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This is a modern apartment located in an historic part of Portsmouth, as you can see from the images the views are amazing. You over look the mouth of busy portsmouth harbour, and there will never be a dull moment, even if your preference is to just sit and look out of the window having your morning coffee and watching the world go by.
The Apartment benefits from two bedrooms, a double, and a large single ( taking two single beds), there is also a double bed settee in the living room. There is a modern kitchen and bathroom, and the Apartment has cable TV and WI-Fi. You also have access to private parking.
There is a lift which gives you access to your fourth floor apartment if you are saving your energy for your seafront walks.
When you have dragged your self away from the views of the harbour, the Solent and the Isle of Wight, you can step out and wander arround historic Old Portsmouth, visit museums, cafes restaurants, designer shopping, asend the Spinaker tower ( Gunwharf), local walks beaches, shows, museums, local markets, historic Dock Yard ( Mary rose, the Victory,The Worrior, moder naval vessals).Or just enjoy the sea.
|Sleeps up to 6, 2 bedrooms
|Nearest beach
|2 min walk
|Car not necessary
|Nearest travel links
|Nearest airport: Southampton Airport 20 km, Nearest railway: London and the South coast 1 km
|Family friendly
|Great for children of all ages
|No pets allowed, No smoking at this property
Features and Facilities
|Internet access, DVD player, Sea view
|Central heating, TV, Satellite TV, Wi-Fi available
|Kettle, Toaster
|Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine
|2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms of which 1 Family bathrooms
|1 Sofa beds, Double beds (1), Single beds (2)
|Linen provided, Towels provided
|Balcony or terrace
|Secure parking, Lift access, Suitable for people with restricted mobility, Not suitable for wheelchair users
The Hampshire region
Portsmouth is situated in Hampshire on the South coast of England. It is a city with a geat Naval history and a holiday base here gives you access to the South coast, and all its water based activities, the Isle of Wight, the Uk country side, London, Europe and Local airports. The Weather is generally temperate and statistically benifits from a warmer and brighter disposition that much of the UK.
Although modern and cotemporpary your apartment is situated in the historic part of the City known as Old Portsmouth. This area of Old Portsmouth feels very nautical, with narrow town houses, usually three story, squeezed in to form non-uniform terraces, Your apartment is just east of The Camber harbour, with The Point being on the west side: Broad Street and Bath Square lead towards the narrow entrance to Portsmouth Harbour. All of this area was within the old walled city. You can find fortifications, an old savings bank, historic inns, a former bathing house (Quebec House), the Popinjays warehouse, the sailing club and an old customs watch house with an observation hut. Most of the buildings are Circa 1800, with some C1700 and C1900. The landmark former Seagull Pub then Restaurant now estate agent is from the early 1900s.
Walk the route that Nelson took on his way to board HMS Victory on route to the Battle of Trafalgar. Vist the oldest pub in Portsmouth.......The Dolphin built 1759.
The Hot Rocks is a shingle beach only one minute walk bounded by Portsmouths old fortifications and Round Tower ( view point). Old Portsmouth has many historic buildings and traditional waterside pubs all on your doorstep. Portsmouth's Historic Dockyard, home to the Mary Rose, HMS Victory and HMS Warrior, The Spinaker Tower and Gunwharf Quays, are all just 15 mins walk away. Gunwharf Quays is the home of numerous desiger outlet stores, restaurants and cimema.
You also have access to Isle of Wight Ferries, buses, coaches and trains all within 15mins walk, The Isle of Wight hovercraft also departs every half hour and is a ten minute walk away. Brittany Ferries give access to France and Spain and are a 15 min Taxi ride away. There is also easy access to a number of sailing Marinas, this includes Hazlar, Gosport and Port Solent. .
There are Numerous places to eat and drink which include restaurants and cafes all within an easy walk of the apartment.Southsea offers high street stores including John Lewis, Debenhams, Boots etc and Farmers Markets selling local Hampshire produce are often held here on weekends.
Southsea Common, host many events such as kite festvals, circuses, Southsea show , , or is just great for pic nics games and walks..20min walk form the Apartment. Futher down the promenade you have tennis courts, outdoor bowls, kids water parks and play areas, sand filled volley ball courts, The Sealife Centre, D-Day Museum, Henry VIII Castle,The Pyramid Centre ( wave machines slide and pools) for the kids, Skate Park, Rock gardens, South Parade Pier, Canoe lake with water play areas, bouncy castle, boats and floating swans, modle village, rose gardens, pitch and Put , Royal Marine museum, and eventually Eastney Marina and the Hayling Island Ferry, which will take you to the lovely Sandy beaches of Hayling.The are various eateries along the way, If you decide to do this 1 hr walk along the seafront in one hit. You can always geta Taxi or bus back.
If you'd like to visit the Isle of Wight the hovercraft from Southsea to Ryde leaves from Clarence Pier, just a few minutes walk from the flat.
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A: You have discovered a baby bird out of its nest! If the bird looks like a bird – that is, it has feathers and hops around – it is no longer considered a baby but a fledgling. When a fledgling either jumps from the nest or is pushed out by a sibling, it will hop around trying to locate a low branch. The fledgling will be very vocal as it calls to the parent bird(s), and the parents will continue to feed it until it grows to maturity. Leave it alone if you can. Humans do not make good bird parents and the fledgling's best chance of surviving is to remain with its parents so it can learn how to find food and survive on its own. If necessary, move the fledgling off the ground so that cats or other animals don't get it. A shallow box or a shoe box with an open side can be used to hold the bird. Hang the box in a nearby tree or a dense bush. Even a picnic table or house eve may work well as a safer location for the bird. If you must move the fledgling, try to keep it in close proximity to where it was originally discovered. Enjoy watching the parents return to the youngster with food, after you have left the area.
If, however, the baby bird has its eyes closed and very few feathers, it needs to be returned to the nest as soon as possible. Baby birds must be fed frequently and need to be returned to their parents' care. Birds have a poor sense of smell, so your handling will not discourage the parents from caring for the baby bird. If the entire nest has fallen down, try to place the nest back where it came from. Attempt to ensure that the nest will stay put, then leave the area so that it is quiet for one to two hours.
If no nest can be located, you will need assistance from someone licensed to care for injured and orphaned wildlife. Under no circumstances should you attempt to feed the baby bird; never give a baby bird water, bread or milk. You will be doing more harm than good. Only licensed rehabilitators are legally allowed to take in a wild creature and care for it. The NH Fish and Game Department maintains a list of licensed rehabilitators that is available on their website at: www.wildnh.com/Wildlife/wildlife_rehabbers.htm. NH Audubon (224-9909) also has this list and can help you find the one closest to you. Three names and numbers to keep on hand are Cathie Gregg of the Elaine Connors Center for Wildlife in Madison, 603-367-9453, Maria Colby of Wings of Dawn Sanctuary in Henniker, 603-428-3723, and the Center for Wildlife in Cape Neddick, Maine, 207-361-1400.
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Q: What should I do if I have found a banded bird?
A bird with a metal band on its leg was banded under a permit from the U.S. Bird Banding Laboratory. Birds are banded in order to track their movements and lifespan. It is very important to report one of these birds if you can get the numbers from the band. Without them, nothing can be reported. Information that must be recorded includes:
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- date found
- alive or dead? How did it die?
- finder's name, address, and phone number
This information can be called in to 1-800-327-2263 or reported on the Bird Banding Lab's website [LINK]: www.pwrc.usgs.gov/bbl. It can also be sent by mail to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Bird Banding Laboratory, 12100 Beech Forest Road, Laurel, MD 20708-4037. The lab keeps track of all banded birds. If you call them, they can often tell you over the phone where the bird came from and how old it may be. When they receive your report, they will notify the person who originally banded the bird, and they will send you a certificate of thanks for helping the program. The certificate will also include information about the bird.
Colored, plastic band
More commonly found in backyards are pigeons banded with a colorful, plastic band, often beginning with the letters AU. This is a racing pigeon, most likely one that is lost from its race and is tired, hungry, and thirsty. Give it protection from predators (perhaps a plastic laundry basket over it) and offer it water and some food such as un-popped popcorn, rice, barley, split peas, buckwheat (kasha), or canary seed. After the bird has rested a day or two and has had water and food, it will probably take off and continue home. You may have to shoo it once or twice to encourage it to leave.
Racing season is April through November. Sometimes the pigeon's owner can be traced if you have the band number. Try the National Pigeon Association's (NPA) website at www.npausa.com; it has details on identifying owners. If the bird hangs around for more than 48 hours and refuses to leave, and the owner cannot be located, you may keep the bird or find it a suitable home. For more information about taking care of the pigeons (for both short and long periods of time) visit the American Racing Pigeon Union's website.
Neck band
If the bird has a neck band (usually Canada Geese), it is part of a regional study to track migratory and non-migratory patterns of Canada Geese. Report the same information as detailed above on metal bands to the U.S. Bird Banding Lab (above) or NH Fish and Game, Wildlife Division, 2 Haven Drive, Concord, NH 03301; tel. 603-271-2461.
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Bird Feeding
Q: How can I join the Annual Backyard Winter Bird Survey?
Q: Why are there few or no birds at my feeder?
In stormy weather, the birds come to feeders more often, so be patient. We encourage you to report the activity at your feeders, or lack thereof, in our annual Winter Bird Survey in February. For instructions and a recording form, send a self-addressed, stamped, long envelope to Winter Bird Survey, NH Audubon, 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH 03301, or go to the survey web page.
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Bird Nests
Q: What should I do if I have a bird nesting in a hanging plant?
Q: What can I do about a bird nest in an inconvenient place?
If the nest is in a location where there is no ledge or other place for it to be moved to, try placing it in a cardboard box first. The box should be on its side so the birds can easily enter it and, depending on the species, the top may need to be cut out as well. The adult birds will come to recognize the nest by means of the cardboard box–a shoebox is good for this purpose. Once you see the adults entering the nest in the box, it is possible to secure it to the top of a step ladder that is the same height as the nest. The ladder may then be moved very gradually (perhaps only one foot the first day) until the nest is in a location where no one will disturb the birds. This method may works for house rafters, canoe racks, or vehicles that must be moved.
The inconvenience sometimes caused should be more than compensated for by the knowledge of nesting and rearing practices that human observers of all ages gain from the experience.
If a nest is inadvertently destroyed but the young are still alive, contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator right away. Only licensed rehabilitators are legally allowed to take in a wild creature and care for it. The NH Fish and Game Department maintains a list of licensed rehabilitators that is available on their website at www.wildnh.com/Wildlife/wildlife_rehabbers.htm. New Hampshire Audubon (224-9909) also has this list and can help you find the one closest to you. Three names and numbers to keep on hand are Cathie Gregg of the Elaine Connors Center for Wildlife in Madison, 603-367-9453, Maria Colby of Wings of Dawn Sanctuary in Henniker, 603-428-3723, and the Center for Wildlife in Cape Neddick, Maine, 207-361-1400.
Blue Jays
Q: What should I do if Blue Jays are pecking at the paint on my house?
Q: What should I do if I find a dead bird at my feeder?
Q: Can you tell me about Avian Flu?
Southeastern Cooperative Wildlife Disease Study at the University of Georgia, www.scwds.org
Centers for Disease Control, www.cdc.gov/flu/avian
Q: Can you tell me about West Nile Virus?
West Nile virus is considered a disease of birds that is occasionally transmitted to humans and mammals by an infected mosquito. It has spread from east to west across the country. Infected birds sometimes become sick and die. Most people who are actually infected with the virus experience no symptoms, or mild flu-like symptoms. Fewer than 1% of people infected will become seriously ill. The elderly and people with compromised immune systems are most vulnerable. For more information on human health risks contact the Department of Health & Human Services hotline or website listed above.There is an ongoing effort in New Hampshire to monitor for mosquitoes and birds infected with the West Nile Virus. While crows have been the most likely species to be infected with West Nile, it has been found in many other bird species and in some mammal species.It is not uncommon to see an occasional dead crow or other bird, especially along the roadside where road kills provide an easy meal. This is the most likely cause of dead crows that people observe along the roads. There are also diseases, such as salmonella, that are sometimes observed in birds coming to a feeder.A New Hampshire coalition to address West Nile virus was formed in 1999, under the leadership of Dr. Jose Montero of the New Hampshire Bureau of Communicable Disease Control. The NH Audubon has been represented on this task force.
Q: What should I do if I have a hawk at my feeder?
Q: Can you tell me about fall hawk migration and hawk watch sites?
NH Audubon has manned hawk watching sites where you can watch with an experienced field biologist at Miller State Park on Pack Monadnock in Peterborough and Carter Hill in Concord.
Click here [LINK-Locations>Raptor Observatories] for more information on these sites.The following sites are popular for hawk watching in New Hampshire.
Southwestern New Hampshire: Gap Mountain in Troy, Pisgah State Park in Winchester, Crotched Mountain in Francestown
Southeastern New Hampshire: Stratham Hill in Stratham, Great Island Common in New Castle, Odiorne Point State Park in Rye from the Battery Seaman bunker
Central New Hampshire: Oak Hill in Loudon, Blue Job Mountain in Strafford, Little Round Top in Bristol
Northern New Hampshire: Mount Prospect at Weeks State Park in WhitefieldOther nearby sites, just outside the state include:
Southern Maine: Mount Agamenticus in York
Massachusetts: Mount Wachusett, Parker River National Wildlife Refuge at Plum Island in Newburyport (from the dune top by Hellcat Swamp)For more information on hawk migration, please visit the Hawk Migration Association of North America (HMANA) web site at www.hmana.org. Once there, it is possible to learn more about regional watch efforts through NorthEast Hawk Watch which is found by clicking on "Chapters." In addition, the NH Audubon Chapters frequently organize hawk watching trips in the fall. Check the Chapter Programs section of the Afield for any upcoming trips.
Q: What should I feed Hummingbirds?
We hope you enjoy watching these wonderful birds.
Q: Can you tell me about Hummingbird Migration?
Q: I have seen a tiny hummingbird. What is it?
Injured Wildlife
Q: Found an injured bird or animal?
By following these steps, you have made the largest contribution you possibly can toward helping this injured wildlife obtain the best possible care, and we are grateful for your efforts! Wildlife rehabilitators do not get paid or funded by any state or federal governmental agencies. All costs of training, medical supplies, special caging and dietary needs are out of the pocket of wildlife rehabilitators themselves. Donations can help them provide quality care to injured and abandoned wildlife. Thank you for your care and concern!
Q: What should I do if I have bees at my bird feeder?
Q: Can you help me identify a bug?
Q: Why are there so many ladybugs at my house?
Mowing Fields
Q: When is it safe to mow fields for nesting Bobolinks and other field birds?
- Watch for where birds, especially females, frequently land in the field. These are likely to be nesting areas. Avoid mowing these locations.
- Leave small patches such as edges or strips unmowed as nesting areas and feeding areas for young birds.
- Leave uncut sections around areas that are wet or difficult to cut.
- Set the mower at least six inches high to protect nests and young.
- Install a flushing bar on the front of your mower to flush birds from their hiding places in high grass before the mower gets there.
- Rotate larger fields (greater than 10 acres) so that some are mowed late (hay used for bedding and straw).
If you have fields that are not needed for hay, the solution is simpler. Delay mowing until late August. In the case of small fields, you can also try mowing once every two to three years, preferably in August, to increase plant diversity while keeping the growth of woody plants in check. Some nesting birds—Bobolinks for example, actually prefer using older hayfields. For larger fields, cutting one-third of the area every year late in the season will provide valuable food and cover conditions for wildlife as well as nesting sites. Cutting a few strips twice a year, where you know birds are not nesting, provides new growth for food as well as sunning and dusting areas.
If there are a number of fields adjacent to each other, the removal of hedgerows will provide the look of a large area. Such larger grasslands are appealing to the less common New Hampshire grassland birds: Grasshopper Sparrow, Vesper Sparrow, and Upland Sandpiper.
Pastures that are used for grazing animals may provide good nesting sites provided the animals are rotated through a number of fields during the growing season.
If it is feasible to burn small hayfields, there are numerous benefits. Burning is done in early spring before birds nest and reduces or removes dead vegetation, adds nutrients, rejuvenates plant growth and helps prevent the spread of woody vegetation. Grassland bird populations usually benefit from this practice in one to two years after a burn.
The careful maintenance of grasslands and meadows benefits not only those species of birds that nest in them. It also provides hunting grounds for owls and other wildlife and enriches the entire surrounding ecosystem.
For more detailed information about maintaining grasslands and meadows, please see the publications by the Massachusetts Audubon Society that deal with grassland birds. Information can be found at http://www.massaudubon.org/Birds_and_Birding/grassland/.
Handling fields and grasslands with the interests of both people and wildlife in mind is not easy but the end results make the effort essential and worthwhile.
Q: Can you tell me about owls and their calls?
Q: Can you tell me about wintering robins?
Q: How do I help early spring Bluebirds and Robins?
Q: Can you tell me about New Hampshire's Snakes?
This is the most common snake in New Hampshire and the most widely distributed snake in all of North America. While its most recognizable feature is the yellowish stripes down its back and sides, garter snakes also have small markings on the sides of their bellies. Their diet consists largely of earthworms but they also eat insects, rodents, and other small animals. They mate soon after leaving hibernation in March or April and the female gives birth to 7 to 85 live young in August or September. The babies are about 8 inches long and reach maturity in two years.
Often confused with:Eastern Ribbon Snake.Eastern Ribbon Snake (Thamnophis sauritus)
This snake looks like a very thin Garter Snake with bright yellow stripes and no markings on the belly. There is one other difference that might prove difficult to detect. The length of a snake's body is covered with scales of various colors with a definite distinction between the color of the belly and the color of the back. The stripes on a Ribbon Snake are found two scale rows up from the belly scales and on the Garter Snake the stripes begin only one scale row up. The tail section of the Ribbon Snake is longer than that of a Garter Snake but this, too, might be difficult to see on a fast-moving creature. The diet of the Ribbon Snake consists of frogs, salamanders, plus an occasional fish or rodent. The females give birth to 3 to 20 live young in August or September and sexual maturity is achieved at two years of age. Ribbon Snakes are not as widely distributed as the Garter Snake and are usually found close to water.
Often confused with: Common Garter Snake.Northern Water Snake (Nerodia sipedon)
This truly aquatic snake is found near, and often in, water. It is large and thick and, when young, has bronze cross bands on a paler body which makes it look similar to the Milk Snake. These snakes get darker as they age and eventually look all black. Their main diet is fish but they are known to take other aquatic animals as well. They mate in May and June and the females give birth to live young in August or September with large females producing as many as 60 young. The males become sexually active at two years of age and the females at three. Water Snakes are not poisonous but defend themselves aggressively if handled often by biting. Such bites tend to bleed profusely because of the presence of an anticoagulant in the snakes' saliva but, again, this is not a poisonous snake. Unfortunately, Water Snakes are sometimes confused with so-called water moccasins, a poisonous snake that does not occur in New Hampshire.
Often confused with: Water moccasin (cottonmouth) – not found in New Hampshire.Redbelly Snake (Storeria occipitomaculatga)
Snakes are not noted for their eagerness to deal with the human race but some are more secretive than others. One of these is the Redbelly Snake. Growing only 16 inches long, these snakes are well-distributed in New Hampshire but not often seen. They have bright red bellies, three light spots on the neck and four thin brown lines running down their backs. They feed mainly on slugs and snails and have developed relatively long, thin teeth that allow them to twist snails out of their shells. They also eat earthworms and small animals. One to 14 live young are born in August or September and sexual maturity is achieved at two years of age. The Redbelly Snake is closely related to the Brown Snake.
Brown Snake (Storeria dekayi).
This is another secretive snake that is usually found in the southern portion of the state. These snakes are never larger than 20 inches and are rather dull looking with two rows of small dark dots running down their backs and a dark vertical streak on the sides of their heads. When young they may have a light collar which causes them to be mistaken for Ringneck or Redbelly Snakes but these have bright yellow and red bellies respectively and the belly of the Brown Snake is very pale. Like the Redbelly Snake, Brown Snakes dine on slugs and earthworms and have teeth and jaws that are adapted for twisting snails out of their shells. They give birth to 3 to 27 live young in July or August and two years are required to reach sexual maturity.
Ringneck Snake (Diadophis punctatus)
This small and slender species is, like the Brown and Redbelly, also quite secretive. Usually smaller than two-feet, the Ringneck is black, gray, or brown with a gold collar and a yellow belly. They prefer wooded areas with lots of cover in the form of logs and rocks and their diet consists of anything they can catch including salamanders, frogs, smaller snakes, earthworms and insects. The females lay 1 to 10 eggs in June or July and many females may share the same cavity for egg-laying. Some females keep the eggs in their bodies until they hatch. Otherwise, from egg to hatching takes eight weeks. It takes one year for them to reach sexual maturity.
Smooth Green Snake (Opheodrys vernalis)
The Green Snake appears to be declining in New Hampshire. Matching its color, this snake prefers grassy areas and was once found throughout the State. The adults are bright green with a white or pale yellow baby. Young Green Snakes tend to be an olive or blue-gray color. They are seldom bigger than two feet and feed mainly on insects, occasionally taking salamanders, spiders, and snails. In July or August 3 to 12 eggs are laid in underground cavities that are often used by more than one female and the young hatch in 3 to 23 days. It is two years to sexual maturity. Green Snakes often hibernate in communal groups. Although reforestation and housing developments have both contributed to a loss of habitat, housing developments also bring with them frequent mowing and the use of pesticides all of which have affected the population.
Racer (Coluber constrictor)
Another snake that is of concern in the State is the Racer. Growing as long as six feet the Racer is a black snake with a gray belly and a very pointed tail tip. The young have brown or brownish-red splotches down their backs and are sometimes confused with Milk Snakes although other characteristics are quite different (see below). The way Racers glide gives them a look of great speed, hence their name. They are excellent at climbing trees and often feed on birds and bird eggs as well as any other animal they are able to catch, including a great many rodents. In June or July the female lays 10 to 25 eggs in leaf litter or under a rotting log. Foot-long young hatch out in late summer or fall. They need two to three years to reach sexual maturity.
Milk Snake (Lampopeltis triangulum)
People should count themselves fortunate if they find a Milk Snake on their property. This snake is common in southern New Hampshire. It is quite beautiful with reddish-brown splotches down its back, a black-and-white checkerboard pattern on its belly, and a light-colored V or Y in the patch on its neck. They were seen around barns so often that it was thought they were stealing milk from the cows and farmers often killed them. Their attraction to barns, however, came from the high number of rodents that were found in them and rodents are their favorite food. They are also capable of eating birds and other snakes, including Timber Rattlesnakes. The Milk Snake is the only New Hampshire snake that kills by constricting, coiling around their prey and tightening the coil every time their victim breathes out. In June or July females lay 3 to 20 eggs and the young hatch in August or September. Sexual maturity is reached in about three years. When approached and frightened, Milk Snakes vibrate their tails rapidly and produce a buzzing sound which often gets them confused with Rattlesnakes. Their color and patterns are similar to those of the copperheads, a poisonous snake that does not live in New Hampshire. Many are unnecessarily killed for these reasons.
Often confused with: Copperhead – not found in New Hampshire; behavior of rattlesnake – tail vibrating.
Eastern Hognose Snake (Heterodon latirhinos)
This is another beautiful and fascinating snake of New Hampshire that is restricted to sandy soils and has a limited population. In fact, it is listed as threatened on the State List of Endangered Species. It is a very distinctive snake with a thick body and turned-up nose. They vary in color and go from all black to pale beige with dark blotches on its back. Hognose Snakes dine mostly on toads but will eat frogs and other animals on occasion. They have enlarged teeth in the back of their mouths which may deliver a mild venom to subdue and accelerate digestion of its prey. This does not represent a threat to people however, and the snakes are not inclined to bite. Something of a trickster, this snake goes into a complicated act when confronted, spreading its head into a hood, hissing and striking with a closed mouth. If this does not repel its attacker, the Hognose Snake turns into the opossum of the reptile world, writhing its body as though in pain and rolling over on its back with its tongue hanging out looking quite dead. This act is repeated every time it is rolled back onto its belly and doesn't fool anyone for very long. Females lay up to 60 eggs usually in July and the young hatch in August or September. Sexual maturity takes three years.
Often confused with: Behavior of cobra – not found in New Hampshire.
Timber Rattlesnake (Crotalus horridus).
The rarest and most endangered snake in New Hampshire is the Timber Rattlesnake. There are probably more places in New Hampshire named after the Rattlesnake than there are Rattlesnakes themselves. As many other snakes are able to make a rattling sound by vibrating their tails against the ground, it is important to know the physical characteristics of a Rattlesnake in order to correctly identify it. There are two color forms of this snake but New Hampshire has only one. All adult Rattlesnakes in the State are black on top with yellowish bellies. The young are lighter in color with crossbands. All Rattlesnakes have a blunt tail with a button or an obvious rattle present. Non-venomous snakes have enlarged plates between their eyes but the Rattlesnake has scales just like those on its body. Rattlers also have a heat-sensing pit organ between their eyes and their nostrils which is used to find warm-blooded animals, its favorite prey. This is an identification mark that should be checked through binoculars only. In addition to being few in number here in New Hampshire, Rattlers have very low population growth rates. Females take eight or more years to mature, may reproduce only every third or fourth year, and produce only 5 to 14 snakes at a time. The young are born in late August or September which gives them little time to feed before hibernation. Many do not survive. According to the New Hampshire Fish & Game Department, there is only one location left in New Hampshire known to have a population of rattlesnakes so it is likely that they will not survive here long. Anyone who thinks they know where there are Rattlesnakes should contact the Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Program at 271-2462.
Q: Can you tell me about New Hampshire's spiders?
Although both male and female spiders start out making webs, the males abandon the practice when they reach maturity and spend their time wandering around looking for females. Females, however, need the protein they obtain from insects to produce eggs so they weave webs throughout their lives. Most spiders have three pairs of spinnerets on their lower abdomens and each one is covered by hundreds of silk-releasing spigots. The spider is able to control the opening and closing of these spigots and different strands of silk are made for different purposes – draglines to bridge the gap between two spaces, web frames, egg cases, bug traps, or as a means of dropping down from a perceived threat. Threads may be thick or thin, wet or dry, sticky or woolly. Spider silk, more elastic than nylon and stronger than steel, is often taken by hummingbirds for nest building. In addition, the silk lacks allergenic qualities and is therefore an excellent, safe material for suturing wounds.
World wide, spiders come in many sizes with a variety of ways of snaring prey. Here in New Hampshire, the spiders we are most apt to come upon are:
The Black and Yellow Garden Spider (Argiope aurantia). This large (one inch) spider has silvery hairs on her head and thorax and a large black abdomen with striking yellow or orange markings. The legs are long and hairy and are black with yellow bands. It is one of the orb weavers which means it weaves the kind of traditional web most of us picture in our minds when we think of spiders. The web is large, about twelve inches in diameter and is usually constructed among plants in a sheltered, sunny spot. The center of the web has a distinctive zigzag pattern and the spider herself is usually found, head down, in that area.
The Carolina Wolf Spider (Lycosa carolinensis). This spider, too, is on the large side (one-and-a-quarter inches) and the body is as long as it is wide. Gray-brown in color, it sometimes has a central abdominal stripe. These spiders do not spin webs but hunt at night in leaves, rocks, and grass. They are found in meadows and woods and tend to be well-camouflaged.
The Funnel-Web Grass Spider (Agelenopsis naevia). Early in the morning when dew is still on the lawn is the best time to see the large fine webs that these spiders construct over grass with a distinctive horizontal funnel in one corner. This small (three-quarters of an inch) spider is dark brown with pale yellow bands. Lurking in the funnel, she dashes out after any insect that crosses her web.
The Daring Jumping Spider (Phidippus audax). This half-inch spider looks a bit like a miniature tarantula, being black and hairy with short, stout legs and large eyes. It uses its ability to make extraordinary leaps to pounce on its prey. The preferred habitat of the jumping spider is tree trunks, fallen limbs, and leaf litter.
The Crab or Goldenrod Spider (Misumena vatia). A tiny (three-eighths of an inch) and truly beautiful spider that spends its time hiding in goldenrods and daisies snatching insects. The female is yellow or white with red streaks on the abdomen and thick, pale legs; the male's abdomen is white with two red streaks.
All of the above spiders live out their life spans from May through October. The species we are probably all too aware of, however, is year-round: The American House Spider (Achaearanea tepidariorum). Only one-quarter of an inch in length, this is the spider that builds irregular webs in the corners of ceilings and windows. The body is pale brown with the large abdomen mottled black and gray on the sides. The male's legs are orange and those of the female are black and yellow. Two species of common house spider are capable of giving a painful, but not fatal, bite: Cheiracanthium inclusum and Cheiracanthium mildei. Both are light gray in color mixed with pale yellow. Spiders are not aggressive, putting up a defense only when feeling threatened. The kind of situation that might cause a bite is putting on a glove that has not been used for a while without shaking it out first.
The Parson Spider (Herpyllus ecclesiasticus) is a common outdoor spider that is sometimes carried indoors on firewood. Its bite may cause a small red inflammation on the skin that may itch much like a mosquito bite but, as mentioned above, reactions to spider bites vary.
According to Greek mythology, Arachne was a talented weaver who allowed the praise she received for her tapestries make her rash enough to challenge Athena, the Goddess of Weaving, to a contest and foolish enough to win. In a rage, Athena killed her. Fortunately, Athena was also the Goddess of Wisdom who instantly repented her impetuous act. She brought Arachne back to life as a spider. Given the good that spiders do, we too should let the wise side of our nature prevail. Instead of destroying every spider we see, we should capture them using a glass and card, and either put them outdoors or on a houseplant that might need protecting.
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Q: How can I help a turtle crossing the road or nesting?
Q: Can you tell me about turtles found in New Hampshire?
While the Eastern Box Turtle was once known to roam the woods of New Hampshire, especially in its southern portion, they were so extensively collected that any seen today are thought to be escaped or released pets. We are able, however, to boast of a terrestrial species – the Wood Turtle. These turtles are quite different from their pond-loving relatives. Their top shells are made up of low, pyramid-shaped plates and are sculpted and bumpy rather than smooth and shiny. Males have dark skin with orange markings under their chins, on their throats, and on the inner parts of their legs. Females are lighter in color with lighter markings. Active in forested areas all summer long, they overwinter in deep, clear, slow-moving streams. An elaborate courtship dance takes place on land before they go into the water to mate and a clutch averages four to twelve eggs. They are unusual in that the sex of the offspring is genetically determined rather than dependent on temperature. Very little is known about the hatchlings as they are seldom seen.
Humankind went through a number of stages before achieving its current evolutionary configuration. Turtles were a perfect design from the start and have remained virtually unchanged since the time of the dinosaurs. Observing turtles is a glimpse into an ancient and mysterious world. They are worthy of our respect.
Anyone interested in learning more is urged to read The Year of the Turtle beautifully written and illustrated by David Carroll.
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Book your room at Mercure Rio De Janeiro Arpoador Hotel
Standard Room, 2 Single BedsMax Occupancy: 3 guests (up to 1 child)
Standard Double RoomMax Occupancy: 3 guests (up to 1 child)
Classic Double RoomMax Occupancy: 3 guests (up to 1 child)
Get an overview of this hotel3.5-star Rio de Janeiro aparthotel in Copacabana, walk to Arpoador Beach
Located in Copacabana, this aparthotel is within a 5-minute walk of Copacabana Fort and Arpoador Beach. Leblon Beach is 2.1 mi (3.5 km) away.
Property Features
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free aparthotel has an outdoor pool and a health club. Free wired Internet in public areas and free valet parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a sauna, and concierge services are onsite.
Room Amenities
All 53 individually furnished apartments feature free WiFi and sofa beds. Guests will find kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, and microwaves.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!
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Hotel Amenities
In addition to an outdoor pool, Mercure Rio De Janeiro Arpoador Hotel provides a health club and a sauna. The aparthotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wired high-speed Internet access.
This business-friendly aparthotel also offers tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and concierge services. Complimentary valet parking is available on site.
Mercure Rio De Janeiro Arpoador Hotel is a smoke-free property.
- Bar/lounge
- Beach towels
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Concierge services
- Free valet parking
- Free wired high-speed Internet
- Health club
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
- Multilingual staff
- Outdoor pool
- Pool sun loungers
- Porter/bellhop
- Restaurant
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Sauna
- Smoke-free property
- Total number of rooms - 53
- Tours/ticket assistance
Family Friendly Amenities
- DVD player
- Free Wi-Fi
- Kitchenette
- Laundry facilities
- Microwave
- Outdoor pool
- Refrigerator
- Rollaway/extra beds available
- Separate dining area
- Sofa bed
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free wired high-speed Internet
Free valet parking
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Cable TV service
- Free toiletries
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Cribs/infant beds available
- Daily housekeeping
- Desk
- DVD player
- Free WiFi
- Hair dryer
- In-room safe
- Individually furnished
- Iron/ironing board (on request)
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Minibar
- Phone
- Private bathroom
- Rainfall showerhead
- Refrigerator
- Rollaway/extra beds available
- Room service (limited hours)
- Separate dining area
- Separate sitting area
- Shower only
- Sofa bed
- Stovetop
Where to Eat
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge between 7 AM and 10 AM.
Coffee Shop - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open select days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Nearby Things to Do
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool, a health club, and a sauna.
Hotel Policies
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age is 18
Check-out time is noon
Payment types
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! Children under 8 years old stay free when using existing bedding.
- Rollaway/extra beds are available.
- Cribs (infant beds) are available.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- Fee for buffet breakfast: BRL 40 per person (approximately)
We should mention
Parents traveling with a child under 18 must present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for foreign visitors) upon check-in. If only one parent or legal guardian is traveling with the child, that parent or legal guardian must also present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Brazilian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance. Children 8 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.


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A while back, we blogged a few photos showing two creative ways in which people announced their pregnancy to family/friends (you can check it out here). This one, however, is the best we've seen. This is so legit, it convinces you that this is how babies are made. A man is pumping air into his wife's stomach at the gas station. They repeat the process four times during her pregnancy, and eventually, they go back to take a picture with their newborn, and make this creative meme out of it.
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That being said, I just gave a guy 3 to 1 odds that Vitor doesn't make the fight. Even if he stays clean; I believe like he's mentally reliant on juice now, and will either get injured or pull out.
But I like that the NAC is taking the circumstances into consideration and not simply rubber stamping the situation; and I LOVE the part where the fighter in question foots the bill and will be randomly tested throughout the rest of their career.
This needs to happen moving forward for all first time offenders. One strike: you're tested randomly at your own expense.
What I'd like to see--and what the sonnen situation makes me doubt will happen--is a lifetime ban for second offenses, moving forward.
But I've been calling for random testing at the fighter's expense for years, it's great that it's become a reality, and I hope it becomes the norm, rather than the exception.
If you remember, Bigfoot got popped the first time and brought medical staff to a CSAC hearing explain how his acromegaly impacts his life and what meds he needs--this could be seen as the birth of the TUE process--and the CSAC didn't understand it, banned him anyway. His team argued that he needed to fight to pay for his medical expenses [he takes about 5k worth of drugs a month] and the CSAC upheld the ban. So he fought overseas. The AC then went after him and his cornermen, which was not only a douche move, it was beyond the purview. They should have just said "you guys can't practice/fight in CA again." Of course, the CSAC collapsed not long after.
I think what we're looking at is zuffa wanting to honor the AC's decision, and they wouldn't simply move a banned fighter to a different venue. Texas and NJ have shown that they'd host fighters who were under suspension from other ACs, but it's not in zuffa's best interest to go that route.


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We stayed in the hotel for 3 nights, for our first time in Riga. The room was really nice, quite big, warm, making it a great cost/quality deal. The breakfast was the same for the 3 days, but you have enough choices to have something different everyday if you want to. And the price is amazing for room + breakfast in central Riga. And the hotel now has a brand new SPA (steam room, sauna, relaxation room) that you can book (cheap) for yourself. It is located 10min by walking from Old Riga, but you have to go through the Central Market and the Central Train Station neighbourhood to go to the city centre, which can be quiet/scary during the night but is actually quiet safe. Great stay, would definitely go back!"
Great hotel for the price paid. Reception always manned and all staff were very friendly. Room was good size but did not not have a kettle. All in all I could easily compare this to a stay in Hilton or Marriott. Oh and the decor in dining area is amazing."
Across the river from town (20 minute walk). 10 euro cab ride from airport. Hotel was clean and basic. Staff was professional. Breakfast was included and I was glad I there 3 nights so I could sample everything. I thought the hotel was as advertised."
I stay in this hotel about 8 years ago It was amazing the best memories. So I decided to invite my husband to celebrate our anniversary in Hotel Jurmala Spa I booked thru Hotels.com with discount and I requested double bad and nice view . Nothing been done The room was very small and when I was booking I though it's will be different room because the money we paid wasn't small . Didn't want make trouble to reception I put two twin bads together I try to sleep, couldn't sleep all night because I was falling between bads all the time. After I asked to change the room and they give me a smelly room instead. I was shame to go to reception other time . In the evening when we come back I realized there one duvet I call to reception to ask for one more The answer was: all the cleaners are gone home we can't get you a duvet. I convinced them what it's impossible all the hotels can provide an extra duvet They promise what will help me but never deliver a service. So think twice before booking this hotel"
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Booked in-house dinner which was very nice. Exceptionally quiet. Unfortunately the weather was wet. It would have been nice to walk in the pretty surroundings, but we weren't dressed for hiking."
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Cool Name of the Week: Blaine
I've been clocking a lot of couch time this week, thanks to my bum arm, so I indulged in a little bit of "comfort viewing" – and that meant re-watching one of my teenage favorites, Pretty in Pink. While I still think Andy should've ended up with Ducky, who doesn't love this tale of class warfare and romance with a killer soundtrack?
While John Hughes picked some awesome names for his characters (I'm thinking of Iona), I'm loving the name of Andy's one-percenter boyfriend, Blane. (And I always did have a thing for Andrew McCarthy!) Blane is a Scottish name that means yellow, making it an interesting and unique way to follow the color name trend. Even more popular, though, is the spelling Blaine, which means slender, and is currently in the top 600 baby names in the US. And you can expect it to go even higher, as its the name of one of Glee's most popular characters, Kurt's handsome beau, Blaine Anderson. (In fact, the name jumped over 100 spaces on the top list in one year.)
Blaine is a great name to pair with a longer surname, and works beautifully with longer middle names. I like it with Alexander, Maxwell, Harrison, or Donovan.
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One problem with Blaine is I just read the Stephen King book the Dark Tower series, and there is an insane train named Blaine who kills a bunch of people
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I love it! Named my second son it, but since I changed the spelling on my first daughters name I kept the tradition and changed it to Blayne. His middle name is Lawson. I found out this summer it was actually his great granpas middle name, but it was spelled Blane. Funny you mention Alexander being a good middle name, my first son is Alexzander.


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posted at 9/8/2012 12:36 PM EDTIf you are going to start ruminating about our guys having good year following injuries and infer from that they are/were taking ped's, then it would apply around the league. A number of high profile players come to mind who are returning from injuries and having exceptional seasons. It does bother me about the ACES (sp?) investigation as Pedroia's name shows up as client. Not because I think Pedey is juicing, but any association can be problematic in this world of media gone wild. Neither Els nor Pedey have had the sort of physical changes one would expect from partaking of the fountain of youth. Maybe that is not a hallmark sign with some of the newer, refined ped's? The whole MLB "crackdown" on ped's is starting to look like the federal "War on Drugs"...ineffective, inadequate...and selectively enforced. Science and big pharma will always be a step ahead of governing bodies. My guess is that if every MLB player guilty of using some form of PED's were benched, the stretch and post-season would be rookie heaven.
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posted at 9/8/2012 2:01 PM EDTTo me, the more interesting question is what was Theo's plan for Ellsbury. I think the whole point of signing Crawford was to trade Ellsbury, and there would never have been a better time than Winter 2011.
Ellsbury has been the weakest link in an otherwise impotent offense since his return. Imagine how much brighter our future would look right now if instead of debating if we should pay $25M / year for a 32-year-old drug addict, we had a Chris Sale in our rotation or a Mike Minor in the rotation and a Julio Teheran on the farm.
Re: Ellsbury in 2011--an anomaly or something more sinister?
posted at 9/8/2012 3:13 PM EDTIn response to Soxchemistry's comment:
Nonsense thread.
From the perspective no suspicions have gone public, it certainly is a nonsense thread.
But looking at the facts--virtually no home run power, followed by above average power, followed by virtually no home run power--has to give one pause. If MLB hasn't been watching, they are negligent.
PED's are universally available and awfully tempting when a player has been anticipating a big contract as Ellsbury is. I have always thought of him as a straight arrow and vehemently defended him in 2010 and since. Now I have my doubts.
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posted at 9/9/2012 7:28 AM EDTI have always liked Ells--he had a monster 2011 but take out that incredible year and you have perhaps someone less than Werth and Crawford for career production.
Bourn by comparison has had a pretty consistent career. Victorino has been pretty consistent and has appeared in about the same number of post seasons as Ells.
They are all good--I wouldn't overpay for any of them--in fact I would say if the Sox work with Boras and trade Ells to a team Boras thinks will sign Ells long term--I say let's make a deal and get a # 3 or 4 starter that will help us next season.
Re: Ellsbury in 2011--an anomaly or something more sinister?
posted at 9/10/2012 4:45 PM EDTFor soxchemistry and others: Ells had a nice dinger yesterday, so hopefully he is about to go on a tear and make me look very foolish.


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I wouldn't even attempt this without half a box of Polaroid per shot. I've done a modest amount of this sort of thing myself and also did a book on interiors in the Rotovision Pro Lighting Series (with my wife Frances Schultz). I don't know if it's still available but I don't really care as it was flat fee anyway.Originally Posted by Jim Fitzgerald
The most useful tip I picked up from the 15-20 photographers who contributed pictures to the book was using those little, low-powered flash heads that screw into a light socket. Half a dozen will not break the bank, and they can be used with the diffuser on or off and the reflector in place or reversed to add light in dark corners where you need it.
Big reflectors are useful too: 8x4 sheets of expanded polystyrene (such as Dow Styrofoam) are ideal, though they do drop 'crumbs' when they're new.
Balancing indoor to outdoor is fun (if there's a window in shot) and is much easier with flash: the interior exposure is controlled solely by aperture, the exterior exposure by aperture-plus-shutter-speed.
Shiny surfaces are of course a bastard and polarizers can be a help but you then need EVEN MORE light.
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It's hard to imagine Republicans offering many kind words for Obama's plan at Sunday's ABC debate, though, in fairness, President Bush and most Republican candidates would probably have been comfortable with the bulk of what Obama said. Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., called it "a simplistic view of a very complex situation," and look for more Republicans to make similar points.
Of McCain's own campaign, the AP's Philip Elliott sees signs of his "slide" in the trappings. "His staff drastically reduced and his organization nearly broke, McCain flies commercial instead of on private jets, carries his own luggage and relies on supporters to drive him to events, including one that pulled away from a Rotary meeting last week with a flat rear tire," Elliott writes. "Yet, for all of McCain's woes rival campaigns aren't holding a political death watch just yet."
As for the national Republican front-runner, an interesting look today at what could be a key relationship for former mayor Rudolph Giuliani, R-N.Y.: his two decades of ties to Roger Ailes, the head of Fox News Channel. Ailes was Giuliani's media adviser during his first run for mayor, in 1989, and Giuliani officiated at Ailes' wedding, per The New York Times' Russ Buettner. Coincidence or not, The Hotline found Giuliani receiving more airtime on Fox News this year than any of his rivals. "Whether their friendship would ever affect coverage -- Fox insists that it has not and will not -- it is nonetheless the sort of relationship that other campaigns have noted, though none wanted to speak publicly for fear of offending the station," Buettner writes.
And lest you thought last week's feud was over, it appears the Clinton campaign is polling on the dueling answers from the CNN/YouTube debate. "The poll caller quoted directly the debate responses from Obama and Clinton and then asked me which candidate I agree with," Joe Judge, chairman of the Monroe County Democratic Party, told Iowa Independent. "Most of the position questions asked, actually almost all of them, were about Hillary Clinton and not about the other candidates."
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This is all hypothetical based on the small amount of things we do actually know and my own intuition. Valve was probably working on Episode 3, expecting it to come out just like Episode 2 did. For whatever reasons, it began to take longer than they expected plus the extra time spent on the Portals and Left 4 Deads. As the end to the Half-Life 2 story arc (They have said Episode 3 is not the end of the Half-Life franchise by the way), that probably had something to do with it. The game got too big. Eventually they decided that this needs to be a full game. The Source engine is showing its age, even though they have done a lot to prolong it. The reason why we haven't seen anything beyond a few pieces of concept art is because Episode 3 is being made with a brand new engine, and if they were to show a video or screenshots, we would all know it to no fanfare. A new engine would be a very big deal (it affects all of their games) and I think it's pretty reasonable that they would want to make some kind of big announcement to show off the new Source engine instead of having it drizzle out. On February 20th Gabe said:
"Part of the reason that we backed off talking so much about what was happening in the future is that when we've done that in the past, you know, with Half-Life 1 it was a year after we originally said it would be, Half-Life 2 basically if you go and read the forum posts apparently took us 50 or 60 years to get done, so we're trying to be careful not to get people too excited and then have to go and disappoint them... So we're sort of reacting in the other direction and saying, 'okay, well let's have things a little more baked before we start getting people all excited about it.'"
Both Half-Life 2 and Team Fortress 2 changed massively since when they were both being shown off.
I'm going out on a limb here but I'm going to guess that the new Source engine will use fluid dynamics first experimented with in Portal 2. It will be called WaterSource.