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In the generality of cases, there are no restrictions on foreigners owning property in Italy. However, while the buying process is relatively straightforward it does differ to many other countries. Be prepared by obtaining an Italian tax code number, codice fiscale , from local authorities and then opening an Italian bank account.
Reliable and experienced advice is crucial. Conveyancing will be overseen by a notary, notaio. The notary is a public official who is independent and impartial; they will register the sale, make sure that conveyancing is taken care of according to law and will also collect the relevant taxes on behalf of the Government. The buyer is able to choose a notary they wish to work with. Although all the paperwork required for a property transaction is undertaken by the estate agent and the notary, many buyers will choose to appoint their own lawyer as well to ensure the paperwork is in order and all the correct searches have been done.
A surveyor, geometra, will conduct a survey and all searches on the property. A survey is not a legal necessity in Italy but highly recommended, and choosing a surveyor with good knowledge of the local planning area and Council is advisable.
There are four main ways to own Italian property, each with their own features, advantages and tax implications: direct ownership; ownership through an Italian special purpose vehicle (SPV; ownership through a foreign SPV; and ownership through a non-resident or a resident trust.
These include: IMU (Imposta Municipale Unica – unified municipal tax), the main property tax set by the local authority. Generally speaking, it is payable by the owner of the property and levied at varying rates between 0.46 and 1.06% of the tax base, depending on location and property type. For buildings, the tax base for IMU is the cadastral value of the property, increased by 5% and multiplied according to the cadastral specification of the property (e.g. luxury, standard or economic dwellings: the standard multiplier for residential estates is 160). For agricultural land, the tax base is calculated by taking its official rental income (reddito domenicale), increasing it by 25% and multiplying it by either 75 or 135, depending on whether the land is cultivated or not. For each specific situation, tax exemptions or deductions may apply. TASI is a council tax on local services. If the property is let, it is partly payable by the tenant (a share between 10 and 30% of the total charge). The tax base for TASI is determined in the same way as IMU and the rate of the two charges combined cannot exceed 1.14%. TARI, council tax on waste collection, is payable by the occupant of the property. It is determined by each municipality according to the cost of refuse and recycling management. IMU, TASI and TARI are often jointly referred to as IUC – Imposta Unica Comunale.
As with much of mainland Europe, buying costs in Italy are higher than the UK and differ depending on whether the purchase is a holiday/investment home or a primary residence. As a very general rule, budget for up to 15% of the purchase price, though the costs could be considerably lower. Some fees are fixed while others are a percentage of the purchase price or cadastral value. As mentioned earlier, the stamp duty is either 2% or 9% of the cadastral value, and if the property is in a new development the VAT would be payable in the amount of either 4% or 10% of the purchase price. Notary fees are variable and depend on the location of the property, its value and the complexity of the transaction. It is therefore advisable to agree the notary's fees in advance; if you are using an independent solicitor the fees can be between 1% and 2%. In Italy both the vendor and the buyer pay estate agency fees, which are usually 3% + VAT of the purchase price for each side. There are also some small administrative fees to add, and if you are getting financing, a mortgage arrangement fee will be payable. The purchase of land is taxed differently depending on whether it is for building or agricultural use, and whether or not the buyer is a farmer.
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Quarterback Brady White struggled all day but hooked up with running back/receiver Antonio Gibson for a 6-yard touchdown with 1:14 remaining, and No. 17 Memphis earned a 29-24 victory over No. 20 Cincinnati on Saturday in the American Athletic Conference championship game in Memphis.
The victory helped the Tigers make a case for the Group 5 spot in the Cotton Bowl.
White completed only 18 of 40 passing attempts for 253 yards, including his quick out to Gibson, who caught the pass in the right flat and ran the ball in for the score. It was the second touchdown for Gibson, who scored on a 65-yard run in the first quarter and led the Tigers in rushing with a career-high 130 yards.
Quarterback Desmond Ridder, who missed Cincinnati's 34-24 loss to Memphis in the regular-season finale, moved the Bearcats to the Memphis 21-yard line in the closing seconds, but they failed to score.
Ridder was only 16-for-36 passing for 233 yards, but led the Bearcats (10-3) in rushing with 115 yards.
Kicker Sam Crosa, a graduate transfer from Western Illinois, booted a 33-yard field goal with 4:23 remaining to give Cincinnati a 24-23 lead before Memphis' decisive drive.
The game could be the last at Memphis for coach Mike Norvell, who is rumored to be the favorite to fill the opening at Florida State.
Special teams mistakes cost both teams in the early going. A roughing-the-kicker penalty against Memphis on a Cincinnati successful field-goal attempt gave the Bearcats a first down on the opening series of the game,. They cashed in with Michael Warren's 6-yard scoring run.
Later in the first quarter, a running-into-the-kicker penalty against Cincinnati on a punt denied the Bearcats possession in Memphis territory, and the Tigers cashed in on the mistake for their first touchdown.
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Give the gift of green this holiday season. I made that up. The new While the new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles blockbuster is ready to rock and roll…and we loved it. We saw this movie in the theater and really had a great time. Good TMNT action and laughs, all updated for the new generation of fans. They look different, and very cool, but all that you love about them is here in spades.
In this eye-popping reimagining of the legendary heroes in a half shell, New York is under attack by the sinister Shredder, but fearless leader Leonardo, brilliant and brainy Donatello, rough and rebellious Raphael and wild and crazy Michelangelo take to the streets to defend their home with the help of intrepid reporter April O'Neil (Megan Fox) and their brilliant sensei, Splinter. The new version really is packed with jaw-dropping action and special effects and loaded with the guys' signature humor,
The new TMNT is coming to Blu-ray December 16th, you can download the digital HD version on Paramountmovies.com or iTunes RIGHT NOW!!! The new release includes explorations of the Turtles' latest incarnations and their sensational appearance in 3D, an extended ending, a look at the making of the hit theme song "Shell Shocked," along with the music video and much more. In addition, specially marked Blu-ray Combo Packs include two reversible masks featuring all four signature colors of the beloved crime-fighters. Masks are available only while supplies last and quantities are limited.
It was a good time. I think you and your family will enjoy it, too.
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Pantry staples are a frugal cook's friend. With a few key ingredients at the ready, you can easily trade takeout for tasty homemade meals — a move that will benefit your budget and your well-being.
"The key to eating better and more affordably is cooking at home," says Karen Tedesco, a recipe developer and food blogger at Familystyle Food. "Prepared foods, processed ingredients and takeout not only cost more, but often include way more added salt, sugar and preservatives than something you make yourself."
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When building up your pantry reserves, aim for a mix of whole grains, proteins and spices. Look for products with little to no added salt, sugar or preservatives. And focus on items that can do double or triple duty. A jar of marinara sauce, for example, can do a lot more than top off your pasta.
"Marinara can be the base of an easy chili, soup or stew," says cookbook author Eliza Cross. "Or [you can] simmer it with cooked frozen meatballs and make meatball sandwiches."
Ready to start cooking? This list of pantry staples will help you whip up cheap, healthy meals in no time. It's not exhaustive, though. So we encourage you to leave your own must-haves in the comments at the end of this page.
Grains and dry goods
Opt for whole grains, like quinoa and brown rice, which are loaded with protein and fiber. They will also leave you feeling full longer than white rice or pasta.
- Brown rice.
- Whole wheat pasta.
- Lentils.
- Quinoa.
- Oats.
Canned goods
The beauty of canned goods is that they have a long shelf life. When you see a good sale, stock up. Pick products rich in nutrients, but free of added sugar, sodium or preservatives.
- Beans: black beans, pinto beans, garbanzo beans.
- Tomatoes.
- Coconut milk.
- Fish: tuna or salmon, packed in water.
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Oils, sauces and spices
Salt, pepper and olive oil are great basics to use in nearly every dish. Additional oils, like avocado oil and canola oil, come in handy for baking and making homemade mayonnaise — a base for a variety of sauces. Vinegars are also great to have on hand to whip up healthy salad dressings in a snap.
- Salt.
- Black pepper.
- Garlic: fresh and granulated.
- Ginger: fresh and ground.
- Red pepper flakes.
- Dried herbs: oregano, basil, thyme.
- Cumin.
- Paprika.
- Coriander.
- Chili powder.
- Canola oil.
- Extra virgin olive oil.
- Soy sauce.
- Vinegars: apple cider, red/white wine, balsamic.
Other essentials
Round out your pantry (and fridge and freezer) with hearty vegetables, like potatoes, onions and carrots, which can last for weeks or even months if stored correctly. Nut butters are also great to have on hand to add to smoothies, sandwiches, soups and dressings.
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Upload! August 28th 2018August 28, 2018
Another upload that doesn't interest me too much, which is GOOD because I'm still on a ban. I have a few days left and so far so good. I only slipped on those limited edition Hello Kitty Converses. However I have been itching for some fall items and J.Crew has some blazers I want to try for work. I'll have a blog post on those soon!
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I have last year's swiftly arm warmers and find them very useful for long runs where the temperature is chilly to start but then warms up. I'm not sure if this year's added phone slot feature will be worth the added cost though. Not sure if the arm warmer would remain in place and since I often remove my arm warmers, would be cumbersome to deal with the phone at that time.ReplyDeleteReplies
Yes I agree. I think the phones wouldn't be stable enough if you're jogging and using your arms. I can just imagine the phone flying out of the pocket!Delete


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Welcome to Conductor! As you get started, you may have some initial questions on installations, submissions, product support, or other how-tos. Here's a quick list of the most common troubleshooting questions out of the gate.
- I installed Conductor, but when I click on the executable, nothing happens!
- Conductor's installation is meant to operate in concert with other products, not as a standalone execution. If you're using Maya, for instance, the install will create a Conductor tab in the ribbon, with an icon. Once you load the scene in Maya and are ready to render, simply click the Conductor "C" icon, and a submission UI will appear, allowing you to guide the cloud rendering operation.
- I opened Maya, and see the Conductor tab, but there's no icon!
- Sometimes the Maya preferences interfere with the Conductor icon appearing in the ribbon, even though the Conductor tab is there. You can get around this by renaming your "Prefs" folder in the Maya installation to "Prefs_old", and restarting Maya. This will reset the UI, and you should now see the Conductor icon appear.
- Sweet, I've run my first job! But how do I download my rendered frames?
Our downloader is actually a command line operation. To download your frames, simply open a command prompt or terminal window, and run the following:
conductor downloader
This will run a daemon that will grab all available frames on your account. Typically once studios get running on the service, they'll keep this running, so as to remove the burden of individual downloads, and decouple downloads from individual machines.
In the interim, however, if you just want to download for a single job, run:
conductor downloader --job_id <jobid>
This will pull the available frames for your first job to the output file you specified at submission time. For more info, look here.
- We've also just released a new Companion App, that you can download here. It provides a graphical downloader interface for your completed frames.


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This is for a post that will be done on November 17th. All that's needed is for people to post questions for Dariana in the comments. With her adventures coming to an end, I'm sure there are plenty of things to talk about. Please try to avoid breaking the 4th wall, but mostly I don't want people asking what she thinks of me. Every question will be answered as if she is being asked it in her own world with no knowledge of Earth.
Dariana has been a mystery to some extent, but mostly because she has spent most of her centuries of existence wiping her own memory. Made a champion soon after the Great Cataclysm, she has repeatedly survived the failures and been put back to sleep only to be woken again. This is the time when she has finally made friends, but is still socially awkward and quick to apology. Being the daughter of Zaria the Purity Goddess and Baron Arthuru Kernaghan, Dariana is immortal to most extents and possesses the power of a demi-God. These are psychic in nature as well as being able to extend her physical abilities beyond mortal standards, which tires her out. Considering what she is, one has to wonder what her plans for the future are. That and what she thinks about living in a world that has changed so much without her.
Some other topics:
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So many people have such strong opinions on this. I am going to share some scriptures I read today and ask that when you read them to pray and ask God to speak to you. You don't need me to tell you what they say. You don't need other people's opinions. God speaks to anyone through His Word, to anyone who will read it (or listen to it). So, here are the handful of scriptures I want to share with you:
"'He who overcomes shall thus be clothed in white garments; and I will not erase his name from the book of life, and I will confess his name before My Father, and before His angels.'" Revelation 3:5
(Jane's comment -- something needs to be written before it can be erased. Wondering if when someone is conceived that name is written in the book.....just a thought)
"And if anyone's name was not found written in the book of life, he was thrown into the lake of fire." Revelation 20:15
"But for the cowardly and unbelieving and abominable and murderers and immoral persons and sorcerers and idolaters and all liars, their part will be in the lake that burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second death." Revelation 21:8
(I thought it interesting that "Cowardly" and "unbelieving" was listed before anything else.)
"'He who is not with Me (Jesus) is against Me, and he who does not gather with Me scatters.'" Mathew 12:30
Those are the Scriptures. Take time to read them, pray about them, check your own heart. Ask God where you're at. And ask God to put you in the center of Himself -- the best place to live.


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Trading is tricky. If it weren't, it wouldn't be so difficult to extract wealth from the...
So, You Want to Be a Day Trader? Read This.
09/11/2017 2:51 am EST
Focus: STRATEGIES
Those who dream of day trading should read advice from Jake Bernstein, an internationally recognized futures analyst, trader and author of more than 41 books. It's part of our new series of Trader Lessons from industry experts each Friday and available in our new weekly newsletter here.
Success as a day trader: it's an American dream. It's the crux of capitalism. It's the pinnacle of peak performance in the financial world.
If you have an email account and if you've logged into any investment website, then you're probably being bombarded daily by emails touting every investment scheme from forex to day trading.
It's hard to know what to believe. Many claims are outrageous. Clearly, even the beginning investor will understand that if it's too good to be true, then it's probably not true.
However, some of the claims are plausible and real. After all, given the highly volatile market climate, it seems reasonable that one could take advantage of the numerous large intraday price swings in the capital markets.
Unfortunately, and all too frequently what appears to be obvious is obviously wrong.
This is not to say you can't make money as a day trader. I must, however, exercise my due diligence and tell you that there are certain things you need to know before you jump into the swamp that has consumed so many new traders.
Only by knowing what you're up against can you make an informed decision.
As the author of The Complete Day Trader (McGraw-Hill 1995) and The Complete Day Trader II (McGraw-Hill 1998) in addition to other books and articles about day trading, I understand the game. I have played it (and still do) thousands of times. And what I understand is the inherent difficulty of being a winner by the day and by the year.
Before you take the bait and believe that you can or will become a great day trader, please consider the following questions I've learned and answered over 50 years.
1. Do you have the time or patience to sit at your computer all day trading back and forth? If you have a real job, you don't have the time.
2. You'll be facing highly experienced traders powered by the latest computers and algorithms for taking advantage of the same moves that you're trying to get. Would you go to the high-stakes poker room in Las Vegas as a beginner? If so, you will be cannon fodder!
3. What exactly is a day trade? Is it the day session? Is it the 23-hour market in forex? You have some decisions to make and what you decide is critical to your trading success as well as your health. I long ago decided that I love to sleep.
4. Do you have a strategy? Is it objective? Do you know what you're doing? Are the rules clear? Have you back-tested them? Do you know if they are valid? Do you have a profit- maximizing strategy? If not, then your goose is cooked before you begin!
5. Do you know what markets you want to trade? Do you want to be all over the place? Can you trade six or seven different markets at the same time? Do you have the money to do it?
6. How has your discipline been tested? Do you get scared easily? Are you going to be like most traders--which means you will take small profits and large losses? How do you prepare yourself mentally and emotionally as well as financially?
7. Do you know how to place an order? If you do not understand order placement for your platform, you may make costly clerical errors. Believe me, they add up.
8. Do you plan to trade in your spare time, making day trades only when you have some time available? If there is a daily pattern or an intraday pattern that's profitable, then you may miss those patterns unless you are there every day all day long.
9. Will you trade as a hobby or a business? If it's a hobby, then I suggest you become a stamp collector or coin collector or get a model train set. Unless your day trading is a business, you're doomed to failure
10. Do you think that you are successful because you were successful in a practice account without real money? Do you assume that this will translate into the real-world profits? I don't think so. Do you think that living with someone before you get married is a real test of what happens after your wedding? If you don't already know the answer, you have a rude awakening coming.
That's my short list of caveats for you. Don't get me wrong. I'm not trying to discourage you. I just want you to know the facts. I'm unbiased. I have no vested interest in getting you to trade or for that matter getting you to day trade. I will not make or lose anything based on your trading.
Think about this. You work hard for your money. Be an informed trader. Be a survivor. Learn to trade before you trade. It takes time. On-the-job training as a trader can be very costly.
Why begin your venture with the hardest game in the financial world.
Trade well and prosper.
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VitaFrute! Described as the "first organic super fruit cocktail in a bottle," it comes in three flavors -- Cosmopolitan, Lemonade, and Margarita -- and is just 125 calories per serving! That's because this natural, organic alcoholic drink is made with VeeV, "the original acai spirit." I drank my lemonade-flavored VitaFrute straight up since I was toasting in the new year, but you can use it in many different cocktail recipes, which are provided on their website.
After trying the lemonade flavor, I'm anxious to try the margarita and cosmopolitan flavors, too. Fortunately, when I used the store locator on the VitaFrute website, I found that several stores near my house carry their products. Hurray! Thankfully, I don't have to wait for another New Year's celebration to try them. If you're looking for an alternative to standard alcoholic beverages (and you're over the age of 21), I hope you'll check out VitaFrute! Learn more at www.vitafrute.com.
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Entry Island
Entry Island is the only inhabited island that is not connected to the rest of the archipelago.
Home to the highest peack on the islands, come climb big hill (174 m) where you can admire a breathtaking view the islands charm will greet you with its nature and landscapes.
Entry Island is the ideal location for walking, hiking, a picnic, or simply to relax.
Options are available:
Boat and zodiac with interpretation; you will learn the history of the island and the lifestyle of the people.
With the zodiac tour, you will tour the island: 1 hour with visit on the island: 2 hours and 30 minutes.
You will discover the landscapes and its spectacular geological formations. Observation of bird colonies (razorbill, commun murre, guillemot, etc.)
Boat tour : You are 3 hours and 30 minutes on the island to visit the island in freedom.
Boat departure every day : 10:30 am
Duration: 5 hours and 30 minutes
Zodiac : departure every day
Duration: 4 hours and 30 minutes
A must!


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Initiates Awakening Egyptian Mystery School Tour with Elizabeth Purvis, Creator of Feminine Magic®
Sep 22nd - Oct 05th 2018
Are you waking up to the magnitude of your purpose – what you were put on this earth to be, do and experience?
Are you called to elevate your magical practice?
Are you ready to go deeper – way deeper – on the journey of discovery, extraordinary growth and global service that is the path of magic?
I'm so glad you're here…
The simplest, most phenomenal and universal truths came from the Ancient Mystery Schools. Over time, those secrets were lost, except for a select few.
For those, Keepers of the Wisdom, channeled information is available to help to enlighten the world.
Are you called to be one of those keepers? I know I am. For those of use being activated at this potent time, there is one place that calls like no other… Egypt.
Now, I am thrilled to invite you to join me on a pilgrimage to the sacred sites of Egypt, to unlock some of those mysteries that reside in the cradle of civilization itself.
Come with heightened intentions and allow yourself to be forever changed by Egypt, her temples, the Nile, the land and the souls of past and present . An unforgettable, sometimes unimaginable, trip to relate that which no longer serves you and welcome in your very best self.
This website is a personal invitation, from my heart to yours. Read the details of the experience that awaits you, and if you think this might be for you, complete the short application.
This will be a very intimate group of no more than 14 women, and it will sell out. if you are called, apply right away.
To the adventure of a lifetime!
Love & magic,
Day 1, Sat, Sep 22nd - Depart for Cairo
Fly from your home city to Cairo, Egypt (CAI), to arrive Sept 23.
Please note that many flights arrive early in the AM and check-in time is not until 3pm, so please let us know if you need an extra day in the hotel; we are happy to accommodate. Do you need help booking your flight? Just call our amazing tour guides at Transformational Tours at (888) 600-7541 and they can help you.
Day 2, Sun, Sep 23rd - Arrive Cairo and Opening Circle
Arrive at Cairo airport, where you will be met (no matter what time of the day or night you arrive) by a private guide who who will assist you through customs and immigration before transferring you to our luxury accommodations at the world class Mena House Hotel.
The Mena House is one of the most unique hotels in Cairo, with its own rich history. Surrounded by 40 acres of verdant green gardens, this palatial hotel is located in the shadows of the Great Pyramids of Giza in Cairo. The royal history of the hotel is reflected in luxurious interiors that are embellished with handcrafted furniture, original work of arts and magnificent antiques.
Located just 700 meters from these wonders of the ancient world, the Mena House offers unmatched views of the Pyramids and has played host to kings and emperors, Heads of State and celebrities.
This evening, we'll gather for our Opening and Awakening Circle with Elizabeth and our experienced guide, Halle Eavelyn, and begin to set our intentions for this sacred pilgrimage of initiation and awakening.
Day 3, Mon, Sep 24th– Giza plateau / Sphinx / Sakkara
Today, we start our tour with a very special private visit to the Giza Plateau, with nobody present except our group. Awaken and dress for Sunrise, standing between the Paws of The Great Sphinx.
As you come alive, you will hear the incredible sounds of the entire city being called to prayer. You'll open your inner door and listen, feeling the energy of the spirits and this incredible place…
We'll return to our hotel for hot buffet breakfast, then we are off to discover some of the most awesome wonders of the world, to touch them and to feel them here the Pyramids of the Giza Plateau. Our guide Halle and our local Egyptologist will give us the fascinating spiritual and traditional history surrounding these amazing structures.
In the afternoon we travel by air-conditioned bus to Sakkara, where we visit the remarkable Step Pyramid of Djoser, and its temple of sound and healing.
Sakkara was masterminded by Imhotep, the high priest, vizier and architect to King Djoser during Dynasty III. This magnificent site includes other Old Kingdom tombs, among them those that hold the earliest known hieroglyphs, the Pyramid Texts that were the model for the Egyptian Book of the Dead.
Day 4, Tues, Sep 25th- Egyptian museum / Cairo / Aswan / Afandina
Following breakfast we visit to the Egyptian Museum of Cairo to view the spiritual legacy of priest kings, queens, scribes and healers.
The museum holds an astounding collection of Egyptian antiquities and exhibits over 120,000 artifacts, including those magnificent treasures from the tomb of Tutankhamun. Here you'll catch your first glimpse of all the goddesses of Egypt, rendered in hieroglyphs and reliefs, brought to 3-dimensional life in stone, and witness the legacy of the supposed "heretic pharaoh, Ahkenaton, the first monotheist.
We later enjoy our short flight to Aswan
Aswan, is the capital of the province in the area of the first cataract. The town is situated on the East Bank between the river and the eastern desert hills which here rise to a height of 100m (328 ft.).
Aswan was the gateway to the interior of Africa and an important center of trade. The stones quarries in the area around the town provided the pharaohs with gray and pink granite for their buildings and statues.
This evening, we check in our private cruise ship, the dahabeya Afandina. Eight staterooms and our own chef will make you feel like you are sailing the Nile as Cleopatra did — which is quite accurate, as Caesar and Cleopatra honeymooned on their own dahabeya. Get to bed early, as we will be up well before dawn.
Day 5, Wed, Sep 26th - Philae / Temple of Isis
In our private sunrise meditation and ritual, we return to the source of all, the Great Mother, to receive the blessings of Isis at her beautiful island temple at Philae.
This isle represents a fusion of three great civilizations – Egyptian, Greek and Roman. The presence of Isis is palpable in the inner sanctum, the Holy of Holies of her temple. This ceremony will uplift and awaken your soul - it is often many guests' favorite spot in all of Egypt.
Later we will gather on deck to share our experiences and what was activated within.
Day 6, Thurs, Sep 27th, Aswan / Kom Ombo
Spent a lazy morning aboard, or visit the bustling Aswan local market.
After lunch, we sail to Kom Ombo, where we will visit the only dual temple in Egypt. This dramatic temple poised between the edge of the river and the encroaching desert sand was dedicated to two gods - Sobek the crocodile god of strength, fortitude, fertility and rebirth, and Horus the hawk-headed son of Isis and Osiris.
The duality of light/ dark, yin/yang, conscious/unconscious is apparent in this ancient site. One of the most powerful places in Kom Ombo is the Seat of Neutrality, which is placed on the exact centerline between the parts of the temple that are dedicated to Horus / Sobek and Light/Dark. We will dock near Kom Ombo for the night on the Afandina.
Day 7, Fri, Sep 28th–Sail to Edfu
Relax as we sail the entire day to Edfu through the Egyptian countryside. See landscape that has barely changed a thousand years, as we experience the unspoiled nature of the Mother River Nile.
In the afternoon we visit Edfu and the Temple of Horus, one of the most beautifully preserved in Egypt. When you approach the temple complex, you become aware of its enormous dimensions, with a vast courtyard, a forest of towering columns and high ceilings.
Horus is associated with higher vision and clarity. The eye of Horus greatly relates to his myth and power. The left eye represents the lunar, the moon, the intuitive, the feminine energy. The right eye is connected to the solar, the masculine, the action, and the yang energy. Both are necessary for true power to exist.
Horus was married to the Goddess Hathor, and his temple is a mirror image of Dendara, dedicated to Hathor (another example of this balance of the divine feminine and masculine). In a private ceremony, we will work with balancing the lunar and the solar energies inside of us and awaken our intuitive centers to call in a higher perspective.
We'll overnight once again on the Afandina.
Day 8, Sat, Sep 29th -- Edfu / Nile Sail
After breakfast, we will continue our sail to Esna and cross the Esna lock. This morning, after breakfast, Elizabeth and Halle will share a special talk on the mystery school traditions of Egypt.
In the afternoon, you will have free time to integrate the Goddess energies, initiations and all the transformation you have received. Overnight on the Afandina.
Day 9, Sun, Sep 30th-– Sailing from Esna to Karnak Temple / Luxor Temple
We spend the morning sailing from Esna to Luxor.
In the afternoon we visit the magnificent Karnak Temple. Karnak is the biggest temple complex in Egypt - and a very special place. It is dedicated to the Gods Amun and Mut.
As you enter, you walk between a row of rams-headed sphinxes, which originally connected Karnak with Luxor Temple two miles away. Take some time to visit the sacred lake of Karnak, ask for purification and place your intention in your mind's eye into the lake.
Outside the main halls is a small chapel dedicated to Sekhmet, her consort Ptah and their son Nefertum. Sekhmet is the lioness Goddess of compassion and courage. She is associated with feminine fire and healing through destruction. She is a renowned healer and known for her magic and ability to hunt down an imbalance at its origin. In a potent private initiation we will honor the Goddess and receive the gift of courage to be in our authentic selves.
This evening we will pay a night visit to the Temple of Luxor and work with the brilliance of the human body. Here we are able to see that this temple is built like a human body--the outer layers represent the feet and as we move deeper into the temple, we move towards the head, where the holy of holies, the inner sanctuary is located. This is a wonderful place to focus on physical healing.
As you walk through the body of this temple, notice how your body feels and re-member radiant health. A ceremony to the Goddess will ignite the parts of you that are sleeping, activate divinity codes and turn on your inner light.
Day 10, Mon, Oct 01st - Dendera / Abydos temples
This morning we head to Dendara to visit the exquisite temple dedicated to Hathor, the goddess of abundance, love and joy.
The temple is built with a zodiacal ceiling that recalls the origins of Egypt. In the birthing room where Hathor's priestesses gathered to bring forth new lift thousands of years ago, we are also reborn, one of many times on this journey.
We then continue north to the temple at Abydos, dedicated to Osiris and housing the nine great beings (the Ennead).
This temple rests next to and above the most ancient Osirion, one of the premier power places on the planet. It includes a more recent temple built by Seti I, which contains the most beautiful bas relief of any temple in Egypt. We will conduct another ceremony in the Hall of the Osirion; in honor of her brother-husband Osiris, we will call in the power of Isis to our lives.
Day 11, Tues, Oct 02nd – West Bank / Cairo
This morning we visit the Necropolis of Thebes on the West Bank of the Nile. The West Bank where the Valley of Kings holds the tombs of the pharaohs that are inscribed with sacred transformative texts, including the books of knowing light and dark, the book of what is in the underworld, the book of caverns, and naming and taming the hours of the night. Here are the tombs of Tutankhamun, Ramses III and VII, Seti I, Thutmosis III, and many others.
We will also visit the Colossi of Memnon, which stand guard, not isolated, but at the front of a temple larger than any yet discovered.
In the evening we take our short flight to Cairo. Check back into your home, the incredible Mena House Hotel.
Day 12, Wed, Oct 03rd – Cairo / Old Cairo / El Moaz street / Khan El Khalili Bazaarz / Khayamia
Today following breakfast, we visit Old Cairo, including the St. Sergi church where the holy family was hidden while they were in Egypt. We also visit the oldest Synagogue in Cairo, then we enjoy a lovely Egyptian lunch before we visit one of the most amazing streets in Islamic Cairo.
El-Moez Street & Khayamia street are some of the oldest streets in Cairo; approximately one kilometer long, they comprise an open air museum. This area dates back to the Fatimid era and has almost all types of islamic architecture, all beautifully decorated with Arabic calligraphy. We follow this with a visit to the Khan El Khallili Bazaar
One of the oldest shopping districts in the world, the Khan El Khalili is like going back to the time of Ali Baba. Merchants have been trading on this site since at least the 14th century. In 1384, an emir named Al Khalili built a great Khan here, a three-story hostelry intended to accommodate traveling merchants and their wares. Buyers visited the Khan for the goods brought in on the merchant caravans, and the selling and bartering spread to the streets around. The earliest surviving parts of the bazaar today are several great stone gateways that date back to the 1500s.
Day 13, Thur, Oct 04th -- Great Pyramid / Farewell Dinner
In the early morning, we will have a special private visit inside the Great Pyramid with a culminating initiation in the King's Chamber.
Here, we experience the final rebirthing as we come into alignment with our own Divine nature, aligning with Goddess energy, uniting our life stories with the initiates and wisdom keepers who have come before.
This evening, we have our Closing Circle and Farewell dinner, basking in the reflection of our shared Egyptian experience.
Day 14, Fri, Oct 05th -- Final Departure
We transfer to Cairo airport for final departure and bring home our transformation, as well as incredible memories of Egypt.
Please NOTE that itinerary subject to change due to reasons beyond our control.
Private Visits included:
Private visit to Sphinx
Private visit to the Temple of Isis at Philae temple
Private meditation inside Great pyramid
Check in time at hotel is 2:00 pm
Check out time at hotel is 12:00 pm
Tour Includes
- 02 nights at Mena House hotel Sep 23rd - 25th
- 06 nights cruise on charter Private Afandina Dahabeya Sep 25th - Oct 02nd
- 03 nights at Mena House hotel Oct 02nd - 05th
- Daily Lunch or Dinner
- Welcome dinner & Farewell Dinner
- Full board on the Afandina Dahabeya
- Daily breakfast through out the trip at hotel & on cruise
- Private meditation inside Great Pyramid's King's Chamber
- Private visit to Sphinx
- Philae Isis temple
- Domestic flights within Egypt
- Airport transfers
Tour Excludes
- Visa upon arrival for USA, European, UK, Canadian and Australian citizens - currently $25 per person
- Any increase of entrance feesto any sites indicated on itinerary imposed by Egyptian government
- Travel or health Insurance
- Airport departure tax, if any
- Tipping for guide, Nile cruise staff, tour guide, tour escort $250 to be collected in advance
Tour Leaders
Elizabeth Purvis
Elizabeth Purvis is a teacher of magic and manifestation to thousands of women around the world, leading them to develop their Divinely-given Creative Power, especially in the realm of money. She is the creator of Feminine Magic®, a set of practices for women to magnetize their deepest Desires, and the founder of The Feminine Magic® School of Manifesting, where she teaches a holistic system of manifesting known for its consistent, repeatable results.
A priestess & practitioner of Western esoteric traditions for over 20 years, Elizabeth is also a master business coach and income breakthrough mentor. Using her systems, Elizabeth's clients and students have achieved phenomenal results, including quadrupling their incomes in just a few short weeks, multi-six-figure launches and more. Discover more of her work and the 7-Figure Goddess community at ElizabethPurvis.com.
Halle Eavelyn
Halle Eavelyn is a dynamic and powerful spiritual coach, speaker, and writer who helps women break out of their old patterns so they can live their best lives, the ones they always yearned for. As the co-founder of Spirit Quest Tours and now the owner of Transformational Tours & Retreats, Halle has led spiritual tours for over a decade. Her acclaimed spiritual travel memoir, Red Goddess Rising, tells the story of her spiritual awakening in Egypt and the trips she has led up the Nile for the past several years. She has been interviewed by Time Magazine, USA Today, Good Morning America, Wealth TV and many others about her spiritual travel experiences and expertise. She has spoken all over the country as well, for institutes such as Vanderbilt University to bookstores like Barnes & Noble and Awakenings, to keynoting an Isis Temple Convocation. This will be her 21st tour to Egypt.
If you are accepted, your personal investment for this tour is $9,997 for double occupancy (2 guests sharing one room). The investment to upgrade to a private room is $1,070. These rates include the full land package as outlined in the itinerary, domestic air travel within Egypt, and all of the mystery school trainings with Elizabeth.
There are several ways to pay, including checks, wires, and bank transfers. If you choose to use a credit card, there is an admin fee of $489.86. Payment plans are available, but all payments must be made in full by July 15th, 2018.
Pre-arrival or post-departure nights
Single room: $221.40 including tax, services charges and buffet breakfast
Double room: $123/guest including tax, services charges and buffet breakfast
Pyramids view room supplement is $70 per room per night


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The month of March was dominated by two major events: South by Southwest (SXSW) and RobbCon. I've been planning on going to RobbCon since I had such a great time at last year's event, but SXSW took me a little by surprise after Price (Cephalofair community manager) told be I should apply for their tabletop game of the year award. I did, and the next thing I knew, not only was Gloomhaven nominated, but I got two free platinum badges to attend the event.
The platinum badge gives you priority access to pretty much everything at the event, and I had been kind of neglecting my wife recently because of all the logistics of delivering the second printing, so we decided, what the hell, let's fly down to Austin for a week and a half and get the full experience. SXSW is a confluence of pretty much all of modern culture. You have a prestigious film festival, more music concerts than you can count, a gaming convention, and lots and lots of panels on pretty much every topic you can think of. Austin also has a lot of great food.
Presented with the myriad of choices available to us, my wife and I stuck mainly to the movies. There was a nice schedule of when each movie was playing and where, and it gave us a nice framework to plan a day around. We might have gone a little overboard, though. Over a week and a half, we ended up watching almost 30 movies. Most of them were good, and a few were truly great. I expect almost none of them will be coming to a theater near me, though, so it was great to get the opportunity to take in all this extra culture.
I'm not exactly a film critic, but here are some of my favorites, in case you get a chance to see one of them:
Best documentary: The Dawn Wall. I do not really care about sports of any kind, but this story of two mountain climbers would decide to climb the most difficult face of rock in the world is truly inspiring and beautifully shot. As someone who, in a much smaller way, attempted the impossible and found success on the other side, it really spoke to me.
Honorable mention: Generation Wealth. This follow-up to The Queen of Versailles, a darkly comic look at the pitfalls of wealth and capitalism, really doubles down on the "dark," trying to paint the entire picture of a world obsessed with the accumulation of fame and riches. The scope is almost too broad, but material is expertly handled, and there are many profound points made.
Best narrative feature: Upgrade. I could talk about how great this movie was compared to its tiny budget, but I don't think that would do it justice. This movie is just great without any sort of qualifier required. It is at once a brutal action movie with lots of unique and compelling choreography, a thought-provoking sci-fi warning about the possible dangers of near-future technology, and a suspenseful thriller with plenty of twists, turns, and well-developed characters. It kind of feels like the best 90s action movie you've ever seen, so if you're into that sort of thing, I'd highly recommend it.
Honorable mention: Jinn. This very specific story of an experience very far removed from my own – that of a bisexual female black Muslim teenager – still felt incredibly universal in the way it was told with such love and passion. It brought me an understanding of issues I hadn't fully considered before, and it entertained along the way.
Other than movies, the main reason we went to SXSW was to attend the big gaming awards event on the last day. When Gloomhaven actually won the award for best tabletop game, well, that was truly epic, and I'm surprised any words got out of my mouth at all when I had to make an acceptance speech in front of thousands of people.
Overall, SXSW was a pretty great time, and I'm glad I got to experience it with my wife.
When we got back, though, I had only a few days to prepare before I was headed off to a remove cabin in Virginia to play games with 15 other guys for four days straight at RobbCon. The concentration of time spent playing games is higher than it is for the rest of the year for me, and the concentration of awesome people to hang out with also cannot be beat. I played so many games, I'm not sure I can remember them all.
Let's see if I can think of some highlights. Of the new games I played, I think I liked Pulsar 2849 the best. It felt like a less constrained version of Castles of Burgundy, with a really cool dice-drafting element. High dice were significantly better than low dice, but there was always a cost to taking them, moving yourself down on these tracks that determined player order and bonus end-of-round resources. It was cool because your position on these tracks only mattered relative to other players, so there was some nice interaction there, anticipating where your opponents were going to end up and making sure you were ahead of them.
I also enjoyed playing the CMON version of Council of 4, which may or may not be out yet. The main draw was the hugely positive feedback loop in the game, where each city had a bonus for placing your worker there, and every time you placed a worker, you received the bonuses for that city and every city you already have a worker in that is connected to that city. So by the end of the game, you are getting a giant cascade of resources for each guy that you place down, which is very satisfying. However, I wish the card draw mechanic were a little less random.
Really, though, my experience at the con seemed more about reaffirming my love for some older titles. I had great games of Arkwright, Seasons, and Terra Mystica. I played A Feast for Odin for the third time, and each time has been better than the last, to the point where I think I might have to actually buy the game and include it in my top ten. Also, I got a chance to play the new edition of Through the Ages and it did not disappoint. I've been really enjoying the app for a few weeks now, and, given my experience with the tiny bits of the previous version, I became convinced that Through the Ages was a game better experienced electronically. I had a great time playing it on the table, though, and I found that everything was pretty easy to keep track of, even for inexperienced players.
I also got to play a game of Fiasco where I was in a submarine trapped at the bottom of the ocean by German U-boats during WW2, trying to summon an alien race out of a box recovered from a Nazi bunker by stabbing my crew mate with a sacrificial dagger, so that was also fun.
Even after returning from the joy of RobbCon, it seems that the month is not over yet. The community-driven expedition for Gloomhaven starts tomorrow, and I may or may not be prepared for that. Plus the celebration for Gloomhaven hitting the number one spot on BGG is happening on Saturday and I'm definitely not yet prepared for that!
And I haven't even mentioned the Golden Geek Awards, which also happened while I was at SXSW. I am absolutely humbled by Gloomhaven winning six of those. That is a stupid number of Golden Geeks to win, and I sincerely thank everyone who voted for the game.
Plus now these puzzle pieces are popping up all over the place. What is up with that?


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6 Over-the-Knee Boots to Suit Every Style and Budget
There was a time when over-the-knee boots were considered the exact opposite of stylish and chic. A few design tweaks here and there, however, and this once-daring boot has really become a new classic. Paired with everything from leggings to skinnies to skirts and dresses, practically everyone, no matter their personal aesthetic, can incorporate over-the-knee boots into a well-rounded wardrobe. Whether you're on a budget or have several hundred dollars to spend, we know you can't go wrong with one of these best over-the-knee boots.
1. Stuart Weitzman 5050
The epitome of splurging, this Stuart Weitzman style practically made over-the-knee boots a new classic. The stretchy textile back panel is loved by women of all shapes and sizes because it conforms to nearly every leg.
2. Steve Madden Gorgeous
Get the look and still be able to pay the rent with this very affordable faux suede style. The high heel and cinched top is the most current iteration of the over-the-knee style.
3. Frye Melissa OTK
One of Frye's best riding boots, the Melissa, is gaining an even larger fan base thanks to the addition of the OTK version. Whether your style tends toward rocker, bohemian or even western, there's room in every closet for this high quality boot.
4. Circus by Sam Edelman Brooklyn Boot
Especially for those who prefer vegan leather, this budget-friendly over-the-knee boot style from Sam Edelman is perfect for winter. A little stretch makes the boot conform to your leg (no bagging) and the half zipper makes them easy to put on and take off.
5. Nine West Equestrian
When you want to make a daringly sultry entrance, the stiletto heel on this boot will do the trick. And especially for those of us who are tall, this boot gets rave reviews thanks to its 21-inch boot shaft height.
6. Jeffrey Campbell Raylan Over the Knee Boot
Many over-the-knee boot styles come only in basic black. Not so with this Jeffrey Campbell style. Grey, khaki, taupe…every colorway is gorgeous in the lightly distressed suede. The heel is also a stable, walkable height, making it great for everyone.


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Where to Plant Hydrangea
The beautiful and classic hydrangea is loved for its casual, rounded form and its big, colorful clusters of fluffy flowers. Usually found in shades of blue, pink or white, most hydrangeas thrive in climates with warm summers and mild winters. If you are considering planting a hydrangea, proper site selection will be key to success.
Hydrangea Types
The ever-popular bigleaf hydrangea -- H. macrophylla -- has heart-shaped leaves and blue or pink flower clusters. Also called French or mop-head hydrangea, it grows 2 to 4 feet tall and 4 or 5 feet wide. Other familiar hydrangeas include oakleaf hydrangea -- H. quercifolia -- which grows taller and has big, paniculated white clusters, and lacecap hydrangea, which has flattened clusters. You'll also find climbing and peegee hydrangeas, as well as numerous other species, hybrids and cultivars.
Light Requirements
Most hydrangeas -- bigleaf and mopheads included -- grow best if planted in part sun to full shade. The hotter and harsher the summer, the greater shade the plant requires. These varieties can, however, grow in full sun in coastal, Mediterranean climates with mild winters. Oakleaf, climbing and peegee types can be grown in full sun, as long as they have regular soil moisture.
Soil Conditions
All hydrangeas, as their name suggests, like consistent moisture. Soil that holds moisture but drains freely is best. A site with rich, organic soil provides the nutrition and moisture balance they require. Spots lacking these qualities can be improved with generous amounts of organic matter -- such as garden compost or leaf mold -- up to one-third of its volume.
Other Considerations
Because hydrangeas bloom in summer when many gardens are otherwise colorless, plant them where they can be easily appreciated, such as along a driveway or near an entry. Some hydrangeas, especially the taller types that have distinctive foliage and white flowers, make excellent backdrops in the perennial garden. Use the pink- and blue-blooming shade-lovers to brighten a dreary, shady environment.
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Graph Search capabilities offer enterprise benefits
Facebook's concept of using natural language processing to offer context and deeper insight promises to improve organizations' internal collaboration and deeper customer engagement.
Facebook's concept of using natural language processing to offer context and deeper insight promises to improve organizations' internal collaboration and deeper customer engagement.
[UPDATE] Launched in collaboration with Singapore's Economic Development Board, facility will develop analytics technologies to help businesses improve their overall supply chain efficiency.
Service providers must uphold trust and transparency above any efforts to generate revenue using consumer data, as this would prevent user backlash and create more monetization opportunities.
Companies turning to Facebook for consumer interactions and commercial transactions will not spell the end of corporate websites, say industry watchers.
Software development student, 26, pleads guilty to hacking Facebook between April and May this year, which a prosecutor labels "most effective and egregious" hacking example.
For the first time in India, Facebook was the most visited social networking site with 20.9 million visitors in July
Integrating hardware and software will help provide a more consistent user experience for businesses and end users, and this is something Oracle hopes to provide for its customers.
Hardware vendor says social media helped its business-to-business unit more than the consumer because it is a good stimulus for long-term relationships, which are key to driving sales with enterprise customers.
Sina partners Jiaranai Entertainment to bring the microblogging service into Thailand, and expects to generate between 20 million and 30 million baht (US$1 million) in revenue within 12 months.
The growing volume of unstructured data and better capturing tools calls for a review of knowledge management approaches by enterprises.


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Welcome to the Scherman-Hoffman Preserve! Owned and maintained by the NJ Audubon Society, the preserve features a nature center, hiking trails and a multitude of opportunities to view wildlife.
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Welcome to the Essex County Environmental Center!
Welcome to the Essex County Environmental Center (ECEC)!
ECEC is part of the Essex County Park System and features about 1 mile of hiking trails, a canoe launch on the Passaic River, frog pond & a Wigwam among other points of interests. ECEC hosts many fine environmental education programs. Click here for more information on ECEC programs! Originally established in 1972 and closed due to funding issues in 1995, ECEC re-opened in 2005 with a new environmentally friendly building.
Partners of the ECEC include the the Sierra Club, NJ Audubon Society, Essex County Environmental Commission, Essex County Beekeepers Society & the Essex County Recreation & Open Space Trust Fund Advisory Board.
ECEC is located in the 1,360 acre West Essex Park which primarily consists of deciduous wooded wetlands. West Essex Park was created in 1955 when the Essex County Park Commission first acquired a portion of the land. Additional land was purchased from more than 70 additional landowners through the years.
ECEC Virtual Tour
From the parking area, head to the Environmental Center to pick up a trail map and check out the indoor exhibits. (PS this tour took place in September 2012-about 1 month prior to Hurricane Sandy and thus describes the center as I found it at that time)
Once inside, there are various exhibits regarding topics such as renewable energy.
After taking in the information, pick up a trail map, it's time to explore the trails!
Head outside the center and turn right on the Lenape Trail.
Throughout the exploration numbered wooded posts will be encountered. These posts correspond to the trail map pictured below (taken from the Essex County Environment Center Website) which we will review as we proceed.
The first marker is in regards to the Sweetgum Tree which is found here near its northern natural limit. Sweetgum has star shaped leaves & spiny seedpods.
Just past marker 1 turn right on a short green blazed trail and come to marker # 2 which has the remains of a Gray Birch. Gray Birch, one of the first trees to grow after a disturbance, is a short lived species. Only the logs (located around the marker) remain of this particular Gray Birch.
Marker 3 appears just after Marker 2 and discusses the old log lying next to the post. The old log is known as a mother log because it is "nursing" the soil by slowly decomposing nutrients therefore creating a richer soil for future vegetation.
Behind this marker a tall deer proof fence will appear.
The fence was constructed to keep hungry white-tailed deer out so native vegetation may grow.
Continuing to Marker #4, a cool little body of water known as the Frog Pond appears. While we might not see any frogs today, we know they are present. Check out the native vegetation such as cattail and arrow arum growing in the pond!
A sign has been strategically placed so that you can learn how to construct a pond of your own to attract frogs. From the Frog Pond, leave the green blazed trail and pass Garibaldi Hall.
Garibaldi Hall was part of the original environmental center and is still used by the Master Gardeners of Essex County.
Head toward Eagle Rock Avenue to Marker # 5 found at the start of the White Blazed Patriots Path.
The flora identified by this marker is found at your feet. Garlic Mustard is its name, and, at least here in the eastern United States, establishment of itself as an invasive species is its game. White Tail Deer do not eat Garlic Mustard and the plant has no natural predators in the US. Garlic Mustard produces a chemical which suppress mycorrhizal fungi required by most plants to grow successfully. As a result, Garlic Mustard, once established, forms a monoculture in which native plants cannot become established. Heading further on the Patriot Path I encountered these three fellows in addition to a River Birch (Marker #6):
After passing marker six it's time to leave the Patriot trail by heading left to a wooden boardwalk.
The boardwalk is raised above the Passaic River floodplain.
A wooden box will appear straight ahead near the Passaic River (Marker #7). This box has been placed for nesting Wood Ducks (a species that nests in tree cavities but will also utilize man-made structures).
Be careful of Poison Ivy (Marker #8) as you continue your journey on the boardwalk! Poison ivy contains a clear liquid known as urushiol which causing a burning itching rash in many people. Poison Ivy can be found as a hairy vine, a shrub reaching over three feet tall or as a trailing vine on the ground. It helps to remember the following jingles to remind you of the dangers of this vine:
"Hairy rope, don't be a dope" & "Leaves of three, leave them be"
Leaving Poison Ivy behind, the Passaic River (Marker #9) appears to the right as we leave the boardwalk.
The river is located southwest behind the Environmental Center Building. This is a great spot to launch a canoe or kayak to go explore the river.
Some quick Passaic River facts: Spanning 80 miles, the Passaic River is the second largest river in NJ and flows through Morris, Somerset, Union, Essex, Passaic, Bergen and Hudson counties. The confluence of the Rockaway River with the Passaic River is located nearby. Fish including bass, herring & shad find a home in the Passaic River.
We now find ourselves back on the Lenape trail and passing a Pollinator Garden (Marker #10). Native plants are being grown here to attract bees which are our next point of interest (Marker #11).
The Essex County Beekeepers keep a selection of Honeybees here. Bee careful not to disturb it!
Wow! What's this? Why it's Marker #12 aka Lenape Life. Here you will find behind a gate a Wigwam and other items characteristic of Lenape Life. The Lenape were the original people who found a home in this area prior to European settlement.
Wigwams were created from saplings which were bent to create a dome frame. The frame was then covered with a mixture of animal skins & mats of reeds and rushes. In addition to the Wigwam, the Lenape learning center features a fire pit, meat drying rack, food cache, Lenape Gardens, fishing & tanning rack.
Looping back towards the Environmental Center a Northern Red Oak (Marker #13) appears. The Northern Red Oak is NJ's state tree and is readily identified by its "ski-slope" bark. Northern Red Oak emits a foul odor when cut down.
Soon after Marker #13 appears Marker #14 (Forest Composition) which describes Musclewood, American Beech & Spicebush.
Smooth gray bark is characteristic of the American Beech. It is this feature that attracts individuals to carve their initials. This practice is detrimental to American Beech as the carvings create opportunities for disease and could very well kill the tree. In winter, American Beech leaves remain until the spring when new leaves bud out. American Beech is usually found in forest in the final stage of succession.
Spicebush is one of the first native shrubs to bloom in spring. Spicebush earns its name from the spicy scent which emits from a broken twig. Spicebush is usually found in deciduous wooded wetlands such as those encountered at the ECEC.
Musclewood (aka Ironwood or American Hornbeam) is a small understory tree usually found in deciduous wooded wetlands. The form of the tree resembles a muscular arm. Straight ahead is the Environmental Center but we're not quite finished with our tour yet. We still have a whole trail yet to explore!
Let's turn right on the Lenape to Marker # 15 which discusses three common ferns found in the ECEC forest: Christmas fern, Hay scented Fern & Sensitive Fern. Christmas fern is evergreen and is thought to be given the name due to its leaves having the appearance of a stocking that you would hang on your chimney. Hay scented fern is named such due to its scent resembling, well, hay. Sensitive Fern is an appropriate name indeed as this fern is one of the first to wilt come the first frosts of fall.
We've now come to the beginning of the blue blazed Bird Lane Trail.
Let's take a right to go explore it. The first marker on the Bird Lane Trail is #16 the Fox Grape Vine. Birds such as Northern Cardinal enjoy the grapes this vine produces.
Continuing on we start our loop and see Marker #17 which describes the floodplain forest found at the ECEC. The forest here often will flood (especially in early spring when melting snow contributes to increase water flow in the Passaic River). Species here such as Red Maple flourish in the conditions provided by frequent flooding.
As we start to turn back there is a large rock (Marker #18) visible in the woods. This rock is known as a glacial erratic and was carried to this spot when the last glacier (Wisconsin Glacier) came through the area around 10,000 years ago. This rock was likely carried from the nearby Watchung Mountains.
Continuing back towards the Lenape Trail we pass Marker #19 which describes the past land use of the ECEC. Old farming equipment such as this piece found near this marker tells us that this land was once used as farmland. Looking around you can clearly see the forest has reclaimed the land. Well, we've now reached our last marker (#20) which describes the Mayapple plant. The Mayapple plant blooms a single flower in early spring and first emerges before the forest has fully leafed out in springtime.
Well, we've now reached the end of the Bird Lane Trail!
And with that, our tour has concluded. I hope it has inspired you to go visit the ECEC to see if for yourself!
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Great Ecology Books:
1. Eastern Deciduous Forest, Second Edition: Ecology and Wildlife Conservation – This book is a useful tool for anyone who wants to know or hopes to help one of North America's great natural resources.
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2. Protecting New Jersey's Environment: From Cancer Alley to the New Garden State – With people as its focus, Protecting New Jersey's Environment explores the science underpinning environmental issues and the public policy infighting that goes undocumented behind the scenes and beneath the controversies.
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Feel free to comment below with any bird sightings, interesting plants, memories or suggestions! Thank you and have fun exploring!
Welcome to Essex County Mills Reservation!
Welcome to Essex County's Mills Reservation County Park! Mills reservation, located primarily in Cedar Grove, NJ became a part of the Essex County Park system in 1954 due to a donation from the Davella Mills foundation which had previously owned the land.
The reservation consists of deciduous woodland and wetlands with the only development consisting of a small parking lot located off of Normal Avenue and the development of an excellent trail system. Parking is also available on Old Quarry Road near the southern entrance to the reserve. Mills Reservation has Normal Avenue to the north, Montclair's Mountain Side Park to the east, Reservoir Drive & the Cedar Grove Reservoir to the west and Old Quarry Road to the south.
Originally an estimated 119 acres, Mills Reservation's total acreage was brought to 157 acres through a land swap in Newark between the years 1962 and 1967.
Mills Reservation is located on the 1st Watchung Mountain. The word "Watchung" is of Native American origin and means "high hill". The rock which forms the Watchungs is known as basalt which formed when molten lava extruded out of the earth's surface and cooled rapidly.
Mills Reservation features 7 trails totaling 6.1 miles (with several trails overlapping in sections). The Essex County Mills Reservation Trail Map is found below (taken from the Essex County Parks Webpage)
The main trail is known as the 1.5 mile Mills Loop Trail which consists of a large gravel road.
This is the most popular trail in Mills Reservation and you are almost guaranteed to come across people walking their dogs no matter what the weather.
The other six trails (including a portion of the estimated 34 mile Essex County Lenape Trail) found throughout Mills Reservation also offer the chance to explore deep into this wooded forest island.
Reservoir Trail (Red Blazes, 1 Mile) heads west from the Normal Avenue Parking Lot and follows the western border of Mills Reservation near Reservoir Drive. Seasonal peaks of the City of Newark owned Cedar Grove Reservoir may be seen to the west of the trail. The Reservoir trail ends where the southern section of the Eastview Trail begins.
Eastview Trail (Blue Blazes, 1.1 Miles) Southern portion of this trail begins near the Old Quarry Road entrance to Mills Reservation and, as the name implies, heads east to Quarry Point before turning north on the eastern portion of the reserve. Quarry Points contains volcanic basalt outcrops in addition to a very old cement platform where anti-aircraft guns were installed during World War II.
Quarry Points offers great views of NYC and is considered one of the highlights of Mills Reservation. NJ Audubon Society hosts their Spring Hawk count at Quarry Point due to the great views. The Eastview Trail's northern terminus is the Normal Avenue parking lot.
Woodland Trail (Purple Blaze .8 of a mile) The northern portion of this trail is accessible off of the red blazed Reservoir trail near the Normal Avenue parking lot. This trail traverses down the heart of Mills Reservation heading in a mostly southwest direction before turning southeast to end near Quarry Point near the Eastview and Lenape Trail.
Lenape Trail– is accessible from the Normal Avenue parking lot via the .1 of a mile Lenape Link Trail (Yellow on White Blazes) which heads west from the Normal Avenue parking lot to connect with the Lenape Trail which enters Mills Reservation from the northwest.
The Lenape Trail then heads southwest crossing through the Reservoir Trail, Mills Loop Trail and the Woodland Trail before turning south to cross the Woodland Trail and Mills Loop Trail again. Once the Lenape Trail crosses the Woodland and Mills Loop Trail, it heads east to briefly meet with the Eastview Trail where it then turns east to Quarry Point. From Quarry Point the Lenape Trail heads north paralleling the Eastview Trail before turning east into Montclair's Mountainside Park on its way to Newark.
Mills Gate Trail (Orange Blaze .1 of a mile) is a side loop of the Mills Reservation Loop and can be accessed from the eastern border of Mills Reservation. The trail goes through the original and once primary entrance of Mills Reservation.
Mills Reservation contains an interesting array of native flora including:
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Great Hiking/Ecology Books:
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3. Eastern Deciduous Forest, Second Edition: Ecology and Wildlife Conservation – This book is a useful tool for anyone who wants to know or hopes to help one of North America's great natural resources.
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4. Protecting New Jersey's Environment: From Cancer Alley to the New Garden State – With people as its focus, Protecting New Jersey's Environment explores the science underpinning environmental issues and the public policy infighting that goes undocumented behind the scenes and beneath the controversies.
Click here for more information!
5. Wild New Jersey: Nature Adventures in the Garden State:
Wild New Jersey invites readers along Wheeler's whirlwind year-long tour of the most ecologically diverse state for its size in America.
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Directions: (As taken from NYNJCT Botany)Take the Garden State Parkway south to exit 151 (Watchung Avenue in Montclair). Turn west from the exit ramp onto Watchung Avenue. Drive about two miles until the road ends at Upper Mountain Avenue. Turn north and go 1.7 miles to the traffic light at Normal Avenue. Turn west and drive 0.3 miles to the entrance on the left.
Feel free to comment below with any bird sightings, interesting plants, memories or suggestions! Thank you and have fun exploring!
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Lorrimer Sanctuary (NJ Audubon)!
Welcome to the NJ Audubon's Lorrimer Sanctuary! The property was bequeathed to the NJ Audubon Society by Ms. Lucine Lorrimer in 1956. The 14 acre preserve features forest and field habitats, a butterfly garden and a visitor center with a gift shop and exhibits including live animals. The sanctuary features an excellent self guided trail through the Field, Butterfly and Woodland trails.
This box turtle has a home in the visitor center.
Outside a large window in the visitor center is a multitude of bird feeders. This Hairy Woodpecker was there the day I visited.
There are two main trails (in addition to a butterfly garden trail) which are mostly flat to be explored at the Lorrimer Sanctuary. Both trails travel in a loop fashion and make for very easy walking. Be sure to take your time and enjoy the forest!
The 1/6 of a mile field trail once wound through an actual field. Through succession, the trail now wounds through a young forest. Before the surrounding private property was developed, barn owls frequented the area. This box pictured below was built for barn owl habitat.
The sanctuary also features a butterfly garden. Over thirty species of butterflies have been documented here including Cabbage White, Spring Azure, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail and Monarch. The plants in the garden include Joe-Pye Weed and Trumpet Creeper among others.
At 1/3 of a mile, the woodland trail is the longest trail and features both wetlands and upland habitat. The trail loops past secondary growth forest. A special attraction found in early spring on the woodland trail are the wildflowers such as Dutchman Breeches, Bloodroot and Spring Beauties.
The past land usage of the Lorrimer Sanctuary includes an orchard, farmland and livestock pasture. Interpretive signage has been placed on both the Field and Woodland trails to describe the geology, flora and fauna of the Lorrimer Sanctuary.
The sanctuary is worth going to. Be sure to visit the gift shop as all proceeds are used to help maintain the preserve. Click here for more information and the address.
Feel free to comment below with any bird sightings, interesting plants, memories or suggestions! Thank you and have fun exploring!


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