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Revolver is what convolution reverb was always meant to be. Revolver provides the most compelling impulse library to date, with hundreds of sounds from rare holy grail out of production reverbs and acoustic spaces. Additional acoustic spaces and outboard gear can be modeled in a few minutes with Revolver and the Revolver impulse response tools.
Controls for the total reverb time (in percent and RT60 values), wet and dry levels are always displayed. The remainder of the Revolver plug-in interface is separated into several control pages and views. Graphical representations of signal flow, impulse response data, EQ responses, and even images of the impulse response source are available.
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Omni Nashville Hotel
New Development
250 Fifth Ave. S.
Omni Nashville Hotel operates as the headquarter hotel for the Music City Center, Nashville's new downtown convention center. The $250 million 21-story hotel features 800 guest rooms and 54 suites and more than 80,000 square feet of meeting and event space and integrates on three levels with the expanded Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. The Omni Nashville Hotel's design and décor, culinary, lifestyle, and retail venues stem from and are reflective of Nashville. The hotel boasts several restaurants, bars and lounges, as well as retail space, a pool, fitness center, and a Mokara signature spa – all in keeping with the strong cultural persona of Music City. The four dining options include Bob's Steak & Chop House (fine-dining), Bongo Java (local coffeehouse), Kitchen Notes (complete with a biscuit bar), and live music venue Barlines (honky tonk).
There is underground parking for 660 vehicles. The groundbreaking was held in June of 2011 and the hotel opened on September 30, 2013.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Nashville Vanderbilt
New Development
2400 West End Ave.
The 192-room hotel features suites with full kitchens and living areas, and is located on West End across the street from Vanderbilt University. Original artwork reflects the history of the location where the hotel was built (a Packard car dealership used to be where the hotel is now located).
Hyatt Place Nashville Downtown
New Development
301 Third Ave. S.
A new Downtown Hyatt Place has opened on Third Avenue in the heart of the city's SoBro District. The 255-room, 13-story hotel includes 3,600 square feet of meeting space and a 175-space parking garage. The hotel's lobby includes the Hyatt Place brand's signature food and beverage options, including The Gallery, a 24-hour, full bar serving wine, beer, spirits, and coffee.
The 404 Hotel
New Development
404 12th Ave. S.
Retail developer Mark Banks describes the five-room boutique hotel and restaurant he created from a former mechanics garage as an "urban hideout." The hotel is designed to offer travelers an alternative to large or mid-size hotels, offering what he calls "invisible service" led by one onsite manager. The idea is to let guests feel less like tourists and more immersed in the city. Each room has king beds including a loft living area connected by a winding staircase. Located in front of the hotel is The 404 Kitchen that is charmingly intimate, seats 40, and features locally-grown produce and herbs.
The Inn at Fontanel: A Luxury Boutique Hotel
New Development
4225 Whites Creek Pk.
Inspired by Middle Tennessee farmhouse style and built to look as if it has always been there, you will find no other luxury hotel as warm and welcoming as The Inn at Fontanel. As part of Southern Living's 24-year tradition of building an annual Idea House in the south, Fontanel was the chosen site. It has been transformed from the 2013 Southern Living Idea House to a highly acclaimed Luxury Boutique Hotel that opened for business February 7, 2014.
Home2 Suites Nashville
New Development
1800 Division St.
A Hilton-brand hotel has opened its doors in Nashville's Midtown neighborhood. The 66,000-square-foot Home2 Suites includes 119 rooms over seven stories. The hotel contains several sustainable components such as dual-flush toilets, lobby accent walls produced from recycled materials, energy-efficient lighting, and high-efficiency windows. Home2 Suites shares the parking garage with the current Hilton Garden Inn at Vanderbilt.
Courtyard by Marriott Nashville Green Hills
New Hotel
3800 Bedford Ave.
Nashville's Green Hills neighborhood has a new hotel. The $23 million, 123-room Courtyard Marriott is located next to The Mall at Green Hills. The brick and stone, three-story property boasts will boast lobby ceilings nearly 18-feet high. The restaurants and shopping around the hotel will be an added amenity for the property.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Nashville Downtown/The Gulch
New Hotel
901 Division St.
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification will be given to the new hotel construction in the Gulch. The hotel, located on Division Street across from Yazoo Brewing Co., will rise eight stories, contain 126 rooms and suites, and have an attached parking garage. Projected to open September 2014, it has been designed to complement the contemporary and slightly industrial feel of The Gulch and will feature rooftop meeting space that will offer panoramic views of the Nashville skyline.
Residence Inn Nashville Vanderbilt/West End
New Hotel
1800 West End Ave.
Opening summer 2014, Residence Inn by Marriott offers 150 spacious suites with full kitchen and separate areas for sleeping, working, eating, and relaxing.
Holiday Inn Resort Lodge at Fontanel Mansion
New Hotel
4225 Whites Creek Pk.
A 140-room Holiday Inn resort will be added to the Fontanel property that once was home to country music legend Barbara Mandrell. When the hotel is complete, the capital investment could top $75 million. The resort will feature eight lodges wrapped around the Fontanel mansion. The project will begin construction in 2014.
Hilton Garden Inn Nashville Downtown
New Hotel
419 Third Ave. S.
Chartwell Company will build a $38-million, 11-story Hilton Garden Inn that is projected to open June 2015. The 215-room hotel is one of downtown's next big high rise hotels that will capitalize on its location by focusing on its panoramic views.
Marriott Hotel
New Hotel
Eighth Ave. and Demonbreun St.
A 400-room, $120-million Marriott Hotel is proposed at the corner of Eighth Avenue and Demonbreun Street. The Marriott Hotel will be located across from the Music City Center.
Residence Inn and SpringHill Suites by Marriott
New Hotels
Fifth Ave. and Korean Veterans Blvd.
Construction on these two hotels is proposed in two phases at the Fifth Avenue South and Korean Veterans Boulevard intersection. Phase I, the Residence Inn by Marriott, is projected to be completed in 2015. Residence Inn will be a 14-story, 200-room hotel with a four-level above-ground structured parking garage to accommodate about 200 vehicles. Phase II will be completed in the spring 2017 to include a 150-room SpringHill Suites by Marriott. Fronting Fifth Avenue and rising 11 stories, the SpringHill Suites will be built on top of the 250-space parking garage, making it a 16-story structure. Once completed, the two hotels and garage will offer 350 rooms and 250 vehicle spaces within an L-shaped configuration. They will be located catty-corner from the Music City Center convention facility.
Westin Hotel
New Hotel
Eighth Ave. S.
A one-acre site, that includes the former Cokesbury bookstore across from the Music City Center and an adjacent parking lot, has been purchased for $8.2 million to develop a 400-room Westin hotel. Design is underway for a project that includes a Westin hotel, retail space, and other uses.
Loews Vanderbilt Hotel
2100 West End Ave.
Loews Vanderbilt has undergone a $17-million renovation, which includes a new restaurant and bar, rebuilt corridors, lobby space, and guest and public bathrooms. Using local music, fashion, and food as design inspiration, the hotel features a sleek, modern style with vintage inspiration. Mason Bar and Mason's restaurant has a "Southern brasserie feeling…with a French influence." Mason Bar has a video wall and wiring capabilities that allow musicians to "plug and play."
Hotel Indigo Nashville Downtown
301 Union St.
Hotel Indigo recently underwent a $5-million renovation and expansion that gives it additional guest rooms and a redesigned lobby, meeting room space, restaurant, and bar. The renovation added 33 additional guest rooms, for a total of 130. The remodeled hotel also features a redesigned restaurant; the former 315 Grille is now open as The District Bar and Kitchen. The new name draws inspiration from the former printing district that once surrounded the property. The lobby has the feel of a speakeasy, and features large murals illustrating that period in the city's history. A wall designed to look like the letter blocks used in the early printing process frames the check-in desk.
Renaissance Nashville Hotel
611 Commerce St.
The Renaissance Hotel has undergone a $20-million building renovation and spent $5 million to renovate meeting space. The hotel has updated its guest rooms, suites, and bathrooms. The renovated rooms include a local touch, with every room's bathroom receiving a mural from Hatch Show Print. The property has used meeting space and ballrooms in the former Nashville Convention Center's northern portion for 30 years beginning in 2014.
Hilton Nashville Downtown
121 Fourth Ave. S.
Hilton Nashville Downtown has undergone a $28 million upgrade. Phase I was completed in December 2013, which included upgrades to all 330 guest suites, the fitness center which doubled in size, the grand ballroom, and meeting rooms. The hotel introduced a new concierge lounge on the lobby level. Phase II was completed in July 2014 and includes a completely renovated grand atrium lobby and lounge, as well as 17,800 square feet of meeting space. Contemporary design is showcased across the entryway, new flooring is intact, and a more interactive front desk experience is in place.
Sheraton Nashville Downtown
623 Union St.
The Sheraton Nashville Downtown Hotel will undergo a $25-million renovation that will be complete late summer 2014. In addition to fully-renovated guestrooms, highlights include a 25-story glass chandelier, brand new lobby featuring a floating wooden staircase, Terrazzo tile, high-end custom seating areas, and luxurious wine bar with a fireplace and library.
Clarion Hotel
211 N 1st St.
Formerly the Historic King of the Road Hotel built by late country music star Roger Miller, the Clarion Hotel recently completed a $5 million renovation. The hotel is located within walking distance to LP Field, about .5 miles, and is 1.2 miles from downtown Nashville. Amenities include complimentary deluxe continental breakfast buffet, free Wi-Fi internet, microwave & refrigerators in every room, business center, a state of the art fitness facility, and a heated indoor salt water pool. There are 6,600 square feet of meeting/banquet space including the 9th floor Skyview room which overlooks the city. There is complimentary downtown shuttle service as well. Over/Under Bar & Bistro is located in the lobby area.
The Capitol Hotel Downtown Nashville
711 Union Street
The Capitol Hotel Downtown Nashville is a three-star hotel located in the city center of Nashville, Tennessee. The hotel is right near the War Memorial Auditorium, Tennessee State Capitol and Tennessee State Museum. As of January 2014 all rooms have been renovated including the bathrooms. There are 100 guest rooms available divided over 5 floors. As of September 2014 the property is undergoing an exterior & lobby renovation due to be completed November 2014. The lobby will be adjacent to a new lobby bar & bistro. Currently the exercise room is closed. The hotel serves daily complimentary breakfast. On-site valet parking.
Music City Center
201 Fifth Ave. S.
The new, state-of-the-art Music City Center (MCC) opened May 2013 and is built out at 1.2 million square feet, stretches 19 acres and six city blocks, and features a 353,143-square-foot exhibit space with multiple flex space, 90,000 square feet of meeting rooms/break-out space, 57,000-square-foot ballroom with built-in stage, and an 18,000-square-foot junior ballroom. The Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame is also located inside the MCC. In keeping with the city's commitment to sustainable development, the MCC boasts a green roof and is committed to its LEED Gold Certification.
Opry Mills
433 Opry Mills Dr.
Accompanying its post-flood re-opening comes more than 60 new and returning retailers and dining options, including Puma, Brooks Brothers Factory Store, J. Crew Factory, Michael Kors, Nike Factory Store, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH, and Tommy Bahama Outlet. High-fashion, low-priced retailer H&M is finally crossed off the list of Nashville's most coveted stores. The fashion-forward apparel at budget-friendly prices for men, women, and children has a near cult following and is now open in Opry Mills mall.
Bridgestone Arena
501 Broadway
A $20-million upgrade includes a facelift to the south entrance of Bridgestone Arena, where an entrance at Fifth and Demonbreun has opened up to Nashville's developing SoBro area. Other renovations include 3,000 to 6,000 square feet of retail space (including a team store), a new tavern and pub called Tavern '96, and upgrades to building parts such as a new HVAC system and carpet on upper levels. New indoor and outdoor plaza areas have been upgraded, along with glass to replace portions of existing concrete. A massive outdoor television screen and news banner are on display for those passing by.
Fifth Avenue of the Arts
Fifth Ave. N.
A segment of historic downtown Nashville, Fifth Avenue North, has been renovated and includes better sidewalks, street lights, and a canopy of lights high enough to be seen from Broadway and platforms for art and outdoor dining. A two-way street now has replaced the one-way street.
Grimey's Too
1702 Eighth Ave. S.
Grimey's has added an annex into a second location two doors south on Eighth Avenue. It is not connected to the current location, but features local Frothy Monkey coffee, a "full-service Indie bookstore" by the name of Howlin' Books, and more records. There is a full acre in the back lot for more parking, bigger music events, and local vendors interested in offering regular food-truck food courts.
The Mall at Green Hills
2126 Abbott Martin Rd.
The newest additions to the mall include Madewell, The North Face, Jimmy Choo, Athleta, and LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics. J.Crew's hipper sister Madewell opens September 16; the store is beloved for its collection of denim in every variation. The North Face will be the first retailer in the state of Tennessee and will open early November of 2014.
Hatch Show Print
224 Fifth Ave. S.
After 20 years on lower Broadway, Hatch Show Print has moved to a new space in the Country Music Hall of Fame as part of the museum's expansion. The location is twice the size of the current one and is now open. The shop has a design area featuring interactive, educational features such as hand-on demos.
Cumberland River Center
2 Victory Ave., Suite 300
The new center is aimed at increasing education and stewardship of its 697-mile-long namesake river. It provides education and training for elected officials, developers, landowners, students, and more. The center includes river models, maps, case studies, and other technical resources. It occupies 5,200 square feet on the third floor of the Bridge Building on the river's east bank near the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge.
Gruhn Guitars
2120 Eighth Ave. S.
Iconic ax shop Gruhn Guitars has relocated from their longtime home at 400 Broadway to the former Emma building at 2120 Eighth Avenue South. The space now has free, ample parking for visitors and is easily accessible to interstates.
Carter Vintage Guitar
625 Eighth Ave. S.
Buy, sell, trade, and appraise classic guitars. Carter Vintage Guitars offers everything from mandolins, banjos, ukuleles, electric and acoustic guitars, and more. Free parking is available beside the giant guitar mural.
Prichard's Distillery
4105 Whites Creek Pike
Prichard's Distillery has opened a second distillery at Fontanel, adding a unique touch to the 186 acre property that was formerly owned by Barbara Mandrell. The new Prichard's production facility is adjacent to the log cabin tasting center and includes a 400-gallon Alembic copper still custom-designed by Vendome Copper and Brassworks in the style of French cognac. It is the first still of its kind in Tennessee, and using many of the same quality ingredients and centuries-old techniques handed down over five generations of the Prichard's family, will produce Tennessee Whiskey and an excellent selection of American Rums. Over time, it will be used to experiment with a new line of small batch brandies.
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Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum
222 Fifth Ave. S.
The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum recently unveiled a $100-million expansion, doubling its size to 350,000 square feet of dynamic state-of-the-art galleries, archival storage, education classrooms, retail stores, and special event space boasting stunning downtown views. The ambitious 210,000-square-foot expansion, completed in April 2014, includes the 800-seat CMA Theater; the Taylor Swift Education Center - featuring three classrooms and an interactive, hands-on immersion into contemporary country music with the ACM Gallery and the Fred and Dinah Gretsch Family Gallery; the legendary letterpress operation of Hatch Show Print (expanded and relocated inside the museum); and multi-purpose event rental spaces already in high demand.
Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums and called the "Smithsonian of country music" because of its unrivaled collection, the museum adds a strikingly modern touch to the Nashville skyline. It is situated at the epicenter of the city's rapidly growing core, a block from the popular honky tonks of Broadway, across the street from Bridgestone Arena and Music City Center and adjacent to the Omni Hotel.
The Johnny Cash Museum
119 Third Ave. S.
Officially authorized by the Estate of Johnny Cash, the museum opened May 2013 and features the most comprehensive collection of Johnny Cash artifacts and memorabilia in the world. The museum is dedicated to 'The Man in Black' by longtime friend and fan, Bill Miller. The 18,000 square feet of memorabilia, interactive exhibits, and a 250-seat auditorium, combined with never-before-seen historical documents, letters, awards, costumes, and instruments, takes the visitor on a three-dimensional journey through Johnny Cash's life, making this THE Cash venue to visit for all ages.
Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum
417 Fourth Ave. N.
The Nashville Municipal Auditorium is home to the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum, which honors musicians from stars to studio players that represent all genres of music, with emphasis on 1960s and 1970s popular music. The first floor houses the museum exhibit space and Hall of Fame inductees. Find Hank Williams Sr. to the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Motown to Southern Rock – there is truly something of interest to everyone. The exhibit space is divided into cities that have a history of recorded music (such as Detroit, Memphis, Nashville, etc.); each exhibit includes the very instruments that these musicians used to record many of their great hits.
Pinewood Social
33 Peabody St.
Pinewood Social at Rolling Mill Hill brings casual dining and socializing to an old trolley barn. The space is designed as a social gathering space, providing an alternative to the local coffee shop or neighborhood restaurant. Pinewood Social has six wood bowling lanes reclaimed from an old bowling alley in Indiana, private karaoke rooms, shuffleboard, and televisions. The indoor space flows outside to an outdoor patio, complete with two four-foot-deep swimming pool that serves as the centerpiece to casual dining and socializing. Plush lounge chairs and a 30-foot Airstream tiki bar serves as the food and beverage hub for the pool area. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late-night options are offered.
The Acme
101 Broadway
The Acme Building, located in the historic 22,500-square-foot Acme Feed building, will features three floors and a rooftop patio, each with its own unique style and special set of offerings that honor Nashville then and now. The first floor will have a modern take on the classic honky tonk with gourmet, fast casual cuisine, over 24 local craft beers on tap, live music, and communal tables. The second floor will be an upscale bar/lounge, where Nashville locals and upscale travelers can go socialize comfortably, with craft cocktails created by an in-house mixologist, lounge seating, projection screens, and vintage table games. The third floor will be home to "The Buggy Room," the largest one-level event and music venue on Broadway, overlooking downtown and the riverfront. The rooftop of the Acme Building will overlook the entire downtown area, with direct views of Broadway and the Riverfront.
The Bell Tower
400 Fourth Ave. S.
A new event venue space is set to open fall 2014 in SoBro called The Bell Tower. The venue is opening in the historic red-brick church located on Fourth Avenue South and Korean Veterans Boulevard. The building, which dates back to 1875, is being renovated to restore hardwood floors throughout the main level and replacing a portion of the back wall with glass that will open out onto a new patio addition. The original bell tower will also be restored with an operational bell and special lighting to create an exterior focal point for the venue.
Sounds Baseball Stadium
New Development
Jackson St. - North of the Bicentennial Capitol Mall between Fifth Ave. and Third Ave.
The Sounds baseball stadium, First Tennessee Park, broke ground on January 27, 2014 on the old Sulphur Dell site. The preliminary goal is to have the $40-million ballpark plus a $10-million Metro-financed parking garage constructed in time for the Sounds' 2015 season. The ballpark will have 8,500 fixed seats, a huge parking lot and a pedestrian greenway, among other things.
Centennial Park
The revitalization of Centennial Park's water features include Lake Watauga and an underground spring that's been hidden for a century. The work is part of $6 million in upgrades planned at the historic Nashville park and makes up the first of six phases in a master plan that has been in the works since 2011. Water projects include dredging and cleaning Lake Watauga (new aeration and circulation pumps will be added), while the spring will be unearthed to create pools and shallow streams. In addition to the water projects, a new amphitheater will be built near the West End Avenue entrance.
Riverfront Development
Mayor Karl Dean has announced a place for new park spaces along the riverfront in downtown Nashville. A 12-acre park, including an outdoor amphitheater that will seat 6,500 people, open spaces, trails, a garden, and dog park, will sit on the west bank of the Cumberland River and a 4.5-acre park will sit on the east bank, increasing access to the Cumberland for river activities. Construction begins on the east and west bank fall 2014. A mile of new greenway will extend from the Rolling Mill Hill Greenway to the Riverfront, creating a two-mile continuous walking and biking loop. Costs of development will be approximately $35 million.
Butchertown Hall
1416 Fourth Ave. N.
Butchertown Hall, the recently announced Germantown beer garden project from local restaurateur Terry Raley, features a two-section stone building. The front section houses the beer hall and bar, with the back portion saved for seated dining and kitchen operations. The beer garden wraps around the rear. The name is based on a nickname given to the area because many German immigrants did their own butchering at their homes.
Tootsie's Orchid Lounge
422 Broadway
Tootsie's on Broadway has added a third floor and approximately 3,200 square feet to accommodate a third bar and stage.
White's Mercantile
2908 12th Ave. S.
White's Mercantile opened under Holly Williams in a former gas station at the southern end of 12South. It is a convenient place to pick up kitchen staples along with items such as cutting boards, cashmere sweaters, and scarfs.
12th & Porter
114 12th Ave. N.
12th & Porter has over $800,000 in recent improvements including a state-of-the-art sound system, new lighting, a 16-by-8-foot definition video wall, technical advancements, and grid configuration. The venue can be used for comedy, film, televised sports, public speaking engagements, and intimate shows with a sit down food and beverage operation. There are five newly renovated bathrooms. USB charging ports have been installed in the bar and seating areas, so customers can charge their portable devices.
The Rosewall
1120 McGavock St.
The Rosewall is a new event venue space in The Gulch, housed in a 1930s warehouse across the street from Whiskey Kitchen and Kayne Prime and behind Saint Añejo. The facility is available for weddings and receptions, corporate events, banquets, and fashion shows. In addition, The Rosewall can host music performances and parties for up to 1,000 attendees.
Hurry Back
2312 Elliston Pl.
Exit/In owners will open a new bar this spring called Hurry Back, featuring at least 30 beers on tap, most of which will be high-gravity beers and imports. Hurry Back will be located adjacent to Exit/In.
Galerie Ravin
300 12th Ave. S.
Located in the heart of The Gulch, Galerie Ravin is a luxury contemporary gallery specializing in investment-quality original artworks. They prominently feature Andy Warhol, Alex Katz, and other world-class artists, including New York artist Kelley Ryan.
Manuel Couture
800 Broadway
Legendary fashion designer Manuel Cuevas has opened a new location in downtown Nashville. The 3,100-square-foot store showcases the iconic designer's pieces and features affordable pieces, unique designs that are American made.
Olive & Sinclair Chocolate Co.
1628 Fatherland St.
Olive & Sinclair, the local artisanal chocolate company, has opened its new factory and retail store in East Nashville. The new space is larger and features historical architectural and design elements, as well as giving visitors a chance to see how the chocolate is made.
Goo Goo Cluster LLC
116 Third Ave. S.
A Nashville icon will soon have a downtown presence, as Goo Goo Cluster LLC will open this fall in SoBro. The Goo Goo shop will allow visitors to see Premium Goo Goo Clusters being made, learn about the history of the brand and shop for Goo Goo Cluster memorabilia and merchandise.
Music City Roots
230 Franklin Rd.
The weekly live music and radio show "Music City Roots" will move from Loveless Barn to Factory at Franklin July 9, 2014. The new space will have two larger performance spaces - the 800-seat Jamison Hall and the 2,000-seat Liberty Hall - for the show's weekly performances.
125 12th Ave. N.
Anthem is located across from 12th & Porter in the North Gulch area on 12th Avenue. The music space holds 1,000 people and includes a mezzanine level with a 400-capacity VIP room, a boutique dive bar known as 'Revelry', a full kitchen, and a 3,000-square-foot staging room.
Marathon Village
1305 Clinton St.
Nashville has long been known as a creative town, and now there's a neighborhood known as "Nashville's creative neighborhood." Marathon Village, a unique neighborhood of sorts that is quite a Nashville hotspot, is made up of a group of 100-year-old warehouse buildings, which was originally where the Marathon, a car made in the early 1900s, was built. The buildings sat vacant for decades before a gentleman named Barry Walker purchased the buildings 25 years ago with a vision of making it "Nashville's Creative Neighborhood." Fast forward to today, and it has become just that.
Barry rents the space out to creative companies with the belief that creative minds feed off each other. It's become a complex for artists', photographers', and designers' studios. Additionally, Antique Archaeology, Mike Wolfe's store made famous on "American Pickers," opened there, as well as Corsair Artisan Distillery. A coffee shop, art gallery, Bang Candy Company, William Collier's, studios home to Otis James and Emil Erwin, and local radio station, Lightning 100, are also located here. Marathon Music Works, a popular music venue and event space, is designed to accommodate a range of uses including private events, fundraisers, concerts, corporate events, and video shoots.


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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an
anxiety disorder
that develops after a traumatic event. PTSD has also been called "shell shock" or "battle fatigue."
The exact cause of PTSD is unknown. PTSD is triggered by exposure to a traumatic event. Situations in which a person feels intense fear, helplessness, or horror are considered traumatic. PTSD has been reported in people who experienced:
Researchers are studying how problems with synapses in the brain may be linked to PTSD.
Not everyone who experiences a traumatic event will develop PTSD. Symptoms of PTSD are more likely to occur if the person has:
People with PTSD experience symptoms of anxiety. These symptoms fall into three categories:
People with PTSD may also:
You will be asked about your symptoms and medical history. This may be done by using a structured interview and/or a questionnaire. You will also likely be given a psychological assessment. PTSD will be diagnosed if you have:
PTSD is categorized according to when symptoms occur and how long they last. There are three types of PTSD:
There are many treatments available to help you. Treatment will not only focus on treating PTSD, but will also focus on any other conditions you may have, such as depression, alcohol abuse, and drug abuse.
Cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT)
involves changing your thinking patterns to improve symptoms. Your therapist may teach you techniques to manage anxiety, stress, and anger.
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In exposure therapy, the therapist brings back the imagery of the event in a safe place. You are gradually guided through a visualization. Re-experiencing the trauma in a controlled environment can help you let go of fear and gain control over anxiety.
Meeting in a
with other survivors of trauma can be an effective and powerful form of therapy for people with PTSD.
During this type of therapy, you are asked to talk about the traumatic event, including your memories, feelings, and sensations. While talking, the therapist has you move your eyes side-to-side following hand movements. EMDR combines techniques from both CBT and exposure therapy. The goal is to allow the mind to process the trauma and to develop more positive beliefs about yourself.
Medicine may help with anxiety, depression, and
. Usually, antidepressants known as
selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
(SSRIs) are prescribed.
Your doctor may try these or other psychiatric mediations to help control your symptoms.
The events that trigger PTSD cannot be predicted or prevented. But there are some factors that might prevent PTSD from developing after a traumatic event, such as:
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Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of production and operating workers, such as inspectors, precision workers, machine setters and operators, assemblers, fabricators, and plant and system operators.
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- Confer with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments.
- Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals.
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- Interpret specifications, blueprints, job orders, and company policies and procedures for workers.
- Keep records of employees' attendance and hours worked.
- Read and analyze charts, work orders, production schedules, and other records and reports to determine production requirements and to evaluate current production estimates and outputs.
Tools & Technology
Tools used in this occupation:
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|Scanners — Laser scanners
|Touch screen monitors — Operator terminals
Technology used in this occupation:
|Electronic mail software — Email software; IBM Lotus Notes; Microsoft Outlook
|Enterprise resource planning ERP software — Bowen & Groves M1 ERP; Retain Resource Planning; SAP software; Technology Group International Enterprise 21 ERP
|Materials requirements planning logistics and supply chain software — Integrated materials management systems; Materials management software; QA Software QMS Materials Management
|Project management software — HCSS HeavyJob; Total quality management TQM software
|Time accounting software — Kronos Workforce Timekeeper; Timekeeping software; Work Technology WorkTech Time
|Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
|Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
|Administration and Management — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
|Personnel and Human Resources — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
|Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
|Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
|Education and Training — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
|Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
|Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
|Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
|Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
|Management of Personnel Resources — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
|Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
|Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
|Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
|Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
|Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
|Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
|Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
|Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
|Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
|Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
|Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
|Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
|Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
|Written Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
|Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
Work Activities
|Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
|Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
|Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
|Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
|Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
|Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
|Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
|Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
|Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
|Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Work Context
|Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable — 85% responded "Every day."
|Contact With Others — 74% responded "Constant contact with others."
|Face-to-Face Discussions — 13% responded "Once a week or more but not every day."
|Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled — 89% responded "Every day."
|Responsible for Others' Health and Safety — 70% responded "Very high responsibility."
|Telephone — 66% responded "Every day."
|Freedom to Make Decisions — 57% responded "A lot of freedom."
|Responsibility for Outcomes and Results — 61% responded "Very high responsibility."
|Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets — 82% responded "Every day."
|Duration of Typical Work Week — 66% responded "More than 40 hours."
Job Zone
|Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
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|Related Experience
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|Job Training
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|Job Zone Examples
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|SVP Range
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Percentage of Respondents
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|Bachelor's degree
|Some college, no degree
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|Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.
|Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
|Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.
Work Styles
|Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
|Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
|Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
|Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.
|Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
|Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
|Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
|Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
|Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
|Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Work Values
|Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
|Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
|Achievement — Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
Related Occupations
Wages & Employment Trends
|Median wages (2014)
|$26.69 hourly, $55,520 annual
|State wages
|Employment (2012)
|595,000 employees
|Projected growth (2012-2022)
|Decline (-3% or lower)
|Projected job openings (2012-2022)
|State trends
|Top industries (2012)
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50. Embassytown
49. Zoo City
48. The Windup Girl
47. Uplift: Book 1: Sundiver
46. The Reality Dysfunction
45. Cat's Cradle
44. SF Masterworks: The Difference Engine
43. SF Masterworks: Centauri Device
42. The Drowned World
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40. Make Room! Make Room!
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38. Altered Carbon
37. SF Masterworks: Dying Inside
36. The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy: The Trilogy Of Four
35. SF Masterworks: Blood Music
34. S.F. Masterworks: Lord Of Light
33. SF Masterworks: Rendezvous With Rama
32. Zones Of Thought: A Fire Upon The Deep & A Deepness In The Sky
31. Mars: Book 1: Red Mars
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25. SF Masterworks: Helliconia: Hellonica Spring, Helliconia Summer, & Helliconia Winter
24. S.F. Masterworks: I Am Legend
23. Day Of The Triffids
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21. The Moon Is A Harsh Mistress
20. A Canticle For Leibowitz
19. Ender's Game
18. Snow Crash
17. Foundation
16. S.F. Masterworks: The Stars My Destination
15. SF Masterworks: Flowers For Algernon
14. SF Masterworks: Stand On Zanzibar
13. Left Hand Of Darkness
12. S.F. Masterworks: Babel 17
11. Ringworld
10. SF Masterworks: Timescape
9. Childhood's End
8. The Man In The High Castle
7. S.F. Masterworks: Gateway
6. SF Masterworks: Dispossed
5. SF Masterworks: The Demolished Man
4. Neuromancer
3. Fantasy Masterworks: Book Of The New Sun Book 1 & Shadow & Claw Book 1
2. S.F. Masterworks: The Forever War
1. Dune
An odd list in places. What the heck is Sundiver doing on there? It's probably Brin's weakest novel. Startide Rising and The Uplift War are comprehensively superior on every level (they're also festooned with awards and critical praise, whilst Sundiver isn't).
I'm also really confused by their eligibility criteria. Why just the first half of The Book of the New Sun when the four volumes really do form one continuous story? Why not the omnibus of all four? And why the first four HHGTTG books when it's a five-book series but only the first two have widespread acclaim? Also, The Wind-Up Girl seems to be as much hated and loathed as it is acclaimed, which makes it an odd book to put in there, and Foundation being so high definitely makes the list questionable (it hasn't aged well at all).
Also, isn't Harrison's Light a lot more critically-acclaimed than The Centauri Device (which I believe the author has disowned)?
Also, no Beggars in Spain or Doomsday Book? And Timescape really isn't so good as to warrant a Top 10 spot.
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I'm not seeing Hyperion on that list. List has no credibility if that's the case. I think Hyperion is on most people's top 10 list, let alone top 50. Just sayin...
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Like all these lists, they're there for discussion often as much as being seen as a 'quality' list.
I'd agree with what was said above though: Timescape is a lot higher than I'd put it, I think Doomsday Book should be in there myself. Think there should be a Bujold in there myself, and Hyperion, if not Endymion.
May 12th, 2012, 08:20 PM #21
Just for comparison purposes, here is my top 10 SF books:
Top 10 SF:
In no particular order after the first two.
Dhalgren - Samueal R. Delany
Foundation Trilogy - Issac Asimov
Dune - Frank Herbert
City - Clifford D. Simak
Stranger in a Strange Land - Robert A. Heinlein
The Road - Cormac McCarthy
Ringworld - Larry Niven
The Martian Chronicles - Ray Bradbury
Left Hand of Darkness - Ursula K. LeGuin
The Handmaids Tale - Margaret Atwood
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With the exception of The Road, and possibly The Handmaid's Tale, kenny, that list of yours would be fairly typical of a list 20-30 years ago.
And see: Dhalgren! Just goes to show...
Perhaps I should give it another read....
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But it does suggest that for a book to be regarded as a classic it needs to have been around (and read) for a while.
I'm not sure those last three would be on my list in 30 years time....
May 13th, 2012, 05:43 AM #25
Well, yeah, inherent in the definition of "A Classic" is a book that stands the test of time (e.g. is still relevant to readers over time).
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Although I've read more than 350 science fiction novels, I never do well on the "top" lists. These are the only ones I've read on this particular list:
33. SF Masterworks: Rendezvous With Rama
32. Zones Of Thought: A Fire Upon The Deep
30. SF Masterworks: Ubik
29. Fahrenheit 451
19. Ender's Game
17. Foundation
11. Ringworld
9. Childhood's End
8. The Man In The High Castle
4. Neuromancer
1. Dune
Neuromancer was the only one listed above that I disliked. I have no idea why so many people love Neuromancer; it was not written well. I only read it because one of my cousins insisted it was good.
Ubik was the first novel I read by Philip K. Dick. It was recommended to me by the same cousin that recommended Neuromancer. I don't understand how someone can simultaneously like Ubik and Neuromancer; the latter makes no sense and the former is pure genius.
Rendezvous with Rama was for a long time one of my favorite science fiction novels. After having read the Orbitsville trilogy, though, my opinion has changed. Rama is not all that great when compared to Orbitsville, mainly due to the superior characterization. However, the sequels to Rama did improve upon characterization.
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If this has been discussed before, I apologize, but I couldn't find it anywhere. As we are in the 21st century and we have boys bring ipads to Troop meetings with cookbooks, meritbadge worksheets, BSA handbook, etc. I'm being asked by the boys how they can get the merit badge books in PDF. I remember a year or so ago I found some nice PDF of the merit badge books online, but they've since been taken down. Does anyone know of a source for merit badge PDFs?
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A few years ago there was a website that had many of the MB books online in PDF format. However, they were forced to take them down by BSA which, as pointed out above, was likely for financial reasons. Ironically, many other BSA publications are freely available (like the troop program guide) online directly from BSA.
Our troop encourages scouts to donate their MB books to our troop library. When we have a large number of scouts taking a class (i.e., at summer camp) we will purchase a few books on behalf of the troop and put them in our libaray. We have a database which our Librarian uses to keep track of the books and he opens the "library" before each meeting for Scouts to check in/out books as needed.
Oddly enough I was able to find one troop online who had scanned a large number of MB books into PDFs and have made them available. Bad boys. ;-) It is not all of them but the ones they own copies of. I am not a lawyer so I am not sure if that is legal or not (suspect it isn't). The link is enough to find. Don't want to post as I really don't want to go to jail for aiding and abetting. ;-)
Copyright is a big deal and violating that not only asks for legal remedies, it is a clear violation of the Scout Law, at least one of them, and the Oath.
On the other hand, there is nothing wrong with creating a 'lending library' for the troop to use. Old copies of the pamphlets can be donated by boys once they're finished with the merit badges or they can be purchased directly by the troop. OR multiple boys who intend to work on the same badge can share the cost and purchase a single shared copy.
But Copyright does prohibit MAKING COPIES, no matter what form they take, even if not for profit.
Krampus, telling someone about a criminal activity is not a crime in itself, even if the reader decides to engage in the criminal activity as a result. However, the better action would be to inform those who are breaking the law that they should stop, BEFORE they receive that stiff note from an attorney.
I suspect the troop knows what they are doing. Or then again, maybe not. I know people who try to excuse away the copyright law by saying they are doing it for "educational purposes" or since their troop is tax-exempt they are somehow immune to the law. They look to be a small troop so maybe they are not aware. They are using Google Docs so you think they would have something like YouTube where they can identify third party copyrighted content. I sent them a note so maybe they will take it down.
02-22-2014, 01:46 PMEditing a commentI've seen that site and they make note that the PDF files are for THEIR TROOP ONLY. That seems like it might be how it is justified, the question is whether or not it's legal. Our troop has a private website, so it seems like that might fall under personal and educational use because it really would be accessible to only our troop. I'm wondering about the legality though. If it is legal it might be just what we need. Does anyone know?
A question to the group.
How common is it for scouts to own Ipads????? Honestly they should be able to afford 5 bucks for a merit badge book.
The BSA has a right to recoop cost of producing the books.
So why don't they make them available on Google play or itunes?????
I think that would go a long way to making them seem at least remotely current and relevant with the way most folks operate now a days.
02-22-2014, 01:23 PMEditing a commentIf they only needed ONE book, that would be reasonable, but they need a $5 book for EACH merit badge, which is unreasonable. So even if they own their own device, to have to pay $5 every time you start a new Merit Badge can add up pretty quickly.
Online or app availability is a good idea too. I hope they really are working on that, but they do seem a bit slow to keep up with technological advancements. They could have the Eagle Required available as a package and then offer the others at a low price like 50 cents or a $1 each.
Almost all of my Scouts own a Ipad, Ipod or some type of Kindle device. As a Troop now we do not buy Merit Badge books. If the troop could pay a $100 a year fee to access all of the books. By using some of the new tool in Myscouting you could give each registered scout in your unit access to them. This would also increase the money brought in to the BSA from unit that are not close to a service center.
02-22-2014, 01:27 PMEditing a comment$100 seems like a lot, but I like the idea of a subscription. That way updates are already included in the price.
I don't want them to give up hard copies all together though. As a merit badge counselor, it's helpful to be able to make notes and such in my own copy.
For presentations it would be helpful to have digital versions to pull from as well. Just think how much easier it could be to teach from.
Why would the troop buy merit badge books?????
Many of my scouts have ipod, and some even some smart phones
For most of my scout if they want to purchase a MB book they have to do it on-line. it is over 100 miles to the nearest scout store. We have a troop libary that has been passed down and several books are old. If the troop does not have the book most scout will not use the book for the MB. It would also reduce the amount of stuff our librarian would have to drag to meetings.
"So why don't they make them available on Google play or itunes?????"
LOL, Basementdweller, haven't you been a participant in some of the threads in which we complain about National's ability to maintain a database, or their websites, or, or....? Do you really think these guys are THAT modern?
Me, I'd use the approach championed by Ronald Reagan and let some private entity do this work...WHAT AM I SAYING? BSA itself IS a private entity.....nevermind.
Trust me, you do not want to deal with copyright lawyers. They will hound you.
Long story short, wife did book review in grad school. paper got submitted for some competition, and was one of three finalists. The "payout" was a free ticket to the lcoal librarian convention and the paper being publiched in the group's journal. Due to the three publishers being housed in the WTC on 9-11, copyright permission was never secured, and it was too late for the paper to be pulled form the journal.
3 years and a move later, we get calls from 3 copyright laywers. After several conversations, 2 back off. One is a P.I.T.A. Could not understand that no financial compensation was given for the paper the wife wrote. after several months of being harassed, It finally got to her when I mentioned that maybe the journal should charge her client for the 3 full pages of advertising they got from the paper my wife wrote since it was a book review promoting the the book to all the libaries and school systems in the state.
I got one final call saying fine, don't do it again.
packsaddle commented02-16-2013, 08:56 AMEditing a commentI'm trying to envision how a book review would go crosswise of copyright laws? Did she use extensive quotes from the book? If so, and if she referenced them appropriately, as a scholarly paper she was within the realm of 'fair use'. Of course that won't stop an attorney who smells a case but in this case it would be a losing one for them.
Or did she use the intellectual property in some other way for that review? Like I said, I can't figure out how something like this would bring out the attorneys.
Much of the merit badge program is financed from the sale of merit badge books and badges. The BSA has looked into and will be offering electronic merit badge books in the not too distant future that will be dowanloadable to iphones and tablets and the like and sold where you get applets.
Wonder what the budget for the merit badge program is? Supposedly, much of the editorial input is volunteer, of course there's the design and production cost. At $4.50 each, wonder how much is made off each merit badge book?
And at $2.00, I wonder what th profit is on a merit badge? $1? 50 cents? It's an interesting question as there are just under 2 million merit badges earned every year, according to meritbadge.org. Rather puts an interesting light on high speed/low drag advancement policy.
I am donning my 'neo-Luddite' hat now, I would like to add that there is still nothing wrong with those 'old-fashioned' paper pamphlets. They work without electricity and you can jump page-to-page a LOT faster than on some d***** iPhone or similar electronic crutch. And before you go on about pages getting wet or something, dunk that infernal electronic contraption in the creek and let me know how that works for you.
OldGreyEagle commented02-16-2013, 11:12 AMEditing a commentYou know Pack, not every scout has the money to own an Ipad or a smart phone. Scouts wealthy enough to have such things could learn to make do with the old standy paper publications
02-22-2014, 01:32 PMEditing a commentThe troop library seems like a good plan unless you have several working on the same MB all at once which is pretty common so digital versions would be helpful.
On a campout the hard copy makes sense for anything you PLAN to work on, and the digital copy for things that come up spontaneously.
As a merit badge counselor, I really want a hard copy rather than having to read over all that on the computer. I'm only in my 30s and yet, VERY much prefer to read PAPER over a screen, but to have a whole library on one device could be VERY valuable too.


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