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Merit Awards | Athletic Scholarships | Music Scholarships
Merit Awards
- Awards are automatically determined by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Your admission application is the application for the scholarships.
- Scholarships are awarded based upon superior academic performance including grades, course selection, and test scores. Financial need is not considered in the awarding of merit scholarships.
- Only first-year applicants are eligible for merit scholarship consideration.
- Scholarship awards will range from $10,000–$25,000 and are renewable for four years by meeting minimum grade point average requirements.
Athletic Scholarships
- All of our NCAA Division I sports have scholarship opportunities, except football and men's crew.
- Scholarship amounts vary by year and by sport.
- Contact the Recruiting Coach directly if you are interested in finding out how to qualify.
- You can find contact information on USD Athletics' Web site.
Changemaker Scholarship
- Award amount: up to $5,000
- This scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate the spirit of a Changemaker through their capacity to take action and create positive social change in the world around them.
- Financial need is taken into account when awarding Changemaker scholarships. In order to qualify, you must also submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Applications will become available in September and are due on October 31, 2014.
- Contact: Juan Carlos Rivas, Assistant Director of the Changemaker Hub.
Music Scholarships
Detailed information about these scholarships can be found on the Music Program's Scholarship Web page.
Choral Scholars
- Award amount: $8,500
- Number of scholarships per year: Approximately 4
- Application deadline: January 31, 2013
- Contact: Edwin Basilio, Ph.D.
Music Endowment Scholarship
- Award amount: $4,000-6,000
- Number of scholarships awarded per year: 4
- Application deadline: March 1, 2013
Anne Catherine Swanke Memorial Scholarship
- Award amount: $2,000
- Number of scholarships awarded per year: 1–2
- Award amount: $3,500
- Number of scholarships per year: 1
- Application deadline: March 1, 2013
USD Chamber Ensemble Scholarship
Any USD student, regardless of his or her major or minor, may receive, each semester, a $500 scholarship to go towards individual lessons for the student's orchestral instrument once the student has successfully auditioned for the the USD Chamber Ensembles. Contact Angela Yeung for more information.


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Two men are in custody after a man was shot in the abdomen in Cape Girardeau.
Trevon Starnes, 20, and Lance Lewis, 27, both of Cape Girardeau were arrested. Both face a number of charges including assault and armed criminal action, according to the Cape Girardeau Police Department.
Police were called to a vacant house where the shooting occurred on Nov. 12 around 4 p.m.
The victim was taken to the hospital.
Starnes was taken to jail with a $250,000 cash only bond.
Lewis bond was set at $200,000.
Starnes was arrested earlier this week at a probation & parole office.
Lewis arrested Sunday at a home on Whitener in Cape Girardeau.
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Wilson giving organizational control of Bills to Brandon
Several media outlets are reporting that Bills owner Ralph Wilson is giving up organizational control of the team to CEO Russ Brandon.
Bills reportedly interested in Whisenhunt
Reports indicate that the Bills are interested in ex-Cardinals head coach Ken Whisenhunt for their head-coaching job.
Bills fire Gailey, coaching staff
The Bills fired head coach Chan Gailey after three seasons, the team announced on Monday.
AFC East Spin cycle: Patriots lone division team above .500
The AFC East may boast the No. 2 seed in the league in the Patriots, but the rest of the division remains well behind New England.
Bills top Jets behind another big day from Spiller
C.J. Spiller scored on a 66-yard catch and run in helping the under-achieving Bills end their season with a 28-9 win over the Jets on Sunday.
Bills OLG Levitre continued to show value in contract year
The Bills like OLG Andy Levitre, and anything they can do to keep the O-line in tact moving forward is key, which would include re-signing him.
Bills place TE Chandler on I.R.
The Bills placed TE Scott Chandler on injured reserve Monday. He suffered an apparently serious knee injury on Sunday.
AFC East Spin cycle: Patriots get ugly win, Dolphins aim for .500
The Patriots struggled to beat the Jaguars, the Dolphins got revenge by beating the Bills and the Jets fell in Greg McElroy's first start.
Bush's three TDs help give Dolphins win over Bills
Reggie Bush caught two touchdown passes and scored on a short run Sunday to help the Dolphins beat the Bills 24-10.
Key matchup: Dolphins QB Ryan Tannehill vs. Bills defense
The Dolphins are technically alive for a playoff spot, and will need a better game from Ryan Tannehill than he showed vs. the Bills in Week 11.
Bills get 10-year lease deal to stay in Buffalo
New York State, Erie County and the Bills agreed on a 10-year lease to keep the Bills in Buffalo for the near future.
Bills re-sign Morrison, place McKelvin on I.R.
The Bills re-signed LB Kirk Morrison to the 53-man roster. The team also placed CB Leodis McKelvin on injured reserve.
Wednesday's 60-second rant: Bills' draft strategy a year or two late
Bills GM Buddy Nix has made it no secret that Buffalo will draft a quarterback, but that would have been a better strategy in 2011 or '12.
Bills place WR Jones, LB Moats on reserve lists
The Bills placed WR Donald Jones on the non-football/illness list and LB Arthur Moats on injured reserve.
Report: Bills agree to extension with OG Urbik
The Bills agreed to a four-year, $15 million extension with ORG Kraig Urbik, ESPN's James Walker reported.
Anderson is active for Sunday's game against Seattle.||||||| He is active for the first time since having surgery on his left knee, which he hurt in a 45-3 loss at San Francisco on Oct. 7.
The Buffalo Bills continued to target improving their pass rush in free agency by signing Anderson.||||||| Listed at 6-foot-4 and 255 pounds, Anderson has 35-1/2 sacks in six seasons, including 10 last year with the New England Patriots. Selected in the fifth-round of the 2006 draft by Chicago, Anderson spent four-plus seasons with the Bears before finishing the 2010 season playing with Williams in Houston.
The Houston Texans signed Anderson on Wednesday and waived defensive end Ryan Denney.||||||| Anderson was cut by Chicago on Tuesday. The 6-foot-4, 255-pound lineman had 12 sacks as a rookie in 2006, helping the Bears reach the Super Bowl. He had only nine sacks over the next three seasons and has none this year. Houston has been looking for a defensive end to complement All-Pro Mario Williams, who has five of the team's nine sacks this season.
The Chicago Bears have terminated the contract of Anderson, who four years ago made a rookie club-record 12 sacks.||||||| Anderson, a fifth-round pick in 2006, was a pass-rushing sensation in his first season but never developed into the player the Bears expected after that fast beginning.
Anderson has signed his one-year tender offer from the Chicago Bears.||||||| Anderson has 130 tackles and 21.5 sacks in four years but has struggled since an eye-opening rookie season in 2006. He had 12 sacks that year, the most by a Bears rookie and the most by a Chicago player since Richard Dent's 13.5 in 1993, while helping Chicago reach the Super Bowl.


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RUSHVILLE — The spotted wing drosophila has been positively identified in Franklin County by the Purdue Extension Office in Brookville. Anna Morrow, Franklin County's Ag and Natural Resource Educator, answered a call concerning small white worms in blackberries that were only noticeable when the fruit was cooked. The blackberry canes and berries appeared normal, until the client went to make jam from the berries.
Research into the matter led me to believe that this was spotted wing drosophila. Spotted wing drosophila (SWD) is an invasive pest native to Asia, which was first detected in North America in California during 2008. SWD was first detected in Indiana last fall by the Purdue Extension Office in Blackford County.
SWD cannot be positively identified by larva alone and so I needed to trap adult flies to confirm that Franklin County was indeed dealing with SWD. Traps made out of plastic cups using apple cider vinegar for bait caught several fruit flies. These flies were sent to Purdue and identified by an USDA-APHIS (US Department of Agriculture – Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service) insect identifier.
SWD are particularly harmful to small fruits because they are able to lay eggs in intact fruit, unlike native fruit flies. Soft skinned fruits such as blackberries, raspberries, and blueberries are at higher risk for SWD. Female SWD make a tiny cut into fruit that is just beginning to color and lay their eggs inside the fruit during late summer. As the fruit ripens, the eggs hatch and larvae eat the fruit. It is nearly impossible to tell if eggs have been laid inside the fruit until the larvae have done their damage. SWD will also lay eggs in strawberry, cherry, and grapes.
Cultural control of this pest includes removing and destroying overripe fruit to prevent larvae from developing into adults. Removing wild host plants that can harbor SWD such as wild grape, pokeberry, honeysuckle, nightshade, dogwood, spicebush, autumn olive, raspberry, and blackberry may also help control SWD. There are several registered conventional insecticides that are affective against SWD. For recommendations, or more information contact Anna Morrow at (765) 647-3511 or by e-mail at firstname.lastname@example.com. Remember to always read and follow label directions.
This is another way that the extension office is working to inform Franklin County residents of important issues. The identification of this new and worrisome pest was made as part of a routine call to the extension office. If you suspect an invasive pest, or have other ANR questions, please contact the extension office.


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Carmelo Anthony appeared to suffer an apparent shoulder injury in the fourth quarter of the New York Knicks Game 5 playoff series with the Boston Celtics on Wednesday night. Anthony went to the bench momentarily before returning to the game.
The injury happened with a little over 10 minutes to go, and the Celtics leading by nine points. On defense, Anthony appeared to get tangled up with Boston forward Kevin Garnett, and immediately grabbed his left shoulder. Anthony briefly went to the bench, before returning to court without missing any game-action.
Anthony's health is imperative as the Knicks move forward in Game 5 and potentially beyond in this series. The Knicks led Boston 3-0 before a Game 4 loss Sunday and now are in danger of losing a second straight game, and their first at Madison Square Garden in this postseason. A potential Game 6 would be Friday night in Boston.
Anthony had 16 points at the time of the injury, with 12 coming in the first quarter.
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"I truly feel that if you find inspiration in your work, then it's easy to find success in your job," says the Conservancy's Angie Sosdian. Read how one of our longest-serving employees has been inspired by the Conservancy's donors with whom she works.
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The issues our planet faces can seem daunting, but as we listened to leaders at the UN talk about investing in nature to safeguard our future, solutions seem a lot more possible.
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Our resident knitting experts thinks knitting rules. She also just created a beautiful shawl from sustainable wool from sheep raised in Patagonia. What makes wool sustainable? Read on to find out!
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On the first Autumn weekday of 2013, we've got quite the green news roundup for you.
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Rainbows aren't only found in the sky. This image of the Chugach Mountains in Alaska by Flickr photographer Susan Serna showcases the natural beauty of the world around us. It's amazing that each color of the rainbow can be found in the tundra. Thanks for sharing your image through The Nature Conservancy's Flickr group, Susan! […]
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"We need a new narrative in business and politics. This is necessary to replace the existing one that assumes the degradation of nature is somehow a price we must pay for progress." Learn more about what Juniper thinks about investing in nature.
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PEORIA, Ill -- Last Friday when Illinois lawmakers failed to reach any agreement on pension reform, national credit rating agencies took notice.
Moody's already lists Illinois as the state with the lowest credit rating. Now the agency says inaction will further strain the state's finances and it could cost the state even more to borrow money.
Financial advisor Joe Stowell said credit agencies aren't the only ones taking notice of Illinois' financial woes.
"We may even see higher taxes in the future which will keep companies from locating in the state of Illinois. It could even cause businesses to move out of the state of Illinois," said Stowell.
After lawmakers failed to pass reform Governor Pat Quinn put blame on republicans, even though Democrats control the legislature.
Political Science Professor Dr. Josh Ryan said as the election season heats up Illinois republicans could be focusing more of their attack on Governor Quinn and the democratic party as a whole than their actual challenger. Democrats, meanwhile, could be trying to distance themselves from Quinn.
"It makes sense to go after the most visible member of the party, especially when it seems to most people is that the leadership failure on these types of issues has been so obvious," said Dr. Ryan.
All legislators except those retiring from office face re-election this year, making many cautious about upsetting voters before November 6th.


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Legs pumping, I pedaled away from the 70-foot mothership over Golden Gate Bank, just more than 20 miles from Cabo San Lucas. A gray whale spouted 50 feet to starboard, and I found myself mentally paraphrasing a certain Chihuahua: "I theen' I'm going to need a beeger boat!"
Try cruising over Pacific ground-swells with your butt parked at sea level on a 12-foot hunk of plastic for an unimaginably different perspective of the sea. The vastness of the ocean becomes at once overwhelming, just in case you happen to be jonesing for a reminder of your own insignificance.
Better yet, be that speck on the sea amid an ecological maelstrom, with gannets and pelicans diving frantically; gray whales spouting their distinctive loud, eerie "whoosh!" beneath misting geysers of exhaled air; sea lions barking and porpoising alongside dolphins rushing past as they tear up baitfish; free-jumping striped marlin lighting up silver in white spray even as you catch sight of the glowing blue trim from others gliding beneath you.
Fishing the impossibly deep-blue pelagic realm from a kayak could just as easily be terrifying as it is exhilarating, depending on one's mindset. Certainly, agoraphobics need not apply. However, once you overcome that initial shock of feeling mighty vulnerable, you're likely to experience a unique euphoria that comes from seeing the ocean at this vantage point while also realizing your own remarkable self-sufficiency.
I was definitely on my own from the moment 50-pound braid suddenly shot out of the Shimano Torsa that I held while slow-trolling a live caballito (scad). After an excruciatingly long drop-back, I pushed the lever to strike. Then nearly in the same instant, my line came tight, a big striped marlin went wildly airborne 100 feet behind me, my kayak whipped around and I was off to the races on that clichéd but still breathtaking Nantucket sleigh ride.
Not a Stunt!
When I mention those unforgettable days last December, a common reaction is: "That's nuts!" (or some variation on that theme).
Let me assure you this is not nuts and is in no way "stunt fishing." It's eminently doable. In fact, I felt no peril, and my effusive enthusiasm is borne of this single precept: Hooking, fighting and releasing striped marlin from a kayak is the most fun I've ever had with a fishing rod.
Don't take that lightly. I've fished near and far, fresh and salt, sampling some of the most exciting fisheries the world has to offer. When asked the inevitable question about my "favorite fishing," my habitual response has always been an unequivocal, "I can't really specify just one." Now, I can.
Making all this possible and within reach of most anglers is the Marlin Masters fleet in Cabo. A couple of years ago, owner Durance Lowendick decided to offer charter anglers the opportunity to catch billfish and other pelagics from a kayak. Accordingly, after considerable research, he ordered a fleet of Hobie Outback kayaks and purchased essential safety gear, including PFD vests, quick-release cutters and waterproof VHF radios.
For the first time, kayak fishing the blue Pacific off Cabo is an eminently possible option for visiting anglers.
With the concept so foreign to most, including fishermen who thought they'd seen it all, questions are inevitable. With that in mind, here are answers to some of the more fundamental questions.


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One of Tulsa's tallest residents is celebrating his 21st birthday Thursday with plenty of onlookers and celebration.
The Tulsa Zoo is throwing yet another birthday bash for one of its residents and this time its for Samburu the giraffe. At almost 18 feet tall and 2,500 pounds the giraffe will turn the good ole age of 21.
According to the release, zoo faculty and guests can celebrate with special birthday treats for Samburu. He will even receive his very own birthday tree.
Other activities and plenty of birthday snack will be presented to Samburu aka "Sam," including strawberries, bananas and some romaine lettuce.
For more information about the Tulsa Zoo, visit www.tulsazoo.org or call 918.669.6600.
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MARION, N.C. (WATE) - A former East Tennessee priest pleaded guilty in North Carolina Wednesday to sexual abuse of a child.
William Casey admitted he was guilty of crimes against nature.
"You hate to see a convicted pedophile plead guilty to a felony then walk out," said Warren Tucker, 44, Casey's victim.
Casey was sentenced to two years of supervised probation, plus he has to pay court costs and a $500 fine.
He's not allowed to have contact with Tucker or his family. He also can't work or have any interaction with anyone under 18 unless they know of his felony.
Casey will be a registered sex offender.
"He should be kept away from kids. There's no cure for pedophiles," said Mike Coode, director of the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests Middle Tennessee.
Members of the Survivors Network of Those Abused by Priests (SNAP) were in the courtroom Wednesday for Casey's plea.
"I looked at him and thought to myself what a broken down, tired, old man, and I wonder how many other victims he had," Tucker said.
The Roman Catholic church is paying restitution for the victim's therapy.
Casey was arrested on charges from McDowell County, N.C. in April. The sheriff's department there investigated Casey after allegations by Tucker.
Tucker filed a report with the McDowell County Sheriff's Office in September 2009 saying Casey brought him to North Carolina as a boy.
Tucker also made those allegations public in Knoxville shortly before Casey's arrest.
Casey admitted the abuse to church officials, and was removed from the priesthood the day after Tucker's press conference.
Knoxville Bishop Richard Stika released a statement Wednesday afternoon. A portion of it reads:
"I wish to restate my apology and my commitment to continued prayers for Mr. Tucker and his family. I applaud him and other victims of sexual abuse for their bravery in coming forward to seek healing and justice. I strongly encourage all victims of abuse to do the same."
The executive director of SNAP, David Clohessy, also released a statement:
"We hope Warren (Tucker) realizes that his courage is protecting kids and exposing a predator. He should feel very proud of himself for finding the strength to speak up and having the wisdom to call police. Children are safer because of Warren's bravery.
We also hope that others who saw, suspected or suffered Casey's crimes and church officials' complicity will come forward. Kids are best safeguarded when pedophiles like Casey are behind bars, and that will only happen if others with information about wrongdoing follow Warren's lead and contact law enforcement.
It's easy to do nothing. But that's what child predators count on us doing. It's crucial that adults who know about Casey's crimes honor their civic and moral duty to speak up and stop future abuse."
Casey served several places in East Tennessee, including Chattanooga, Greeneville, Rogersville, Farragut, Newport, and Kingsport, where Tucker says he was also abused.
Parishes in all those cities are now part of the Diocese of Knoxville.
Casey and his family refused to comment on the sentencing.
Tucker says he was warned not to pursue legal action against the former priest. On Saturday, he says he received a threatening letter from Tennessee at his home in Indiana.
The letter reads: "Your recent activities have come to our attention. We have found you guilty of perjury and other actions of injustice. We continue carefully observing your conduct. We ask you to refrain immediately from any further such damaging attributives. There is a higher power than state and federal law. If you continue to unjustly abuse the power of the state and federal laws for your own benefit, we will be forced to take further action against you and yours personally. We are now prepared to take this to the next level immediately."
The letter is signed "Fratelli Justitia."
Tucker has passed the letter on to authorities. He's still pursuing legal action against Casey in Tennessee and Virginia.
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The ALA and the Federal Reserve of Chicago are planning to host a number of webinars, and in-person presentations at number of state association conferences this fall. Join hundreds of other libraries around the country next spring in this ALA national initiative to provide programming in the critical area of financial literacy, all types of libraries can participate.
Put in on your April calendar, and watch the 'how to' webinar that took place on October 26. The Webinar provides ideas and suggestions from librarians who have already created successful Money Smart Week @ your library programming.
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After a successful second year in 2012, with libraries in 39 states participating, the American Library Association is again partnering with the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago for Money Smart Week @ Your Library in 2013.
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Sunriver Resort is proud to host a number of annual events, from marathons to chocolate festivals.
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Outpost Art Studio: P.Y.O.PWhen: From June 03, 2014 to August 28, 2014
12:00pm-3:00pm | $10-$40 depending on pottery item selected
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You don't have to be Picasso to Paint Your Own Pottery. It's fun, relaxing and easy! Start by picking out a piece of pottery; then choose your colors, decide on a design, and we will fire your masterpiece for a ceramic souvenir that will remind you of your favorite vacation. Please keep in mind pottery can take 3-6 days to be finished; shipping is available. Starting June 17th.
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The Bear Factory at the OutpostWhen: From June 04, 2014 to August 29, 2014
10:00AM-11:00am | $25 per animal | $15 per outfit
Wednesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays
We're excited to bring you the official Bear Factory stuffed animal collection. Choose from a variety of animals to hand stuff, and then choose from a selection of outfits to give your animal it's own unique style! This walk in program is located at the Outpost near the Bike Barn.
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Outpost Art Studio: Paint N' PinotWhen: From June 03, 2014 to August 28, 2014
5:00pm-8:00pm | $15 for the class plus the price of the ceramic piece
Tuesdays and Thursdays
Enjoy an evening of adult-only ceramic painting or glass fusing while sipping on Sunriver Resort's exclusive Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris. We will have exclusive wine-themed ceramic pieces as well as our regular selection to be fired in our kiln. Please keep in mind that pottery can take 3-6 days to be finished; shipping is available. Please bring valid ID.
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Poolside Invasion at Lodge Village PoolWhen: From June 03, 2014 to August 29, 2014
4:00pm | Free for resort guests
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays
Join our recreation staff as we invade the Lodge Village Pool! We'll crank up the tunes for exciting games, competitions and prizes. Our team will also do daily giveaways; this will be your chance to win a free admission to one of our programs!
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Glow Ball PuttingWhen: From June 03, 2014 to August 28, 2014
9:00PM-10:30pm | $12 per person
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Join us after dark as we keep the party "glowing" with one of our most popular programs. Using flashing golf balls and neon holes, try your luck on our 9-hole putting course. Show up after-dusk with the whole family for the best effect. We accept walkup players until 10:15. Meet us at the 9-hole putting course behind the Lodge. Please note, day-time use of putting course is separate from the fee of this program.
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Twilight Tennis MixerWhen: From June 05, 2014 to August 28, 2014
Love to play tennis, but don't know anyone? Join in the fun each Thursday afternoon.
- Time: 4-6pm
- Location: Sage Springs Indoor Tennis Courts
- Level 3.0-4.0
- Format: Round Robin
- Guest Fee: $15 per person
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Challenge Ropes CourseWhen: From June 03, 2014 to August 30, 2014
9:30am-3:00pm | $65 per person (minimum of four people to run The Program)
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Take your vacation to new heights! Join us on an above-ground journey as we lead you through ropes course elements 25'-30' off the ground. Test your skills with favorites like Rickety Ladder, Pamper Pole and 200' zip line. This course is filled with adventure and adrenaline.
Reservations required by 8pm the evening prior. 24-hour cancellation policy, or full program fee will be charged. Meet in the parking lot of the Sunriver Stables. Children must be at least 10 years of age, and children between 10-12 years must have one participating adult. Adult signature required for anyone under 18. Please bring a sack lunch, sunscreen and durable closed-toe shoes. Snacks and water provided


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New Yorkers have health-insurance options
PLATTSBURGH — Open enrollment for the health-insurance exchange in New York state starts Oct. 1. for coverage effective Jan. 1, 2014.
Erika Walker, the Adirondack Health Institute community health advocate for Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Hamilton, Warren and Washington counties, said the New York State of Health portal is the official place for New Yorkers to find health-insurance information.
It is a way for individuals and small-business owners to gain access to insurance, check eligibility (including possible financial assistance), calculate monthly costs, provide plan comparisons, receive in-person assistance and more.
"This is a brand new way to get health insurance. It's scary, yet exciting," she said at a recent Health Care Forum hosted by the North Country Chamber of Commerce.
North Country Chamber of Commerce President Garry Douglas said individuals must have insurance by Jan. 1, 2014.
The deadline for employers to notify employees of their insurance options, including the State of Health marketplace, is Oct. 1. The Department of Labor has indicated there will be no penalty for those who do not do so.
Walker said in 2014, most individuals without health insurance will face a penalty of $95 per adult and $47.50 per child, up to $285 or 1 percent of their annual family income, whichever is greater.
In 2016, those figures are scheduled to increase to $695 per adult and $347.50 per child, up to $2,085 or 2.5 percent of family income.
The mandate that companies with more than 50 full-time employees are required to offer an insurance plan has been postponed until at least 2015, Douglas said.
The Affordable Care Act, signed into law on March 23, 2010, is intended to increase the quality and affordability of health insurance so more people can get coverage, Walker said.
She said between 2000 and 2009, the price of insurance increased by an average of 92 percent, while income levels increased an average of 14 percent.
The average cost of insurance is $12,000 per year for an individual and $24,000 for a family, Walker said. That was causing many employers to cut back on providing insurance, which is one reason 2.7 million New Yorkers are uninsured.
Insurers have to offer at least 10 essential benefits, Walker said. The required benefits are: access to ambulatory patient services; emergency services; hospitalization; maternity and newborn care; mental-health and substance-use disorder services; prescription drugs; rehabilitative and habilitative services and devices; laboratory services; preventive/wellness services and chronic-pain management; and pediatric services.
Another goal of the Affordable Care Act is to standardize benefits and costs to consumers.
In New York, insurers can offer plans on four levels — bronze, silver, gold and platinum — with varying levels of benefits and consumer contributions. They don't have to offer plans on all four levels, but to take part in New York State of Health and other exchanges, they must offer at least a silver and a gold plan.
Walker said some of the benefits of the Affordable Care Act are restrictions on denial of coverage due to pre-existing conditions and a prohibition on dropping coverage if someone becomes ill.
The Adirondack Health Institute is a joint venture of Adirondack Health, Community Providers Inc. and Hudson Headwaters Health Network. It is one of several health-care navigators that have been created as the Affordable Care Act takes effect.
Douglas said the chamber is part of the New York Benefits Alliance, a coalition of seven Upstate chambers with more than 9,000 health insurance accounts.
He said people can get assistance in choosing insurance through navigators such as the Adirondack Health Institute, the chamber's Plattsburgh-North Country Service Corporation or their own insurance broker.
"The North Country Chamber of Commerce is in the health-insurance business for small employers and the self-employed," he said. "We're ahead of the curve there."
Walker said the main thing is to realize assistance is available.
"You don't have to do this alone," she said.
For more information, visit www.nystateofhealth.ny.gov or www.adirondackhealthinstitute.org.
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@FGCU_WSWIM Posts Several Season-Best Times, But Falls At Florida State
TALLAHASSEE – The FGCU swimming & diving team pick up its first loss of the season Friday afternoon in a rainy dual meet against the Seminoles of Florida State. Having never beaten the Noles, the Eagles racked up a total of four first-place, seven second-place and five third-place finishes, but ultimately suffered a 189–109 defeat.
"I was very proud of how our girls competed today," head coach Neal Studd said. "We had some very fast swims and big time drops from last week. FSU swam very well for the win, but I am delighted at how my team is improving."
The meet began with the 200-yard medley relay where Emma Svensson (Uppsala, Sweden/Celsiusskolan), Evita Leter (Paramaribo, Suriname/Doral Academy), Kira Toussaint (Amstelveen, Netherlands/Keizer Karel College) and Sara Hamilton (Stonehaven, Scotland/Mackie Academy) united to finish the race in a season-best 1 minute and 42.97 seconds to take second place.
The first winning race for the Green and Blue was the 100-yard backstroke where Svensson outpaced the competition to post the leading time of 55.48. Closely trailing her was Karen Vilorio (Tegucigalpa, Honduras/Elvel School), finishing in third with a time of 57.27.
Following the trend of the 100-yard event, the Eagles saw another victory in the 200 backstroke as Toussaint glided into first-place by posting a season-high 2:00.89. Immediately following Toussaint's winning touch was Vilorio in second-place with a 2:03.36. Toussaint's point-scoring ways continued into the 100-yard butterfly as she placed second with a 57.27.
In the short-course freestyle events, Svensson continued to tally points and record the fastest times this season for FGCU as she placed second in the 50-yard race (23.45) and third in the 100-yard race (51.00).
Distance specialist Lani Cabrera (Barbados/St. Ursala's Secondary School) continued to lead the Eagles in the lengthy freestyle events as she touched third in the both the 1,000-yard (10:17.90) and 500-yard (4:58.15) races.
In the 100-yard breaststroke, the results stayed consistent with those of the earlier meets this season as Leter once again led the Eagles finishing in a season-best 1:03.84 for second place.
In the final event of the meet, the 200-yard freestyle relay, FGCU took home first, second and third place. The team of Christina Tanninen (Burlington, Ontario/Nelson), Hamilton, Cabrera and Leter led the pack with a time of 1:37.58. Closey behind were Sandra Wilk (Lexington, Ky./Paul Laurence Dunbar HS), Charlie Molenda (Middletown, R.I./Middletown), Devon Robins (London, United Kingdom/The Grey Coat Hospital) and Nina Schiffer (Dortmund, Germany/SG Dortmund) in second place (1:40.41). Combining to take third were Heather Coutts (Jacksonville, Fla./Bishop Kenny/Houston), Ellen Vann (Battle Creek, Mich./Lakeview HS), Kellie Roedig (Huntingdon Valley, Pa./Abington Senior HS) and McKenzie Cassidy (Lehigh Acres, Fla./Bishop Verot).
Up next the Eagles will travel across the country to Los Angles for a quad meet against UCLA, UC Santa Barbara and Oregon State on Friday, Nov. 1, at 1 p.m.
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Police investigate Grays murder
Police are investigating the murder of a man in Grays this morning.
The 35 year-old was out with friends at the Euro Lounge in the town last night.
Officers believe he was assaulted outside in the car park area near Morrisons supermarket on London Road in the early hours.
– Det Chief Insp Simon Parkes, Essex Police
This investigation is in its early stages. A man has died and I need to capture those responsible for his death. If you have any information please contact detectives at Grays on 101 or you can give information anonymously to the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.
The man was taken to Queens Hospital in Romford with a serious head injury, from which he sadly died. His family have been informed.
Police urgently want to speak to any witnesses who were in the club or saw the assault which took place around 2.30am.


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The Ski Hill condos are among the finest year-round vacation rentals in Breckenridge. This newly remodeled condo has two remodeled bathrooms with granite countertops and new fixtures, two bedrooms both with brand new bedding, a living room with a brand new flat screen TV, a dining room that is comfortable for seven and a kitchen with brand new countertops. With a great location to everything, you can walk the short one block to the restaurants and shops; and in the winter, jump across the street to the new gondola which will take you up to the base of Peak 8. Hot tubs are on-site so you can soak after a long day skiing or biking; and during the summer, you can sit by the pool and enjoy the warmth of the sun in the quiet Ski Hill community. This large condominium gracefully integrates the alpine motif and Rocky Mountain style with the modern conveniences and comforts of home. During the winter season, the Sawmill Ski Run ends across the street, providing a quick walk to your lodging and making the end of the day mountain experience near at hand. As for the beginning of the day, take advantage of the gondola across the street. Major transportation centers are located across the street for providing access to all of Summit County's winter and summer enjoyment. The Summit Stage - our free, county-wide system - stops just one block from Ski Hill and gives you access to three other world-class Rocky Mountain ski resorts. During the summer, play a round of golf at the award winning Jack Nicklaus designed, 27-hole golf course - which is just minutes away - and reported by Golf Digest as a "4 -Star Award Winner" as well as one of their top upscale "Places to Play" in the nation. You can also soak up the mountain sunshine while you enjoy the Ski Hill heated swimming pool, take a thrilling ride on the alpine slide, listen to the orchestra, or bike the riverwalk or mountain trails. With its amenities and proximity to downtown Breckenridge, the new gondola and Breck's Golf Club, the Ski Hill condos are a great way to spend a vacation here in Breckenridge!
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After a home-plate collision ruined his 2011 season, San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey hoped to be ready by the start of spring training this year. While he didn't quite make the soft deadline, he'll still be catching the first part of a game in early March.
Buster Posey confirms that the plan is to catch two innings tomorrow. #SFGiants— Alex Pavlovic (@AlexPavlovic) March 8, 2012
Posey has been doing catching and hitting drills for most of the spring. The only thing that he's been especially cautious with so for is baserunning, as he tried to slide for the first time since his injury earlier this week.
The Giants weren't very active in the offseason, loudly proclaiming that the return of Posey was akin to a major free-agent acquisition. Counting on the seamless return of a player who missed the previous season is always a risky strategy, but everyone can agree that the more spring at-bats Posey gets the better.
Scott Cousins ended Buster Posey's 2011 season in a terrible home-plate collision last spring, but Cousins didn't last much longer. Now he's trying to come back, just like Posey.
After suffering through a grim collision, a grim injury, and a grim rehab, catcher Buster Posey is back in action with the San Francisco Giants. He's looking forward to a full season of activity, and for the Giants' part, they're not particularly interested in having Posey go through the same thing all over again later on. Here's one way they're trying to make sure Posey doesn't get slammed again, from Henry Schulman:
It is not a hint, or a suggestion, or a plea, but a direct order: Manager Bruce Bochy has told catcher Buster Posey not to block the plate this season.
"I'll take this out of Buster's hands," Bochy said after Giants pitchers and catchers, including Posey, finished their first formal workout of spring training Sunday.
Here's the funny part, where "funny" isn't really the right word at all - Posey wasn't actually blocking the plate when he got drilled by Scott Cousins. It's Posey's understanding that Cousins went out of his way for the hit. But even if blocking the plate isn't how Posey got hurt in the first place, there's no denying that not blocking the plate will help him remain healthy.
What's tricky is that blocking the plate can be instinctive for a catcher. Posey and the Giants are going to have to work hard to overcome that. But that's why we have spring training. That's not the only reason why we have spring training, but it's one of them.
Two days after Giants GM Brian Sabean caused a stir with his comments concerning Florida Marlins outfielder Scott Cousins, and a day after Logan Morrison ripped Buster Posey for not taking Cousins's phone call, Posey released a statement of his own:
I appreciate the continued support of Giants fans and others as I begin the process of working my way back. But in no way do I condone threats of any kind against Scott Cousins or his family.
As I said last week, I'm not out to vilify Scott. I appreciate that he made the effort to reach out to me on the night of the play, but I was in no physical condition to talk to anyone. I have not been back with the team since that night, so I haven't even been aware of any other messages he's left for me. We all need to move on, so it isn't necessary to have a conversation with him at this point.
My only focus right now is looking forward, getting healthy and returning to catching for the Giants.
Now that this statement, which basically translates to, "Look, I just don't want to talk to the guy," has been released, I'm sure that this is the last time we'll ever hear about this story.
The San Francisco Giants released a statement on Friday regarding general manager Brian Sabean's comments regarding Scott Cousins:
This is a very emotional time for the Giants organization and our fans. We lost for the season one of our best players to a serious injury and we are doing everything we can to support Buster Posey through this very difficult time. We appreciate Scott Cousins' outreach to Buster Posey and to the Giants organization.
Brian Sabean's comments yesterday were said out of frustration and out of true concern for Buster and were not meant to vilify Scott Cousins. Brian has been in contact with Florida Marlins General Manager Larry Beinfest to clarify his comments and to assure him that there is no ill-will toward the player. He has also reached out to Scott Cousins directly.
Taking that in chunks, and translating through Google Translation's press-release-to-English option ...
Brian Sabean's comments yesterday were said out of frustration and out of true concern for Buster and were not meant to vilify Scott Cousins.
"Brian Sabean's comments yesterday were said out of a belief that no one would really listen or care other than the partisan fans he thought he was addressing on a local radio show."
Brian has been in contact with Florida Marlins General Manager Larry Beinfest to clarify his comments and to assure him that there is no ill-will toward the player.
"Brian has left a message to Florida Marlins GM Larry Beinfest asking if Wes Helms is available, and if he can play shortstop."
He has also reached out to Scott Cousins directly.
"He reached out to grab Scott Cousins and put him in a choke hold, but the attempt was unsuccessful because Cousins is a professional athlete, and Sabean is totally psyched about getting his AARP membership card next month."
Now that Sabean has apologized through a proxy, I'm sure this is totally the last time we'll hear about this story.
How two storied National League ball clubs came to hate one another, and how that hatred affected each of their futures.
Remember when San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey was hurt last week? There was consternation and grief, mostly because Posey is like James Dean crossed with Mahatma Gandhi, and the world is a better place with him in it. But the story sort of faded away. There was talk about rule changes, Posey was declared out for the year, and for the most part, the baseball world went back to whatever it was doing before the home-plate collision.
Not so fast! Brian Sabean is still a little upset at Florida Marlins utility player Scott Cousins, and after careful consideration, he decided to unload both barrels of the ol' Sabean mouth cannon during an interview with KNBR 680 in San Francisco, portions of which were transcribed by Andrew Baggarly of the Mercury News:
"If I never hear from Cousins again or he never plays another game in the big leagues, I think we'll all be happy."
Oh. I thought the consensus was that Cousins was just playing the way a 25th-man needs to play if he wants to keep his job. Apparently, if the play affects how you'll be evaluated as a general manager at the end of the season, though, you'll feel a wee bit differently.
"He chose to be a hero in my mind, and if that's his flash of fame, that's as good as it's going to get, pal. We'll have a long memory. Believe me, we've talked to (former catcher Mike) Matheny about how this game works. You can't be that out-and-out overly aggressive. I'll put it as politically as I can state it: There's no love lost and there shouldn't be."
The Giants will play the Marlins in a three-game series starting on August 12, in case you were wondering. The angry words from Sabean are sure to whip Marlins fan everywhere into a frenzy.
After the San Francisco Giants announced that catcher Buster Posey had undergone successful surgery to repair the ligaments in his ankle, Giants head trainer Dave Groeschner confirmed what many had suspected. From Andrew Baggarly of the Mercury News:
He's not going to be back this season, Dave Groeschner says, officially.
So if he's out for the season, how about 2012?
Opening day 2012 for Posey? "I would think so," Groeschner said. "I think it's a good prognosis."
Posey had screws put into his ankle, and he'll be on crutches for the next two months, according to John Shea. After the screws are removed, he'll remain off the injured ankle for two more weeks. While he is on crutches, he is still expected to be the fastest catcher the Giants have had in years.
It's almost a cliche that a player has undergone successful surgery -- Kendry Morales had successful surgery on his ankle last year, for example -- but the Giants did get some good news that they were looking for. From Baggarly again:
Groeschner said the medical team was pleased that Posey's fractured left fibia did not require a plate to be inserted; there was a thought that the insertion of the screws might worsen the slightly displaced fracture, which is expected to heal on its own.
So good news, tempered by the confirmation that Buster Posey's season is over, and that there are hopes, rather than guarantees, that he'll begin 2012 at full strength.
Buster Posey underwent successful surgery today to repair ligaments in his ankle, the San Francisco Giants announced on Sunday. From Hank Schulman of the San Francisco Chronicle:
The Giants just announced the Buster Posey underwent successful surgery this morning to repair the torn ligaments in his left ankle. No timetable for recovery was given.
The surgery was performed by Dr. Larry Oloff, the Giants' podiatry specialist; Giants orthopedist Dr. Ken Akizuki and Dr. Mike Dillingham.
Just once I'd like to hear a team announce that there was unsuccessful surgery -- forceps left inside, a mid-surgery power outage, the wrong ankle was opened up ... something like that. Not with Posey, though. So this is certainly good news.
While the Giants aren't ruling out a late-season return for Posey, the young catcher seems to be a little more realistic:
Posey hesitantly acknowledged he is "highly likely" done for the season. .
The next step is rest and rehabilitation. Posey's sentimental teammates, in the spirit of solidarity, have pledged to match him extra-base hit for extra-base hit while he's on the disabled list. So touching.
While the San Francisco Giants try to figure out how they will deal with the devastating loss of Buster Posey, likely for the season, Posey's agent, Jeff Berry, wants MLB to change its rules regarding collisions at the plate:
He reached out to Major League Baseball and the players' association Thursday, ESPN reported. ... "It's stupid. I don't know if this ends up leading to a rule change, but it should."
This injury, to a popular player who is the centerpiece of his team, may lead to discussion of some sort of rule change to protect catchers, who put themselves at risk every time there's a close play at the plate.
Meanwhile, the Giants are left with backup Eli Whiteside and journeyman Chris Stewart (now with his fifth major league team) as their catching tandem, which led former Giant Bengie Molina to tell the San Jose Mercury-News' Andrew Baggarly that he's available if the Giants want him:
"Can I do it? Heck yeah, I can," said Molina, adding that he was on the verge on tears as he watched the play live on television from his home in Arizona. "You tell me to put a uni(form) on, I'll do it and be fine. But I don't know if that's the right idea. It takes time to get your body to go from workouts to being ready to catch and hit.
"If I get it in my mind to do this, I would go. If they need me and want me and they ask me to spend two weeks in the minors, I'd do it. Do I expect them to ask? I'd love to say yes, they will, but I don't think so because of the way things happened at the end."
What Molina is referring to is some comments he made after last season ended, when Giants GM Brian Sabean revealed that he had intended to trade him; Molina said of Sabean, "That tells you what kind of person he is. He should have kept his mouth shut. But that's all right. That's him."
So, Bengie remains at home, waiting for a call that likely won't come. The Giants are rumored to be interested in the Nationals' Ivan Rodriguez as Posey's replacement. Molina also told the Mercury-News that the Giants should move Posey to first or third base when he returns, because his bat is too valuable to the team.
After Buster Posey sustained what looked like a serious injury Wednesday night in a home plate collision, the first word on the severity Thursday morning was that Posey had a broken leg and torn ligaments. That was basically the worst-case scenario, but it was also an unofficial report, and we were all left waiting for the results of an MRI, scheduled for noon on Thursday. While x-rays showed a leg fracture, only the MRI could confirm whether or not Posey sustained ligament damage.
Now that the Giants' Thursday matinee is over, the results of Posey's MRI have been revealed. Or MRIs, as it were. According to Amy Gutierrez, Posey had three MRIs: one on his ankle, one on his lower leg, one on his knee. The exams showed a fractured fibula, and they also showed torn ligaments in the ankle.
In other words, there is indeed ligament damage, and it looks like Posey will need surgery. But just to leave you with some glimmer of hope:
Bochy says based on what he's been briefed on regarding Posey's MRI, he thinks Buster will be back this season.
Buster Posey is seriously injured, and he'll probably undergo ligament surgery, but he might return this year. Pretty incredible, all things considered.
Following Buster Posey's horrifying collision and consequent injury on Wednesday night, the first we heard on Thursday morning was that Posey had sustained a broken leg and torn ligaments. That was pretty much the worst-case scenario, and it seemed a foregone conclusion that Posey would miss the rest of the season.
But those reports were unofficial. At this writing, all the Giants have confirmed is the following:
#SFGiants roster moves: Posey placed on DL w/fracture to bone in lower left leg.
From general manager Brian Sabean:
Just talked to Brian Sabean in clubhouse: "What's being reported is not factual. They probably got it half right."
So Posey definitely has a broken leg. That's bad. We do not, however, know anything about any ligaments, and we won't until after Posey has an MRI, which is scheduled for noon Thursday. It's possible that his injury is not as severe as it appeared just a few hours ago.
So we wait. Posey is definitely going to be out for an extended period of time. But we cannot say with certainty that he will won't return later in the season.
Wednesday night, Giants catcher Buster Posey sustained a traumatic injury in a home plate collision with Florida's Scott Cousins. All of the focus so far has been on Posey and the Giants - how badly he's hurt, how emotionally devastating this is, and what this means for the team.
Whenever something like this happens on a field, though, there are always two sides - the doer and the victim. And while the latter commands the attention, it's worth remembering that the former usually doesn't have things too easy, either. Via Joe Capozzi, we learn about Scott Cousins' response to the incident:
Scott Cousins left 2 vm messages 4 buster Posey. Says he didn't sleep last night. "last thing I wanted 2 do was break guys leg"
A few years ago, I watched Vladimir Guerrero line a ball off of Rafael Soriano's head. Soriano immediately fell to the ground and rolled around in agony. The camera zoomed in on him while players and staff crowded around. Guerrero stood at first base, looking towards Soriano with grave concern. Knowing that you're responsible for a horrifying injury is an unthinkable burden on the conscience, and it's unlikely that Cousins will have any restful sleep until Posey does.
You might think Giants fans are devastated by the season-ending injury to Buster Posey. You might not know how devastated, though.
Giants fans might want to blame Scott Cousins for Buster Posey's devastating injury, but the real fault lies with Major League Baseball and the Players Association, which has done nothing to limit the sort of violence we saw Wednesday night.
The first words (we've seen) about Buster Posey's injury -- suffered late last night in a terrible home-plate collision -- from Giants in-game reporter Amy Gutierrez:
Unofficial update: #sfgiants Chris Stewart and Brandon Belt called up. Ford to D.L. Posey has broken leg and torn ligaments.
This is essentially as terrible as terrible news gets. Without more details, we can't know how long Posey will be out, but "broken leg" and "torn ligaments" usually mean surgery (or surgeries) and a long recovery process. Last August, Indians catcher Carlos Santana suffered a similar injury and missed the last two months of the season, but two months seems far too low for an estimate of the time Posey will miss. At the moment, it's probably best to assume that Posey will not play again this season.
Which obviously puts a big hole in the Giants' lineup. In the short term, at least, backup backstop Eli Whiteside will get most of the playing time, with 29-year-old Chris Stewart coming up from Triple-A Fresno to spell Whiteside. It won't be a surprise if the Giants look to the trade market for a catcher, though.
Meanwhile, Brandon Belt has fared well in his first taste of AAA, and will now be expected to make up some of the offensive production lost in the absence of Posey.
In Wednesday night's game between the Giants and the Marlins, the Marlins had one out and runners on the corners in the top of the 12th when Emilio Bonifacio lifted a shallow fly ball to the outfield. Scott Cousins tagged up and scored on the play, but at home plate he collided with Giants catcher Buster Posey, who appeared to sustain a nasty injury.
Posey remained on the ground for quite some time, and couldn't put any weight on his left ankle as he was helped off the field. This is probably why.
Posey going for xrays. It's funereal in clubhouse.
Posey and Eli Whiteside are the only two catchers on the Giants' 40-man roster. Assuming that Posey has to miss some time, the Giants will be forced into some roster gymnastics. Chris Stewart is the regular backstop with AAA Fresno.
Posey has played in 45 of the Giants' 48 games, with a .284 average and four home runs. He's the second spectacular young catcher to be injured in a collision in less than a calendar year, after Cleveland's Carlos Santana suffered a serious knee injury last August.
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Whitetail Hide-Away Cabin in scenic Blue Ridge Mountains in Bedford
- bedrooms 2
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- sleeps 6
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- pets allowed no
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Whitetail Hide-Away is located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in northern Bedford County. It is nestled in a private, wooded setting. There is a gurgling creek directly behind the cottage.
This makes for a great romantic get-away. It has been very popular with couples on their honeymoon, celebrating anniversaries or just looking for quiet secluded place to rekindle the flame. It is very private there are no other homes nearby. If you're looking for scenic, peaceful place to retreat from everyday stress this is it.
This cottage has spiralling steps to the upper and lower floors. It has a full bath on the upper level. The upper level has a king-size bed. The living room has a queen size sleep sofa. The lower room has a full size bed.
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This A-frame cabin has the amenities of home. It has 1 king-size bed, 1 full bed and a queen-size sleep sofa. Sattelite TV with DVD/VHS player along with many DVD's. It is air-conditioned and has electric heat. We have a great hot tub for relaxing. The hot tub is in a covered screened-in patio to provide year-round relaxation.
The kitchen is fully equipped. There is living room and kitchen combined on the entry level. There is one bedroom upstairs and one bedroom downstairs. The living room has a queen sized sleep sofa. It has a deck just off living room that overlooks a mountain creek.
The kitchen is equipped with microwave, range, refrigerator, coffee maker, pots & pans, toaster, blender and tableware. It is also furnished with a gas grill for cooking-out on the deck. It does not have a dishwasher or washer/dryer.
activities and attractions in Bedford Virginia
This cottage is located only 4 miles from the James River, which is
noted for excellent smallmouth bass fishing, canoeing and kayaking.
It is also near the Balcony Falls area of the James, a float fishing
paradise. Within 10 miles are three river access points for boats
and canoes. There are several native trout streams nearby.
Nearby are several apple orchards: Gross, Johnson, Arrington and Kennedy. The Gross & Johnson Orchards offer festivals in the Fall.
The National D-Day Memorial. 20 miles
Smith Mountain Lake with 500 miles of shoreline. 35 miles
Smith Mountain Lake State Park. 40 miles
Peaks of Otter Recreational Area. 26 miles
Appomattox Court House, where Confederacy decided to let Union go
home. 43 miles.
Poplar Forest, summer home of Thomas Jefferson. 20 miles.
Blue Ridge Parkway. 6 miles.
Lexington, VMI, W&L, Lee's Tomb, George Marshall Library. 30 miles.
Lynchburg City, with River Ridge Mall, many restaurants. 20 miles.
Appalachian Trail. 9 miles.
James River Face Wilderness Area. 8 miles.
Peaks of Otter Winery. 20 miles.
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The rental rate is $115 per night or $700 per week for 2 adults. It is
an additional $10 per night per adult beyond 2 adults. This fee does
not apply to children. For example: 3 adults would be $125/night and
4 adults would be $135/night, etc. Should it be necessary to cancel
a reservation and notice is made at least 14 days prior to arrival
date then a full refund will be made. For cancellations with less
than 14 days notice the deposit will be forfeited.
Reservations require a two night minimum. A deposit of half the
total is required to hold the reservation. Maximum of 6 occupants.
This is a no-smoking & no-pets cabin.
Check-In : 3:00 p.m.
Check-Out: 11:00 a.m.
Michael Ashworth (540) 330-9957
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Top things to do in Bedford
- Visit the National D-Day Memorial
- Visit the Bedford Museum
- Tour the many antique shops
- Visit the Peaks of Otter Recreation Area
- Visit Smith Mountain State Park
Top things to do on a budget
- Hike the many trails along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
- Relax on the deck listening to the creek.
- Relax in the Hot Tub.
- Swing on the adult sized swing.
- Grill out on the deck.
Top things to do with a family
- Visit Smith Mountain State Park & Beach.
- Hike the many trails along the Parkway.
- Visit the scenic overlooks along the Parkway.
- Tour the National D-Day Memorial
- Visit Natural Bridge & Zoo
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FORT MYERS, Fla. - Coming off a second place finish at the Atlantic Sun Championship, FGCU Head Volleyball Coach Dave Nichols has announced the 2010 schedule. The Blue and Green will play 10 home contests, all 10 Atlantic Sun foes plus travel to the University of Georgia and Oregon State University to participate in a pair of tournaments.
"Our 2010 schedule is really challenging," said Nichols. "We are on the road against some of the best teams in the country, including top 20 powerhouses like Michigan, Washington, Oregon and Oregon State just to name a few. We are hopeful that the experience will pay dividends by the end of the year when we host our conference tournament. Our tough schedule is really helping with recruits as we try to get the FGCU name more familiar across the country. The goal of our program is to become a top 30 program, and the only way to get there is to play the best."
The 2010 edition of the Eagles return 11 players, including All-Conference performer Jelena Simic (Lazarevac, Serbia), from the 2009 club that went 15-5 in the A-Sun. FGCU also welcomes six newcomers to the program, including former FGCU women's basketball standouts Chelsea Lyles (Colorado Springs, Col.) and Adrianne McNally (Howell, Mich.).
The challenging 14-game non-conference schedule features games against schools from the BIG EAST, Big Ten, Conference USA, Sun Belt, Mountain West, Southeastern Conference (SEC), and Pac-10, in addition to the contests with fellow A-Sun Conference members.
The Eagles will play eight matches against the top 75 in the final 2009 NCAA Volleyball Rating Percentage Index (RPI) and 11 matches against those in the top 122.
FGCU opens the season by hosting the Homewood Suites Volleyball Classic from August 27-28, where they will take on Bethune-Cookman, UCF, FAU, and Houston Baptist.
The Eagles then fly west to face Pac-10 powerhouse Oregon on Sept. 1, in Eugene, Ore. Last year, the Ducks spent the entire season ranked in the top 20 and climbed as high seventh nationally en route to their third straight 20-win season (20-10 overall) for the first time since 1978-80. Oregon, who went 10-0 in non-conference play in 2009, also earned the No. 14 seed in the NCAA Tournament and an 18th-place final AVCA ranking.
Two days later, the Blue and Green head to Corvallis, Ore. to participate in Oregon State's tournament (Sept. 3-4), where they will take on Michigan, UNLV, and host OSU. The Wolverines (27-10 overall, 12-8 Big Ten), who return 11 letterwinners from the 2009 squad that finished the year ranked No. 9, are coming off their most successful season ever, reaching the Elite Eight for the first time in program history.
Just six days following the trip to Oregon State, FGCU will back on the road for the Bulldog Invitational hosted by the University of Georgia in Athens, Ga. (Sept. 10-11). The Eagles will open the tournament by taking on Georgia Tech (Sept. 10), who finished last season 21-10 overall and made their first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2004. FGCU then squares off with Georgia and Washington (Sept. 11). The Bulldogs finished tied for fifth in the SEC, the program's highest finish since 2004, while the Huskies (24-6 overall) finished the season ranked No. 13 and were knocked out of the NCAA Tournament in the second round.
The Eagles will face FAU in Boca Raton, Fla. on Sept 21, before taking on conference foes Belmont (Sept. 25) and Lipscomb (Sept. 26) in Nashville Tenn. With the league approving single round-robin play for regular season matches this year, FGCU's road matches against Belmont and Lipscomb in September will not count in conference standings. Last season A-Sun teams played a double-round robin format. In 2011 the conference will have a round robin-and-a-half with divisional play.
Conference play officially commences when FGCU faces Jacksonville on Oct. 1, in Jacksonville, Fla. The Eagles swept the Dolphins in the semifinals of the 2009 A-Sun Conference Championship.
The Blue and Green entertain Kennesaw State (Oct. 15) and Mercer (Oct. 16) on back-to-back days for their first home A-Sun matches of the season.
The final five matches of the regular season will be highly anticipated. The matches on Nov. 5 and Nov. 6 promise to carry huge championship ramifications, as the Eagles play host to 2009 A-Sun Champion Lipscomb and Belmont, who finished fourth in the regular season standings last season. The Blue and Green host FIU (Nov. 9) and travel to USF (Nov 11) to conclude the non-conference portion of the schedule. The final regular season match for FGCU, which will also be Senior Day, comes at home against Stetson on Nov. 13.
Florida Gulf Coast and Alico Arena will once again play host to the Atlantic Sun Championship from Nov. 18-20.
For the fourth consecutive season, FGCU is proud to provide live and on-demand video streaming for all home matches via the Atlantic Sun Conference's broadband channel, ASun.TV. Live stats will also be provided for all home matches and are available online at www.FGCUAthletics.com.
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Summer dance programs are essential for dancers to keep in shape and progress to their full potential. These programs are also wonderful opportunities to have fun, meet new friends, and gain valuable experiences while staying fit. Dance Intensive is a unique program that includes classes in ballet, pointe (at the discretion of the teacher), modern, character, Spanish, and jazz. It also includes classes in body conditioning, creative movement, movement improvisation, music, dance history and art. A minimum of 2 years of ballet training is required. This two-week program will be led by talented teaching staff from both Professional and Recreational Divisions, along with guest teacher Jane Wooding.
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The RWB School is pleased to offer all current Recreational Division students an early bird registration discount. The RD discount will be available until April 1. Dance Intensive registration forms are available online at www.rwbschool.com or call the School Office to learn more about this discount offer. Register early as space is limited!
Dance Spectrum, the annual RD dance recital, is just around the corner so mark your calendars:
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Dance Spectrum #2 will be taking place on June 2nd at the Pantages Playhouse Theatre at 7:00 pm.
Spring Concert will be taking place on June 2nd at the Pantages Playhouse Theatre at 2:15 pm.
Tickets will be available through the RWB Box Office later in the year. More information to follow.
The RWB School is pleased to be offering ballet exams in the Cecchetti Syllabus once again this year. Throughout the next few weeks all ballet students attending the second class may receive an invitation to participate in the exam process. These decisions are made by the student's ballet teacher and will be based on their progress, attendance, focus and standard set by the Cecchetti Society of Canada. The examination session will be held in April and a maximum of four mandatory Sunday exam rehearsals will be scheduled during the months prior. Students must be enrolled in a minimum of two ballet classes per week of the same level to be considered for these exams.
Please be aware that ballet examinations are NOT mandatory to advance to the next RWB and Cecchetti level (with the exception of the Intermediate exam). However they can be a positive goal for students to work for. Ballet exams are offered in select ballet classes from Levels 1-8 and within the Intensive Training Program. Upon completion of an examination, the student will receive a certificate and detailed report from the Cecchetti Society. For more information please speak to your child's ballet teacher.