feeding the plant with its nitrogen-rich droppings! Hardwicke’s Woolly Bats are also the supreme sopranos of the animal world. Their ultrasonic calls start at 250 kHz – that’s 12 times higher than what we can hear!
The following evening I had a date with a glorious phenomenon in nature; one that I had, hitherto, only seen on television. At 3.30 pm, a crowd assembled at the ‘Bat Observatory’ outside Deer Cave. Deer Cave—the largest cave chamber in the world—is home to an estimated three million Wrinkle-lipped Bats (Chaerephon plicatus). As dusk approached, the anticipation was building up at the observatory. I saw a handsome Bat Hawk perched on a vantage point, its eyes fixed at the cave. Suddenly there was a cheer from the audience; the bats had begun to emerge en masse. One after the other, groups of bats flew out of the cave in perfect synchrony like a flock of starlings. Each group formed a different pattern in the sky – ribbons, waves, ‘S’ and even a moustache! It was time for the Bat Hawk to get active and it launched its first successful strike in the middle of the bat group. At the mouth of the cave, I also briefly saw a large eagle, probably a Wallace’s Hawk Eagle trying to intercept emerging bats. I had watched this phenomenon in the television many years ago (even before I got interested in bats) but to see the drama unfold before my eyes was a dream-come-true.
On our last night in Mulu we beefed up our efforts to catch bats. A mistnet (a thin nylon net used to catch birds and bats for research) was spread on a bridge over a river. An ingenious trap called ‘harp trap’ was set up at a forest trail. This trap has metal frames with fine plastic strings stretched to full tension and placed in parallel rows as in a harp (hence the name). The frame sits on four legs and a collection bag is placed at its base to allow a safe landing for bats that hit the strings. The bats are then picked up from the bag to be identified. Harp traps are particularly effective for strict forest-dwelling bats that often detect mistnets through their ultrasound. One of us was also deployed with a hand-held hoop net to catch bats flying in the open air. Ours was a truly global bat trapping team with representation from 9 countries! We caught a lot of interesting species that night. Our mistnets were full of Wrinkle-lipped Bats that love feeding over wide rivers. They are the most gentle and docile of all bats that I have handled. A not-so-docile bat was the one caught in the hoop net by my Hungarian friend, Tamas Görföl – a Diadem’s Leaf-nosed Bat (Hipposideros diadema). This is a large bat that typically hawks insects in forest clearings. Its body is a rich beige or orange with characteristic white patches on the flanks. At the harp trap we caught the Cantor’s (H. galeritus) and Fawn Leaf-nosed Bats (H. cervinus) and my favourite, the Large-eared Horseshoe bat (Rhinolophus philippinensis). This is a species of dense forests. It has large leaf-shaped ears and a peculiar nose that emerges like a unicorn’s horn. Back at the base, another team had caught a pretty Spotted-winged Fruit Bat (Balionycteris maculata) – a small and timid black bat with chicken pox-like spots on its wings. The best, however, was saved for the last, the miniscule Least Woolly Bat (Kerivoula minuta) which is so tiny that when Tigga Kingston—a leading bat biologist—passed it on to me, she said, “Be careful, you’ll have to hold it like a grain of salt!” A strict inhabitant of primary forests, habitat destruction, unfortunately, has put the Least Woolly Bat in the threatened category.
On the flight back to Kuching, I was reflecting on the immensely thrilling and educative days spent in Mulu. My thoughts were distracted by the sight of a bald patch in the middle of verdant rainforest. There are several threats that bats face globally. Deforestation impacts forest-dwelling bats while granite mining affects cave-roosting species. Recent studies claim that windmills kill more bats annually than anything else and more research is likely to come up with grimmer results. Our own personal attitudes that stem from superstitious beliefs and myths do not allow us to appreciate the crucial role that bats play in the ecosystem. In Southeast Asia, hunting and destruction of vast swathes of prime rainforest are the single biggest threat to bats. In recent years, ever-increasing logging and oil palm plantations have ravaged the magnificent Southeast Asian rainforests with catastrophic impacts on Orangutans, elephants, bats and even its indigenous tribes. It would be mankind’s greatest disaster if a 140 million year old rainforest were to be imperiled by our lifestyle choices and political negligence.
Note: An edited version of this article was published in Sanctuary Asia in August 2017. | geography |
http://promotech-ltd.com/promotech/index.php?q=resources/climat-change | 2024-04-22T01:01:34 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818067.32/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421225303-20240422015303-00661.warc.gz | 0.928189 | 718 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__37165431 | en | Climate change is a significant and lasting change in the statistical distribution of weather patterns over periods ranging from decades to millions of years. It may be a change in average weather conditions, or in the distribution of weather around the average conditions (i.e., more or fewer extreme weather events). Climate change is caused by factors that include oceanic processes (such as oceanic circulation), variations in solar radiationreceived by Earth, plate tectonics and volcanic eruptions, and human-induced alterations of the natural world; these latter effects are currently causingglobal warming, and "climate change" is often used to describe human-specific impacts.
Scientists actively work to understand past and future climate by using observations and theoretical models. Borehole temperature profiles, ice cores, floral and faunal records, glacial and periglacial processes, stable isotope and other sediment analyses, and sea level records serve to provide a climate record that spans the geologic past. More recent data are provided by the instrumental record. Physically based general circulation modelsare often used in theoretical approaches to match past climate data, make future projections, and link causes and effects in climate change.
The most general definition of climate change is a change in the statistical properties of the climate system when considered over long periods of time, regardless of cause. Accordingly, fluctuations over periods shorter than a few decades, such as El Niño, do not represent climate change.
The term sometimes is used to refer specifically to climate change caused by human activity, as opposed to changes in climate that may have resulted as part of Earth's natural processes. In this sense, especially in the context of environmental policy, the term climate change has become synonymous with anthropogenic global warming. Within scientific journals, global warmingrefers to surface temperature increases while climate change includes global warming and everything else that increasing greenhouse gas levels will affect.
On the broadest scale, the rate at which energy is received from the sun and the rate at which it is lost to space determine the equilibrium temperature and climate of Earth. This energy is distributed around the globe by winds, ocean currents, and other mechanisms to affect the climates of different regions.
Factors that can shape climate are called climate forcings or "forcing mechanisms". These include processes such as variations in solar radiation, variations in the Earth's orbit, mountain-building and continental drift and changes in greenhouse gas concentrations. There are a variety of climate change feedbacks that can either amplify or diminish the initial forcing. Some parts of the climate system, such as the oceans and ice caps, respond slowly in reaction to climate forcings, while others respond more quickly.
Forcing mechanisms can be either "internal" or "external". Internal forcing mechanisms are natural processes within the climate system itself (e.g., the thermohaline circulation). External forcing mechanisms can be either natural (e.g., changes in solar output) or anthropogenic (e.g., increased emissions of greenhouse gases).
Whether the initial forcing mechanism is internal or external, the response of the climate system might be fast (e.g., a sudden cooling due to airborne volcanic ash reflecting sunlight), slow (e.g.thermal expansion of warming ocean water), or a combination (e.g., sudden loss of albedo in the arctic ocean as sea ice melts, followed by more gradual thermal expansion of the water). Therefore, the climate system can respond abruptly, but the full response to forcing mechanisms might not be fully developed for centuries or even longer. | geography |
https://plano.porschedealer.com/news_events/chinese-market.html | 2018-06-19T06:53:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-26/segments/1529267861980.33/warc/CC-MAIN-20180619060647-20180619080647-00536.warc.gz | 0.95419 | 376 | CC-MAIN-2018-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-26__0__139982127 | en | In 2017, Porsche delivered more than 71,000 vehicles in China. This represents an increase of ten percent on the previous year. For the second time in succession, this makes China the largest individual market for Porsche. The most popular model is the Macan, with around 8,500 deliveries in the first quarter of 2018. The largest percentage increase was achieved by the Panamera, which was up by around 680 percent on the previous year. There has also been a successful start to 2018 in China: With more than 18,600 vehicles delivered, the sports car manufacturer exceeded the results of the comparable period in the prior year by three percent.
The Porsche customers in China are particularly young when compared to the worldwide customer base – on average 20 years younger than European and American customers. The proportion of female customers in China is also relatively high (approx. 30 percent in China vs. approx. 20 percent in the USA and approx. ten percent in Germany). Chinese women show great interest in two-door sports cars in particular (42 percent of 911 drivers in China are female). There are also many customers who are motorsport fans. The Porsche Carrera Cup Asia is now the largest in the world.
The distribution network in China consists of a total of 103 Porsche Centers. With the opening of the Porsche Studio in Guangzhou, the sports car manufacturer crossed the 100 sales location threshold at the end of 2017. In addition, the sports car manufacturer has piloted new sales formats in China: The newly opened Porsche City Service Center in Shenzen offers customers an even more central location for a range of services for all models.
By opening the Porsche Experience Center Shanghai, Porsche is expanding the offering for customers and fans even further. The customer experience center, which is located in the immediate vicinity of the Shanghai International Circuit, offers a range of driving programs on different stretches of track. | geography |
https://www.nswlaborleft.com/events/australias-place-in-a-changing-world | 2023-09-25T08:45:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233508959.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20230925083430-20230925113430-00196.warc.gz | 0.875205 | 196 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__80854681 | en | Thu, 23 July|
Australia's Place in a Changing World
Time & Location
23 July 2020, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
About The Event
You’re invited to join Labor’s Senate Leader and Shadow Minister for Foreign Affairs Senator Penny Wong and Senator Jenny McAllister for a discussion about navigating Australia’s place in a changing world.
Senator Wong recently published an article in the Australian Foreign Affairs journal titled “The end of orthodoxy: Australia in a post-pandemic world,” where she calls for a policy shift to address a fast-changing Asia-Pacific. You can read more about it here.
Navigating Australia’s place in a changing world
Date: Thursday July 23, 2020
Time: 6pm–7pm AEST
How: We will be conducting this briefing via Zoom – further details will sent prior to the event. | geography |
https://www.carpetnetworkandrenovations.com/Flooring-Installation-Location-New-Orleans-LA.html | 2019-05-22T13:06:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-22/segments/1558232256812.65/warc/CC-MAIN-20190522123236-20190522145236-00559.warc.gz | 0.851654 | 121 | CC-MAIN-2019-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-22__0__14056934 | en | Drop by our store to request more information about Carpet Network Inc. & Renovations in Kenner, Louisiana, to see how we can help you with your flooring installation.
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Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. | geography |
http://www.wildcardbrewery.co.uk/contact.html | 2017-04-23T23:28:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917118851.8/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031158-00489-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.837685 | 138 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__173349135 | en | The Brewery is accessible by both the Summit Road & Shernhall Street entrances to Ravenswood Industrial Estate.
Victoria Line : Walthamstow Central is located 10 minutes walk from the Brewery doors
Liverpool Street - Chingford Line: Wood Street Station is less than 10 minutes Walk
W19, W15, Routes 20 & 357 have stops on Shernhall Street,
W16, W12, W11, Routes 212, 230, 97, 34, N26 & N73 all have stops within half a mile of the Brewery
Wild Card Brewery
Unit 7 , Ravenswood Industrial Estate
Walthamstow, E17 9HQ | geography |
https://www.whichwayswest.com/tips-for-traveling-tuscany/ | 2024-03-01T01:02:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474893.90/warc/CC-MAIN-20240229234355-20240301024355-00055.warc.gz | 0.964076 | 3,962 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__154689034 | en | There is just something about Tuscany that will always feel a little – okay a lot – magical. The rolling hills of wheat, the lush vineyards, the Medieval and Renaissance era walled cities…this central-northern state in Italy has had a pull on romantics worldwide for decades that is showing no signs of stopping. I fell in love with Tuscany in 2015, when my best friend and I were galivanting around Europe post-college. First, Siena wooed us with her perfect, winding Medieval streets and lively Piazza il Campo, then Prato called us to stay a while after the tourist madness of Florence. Now, in 2022, I am back and just as smitten. This time around we have come with family, so it’s a little less laissez-faire than seven years ago, but just as beautiful. If you are keen to step back in time to a world of siestas, macchiatos, wine, and so, so much art, then you must come to Tuscany; however, there are a few things that you should know before you go. Take it from me, these few tips will make your trip more ‘under the Tuscan sun’ and less, getting eaten alive by mosquitos in a 13th century convent.
Get off the beaten path – remember, there is more to Tuscany than Florence
Okay, so not to bag on Florence, but it is a very touristy city. When I was there in 2015 it was very hard to find affordable and tasty food, because everything was targeted at international tourists. Cost of accommodation sky rockets as well and there are lines for everything. Don’t get me wrong, I loved the art of that famous city (David is one sexy statue), but there are simply too many tourists in Florence for it to retain its Tuscan magic. If you are an art historian, definitely go to Florence, but for those who’s ideal trip consists of sitting in a piazza sipping a macchiato and listening to the lovely lilt of Italian conversations that you can’t understand, then Lucca or Prato might be more your style. Prato is very close to Florence (about 20 minutes by train), but a world away in atmosphere. It is a tiny town with little to no sightseeing, but ample grappa, cured meats, and espresso to entertain anyone craving ‘il dolce far niente’ – the sweetness of doing nothing.
Lucca strikes a bit more of a balance between sightseeing options and quiet ambiance, and is a town I would heartily recommend to almost anyone. It is big enough to have sightseeing options, but small enough to walk around easily and quiet enough to find a piazza to yourself for your summer lunch of melon and prosciutto, even in the height of the tourist season. Lucca’s walls are its real treasure though – massive Renaissance style walls that encircle the entire old town with a lovely circular park, complete with a wide tree lined path and plenty of benches for taking in the views. Lucca’s walls were added to in the 16th century over a worry that Florence would invade and then became the perfect promenade you see today in the 19th century post-Italian unification (nerd note – you can tell the difference between the Medieval walls of a place like Siena from Renaissance era ones by their size, the Medieval ones were rather thin as they did not need to repel significant cannon blasts).
Check the weather – summer can be quite warm if you aren’t used to the heat
Tuscany can get down right hot in summer (between the months of June and August), so plan your accommodation accordingly. Temperatures are routinely over 30 C/86 F during the day and have even climbed to 37 C/97 F since we’ve been here. Tuscany is also humid mostly year round (though it is the lowest in summer, but let’s be honest, not by much) so consider this when looking at temperatures. It averages about 60% humidity, which isn’t horrible for those coming from humid climates (Tuscany humidity has nothing on Malaysia), but it can be a real struggle for those used to dry heat. Also, note that most of Europe does not have screens on their windows so it can be hard to deal with the heat just by opening windows, especially in the countryside where there are more insects, such as the ever annoying mosquitos that just love to take the invitation of an open window to feast on your blood. If you are heat sensitive at all I would strongly suggest only booking accommodation that has air conditioning. Kane and I can deal without it, but we are used to the heat in the north of Australia, if you are coming from some place cold, beware.
Rent a car if you want to stay in a villa in Tuscany
Ah the romance of opening your personal villa’s window and breathing in that fresh country air…until a wasp flies into your face sending you running around the very old, very rustic villa flapping your hands like a deranged bat. Villas in Tuscany are beautiful. They are alluring. But, and this is the key, villas are – mostly – very old buildings rather a long way into the countryside. Italian buses are unreliable at best and your only option to get into town for supplies or just an afternoon macchiato will be taxis, which are not cheap. So, I’d suggest that, unless you are renting a car, staying within walking distance of the city centre of these smaller towns is really the best option.
Use the Trainline App for less stressful travel
Trains are the lifeblood of the European continent and Italy is no exception. Most of your intra-country travel will be on trains as the distances are just too small for flights so you need to figure out how to navigate this system with relative ease. Buying tickets at the train station can be exceptionally slow, not due to lines (most of the time), but due to the painfully lethargic ticket machines that really, really like to contemplate every change of screen for at least a minute or so before moving on to the sixth screen you need to click through to buy your ticket. We have missed trains due to these machines and I would highly recommend that, for any larger journey than say moving between the towns of the Cinque Terre, you buy your tickets in advance using the Trainline app. It does not cost more, everything is translatable to English, and you can even track your trains on the app to help you know when to get off and about any delays that are occurring (delays are common in our experience).
Don’t tip all the time, but do check for a coperto
As an American living in Australia, I have come to love the fact that tipping is not customary once you get far enough away from the USA. In countries where staff get paid well there is no need for the customer to tip in any sort of obligatory way (in the USA if you don’t at least tip 10-15% your waiter will consider you the scum of the earth). Italy falls somewhere between Australia (almost never tip) and America (always tip) in the tipping customs. We’ve had this confirmed by local friends of ours who say that, one, you definitely do not need to tip all the time, as most restaurants will charge a coperto (cover charge) anyway, and two, that if you do get really, really good service and want to tip that you must give it directly to the person you want to tip, otherwise it just goes back to the restaurant owner. Even in the second case, where you’ve had really good service 10% is plenty to tip in these instances. Also, one last note on the coperto – sometimes the menu will say in fine print how much it will be, other times you only learn how much the coperto is once you get the bill, but it varies from one euro per person in smaller establishments to a few euros per person in a big city, tourist area. The coperto covers the bread they give you at the start of the meal, but that’s about it, still expect to pay for everything else, including water.
Share dishes when eating out to get a balanced meal
Italians seem to have a moral aversion to combining meat, carbs, and vegetables in the same dish. Chicken with pesto pasta and vegetables in one dish? It is impossible, and, quite possibly sacrilegious in Italy; okay I’m being a bit dramatic on this, but when you order a meat dish (often found in the secondi section), do not expect anything more than meat. The same goes for your pastas, which are found in the primi section, and any side dishes, found in the contorni section. Despite what you may have read online, most Italians do not order a primi, secondi, and contorni, it would just be way too much food. Instead, sharing dishes is very common here, so common that if two of you order the same dish they will often bring it in one big bowl to share. Kane and I have had no issues ordering a primi and a secondi to share between the two of us for our whole time in Italy, it’s pretty much the only way to get protein and pasta at the same time.
Go to Siena, just not during Palio time, unless you love crowds
Oh Siena, the magical Medieval city that started my love affair with Tuscany. This is a beautiful town south of Florence that has so much going for it, from the stunning Duomo to the hilly cobblestones streets filled to the brim with enotecas (wine shops) and gelaterias. My favourite time of day in Siena is just after sunset, which is around 8:30 pm in summer, sitting in the Piazza il Campo and watching the swifts that live in the bell towers dance across the sky while locals and tourists alike relax on the brick Piazza like they are lounging at the beach. However, Siena is known around the world for something a bit more hair raising than dodging swift poop while snacking on your evening gelato – the Palio. The Palio is a famous horse race that has all the contradas dressed up in their best Medieval finery cheering their neighborhood’s horse to a hopeful victory after three mad laps around the Piazza with a jockey clinging on sans saddle.
When I first traveled to Siena it was well outside of Palio time, and while there was a lot to learn about the contradas and their fiercely local spirits, it was still mostly a quiet, smaller town. Yes, there were tourists, but there were locals too and pretty much no waits for anything. This latest trip to Siena was a bit different though, as we went about a week and a half before the first run of the Palio (they run the race twice a year, once in early July and once in early August). Our first couple of nights in the city were the slow magic that I had remembered, but when the clock started ticking down to 8 days before Palio, 7 days before Palio, the city erupted. The first signs of the change where the contrada bands and flag throwers practising in the streets – when you hear those drums, follow the sound for an entertaining sneak peak of what is to come in the following week. Then, a week before the race they started packing tons and tons of dirt into the path around the Piazza il Campo and overnight it goes from a cobblestone path for meandering to a race track fit for a mad man. They even put mattresses up along the narrower sides to protect both the shop fronts and the race participants from the inventible falls that come with racing bareback. Finally, the crowds of tourists and locals alike descend on Siena in the week leading up to the Palio, making previously relaxed streets almost impassable in places. One final note, the Palio is very much for the locals, so if you choose to go, please be respectful of what this event means to them, it is the most important event of the year.
We considered staying to see the race, but after looking up how much it would cost to get any view that wasn’t crammed into the center of the Piazza for five hours with negative personal space, we decided it wasn’t for us. I’m not a fan of crowds on a good day and, for me, a huge part of the magic of Siena its leisurely pace – which changes completely come Palio. If you love pageantry, neighbourhood rivalries, and can stand serious crowds, then come to Siena during Palio time and tell me how it is, I’m keen to hear. If crowds, lines, and expensive everything isn’t your cup of tea, then do as we did and avoid the area for at least a week before Palio time.
Stay elsewhere and day trip to big tourist sites
Given it’s my second time in Tuscany and we were staying in Lucca, I thought it was high time that I see Pisa. Yes, I’d heard it before, the leaning tower of Pisa is mostly a glorified tour bus photo op, but I wanted to see it for myself. However, I didn’t want to waste a whole day on a disappointing destination without at least enjoying the journey so we hired e-bikes in Lucca and rode to Pisa. Our path wound along the Serchio River, through Tuscan farmland, and over some rather bumpy gravel/rocky roads (maybe get the mountain e-bike next time) and it was hands down the best way to see Pisa, because we got to spend a lovely day in the countryside, stop in at tourist mayhem, see the tower, then run away back to the countryside. It cost us 35 euro each for the day of e-bike hire and took us about 4 1/2 hours all up, you could do it on a normal bike for less money, but I would double the time needed to get there and back (it’s about a 50 km round trip and you need to budget time for getting lost). You don’t need to ride a bike to get to Pisa from Lucca, there is a train that is cheap and quick, but whatever you do, I would recommend making places like Pisa a day trip rather than a multi-day stay to avoid expensive accommodation, food, etc.
Learn a little Italian, especially if you’re heading to smaller towns
In the big cities and main tourist attractions it’s a safe bet that most people will speak at least a little English, however, this bet gets significantly longer odds the further you go into the countryside of Tuscany. I know it can be hard to learn another language just for a trip, but a few buongiorno’s, grazie’s, and buonasera’s go a long way towards ingratiating yourself to the locals and it shows respect of their culture and language. The words we have used the most are as follows:
- Buongiorno – good morning, use this until about 1/2 pm
- Buonasera – good afternoon, safe to use anytime after 1 pm and you can use it well into the night
- Buonanotte – good night. This is really only used for saying good bye at night, like if you are walking into your hotel room for the evening you can say buonanotte to the reception staff
- Un tavolo per due, per favore – A table for two, please. Use this at restaurants and do not forget to say per favore, you will be rude if you don’t. Swap the number for however many people you have in your group (uno – 1, due – 2, tre – 3, quattro – 4, cinque – 5, sei – 6, sette – 7, otto – 8, nove – 9, dieci – 10)
- Vorrei… – I would like… Use this for ordering and follow with what you would like, if you are struggling with pronunciation double up by pointing at what you want on the menu while you are trying to say it in Italian. They appreciate the effort, but sometimes our Anglo-pronunciations are atrocious and the pointing helps to avoid culinary confusion.
- Mi scusi – Excuse me. Scusi is a very versatile Italian word and can help you, politely, get the attention of waitstaff, move around people in a crowd, or ask strangers for directions.
- il conto, per favore – The bill, please. Unless you are eating at a real fast food type of place (like a pizza by the slice joint where you eat standing up), you will need to ask for the bill. Italian waitstaff consider it rude to bring you the bill without you asking first, so don’t just wait for them to bring it like you would in America, you need to ask. If you can’t speak to them because it’s too crowded, catching their eye and doing the universal air scribble, while mouthing ‘il conto, per favore’ mostly does the trick too.
Don’t rush it, enjoy the pace of life in Tuscany
Tuscany, and Italy as a whole, is about ‘il dolce far niente’ so don’t rush your trip here. Spend at least three nights anywhere you stay so you aren’t constantly dealing with the stress of moving around and, if you have the vacation time, try to spend a good chunk of time in a single location (I would say a week) to really get a feel for the place and to unwind into the culture. I know this can be hard for Americans given the paltry amount of vacation days most people get, but even with say, only ten days to travel, you can manage to avoid the frantic rush-rush by limiting yourself to no more than three destinations (I would even say two would be better than three if you only have ten days, but I know the concept of slow travel can be hard for some to embrace).
Whatever you do, enjoy your time in Tuscany, it is a beautiful area of the world that will always make my romantic soul sing – oh and you must enjoy the food and wine, but that is obvious to anyone traveling Italy. I strongly recommend Sangiovese (Brunello, Montepulcianos, Montalcinos, etc.) and focaccia (you will never look at bread the same way again). | geography |
http://greenroutevoyage.com/tour-packages/holiday-package-mini-kerala-woods-and-backwaters.php | 2018-10-15T14:04:34 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-43/segments/1539583509196.33/warc/CC-MAIN-20181015121848-20181015143348-00130.warc.gz | 0.906754 | 671 | CC-MAIN-2018-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-43__0__14671233 | en | Kerala 03 Night / 04 Days Tour Package Mini Kerala - Woods and Backwaters
A holiday with your family with the beauty of nature at Thekkady along with the Houseboat cruise on the backwaters of Kerala. This short Kerala tour covers both wild life as well as the backwater cruise. Ideal for nature lovers and families who like to spend a whole night in the backwaters of Kerala.
Day 01 : Arrive at Cochin - Thekkady ( 5 Hours drive)
After arriving in Cochin, drive to proceed to Thekkady. Thekkady is one of the Indias most fascinating wildlife destination of Kerala. En route, visit Idukki dam. On arrival, check in to your hotel. Periyar wildlife sanctuary is home to nomadic tribes of wild elephant, boar, deer, the great Indian tiger and more. Have a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel
Day 02 : Thekkady
Morning after breakfast, enjoy boating through the Periyar Wildlife sanctuary. You can visit the rare species of plants and animals. In the afternoon, visit spice plantations of cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, coffee, tea estates etc. On your way back to the hotel, stop at the local market and pick up some fragrant spices. Have a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 03 : Thekkady - Alleppey
After breakfast checkout and proceed to Alleppey, This town is considered to be the oldest planned town in this region and the lighthouse built on the coast of the town is the first of its kind along the Arabian coast. Referred to as the Venice of the East, Alappuzha has always enjoyed an important place in the maritime history of Kerala. Today, it is famous for its boat races, backwater holidays, beaches, marine products and coir industry. Alappuzha beach is a popular picnic spot. Check into the houseboat on arrival (check in time 12.00 Noon). Enjoy the day with a backwater cruise on the Vembanad Lake. Overnight stay is on the houseboat.
Day 04 : Cochin Depature
Morning at leisure on House Boat experience the pollution free air and after a good breakfast at 09:00 am check out from houseboat and we transfer you Cochin - Airport / Railway station for your onward journey.
Accommodation using Double Room
Breakfast at all the hotels. (CPAI)
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A/c Vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing exactly as per the itinerary.
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Any meals other than those mentioned above.
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Entrance fees to Amusement parks & Boating charges.
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http://flowersbynumber.com/contact/ | 2021-10-17T06:20:39 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585121.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20211017052025-20211017082025-00260.warc.gz | 0.920766 | 102 | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__12688484 | en | Flowers by Number is located in Los Angeles California. We are happy to assist you in any way we can regarding your floral arrangements. Please reach out to us by filling out the form on this page with your contact information and question and we will get back to you in a timely manner.
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http://mattjonesblog.typepad.com/think_story_experience/2009/03/index.html | 2018-10-21T02:26:41 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-43/segments/1539583513548.72/warc/CC-MAIN-20181021010654-20181021032154-00380.warc.gz | 0.944832 | 119 | CC-MAIN-2018-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-43__0__212128467 | en | So, big news. I'm officially moving on from my role at Jack Morton in Australia. My last day here is on Friday (3 April).
I'm not going far though (at least not professionally). On Monday 13 April, I'll be starting in my new role as Director of Strategy and Planning for Jack Morton in New York.
The other exciting bit of news is who's replacing me...Katie Chatfield (author of the Get Shouty blog) came on board this morning as our new Creative Strategist here in Australia. All change then, and all good. | geography |
http://www.giacomocattaneophotography.com/about | 2019-10-19T17:58:35 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-43/segments/1570986697439.41/warc/CC-MAIN-20191019164943-20191019192443-00532.warc.gz | 0.975626 | 559 | CC-MAIN-2019-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-43__0__176483329 | en | Ciao a tutti!
My name is Giacomo Cattaneo, I'm a Swiss doctoral student in innovation management and a passionate traveller. Sometimes I try to take some nice picture that I feel like sharing with you on this website ;)
This website started to showcase the 50 pictures I had been blessed to exhibit in December 2013. I had travelled for 8 months around the world after the end of my studies and before the start of my doctoral program. Primarily triggered by the many comments and incitements of friends and family, I decided to do something with these pictures I shot from Japan to Antarctica. Not tolerating the thought of gaining anything from whatever I wanted to do (I had gained way too much through travelling), I decided to create a charity exhibition that would offer all the proceedings to the foundation Fior di Loto in Pushkar. I did not know such foundation before I visited them in my last weeks in India, but they impressed me with their seriousness and drive to make change happen. They now support more than 300 girls and their education, and I wanted in my own way contribute to such project. I called the exhibition "A World for Lalita". The name Lalita from the exhibition's title comes from a sweet girl I got to know at the foundation, and of whom I am still today the "sponsor". The idea was to show her the world in 50 pics, hence the name. The exhibition then came to be, and not only gave me the great opportunity to finally share my travels with many dear people, but also made it more meaningful.
The trip around the world was simply an incredible experience, difficult to put into words. It allowed me to expand my view to a world full of wonders, and to get closer to my inner "me" in a journey of self-discovery. It is only when you find yourself immersed in a completely different world and out of your comfort zone that you finally see your own true colours. I got my jaw dropping when visiting amazing places or standing in front of stunning landscapes, but it was eventually the kindness of the people and the smiles they shared with me that made that trip unique, and mine. If you would like to hear some stories about it, I am happy to invite you check out Spinning Around, the travel blog I wrote during my trips with tips and stories from my wanderings.
Today I keep on updating the website through my blog and by adding the best shots to the photography section, which is aimed at supporting the cause of the Fior di Loto Foundation. You find more information about how to support the project here.
Do not hesitate to contact me for any question you might have. I'll be happy to get in touch with you as soon as possible. | geography |
http://bewersdorfplc.com/?p=139 | 2024-02-21T19:39:09 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473524.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20240221170215-20240221200215-00650.warc.gz | 0.973552 | 142 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__193769261 | en | Bewersdorf PLC is pleased to announce that for the sixth straight year, the firm’s founder, Ryan Bewersdorf, has been named to the 2020 Michigan Super Lawyers list in the area of business litigation. Prior to first being recognized in 2015, Ryan was named a 2012, 2013, and 2014 Michigan Super Lawyers “Rising Star”.
Super Lawyers is a peer reviewed listing of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The recognition is reserved for top attorneys in the state of Michigan. No more than 5.0 percent of the lawyers in the state of Michigan are named to this list. | geography |
https://www.city.goshogawara.lg.jp/tourism/en/play/rekishitankentour.html | 2022-07-02T04:11:15 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656103984681.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20220702040603-20220702070603-00447.warc.gz | 0.934699 | 231 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__155260233 | en | Participants will explore a government-designated historical site, the ruins of the port city of Tosaminato, which flourished in the Middle Ages and was closely connected to Oshu-Dewa Tosaminato, one of the major three bays and seven ports listed in Japan's earliest marine law, and the to the head of the Ando clan under the title of Hinomoto Shogun. Tours also include visits to the ruins of Fukushima Castle and Sannoubou, both of which had historical connections to Tosaminato. This is a guided tour starting from a michinoeki or roadside station. With a local tour guide, participants will be first introduced to an overview of the area at the Shiura History and Folklore Museum in the Jusanko Nakanoshima Bridge Park, and then set off for the ruins.
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https://www.acts.co.za/national_environmental_protected | 2020-02-21T15:24:24 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-10/segments/1581875145533.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20200221142006-20200221172006-00252.warc.gz | 0.908984 | 201 | CC-MAIN-2020-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-10__0__180774222 | en | To provide for the protection and conservation of ecologically viable areas representative of South Africa’s biological diversity and its natural landscapes and seascapes; for the establishment of a national register of all national, provincial and local protected areas; for the management of those areas in accordance with national norms and standards; for intergovernmental co-operation and public consultation in matters concerning protected areas; for the continued existence, governance and functions of South African National Parks; and for matters in connection therewith.
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http://hope-mag.com/index.php?com=news&option=read&ca=1&a=3057 | 2018-01-22T00:28:22 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-05/segments/1516084890928.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20180121234728-20180122014728-00668.warc.gz | 0.910138 | 583 | CC-MAIN-2018-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-05__0__152161840 | en | Targeting project developers and business champions from East Africa and investors from all over the world, the first Forest and Landscape Investment Forum (FLIF) starts on Tuesday in Kigali.
The 2-day forum is organized by the Forest and Landscape Restoration Mechanism (FLRM) of the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation in conjunction with the Rwanda Development Board (RDB), the Rwanda Development Bank (BRD), as well as the Agriculture Exports Board (NAEB), the Rwanda Environment Management Agency (REMA) and the environment fund Fonerwa.
This event will promote a broad spectrum of investments in forests and landscapes for environmental, social, economic and financial returns and directly contributes to FAO’s strategic objective 2 on sustainable agriculture, and strategic objective 4 on value chains.
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FLIF provides a unique opportunity to bring together project developers, business champions, and investors in lively debate on business opportunities and challenges in agroforestry and forestry.
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However, investments in forests and landscapes are unevenly distributed worldwide. While most are made in Latin America, only 1% are in Africa. It is therefore critical to build fora and platforms to intensify interactions among project developers, business leaders and investors. FLIF offers a unique platform for exploring the potential of finance to enhance livelihoods, protect the environment and ensure food security benefits.
FLIF targets project developers and business champions from Eastern Africa, in particular from Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia, as well as investors from all over the world who seek business opportunities in sustainable landscapes. It will showcase business opportunities in forests and landscapes, in particular through agroforestry and forestry value chains (wood and non-wood forest products) such as coffee, tea, timber, macadamia, silk, and cassava
The forum will host a wide-range of debates and discussions over the two days, including:
Beyond plenary sessions, a booth exhibition and targeted side-events will facilitate further dynamic interactions between participants. | geography |
http://www.utakecoffee.com/it-takes-the-world/ | 2018-12-14T03:51:04 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376825349.51/warc/CC-MAIN-20181214022947-20181214044447-00160.warc.gz | 0.98372 | 1,001 | CC-MAIN-2018-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-51__0__100622524 | en | My name is Dunia Muhindo Moise. “Dunia” means “world” in Swahili, but funny enough my world was limited to DRC until very recently. I began the journey to becoming a Q Grader.
As many may already know, the journey is long and arduous, not so much on the physical movement for most, but more the difficulty in the mental and emotional upheaval in getting this tough and coveted international qualification that literally sets you apart both as an individual as well as a professional in the coffee world. Well for some of us, it was a mixture of all. To top it up, DRC is a French speaking nation, so we needed to overcome the challenge of the language barrier, as the course was being delivered in English. Luckily we also speak Swahili and Kenya has it as a national language.
We were informed about the Q Grader course to be held in Nairobi Kenya, about 10 days to the event. Previously we had had very few trainers coming from all over the world to teach us about coffee, a commodity that DRC is so rich in, in addition to the other natural endowments of minerals and other resources. But as many know, this can be a blessing as well as a curse. DRC has been experiencing civil strive for several years which has made it difficult to access quality services in all sectors, not excluding my sector, coffee. The Q Grader course was something I had heard about, but it looked like an unachievable dream, until we got the call from Eastern Congo Initiative.
5 of us were selected to travel to Kenya to try our hand at this course. Of the 5 of us that were selected, only 3 of us eventually managed to get logistically organized and mobilized to get to Nairobi in time. My colleague Ismael from a place known as Kinyezire, myself from a place known as Minova and Linda from Bukavu.
We all journeyed by almost all means of transport known to man. I met with my colleague Ismael at a place called Minova. We got on a motor bike for 54 kilometres and rode for approximately 2 hours. The roads are inaccessible hence the only way to maneuver is by motor bike. Getting to Goma on the border of DRC and Rwanda, we had to take another bike together to take us over to Gisenyi, a border with the neighbouring country Rwanda. This took us 30 minutes and the tedious immigration process but afterwards we got on a long distance bus to Kigali, the capital city of Rwanda. The bus ride was smooth, but due to the hilly nature of Rwanda, the land of 1,000 hills, it is quite winded and can stir up everything you have eaten and digested in previous days. We arrived in Kigali in the evening and had to spend the night at a hotel / lodge. The following day we made our way to the Kigali International Airport and took the flight to Nairobi which took us 1 and a quarter hours.
On arrival Nairobi, we hoped to be received by the hotel, but unfortunately our time of arrival had not been communicated. We called a fellow countryman based in Nairobi and he was courteous enough to call the number on the emails which happened to be of our soon to be Instructor, Ms. Mbula Musau. He managed to talk to her and informed her that we had proceeded to the hotel mentioned in the communication. We settled at the hotel and our instructor made arrangements to ensure our facilitated stay and movement to and from the training venue.
The next 6 days were overwhelming to say the least. However the format and instruction was enabling. By the end of the 3rd day we felt ready to take on the 20 exams required to get the qualification. One after another I tackled them, and by the end of it I was overjoyed to learn that I had been successful on my first attempt! I really thank my instructor for going out of her way to facilitate and encourage us to attain the Q Grader qualification that I had crossed lakes, mountains, skies and valleys for. At least even if the return journey was similar, the biggest mental and emotional barriers had been conquered. And just like that, Dunia became the first ever Q Grader from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)!
I plan to apply the skills I learnt to my personal career development, my organization and my country as a whole. What I learnt about coffee in the one week I was in Kenya will go a long way to getting my fellow youth to embrace this gift we give to the world and make the very best out of it.
Thank you Eastern Congo Initiative, Muungano Cooperative, Coffee Quality Institute and Utake Coffee Limited. Indeed, it takes not only a village but the whole entire Dunia. | geography |
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