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Brake Pedals & Shafts
I understand that the brake pedal, should fit snuggly on the shaft. What I don't understand is why the tolerance is so tight. After the shaft was pressed from the pedal, there was obvious signs the metal was in some places was actually ripped or scored.
If they are to be that tight - I don't understand - how you would push them in and align the bolt in the pedal with the shaft.
If they are to be tight but not the tight - what's the trick for taking a 0.001 - 0.002 off the inside of the pedal or the shaft itself?
Re: Brake Pedals & Shafts
Hi All - Need some on this.
Please and thanks - Ken
Re: Brake Pedals & Shafts
Ken once things are cleaned up they should slide on and turn so you can alight the set screw. If you drove on the shaft it probably expanded it. Try grinding a little off the end.
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Yeah, all I have done is clean it up REAL good on a wire wheel, clean out the pedal hole with sandpaper (or if you have a wire brush that fits), then use some penetrating oil (or antisieze might work) and reassembled. If you got it apart, you've already done the hard part.
As mentioned, if you had to pound on it to take it apart,you might want to grind off any mushrooming that might have occurred on the end of the shaft.
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Re: Brake Pedals & Shafts
Just want to clarify - the brake pedal should go onto the brake shaft with some resistance and it should be able to rotate but it should not have to pressed in like it was pressed out?
Thanks for the posts, Ken
Re: Brake Pedals & Shafts
That's pretty much it Ken, clean it up enough to put back together, they are almost always a fight, it's just not you, I have pressed them, heated them and had a couple that would not come apart
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· D300 questions
Hi all
Almost bought a used D2x but after seeking advice here and some further thought decided to get a used D300 instead and went ahead and bought one over the weekend. Will arrive this Tuesday and comes in mint- condition with 1 year guarantee. Shutter count is 3.5k and cost 400 UK. Cant wait to open the box and get started!
However, before the camera turns up I thought Id ask a few quick questions:
First, what are peoples views on the best type of compact flash card I can put in it? Im coming from the D50 so my CF knowledge is almost non existent. At present, Im thinking of an 8gb San Disk Extreme 60 mb/s. Quick, reliable and comes with rescue software. Would have gone for the San Disk Ultra but that seems not as well built and slower at 30 mb/s. Is there a significant difference between the two and would I notice it on the D300?
Second, I currently have the 18-70 lens and plan to use that on the D300 to begin with. Anyone know how this lens performs on the D300? Im thinking of upgrading my lenses but kinda want to hold off until we see what happens in the DX line up. Although, at a push, I would be willing to consider a used 18-200 VR (or at a hard push the 17-55) and a prime (either the 35 or the 50, not quite sure which would be best). Any thoughts on these lenses?
Third, considering that this camera is probably going to be my main camera for the next year or so, I would also consider picking up the grip. What are peoples views on the D300 grip? Is there a significant difference between the Nikon grip and a generic grip? Ive also come across some posts where people have had problems with grips causing problems. Are there any know issues that I need to know about?
Finally, when I get the D300 up and running, as it is used, is there anything I ought to test and scrutinize carefully over the next few days to make sure everything is working okay? Any known issues?
Sorry for the relatively long post, but once again, would very much appreciate peoples thoughts on these issues.
Many thanks in advance.
Jan 21, 2013 at 12:19 PM
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Good choice on the d300 over the d2x....the d300 is in pretty much every way a better camera...
1) CF cards..dont worry too much about it...i use 30 or 40mb/s transcend's and some sandisk ultra's..to me they're plenty fast...some people wouldnt like them, but they write fast enough for me...
2) the 18-70 is a great lens!! Pretty sharp, versatile, compact, relatively well built....only thing is the zoom ring rotation is a little tight...the 17-55 is nice as well, but only if you can afford it!
3) you kinda take your chances on 3rd party grips....i have a zeikos grip for my d300's, and on both bodies, a battery in the grip no longer works, and it drains the internal battery in about 5 minutes...
Some people have luck with generic grips, i did for 3 years almost....
As for things to look for...not really anything particular...things can go bad at any time....when a body is brand new, or with tons of mileage ....
Jan 21, 2013 at 12:38 PM
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I still use my D300, holding out for the DX successor...
1) stay with a major manufacturer on the CF card. They're more reliable and you have better warrantees. The top write speed of the camera is ~35 MB/sec, so going above that is not going to buy you anything.
2) I've been using the 18-70 for 7 years since I got it on my D70. It's a great lens. I recently upgraded to the 16-85...
3) I haven't used any grips, but have only read about them here. 3rd party grips as Nathan said are iffy.
Not knowing where you bought it from, I would check if the shutter worked consistently, if it focused properly with the 18-70 at various zoom positions, make sure you can zoom the 18-70 though its entire range, check for scratches (mold)on the lens. Exercise every switch position to see if they all work.
Jan 21, 2013 at 01:11 PM
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1) That card should be fine - you've got a decent buffer in the D300 and the main benefit to faster cards will be how fast you pull the photos off the card. Unless you are shooting high-frames-per-second sports, don't worry about it. I prefer Lexar myself.
2) 18-70 is a fine start, and a really good zoom range for the D300. Look around for a 35 f/1.8 or a 50 f/1.8 to have some additional fun.
3) Any particular reason why you want the grip? If you're only planning to keep the camera for a year or so, I wouldn't bother with a grip, or would just get a 3rd party one. I have a grip for my D300s and haven't used it yet
Consider buying a copy of Thom Hogan's D300 Guide. I learned a lot about my camera and DSLRs in general. The AF system of the D300 is amazingly capable, and very complex (not hard to use so much as there are a lot of settings you can optimize for best results).
Jan 21, 2013 at 01:17 PM
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I've had my D300 since right around release date. I use 133x Transcend cards - cheap, never had a failure (knock on wood) and transfer speeds aren't a big concern on the camera.
I also have had the 18-70 for the same amount of time. It's such a great little lens. Is it pro-caliber? No. The build quality is a little cheap, no VR, variable aperture... but it's light, pretty sharp, compact, and inexpensive. Use the heck out of it.
I would skip the mega-zooms. If you want a telephoto, the 70-300 VR is a great compliment to the 18-70, while also not breaking the bank or your back. Other than that, figure out where your lenses are not satisfying you before you start upgrading. I mean, the 17-55 is a fine lens, but if your problem is that you really like the 30mm focal length but you want to take pictures in very low light, the 35mm f/1.8 will give you more light for less money. I have a 50mm f/1.4 that I don't use much because I find it to be an awkward focal length on DX - I use my 35mm f/1.8 much more. Personal preference - shoot with your camera and figure out the focal lengths you prefer.
I don't use grips on my cameras. It's big and heavy enough as it is - but that's just personal preference.
Only thing I'd test is for dust on the sensor (so you know if you have to clean it), test all the buttons to make sure they work, and then shoot a couple test charts just so you know if the autofocus works. Test for dust by zooming your lens all the way in, manually focus to the closest setting, set the lens to the minumum aperture (f/22 probably) and take a picture of the sky. Dust spots will be evident.
Jan 21, 2013 at 02:23 PM
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Cards: True that the D300 can't take advantage of cards faster than 233X (35MB/sec). However, you mentioned that you might upgrade in a year. If you are sure of that, then buy cards with speed and capacity that will work with your future camera. (Don't go nuts here. Bleeding edge 1000X-high capacity cards are expensive, and will probably go down in price in a year. Only you can weigh the pros and cons depending on how many and which model cards you are buying.) Also, don't throw away your old cards. I use them to store saved settings from the camera.
Lenses: Also consider the 16-85. Quite a bit better than the 18-70 and has VR. Not as expensive as the 17-55. The long end (85mm) is very useful.
Grip: Think hard whether you need the extra fps. 6fps on Continuous High (max on the D300 without grip) is plenty for most situations. If you are thinking about the extra battery power, get a few more batteries. Again, if you are thinking of upgrading in a year, the grip won't be compatible with your future camera.
Enjoy the camera. Except for low light high ISO situations, still an excellent a camera for the average user.
Jan 21, 2013 at 03:09 PM
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I've got the D200, D300 & D700.
CF cards - stick with major brands, as noted above;
Grips - unless you are shooting certain sports, I can't see getting the grip. I received one (Nikon) for the D300 & D700. The extra speed is not worth that much unless you REALLY need it. If buying a grip - I would stick with Nikon. I can't see skimping on spending funds for things that connect electrically with the cameras (batteries, grips, etc) Enjoy the cam - it is really a beau to use!
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Enjoy your new camera. I've had one since release date.
The 18-70 is fine. The 17-55 is stellar. It also turns the D300 into a very heavy brick to wear around your neck
Shoot RAW, process in LR4, you can get good results from 3200 easily and 6400 if you are very careful. It's not noise free, but it's better than film
Jan 21, 2013 at 07:05 PM
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1) Lexar 400X or Sandisk Extreme or equivalent from another reputable company will be your best bet.
2) Stick with the 18-70 the 18-200 brings you nothing except reach. And if you don't already own the 17-55. Well the D300's not going to give you a reason to get it coming from a D2X.
3) Go first party. Anyone who's still making 3rd party is the worst of the worst. After the D700 was put to pasture. These 3rd party guys make money off what's current. They have no time for keeping inventory. Besides the point the price difference even back in the day wasn't worth the risk 200 vs 100. Now its like 350 vs 100.
When you first get the camera. Check the shutter count with taking a photo and sending it to a shutter count website. Make sure it is as low as claimed.
Other than that. The other D300 issues you can't figure out unless you've really used it. I've had people with AF-focusing quirks only their bodies exhibit. I have a Shutter problem which is somewhat reported. But I'm at 80K+ clicks
Jan 21, 2013 at 09:08 PM
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I love the D300. The control layout is virtually identical to the D700. Aside from a slight difference in size and the fact that it uses a crop sensor, there's not much of a learning curve when transitioning between the two. I mention this mainly because there's a lot of reasonably priced used D700s coming onto the market and it's a nice camera to pair with the D300. In fact, the bodies are so close to one another that they can use the same grip.
The 18-70 is a decent lens, but would save up for a 17-55. My two cents on that matter anyway.
As for the grip, I'd go with the factory made MB-D10. Unlike the third party designs, Nikon makes theirs out of magnesium. I didn't think I'd care much for a grip originally, but I've become really fond of mine and it seems to stay on the camera more than it's off the longer I keep it. It's essential for events that demand a lot of battery life (astro photography and weddings, for instance), plus if you find yourself in portrait mode a lot, it's nice having that extra trigger on the side. My only gripe with the Nikon grip is that the side trigger is a little too sensitive - there's not a lot of play between activating the AF and triggering the shutter.
As with any older camera, sensors are occasionally prone to develop "hot" or "dead" pixels over time. This isn't necessarily a major issue, but it has to go to Nikon to get these mapped out.
Jan 28, 2013 at 06:57 AM
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I have been using a pair of D300 bodies with SanDisc CF cards that are 8GB.
If you are only going to be using the camera for a short time, I would not invest in any DX lenses. You may want to go FX in your near future. Also, the 18-70 has got a weak part in it that may or may not lock up the entire lens, so don't totally rely upon it. I have had two fail in that way. I am currently using the new 85mm F1.8G and the new 50mm F1.8G with very nice results. Almost any wide will work; 20mm F2.8AFD, 24mm F2.8AFD will both be compact on that camera. I never needed a grip. Get a spare camera battery.
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A grip is useful when you take much exposures in the portrait format and when you want to use the camera in overdrive speed.
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I'd spring for a clean, used 17-55 which are selling on average in the $780 range on eBay here in the U.S. It will likely hold 90-95% of its value when you want to sell it, unlike some other lenses, making it the ideal match to your D300 at little risk financially if you ever move to full-frame.
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Roddin' and Racin' will be joined by Restoration Performance Center in Tempe for a fun event that will feature hot rods and cool cars that can cruise on the drag strip. The event will feature a burnout contest, two drag races and display wonderful and weird cars that are rarely ever seen. The event will be held at Wild Horse Motorsports Park from 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. For more information visit here. For preregistration information visit www.restorationperformance.com Special raffle items will be featured and will benefit the 100 Club of Arizona.
Reserve your seats for a great evening of music performed by Bandstand Shows playing great music from the 50's thru the 90's. The concert is at Eli's American Grille in Scottsdale. Doors open at 5 p.m., the show starts at 7 p.m. All tickets have a 2 drink minimum. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/BandstandShows
Planet Fitness is teaming up with the Travis Manion Foundation and the 100 Club of Arizona to host this event. 100% of the race proceeds will be split between the Travis Manion Foundation and the 100 Club of Arizona. Run to SUPPORT THE FALLEN! The event will be held at Tempe Beach Park and will start at 8 a.m.. There will be post race activities including a Vendor Village, a kid play area and DJ. To register use the 100 Club Code CB1 visit www.travismanion.org/get-involved/911-heroes-run/
In honor of all those who lost their lives on 9/11 and our first responders and military who continue to protect us from foreign and domestic threats, the southern Arizona First Responders is hosting the Never Forgotten 9/11 Tower Challenge. The climb will be at the University of Arizona Football Stadium. There were 110 floors, 2071 step in the Twin Towers and you can take the challenge of climb 100 floors, all 2071 steps. To find out more information or to register of the Never Forgotten 9/11 Tower Challenge visit http://www.eventbrite.com/e/never-forgotten-911-tower-challenge-tickets-12385704977?aff=eac2 Not up to the climb? You can donate and help support a participant at the above link too.
Sun Devil Football is proud to host all first responders, their friends and family, and those supporting the 100 Club and Arizona Highway Patrol Association to the 3rd Annual First Responders Night with Sun Devil Football. Come watch as the Sun Devils take on the UCLA Bruins in a PAC 12 South matchup. A portion of every ticket bought via the First Responders Code will be donated to the 100 Club and AHPA. To purchase tickets visit promo.sundeviltickets.com and enter the code: firstresponders. Kickoff is at 7 p.m.
Join us at the 20th Annual Padre Murphy's charity Golf Classic. The Tournament will be held at the 500 Club Golf Course at 4707 W. Pinnacle Peak Road, Glendale. The tournament will host a variety of fun holes in a foursome play style. The tournament begins with registration at 6:30 a.m. and will end with a fantastic awards luncheon at Parde Murphy's. To find out more information on the event or to register to play please email John Wold the Tournament Coordinator at email@example.com
The Zehring Brothers Car Rally will hold their 8th Annual event at the San Tan Village WalMart plaza at 2621 S. Market Street in Gilbert. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and features hundreds of cars from classic to collector to fun entries that fill the parking lot. There will be family fun, food, goody bags and contests. There will also be raffle prizes and a silent auction. All proceeds raised from this fun family day event will benefit the 100 Club of Arizona. For more information on the event visit http://www.zehringbrothersbenefit.org
Mark your calendars for an event you will not want to miss! Join the Arizona State Credit Union, Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), State Employee Charitable Campaign (SECC), the 100 Club of Arizona, and Ronald McDonald House Charities of Phoenix for a scenic motorcycle ride and marvelous classic car show. The Event will include live entertainment, 50/50 raffle, a motorcycle demonstration from the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS), some of Phoenix's best food trucks, and much more for Arizona families.
Classic car show categories include; Original/Survivor (1972 and older); Classic (1951-1963); Convertible; Custom; Muscle car (1964-1972); Competition/Race; Truck; Vintage/Antique (Pre 1950); Military/Police; People's Choice. The motorcycle ride check-in will begin at 7 a.m. with the ride departing at 8 a.m. The motorcycle ride will begin at Arizona State Credit Union, 2355 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Phoenix 85027, and end at the Arizona State Capitol parking lot. Multiple routes are available; selection will be up to the discretion of the participant. The classic car show check-in will begin at 7 a.m., with the show opening to the public at 9 a.m.
The classic car show will be held at the Arizona State Capitol parking lot. For more information visit: https://secc.az.gov/motocar-calendar
Sun Devil Football is proud to host all first responders, their friends and family, and those supporting the 100 Club and Arizona Highway Patrol Association to the 3rd Annual First Responders Night with Sun Devil Football. Come watch as the Sun Devils take on the UCLA Bruins in a PAC 12 South matchup. A portion of every ticket bought via the First Responders Code will be donated to the 100 Club and AHPA. To purchase tickets visit promo.sundeviltickets.com and enter the code: firstresponders. Kickoff is at 7 p.m.


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---- — PELHAM — Education officials are reviewing policies for drug searches and disciplining students over drug use, as the community embarks on a community awareness campaign.
Superintendent Amanda Lecaroz said officials could put new policies in place as soon as next month.
Lecaroz said the discipline policy won't strictly emphasize punishment.
"There will be more of an intervention than a discipline focus," she said.
The School Board took up the issue of using drug-detecting dogs for searches earlier this month.
"I have had a number of requests from people on the board, as well as people in the community, if we can have dog searches within schools," Lecaroz told the board.
The district does have a policy that empowers principals, in consultation with the superintendent and legal counsel, to initiate such searches of school property.
But Lecaroz said in four years as an administrator in the district that is where the issue has stopped.
"Every time I consulted our legal counsel, the recommendation was we did not have enough evidence to indicate a pervasive drug issue," Lecaroz told the board.
Legal counsel has advised administrators they need to have evidence of multiple students using drugs in multiple places before a search.
School Board members have been skeptical about the lawyer logic.
"How is there not enough evidence when kids have been caught on school property?" board member Megan Larson asked.
But Lecaroz told the board it hasn't amounted to multiple incidents.
"We're not doing a good enough job catching them in the act," School Board vice chairman Deb Ryan said.
Lecaroz anticipates more board discussion about searches with police and legal counsel in October.
In the meantime, the superintendent said the community awareness campaign, initiated by Selectman Hal Lynde, is just the beginning of the effort to aid parents and help students make good decisions.
The kickoff tomorrow includes activities at schools during the day, capped with a community forum at 6 p.m. at Pelham High, 85 Marsh Road.
"We felt we needed a kickoff event to draw attention to the issue," Lecaroz.
More forums will follow, including ones to help parents.
"It's just the beginning of things," Lecaroz said.


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Lisa Bluder picked up career win #600 in style as Iowa led #12 Purdue from start to finish in a big 62-46 win.
For Bluder, the milestone gave her an opportunity to look back on her years of coaching.
"Anytime you reach one of these milestones, it means you've been around a
long time, but it gives you a chance to reflect on the women you've
been able to coach,'' Bluder said. "I think about all those kids from
St. Ambrose and Drake and here at Iowa and you remember those women who
were part of your life.''
Iowa (14-5, 3-2 Big Ten) got a big spark
from Melissa Dixon scoring 15 coming off the bench. Senior Jaime
Printy also tallied 15 in the win.
The Hawkeyes have proven their
ability to rise to the challenge all season long. Sunday's win made
them 5-0 this season against ranked opponents.
"I don't know why we've been so successful against top-25 teams,''
Bluder said. "I think our team embraces the underdog role a little.
Bluder will go for win number 601 when Iowa hosts Wisconsin on Thursday.


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Nip/Tuck - A disturbingly perfect drama. Be aware that the show description below, synopses of episodes, and the forum are likely to contain spoilers.
This drama is set in a south Florida plastic surgery center, McNamara-Troy, centering around the two doctors who own it. Sean
McNamara (Dylan Walsh) is having problems at home, trying to keep his family together, trying to patch up the rocky road him and his wife Julia (Joely Richardson) are experiencing. On the other hand, sex-craved Christian Troy (Julian McMahon) uses his charm to bring in potential female candidates and conducts shady business deals, often for the love of money. While Sean takes his job seriously, he often has to fix Christian's mistakes. During the first season, Sean and Christian got mixed up with Escobar Gallardo, a Colombian drug lord who forced the two to do free surgery whenever he wanted them to. Sean's marriage with Julia began to wear thin, and Sean had an affair with a patient named Megan O'Hara. Julia went back to school, but it was interrupted by a miscarriage of a child Sean and Julia were trying to have. Christian learned he is the father of a baby with a woman named Gina, who he met at Sexaholics Anonymous. When the baby was born, we learn that the baby is African-American, and therefore not his. Julia questions Matt's paternity.
The second season begins with Sean and Christian both turning 40, and Christian playing father for Wilbur, who Gina is letting him take care of, until Wilbur's real father fights him for custody. Sean and Julia are quite happy together again until Christian's loneliness after Wilbur was taken away from him causes her to reveal that Matt is really his son. The secret ripples and eventually Sean finds out, causing a separation between Sean and Julia. He and Christian find a way to stay friends. A serial rapist named the Carver has been raping victims around Miami, and slices their face, and Sean makes a commitment to fixing their faces. Ava, a life coach for Sean and Julia, forms a sexual relationship with Matt, which is doomed from the beginning due to a wide age gap and Ava's screwed up son Adrian.
Nip/Tuck Cast-
Dylan Walsh as Dr. Sean McNamara
Julian McMahon as Dr. Christian Troy
John Hensley as Matt McNamara
Joely Richardson as Julia McNamara
Roma Maffia as Dr.Liz Cruz
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The Heartworm Project
The Heartworm Project is a volunteer, 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation that provides medical care for shelter animals in need. Founded in 2004, the original purpose was to treat heartworm positive dogs at local shelters who were scheduled to be euthanized because of their illness. Since inception, we have expanded to include dogs and cats of all ages who need medical intervention that shelters are not capable of providing.
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Barry lifeboat crew member's sound investment (From Barry And District News)
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Barry lifeboat crew member's sound investment
6:39pm Tuesday 4th February 2014 in News
A BARRY volunteer can look forward to turbulent times thanks to a charity putting him through some water-based survival training.
New crew member at Barry Dock RNLI lifeboat station Howard Metcalfe has had a vital part of his training funded by the Lloyd's Register Foundation (LRF).
Howard recently travelled to the RNLI College in Poole, Dorset, to complete the charity's Trainee Crew Course.
A key part of the course was the sea survival element, which enables new volunteer crew to be trained in a variety of crucial subjects including how to 'abandon ship' with a four-metre jump into water; team survival swimming and coping in a liferaft in simulated darkness; how to deal with fires aboard lifeboats; how to right a capsized inshore lifeboat; and the importance of lifejackets.
Training took place in the college's Sea Survival Centre which includes a wave tank and a firefighting simulator, allowing trainees to experience first-hand some of the scenarios they may encounter at sea as lifeboat crew.
Training was funded by the LRF, a UK-registered charity that invests in science, engineering and technology for public benefit, worldwide.
It is funding the Sea Survival element of the Trainee Crew Course for a five-year period from January 2011 to December 2015.
The additional funding of nearly £1million brings their total support to just over £1.5million.
Howard said: "The training was world class. Although it was physically and emotionally challenging, it was well worth it. One thing that struck me was how terrifying it must be to be in the sea waiting for the RNLI lifeboat to rescue you. I will remember that when I am putting my training into practice and saving lives at sea."
RNLI coxswain Hugh Davies said: "The support given by the Lloyd's Register Foundation is hugely important to the RNLI. We are extremely grateful that it has chosen to fund sea survival training, which teaches vital core skills to our volunteer crew.
"This training is central to allowing the RNLI and its volunteers to stay safe while on rescue missions. It equips volunteers with essential sea survival skills; providing them with the courage, poise and self-confidence to save lives even in the most perilous seas."


text: David Ayers and Patricia Franklin in Orthopedics Today: "Patients' Emotional Health Plays an Important Role in Functional Results ."David Ayers on gender-specific research in Pathways magazine: "Knee Replacement for Women."David Ayers and Patricia Franklin honored with the prestigious Chitranjan Ranawat Award Paper from The Knee Society for "Functional Outcome after Total Knee Replacement Varies with Patient Attributes."Mark Price featured in Connections magazine: "Shoulder Surgeon Takes Program to Next Level."


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Posted: 2:42 pm Friday, May 24th, 2013
Should Phys Ed be a core subject in schools?
By Opinion Staff
The prestigious Institute of Medicine is recommending that schools provide at least 60 minutes of physical activity each day and that PE become a core subject akin to English and math.
In a report released Thursday, the institute says only about half of the nation's youngsters are getting at least an hour of vigorous or moderate-intensity physical activity every day.
More than 40 percent of school administrators say they have reduced time for physical education, along with arts and recess, since President George W. Bush signed No Child Left Behind into law in 2001 to boost time for reading and math.
About 17 percent of children ages 2 through 19 are obese.
"Schools for years have been responsible for various health programs such as nutrition, breakfast and lunch, immunizations, screenings," Harold W. Kohl III, a professor of epidemiology at the University of Texas School of Public Health, said in an interview with The Associated Press. "Physical activity should be placed alongside those programs to make it a priority for us as a society."
The report calls on the Education Department to recommend that PE be adopted as a core subject.
It says physical education in school is the "only sure opportunity" for youngsters to have access to activity that will help keep them healthy.
The majority of states, about 75 percent, mandate PE, according to the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. But most do not require a specific amount of time for PE in school, and more than half allow exemptions or substitutions, such as marching band, cheerleading and community sports.
Florida mandates students in kindergarten through fifth grade get 30 minutes of physical exercise each school day. Middle schoolers must attend at least one class period of physical education daily.
The state requires high school students to complete a one credit personal
wellness course.
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We flew into Los Angeles LAX Airport from Kansas City, Missouri, which is about a 3 1/2 hour flight. We knew we might have to wait at the airport, as we didn't want to miss the ship, so we flew in early. I had worked with a TA here in Kansas City, and she got our transfers through Princess and they were waiting ffor us when we arrived. Checking in and out of the cruise ship was very quick. If you go on line and put all your information in that Princess request, as well as your flight information, (if you are NOT booking your flight through Princess), they you should have quick check in, as we did.
I don't believe "Muster Drill" is the correct name, but it is the one you do to make sure you know what to do, if there would be trouble on the cruise and you would need your life jacket. This was the first time in all my cruises of 20 years that I have not had to go outside. We went to the theatre, and it was so nice not to be blow away or hot, while they were giving us instructions, in case of an emergency.
The International Cafe is very nice. They generally change the items at least (they are open 24 horus) 3 tunes a day. Very good items to choose from. We ate in the Traditional Dining room with a large table of 8, and it turned out great. Our server Michelle and her helper were very good too. We tried the alfreda fettuccine that was recommended, but since it was an appetizer, it did not come in a basket, as I had read before. All our meals there seemed to be good. The Horizon Court where the buffet is, was alright for anytime, day or night we went to get something to eat. They had a Mexican fest one day, but I don't think it was worth checking out or eating.
One bad thing I noticed on different decks where I went to the ladies restrooms, there was always one or more restrooms out of order. When you only have 3 (one for handicap), it makes it bad.


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BRISTOL, RI — Matthew Hoff graduates with the Roger Williams University Class of 2013.
Matthew Hoff, a resident of Somers, CT, was among more than 1,080 students from Roger Williams University to receive their degree during the University's Commencement ceremony held on May 18, 2013.
Hoff received a
Bachelor of Science in Finance.
On a day that boasted bright sunshine and an abundantly agreeable 68 degrees on the thermometer along the bayside campus in Bristol, R.I., approximately 6,000 people turned out under the big tent to watch graduates cross the stage. The ceremony was highlighted by a Commencement address from author and historian John M. Barry.
Selected as the university's Commencement speaker as the State prepared to celebrate the 350th anniversary of the Rhode Island Colonial Charter over the summer, Barry promised in his opening to avoid the traditional, formulaic approach to graduation send-offs. He proceeded to invoke the ideas of Roger Williams – as well as other notable revolutionaries Vincent Van Gogh, Albert Einstein and Steve Jobs – to remind the graduates that talent and hard work are not enough to be competitive in the world they are about to enter. Rather, he told them that the key to success lies in doing work that is important, inspiring and history-making.
"This is your time. The next years are your time. You need to do something that allows the fire in your heart to keep blazing," John M. Barry said. "As a historian, I can tell you that it is not inevitable that the world becomes as you find it. History does not happen. People make history. You can make history."
About RWU: Roger Williams University, located in Bristol, R.I., is a leading independent, coeducational university with programs in the liberal arts and the professions, where students become community- and globally-minded citizens through project-based, experiential learning. Offering 43 majors and a plethora of co-curricular activities as well as study abroad options, RWU is dedicated to the success of students, commitment to a set of core values, the pursuit of affordable excellence and to providing a relevant, world-class education above all else. In the last decade, the University has achieved unprecedented successes including recognition as one of the best colleges in the nation by Forbes, a College of Distinction by Student Horizons, Inc. and as both a best college in the Northeast and one of the nation's greenest universities by The Princeton Review.
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It's been a hard summer. Climate change contributed to the growth of toxic algae that poisoned the water supply of half a million people in Toledo, Ohio.
Guest post by Bryan Parras, cross posted from t.e.j.a.s.
The Keystone XL pipeline begins in Alberta, Canada and ends in my backyard.
Here in Houston's East End, we're well acquainted with the risks of living so close to the oil refineries whose toxic emissions poison us every day. Like so many other kids in this neighborhood, I grew up with constant headaches, asthma and skin rashes. Cardiovascular diseases and cancer are not uncommon.
Now, the tar sands are here in my home. Today the dirtiest, most toxic oil on the planet is being pumped into our communities via the southern segment of the Keystone XL pipeline -- and our families are being forced to breath the additional pollution. Just last week, one of the first shipments of refined tar sands was exported to Europe via nearby Freeport, TX. This serves as a terrible precedent and reminds us that despite wide opposition to the Keystone XL pipeline, tar sands is making its way through our communities along the Gulf Coast and across the Atlantic ocean.
Over at Energy Action Coalition, we've had tremendous fun with bringing together "Storyteller Teams" at big events. What's a storyteller team, you ask? It's a grassroots team of people who are dedicated to using the power of social media to share and promote movement stories from a conference or event. We've had kick-ass Storyteller Teams at Power Shift '13 and the SF Divestment Convergence, and together, these teams have reached and inspired hundreds of thousands of people.
Storyteller Teams don't just happen on their own - they require some planning and recruiting and training and good old cat herding. Below are 9 tips (or rather, lessons we've learned) for recruiting and unleashing completely all-star storyteller teams.
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From skin-peeling corrosion to government failure, this short film shows how community members and advocates are taking a stand in the face of this ongoing water crisis in West Virginia. Folks in WV are still feeling the impacts from the January 9, 2014 chemical spill into their water supply. The coal and chemical industries responsible for the spill are still shirking their duties to the impacted communities. Ways you can still help this crisis: 1. Donate today!
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Orlando Sentinel Food Editor Heather McPherson picks her Top 10 places to have lunch in and near Orlando.
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An Orlando landmark for more than 40 years, the steamed sandwiches at Beefy King on Bumby Avenue are an Orlando must-have.
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An EVSC custodian has resigned from his position after his personal handgun was found in a middle school.
The gun was discovered by an EVSC supportive services employee who was working on the HVAC system at Thompkins Middle School on Wednesday evening.
The service employee saw the gun on a pull-out computer keyboard drawer inside the school's boiler room, behind a locked steel door. He immediately notified his superior and the EVSC began its investigation.
The Evansville Police Department was also notified.
Officials say the gun is registered to Jordan Stone, a second shift EVSC custodian at Thompkins, who has a Personal Protection Permit to carry the handgun.
Stone told authorities that he'd forgotten to take it off when he entered the building around 2:40 p.m., so he hid it on the computer keyboard drawer in the boiler room.
Authorities say Personal Protection Permits do not give an individual the right to carry a firearm on any school property.
Stone sent 14 News a statement regarding the issue:
"First and foremost, I would like to apologize to my co-workers and the families that have children who attend Thompkins Middle School. I, in no way, shape or form had any intentions of bringing my firearm in the school. As much as I love my job and working for the EVSC, I recognize and understand the concern that parents may have with me working where their children attend school. I have resigned (from) my position in the EVSC. I made a mistake that I have to deal with and learn from. I'm hoping everyone can understand and be forgiving."
The investigation was turned over to the School Resource Officer Greg Brandenstein.
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Stone Creek Retreat - Tranquil Sophistication near the Mission in Santa Barbara
- bedrooms 4
- baths 3
- sleeps 8
- pool yes
- hot tub no
- pets considered no
- type House
rates (USD)
/ night
$ 5,000 - $ 5,500 / week
$ 15,000 - $ 19,500 / month
vacation rental description
Stone Creek Retreat-Tranquil Sophistication Near the Mission
NOTE: We do not use the availability calendar on this website. Please visit Paradise Retreats website for availability information. Use the 'For Property Information and Availability Calendar' link located at the bottom of this page.
As you step through the private gates of Stone Creek Retreat, you just might feel your heart beat slower and stress flow out of your body; a serene vacation has begun!
The essence of tranquility, this contemporary jewel is tucked under mature majestic oaks on a wooded acre. Located just up from the historic Santa Barbara Mission, the sleek sophistication and designer interiors echo nature's palate of warm earth tones and natural textures.
The natural landscape creates a park-like setting in which to relax and unwind. Meandering paths lead to a rich botanic wonderland where gardens overflow with unique and whimsical plantings. A cascading waterfall and sparkling pool are the central features of the gently sloping terraced property.
An outdoor Living Room has been carved out in the lower yard with ambient lighting setting the mood for romantic dinners under the stars. Nestle into the large sectional sofa that surrounds the gas fire table in the center of this charming oasis. Behind giant bamboo and tobacco plants, a 'zen garden' is tucked quietly away for private meditation or a nap under the shady canopy.
In the Main House, walls of glass allow the beauty of the outdoors to meld with the comfortable interior. The sunken Living Room with fireplace feels cradled in the massive branches of the century old oaks. Through glass doors, a deck offers intimate dining at a round table for 4.
The Family Room and Kitchen are a blend of practical sense and relaxed style. The Kitchen is well appointed with professional appliances and lovely serving pieces to set a fine table. A large center island of smooth fossil stone has seating for 4 guests making it convenient to oversee meal preparation in the Kitchen, while not missing a minute of the big game on the flat screen TV in the Family Room!
The Formal Dining Room with seating for 8 guests is a great central location between the Living Room and Kitchen, allowing guests to mingle and stay connected to activity throughout the open floor plan.
Slip into the spacious Master Suite and disappear into this private haven. The high quality bed, the moon peeking through the oak branches, and quiet breezes through glass doors to the deck is the magic combination for a perfect night's sleep.
Marble and glass meet design and function in the Master Bathroom. A large open shower with drenching rain head, dual sinks and a purely simple but elegant soaking tub create a space to linger.
The two Guest Bedrooms are relaxed yet luxurious with fine linens, and each has an outside entrance for easy access to the surrounding grounds. The south Guest Bedroom offers a comfy queen-size bed and faces the private side yard. The north Guest Bedroom with 2 twin beds faces the enclosed front yard with views of the pool.
The detached Cabana is a bright open studio with king-size bed and seating area perfect to cuddle up with a good book or open a laptop to catch up on some work while on vacation. With more glass doors and windows, views of the aqua blue waters of the pool add to the peaceful ambiance of this very private cottage.
The captivating designer style and serene setting of this amazing property offers guests a World Class vacation experience. What more can be said about this unique vacation escape? A visit to Stone Creek Retreat guarantees a relaxing and memorable escape from a busy world.
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house rental amenities
Property Type
- 1 story house
- floor area 2800 sq. ft.
- guests provide their own meals
- living room
- iron & board
- hair dryer
- washing machine
- clothes dryer
- fireplace
- Parking for 2 cars in driveway
- Parking for 2 cars in garage
- internet
- towels provided
- telephone
- air conditioning
- heating
- linens provided
- kitchen
- dishwasher
- refrigerator
- freezer
- stove
- microwave
- ice maker
- dishes & utensils
- coffee maker
- toaster
- dining area
- Dining Area seats 6
Pool / Spa
private pool
- Pool does not have a cover (not suitable for children unable to swim)
- private pool
- Bathrooms
- 3 bathrooms
- master bathroom: toilet, tub, shower
- bathroom 2: toilet, combination tub/shower, shower
- cabana bathroom: toilet, shower
- Master Bathroom w/walk-in shower, soaking tub, 2 sinks, toilet Hall Bathroom w/shower tub combination, rain shower head, sink, toilet Cabana Bathroom with walk-in shower, rain shower head, sink, toilet
- Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms, sleeps 8, beds for 8
- master bedroom: 1 king
- bedroom 2: 1 queen
- bedroom 3: 2 twin/ single
- bedroom 4: 1 king, Cabana
- Master Bedroom with king-size bed Bedroom #2 with queen-size bed Bedroom #3 with 2 twin beds Bedroom #4 (Cabana) with king-size bed
- (2) 50' flat screen TV w/DVD/BluRay DVD (Family Room) 50' flat screen TV (Cabana)
- Sonos Music System
- dvd player
- satellite / cable
- television
deck / patio
- (3)
- lawn / garden
- outdoor grill
- deck / patio
- children welcome
- non smoking only
- pets not allowed
- Notes
- Very private, wooded setting, Newly restored and re-imagined high end Mid-Century Modern, Pool (no cover), Private wood Guest Cabana, Air conditioning, Tranquil waterfall and walking paths, Near the Mission and Natural History Museum, Decks off Living Room, Master Bedroom and Cabana, Private patio off Bedroom #2, Lower yard outdoor Living Room w/fire table, Meditation garden, Indoor Dining table seats 6, Kitchen breakfast bar seats 4, Outside deck table seats 4, All new appliances, Viking 4 burner range with grill top and oven, Sub Zero refrigerator/Freezer/Ice maker, Dishwasher, Microwave, Toaster, Blender, Coffee maker, Coffee grinder, Nespresso and Capresso machines, Spices, Cooking utensils, Outside bistro table seats 2, Outdoor lower yard dining table seats 8-10, Mature oak trees and native plantings. Tranquil waterfall over river rocks, Landscape lighting, Upper pool patio with chaise lounges, Cabana deck overlooks pool
activities and attractions in Santa Barbara Central Coast
- botanical garden
- churches
- cinemas
- festivals
- library
- live theater
- marina
- museums
- playground
- recreation center
- restaurants
- winery tours
- zoo
Leisure Activities
- antiquing
- beachcombing
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
- whale watching
Sports & Adventure Activities
- cycling
- fishing
- hiking
- sailing
- surfing
- swimming
- wind-surfing
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Looking to save money? Try one of these three trips you can enjoy on just one tank of gas: the Mt. Airy Art Garage in Mt. Airy, Jacobsburg State Park in Wind Gap and the Paint n' Pottery and Bead Bazaar in Doylestown.
Mt. Airy Art Garage
Address: 11 W. Mt. Airy Ave., Philadelphia
How Far From Narberth-Bala Cynwyd Patch: 6 miles / 18 minutes
Admission: Free; you can become a member here.
Hours: Opens at noon on Friday, Saturday and Sunday; there are also special events throughout the year.
Summary: The Mt. Airy Art Garage is a space that brings together artists in Mt. Airy and elsewhere to work together under one roof. It wants to offer a market where people can purchase art, and it wants to create a permanent gallery highlighting the work of member artists. Its gallery is intended to showcase the work of artists who have contributed to the art garage in the past.
Jacobsburg State Park
Address: 835 Jacobsburg Road, Wind Gap
How Far From Narberth-Bala Cynwyd Patch: 76 miles / 1 hour 31 minutes
Admission: Free
Hours: Open daily dawn to dusk
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Paint N' Pottery and Bead Bazaar
Address: 15 W. Oakland Ave., Doylestown
How far from Narberth-Bala Cynwyd Patch: 32 miles / 46 minutes
- Saturday, Monday and Tuesday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
- Sunday, Noon-6 p.m.
Summary: Billed as the area's largest, most-complete center for creative fun with paint your own pottery, glass fusing, hand-building with clay and specialty crafts and beads, Paint N' Pottery and Bead Bazaar offers workspace for customers to be creative and make personalized gifts and items for themselves. Customers can design and create items such as mugs, plates, necklaces, earrings, bracelets and coasters from the store's selection of beads, pottery and fused glass. Paint N' Pottery and Bead Bazaar also hosts mom's clubs, summer camps, after-school groups, scout troops, birthday parties, showers and a Friday night kids' club


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