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"I was brought up in Hainford and as a family we spent all of our summer holidays on the north Norfolk coast. We would rent a cottage in Blakeney Quay – an idyllic island that you can only get to by boat. My dad still does it today. We did primitive cooking there, on a tiny gas stove and I used to love making my own prawn cocktails. We'd go cockling, too, and pick up samphire when it was in season. From an early age I loved foraging for food in my surroundings and then cooking it straightaway – it's a mentality that stayed with me throughout my training, and I still have today. Provenance and seasonality isn't just a choice for me. I don't use any fish unless it's caught from the North Sea – if it's not in my area, then I'm not interested."
Crab tart with summer crab bisque
This tart really smacks of crab and is better eaten warm rather than piping hot to allow all the flavours to come through. To save time, both the pastry case and the custard can be prepared ahead. You can either buy dressed crabs for this recipe, separate the white and dark meat, and spread the dark meat on the base of the pastry case or, if you prefer, just buy white crab meat to stir into the custard. The summer crab bisque makes a wonderful accompaniment.
1 x 23cm flan ring, 4cm deep, lined with savoury shortcrust pastry
For the custard:
eggs 3 plus 2 egg yolks
whipping cream 425ml
freshly grated nutmeg a pinch
For the crab filling:
dressed crabs 3 or 450g white crab meat
olive oil 2 tbsp
spring onions 2 bunches, finely sliced
parmesan 40g, freshly grated
sea salt and pepper
Preheat the oven to 180C/gas mark 4.
Cover the pastry-lined flan ring with baking parchment, fill with baking beans and place in the centre of the preheated oven. Bake "blind" for about 30 minutes, or until the pastry just starts to colour.
Carefully remove the baking beans and parchment – if there are any cracks in the pastry, use leftover pieces of pastry or beaten egg to fill them. Return the pastry case to the oven for about 5 minutes. Leave to cool.
To make the custard, place the eggs, egg yolks and whipping cream in a bowl and beat gently, adding nutmeg, salt and pepper. Pass through a sieve into a pouring jug (do this in advance.)
To make the filling, if using dressed crabs, separate the crab meat with your fingers, removing any bits of shell and flaking the white meat. Spread the dark crab meat over the base of pastry case.
Heat the olive oil in a frying pan, then quickly fry the spring onions until just softened. Add them to the pastry case. Stir the white crab meat and the parmesan into the custard mixture, lightly season and then carefully pour it on to the spring onions.
Place the tart on a baking tray in the centre of the preheated oven. Cook for about 50 minutes, or until the filling is just set. Cool for a few minutes.
To serve, place a small ladleful of crab bisque (below) in the bottom of warm soup bowls, place a good slice of the crab tart on top and then a spoonful of coriander creme fraiche topping either on the tart or to the side of it.
For the summer crab bisque
dressed crabs 4 large
olive oil 2 tbsp
onion 1, peeled and diced
carrot 1 large, peeled and diced
leek 1, trimmed and thinly sliced
celery 1 stick, trimmed and chopped
garlic 4 cloves, peeled
herb stalks (basil, coriander, tarragon, if available) a small handful
lemon grass 2 stalks, cut lengthways
white peppercorns 6
star anise 3
coriander seeds 10
tomato puree 2 tbsp
brandy a large glass
white wine a large glass
chicken stock 750ml
whipping cream 150ml
unsalted butter 50g in pieces
sea salt and pepper
lemon juice a squeeze to taste
For the coriander creme fraiche topping
creme fraiche (full fat) 200ml
mild red chilli 1 large, finely chopped
shallot 1 small, peeled and finely chopped
fresh coriander 3 tbsp, chopped
lime zest and juice of ½
sea salt and pepper
Begin by separating the crab meat, picking it over carefully to ensure there is no shell in it. Place the white and brown crab meat into separate bowls and set aside. Retain the crab shells.
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan and fry the chopped vegetables with the garlic until lightly coloured. Add the herb stalks, lemon grass, peppercorns, star anise and coriander seeds, then stir in the tomato puree and cook for 3-4 minutes.
Add the brandy and flambé. When the flame dies down, add the wine and let bubble until reduced to a sticky consistency. Pour in the chicken stock and add the brown crab meat together with the crab shells. Bring to a simmer and cook gently for 20 minutes.
To finish the soup, pass the stock through a fine sieve into a clean pan, pressing the residue in the sieve with the back of a ladle or wooden spoon to extract as much liquid and flavour as possible. Whisk in the cream and bring back to a simmer to reduce a little to achieve a good soupy consistency. Whisk in the butter, a little at a time. Season with salt and pepper and add a squeeze of lemon juice to taste.
To make the coriander creme fraiche topping, mix all the ingredients together, then put a spoonful either on the tart or to the side of it.
Locally caught wild sea bass with pea and mint soup
At this time of the year there is almost a glut of wonderful locally grown fresh peas and I like to use them as much as I can during the relatively short season. This soup is quick and easy to make and bursting with the flavour of freshly picked and shelled peas.
wild sea bass 1 weighing approximately 1kg, skinned, filleted and pin-boned
lemon grass 1 stick, cut into 6 chunks
tiny tomatoes 6 quartered
petits pois 6 tbsp
broad beans 6 tbsp briefly blanched and skins slipped off
white wine 6 tbsp
olive oil 6 tbsp
fresh dill a handful, chopped
sea salt and pepper
Cut three pieces of greaseproof paper about 35cm square. Cut each square from corner to corner to form a triangle and spread the triangles out on a work surface.
Using a sharp knife, slice the sea bass fillets into short strips about 2.5cm wide and place 5 or 6 strips in the centre of each triangle of greaseproof paper.
Add a chunk of lemon grass, 4 tomato quarters, a tablespoon each of petits pois, broad beans, white wine and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and scatter over some chopped dill.
Now carefully fold over one corner of the greaseproof paper, then fold over the other corner so that you have a samosa-shaped parcel, folding the edges in tightly to seal.
Preheat the oven to 180C/gas mark 4. Place the parcels on a large baking sheet, sprinkle over a little cold water and cook in the preheated oven for 5-8 minutes. Serve immediately with a good ladleful of pea and mint soup, allowing each person to open their own parcel at the table.
Pea and mint soup
butter 25g
English onions 2 medium sized, peeled and sliced
garlic 1 clove, peeled and sliced
water 450ml water
sugar a good pinch
petits pois 450g
fresh mint leaves a handful
double whipping cream 4 tbsp
sea salt and pepper
Melt the butter in a large saucepan, add the onions and garlic and cook to soften; set aside.
Bring the water to the boil, add salt and a good pinch of sugar, throw in the peas and cook until just tender. Remove from the heat, add the mint leaves and immediately blitz in a liquidiser, adding the onions and garlic. Pass through a sieve, and when re-heating to serve, add the cream and adjust the seasoning.
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Africa Fete celebrates 30 years as festival and promoter
For 30 years already, Africa Fete has been one of the motors of African music, through their annual festival in Dakar and different events in France. The founder, Mamadou Konte, died some time ago but had built a up a highly professional team that is pursuing his work. If you look a the festivals and releases of the past two years, it is clear that African music is having a particularly hard time. So the role of Africa Fete is all the more important in continuing to allow new African music to survive.
The 30th anniversary will feaure a combination of new and established acts, that include: les Amazones de Guinée, Fallyssa, Imhotep (IAM) appearing Didier Awadi, Duggy T and others as well as Omar Pene, Thione Seck, Alioune Mbaye Nder, Saintrick and other surprise guests, playing with the Africa Fête big band.
The festival is to be held on December 6 in Dakar. For details, visit Africa Fete.


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Big fun and great eats are on the menu for this upcoming weekend. Aspire will be out and about at the Windy City Rib Fest in the Uptown neighborhood here in Chicago, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Our motto? "Drink Aspire and save the calories for the ribs!" Besides the deliciously refreshing, calorie burning, no calories, no sugars, no carbs taste of Aspire for you to enjoy, there will be 5 top "ribbers" serving up finger licking slabs of goodness. The heavenly "Q" comes from near and far with "ribbers" hailing from Chicago, Australia, Wisconsin, Arkansas and Texas. Along with BBQ heaven there'll also be some delicious Craft Beers from around the country to sample and a day and evening full of music on the main stage.
Personally, the whole Aspire Event Team is really looking forward to meeting the crowds and yes, sampling some of those amazing ribs. And, well, okay, we may sip a craft brew at the end of the day, too. But really, this is all about bringing the deliciously refreshing, healthy vitality of Aspire to the people and so we'll be handing out thousands of samples as well as having single cans, four packs and cases for sale. I mean, after all those delicious ribs who isn't going to need a little pick-me-up with some calorie burning, healthy Aspire? So be sure to stop by our booth and grab some healthy vitality for mind & body!
Here's a link to all the details for the Windy City Rib Fest 2014
Now lets get into some BBQ!


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Quality Assurance
Department of Informatics System of Quality Assurance and Improvement
The Department of Informatics system of quality assurance and improvement is aimed at developing an institutional mechanism for systematic evaluation and coordination of initiatives and developmental programmes, with a permanent purpose of promoting high standards of professional and expert development of partners in all fields of Department's activities.
The system of quality assurance is based on the Law on Quality Assurance in Science and Higher Education, European guidelines and recommendations for quality assurance, and other relevant regulations.
The system of quality assurance and improvement of the University of Rijeka is defined by the Regulations on the System of Quality Assurance and Improvement and University of Rijeka Quality Assurance Handbook. In addition to these documents, the Department of Informatics uses Regulations on the System of Quality Assurance and Improvement of the Department of Informatics, University of Rijeka.
Quality Policy
The Department of Informatics accepts the University of Rijeka Quality Policy, and in accordance with its mission and vision commits to fostering the culture of quality by:
- Continuously developing the system of quality assurance under European, national and university standards
- Assuring quality and effective education in which students are at the centre of the learning process, and which is based on study programmes in Informatics grounded in competence approach and learning outcomes
- Conducting innovative scientific and developmental research in cooperation with researchers from Europe and entrepreneurs from the wider region
- Caring about the employability of students, as well as the accessibility of informatics education to every interested individual through lifelong learning programmes
- Transferring latest information technologies and up-to-date knowledge into the business sector and the local community, with the aim of ensuring the transition of the region into a knowledge-based society.
The Quality Assurance Committee
Quality assurance at the Department of Informatics is under the supervision of the Quality Assurance Committee. The responsibilities of the Committee are stipulated by the Regulations on the System of Quality Assurance and Improvement of the Department of Informatics, University of Rijeka.
Quality Assurance Committee members include:
- Nataša Hoić-Božić, Head of the Committee (firstname.lastname@example.com)
- Sanja Čandrlić, Teacher Representative (email@example.com)
- Igor Jugo, Assistants Representative (firstname.lastname@example.com)
- Izabel Sušanj, Student Representative (email@example.com)
- Marin Smajila, External Users Representative (firstname.lastname@example.com)


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How Real-World Stress Test Of High-Density Wi-Fi Deployment Worked
Last week we published an article providing the details of a live, high-density Wi-fi test conducted at a school campus. The goal was to simulate a standardized testing scenario in order to demonstrate that the WLAN can support a large group of students simultaneously taking online exams. This week we provide the details of that test.
Probably every one of you has been presented with "completely independent" multiple Wi-Fi vendor stress tests that claim to produce non-biased results. Upon closer examination, you find that the testing was actually constructed to produce favorable results for a specific vendor or product.
To that end, Aerohive decided to test enterprise-class features and validate recommended configurations for K-12 educational environments in a real school, with real student devices running tests performed by real students using real school applications.
Special thanks go to Chris Moghtaderi, District Technology Coordinator at the Healdsburg Unified School District for his time and patience with us, and to all the Healdsburg High School students that showed up in the middle of summer to participate for hours in the testing, for sandwiches and coffee, (but no ice cream), for their effort.
Environment : High density
Several different tests were performed at two different locations. Both locations, a cafeteria and a gymnasium, were chosen because these are challenging, high-density environments and because they are typical locations for large-scale online examinations
One challenge represented a high number of client devices that needed to be supported in a large open space, with no attenuators like classroom walls. The most important requirement was 100% network availability for client devices running critical test applications during the testing periods.
Evaluation criteria: Real life situations
Students were asked to connect to the student SSID and to take the mock test. They were also asked to immediately report any problems that they noticed, such as disconnection from the network, page loading taking too long, or pages not loading at all, etc.
We ran one test with default radio configurations, a second test with high-density settings, and a third test with high-density settings and DAS (Dynamic Airtime Scheduling) enabled.
We repeated the second test in the gym but this time with DAS enabled.
Finally, we tested video performance in the same high-density environments by gradually increasing the number of devices that were streaming videos.
The rules: Just like real life
Just as in a real-life setting, we configured static channels to make sure that conditions stayed the same for all of the tests.
At a random time, and without any announcement, we unplugged one access point to observe the impact of the possible AP failure during the critical examination period.
RF Environment: We are not alone
Healdsburg Junior High School is located in a residential area and we discovered an additional 60+ wireless networks (interestingly, almost all of them XFinity) that showed up in the cafeteria and gymnasium.
Test One was conducted using default Aerohive radio configurations. Students did not report any problems. Most of the iPads were connected to 5GHz and were not evenly distributed between the access points. Average client throughput was 3.89 Mbps.
Test two was conducted using the Aerohive high-density radio configuration, as recommended in a configuration guide. Students did not report any problems and client distribution between access points was dramatically improved. Average client throughput was 9.08 Mbps, which is more than 300% increase.
Test Three was conducted with high-density settings and DAS enabled. Throughput again increased dramatically, while the client distribution between access points remained extremely balanced, and students did not report any problems.
Failures for Tests One, Two, and Three
Two client devices lost network connectivity. We had to manually reconnect the clients and restart the exam application on these two iPads.
High-density video test
DAS was enabled while performing a video test where we simultaneously connected 150 streaming devices before encountering any issues. We then increased the device count to 180, and only a few devices disconnected or needed to be reconnected. When the load was increased to around 210 client devices, multiple devices were disconnected, while others needed to be refreshed or reconnected.
Is your network properly designed and configured for high-density?
Reading the results of multiple stress tests cannot answer this question. There are many variables and environmental conditions that have a profound impact on how a wireless network performs. All of these variables need to be considered when designing your network.
Designing a network using advanced enterprise-class configuration and tuning features, monitoring and insights with actionable intelligence, paired with intelligent troubleshooting tools and operational excellence, is your best bet.
K-12 Education Deployment Guide, Parts 1-5
These are the first five parts in a series of guides put together by Aerohive about setting up devices in a typical K-12 school environment. Each part is a fairly short topic that develops an extended example running throughout the series. Along the way there are numerous tips, suggestions, and alternative approaches. You can begin with the first five parts, which are ready now:
Part 1: Planning: This guide covers deployment planning, from setting coverage and capacity goals to conducting predictive and manual site surveys. It concludes by introducing the plans for an example high school deployment using AP230, AP130, and SR2148P devices.
Part 2: Wireless Access: In this guide, a network policy with three SSIDs is described. The guide shows how the SSIDs help satisfy the coverage and capacity goals introduced in Part 1.
Part 3: Ethernet Switching: The configuration of the network policy started in part 2 continues here. It explains how to configure an SR2148P device template and multiple port types to support various types of Ethernet traffic.
Part 4: High-density Radio Profiles: The high-density radio profiles to support administration of large standardized online exams in the school cafeteria and gym are described in detail. These settings were validated through testing at the Healdsburg Unified District Junior High School. A summary of the test results appears at the end of the guide.
Part 5: Bonjour Gateway: Bonjour Gateway enables clients to discover and access services on devices in different subnets/VLANs. This guide explains how to set up Bonjour Gateway so that teachers, staff, and students can access Apple TVs and printers in a different subnet and VLAN from their own.
All Posts in this Series
1) Can School Wi-Fi Hold up Under Pressure of Mass Online Testing?
2) How Real-World Stress Test Of High-Density Wi-Fi Deployment Worked


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Robbers tie up residents at gunpoint
WINTON -- Three daring home invasion robbers tied up three people Wednesday afternoon and robbed them, then rammed into a pickup attempting to stop them in the driveway before firing several shots at the truck.
No one was hurt in the 1:55 p.m. robbery in the 6500 block of Alyssa Court and the multiple volleys fired at the GMC pickup missed the driver, Sgt. Jason Goins of the Merced County Sheriff's Department Major Crimes Unit said.
The victims were robbed in a similar manner six months ago but that incident went unreported.
Goins said the three Latino male adults with shaved heads in their 20s all carried firearms and tied up three occupants of the home before demanding cash. They escaped with an undisclosed amount of money when another family member drove up, sensed something wasn't right and tried to block their exit.
The robbers, in a green or gray four-door Dodge sedan, possibly an Intrepid, rammed into the front of the truck and fired at least two shots at it before departing in an unknown direction. The sedan should have major front-end damage, Goins said.
Sheriff's Detective Corey Gibson, who investigated the incident, said the investigation is still in the early stages.
"It was pretty bold at 2 in the afternoon," Gibson said. "For sure it was a bold act. These guys are dangerous."
Goins said those observing the men or the Dodge should call the sheriff's department immediately at (209) 385-7472.
Associate Editor Doane Yawger can be reached at (209) 385-2485 or firstname.lastname@example.com.


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When I posted on FaceBook that I was reading this book, Electa commented that "she hoped I was enjoying her first romance novel." Erp! Scooby says what? I was like "why did she say that? Now I'm going to have to burn this damn book". (Just kidding). Maybe. Romance novels have about as much place in my reading library as vegetarian cookbooks have in my kitchen. But I went ahead and read it because... well it's my girl Electa.
I do not think this book is romance though. So if you're a guy like me who avoids romance novels like Dr. Phil's fake therapy sessions, you'll be OK reading this. As usual Electa brings us a relatively short novel that is full with story. Four (very tight) college friends reunite after the death of one of their own. It's been ten years since they spent time together and coupling that with losing a dear friend too soon, this makes for some pretty dramatic storytelling. But along with the storytelling there is a puzzle that Electa lays out.
How did these friends, who were so tight in college, lose touch? WHY did they lose touch? What is Bria's secret? Does Christopher really want give up his very successful bachelorhood? As the novel goes on we see the puzzle start to form. There are a couple shockers in this book as well and the last one will really get you. Although I will say that last one felt a little... "weird". Almost like it could have been left out and the story would have been just fine. My honest-to-God reaction when I read that was, "What? Why put that in there now?" I'd like to know what you think about it. Electa's books are always great for book clubs and I would love to find one and discuss the ending to this book.
This book was also very emotional from time to time. The very beginning of this book has an opening that will pull you back to reread after you've finish this book. The scene at the church? Oh good lord, are you kidding me? "Kleenex for $200 Alex". And while I did enjoy this book I will say that this isn't one of her better ones. If you're a fan of Electa's then yes read it. If this is your first jaunt with this author then might I recommend any of her earlier work. And I do many any of them. In my opinion this is the only "hiccup" she's had. Not a bad read, but not up to the standard that she shown in her previous works.


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Lexington, Ky. – The No. 21 Transylvania women's basketball team roared to a 101-51 Senior Day victory over the Defiance College Yellow Jackets on Saturday afternoon at the Beck Center for their 16th consecutive win.
Four Pioneers reached double-digit scoring as a day that began with fanfare for the team's five seniors continued into gameplay as the Pioneers moved one win away from clinching a share of the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference regular-season title.
The Pioneers moved to 21-2 on the year and 15-1 in HCAC play to move within the magic number of one remaining win for at least a share of what would be their first conference regular-season title in four seasons. Defiance fell to 8-15 overall and 7-9 in the conference standings.
The afternoon began with the 2019 edition of Senior Day tributes to the Pioneers' five seniors, forward Kerigan Davis, and guards Macey Ford, Celia Kline, Kristen Hayes, and Taylor Jackson. The five were the first to appear on the floor to begin the contest and lit a spark into the Pioneers' winning chances, unfolding the game on a 12-2 run.
Transylvania continued to build its lead via the outside weapon, hitting 4 of 7 long-distance shots in the first quarter to amass a 29-10 lead after one period.
The Pioneers continued to spread around the ball as Kline, Hayes, and junior guard Ashton Woodard all reached double-digit scoring outputs prior to the half as the Pioneers carried a 47-27 advantage to the break.
Defiance's offense was held in check as the Yellow Jackets shot 0 for 12 from three-point range before hitting their first triple of the day with 1:13 remaining in the first half.
Transylvania began the second half with identical intensity to the opening tip-off, emerging with an 11-0 run which was punctuated with two free throws by Kline off a fast break opportunity. Defiance found its offense following the run, but Woodard and Jackson each buried back to back three-pointers to boost Transy's lead to a 32-point margin.
Transylvania's reserves carried the baton down the stretch before handing it off to the starting five one last time with four minutes to go in the game for a curtain call. The veterans finished off a three-point barrage from outside as the Pioneers connected on 16 of 38 three-pointers Saturday, matching its second-largest output in a game this season.
The Pioneers reached the 100-point mark for the second time this season in Saturday's win as they swept the season series with Defiance.
Kline led the way with 22 points on 7 for 9 shooting, hitting five 3-pointers on the afternoon. Hayes had a Senior Day to remember, pumping in 16 points on 6 for 9 shooting and adding two blocks. Woodard delivered 15 points on an efficient 6 for 7 performance from the floor, and sophomore guard Zenoviah Walker notched 10 points, five rebounds, three assists, and one steal.
Transylvania shot 49 percent from the field while subduing Defiance to 26 percent shooting from the floor.
The Pioneers have one home game remaining in the regular season as they welcome the Franklin College Grizzlies to the Beck Center on Wednesday, February 13 with a 7:00 p.m. tip-off. The Pioneers will enter the evening with the opportunity to clinch at least a share of the HCAC regular-season title.
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LunaBar wrote:I assume Craigslist is the best/only way to hunt for apartments?
If I'm living off campus but want a reasonable commute to GULC what general areas should I look (budget max of $1200 and open to roommates)?
More importantly, when should I start looking? DC seems to be a pretty tight market that loads up in advance...
DC doesn't load up in advance outside of 77H/mass court/similar complexes (they are almost 100% students so that's why they load up in advance). In all other neighborhoods, I'd say 1-2 months out is when you'll find something. It's a little stressful, but people just don't put things up for rent more than 1-2 months in advance, especially if you're renting from an individual landlord instead of a big complex (the way to go IMO).


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Eleven eggs in the first nest, and Jackie is sitting on them, and another two in a second nest. So fingers crossed they might hatch a whole lot of goslings this year. Last year was disastrous for them. We had built a haybale shelter with access only from the water, thinking that would give them enough protection, but goannas managed to raid the nest over and over. And geese in mating season are so noisy! Months of being woken before dawn, and no goslings to show for it.
This year we have built a floating island on the bigger top dam out of recycled panels from a coolroom, with nesting boxes on them and a couple of stands of low electric fence surrounding the whole dam. And we've spent the year getting the geese used to being fed at bedtime up there, then turning the fence on at night. They can fly out over it in the morning if they want, but mostly they just wait to be let out.
The gaggle are fiercely protective of the goslings once they are hatched, but eggs and baby goslings are vulnerable to carpet snakes and goannas and hawks and eagles and owls and foxes and feral cats and dogs, and we've even encountered quolls here.
The idea is goose dinner once a month or so. But there's another flaw in the plan beyond getting goslings past the predators. Geese are one of the nicest and most engaging animals we've ever tried, much more intelligent and affectionate than chooks or ducks. But if we can raise enough goslings, we can trade them with a neighbour and eat his. I know it sounds silly but it just might work


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Timber Ridge provided the XL Padded Zero Gravity chair for review.
Timber Ridge XL Padded Zero Gravity chair
This period has been hot, hazy and humid. Hot here is high 80s to high 90s. Along with a humidity of 85-90%. I will look at the cup holder, and how I used the Timber Ridge XL Padded Zero Gravity chair.
Being left-handed, I noticed the mounting hardware for the cup is on the right side. The cup holder mounting bracket is mounted on a support arm. It appears the support arm on the right and left side are the same. This is not a big deal, but having the option of a cup holder on the left would be nice for left-handed people and those who have lost of their right hand. To read more please click here.


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Hey, transit riders: Quit acting like animals!
That's the message being sent in a new campaign that uses members of the animal kingdom as examples of how humans should act on public transit.
The new campaign called the "Golden Rules of Riding" aims to teach passengers how to ride nice.
While animals are usually pointed to as examples of how not to act in public, Golden Gate Transit officials are also using them to remind bus and ferry passengers of good behavior expected during travel.
It's no fun to ride the ferry while sitting next to someone who's tearing through their breakfast like a ravaging bear. And trying to find a seat on a crowded bus is hard enough without your neighbor's overstuffed luggage that they're toting around like a pack mule.
Signs for the new mind your manners campaign include a bear about to feast on a fish with the message "This is not a restaurant." There's also a stress management sign featuring two foxes in a face-to-face confrontation that reminds passengers "not to act or make comments that could be perceived as threatening." Another reminds passengers to load the bus in an orderly fashion using an example of good animal behavior: ducks in a row.
Other ads reminds people not to use obscene language, talk loudly on cell phones or listen to loud music on headphones. Then there's the simple reminder for passengers to be kind to each other. That sign reminds passengers to keep personal grooming off the ferry or bus -- don't clip fingernails or toenails during the commute. (Really? People clip their toenails on the bus?)
The lighthearted signs will rotate through buses and ferries as the transit agency posts the new code of conduct in vehicles.
Seems simple enough, right? Turn to the golden rules of the animal kingdom and we won't turn into animals.


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Organised for the third time in a row, D-Cat Rally visited Patmos, Leros, Kalymnos and Kos islands between September 10th and 14th 2014. As the only catamaran rally in Turkey, D-Cat Rally is becoming yearly classic.
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With 68 million people (84% of the German population) online on a regular basis, Germany is responsible for around one quarter of all European B2C e-commerce turnover. The A.T. Kearney Global Retail E-Commerce Index 2015 also identified Germany as Europe's second largest online market behind the UK – but with almost triple the UK's current growth potential. In fact, the Verband der deutschen Internetwirtschaft (Association of the German Internet Industry) has predicted turnover to surpass EUR 100 billion by 2020. Combined with an extensive, highly developed logistics infrastructure, Germany is the clear continental leader in this area and offers a myriad of opportunities for international online retailers and service providers alike.
Nadine Litchfield, Senior Manager of Consumer Markets and E-commerce, Germany Trade and Invest | © ecommerce berlin expo 2017 E-Commerce Market in Germany. Nadine Litchfield at ecommerce berlin expo 2017.
Nadine Litchfield, Senior Manager of Consumer Markets and E-commerce, Germany Trade and Invest | © http://www.ecommercecapitals.com/blog Germans are 'Return-Champions', but it is still the biggest consumer market in Europe
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A comprehensive shopping experience, with plants, furniture, water features and garden accessories plus a full range of DIY and interior design products, fitted bathrooms, electrical & lighting, cookware and bathroom accessories. Also incorporates Listers Furniture and on-site air-conditioned tea room. Low Road Cockermouth Cumbria CA13 OHH Tel. 01900 827282 www.lakeshomecentre.co.uk
With 40 dealers in 4500ft of showroom Cumbrian Antiques Centre is a treasure trove of quality furniture, clocks, china, glass, jewellery, paintings and other works of art, with expert advice always on hand. Opening hours: Mon-Sat 10am-5pm Sun 12-5pm St. Martin's Hall Brampton Cumbria CA8 1NT Tel. 01697 742 515 www.cumbrianantiquescentre.co.uk
Pies, delicious cakes, scones and bread are all baked on the premises at this village bakery, which also stocks a variety of freshly-made sandwiches and makes specialist wedding and birthday cakes to order. Opening hours: 8am-5pm Tue-Thu 8am-3pm Fri Meadow View Gosforth Cumbria CA20 1AS Tel: 019467 22525
The largest toy shop in the Lakes, downstairs is crammed full of toys, models, board games and puzzles while upstairs houses outdoor pursuits equipment and kit from air rifles and knives to country clothing, wet suits and life jackets. 10 Museum Square Keswick Cumbria CA12 5DZTel. 017687 75275 www.lakelandtoysandhobbies.co.uk
A newsagent stocking over 5000 titles as well as toys, games, gifts and stationery, and also home to possibly the largest selection of jigsaws in the UK, with over 30,000 jigsaws for children and adults up to 32,000 pieces. Opening hours: Mon-Sun 9am-5pm Broadgate Grasmere Cumbria LA22 9TA Tel. 015394 35627 www.barneys-newsbox.co.uk
A well-stocked traditional village grocery store downstairs, the first floor is home to a cafe that takes its name from the allotment which produces much of the herbs and fruit used in the jams, soups and salads on the menu (alongside locally-produced sausages, freshly-baked bread and homemade cakes). Chapel Stile Great Langdale Cumbria LA22 9JE Tel. […]
Traditional fish and chips and a large selection of handmade ice-creams, with a large terrace overlooking the Glebe. Windermere Quays (opposite the main car park) Glebe Road Bowness-on-Windermere Cumbria LA23 3HE
Beginners and experienced riders are welcome at this centre specialising in treks across the lower Coniston fells with panoramic views of Lake Coniston. Single hour and hour-and-a-half rides available mornings and afternoons. Spoon Hall Haws Bank Coniston Cumbria LA21 8AW Tel. 015394 41391
A working family farm offering a taste of the country on the edge of the town, with locally-produced meats and home-grown veg, plus local products including Heatherslaw Mill flours and cakes, Lakeland Speciality jams, truffles, fudge and sauces from Threlkeld, Burbush's pies and Deer 'n' Dexter from Penrith, Country Flavour Lemon Cheese and Rum Butter from Kirkby […]
A family-run general store since 1920, Twentyman's of Allonby is famous for the home-made ice-cream that lures holiday-makers from Lakeland to discover Cumbria's lesser-known Solway coastline. Opening hours: 9am-7.30pm Mon-Sun (10.30am-6pm winter) Main Street Allonby Cumbria CA156PE Tel. 01900 881247
Located in the former post office at Elterwater, Maple Tree Café is a great breakfast, lunch or snack stop, offering a tasty, good value menu of locally sourced produce, a wide range of teas and speciality coffees and a selection of cakes and traybakes. Open: 9.30-4.30 every day Elterwater LA22 9HP Tel: 015394 37755
Learn to sail, canoe, kayak or windsurf on the eastern shore of Lake Windermere, with introductory courses and multi-activity days for all ages and abilities. Leigh Groves Building Rayrigg Road Windermere Cumbria LA23 1BP Tel: 015394 47183 http://www.northcountryleisure.org.uk/south-lakeland/windermere-outdoor-adventure-centre
Situated in a quiet traffic free lane on the edge of Ambleside and leading directly on to the fellside, this four-star guest house offers non-smoking en-suite accommodation, a tranquil garden, full English breakfasts and private parking. Nook Lane Ambleside Cumbria LA22 9BH Tel. 015394 32294 www.wynfordguesthouse.co.uk
The birthplace and childhood home of William Wordsworth is now owned by the National Trust, and presented as it would have been when the poet, his sister Dorothy and their three brothers lived here in the 1770s. Main Street Cockermouth Cumbria CA13 9RXTel. 01900 820884 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wordsworth-house
Witherslack Hall offers a range of riding and trekking activities with views over the Lakeland countryside and Morecambe Bay, plus residential riding holidays for children and adults with bed and breakfast accommodation available in the 17th century main house. Witherslack Farm Witherslack Grange-over-Sands Cumbria LA11 6SD Tel. 015395 52244 www.horseridingbreaks.co.uk
Families and groups can hire one of the self-drive electric motorboats (each seating up to six) or enjoy the view from a skippered yacht. Berthing for up to 180 boats and servicing and repair facilities for a wide range of models. Glebe Rd Bowness-on-Windermere Windermere Cumbria LA23 3HE Tel. 015394 46388 www.windermerequays.co.uk
Learn to sail, canoe, kayak or windsurf on the eastern shore of Lake Windermere, with introductory courses and multi-activity days for all ages and abilities. Leigh Groves Building Rayrigg Road Windermere Cumbria LA23 1BP Tel: 015394 47183 http://www.northcountryleisure.org.uk/south-lakeland/windermere-outdoor-adventure-centre
Enjoy the Windermere scenery aboard the most popular boats in the Lake District, with three steamers operating a regular daily service between Bowness, Ambleside and Lakeside from April-October. Cruises last from 45 minutes-3 hours, or buy a Freedom of the Lake ticket and spend all day on and around the lake, breaking up the cruise […]
In the heart of the Lake District with spectacular views over Lake Windermere and the surrounding fells, the welcome at this 'mini-Gleneagles' is warm and the recently remodelled greens mean you'll find some of Lakeland best putting surfaces here. Green fees from £25. Cleabarrow Windermere Cumbria LA23 3NB Tel. 015394 43123 www.windermeregolfclub.co.uk
Based directly on the lakeshore, Windermere Canoe and Kayak have a large selection of boats (and bikes!) available to hire, demo and buy, and can provide expert knowledge to seasoned paddlers and newcomers alike looking to get out on the water and explore Windermere's islands (including their own sponsored island, Thompson's Holme). Ferry Nab Rd […]
Cruise Windermere with family or friends with a self-drive electric day boat, carrying up to 6 people. Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm Sat-Sun 9am-6pm (10am-5pm Nov-Mar) Windermere Quays Glebe Road Bowness-on-Windermere Cumbria LA23 3HE Tel. 015394 42121 www.aquaticboatcentres.com
A 5-star, gold award-winning B&B that feels more like a small boutique hotel, with six luxury bedrooms and huge panoramic windows a feature of the modern, Alpine-style design. Lambley Bank Scotby Carlisle CA4 8BX Tel. 01228 513607 www.willowbeck-lodge.com
England's only mountain forest and home to red squirrels, ospreys and more, Whinlatter has miles of waymarked walking trails with views across Bassenthwaite, Derwentwater and Keswick, as well as the longest purpose-built mountain bike trails in the Lake District, including the exhilarating red-graded single-track Altura Trail. Whinlatter WildPlay is a 600m-long trail through the trees […]
Offering a wide range of self-catering cottages in the heart of the Lake District, Wheelwrights' 35 years in business ensure a well-informed personal service in finding the right property to suit every customer's individual requirements. Elterwater Ambleside Cumbria LA22 9HW Tel. 015394 37635 www.wheelwrights.com


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By Craig Woodward - Commercial Specialist DH&Co After a long period of inactivity, we are beginning to see signs of life in commercial real estate at the South Shore. During last week, Owens Financial announced the completion of the purchase of the remaining nine parcels of the Chateau Project at Stateline. Owens now controls all 29 parcels and is free to develop the entire site. This has been envisioned as the major new mixed use development in South Lake Tahoe which will drive … [Read more...]
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Tahoe South Welcomes Home Olympians 3/15
Posted in Ski+Snowboard | February 27, 2014 | By Tahoe South PHOTO BY SIERRA AT TAHOE RESORT Pictured above (L-R) are Olympians Maddie Bowman, Hannah Teter, and Jamie Anderson. Credit: Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort South Lake Tahoe, the small, tight-knit ski community big on Olympic athletes will honor its three USTA team members in a city-wide celebration on Saturday, March 15. Jamie Anderson, Maddie Bowman, who won gold for snowboarding slopestyle and freeskiing halfpipe respectively, … [Read more...]


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Few cities exemplify the cowboy culture of the American Southwest better than El Paso, Texas. It's a city surrounded by desolate landscapes, tall cactuses, and inhabited by independent-minded residents. It's also located just north of the Mexican border, and hundreds of miles from any other large American cities, which can make it feel like quite the lonely desert outpost.
Fortunately there's plenty to do in this city of almost 700,000. Whether you're a fan of outdoor adventures or cultural experiences, El Paso is a wonderful place to do some exploring. Like many cities in the West, the attractions can be pretty spread out. There is no light rail system in El Paso, however, the Sun Metro Mass Transit does have a fleet of buses covering 59 different routes with an all-day pass costing just a few dollars. With so much to see and convenient public transit, RV rental in El Paso is a great way to ensure you have an enjoyable experience.
RV Parks in El Paso
If you're worried about finding a place to park your rental RV, there's no need as El Paso sits on the busy corridor between New Mexico and central Texas, which means there are plenty of reasonably priced RV parks to serve your needs. Mission RV Park, El Paso Roadrunner RV Park, and Fort Bliss RV Park will probably be your top choices as they're quite centrally located. Mission and El Paso Roadrunner are both right off of Interstate 10, so you won't need to drive through the more crowded downtown core.
If you'd like to stay even farther from the city, El Paso West RV Park is located just a bit north of the city, providing a more laid back and quiet alternative to the parks closer to the town. No matter your speed or style, you'll find a good place to set up your rental RV in El Paso.
Exploring El Paso
El Paso might not have as many attractions as larger cities in Texas like Dallas or Houston, but what it lacks in size it makes up for with a unique charm. For a taste of the city's history, head to the Mission Trail and check out the over 300-year-old mission built by the Tigua Indians. It provides some interesting insights into what this part of the country was like before it was ever part of America.
If you're more of an art buff, the El Paso Museum of Art houses some excellent piece of both the classic and modern variety. For live entertainment, the historic Plaza Theater is conveniently located in the center of town and has concerts from various genres along with Broadway-style shows. Sports fan will want to catch a baseball game. Without all the crowds and high ticket prices of a Major League game, watching El Paso's Minor League team, the Chihuahuas, is one one of the best ways you could spend an evening. Home plate seats can be had for less than $40 and drinks are only $2 on Thursdays. No matter your pleasure, you'll be able to park your RV rental in El Paso and find just what you're looking for inside the city.
No trip to El Paso would be complete without a visit to the Mexican city of Ciudad Juarez, just across the Rio Grande River. The dangers of Juarez are, for the most part, overblown and you'll be quite safe as long as you stick to the tourist areas and use your common sense. The delicious and inexpensive street tacos along with unique Mexican handicrafts makes El Paso's sister city a can't miss destination when you're in the area. Also, as long as you're not driving more than 20 miles into Mexico, you can take your RV rental from El Paso without any extra paperwork at the border.
Outdoor Opportunities Around El Paso
El Paso has over 300 sunny days each year, ensuring that a day out in nature is sure to be a pleasant one. Book an RV in El Paso to experience that great weather and spend more time exploring the beautiful landscapes inside and outside the city. For a quiet stroll inside the city limits, you'd be hard-pressed to find any place better than Keystone Heritage Park and Botanical Gardens. With 200 species of birds and a wide variety of plants native to the Chihuahuan desert, it's the perfect place to get in touch with nature.
Just 32 miles northeast of El Paso is the famed Hueco Tanks State Historic Site. It's the perfect place to go for a hike, watch the birds, study the area's Native American history, or do some challenging rock climbing. Most visitors explore the fascinating rock formations and indigenous artwork on their own, but guided tours can be arranged with advanced notice. Camping with an RV is permitted for up to three days and hookups for water and electricity are provided (no sewage).
Lastly, for some fantastic views of the El Paso area, you will definitely need to take a ride on the Wyler Aerial Tramway. Just several miles northeast of the downtown area, the tramway climbs 940 feet to the top of Ranger Peak in Franklin Mountains State Park.
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Tuesday, 26 May 2009
Young Ayrshire golfers enjoy lessons from Jack Nicklaus at Turnberry
YOUNG golfers in South Ayrshire recently enjoyed a masterclass with golf legend Jack Nicklaus at Turnberry.
The 18 time major winner was in the area promoting unsung heroes in the game for the Royal Bank of Scotland and the Daily Record newspaper.
The global golfing icon had expressed fears that too few young golfers were coming forward to play golf, particularly in the USA, so when he learned of South Ayrshire Council's successful running of the national clubgolf programme for primary school children, he offered to host a coaching clinic.
He told the Daily Record: "All the kids here like golf and they hit the ball nicely. I enjoy working with them, even though I don't do a lot of it now."
The clubgolf programme is the legacy of the then Scottish Executive's bid to host the 2009 Ryder Cup – subsequently awarded to Scotland for 2014.
The national initiative offers every nine year-old the chance to experience golf during school time, and in South Ayrshire this year over 1,000 primary five pupils will be introduced to the game.
A small group of children in Carrick were chosen in 2006 to launch the initiative locally and it proved extremely successful.
The results of the programme were on display to the golfing legend as boys and girls took part in an entertaining and highly successful clinic. The Golden Bear admitted that he had 'nothing to teach' a number of youngsters whose abilities were admired by a large group of onlookers.
South Ayrshire Council leader Councillor Hugh Hunter (pictured above with Jack Nicklaus) attended the clinic to watch the youngsters and said: "To be given the opportunity to attend a clinic at Turnberry is an extraordinary opportunity, and to receive it from the legendary Jack Nicklaus really is the icing on the cake.
"The boys and girls were excellent ambassadors for their schools, and I was immensely proud of them. To get up and hit a ball in front of a crowd at Turnberry would be daunting, but to do it with so much panache in the presence of the greatest ever golfer is nothing short of awesome."
clubgolf owes its success to the enthusiasm shown by firstly the staff within schools and volunteers from across the whole of South Ayrshire.
Staff and volunteers at Maybole Golf Club worked with the original group, which resulted in a very healthy number of children progressing to a golf club setting annually and this, in turn, encouraged other pupils who wanted to take part.
Several of the Maybole girls have progressed so well that they are now able to participate in Ayrshire Girls competitions, while several of the boys will have a formally recognised handicap this year.
The clubgolf programme has also benefited from the support of Prestwick Golf Club, who, despite not having a junior membership category, have allowed the practice ground to be used by juniors participating in the clubgolf initiative.
Again, this development has been very successful, with 14 of the original 16 children receiving tuition in 2008 from a Prestwick professional, returning again in 2009.
With summer nearly here and with The Open Championship a matter of weeks away, young golfers are being encouraged to join the new South Ayrshire Junior Golf Club – set up specifically for young golfers.
For more information on this club and for an application form, visit the website at:
All in all, the future of golf in South Ayrshire looks to be in good hands, and who knows - with the Open Championship being hosted at Turnberry this year, one day we may even have our own home-grown champion lifting the coveted claret jug!
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Good works
Who We Support
Supporting our community through financial contributions, in-kind donations, and volunteer hours is a core part of our company culture. We work directly with local and national nonprofit organizations through charitable giving, event sponsorships, matching gifts, conservation work, and plant-related projects. Learn more about some of the 50+ organizations we support annually.
Environmental & Wildlife Conservation
Audubon Society of Portland
The Audubon Society of Portland protects native birds (and other wildlife) and their habitats across Oregon. Near Yachats, Oregon, their Tenmile Creek Sanctuary is a place of extraordinary ecological importance. It includes the largest intact stand of coastal temperate rainforest of Sitka spruce and Western hemlock in the lower 48 states and is home to the marbled murrelet and northern spotted owl – federally listed as threatened. Mountain Rose Herbs helps fund the preservation of this critical habitat.
Beyond Toxics
Beyond Toxics has an impressive history of successes, working for environmental and social justice in Oregon. Mountain Rose Herbs does all it can to help our friends at Beyond Toxics. We donate 5% of annual sales from our Pollinator Tea to Beyond Toxics. We also help by sponsoring their action campaigns and events, distributing timely and important campaign materials, and paying for a portion of the printing of those materials. If you live in Oregon and want to ensure a healthy and vibrant landscape within our lovely state, we encourage you to support them too.
Cascades Raptor Center
They foster a connection between people and bird predators in the Pacific Northwest. Through wildlife rehabilitation and public education, staff and dedicated volunteers work to rehab and release orphaned, sick, and injured birds. Mountain Rose Herbs supports the Center by distributing information and adopting permanent bird residents of the Center annually. We are lucky to have this organization in Eugene, Oregon.
Cascadia Wildlands
A truly inspiring organization in the Pacific Northwest dedicated to protecting the forests, waters, and wildlife of the Cascadia region. These folks aggressively promote a more compassionate and responsible relationship with ecosystems in the land we call home, and we could not imagine our great region without them! Mountain Rose Herbs assists Cascadia Wildlands with substantial annual contributions and event sponsorships. This organization is smaller than most environmental groups, and could use all they help they can get, so please visit them online.
Center for Biological Diversity
Without a complex habitat full of multi-tiered species, scientists unanimously agree that our world would be rendered useless and infertile. Mountain Rose Herbs has chosen to support the work of this tireless organization, which is the nation's leading defender of imperiled wildlife across the world. Their main mission is to secure a future for all species, large and small, that are hovering on the brink of extinction. Mountain Rose Herbs is proud to be an annual financial donor.
EarthShare Oregon
Mountain Rose Herbs is proud to be an EarthShare Oregon Business Member. We have organized an employee giving program that connects our staff with like-minded environmental organizations working to protect and defend the places we hold dear. Through this program, Mountain Rose Herbs generates thousands of dollars each year for numerous nonprofits in the state of Oregon. In 2016, Mountain Rose Herbs owners generously pledged to match every employee donation dollar-for-dollar!
Friends of Buford Park & Mt. Pisgah
This nonprofit organization protects and enhances native ecosystems in the Mt. Pisgah area outside of beautiful Eugene, Oregon. They have a dedicated trail crew and lead guided tours through Buford Park's 2,300 acres of riparian forests, fir groves, and endangered oak savannas and prairies. Mountain Rose Herbs sponsors multiple plots in the Native Plant Nursery each year, including Yarrow, Trillium, and Nettle.
Friends of Trees
Mountain Rose Herbs is pleased to support an organization that has a solid track record of planting and caring for trees. Since 1989, they've planted more than 450,000 trees in Portland/Vancouver and Eugene/Springfield metro areas. As a sponsor of their Green Space Initiative, this partnership is more than just a monetary donation. Mountain Rose Herbs' employees have the opportunity to get their hands dirty to increase urban canopy cover and inspire residents to care for existing trees.
Long Tom Watershed Council
We know the importance of water both for our business, our employees, and our planet. That's why we support our local watershed council. Through education and collaboration, this nonprofit organization works to improve water quality and watershed ecology. The LTWC helps us maintain our pesticide-free campus, integrated pest management practices, and Salmon-Safe certification. Mountain Rose Herbs supports the LTWC as a member of their Business League and the Amazon Creek Initiative.
McKenzie River Trust
Mountain Rose Herbs is proud to be a regular financial contributor to this stellar organization whose mission it is to protect the legacy of healthy rivers within the greater Willamette Valley. In addition to financial assistance, we also sponsor and promote McKenzie River Trust events. If you live in Oregon and love rivers, we hope you'll support them.
Middle Fork Willamette Watershed Council
As a volunteer-based organization, the Middle Fork Willamette Watershed Council provides a crucial service to monitor and improve water quality in our area. Along with an annual contribution, Mountain Rose Herbs is proud to partner with MFWWC on restoration projects and to sponsor and promote their events. We support their mission to restore and sustain the ecological integrity of riparian habitats for this and future generations to enjoy.
Mount Pisgah Arboretum
Mount Pisgah is a nonprofit operation nesting on a 209-acre living tree museum full of diverse terrain and natural ecosystems. In total, 67 families, 231 genera, and 339 species have been identified at the luscious site including several species of introduced trees. The arboretum is committed to using an ecologically sound approach to all aspects of site development and maintenance. Throughout the year, several educational programs are sponsored by Mountain Rose Herbs and hosted onsite at Mount Pisgah, including the Wildflower Festival and the Mushroom Festival. Mountain Rose Herbs also sponsored an interpretive exhibit in the Arboretum's incense-cedar forest, which is slated for completion in Summer 2016. If you are in Eugene, visit the exhibit or donate to ensure they can complete this exciting project that helps visitors make deeper connections with the natural world.
Native Fish Society
The Native Fish Society advocates for the recovery of wild, native fish and promotes the stewardship of the habitats that sustain them. We want our employees and every living creature to have the opportunity to enjoy the rivers and streams that make this a wonderful place to live. Mountain Rose Herbs is a corporate member of this group, and we encourage you to learn more about their work to conserve, protect, and restore native fish for future generations.
Northwest Center for Alternatives to Pesticides
We are proud to support this truly informative, resourceful, and action-oriented organization. Mountain Rose Herbs assists NCAP in disseminating information and action alerts to the public concerning pressing pesticide issues, and in the promotion of pesticide-free living. In addition to this, we make numerous annual financial donations, and we are one of the primary sponsors at their annual event. Check out their website to get printable brochures and flyers on pesticides, lawn poisons, alternatives to harmful chemicals, resources for the home and garden tips.
Oregon Wild
Oregon Wild is one of Oregon's finest environmental organizations fighting for the preservation of our wild and open places and all of the critters that live within them. From salmon protection to wolf introduction, we believe that Oregon would not be the special place to work, live, or play without the efforts of Oregon Wild. Currently, Mountain Rose Herbs is one of their largest financial supporters, and we sponsor all of their Wild Wednesday events in Portland and Eugene. If you love the wild splendor of Oregon, please support this organization.
Pesticide Action Network
Mountain Rose Herbs is a regular financial contributor to this active organization that is at the forefront of the pesticide reform movement. In addition to this, we also donate products to their charity events and distribute pesticide use information on their behalf. We encourage anyone concerned about the excessive use of pesticides to give this group a moment of their time.
Predator Defense
America's native predators need your help. Join forces with a unique wildlife advocacy organization to protect keystone species in our country. Predator Defense works to spearhead legislation, monitor government agencies, and provide information to the public, reporters, and elected officials. Mountain Rose Herbs supports this nonprofit with financial contributions and by distributing educational literature.
Since 1985, WaterWatch has protected and restored water to Oregon's rivers, streams and lakes for the benefit of fish, wildlife and people. WaterWatch was the first organization in the West to seek structural reform of antiquated water laws to protect and restore our rivers. Mountain Rose Herbs supports this important organization with an annual financial contribution. Learn more and get involved to protect the natural flows in Oregon's rivers today.
Western Environmental Law Center
This public interest law firm has a list of accomplishments as high as the mighty Sequoia trees grow and as impressive as the rushing western waters home to our beloved salmon. They use the power of law to defend and protect majestic landscapes, iconic wildlife, and rural farming communities. Mountain Rose Herbs supports WELC with annual financial contributions, event sponsorships, and a matching gift.
Wild Salmon Center
Wild Salmon Center is the only organization of its kind that conserves wild Pacific salmon across their entire range: from Northern California, to Alaska, to the Russian Far East. They focus on river systems that are still healthy and productive—"strongholds" for wild salmon—and proactively safeguard them before critical habitat has been degraded by mines, dams, or clear-cut timber harvests. In doing so, they're also working to benefit the North Pacific's salmon-dependent communities, jobs, and wildlife. Mountain Rose Herbs is a generous supporter of WSC's work to conserve some of the Lower 48's best wild salmon and steelhead rivers right here in western Oregon.
Willamette Riverkeeper
Willamette Riverkeeper has been working to protect and restore the Willamette River for more than 20 years. They believe that a river with good water quality, abundant natural habitat, and that's safe for fishing and swimming is a basic public right. Mountain Rose Herbs supports Willamette Riverkeeper through annual event sponsorship of its Great Willamette Clean Up, a Valley-wide day of community action.
Herbal Education & Free Clinics
Free Tea Party
Mountain Rose Herbs regularly donates organic tea to the Free Tea Party. Traveling the U.S., this free tea house cultivates community, health, peace, sustainability, and genuine human interactions. Free Tea Party started in Los Angeles, California and is based around the idea that serving free tea can create positive change. Look for the mobile teahouse at street fairs, herbal conferences, festivals, or parked along a street serving tea somewhere near you.
Herbalista Free Clinic
Currently spreading herbal support throughout the East Atlanta region, Herbalista Free Clinic (AKA The Herb Bus) provides herbal first aid and earth-based constitutional medicine to underserved populations. Initial consultations are up to two hours long and include the creation of a personalized health program. We are happy to provide support by donating herbs to be used in their sliding scale herb clinic. All funds support the services of earth-based care for underserved communities.
Ithaca Free Clinic
This is one of the few medically integrated free clinics in the U.S. where patients can receive conventional medical care offered by physicians and nurse practitioners and can also receive alternative care from holistic professionals. Ithaca Health Alliance facilitates access to health care for all with a focus on the needs of the uninsured. Health services are 100% free for anyone without health insurance. Mountain Rose Herbs happily supports the Ithaca Free Clinic by donating herbs for their holistic professionals, including herbalist 7Song.
Occupy Medical
Occupy Medical runs a free clinic on Sundays in Lane County, Oregon where people with or without health insurance can come to get treated and served. This group is comprised of dedicated healthcare professionals and support personnel who believe healthcare is a basic human right that must be made accessible to everyone, regardless of ability to pay. Their mobile medical clinic provides primary care in towns in our county whose populations have the greatest needs. Mountain Rose Herbs not only donates herbs for use in their clinic, we also provides human resources via our Paid Time for Community Involvement program for staff.
Ohlone Herbal Center
The Ohlone Herbal Center Clinic has been operating since 1993. They offer wellness consultations and a fully stocked natural apothecary that provides opportunities to learn about holistic health, receive nutritional support, and formulate custom herbal medicines. Student internships are available and all clinic fees are by donation. Mountain Rose Herbs donates organic herbal products to this community clinic.
Olympia Free Clinic
The Olympia Free Herbal Clinic offers personalized health consultations, natural remedies, educational workshops, an in-house reference library, resources and referrals to other low/no-cost health services, and no-cost or sliding scale appointments with practitioners of alternative medicine. Mountain Rose Herbs proudly supports the Olympia Free Clinic by donating herbs for their consultation, remedies, and workshops, as well as sponsors their annual herbal conference.
Street Level Health Project
We are proud to donate herbs to the Oakland-based grassroots organization dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of underserved urban immigrant communities in the Bay Area. The Street Level Health Project not only brings healthcare to the uninsured through their free health screening and patient health navigation program, but they also provide temporary assistance for those with basic needs in food, clothing and support as well as addresses the root causes of poor health by empowering and supporting low-wage immigrant workers to be active participants in their lives, their families, and their communities. Street Level Health Project is working to tackle institutional and systemic barriers to health equity through advocacy and coalition building with organizations committed to building power for disenfranchised communities.
United Plant Savers
Since their inception, Mountain Rose Herbs has financially contributed to and actively co-campaigned with this organization. We follow their recommendations for threatened species and make decisions to either stock or discontinue botanicals based on their notifications concerning the status of particular plants. We sponsor their annual events and make substantial financial contributions as well. Their mission is to ensure healthy stands of threatened or endangered medicinal plants, and they offer information on planting your own endangered herb garden. Become a member today to access their fun website with loads of advice and membership services.
Organic & Sustainable Agriculture
The Cornucopia Institute
Mountain Rose Herbs' mission aligns completely with that of The Cornucopia Institute, supporting sustainable, organic agriculture and educating consumers, family farmers, and the public. This group of passionate researchers, advocates, and foodies promote economic justice for farmers and producers. Mountain Rose Herbs supports The Cornucopia Institute with an annual financial donation in their work to spread information with scorecards and infographics.
Midwest Organic and Sustainable Education Service
MOSES is an indispensable organization for the organic movement and of particular interest to those who live in the Upper Midwest Region. Mountain Rose Herbs is a regular financial contributor for this inspiring organization, and we are one of the leading sponsors of their annual Upper Midwest Organic Farming Conference. Please support them and their work by helping to transform agriculture into a sustainable organic system of farming that is ecologically sound, economically viable, and socially just.
Organic Growers School
For those of you who live near the Carolinas, we recommend connecting with this stellar organization that provides organic growing skills, education, and networking opportunities for those who want to start or enhance their own sustainable agriculture system. Mountain Rose Herbs is a proud sponsor of the Organic Growers School Annual Conference, and we routinely donate to their special events.
Organic Seed Alliance
Mountain Rose Herbs is a regular financial contributor and seed information distributor for this desperately needed organization that supports the ethical development and stewardship of organic agricultural seed. They accomplish their goals through collaborative education and research programs with organic farmers and other seed professionals. If you require information on organic and non-GMO seed types, stocks, and producers, this is the organization to visit!
Rodale Institute
The Rodale Institute's mission truly aligns with that of Mountain Rose Herbs. "Through organic leadership we improve the health and wellbeing of people and the planet." For more than 60 years, this group has been researching organic agriculture, sharing best practices, advocating for policies that support farmers, and educating consumers about the health benefits of eating organic. Mountain Rose Herbs is a financial supporter, and we encourage everyone to learn more about the Rodale Institute.
Rogue Farm Corps
We understand the importance and necessity of supporting the next generation of farmers, so we contribute to the Rogue Farm Corps. Mountain Rose Herbs is an RFC Education Partner, financially supporting farm training programs that offer rigorous hands-on experience, classroom learning, and independent study on a diverse network of family farms in Oregon. This grassroots organization offers programs for both beginners and advanced students of agriculture. Learn how to support their work and how they can serve as a model in your local community.
Willamette Farm & Food Coalition
Willamette Farm & Food Coalition believes that a strong local food system contributes to the integral health of our entire community, and we work to facilitate greater understanding of the social, economic, and environmental impacts of our food choices. Mountain Rose Herbs supports their vision of a secure and sustainable food system in which our farms and food businesses are ecologically and economically viable and all members of our community have access to healthy local foods.
Social Justice & Green Partners
Bring Recycling
Since 1971, BRING has provided the community with creative recycling services through their Reuse Store and community education programs. As a zero waste company, Mountain Rose Herbs relies on valuable organizations like BRING to upcycle our used office furniture and construction materials. Since 2011, Mountain Rose has been a certified BRING RE:think business, undergoing an assessment and consultation every two years to reduce waste and maximize energy efficiency.
Mountain Rose Herbs is proud to have converted to 100% renewable energy by transferring its conventional electrical power usage to renewable energy sources, credits, and development through Carbonfund.org. Since 2006, Mountain Rose has partnered with this nonprofit to support carbon sequestration projects around the world. Learn what you can do to lessen your carbon footprint by visiting Carbonfund.org.
Civil Liberties Defense Center
CLDC's projects educate people about their rights and why their rights are important. They defend frontline activists and expose and confront the persistent erosion of our civil liberties and the Bill of Rights. They believe knowledge is power. When people have the tools and understanding to take action and demand that the government honor all their rights, then grassroots activism will be the best chance of exacting necessary change.
The Environmental law Alliance World Wide
ELAW helps communities around the world speak out for clean air, clean water, and a healthy planet. They are a global alliance of attorneys, scientists, and other advocates collaborating across borders to promote grassroots efforts to build a sustainable, just future. Mountain Rose Herbs is the lead sponsor of ELAW's Global Community Conversations. These public events share the inspired work of ELAW Fellows from around the world.
Green America
Mountain Rose Herbs has been screened and approved as an active and standing member of Green America. We achieved this distinction for our commitment to conducting business in a socially and environmentally responsible manner and demonstrating care for our customers, communities, workers, and the environment. Supporting socially and environmentally responsible businesses is an important step in forging an economy that supports social justice, healthy communities, and ecological balance.
NextStep Recycling
NextStep is a true asset in our community. They provide technology and training to children and adults with barriers while also protecting the environment and community from hazardous waste. We donate gently used electronics for resale at their ReUse Store and also give them broken electronics to be recycled in a responsible way. Recently, we found a way to give block Styrofoam a second life and keep it out of the landfill by donating it to NextStep for their use in the shipping of refurbished electronics. Learn more about this volunteer-based nonprofit electronic recycler.


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I will discuss the importance of impact investing in client portfolios and client relationships and will cover a short overview of the definitions of impact, ESG, SRI, and green investing. We'll discuss incorporating ESG considerations and impact opportunities into investment evaluation, and how to strengthen your relationships with clients by incorporating impact investing. The session will include time for Q&A, and I will share practical tips and resources to use in your practice immediately.


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What makes 'Professional Tennis Players'
by MairaS on January 28, 2014
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Russell Lynes once said, " Tennis is an addiction that once it has truly hooked a man will not let him go", And this quote best explains the passion for tennis of those who want to be Professional Tennis Players. Besides Playing Professionally, Tennis is a game that has always remained an interesting activity for its players on the ground that it can be played at almost any age and with any skill level. It keeps your body moving, which means it has health related benefits too. However playing tennis professionally is quite different from taking it merely as a hobby. It requires a great deal of practice, a steadfast temperament and of course an able guidance of some professional coach, that can help you be a truly professional tennis player.
The fine line between the Professional Tennis Players and any other player is basically their strokes, strategy, footwork and the mental game. This difference arises in the way you practice or play tennis. So here are few workable techniques used by professional tennis players that can help you reach their level in terms of expertise and professionalism in playing tennis. To begin with, practice it the way you want, do plan about what you want to accomplish in the practice session, instead of being in a 'hitting mode' always try to be in a 'focus mode', make sure that all the related logistics are in place, this means you should be mentally,physically and emotionally fit and agile as it really makes a great difference in your performance. And above all follow the routine of professional tennis players, the kind of meal they take, the accessories they keep, dress they wear, and how much rest they take, every thing counts a lot for a good performance.
Though tennis has always remained an in game, yet since late 90's the very game got more fame and won interest of professional players. Few of names of top professional tennis players male around the world include Juan Martin Del Potro, Janko Tipsarevic, Mardy Fish, Tomas Berdych, Joe Wilfried Tsonga, David Ferrer, Andy Murrey, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic. Likewise the females are also showing up in the tennis game professionally. Some of the best players of female professional tennis players include Andrea Petkovic, Vera Zvonareva, Li Na, Marion Bartoli , Samantha Stosur , Agnieszka Caroline Wozniacki , Petra Kvitova ,Maria Sharapova and Victoria Azarenka.
To be a professional tennis player, one really requires to be passionate and determined about being so. While analyzing the characteristics of the leading professional tennis players round the globe, there are certain attributes that can be seen as common in all. These attribute include their confidence, determination, resilience, grace under pressure, passion and a steadfast attitude. So being a professional tennis player does not necessarily require you to have an ample of resources and opportunities. With limited resources and unlimited passion and determination, one certainly can be a professional tennis player.


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In 2008, Author Donald Miller called Dr. John Sowers to come and launch The Mentoring Project. At the time, TMP was a local outreach of Imago Dei Church in Portland. Dr. Sowers moved from Los Angeles to Portland to incorporate and launch TMP. Since then, TMP has conducted mentor trainings and launched sustainable mentoring communities all over the world, including cities such as: Portland, Oklahoma City, Atlanta, Cleveland, Miami, Los Angeles, as well as cities in Canada, Europe, South America and Africa. TMP has grown into a global, mentor training and recruiting catalyst. (Pictured above is John, Don and TMP staff with NFL Hall of Fame Coach Tony Dungy and 2018 NCAA Football Coach of the Year, Scott Frost, at the TMP #EndtheList mentor recruiting event.)
Dr. John Sowers
Co-FOUNDER and president, The Mentoring Project; Author and speaker
Dr. John Sowers is Co-Founder of The Mentoring Project, which he incorporated in 2009 at the invitation of author Donald Miller. His past experiences include: directing an inner-city homeless shelter, teaching as a university professor, speaking in federal prisons and developing international cities for Dr. Billy Graham. John directed multi-language initiatives for Dr. Graham in both Los Angeles and New York, working with over twenty different languages in both cities. He has spoken all over the world, at churches, colleges and conferences, and his work has been recognized by CNN, MSNBC, Fox News and others. John completed his doctorate from Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary in the area of fatherlessness. Zondervan published his dissertation under the title, Fatherless Generation: Redeeming the Story. Because of his work in the field of mentoring, John was awarded The President's Champion of Change Award at the White House. John is the author of The Heroic Path, an experiential rites-of-passage book for men. His written works can be found over at: johnsowers.com.
Dr. Sowers does book readings and speaks regularly at mentor training and recruiting events, where he inspires and encourages people to "show up" in the lives of children. To inquire about having Dr. Sowers in your city, please follow the link below.
Donald Miller
Donald Miller is the founder of The Mentoring Project and Storybrand, an organization that helps people and brands tell better stories. In 2009, Don asked then-board member John Sowers to lead The Mentoring Project, which was an outreach of Imago Dei church. Don has said "John Sowers is living proof that God can take fatherless boys and turn them into men of integrity and excellence, men who lead movements and even men who write books. I am very proud of him, and he is very proud of me." Don is a celebrated author of several books including New York Times bestsellers Scary Close, Blue Like Jazz and A Million Miles in a Thousand Years. He lives and works in Nashville, Tennessee with his wife, Elizabeth and his dogs Lucy and June Carter.
Bruce Doane
Bruce Doane serves as Program Director for The Mentoring Project, overseeing and supporting mentors recruited and trained by TMProject for Police Gang Prevention mentoring. Bruce also directs and participates in TMProject Mentor Moments and engages in other content development and programming support. In his spare time, Bruce enjoys reading, writing, cycling, hiking, campfires and most anything outdoors. Bruce is married and lives in OKC and he writes over at www.experiencethedilemma.wordpress.com.


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Encore Cafe is situated in the beautiful seaside village of Blackrock in South county Dublin. This is the perfect spot to catch up with friends or family over some delicious coffee and lunch treats that won't break the bank. Encore offers a wide ranging European and Irish lunch menu with everything from soups and sandwiches to more hearty lunches that will satisfy your appetite. Open early in the morning, this is a great spot for a bit of breakfast or brunch at the weekend. Encore prides itself on providing the best possible experience for all its customers.
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Greg Clarke is an Australian visual artist, performing arts producer and festival director. Over the course of his wide-ranging arts career, he has also worked as a singer, performance artist, photographer, filmmaker and theatre producer.
After graduating from art school in South Australia with a BA in Fine Art majoring in photography under Fiona Hall and Michael Snelling, Greg moved to Sydney in the late 1980's to pursue his career as a visual artist.
Working from a studio in an old tomato sauce factory in Darlinghurst, Greg focused on making collages and constructions from found objects and images. Many of the images he used came from the old books he would buy at auctions and then resell at the Balmain markets. Music has always played a large part in his life with Greg performing in alternative art bands Pluto in Paris, Kiss me Stupid and Beautiful & Gorgeous. After a number of solo and group exhibitions in Sydney, Canberra and Adelaide Greg moved to New York where he developed his ideas and a concept for a new form of contemporary vaudeville.
Returning to Sydney, Greg put his concept into practice and created the highly successful Sunset Club at Bondi Beach. This was to be a turning point in his career as although it steered him away from being a practicing artist he became a highly successful entrepreneur, creative producer and festival director. A twenty year career followed from working at Belvoir St Theater to producing the Jamie & Vanessa dance parties and the nightclub Spicy Friday throughout the nighties, becoming Senior Producer at the Sydney Opera House, Head of Events in Sydney's The Rocks and Darling Harbor and most recently Director and CEO of the Adelaide Fringe festival.
Much of the success Greg has had throughout his career in the performing arts can be attributed to his visual arts background. Most recently he created the street ballet The Sirens featuring 4 metre high dresses made up of thousands of LED lights, a 10 metre Disco Cuttlefish and Window World an event featuring performances in windows of the State Library of South Australia.
Now based back in Sydney Greg is currently focusing on his visual art practice, returning to the medium of collage he had started experimenting with so many years ago. Although the found material, scissors, glue and varnish and post modernist practice have now been replaced with a Canon EOS, an Iphone and a MacBook Pro as he digitally manipulates his own photographs with a refined new modernist aesthetic.


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Ullmann, Thomas Daniel; Ferguson, Rebecca; Buckingham Shum, Simon and Deakin Crick, Ruth
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Mentoring supports the processes of becoming self-aware of personal beliefs and engaging with a topic of concern in a reflective manner. With new media, new opportunities and new means for mentoring have arisen. In this contribution, we outline how an established face-to-face mentoring process has been 'translated' into an online mentoring system. The paper outlines the design decisions made for an initial online mentoring system supporting mentees to gain self-awareness of and to reflect about life-long learning skills. The purpose of the development process was to detect the essential and the suitable elements for an online version of a face-to-face mentoring practice.
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This is just a quick post because we have been so busy and have just got in from our trip out today.
I wasn't really paying much attention to Daddy in the car on the way home, I was too busy thinking about what I needed to do tomorrow but I heard him mention The MAD's and something about getting me a treat if I were lucky enough to win.
I am thinking that it might be a new car, because he was talking about me having my pick of an "Escort".
This is the sort of Escort he means right?


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$200 Million More Invested Into Right-Sized Advanced Nuclear Power
In this picture taken on Thursday, June 25, 2015, water vapor rises from cooling towers of a conventional large nuclear power plant. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek) A complete SEALER power plant likely would fit inside one of the small cylindrical buildings in the foreground.
LeadCold and Essel Group ME have announced an agreement for a $200 million (USD) investment to build uranium-fueled power sources. Their systems, trademarked SEALER, are designed to compete with diesel generators to supply dependable power to communities and industries in remote areas of the world.
SEALER (Swedish Advanced Lead Reactor) is a fast spectrum nuclear reactor that uses low enriched uranium oxide fuel (19.5%) cooled by molten lead.
The companies involved describe their agreement as enabling "...LeadCold to license and construct the first privately-funded lead-cooled nuclear power plant."
Who Are These New Players In The North American Advanced Nuclear Industry?
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