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Submitted by:
Larry Melego
on Aug 22, 2018
We got Ruger in November of 20016. I had several Labradors that were great upland bird hunters but none of them hold a candle to this dog. He has a great nose and once on a scent trail, he is relentless. At home he is loving and protective. He thinks he is a lap dog. Dave made the whole process so easy. I would definitely get another Chessie from Dave.
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Tori English
on Feb 16, 2018
We got our Chessie girl from David in November 2016. She is amazing in the field. So focused when she is training and hunting. Listens to every command. And at home she is a snuggly goofball who loves kisses. We couldn't be more happy with her!
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Sarah Lafon
on Jan 08, 2017
I purchased my chessie from Dave in March of 2011. He was friendly and allowed us to come to his property to check out our puppy prior to purchase. Perfect land for raising Chesapeake Bay Retrievers Lake on site and appears to be good old fashioned breeder. We love our dog tori renamed Daphne and have been ever so pleased since. She is intelligent friendly affectionate and easily trainable. This dog was practically house trained when we brought her home. Aside from that Dave is a breeder that I trust though we moved out of state I could see us coming back to Pennsylvania in the future to continue business with him. Thank you Dave we love are Chesapeake Bay Retriever!
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B White
on Aug 17, 2016
I got my little girl about 3 months ago the buying part was a very easy because David made it that way. As for our pup she is now 5 months old and what a joy she is. She is completely housebroken, and retrieving 40 to 50 yards on land and 30to40 yards in shallow water. I am very pleased with everything from the buying to working with my pup and would do it all over again even then 6.5 hour ride each way.,
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Cody Salmon
on Jan 03, 2016
We picked up Zeke almost two years ago from Kinkade Hill Chesapeakes and he has grown into a fine hunting companion, whether in the swamp hunting ducks, in the field hunting geese, or in the upland hunting pheasants. He has a keen nose, amazing me many times in the field, retrieving blind on ducks and geese and tracking and retrieving a winged rooster for over 200 yards in thick cover to return with the bird in his mouth. He hunts well with other dogs as I have a German Shorthair Pointer that I hunt with Zeke for Pheasants. I keep Zeke close by and when the GSP is on point, I send in Zeke to flush, it has been a great combo.
Zeke, our Chesapeake, has been a wonderful family dog. He plays in the yard with our daughter and loves to snuggle up at our feet in the evening. He loves his family, and is protective of the household. This was our first experience with a Chesapeake Bay Retriever. We have enjoyed him so much as a family dog, and a hunting companion, that we have contacted Kinkade Hill Chesapeakes to purchase another pup from an upcoming litter. We are willing to wait for one from this breeder due to the temperament and amazing abilities of our dog.
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on Oct 27, 2015
I picked up my pup about a year ago, he was 80 pounds lighter. As he grew he went to work with me every day. I not only have a pet but a friend that I don't worry about taking places he has a great temper and loves everyone. There are also a lot of kids that live around me, it's nice to know he is just another one of there friends he has the best temper and Will not hurt anyone.. Thanks Dave
Submitted by:
Chad Hough
on Oct 18, 2015
Got my first Chesapeake from Dave (Kinkade Hill) 9/26/15. I have owned and Hunted Labs for 18 years. Our was a Light Dead Grass pup named (Decker), the whole experience from meeting Dave and his dogs to picking my pup was great. Dave gave me tons of time to select my pup and didn't mind that I brought a live quail to see which puppies liked birds, along with throwing bumpers to see which puppies wanted to retrieve. My Pup Decker is already swimming and retrieving dead Quail in Heavy Cover at 9 1/2 weeks. Great Dog, I think I got a winning Hunting Dog! Thanks Dave!
Chad Hough
Ford City, PA.
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Andrew ost
on Sep 28, 2015
Well I'm back again, I just picked up my second pup from David and couldn't be happier with the quality of his dogs. Again, he kept me super informed and up to date with the puppies, very kind, and smooth throughout the process. David has my business and will continue to have it. He and his pups are great! I look forward to my next trip back to get my third puppy form him! Great experience! email me at email@example.com if you have questions I am happy to help with any questions you have.
- Drew Yost
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Rachel Vastyan
on Apr 30, 2015
We purchased a a medium brown male pup, who we have named, "Hatch" - or "Kinkade's Flying Hatchet" from David the last week in January.
He is our first Chesapeake and he is hands-down the smartest, most well-behaved and loving dog I've ever had. He only cried the first five nights in his crate - after that, he slept the whole night through. He's been completely potty trained for over a month now, he already retrieves, knows all kinds of commands, both vocal and hand-signal and he gets along beautifully with any other dog he meets.
We take him to classes at a local trainer, which we'll keep doing once he "graduates" from each class - and the trainer cannot stop saying how wonderful a Chessie he is, how handsome and well-behaved. He's the youngest puppy in the class (He's not even 4 months old and the trainers are already using Hatch as a group example and has the class watch how he and I work together.) The trainer also says, "I tip my hat to that breeder, he sure did produce a fantastic pup!"
Before we got a puppy, people - who obviously don't know what they're talking about - told us they've heard that chessie's are stubborn and can be aggressive - that couldn't be farther from the truth with Hatch. Hatch is focused and extremely driven when we're working on retrieves (which will soon morph into duck hunting) and training practices - but when we're just at home relaxing, he's the most loving dog - and that mix is EXACTLY what we were looking for. We've already been asked by several people to stud him out when he's of age, because everyone who comes in contact with him wants a Hatch puppy of their own.
While this is a long review, I wanted to really commend what David Bray is doing with his chessie's. Beautiful, even tempered, all around great dogs. We couldn't be happier with our puppy.
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Dee Brandt
on Mar 17, 2015
This man is one person that I will contact in the future because of his down to earth statement and breeding practices. Finally, someone who does not mince words and states it like it is. Someone I trust and will not no matter what hold anything back when he sells a puppy ever!!! I do appreciate this in the utmost and finally someone that feels the way I do. My God Be at Your Back and Take You Along By His Side Dave Bray.
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Chris Glover
on Mar 02, 2015
Hi, my name is Chris. My wife and I just purchased our first CBR off of Kinkade Hill yesterday. The sedge male we got is beautiful and a very sweet dog, everyone loves him and he seems to be very intelligent for being so young. We are working on crate and potty training right now. In my opinion the most frustrating part of the entire basic obedience. As far as the business relationship with Dave and Kinkade Hill Chesapeakes, I have to say it could not have went any better. Like so many before me have said about this breeder, he is EXCELLENT to deal with. He is down to earth, honest, and is just an all around good guy... did I mention a good guy!?
Looking forward to training our sedge pup REED into a great duck/hunt test dog.
I would recommend Dave at Kinkade to anyone anywhere, breeders like him are becoming a thing of the past. His prices are excellent, he is AKC registered, he truly is a chessie genius.
Submitted by:
Rebekah McShane
on Dec 29, 2014
Hi my name is Rebekah and I got Dolly from Kinkade Hill and it was such a pleasant experience and from day one everything went very smoothly. Dolly is a year and a half old female Chesapeake Bay retriever and she is such a sweet and loving girl!! She has a great temperament, she loves children, and get along great with other dogs! kinkade Hill should definitely be looked into for your next Chesssie!
Submitted by:
C. Scott Clark
on Aug 30, 2014
Recently we purchased the first pick female from Kinkade Hill's summer 2014 litter. My wife and I planned a vacation in Amish country to coincide with picking up our deadgrass Female from David's kennel. David kept us informed once the breeding was confirmed and after the pups were born, providing photos to make our decision process a little easier. We put the pressure on David as we had to have health certifications before flying home to GA. We arrived Friday to pick Ellie out and take her to the local Vet recommended by David. We picked Ellie up and David allowed us to take her to the vet without money even changing hands. We picked Ellie up Saturday morning, swapped funds and papers and headed to Pittsburgh for our flight home. All of which Ellie handled like a champ, no spooks or accidents. Ellie is a very affectionate, loving and trainable pup. She is
exhibiting all the instincts you want to see in a young retriever pup and is well on her way to completing her house training. we have begun to develop her natural retrieving instincts as well as started her early obedience training, all of which she is handling well. Acclimation to the extreme heat down south will take a while, though she is getting better. David thank you very much for providing us this wonderful girl and for making the entire process easy. I would definitely recommend Kinkade Hill Chesapeake's and David Bray to anyone looking for the next hunting companion or family pet. It would be nice if all breeders were as accommodating. Well done David!!! Scott Clark, TIfton, GA
Submitted by:
Chrissy Wright
on Mar 13, 2014
We have had our puppy for almost 3 weeks now. She is very easy to train and very loving we couldn't ask for a better puppy. Mr. Bray kept us updated through email and phone calls about our baby he also sent pictures so we could see there progress. I would recommend Mr. Bray to anyone looking for a Chessie because he has amazing puppies.
Submitted by:
Jim & Karen Dunn
on Mar 13, 2014
We fell in love with the Chesapeake breed over 13 yrs ago when introduced by a friend to his male Chessie.. we googled Chesapeake Breeders and were so fortunate to find David Bray. We brought home a beautiful little girl Sheraton who exceeded everything we thought she would be.. she was absolutely an amazing and very intellegent Chessie. Sadly we lost her last June at 13yrs of age.. We were heartbroken and decided to contact David Bray of Kinkade Hill Kennels and to our delight he told us our timing was perfect and that he just had a litter 3 weeks prior to my call.. We instantly mailed a deposit and couldn't wait to get another female Chessie. David kept us informed with their growth via phone calls and pictures.. He was absolutely the best.. We drove over 2 hours on July 27, 2013 so very excited to pick up our little girl. We named her Nellie (they named her Big Bertha since she was a very large puppy) weighed 12(lbs) the day she came home with us.. She nows weighs 9 months later 80lbs and is perfect!!! Her deadgrass coat is very very curly and has the best temperament especially with our grandchildren.. We are beyond thrilled to have purchased another Chesapeake from David Bray and would highly recommend him to anyone!!! He definately makes sure his puppies are going to good homes.. We would never consider going anywhere other then with David if we wanted to extend our family.. Additionally, she loves loves loves our other dog a rescue husky/shepherd mix.. They are best friends!!!
Submitted by:
Heather Hunter
on Mar 03, 2014
I was very pleased with my experience with Mr. Bray at Kinkade Hill kennels. We drove over 5 hrs to see his pups and their parents after speaking with the breeder on the phone. He is very knowledgeable and straightforward. We purchased one of his deadgrass chesapeakes and are very, very pleased. She is the most affectionate dog and very easy to train. We have only had her for a few days and she is almost housebroken and listening to sit and stay commands. I would highly recommend Mr. Bray at Kinkade Hill Kennels to anyone looking to purchase a great Chesapeake from an experienced and down- to-earth breeder. Thanks again Mr. Bray!!!
Submitted by:
David Campsey
on Feb 25, 2014
I began looking for a Chessie pup last summer. I had seen two dogs owned by Dan Bazzoli retrieving pheasants several years prior and was totally impressed. When I called Dan, he immediately recommended David Bray and a couple of other breeders. After talking to them all, I decided on Mr. Bray and sent him a deposit on a female. Mr. Bray kept me informed from the time he bred his female until the pups were ready for their new home. Never having owned a Chessie, I read everything I could about them. Gracie turned out to be an amazing pup. She is intelligent and loves everyone. She is almost housebroken already and has begun to retrieve. She loves to curl up on someone's lap, but is going to be too big for that real soon. The whole family loves her. I see that David has a couple of females left. If you are even thinking about getting one, do not hesitate; they are the best.
Submitted by:
shane mancuso
on Feb 25, 2014
I had my puppy now from Mr.Bray for just over 1 week. He kept me well aware of how my puppy was doing from birth till I picked him up through emails and phone calls..also sent me pics! My puppy is just about potty trained, so smart and affectionate. My whole family loves my puppy. I recommend Mr. Bray if you are looking for a Cheasapeake Bay Retriever puppy!
Submitted by:
laird snyder
on Feb 18, 2014
I just received my puppy from Mr. Bray and I am very pleased with the entire experience. The puppy I received is a very well tempered and easy going dog and so far is very easy to train. Mr. Bray is a great man to work with and keeps you well informed throughout the entire process. I would very highly recommend him to anyone looking for a great dog and dog buying experience.
Submitted by:
Randy Black
on Sep 08, 2013
David Bray came highly recommended from a friend. As a previous owner of a chessie that lived until the age of 15, I knew we needed to search long and hard to find a breeder that would have similarities to our first purchase 17 years ago. When we found Dave and started doing our due diligence on him and his dogs it didn't take long to find out that our search was over. So we called and got put on the waiting list. The wait has been so so worth it. Kinkade Remington Camo as been everything we expected and beyond, from being a tremendous retriever to a quick learner, to becoming a loving part of our family. One thing I know for sure Dave's dogs adapt to there surroundings and environment quickly and very well. Camo will never replace the memories of our first chessie, but he is creating his own legacy in his own right. I highly recommend anybody that is thinking of a life long companion to highly consider Dave Bray, as he is sure not to disappoint. I also agree with the other testimonials especially how he kept us in formed throughout the process.
Submitted by:
Michael Schummer
on Aug 15, 2013
I had the pleasure of having a dog produced by Mr. Bray for 11+ years and fully agree with the other testimonials below. Fisher's Glenn Tanker (Tanker) was a well tempered dog that was a pleasure to own. When starting my PhD in Zoology in Ontario I was looking for a moderately priced, quality Chessie and I found that in Kinkade Kennels. Tanker was a working dog and retrieved nearly 200 ducks for me from Lake Ontario December - March 2002-2003 and 2003-2004 as part of my graduate research project. She not only had drive to retrieve but also was great on the road, on hikes on the trout stream, in the canoe, camping, the office/house, and she especially liked long hikes in the Alleghany Mnts. After I completed my PhD Tanker traveled with me to Maine, then Mississippi, then Michigan and final central New York. She traveled well and adapted to every new situation, she even figured out poisonous cottonmouth snakes and how to avoid them; never got bit. ABOVE ALL, I found that she was an incredibly smart dog, probably the smartest dog I've ever know. My wife always said, that if she had thumbs she'd be opening doors herself. Sadly we lost her last week to heart failure, but at that it even seemed that she chose when to go (I will spare you the details but it was peaceful and as if she picked the time of her passing). Tanker was a quality dog, produced by a quality breeder. She will truly be missed. Thank you David. No matter the sadness now, the pleasure of owning such a great dog was worth it.
Submitted by:
ryan lincicome
on Aug 14, 2013
I got a great, well socialized pup from Dave in late July. I couldn't be more pleased with this dog, he is already very loyal and quick to learn. Dave did an extraordinary job of keeping me updated of the pups progress. Dave Bray is a top notch breeder with real down to earth views, my next chessie will be from Dave. A real pleasurable experience.
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on Aug 12, 2013
Mr. Bray is class all the way. My female Chessie was the belle of the ball in the vet's office for her first check in. It's actually hard to walk her, because everyone one we meet (dogs included) melt over her.
Very well socialized pup; no problem with cats or small children, in fact its hard to walk her for 50 feet before someone says "What a cute puppy!," and melts all over her.
She's also half-fish; she will enter any body of water and enjoy it thoroughly.
Our Chessie is a joy (though trying, as puppies will be) and a happy, healthy puppy. Kinkade Hill has an excellent breed and in my experience, Mr. Bray will tell you everything you need to know about his dogs and pups.
Highly recommended.
Submitted by:
Jim Bobby
on Jun 23, 2013
I originally contacted David from a referral of an owner of 2 of his dogs. I've had my female for around 6 weeks now and she is awesome. This being my 2nd Chessie I knew what to expect but got more. She has focus and is smart; sit, stay, shake took 10 minutes. Here's the best part, fearless (but not aggressive), observant, and loyal (no big surprise). She has been splashing in her kiddie pool for about 2 weeks and today I couldn't keep her in the Jon boat! She insisted on jumping in after the fishing bobbers!
David is a "dog" guy cares about where his dogs go.
One last thing, she prefers Droid phones over I Phones and hiking boots over tennis shoe!
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on Jun 07, 2013
David Bray was an awesome breeder to go through to get my beautiful female pup. I am from Baltimore, MD so it was a five hour drive to pick her up, and given the opportunity I wouldn't even think twice about doing it again. Dolly, is now 10 weeks and quite the beaut with so much personality and ab awesome temperament. She's great around other people, small children and other dogs. I recommend. Kinkade hill if you're looking for a Chesapeake Bay Retriever, the process was smooth, the pricing was awesome, and David is very good with keeping you updated along the way!
Submitted by:
Jennifer Porter
on Jul 04, 2012
We had a great experience with David Bray. We are very pleased with our dog named Ruger. David kept us updated all along the way and sent us pictures several times since he was born. He is the best breeder that we have dealt with. Our dog is very friendly and mild mannered....and very intelligent!! He is a real joy to our family. I STRONGLY suggest that if you are looking for a Chesapeake Bay Retriever...David Bray is the one you should strongly consider!!!
Submitted by:
Rodney Sponseller
on Jul 02, 2012
Dave Bray is a great person to deal with when purchasing a puppy. He kept us informed from the time his Lily came in heat until the puppies were born. He forwarded us pictures of the puppies almost every week until it was time for us to pick up our "Ginny". She is a beautiful, intelligent,and very sociable puppy. She has no fear of water, and now at ten weeks of age, is going into the lake behind our house and loves to swim. We had a very good experience, and highly recommend Dave to anyone who is considering getting a Chesapeake Bay Retriever puppy.
Submitted by:
Bill Massicci
on Jul 02, 2012
My experience with Dave as q breeder was out of this world. I'm from Pittsburgh it was worth the drive 10 fold to have an amazing smart n strong puppy from an even better breeder. Take advice from a long time Chesapeake owner USE KINKADE HILL NO MATTER WHAT!!!!
Submitted by:
Todd Pieprzyk
on Apr 05, 2012
I bought a Puppy from Dave about 12 years ago. "Ice" was a great dog with allot of drive to hunt and retrieve. She did well in hunt tests UKc and AKC. I would recommend Kinkade Hill Chesapeakes. I had recently contacted Dave when I was in the process of looking for another puppy. Too bad he did not have any.
Submitted by:
jennifer s.
on Feb 14, 2012
I got Lager about 2 years ago. I drove 5 hours just to get him, and I would drive another 5 hours again.. He is wonderful.. The best dog in the world. When I got him I was last pick and he was the only puppy left. I can say that I would buy another dog from him again.. Last pick or first it doesn't matter he is the best Chessie in the world.
Submitted by:
Nora Hempel
on Nov 28, 2011
After an extensive search I found Dave's dogs. Willow is just over a year now, she happened to be born on my birthday 2010. She is not only gorgeous, but everything I wanted in my chessie. I come from a long line of chessie owners and my family agrees wholeheartedly. Dave is not only a responsible breeder, he is the kind of guy that his word is his honor. That is rare now days. Thanks Dave for everything.
Submitted by:
Travis Ruhl
on Sep 07, 2011
Well, Ive waited some time to write this testimonial. My June Bug is now 4 months old and Ive been able to get a very good understanding of what kind of dog she is going to become. As a Chesapeake owner for about ten years now, here's my no B.S. assessment. What a dog! She has everything you look for in a Chesapeake. Shes extremely intellingent, has a wonderful temperment, shows amazing prey drive and has those Chessie "expressions" that will melt you! June is without a doubt going to be an exceptional hunter and an absolute joy to own for many years to come. I like to think I got lucky with her but the truth is my luck isnt that good. I owe my great fortune to Dave. He's the type of breeder I wish they all would be. Not in it for namesake or praise or money, but instead to provide a sound Chessie that Im sure would be capable of doing anything you want it to! Thank you Dave for all you do and keep up the great work. I will highly recommend you to anyone looking for an outstanding breeder of outstanding Chesapeake Bay Retrievers!
Submitted by:
Marc Speal
on Aug 15, 2011
We have had our puppy for about 5 weeks now. Tilt is a wonderful dog and is very intelligent. Dave kept us updated on the puppies and was very kind. I would definetly recommend Dave as a breeder. He has beautiful dogs.
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Robert and Karin leonard
on Aug 09, 2011
Got our Puppies(yes puppies)from Dave 1 month ago.a boy and a girl,they are truely wonderful,loving and very,very smart.almost housebroken and know a handful of commands.Kinkade hill Chesapeakes are great,we've had Chessies for the last 20 years and Daves dogs at Kinkade hill are remarkable.if you live near or far from Southwestern Pa look no further,you found Chesapeake Heaven here !! Thanks again Dave.
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on Jul 19, 2011
We just picked up our puppy a few weeks ago and so far, he has been a very good puppy. He is such a smart little dog and has already figured out the potty training thing. Dave was real easy to deal with and kept us in the loop during the entire process. In fact, I had questions even before we picked him up and Dave took the time to give us some great advice on making the transition a bit easier for the puppy and us. Thanks A bunch Dave!!!
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on May 30, 2011
I am very satisfied with the overall experience with getting my dog from David and am an avid waterfowl hunter. The dog is fearless, easy to train, loves children and is very loyal. The dog has great instincts for hunting.
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on Mar 31, 2011
I was pleasantly surprised to find Kinkade Hill. Chessies aren't an easy breed to find in Western PA and Dave was just an hour and a half away from my home. He was very friendly and he gave me a great price. We are very happy with our pup. She is healthy, active and intelligent exactly what we were looking for.
Submitted by:
Jen Kelley
on Dec 27, 2010
We want to thank Dave and his family for such a great addition to our family; This was my first time working with a breeder and I am thankful for such a positive experience; We made the 7 hour drive to western PA from MD to get a dog at a reasonable price with no strings attached. We take Sam to work with us where he melts the hearts of staff and patients in the hospital and nursing homes he visits;
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jim tatar
on Dec 27, 2010
i bought a pup from Dave and it is the smartest dog i have ever owned. it is retrieving at 8 weeks old. house trained and knows other commands as well.if anybody is looking for a great pup Dave is the one to get it from.
Submitted by:
tim buterbaugh
on Dec 24, 2010
Our pup Sidney was born 4th of July. we had pick of the litter, the wait was well worth it. Mr Bray is a fine dog breeder. he kept us well informed of our pups progress.from start to finish.he's turning out to be a fine dog has all basic commands down pat. sit,shake,stay, etc. working on retrieving now. picking it up pretty quick. very loving and affectionate puppy. we've had gun dogs all our lives this puppy ranks up at the top. if you are looking for good blood lines. Mr David Bray is the man to call. thinking about another Kincade Hill pup this coming fall.
Submitted by:
William Bock
on Oct 18, 2010
Our Dog Callie is 3 1/2 months old... learned all of her basic commands by 2 months. She is a natural born retriever and has been doing 50-60 yard land retrieves, and 20 yard water retrieves for the past two weeks... When the gun goes off she is looking for the mark. She has had no problems picking up any of the birds that I've brought home. I have two kids (17mos and 5yrs) she is their new best friend. She is BEAUTIFUL AND SMART!!! If you are looking for a Chessie, Dave Bray is a phenomonal breeder to work with. He is professional, fair, and keeps you informed every step of the way.
Thanks again Dave for a great Dog!!!
Submitted by:
Pat & Rick Knight
on Sep 19, 2010
We had a great experience dealing with Dave. We picked our little girl Lucy up several weeks ago and she has learned all her basic commands. She has super retrieving instincts and loves the water. If you are looking for a CBR you can't go wrong with Dave at Kinkade Hill Chesapekes!
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Rich Elliott
on Aug 30, 2010
Just got our new puppy from Kinkade Hill chesapeakes and what a great pup she is turning out to be.This is the first time dealing with Dave Bray and it was a great pleasure all around.He was constantly keeping my family and I up to date on the progress of mom and her pups and was so nice to talk to when we picked Hailey up.If you want a great chessie pup and a great all around experience believe me you will not find any better then Dave at Kinkade Hill.
Submitted by:
Fritz Wink
on May 11, 2010
We had a great experience in dealing with Dave Bray at Kinkade Hill Chesapeakes. We were kept informed about the pups the whole way through. I just took our pup in for her first vet visit here locally and the vet commented on what a fine looking puppy she is. I recommend this breeder to anyone looking for a Chesapeake Bay Retriever. This is our 2nd (first time dealing with Kinkade Hill).
Submitted by:
Jason Butler
on Apr 27, 2010
We picked our boy Duke up from Dave this past weekend. The whole experience was great! David kept us updated with regular calls to tell us how the pups were doing and answered any questions we had. We are from Delaware and made the 6 hour drive to get the pup and it was well worth it. Duke is a great pup and is getting along with our other dog and many cats and children. Anyone looking for a Chessie should give Dave a call!
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The Strickland's
on Apr 05, 2010
We chose our puppy January 2010 we named him "Sailor", he has handsome markings and features and catches the eye of everyone everywhere that we go with him. His temperament is mild and adores my two boys and has rekindled the life of our aging Black lab. We not only got a family dog but we have a dog that will be our good hunting partner as well.
So if you are looking for a breeder and "Chessie" pup for your family you need not looking any farther than Kinkade Hill Chesapeake's and David Bray. I know we will be seeing David In the future for our next Chessie.
The Strickland Family
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Mike Waters
on Mar 10, 2010
We received our Pup from Kinkade Hill in January 2010. What a great experience dealing with Dave Bray. His knowledge of Chessies is second to none, and he was always available, courteous, and informative. He clearly loves his dogs and this breed. Our Pup has displayed style, grace, and drive at an early age. Its clear he comes from an outstanding breeding program and an attentive momma. We look forward to purchasing our next Puppy from Dave.
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Rich Janisin
on Mar 02, 2010
Our family recently purchased a male Chesapeake pup (Toby) from Kinkade Hill. Dave kept us informed about the pup's progress from day one. We had many questions that he was more than willing to answer and offered his help with our pup in the future if needed. Toby is now 13 weeks old, has beautiful features, a pleasant personality and a wonderful addition to our family. I would recommend Kinkade Hill to anyone looking for a Chessie pup. Our experience with Dave has been above and beyond what we expected. We can't wait to get him out hunting.
Please feel free to email me for a reference at firstname.lastname@example.com
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Kelly Odneal
on Jan 27, 2010
Working with Dave Bray was a very positive experience. He is not the powertrip breeder (name/breeding right control and puppy selection)which seems to be commonplace with the Chesapeake breed. Instead he is a very honest and compassionate individual whom loves his dogs and wants to assist others in experiencing the same pleasure of owning a Chessie. Kayne is the third Chessie which we have owned and he is fitting in nicely with our girl, Sage.
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Kevin Wilk
on Jan 24, 2010
My family and I recently purchased a pup (ROXY)from Dave (Kinkade Hill Chesapeakes). This is the first time we purchased a puppy from a breeder. I must tell you it was a great experience. Dave kept us updated on the pups progress and answered any questions that we had. I'm just glad that when I told my friend Mike that I was thinking of getting a dog he told me I should give Dave a call. I'm the kind of guy that always finds one thing wrong with everything, but theres not one thing I could say that could have been done differently. I would recommend Kinkade Hill Chesapeakes to anyone that wants to have a good experience and a great dog.
Thanks Dave
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Andrew Yost
on Jan 19, 2010
David was a pleasure to work with. He kept my wife and i updated with information on the pups including pictures. He is exactly what we wanted out of a breeder. He was polite, informative, and caring. He has a super clean enviornment for the puppies. KHC was great experience, I would refer anyone looking for a chessie to David. Our little one "Kimber" is a great pup and we are so happy, I cant wait to get her in the field.
-If anyone would like a reference please feel free to email me at firstname.lastname@example.com and I would be happy to share more of my experience with KHC.
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steven smith
on Jan 06, 2010
I purchased a Kinkade Hill female Chesapeake 10 years ago and she's been the best hunting dog I've owned and best hunting buddy you could ask for. Unfortunately, because of her age, I've had to retire her from what she loves most. I have been very impressed with her hunting instincts -- no matter if it's a goose, a duck, a rabbit or a squirrel I could always count on her to retrieve. Based on these qualities, I have decided once again to purchase another pup this spring from Kinkade Hill Chesapeake's.
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Aaron Bonham
on Sep 20, 2009
We pick up a new Chessie pup from Kinkade Hill Chesapeakes last week, and it has been a pleasant process. Dave has kept us well informed from the first day we contacted him. He has always welcomed any questions we had about his pups and the breed. Our new pup "Jessie" has already become a great addition to our family. We would highly recommend Kinkade Hill Chesapeakes to anyone who is looking to add a Chessie to their home.
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on May 17, 2009
It has been a year now since I first purchased my chessie from dave. She is a great dog all around. Excellent tempermant with kids, dogs, and anyone who comes in contact with her. She is my hunting companion as well as the family pet. I finished up her training by about 8months. Now I continue to brush her up every now an then. I plan to do a lot of water work with her this summer to get her ready for the upcoming waterfowl season. Remi and I entered a puppy challenge(Chukar challenge) in May this year that was hosted by Wings of Challege. She took 1st place in the flushing divison for retrieving dogs. Again, I am very pleased with Remi and the service Dave provides. Hope one day soon to get another one.
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don novicki
on Mar 15, 2009
I purchased my pup from Dave in April 1999 and have never looked back since then. He "AKC Gunners Dawn Riley" has never let me down in the field or at home. He is a big blocky Chessie with absolute perfect conformation. I couldnt be happier. Now as the big guy is in the twilight of his life i realize how much he means to me. Thanks for all the memories Dave The big guy still hunts with me all the time but I wont let him in the ice cold water anymore even though his spirit is more than willing. Someday Im going to want another kinkade Chesapeake. I hope you can help me out but I hope that day is still a ways off.
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Michael Schroeffel
on Feb 24, 2009
About a year and a half ago we found out that our dog Dixie was sick. We got Dixie from Mr. Bray and called him to see if her illness was common in the Chesapeake breed. Dave was very helpful, returned our calls, and even remembered who we were even though we got Dixie from him 8 years earlier. This past January we had to say goodbye to Dixie and called Mr. Bray to tell him the sad news. Being a "Chessie" lover he was saddened to hear this news. He was very personal, pleasant, caring breeder and talked of Dixie's family with great fondness. We recently got another dog from Mr. Bray, we call him Buxton, and we are confident that once again we have another wonderful dog that is extremely loyal, friendly, and a tremendous hunting dog. We would strongly recommend Mr. Bray "Kinkade Chesapeakes" for anyone who wants a dog that anyone would envy!
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Dave T.
on Feb 12, 2009
It has been just over 2 weeks since I picked up my new chessie. The whole experience with Dave was very professional as well as personable and friendly. My daughter and Mr. Bray conspired to set the pup up as a Christmas present for me after having to put my previous chessie down after 10 years in October 2008 (not a Kinkade dog). I waited this long to comment so I could give you an accurate, less emotional account of the experience. The the sire and dam are beautiful even tempered chessies and it was difficult for my wife and I to select a pup, as they were all very healthy and outgoing. The dam displayed NO aggression as we examined her puppies. I believe Kinkade Chesapeakes are an exceptional value for the money and Dave is a caring and knowledgable breeder. I would recommend Kinkade Chesapeakes to anyone looking for an exceptional chessie. Thanks Dave!
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Jason Shaffer
on Jan 24, 2009
Throughout the entire puppy buying process Dave was very informative and knowledgeable on Chesapeakes. I am a first time retriever owner, and Dave has been very helpful with training, housebreaking, and socializing tips for the pup, and making sure I was prepared for this full time commitment. He kept me up to date weekly with phone calls and emails, letting me know how 'mama dog' and her litter were progressing. For a first time retriever owner I could not have asked for a better experience, and I am very eager to see this boy in the field after watching his father easily handle retrieves in Dave's backyard! Jason
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Chris & Mike
on Jan 17, 2009
Our experience with Dave has been "Top Notch"! He was very informative on the breed and overall Dawgie knowledge. He kept us informed on the progress of the litter, and helped with the final decision making on our "1st Pick" female and after having her just a short time, I know we have a winner!!! Her parents temperment is AWSOME and very nice looking dawgs (and it shows in thier litter). If you are looking for a life long companion of a Chessie, then you have to visit Daves kennel and see his dawgs in action. best Wishes Dave and you'll be seeing us in the Hunt Tests! >>>~~~Chris & Mike~~>
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Mary McQueen
on Jul 14, 2008
We purchased a dead grass male pup from Dave and we have been very pleased with Brigg's temperment as well as conformation. We have raised chessies for 20 years and this big guy seems to be growing into a handsome pup. Our contact with Dave in purchasing Brigg was a good experience. He regularly sent us pictures of our puppy, suggesting the puppy he felt fit our situation. In purchasing our puppy I felt confident, after talking to Dave, that he was quite knowledgable about the Chessie and his breeding. Thanks Dave The McQueens
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Ben Campbell
on Jul 13, 2008
My experience with Kinkade Chesapeakes has been a good one. I purchased a 8 week old Chesapeake retriever who I named Remi. Right from the beginning he was upfront and answered all my questions and was very helpful. He also kept me informed during the whole process. He sent pics, emails, and telephoned me to keep me updated before and after the pups were born. I couldn't be more pleased with the pup as well as the service I received. I also felt that his prices are very reasonalbe. Training is going pretty good. From day one she went right into water. Training her now to sit, come, and fetch. She does well and as expected for a 8 week old pup. Overall I am pleased with my experience and would recommend him if you should choose to buy a Chessie.
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Chris Vargo-McCoy
on Mar 21, 2008
I bought a Chesie 8 1/2years ago from David..Even though I did not hunt him and cannot testify to hunting ability, for a wonderful family dog and companion you cant go wrong... Health was perfect, never needed a vet expect for when he swallowing a ball. Great with kids, and protective me.. I would purchase another Chesie before a Lab any day, and currently looking to do just that...
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A New Plague
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DescriptionLady Sylvanas has called upon the Royal Apothecary Society. The Dark Lady believes our knowledge coupled with the newfound magic will provide the key to Arthas's demise. She has challenged us to concoct a new plague, a plague deadlier than any ailment on Azeroth. This new disease will bring Arthas's Scourge Army to ruin.
My studies show that the blood of beasts might prove to be the key. Bring to me 5 vials of darkhound blood so I can test my theory.
Have you collected 5 vials of darkhound blood yet, <name>? Time is fleeting!
You have done well, <name> and I thank you for your efforts.
RewardsYou will receive:
|Weak Troll's Blood Elixir
GainsUpon completion of this quest you will gain:
- 250 reputation with Undercity
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There are so many variables with spinal cord issues, it boggles the mind - you are wise to try to pin down the cause of your symptoms, and hopefully there will be some good answers from the MRI. Your horror at the thought that perhaps your surgery wasn't necessary is one of the psychological hoops we jump through when SCI hits - the questions, the doubts, the sorrow. It doesn't help very much when people try to reassure us, because those feelings run so deep.
Often, the best medicine can offer is to tackle obvious issues first, in an effort to narrow down the list of possible causes - and since arachnoid cysts do cause bad problems a certain percentage of the time, your surgery makes sense. You have good doctors, that's a huge plus. You say you're not good at accepting things, and that's the best way to be right now because it makes you tenacious about finding solutions. If something comes along that you have no choice but to accept, you'll be able to do it because of the steps you're taking now.


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Repair a large hole in your tights by using a technique called "darning," in which you cover the hole with a basic weaving that will mimic the rest of the fabric around the hole. This technique is most commonly used when repairing knitting in socks; you will just need to use the right thickness, color and type of thread to fix your tights in this manner. Find the materials you need at the craft store or the fabric supply store.
Stick one of your hands inside the tights and position it under the hole you want to repair. Brush clear nail polish on the edges of the hole to prevent the fabric from fraying and to keep the hole from getting bigger. Wait 20 minutes for the nail polish to dry.
Thread a sewing needle with the same color of elastic thread as your tights. Bring the needle up through the fabric, about one-quarter inch away from the far-left top-edge hole. Pull the needle back down through the fabric, one-quarter inch away from the bottom edge of the hole directly across from where you started.
Bring the needle down and up, one-sixteenths-inch directly to the right of where you left off. Run the thread across the hole and pierce it back down through the fabric so that you now have two threads running vertically across the hole. Do not tighten these stitches — they will act as the "warp threads" of the weave in the fabric. Repeat this process until you have made warp threads across the width of the hole.
Run one-sixteenths-inch-long stitches back and forth in the fabric on the edge of the hole to secure the end of the warp threads. Finish with the thread going down through the inside of the tights and trim the thread.
Thread a darning needle with the same color of elastic thread as your tights and go back and forth in one spot on the upper-left edge of the hole to secure the end of the thread.
Weave the darning needle up and down through the warp threads across the top edge of the hole. Go back and forth across the top edge three times to make the weave as dense as possible, so you won't be able to see through it and it will blend in with the rest of the fabric.
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Two heads of state have pulled off some shenanigans when it comes to the end of the world. On the one hand we have the recent video put out by Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard telling her constituents that the Mayans were right and the end is indeed nigh. She wasn't sure if it would be through zombies, hellbeasts, or k-pop, but she knew it was coming.
Gillard wasn't the first chief executive to announce the end of the world. Ronald Reagan also chillingly told us that he has signed legislation to outlaw Russia and that we would begin bombing in five minutes. That's right, nuclear fucking holocaust was about to go mainstream.
The question is, who did it better?
In This Corner: Julia Gillard is the currently sitting prime minister of Australia, the first woman to hold the office. She's big on better health care, a woman's right to choose, wishy-washy on gambling, mildly for traditional marriage, and wants Australia to become a republic when Elizabeth II resigns the crown. It's hard to know if she's made history since, you know, now hasn't become history yet. We'll have to see.
And in This Corner: The Great Communicator, the Gipper, the man my wife calls three demons in a human suit, and America's 40th president, Ronald Reagan. No other figure in the politics of the last 30 years can compare to him. He's an apparent saint among the conservatives, reviled among the liberals, but acknowledged by both sides as a one of a kind president whose place in history is secured. The Berlin Wall fell under his watch, as did the Soviet Union, and the effects of his leadership are still felt today decades after he left public office.
The Prophecies: It should be noted that both Gillard and Reagan were joking. In Gillard's case, her video appeared on a comedic breakfast show, and the reference to k-pop being a sign of apocalypse is probably the best clue to how serious she was not... unless she knows something that we don't. On the other hand, the fact that a sitting executive would participate in such a joke is unusual, and lends the virality among the Alex Jones crowd a little more oomph.
Reagan? He was merely trying to get a rise out of the soundcheck crew with a bizarre line. The bit about instigating a nuclear war never went out on the air, but was eventually leaked. The Soviets, understandably, went a little bananas and Chicken Littled to alert for half an hour until they realized Reagan wasn't really about to attack. Considering we'd already almost unleashed World War III: The Radiationing over a $.46 malfunctioning computer chip in 1980, perhaps Ronnie should have been a little more cautious over how jumpy all involved actually were.
The Preaching: Here there can be no contest. Gillard does perfectly fine for a politician trying to be funny. She delivers her sermon with a dry authority that undercuts the subtly of the humor. It's the same kind all-or-nothing performance that made old Cold War sci fi flicks so wonderful.
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But Reagan? C'mon. Reagan's ability's as a speaker may never come again. Sure, he was known for jokes and anecdotes, but he was also known for the fact that he could talk like a damn Cobra villain if he needed to. That lent balls to any and every pronouncement he made because even his jokes had the weight of Hollywood spellbinding.
The Legacy: Even though I can't name a single person who seriously believes that the 21st of December means the end of the world, in ten years our teenagers are going to look back and say we were all running around preparing to meet Jesus. Gillard cashed in on a fad. She did it well, but it will not be remembered.
Reagan's apocalypse was tied into a period of American history that is actually important, and was even released as a single by one pissed off American who thought he glibness when it came to death by mushroom cloud was obscene. I have a feeling bands will still be sapling that sound bite for years to come.
The Winner: Australia beats us in a lot of things. Beer, rugby, the ability of the local fauna to murder you, but no one tops Reagan and the apocalypse. Nice try, Gillard, but a try is all it was.


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Alexander: Chickamauga Lock Construction Funded for Fifth Consecutive Year
Posted on November 21, 2018
Says Army Corps Work Plan includes $89.7 million for Chickamauga Lock, which is $13 million more than last year, and keeps the project on schedule
MARYVILLE, November 21, 2018 – United States Senator Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.) today said Chickamauga Lock construction will continue for the 5th consecutive year under the work plan released today by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which reflects Alexander's priorities as chairman of the appropriations committee overseeing the agency.
"This funding will keep construction of the new Chickamauga Lock on schedule, and is the fifth consecutive year of federal funding for the project. This is great news for East Tennessee since it will help keep up to 150,000 trucks off I-75 and keep the cost of shipping goods low for manufacturers across the state," Alexander said. "More U.S. senators ask to increase funding for the Army Corps of Engineers than any other part of the budget. This year, Congress worked hard to provide record funding for the Corps to ensure we could keep federal lock and dam projects on track, which was important for Chickamauga Lock after the project was restarted in 2015."
Alexander has made completion of Chickamauga Lock one of his top priorities as chairman of the Senate Energy and Water Development Appropriations Subcommittee, which is responsible for recommending funding levels for the Army Corps of Engineers. This year, Congress passed and President Trump signed into law an appropriations bill that included $6.999 billion for the Army Corps of Engineers—a record funding level in a regular appropriations bill.
According to the Army Corps of Engineers Work Plan, the $89.7 million for Chickamauga Lock will be enough to efficiently continue engineering, design, and construction of the lock, which is $13.2 million above last year. The Work Plan also includes $2.6 million, which is $475,000 above the President's budget request, for dredging at Memphis Harbor McKellar Lake, which is good news for West Tennesseans. The Work Plan also makes full use of the Inland Waterways Trust Fund revenues, which are fees paid by those who use the waterways for water infrastructure projects, for the fifth consecutive year.
Lamar Alexander is the senior senator from Tennessee, and he serves as chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, and the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development. For his full biography, click here.


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The Best Week of Your Life
The approach to Moab from Highway 191 becomes gradually — then rapidly — visually dramatic. This is red rock country. Each new road reveals new natural phenomena: the distant monoliths of Monument Valley, the rising walls of Capitol Reef, the hoodoos of Red Canyon or the sudden appearance of Zion's deep canyon from high on the east rim. A week long road trip through Utah's national parks is the best way to stop and take it all in. Enjoy each moment of rest. There's so much more yet to see.
What makes up The Best Week of Your Life? Let's run the numbers for this one: five national parks, two national monuments, five scenic drives including one All-American Road, two national forests and up to six state parks, including the photogenic Dead Horse Point and Kodachrome Basin.
From the starting point in Moab you'll explore Arches and Canyonlands national parks before a journey through prehistory south to Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park. You'll have the option to see Natural Bridges National Monument or save extra time for the Land of the Sleeping Rainbow: Capitol Reef National Park.
Then, things get really, really interesting. It's Utah's All-American Road Scenic Byway 12 from Capitol Reef to Bryce Canyon. More than 100 miles of unique landscapes over Boulder Mountain through Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument and up the high plateau to the amphitheaters of Bryce Canyon.
The journey ends in the desert southwest of Utah, where the slickrock plateau meets the Mojave Desert and the Virgin River continues to create a landscape of fascinating adventure in Zion National Park.
- Arches Scenic Drive
- Fiery Furnace
- Delicate Arch Hike
Linger for breakfast or brunch in Utah's vibrant capital city or get right to this adventure through The Mighty 5® national parks. 300 million years of erosion carved unbelievably dramatic landscapes that look like they were sculpted by giant mythological beings rather than the processes of time. Arches contains about 2,000 windowed arches, towering spires, harrowing hoodoos, and precarious pinnacles on display, including Delicate Arch, perhaps Utah's most iconic feature, which is a must-hike destination in the park. A paved 36-mile scenic drive from the park entrance provides numerous parking areas for trail access and scenic overlooks. Overnight in Devils Garden Campground or Moab.
The 36-mile round-trip Arches Scenic Drive can take about 2.5 hours. Be sure to visit the Windows Section, which contains some of the area's largest arches. In a half day, you can drive all the paved roads and spend a few quality minutes at each inspiring viewpoint.
This incredibly demanding hike is best experienced with a ranger. In fact, you can't even enter the trail without reserving tickets in advance. This labyrinth of sun-baked ledges, canyons and sandstone outgrowths will challenge your agility and resolve, and more than earn you an extra helping at dinner afterward.
When you come around the corner and see the full breadth of Delicate Arch, you'll know why this is such a classic hike. At 3 miles round-trip, the hike is no simple stroll, but it's worth every step. Carry water, hike early to race the sunrise, or stay late for the sunset. Be sure to bring a headlamp.
- Mesa Arch
- Grand View Point
- Filmed in Utah: Dead Horse Point
Imagine wave after wave of deep canyons, formed by the currents and tributaries of Utah's Green and Colorado rivers, divided with towering mesas, pinnacles, cliffs and spires, and spread out over tens of thousands of acres of some of the world's most breathtaking red rock country. Though Canyonlands National Park is made up of three distinct land districts, today focuses on the photogenic Island in the Sky and neighboring Dead Horse Point State Park. Camp in the parks or return to Moab.
This is a perfect trail for newbies to slickrock desert hiking, and one of Canyonlands National Park's most iconic and photogenic vistas. It's easy and short, and a detailed display at the trailhead explains how to hike the trail. The payoff is huge, especially at sunrise.
Simply spectacular. Like Mesa Arch, Grand View Point is a short, rewarding hike with excellent interpretive signage. Grand View Point's vantage is over the distant confluence of the Colorado and Green rivers. It's perfectly clear from here why it's called Canyonlands.
Many visitors find Dead Horse Point State Park to be even more captivating than the views at the Grand Canyon. A visitor center and art gallery provide a wonderful introduction to the park's geology and key features visible from the overlooks. There are also mountain biking trails and reservable yurts.
- Newspaper Rock
- Goulding's Lodge
- Monument Valley Jeep Tour
The large petroglyph panel of Newspaper Rock is on the scenic road to the the Needles District of Canyonlands. It's worth an early start to sneak in a hike here, but be warned: You may not want to leave so soon. Except what awaits is Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, an iconic symbol of the American West and the sacred heart of the Navajo Nation. The rugged landscapes are infused with ancestral spirits, yet they are hauntingly familiar thanks to Hollywood's long love affair with this land. Tour Edge of the Cedars State Park and Bluff Fort along the way. Overnight in Monument Valley.
Native American Indians have been engraving and drawing on Newspaper Rock for more than 2,000 years. Their markings tell stories, hunting patterns, crop cycles, and the mythologies of their lives. It's a great stop on its own or as part of the Indian Creek Scenic Byway to the Needles District of Canyonlands.
Goulding's features a lodge, campground, stores, a restaurant and a museum. It's one part adventure base camp and one part fascinating destination. The large gift shop specializing in Navajo art, jewelry and pottery and there is a small, on-site movie theater, that plays historical features and classic Westerns nightly.
Book a tour of Valley Drive (which you can also drive on your own if you have the right vehicle) or a longer trek such as Mystery Valley, accessible only with a licensed guide. A Jeep tour visits the iconic sites, but is accompanied by a Navajo narrative.
- Natural Bridges National Monument
- Gifford Homestead
- Hickman Bridge + Navajo Knobs
Head north on S.R. 261 up the switchbacks of the Moki Dugway (restrictions on trailers or large RVs) and across Cedar Mesa for a stop at Natural Bridges National Monument, time permitting. Even if you only stop at the scenic overlooks, the three massive bridges are a wonder to behold. Next up, Capitol Reef National Park splashes color for 100 miles through an inviting wilderness of sandstone formations, rock art petroglyphs telling the story of the early indigenous people of the Fremont Culture, and the large fruit orchards of Fruita, an early pioneer settlement. There are miles of unique trails in the front country along S.R. 24 and the Capitol Reef Scenic Drive. With a high-clearance vehicle and a permit, you can explore the backcountry. Overnight in Torrey.
The amazing force of water has cut three spectacular natural bridges in White Canyon. Choose from the 9-mile scenic drive with overlooks to the bridges or moderate to difficult trails, some with metal stairs leading down to each bridge. A longer trail follows the stream bed beneath all three.
Take a walk back in time and learn about Capitol Reef's early pioneer life at the Gifford Homestead Museum and store. Don't forget to treat yourself to a freshly-baked piece of pie — your taste buds will thank you. Open March through November.
These front country hikes in Capitol Reef National Park lead to amazing rock formations and panoramic views of Southeastern Utah. Hickman Bridge is a short out-and-back (about 2 miles). The Rim Overlook and/or Navajo Knobs add 2.3 and 4.7 miles (one-way), respectively, for an elevated 360º panoramic view of Capitol Reef's tilted landscapes.
- The All-American Road Scenic Byway 12
- Lower Calf Creek Falls
- Dark Skies of Bryce Canyon
On the All-American Road: Scenic Byway 12, travel over the high-alpine Boulder Mountain and traverse the Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument. Introduce yourself to the unique communities of adventurous and welcoming folks who call it home. Uncover a sense of prehistory that strengthens the fabric of this memorable road trip. While the destination of this itinerary is Bryce Canyon, to drive straight through would miss must-see outdoor experiences like Calf Creek Falls and Kodachrome Basin State Park, dining destinations like Kiva Koffeehouse, Hell's Backbone Grill and the Burr Trail Outpost, and geologic history and heritage hotspots like Anasazi State Park Museum and Escalante Petrified Forest State Park. In short, if you can, slow down today — even give yourself an extra day or more. And for the best lodging or campsites, book well in advance.
Discover two national parks, the vast Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, and the tranquil beauty of Boulder Mountain along with national forest lands and state parks unlike anywhere else. While you can complete the whole drive on one scenic three-hour tour, even a four-day itinerary only cracks the surface.
At the lower falls of Calf Creek, a clear stream descends 126 feet into a pool, where happy folks take a swim after a 3-mile hike that is relatively flat, but frequently very sandy. It's 6 miles total, and a great introduction to the Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument.
As an accredited International Dark Sky Park, Bryce Canyon is the ultimate place to experience the splendor of the night sky. Protected by a special force of park rangers and volunteer Utah astronomy enthusiasts, Bryce Canyon is known as the last grand sanctuary of natural darkness and has one of the nation's oldest astronomy programs.
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- Queens Garden to Navajo Trail
- Zion-Mt. Carmel Drive and Hikes
- Emerald Pools Trail
Bryce Canyon National Park is a series of natural amphitheaters sunk into pink cliffs and filled with delicate red rock "hoodoos." The most brilliant hues of the park come alive with the rising and setting of the sun. Summertime offers a myriad of walking and hiking trails and a 37-mile scenic drive overlooking incredible vistas (with a summer shuttle option to avoid driving in traffic). Historic Bryce Canyon Lodge's location within the park means great access to the sites, hikes and starry skies of the park. Overnight in the lodge or Bryce Canyon City.
This must-hike trail descends from the rim at Sunrise Point down to the floor of Bryce Canyon past Gulliver's Castle and Queen Elizabeth herself. Close the loop on Navajo and visit favorite hoodoo formations such as Wall Street and Twin Bridges. One of the best 3-mile hikes anywhere.
The Zion-Mount Carmel stretch of S.R. 9 mixes one part stunning scenic byway and one part feat of engineering. The great state of Utah doesn't want to brag, but this is one of the most spectacular dives in the world, plain and simple. Zion National Park fees apply.
Outside of Angels Landing, it doesn't get much more classic than the Emerald Pools. There are three Emerald Pools — Upper, Middle and Lower — and visitors may choose from as many trails. For families with young children, stick to the 1.2-mile round-trip loop to the Lower Pool.
- Observation Point
- Orderville Canyon
- Kolob Canyons
Zion translates to "The Promised Land." For you that means some of the most spectacular hiking of your lifetime and impossibly beautiful landscapes you will never forget. Carved by water and time beyond the stretch of the imagination, Zion National Park is a sanctuary of the highest natural order. While many visitors opt for the popular Angels Landing or Riverside Walk/Gateway to the Narrows, hikers looking for a little less traffic will seek out Hidden Canyon, the longer and more strenuous Observation Point, or even a visit to the Kolob Canyons section of the park. If you're looking for a little more adventure, consider hiring a local outfitter and guide well in advance and plan for an unforgettable canyoneering experience in the moderately technical Orderville Canyon.
This trail offers a long and steep climb from the floor of Zion Canyon to the rimrock that soars high above it. Observation Point itself is perched high above Zion Canyon and is the most accessible of the rimrock overlooks that line the canyon wall. This hike is 8 miles round-trip.
Canyoneers love this technical day hike through a desert slot canyon that takes you into the heart of Zion. Often called The Narrow's little sister, Orderville Canyon is just as beautiful, but with an additional technical aspect. It's one of the easiest technical canyons in the Zion area, but it still demands respect. Photo courtesy Chris M Morris.
The Kolob Fingers Road Scenic Byway (5 miles one way) in the northwestern corner of Zion National Park accesses the dramatic desert landscape associated with the main section of the park: towering colored cliffs, narrow winding canyons, forested plateaus and great trails, but fewer visitors.


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2nd "Bollywood and Multicultural Dance Festival"
Under the aegis of the Ministry of Culture and Sports
and the International Dance Council (CID – UNESCO)
19 – 22 June 2014 at "Dora Stratou" Theatre
Flood of people at the 2nd Bollywood and Multicultural Dance Festival
Amazing moments at Dora Stratou theatre, an 'oasis' of culture in the center of Athens
The participation at the 2nd Bollywood and Multicultural Dance Festival surpassed any other previous matter where not only the seats of Dora Stratou Theatre were overfilled, on Saturday and Sunday 21 & 22 June, but they all danced together at the end of the Shows. With the participation of almost everyone in the audience and of the 200 dancers the show turned into a large flash mob, that made the whole theatre "pulse" in the rhythms of Bollywood Music.
The highly anticipated festival attracted hundreds of friends of dance, who enjoyed high quality moments and combinations of different dance and music styles, that united cultures. The dancers from America, Portugal, Turkey, Armenia, Italy, Spain, India and many other countries and Greece, impressed with their dance performances. Especially for the Festival events many original choreographies were prepared and executed.
For the first time in Greece, in the limits of the festival, an International Bollywood Dance competition was organized and several awards and distinctions were received. The First prize was won by "D(on't) S(top) D(ancing)", the second by "Bonfire Crew" of the Boogaloo dance school and the third by the dance team "Keep Dancing". The awards were meted by the President of the International Dance Council (Conseil International de la Danse) CID – Unesco dr. Alkis Raftis, the 1st Secretary of the Indian Embassy Mr. Rack Verma and the Vice-president of the Indo – Hellenic Society for Culture and Development Mr. Antonis Papadopoulos.
The organizers stated:
"We have experienced intense moments with our guests from Greece and abroad. We thank the Ministry of Culture and Sports and the International Dance Council (CID-Unesco), under the aegis of whom our events took place, as well as all our sponsors for their support in this event that brought together people, cultures and traditions. It was confirmed in this way, our belief that dance unites people and cultures and that there are no boundaries, stereotypes and limits.
We are renewing our "date" with the Athenian public for the June of 2015, at the 3rd "Bollywood and Multicultural Dance Festival". We will see you then!!!"


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DETROIT - Ford Motor Co. announced three more engines with the company's patented EcoBoost fuel-saving technology are scheduled to be launched by the end of the year. By 2013, Ford expects to be producing approximately 1.5 million EcoBoost engines globally, about 200,000 more than originally expected.
The next three EcoBoost engines include:
- 1.6L four-cylinder to be offered in the European C-Max people mover.
- 2.0L four-cylinder for the next-generation Ford Explorer SUV and Edge CUV.
- 3.5L V-6 for the F-150.
The three new engines will increase the number of global nameplates available with EcoBoost to 11.
EcoBoost technology combines direct fuel injection, variable cam timing and turbocharging to reduce fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and cut vehicle weight, while giving drivers the performance of a bigger engine.
Researchers are studying ways to further downsize future EcoBoost engines, while preserving performance and raising fuel economy. Ford could develop EcoBoost engines smaller than 1.6L, according to Barb Samardzich, Ford's vice president of powertrain engineering.


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It's the ultimate high-school girl's fantasy. You're on a Hollywood soundstage, surrounded by a hairdresser, makeup artists and racks of beautiful clothes. An MTV camera crew follows you as you shoot a commercial for which you're getting paid big bucks.
Welcome to the world of Hayden Panettiere, who's been in front of the cameras since her first audition for a commercial at 8 months old, "before she could even sit up straight," says her mom, Lesley Vogel. Panettiere, who turns 18 on August 21, stars on the NBC hit Heroes as Claire Bennet, the character who inspired the catchphrase "Save the cheerleader, save the world."
At this Sunday-morning shoot, Hayden is joined by her 12-year-old brother, Jansen, who's followed her into show business. In the Nickelodeon movie The Last Day of Summer (premiering this Friday at 8 pm/ET) he plays a boy who so dreads going to school that he wishes Labor Day would last forever.
During her summer hiatus, Hayden worked on the movie Fireflies in the Garden, starring Julia Roberts. Shooting the film meant she had to postpone plans to make a feature with Jansen. They plan to revive that project next summer. As they sit down to talk with TV Guide, Hayden — at her mother's prompting — starts to interview her brother.
Hayden: Why are you so handsome?
Jansen: 'Cause I got good genes from my mom.
Hayden: You are hurting Dad's feelings.
Jansen: [To his father, Skip, who is also at the shoot] Dad, you gave me a very balanced body. [To Hayden] Now, why are you so gorgeous?
Hayden: Because I am related to you. Why did you get the dark skin and the dark eyes?
Jansen: It is a lot harder for me because [Hollywood] likes blond, blue-eyed kids.
Hayden: No one wants him to play white. He is doing a feature film, The Perfect Game....
Jansen: I play a Hispanic baseball player from the 1950s.
Hayden: What's your character like in The Last Day of Summer?
Jansen: I don't think he is extremely... energized? How do you say it?
Hayden: Energetic. You, by the way, are very energetic.
Jansen: Thank you for noticing. My character does not have the electricity that I have. During the film his confidence gets a total boot.
Hayden: Boot! You mean boost.
Jansen: Oh my god. I can't work with her. [To his mother] Mom, Hayden is picking on me.
Hayden: I am just correcting his grammar. [Mom shoots them a look and they quickly get back to the "interview."]
TV Guide: How would you describe your relationship?
Jansen: We still fight, we still argue and stuff.
Hayden: I can still beat him in a fight.
Jansen: When I turn 14, dude, I'll beat the shiitake mushrooms out of you.
Hayden: Bring it on. [They both look at their mother and realize they'd better get back on track.] What is it like having me as a sister?
Jansen: An inspiration.
Hayden: What is it like having a sister that is on a hit show?
Jansen: All my friends are jealous.
Hayden: I mean what is it like having your photograph taken with her when you are walking down the street with the dogs and when you want to be left alone?
Jansen: She gets me a little more noticed; she gets me in magazines. She gives me a kick-start. With The Last Day of Summer, they will notice me more because she is my sister. It is almost like you are looking in a book, and the bookmark is my sister and she is basically showing me, she is able to push me out there. She helps me tremendously.
TV Guide: Heroes and The Last Day of Summer both demand tremendous physicality.
Hayden: It is a blast. I always love doing my own stunts. Being on the set of Heroes keeps me in shape. I don't have time to go to the gym and I don't have a chance to be on teams anymore, so anything I get to do that is physical is a blast.
TV Guide: Were you on teams in high school?
Hayden: I played softball, volleyball, I was a swimmer, a gymnast.... I was really big into sports.
Jansen: Hayden was a cheerleader.
Hayden: I cheered once! It was in middle school, such a long time ago. I was never really a cheerleader but I did do gymnastics, and cheerleading has a lot to do with gymnastics.
Jansen: I play soccer, baseball and I skateboard. My biggest sport now is golf. I won three tournaments. I shoot from junior tees, usually in the mid-80s. A couple of days ago, I shot 81.
TV Guide: Hayden, what have you learned from your brother?
Hayden: He is a very balanced child. He has a heart of gold and would never wish bad on anyone. Sometimes I need to take a lesson from him. He keeps his cool really well. Watching him, because he is such a kid, you realize sometimes how down you are and for absolutely no reason. I guess it is just that it is very difficult for kids in this business. It is an adult world and people think kids should be seen and not heard, which is the most disgusting thing I have ever heard. People do not give kids the credit they deserve. Kids in this business work their butts off. Not only are they doing the job of acting, they are going to school every day.
TV Guide: Do you think people gave you the credit you deserve?
Hayden: No. Never. Kids don't get credit. It is like our [acting] involves no talent.
Jansen: I am exactly on the same page as Hayden. People don't give us respect, which really pisses me off.
TV Guide: The second season of Heroes started production this week. I understand you get a new boyfriend?
Hayden: It has been fabulous. His name is Nicholas D'Agosto (see related Q&A). He is really fun and sweet. He is not my boyfriend yet; he is a new guy who is turning into a friend. The season opens four months after we last saw them and a lot has happened and there are big pieces of the puzzle we need to figure out. We have no idea if Peter [Milo Ventimiglia] or Nathan [Adrian Pasdar] are alive or dead. We still don't know.
TV Guide: Now that you are back at work, do you have a strict curfew when you go out with your real-life boyfriend, [Laguna Beach star] Stephen Colletti?
Hayden: My mom is tough. She has never let me go on a trip with my friends. She has never let me go on a spring break. It is a bummer. My curfew used to be 12:30, now it is 1 or 1:30. Sometimes I hit traffic — in the three blocks home [Laughs] — and I am a little late. By 1:30, I am ready for bed anyway.
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Tips for keeping your home secure whilst on holiday
The festive season is in full swing and a lot of people will be travelling with their loved ones meaning that homes will be left vacant for a good few days or even weeks. Nothing more heart-breaking than returning to a ransacked home which is why we advise that you do your utmost best to secure your home before going on holiday.
Below are some of the quick measures to ensure your home is protected from criminals while you are away on holiday:
Keeping up appearances… Pretend, pretend.
Creating the illusion of presence is a good way to ensure that your home doesn't fall victim to a break-in during your absence. Get your friends to play tag-team by popping by and switching on different lights or emptying your post box etc. to create the impression that someone is home.
If you don't have the luxury of a 'tag-team', we suggest that you suspend your newspaper subscription, and set alarm clocks or radios to turn on at regular intervals as a distraction to opportunists.
Oh and before you shout it from the rooftops, remember that word spreads fast… so you may only want to share your holiday plans with those you trust.
Ring the alarm!
There is nothing like the unexpected sound of an alarm to throw a criminal off his game and attract the attention of others. Do regular checks on your alarm system to make sure it's fit for the job – but be sure to give your security company the heads up to avoid false alarms. And don't forget to let them know you'll be away so they can closely guard your house till you get back.
Lock up!
Before you head for the hills, be sure to give your home a thorough once-over and remove all valuables from plain sight. Reduce temptation – don't leave your laptops, keys and mobile phones lying around as an open invite to burglars. In simple terms, if it's of irreplaceable value then lock it up safely.
Power down…
You've protected your home against criminal threats, but what about other potential hazards? Unplug your appliances and electrical equipment before you head off, but make sure you're not (accidentally) disconnecting any alarm or backup systems. Who wouldn't want to return to a lower electricity bill or rest easy knowing that the effects of unexpected power surges or unwelcome storm activity are limited?
Hire a house-sitter
Your house is like your baby, so why not get a sitter for it while you're away? That way you can have actual human presence there to act as a significant deterrent to would-be criminals. This will also help you avoid having to deal with false alarms and unforeseen events like defrosted freezers as a result of unexpected power cuts. Don't forget to kit your house-sitter out with all the necessary emergency contact numbers as well as brief them fully on how to manage the alarm, the trip switch and all locks and keys before you set off on your holiday.
To completely enjoy peace of mind this festive season, make sure you have put up impenetrable security measures in your home. Should you be concerned about additional risks that could tempt you to cut your holiday shorter than expected, you can opt to take out a home insurance cover as an emergency plan. Happy Festive Season!


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Monthly Mural Wrap: A Dozen Tags for March, 2014 | KCET
Monthly Mural Wrap: A Dozen Tags for March, 2014
From the words of poets, to the streets of Skid Row, and a visitor from abroad, murals are still storytellers with some bite, and allows March to roar in like a political lion. Here is this month's sampling of mural news, including works with meaning and social context.
There are changes being made to the mural at Third and Main, the subject of previous posts asking what is an ad, and what is art. The city has been quiet, but district offices and departments are aware, and making decisions about the walls that are challenging to the spirit of the mural ordinance.
When artists Barbara Carrasco and Sandy Rodriguez led a mural workshop at the 2014 Tomás Rivera Conference, held at University California, Riverside, they used feminism and grace to raid the campus, and stories and technique with inland mural-nistas. Starting with a monochrome image of the late Tomás Rivera, near a road through the Texas landscape (painted by Carrasco), workshop participants added images that represented Rivera's life, telling the story of his path from a child of the fields, then as a renowned Chicano poet and author. Rivera passed away in 1984 while chancellor of UCR.
On Sunday, March 23, Scripps College will host "Picturing Mexico Symposium" and dive into the works of Alfredo Ramos Martínez, the forgotten Los Angeles muralist, currently being exhibited at the Pasadena Museum of California Art through April 20. Topics include "Making Religion Modern: Alfredo Ramos Martínez and his Contemporaries" by curator Amy Galpin; "Conserving Alfredo Ramos Martínez's The Flower Vendors" by Aneta Zebala, Art Conservator; and a look at printmaking with "The Role of Maria Sodi de Ramos Martínez" by Mary Goodwin, Associate Professor of Art History, University of Alaska, Fairbanks. There will be a panel discussion moderated by former L.A. Times art critic Suzanne Muchnic. It's free, and open to the public, but RSVPs are requested.
At L.A. Letters, here at KCET.org, Mike Sonksen did some prose to reintroduce Angelenos to muralist Richard Wyatt.
The Westside, South L.A., and Miracle Mile are the final March locations for the free Metro Artists Workshops that give public artists information on how apply for upcoming projects. Reservations are required.
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Street signage becomes commentary with "Skid Row Super Mural," by Winston Death Squad, Wild Life, Chris Como, Azure, and Tre, as conceived by "General" Jeff, founder of the Skid Row's community activist group Issues and Solutions. In a (long) video leading up to the painting of the piece, Jeff says the mural will become a landmark: "People gonna come from all over the world to check out our skid row sign. You watch." The typographic use white on green, and the city's seal, are smart details that make a powerful statement in this site-specific work. The final message in the video is Blaze lobbying for Skid Row to be the official name of the neighborhood, not Central City East. If it becomes a series, additional signage could be one of the better art installations done in Skid Row.
At the Social Public Art and Resource Center, guest muralist from Scotland, Richie Cumming, painted "Birds Don't Recognize Borders" in the parking lot wall of SPARC. It's a response to the changes in his homeland that has the artist comment about border politics around the globe, he said while working on-site. "The people of Scotland will be voting in September, deciding if they want to still want to be part of the UK, or to be an independent country." Richie's research was also about using online media to cross borders. The artist used social networking to find mural enclaves that would welcome this sort of social and political discourse, and the road led to Venice. (And the beach weather may have been a factor for the Scottish Winter bird's migratory visit).
"Jeff Koons was in town this week for a conversation with John Waters. He said many things, and didn't talk about other things, and all I could think about was painting about the things he didn't discuss," wrote Ramiro Gomez on Facebook. Which means some art would soon follow as a response. In came "Carmelina cleaning in the Jeff Koons exhibition." Plus: It's the last weekend for his first solo gallery exhibition at Chinatown's Charlie James Gallery, "Domestic Scenes" (through March 8). And his large painting, "No Splash," was acquired by the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego and will in the upcoming exhibition "Prospect 2014."
The future of art in Los Angeles is the topic at Flower Pepper Gallery in Pasadena on March 15 (1 p.m.). The one hour chat is moderated by Daniel "The World's Most Adorable Art Critic" Rolnik, and the future will be heard by Mat "Coagula" Gleason, Marlene "Picard Pick Art" Picard, Jim "Stay Up!" Daichendt, A." Installation Mag " Moret, and Khoi "Arrested Motion" Nguyen.
Plastic Jesus installation "Hollywood's Best Kept Secret" attracted media attention for its commentary on drugs in the industry. "The inspiration for much of my street art comes from news and current affairs, so timing is hugely important. And although I never wished the piece to spoil anyone's enjoyment of the Awards, hopefully the timing would make them think about the issue," said the street artist.
A mural titled "A shenere un besere velt" was defaced, then had an additional tag become counter commentary, according to Jewish Journal. "We invite those responsible for the slogan-painting to meet with us to discuss far more effective ways of encouraging progress toward a lasting peace between the Israeli and Palestinian states and their peoples," said Ruth Judkowitz, chair of the Los Angeles affiliate of Workmen's Circle, whose headquarters are housed in the building with the mural. Eliseo Art Silva is the artist, and the title translates into the Yiddish phrase "A more beautiful and better world," according to the Mural Conservancy of Los Angeles. Kevin Stricke wrote about the mural in January for KCET.
It's no real secret I have been doing a bulk of art reporting and commentary from Las Vegas. To show I'm hanging with a rough crowd, my image -- for what it's worth -- is one of the portraits on tapestry by L.A.-based artist Kent Anderson Butler. It's part of the current exhibition, "Avant-Kitsch," at Amanda Harris Gallery of Contemporary Art in downtown Las Vegas. The new works by Butler, who was profiled at ArtBound in December 2012, features regional artists and arts writers, including Mat Gleason and video artist Bill Viola. My "Hey, I'm a mural" glee was adjusted by a family member who requested the massive tapestry be recreated in smaller scale, suitable for purchase. "I need a tortilla warmer," said the smarty-pants cousin. Not funny. (O.K., it is).
Above: UCR students Kaylee Adamski and Aurora Godinez waiting to reveal the workshop mural on Tomás Rivera I Photo: viewfromaloft
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