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Earth 911
If Mother Earth could dial a phone, surely she would. We all know the damage pollution causes, the dangers of global warming, the disapperance of animal and plant species. It's sometimes easy to get discouraged and wonder what you can do. We at B. firmly and whole-heartedly believe in the words of English philosopher Sydney Smith:
"It is the greatest of all mistakes to do nothing because you can only do little—do what you can."
To us it's Earth day every day! We try in all we do to B. good—to kids, their parents and our planet. This often means making choices about materials for our packaging that cost a little more money: whether that is PET #1, the most recyclable plastic, polypropylene PP for our reusable bags, 100% recycled Kraft paper for our boxes, soy inks for our printing, or simply sometimes foregoing packaging altogether. It always always means using recycled and recyclable materials and encouraging parents to do the same.
We have fun with this. Take a look here at a collection of B. Green messages from our packaging. The words of our übertalented (and überhilarious) copywriter Amy Flanagan infuse our brand with mirth and merriment. Not a day goes by we don't giggle around here!
And we get serious too. We promote Earth911.com on our packaging because this website is one-stop source for where you can recycle almost anything, at a location near you! It's the largest and most comprehensive recycling directory in the USA. Try it; you'll be amazed. I used it to find a place to recycle a dozen tangled, mangled strands of non-working Christmas lights that had been taking up space in my basement for years.
This Sunday, April 22, is Earth Day 2012 and the Earth Day network is mobilizing a billion acts of green. Millions of people around the globe of all nationalities and backgrounds will Mobilize the Earth by voicing their appreciation for the planet and demanding its protection, standing united for a sustainable future and calling upon individuals, organizations, and governments to do their part.
Join in? Even by just showing our kids how to shut the lights or the faucet off we help a little. And lots of littles add up to a lot.


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Online Reservations
All staff fabulous: welcoming, knowledgeable. Noise level just fine on early evening to catch up chatting with a long time friend pre the music. Friend and I debated on the wine and were offered a taste which did determine our choice. I changed my order based on the fact that the tuna could not be cooked through based on the waitress recommendation and I was more than pleased. Well managed with great food: what a dining out experience should be.
I was fortunate to have a reservation for Halloween and had a great time. The live band was good, the noise level was loud but not over bearing. It was still easy to have a conversation without being obnoxiously loud. The food was good and the service was phenomenal for such a busy night. I will be back next year and many times before next Halloween. I heard the Brunch is great and will need to check it out soon!
It was amusing to see all the waiters/waitresses dressed up for the 80s prom Halloween theme. I really appreciated the hostess placing us on the 2nd floor overlooking the main dining floor and the jazz stage. The lights were dimmed to my liking for a date. As a Pennsylvanian, I was pleasantly surprised to see pierogies on the menu, and they were quite delectable. The portions of the main dishes were moderately large. Overall, good service, good food, good atmosphere, and good music. I am happy to have been here after hearing about it several times.
I often stop by The Beehive for the great live music, delicious food, and fun drinks. Our server on Thursday was delightful, personable, and attentive! I would recommend this place to any of my friends!
Can't be beat if you are going to Calderwood Pavillion or any of the other places right there
perfect for a dinner before a show - great menu, service and ambience.
The decor and live jazz were excellent. It was loud but not too loud to have a conversation. The food was excrllent
Had a Wonderful time @ The Beehive. Great atmosphere and music...the food was Delicious! We were there for dinner and would definitely go again!
The Beehive is one of my favorite places for brunch or lunch with large portions, diverse menu, and tasty dishes.
Can't wait to try sister restaurant "Beat Hotel " I hear it's larger with great food too
I picked Beehive for my month book & brunch club and was blown away by both the service and food. I've had trouble in the past with policies regarding entire parties being present before being seated (with a book club sometimes you get a no-show) and the hostess was very accommodating!
A group of us took a friend to brunch for her birthday. Great sounding jazz trio was playing, and we had our excellent waitress, Jen, to give us good advice and provide upbeat, excellent service all morning. Yummy cocktails and everyone enjoyed what they ordered although one omelet did come out cold. We especially liked the laid back, bohemian-like atmosphere.
Food was absolutely fabulous!!! Cannot wait for another occasion to go back. Live jazz during brunch was a plus.
We loved Brunch at Beehive, creative food, wonderful music, very friendly service...we loved it so much we went back for dinner the next night, same wonderful experience. Highly recommend and on next trip to Boston we will come back..
I was in town for a conference and was eating with some foodies from other parts of the country. I was the one who found Bee Hive and I scored some points with them! The menu was great for a vegetarian, but the meat eaters were happy as well. Very informed, accommodating staff. Hope to return one day soon!
At Beehive, table of 6 before theater. I had mussels--other items greek salad, salmon cake, couscous with lamb, burger. All reported to be excellent. We were in a hurry and no problem for server, kitchen--time issue handled easily and cordially! Very interesting visually--and some live music which created nice background, but as this was dinner, background music was good this & did not prevent dinner conversation. Really good place to go!
We had an awesome brunch on Sunday. The live jazz music properly made the ambience warm and relaxing. Very good food and kind service have complemented the great experience. We'll be back.
This was my second trip to Boston from Toronto and I made a point of going back to the Beehive and this time to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary. Atmosphere is excellent and food is great!
We had to wait a bit too much until we were seated, even though we had made a reservation. Apart from that, and that I think that the music is a bit too load and its difficult to talk, everything was great
Very nice place, with great atmosphere, music and food.
They have a live jazz band for Sunday brunch. The music was chill and the overall atmosphere was great. The food was outstanding. You have to try the eggs benedict and the french toast, both of which are to-die for. Beehive will become our go-to place for a classy yet casual, sunday brunch.
went for brunch on sunday and from the moment you walk in, everyone makes you feel that they are truly happy you are there. the stairs to go down into the restaurant for someone who has some limitations was a bit tricky but the maitre'd walked slowly and waited. never making me feel uncomfortable. our server was upbeat and friendly....and the food was really delicious. the quiche was the best i ever had and the portions are large. my husbands omelette was delicious. i would highly recommend ....
Had a great time and a terrific meal last night at Beehive. Kind of a downtown space and scene full of both tattoos and business suits. Music and the buzz in the room were fun. Service was awesome, starting with the hosts seating us at a great table and continuing thru a smart and helpful waitstaff. Food was terrific - chicken marsala for me was great, with tender chicken and complex flavoring that included a pleasantly surprising hint of bite. I'd recommend Beehive to anybody who likes people, an interesting room, great food and who doesn't need their dinner on a starched tablecloth.
When my good friend of 30 years had a birthday, I suggested the Beehive hoping such a backdrop would serve well for our much needed and overdue conversation. The great jazz, solid menu and unique atmosphere provided such a resoundingly fresh environment, we both couldn't help but have a fantastic evening. I have come to find these occasions often act more as an excuse to catch up with the important people who might not necessarily appear in our day-to-day life, and the Beehive staff certainly helped heighten the experience and make it truly memorable. I believe this place has already become an institution in the city of Boston and I look forward to celebrating many such occasions in the years to come.
We were in town for a Ballroom Thieves concert at relatively nearby Boston's Royale. Everything about the Beehive is worthy of the buzz. Exotic and polite hostesses, marvelous jazz band, friendly and knowledgable server, unique and delicious meal. This was our second visit to the hive and it was a perfect pre-event to an outstanding concert!
AS USUAL THE FOOD WAS TERRIFIC ... WENT FOR A SUNDAY JAZZ BRUNCH @ 2 PM ... Jazz was supposed to last until 3 Pm but ceased @ 2;30, which was not on the web site that morning ... very disappointing since that is why we went! Services was really slow, not our usual experience! Over all ... would go back for another Jazz brunch but will be wary of the schedule !!
Most importantly the wait staff at the Beehive could not have been friendlier or more accommodating and they were funny! Also it is such a cool, beautiful restaurant and very unique. The walls vary from exposed brick and huge granite block to white painted brick. Luxurious velvet drapes and wall hangings provide warmth and contrast. The paintings and chandelier are bright and warm. The eating area near the stage is decorated differently than the area near the bar. The food was delicious and interesting and the menu included a nice variety. We look forward to taking our friends there soon!
What a great spot of for music and dinner. We listened to two bands while we ate and drank. The bands were Jazz and Blues. Our food melted in our mouth. Also, the eat staff was fun and attentive. The tables are tight, but it allowed us to have conversations with neighboring tables.
Beehive always does a great job. Even when I needed to push back my reservation when my guest got lost getting into the city, they were hospitable and accommodating. I also appreciate that they don't seat incomplete parties. Jazz brunch was awesome!
Good food and good music. Only complaint is that our party of 9 was crammed into a very tight space between a wall and another large group.
We decided to go out to a restaurant for Thanksgiving this year with a group of friends. Beehive was a huge hit. The food was awesome, as was the service. We had some meat eaters and vegetarians and there were plenty of choices for each group. The jazz was great as well. We were sitting near the stage but still carry on a conversation with each other. I would definitely recommend the Beehive.
Food was great service was great!!! From start to finish!!!!!!!! Will be back soon!!!!!One very minor complaint was the tuna tartre.was a bit of a jumbled mess!
We were seated up front by the jazz trio which afforded a great view while the sound level still allowed for comfortable conversation. Many fellow non-cooking families; a good vibe overall. The wait staff were very friendly and natural - if they didn't want to be working on T-giving they certainly didn't show it! The food was prepared thoughtfully. I'd like to go back on a non-holiday and see what it's like in 'normal' mode.
My husband and I enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner at The Beehive. The menu was a variation of their normal menu but there was plenty to choose from. He had turkey with mashed potatoes, stuffing, brussels sprouts and cranberry sauce. I had the salmon which was paired with root vegetables and a delectable sauce. Dinner was apple pie, just like mom used to make! The evening started at the bar with a great bartender who knew his stuff!!!
What a great way to spend our Thanksgiving day! Our fam of 4, including a nearly ten-year old and a newly minted 7 year old, got the best seat in the house on the upper floor at the railing overlooking the live jazz and diners downstairs. The kids' menu was a little limited, although adventurous kids could have happily eaten many appetizer selections; our kids, sadly, are not adventurous. My rack of lamb was deelish and hubby was happy with his salmon. All 3 men ended their meals with pots de creme au chocolat and I devoured the pumpkin cheesecake. Attentive and festive service from the staff, especially Jessie, who was adorable.
Love this place and the jazz band. Don't like that you have to wait until your whole party is there to be seated. Also, they ran out of a dinner item we ordered and didn't tell us until after we already ordered. Had a great time besides that and would def go again, love the music and scene.
The Beehive is one of a kind - theatrical decor, genuine arty ambiance, very good food and super-pro service from the front door staff to the servers. Food's not trendy, just all done right (like if you order your salmon done medium, they actually do that). But the Beehive is an experience beyond the food. You go for the whole thing - the live music, the atmosphere, seeing people of all ages and walks of life out enjoying themselves. So festive. You can sit up close to the stage if you like, or, if you want it quieter, you can ask for a table farther away, though on a typical night it won't be very quiet anywhere. Great for a date, equally great to show out-of-town friends how cool Boston can be.
Beehive is a great place for atmosphere. Casual, funky, kind of bohemian; there's jazz music. Even though the food is very good; it's way overpriced for what you get. I'm a small person and don't usually mind small portions, but four tiny chicken wings for $11? The tamarind sauce was great, though. Tuna tartar for $17 as an appetizer. It was "schlocky" for lack of a better word. Way too much seaweed not enough tuna; not a very good presentation. My sole was probably less than 4 oz of fish. Sole is naturally thin, and I had only one filet with a heavy beaurre blanc sauce for $28. Wine was $12 for a tiny pour. Waiter was v. good, but bill with tip was $144 and my son didn't drink and had a short rib grilled cheese sandwich.
Food is great. Atmosphere is great. Drinks are great. Go.
It was my first time and I was on a date. From our greeting when we walked in, to the bartender and finally our server Brian. Everything was fantastic
We had a great time - a very unique interior! 2 levels- the people were attentive; the 30 minute wait for our table was exactly that:) The menu is suitable for healthy foodies, like me; the dinner music was just right- not too loud or busy. It was a great enjoyable experience!
4 of us all ordered something different and shared. We left nothing on our plates. Drinks were great, good was fabulous, service friendly and attentive.
Food was decadent and one of the best meals I"ve had out in a long time~! Atmosphere is very cool, hipster, 40's speakeasy-esque with live jazz in the background with newsie bartenders and fabulous servers! Great vibe-one of my favorite spots in the city! A must visit locale!!
The place was buzzing, with activity, music, and a vibrant bar scene. Excellent food and even better waitress - - Lydia See. Her descriptions of the food made us want to order a bit of everything. Highly recommend.
First time at the Beehive and was grateful for the valet parking. Seating was in the basement which was festively decorated & filled with live music--what a treat!--the whole atmosphere just makes you smile...a potpourri of coziness, simplicity, fun and for lack of a better word, lightness...The menu is diverse; I had the Morrocan cous cous--extremely tasty--and was happy to see that someone came immediately over to our table to ask who had the shellfish allergy to make sure anything with shellfish was not ordered accidentally. Our waitress was friendly and very helpful with our table's questions regarding the live entertainment. In fact, the lead singer came over to our table to introduce herself--how often does that happen anymore?
Our 7th wedding anniversary will never be forgotten. The whole Beehive experience was over the top. Food was some of the best that we have ever Had in Boston. Great Job!!!!
A great place for meeting friends and having cocktails and a bite to eat before the show. Lots of good looking people, lively place, good food and service.
Amazing, amazing, and more amazing. Old, young, formal, casual....bar or romantic dinner, it's all there and perfect for everyone. Only thing I didn't like was that I couldn't use the gift card for the tip as well. Didn't make sense to me.... But I'm still going back without a doubt.
Crowded and busy as it usually is when I go there which tends to be on weekends, in this case Friday night. The food was excellent. The staff handled the comotion well: we were seated within a few minutes of our reservation time. The music was a bit quiet given the atmosphere, otherwise a first rate dining experience.
4 of us went to the Beehive on the recommendation of my husband. We are a group of 40something year old highschool friends who only get together a couple of times per year. The Beehive was funky, eclectic and had a really cool vibe to it. The food was excellent, service was great and overall we had an awesome time. The prices were very affordable for a Boston restaurant.


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It would probably be helpful to the developers to get some ideas of scripting features that would be useful for us. So I'm starting the list. Add on as you see fit.
- method: freezeAction()
Causes Link and the enemies to freeze in place. This would be used when you want to pause to allow some action to happen, without affecting anything else going on in the room. For instance, this could be used to allow a wall to slowly slide into place when a switch is triggered. Check out the upper right cornder of the first dungeon in the dark world of LttP to see a good example of this - when you hit the statue with an arrow, Link and the trap freeze in place while the wall takes some 20-30 seconds to reach it's final destination.- method: unFreezeAction()
The reverse, this starts the action up again.- method: Link->Hide()
Turns Link invisible.- method: Link->Show()
Makes Link visible again.- method: Link->Freeze()
Link stops in place, will not respond to user input.- method: Link->UnFreeze()
Link responds to input again.- method: Spawn(type, x, y)
Spawns an enemy of type type at location (x, y). A very useful action this would be.


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Thank you, Kellie
Florida's Government-in-the-Sunshine Law applies to any gathering of two or more local or state government officials who sit on the same board.
Basically, officials are required to keep all meetings open and public. This way, the public can participate if they want to, public records can actually exist, and we as the public can have access to those records.
"You don't act like you're thirty, Mom." I can't quite tell if it's embarrassment or amazement coming from my 12-year-old's mouth. I take a shot in the dark: "You mean I'm acting too old?" I try to hide the worry in my voice. I was excited to hit my third decade last month, but the last thing I was looking for was to be OLD.
As any responsible journalist would, I do my best never to pass up a free meal.
Most of us, after all, are not in this business to make money – as our meager salaries clearly indicate. Most of us regard our jobs as a kind of service – an important role within our community.
"You know, it's going to be hard when mother dies," my mom confided to my big brother Roger recently. In the late stages of dementia, sometimes my mom thinks that Roger is her youngest brother Dexter, who died more than 25 years ago. Now in her 80s she still mourns for her mom and her little brother.
Some of you may have noticed, or heard by now, that the Beacon's office is a little… different.
I taught freshman composition in the morning at Central Florida Community College in Chiefland then attended middle school in Bronson Tuesday afternoon. And I was schooled.
I know that sounds strange. But it's the truth.
I went back to middle school because my 10-year-old son, Taylor, who is in fifth grade spent 40 minutes talking to me the night before about a presentation on nicotine that he had seen by a "real scientist," Dr. Victor DeNoble.
I read an eye-opening book a few years ago called Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria? And Other Conversations on Race. Though our schools may be largely integrated now, thanks to the hard work and sacrifice of many during the Civil Rights Movement, segregation – in smaller forms – is alive and well.
I Jimmy Bishop was a part of Cedar Key History in the making.
I remember when people entering into Cedar Key, the first thing they would see were docks with gill nets pulled onto the dock's railing, the nets waving in the breeze. And that's history.
I like Halloween. Always have. Always will.
Phew. I finally made it.
Dear Editor,
I remember when the Big Dock burned the year 1950.
Finding yourself at rock bottom is not a situation anyone plans.
Feb. 25, 2010
I called my mom earlier this month. It was late for her 9:58 p.m. in Murray, Utah, and late for me, 11:58 p.m. in Levy County, Florida. My mom told me early in January that she'd like me to make calling her more often my new year's resolution. So I did.
Driving through Cedar Key is a joy for the eyes. Our small town has done a great job of keeping the Chain Restaurants, the Tract Housing and any sort of Commercial Sprawl that has infected so much of the rest of Florida out of these city streets. When you hear people talk of Cedar Key, you usually hear things like 'Old Florida', 'Untouched', 'Original' or other descriptions which describe a historic small town like ours.
When is the best time for fishing? Is it on the spring tide or the neap tide?
The best time for fishing is on either tide if a person knows where to fish and what kind of fish to fish for.
As the Cedar Key Beacon wrapped up its 25th year of serving the island community in September, it seems fitting that Oct. 4-10 marks National Newspaper Week.
The Hathcox Reunion was once again a huge success. The staff at the Island Place could not have been more accomodating: the sightseeing trip; the Ellwood fishing trip.
I have been a member of the Hathcox and Cedar Key community for over 43 years. I've seen many, many changes; the old Cedar Key is no more, but the lasting relationships with the old families is always a cherished reminder of the 60's to present. Don't lose that special touch of yesteryear.
Hopefully, we will meet again at the annual Old Timers Celebration.
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- x Activity Trekking/Hiking
Best of the West (NUAA)
Skyscrapers, sequoias and impossibly big skies await you in America's West. This 15-day tour through the urban and natural wonders of California, Arizona and Nevada is perfect for travellers who want to inject a little downtown energy into their out-of-town escapes. In the cities, you'll traverse the concrete jungle by day with an expert CEO and overnight in centrally located hotels. Elsewhere, you'll get the chance to marvel at the grandeur of the Grand Canyon and bike in the Yosemite Valley before tucking into a barbecue dinner and camping under the stars. This is no dream; it's the West like you've never seen it before.
Highlights: Stargaze in Los Angeles, marvel at a Grand Canyon sunset, get your kicks on Route 66, take a chance in Las Vegas, camp under the stars, hike in Yosemite, embrace the laidback spirit of California's coast.
Alaska Active Escape (NUAE)
Alaska – so raw, vast, and far-out it may as well be its very own planet. This adventure lets hardy travellers explore an exotic foreign world without ever leaving Earth, affording visitors a hands-on appreciation for the land (and sea and air) via kayaking, whitewater rafting, hiking, and wildlife-spotting. Trek the Kenai Peninsula, get an all-access look at the Alaskan Sealife Center, and experience the rugged frontier spirit of Anchorage by day, then tuck yourself away in a cozy hotel by night.
Highlights: Paddle among towering peaks and icebergs in the Alaskan wilderness, hike among a glacial icefield, learn about the local wildlife, experience the views and isolation of the Kenai peninsula, ride the rapids on a rafting adventure, lodge with tremendous mountain views
Los Angeles to San Francisco Adventure (NUAF)
LA, San Francisco, Vegas, the Grand Canyon—they might as well rename this whole region 'The American Best.' Steel yourself for 8 days of 24-hour thrills as you dive headfirst into the best the West has to offer. Scour the streets of classic American cities in search of the classic American meal—the venerable hamburger—then escape the grid to camp and explore in Yosemite and the Grand Canyon. Add in a streetwise local CEO to keep you headed in the right direction and you're all set for a whirlwind adventure you won't soon forget, if ever.
Highlights: Take a dip in the Colorado River, stargaze in Los Angeles, experience a Grand Canyon sunset, roll the dice in Las Vegas, camp under the stars, stroll the hills of San Francisco, hike in Yosemite.
San Diego, Grand Canyon & Vegas (NUAV)
Kicks abound on Route 66—come get yours. Nicknamed 'Main Street of America', there's nothing Norman Rockwell-esque on the stretch of highway you'll travel on this trip. Burgers, longboards and big-city shenanigans are the order of the day every day as you take in the sights and sounds of LA, Vegas, San Diego and the Grand Canyon with an expert CEO leading the way. If you've always longed to see the real American Southwest but never had the time or the money, well, you're fresh out of excuses.
Highlights: Experience a Grand Canyon sunset, stargaze in Los Angeles, roll the dice in Las Vegas, indulge in the attractions of San Diego, get your kicks on Route 66.
Chicago to San Francisco Road Trip (NUCF)
Remember the country they sing about in 'America the Beautiful'? The one with the spacious skies, gleaming alabaster cities and majestic purple mountains? It's still out there. Come see it with us. Ideal for wildlife enthusiasts and outdoorsy folk who want to see the country by day and revel downtown by night, this trip takes you across the Great West, from the City of Big Shoulders through Yellowstone and Yosemite and past herds of grazing bison to the City by the Bay. In a word: Perfect.
Highlights: Camp along the Mississippi, Hike the Badlands, witness geysers at Yellowstone and presidents at Mt Rushmore, meet the wildlife of Grand Teton National Park and in Jackson's One Million Dollar Cowboy Bar, explore the hills of San Francisco
San Francisco to Los Angeles Adventure (NUFA)
Vegas, Frisco, LA and the quest for the perfect burger—all that's missing from this quintessentially American experience is a ballgame and mom's apple pie. Promising unfiltered fun from dawn to dusk in some of the West's best locales, this trip mixes downtown excitement with all-natural, full-contact thrills exploring the Grand Canyon and camping under the stars in Yosemite National Park. All this in just one reasonably-priced week? This is America, the land of opportunity! Believe in the impossible.
Highlights: Experiencing the lights of San Francisco and Las Vegas, hiking Yosemite and the Grand Canyon, stargazing in Los Angeles, driving Route 66, camping in nature.
Camping America's West (NUFF)
Think every trail in the Great American West has been blazed by now? Think again, partner. Spread across 22 glorious days, this trip takes you on an incredible loop from beautiful San Francisco and back again with stops in LA, San Diego, Scottsdale and Vegas along the way. In between, you'll have the chance to take a dip in the Pacific, raft the Colorado River, hike the Grand Canyon and stretch out under star-filled skies in the region's top national parks. Three weeks of your life, a memory for all time.
Highlights: Stroll the hills of San Francisco, savour views of the scenic coastline, learn about Navajo culture, hike through the best of the West's parks, stand on the rim of the Grand Canyon, play the odds in Las Vegas.
San Francisco to New Orleans Road Trip (NUFO)
Bridging two iconic cities, this is a road trip that features amazing national parks, quirky landmarks and the spirit of America. Learn about Navajo culture, play the odds in Vegas, bask in genuine southern hospitality and get your cowboy on in Texas. Centrally located hotels in the cities and campsites in the wilderness keep you in the heart of the action no matter where you are. With so much heart and soul and so much to see and do on the road to New Orleans, don't leave your heart in San Francisco because you're going to need it.
Highlights: Stroll the hills of San Francisco, catch a sunset at the Grand Canyon, marvel at cliff dwellings in Mesa Verde, feel the heat in Death Valley, roll the dice in Las Vegas, search for wildlife in Yosemite.
Canyon Country & Coasts (NUFV)
Speckled with national parks, bustling cities, natural treasures and must-see monuments, the Southwest—America's great wide open—is a living postcard. On this trip, you'll venture inland from the Pacific Coast of California to the Grand Canyon and Monument Valley, camping outdoors and reconnecting with a side of this great country most rarely see. Paired up with an attentive and knowledgeable CEO, this trip is perfect for nature-minded travellers eager to see the best of the Southwest in a short period of time.
Highlights: Stroll the streets of San Francisco, stargaze in Los Angeles, marvel at cliff dwellings at Montezuma Castle, peer over the Grand Canyon rim, hike the best of the West's national parks.
Coast to Coast Road Trip Eastbound (NUFY)
Get out on the road and follow in the footsteps of Jack Kerouac to discover the real America. This ultimate coast-to-coast road trip connects you and your small group of fellow travellers to the iconic cities, natural wonders, national parks and monuments that make this land great. Learn about Navajo culture in the Southwest and what the odds are in Las Vegas. Whether it's comfortable hotels in the cities or campsites in national parks, you'll always be close to the action. So slide on your cowboy boots in Texas and your dancing shoes in Nashville and Memphis—it's time to embrace the spirit of this land by hitting the open road.
Highlights: Stroll the hills of San Francisco, look for wildlife in Yosemite, party in Las Vegas and New Orleans, marvel at the Grand Canyon and the cliff dwellings in Mesa Verde, watch bats in flight at Carlsbad Caverns, relive history in Washington DC, gaze at the New York City skyline.
Highlights of Alaska (NUGG)
A vast, rugged land of jaw-dropping beauty and abundant wildlife, Alaska remains America's last truly unconquered frontier. Up to the challenge? This 15-day adventure will put you in touch with this massive state better than you'd imagined possible, mixing hotel stays with cabins typical of the Alaskan wilderness. Along the way, you'll sample amazingly fresh seafood in Anchorage, hike Denali National Park, investigate glaciers and be blown away by the awesome majesty of your surroundings. Prepare to have your horizons expanded tenfold.
Highlights: Devour seafood in Anchorage, hike in stellar Denali National Park, stare up at Mt McKinley, hear glaciers groan at Wrangell-St Elias National Park, marvel at the views of the Kenai Peninsula
Southwest Highlights (NUNL)
Time for a pop quiz: Los Angeles, San Francisco and Las Vegas, or Death Valley, Yosemite and the Grand Canyon? Correct answer: both! This incredible 22-day adventure starts fast and never lets up for a second, introducing you to the very best of the American West and much, much more. This trip offers an unbeatable blend of outdoors and big cities; encounter the unusual 'hoodoos' of Bryce Canyon National Park, take an optional helicopter ride over the Grand Canyon, sample the local vintages in Santa Barbara and explore some of the West's biggest and brightest cities. You'll never want to go home.
Highlights: Meet the Navajo in stunning Monument Valley, marvel at the Grand Canyon, hike in the beautiful Bryce Canyon and Zion national parks, roll the dice in Las Vegas, drive the Pacific Coast Highway from LA to SF
National Parks & Bright Lights (NUNP)
From the Golden Gate Bridge to glowing canyon walls at sunset, this trip captures the beauty of the cities and wilderness of the Western US. It's perfect for the traveller looking to breathe in the scent of the sequoias of Yosemite by day but wanting the comforts of a hotel at night. Prepare yourself for otherworldly 'hoodoos' in Bryce Canyon National Park and the desert scenery in Death Valley—the lowest spot on the continent—before taking an optional helicopter ride above the incomparable Grand Canyon. You won't just visit the West Coast—you'll live it.
Highlights: Search for stars in Los Angeles, meet the Navajo in stunning Monument Valley, marvel at the Grand Canyon, hike in the beautiful Bryce Canyon and Zion national parks, roll the dice in Las Vegas.
- Travel Style:
- Classic
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Standard
- Physical Grading:
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Napa Valley Active Escape (NUNV)
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Southwest Highlights (NUNL) | 22 days | Classic | Standard |
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Napa Valley Active Escape (NUNV) | 6 days | Active | Upgraded |
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Pacific Coast California Express (NUPC) | 8 days | Classic | Standard |
Western Express Northbound (NUPN) | 8 days | Classic | Standard |
Western Express Southbound (NUPS) | 8 days | Classic | Standard |
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The Kanzan Cherry grows to be 30' - 40' feet in height.
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This cherry does well in full sun.
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The Kanzan Cherry grows in acidic, alkaline, drought tolerant, loamy, sandy, well drained, wet, clay soils.
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This cherry has vase shape.
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Beautiful double pink blossoms, good fall color, lack of fruit, and an upright, vase-shaped form make the Kanzan cherry the most popular cultivar of all the double flowering cherries. It is a splendid specimen tree and can be planted in containers, along walks and streets, and in buffer strips. It can also be used for bonsai.
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- Sawmill residue that is not suitable for making paper is used as biomass energy.
- The national paper recycling rate has reached an all-time high of 58%.
- Canada's forest products industry supports a "no good paper to landfill" policy, encouraging Canadians to recycle even more.
4. Reduce greenhouse gases and help fight climate change.
The relationship between forests, forest products, and greenhouse gases is complex, and it is an area of science in which learning is still developing. But our customers want to deal with companies that take seriously the challenge of reducing greenhouse gases. Toward that end, our industry has already surpassed its Kyoto targets by more than ten times what it would have been required to do had the deal had been ratified. Moreover, ours is the only forest industry in the world to commit to being carbon neutral, and we are well on our way toward achieving that goal.
Canada's forest products industry has become a leader in reducing greenhouse gas emissions associated with climate change because it delivers a triple benefit: helping the environment, lowering costs, and aiding global market acceptance of Canadian products. Now the industry is pledging to achieve a world first: to become carbon neutral through the lifecycle of products by 2015, without purchasing carbon offset credits. Canadian producers will embrace more renewable energy and greater energy efficiency, improved forestry practices that boost carbon storage, and divert even more good paper from landfills.
Look at what reducing greenhouse gases means in Canada:
- The pulp and paper sector has reduced its greenhouse emissions to 57% below 1990 levels.
- The same sector gets 60% of its total energy needs from renewable energy—especially biomass.
- The industry produces enough energy to supply all of the electricity needs of greater Vancouver or Denver, with more on the way.
- The industry's goal is to achieve "100% net energy self sufficient" using renewable fuels.
5. Welcome independent scrutiny of forest management practices.
Customers want to know that we have been subject to independent scrutiny, and so we welcome that discipline. In fact, no company that refuses independent certification can be a member of FPAC.
Transparency and accountability are fundamental to the Canadian concept of sustainability. Foreign observers have expressed envy at how our public is assured, by law, in forest management planning. Furthermore, the internationally recognized third-party certification standards for sustainable forest management, to which most Canadian companies adhere, require them to seek public input in setting program goals and/or report regularly to the public about performance on the ground.
Look at what welcoming independent scrutiny means in Canada:
- Canadian laws provide explicitly for public input in the development of forest management programs.
- Canada has more than 145.7 million hectares of certified forest—an area double the size of Alberta or Texas—more than any other country.
- All certified operators are third-party audited for compliance with the certifying body's standard.
Canada is a global leader in sustainable forest management. Customers and consumers alike can be assured that the forest products coming from Canada meet to their fullest the five key principles of being a responsible source.


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might be one of the coolest PS I've seen!!!
Never have I seen so much quilt on a spalted top. Insane.
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Amps - PRS, Orange, Bogner, 5150 III
ONE photo? ONE? You're killing me!
I'm not a fan of that close to natural on many guitars, but on that one that is the only option! Beautiful.
I might have picked the wrong day to visit.
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