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Off of Moonshine Canyon when you come to a great resting tree youll see a water collection concrete wash (also great for BMX). To the right of the resting tree is a dirt road gate. The fence to the left of the gate is bent down and easily accessable. On mapquest, it shows that this road easily leads into what I believe are the horse flats.
Here is my question. Where are the Horse flats. At Tampa and Sesnon there are several trails and Im just wondering where they go. The first one east of the Gas Co. guard house and at the very end of Tampa curves east. The trail dumps off into a culdesac (Mirkirk Dr) with another trail starting on the other side. Using mapquest I noticed that the trail leads off into Sesnon Canyon south of Aliso Canyon. I noticed that higher up the hill a winding dirt road. From the Mirkirk Dr trail can you catch link up to this trail if you press hard up hill? I noticed from arial shots on mapquest that this winding trails also leads down into Limeklin Canyon Dr (which is a private road, owned by the Gas Company). If you take the trail north it will lead to what looks like a large tank on top of a hill. Down the hill on the north side looks like a grove of trees. Is this the Olive Grove trail mentioned before?
A west of the Gas Co. guard house is a sign showing Moonshine Canyon and Limeklin Canyon and three trails.The one on the far right takes you to fenced up dead end, but if you hop up a small dirt ridge there is an opening in the fence. Whats up with this trail? I was kinda intimidated because I know those utility companies are pretty serious about trespassing.
The middle trail starts off with a steep climb and two signs are posted indicating private property. Is it cool to bike there?
And finally the one on the far left is Moonshine Canyon which is what I took. That trail was OK. But naturally I had more interest on the other trails.
Why is there only one trail available and signs indicating two separate trails?
Where is the Olive Grove Trail? Where are the horse flats? Where are the old oil fields? I can see a whole mess of trails on mapquest a little further north?
If you go north on Sesnon/Porter Ranch D. I can see that a trail leads to what looks like a water tank. Can you still go up to the water tank? And take the trail into Browns Canyon?
Thats about it. I'm mostly curious about public/private property. The Oat Mountain, Olive Grove Trail, Oil Fields and the Horse Flats are probably what I guess just takes simple exploring. Oh yea, I forgot where exactly are the Indian caves with writings on the wall? I guess thats alot further west off of Topanga Canyon. Thats probably a whole nother area of exploration. Anyways happy riding! Ride rating: NoviceRide distance: 6-7 miles Elevation change: Singletrack=55% Dirt Road=40% Paved Path=4% Truck Trail=1% Allen Azali a 22 year old Weekend Warrior riding a Specialized Rockhopper FSR comp from Northridge, CA E-mail:this user
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You know, I just thought of something...
Windows 8 is just around the corner. I'm not under the impression the next version of DX will be released with it but you've got to think it isn't to far away. I wonder when exactly it will be out? I'm asking because I would hate to spend a bunch of money on this card, or Nvidia's Keplar, and it be rendered obsolete by a new DX release shortly after the purchase since the cards wouldn't be designed for DX 12 or whatever it will be.
Then again, if DX12 were to come out it will be out towards the end of 2012. Taking into account it will be at least a year later until a game comes out to properly take advantage of it, maybe this isn't such a huge deal as that is basically two years.
I was kicking around getting one of these cards, or perhaps wait for Keplar, to replace my GTX580. But now that I think about, I think I'll wait. After all, BF3 is really the only game I play and my 580 plays the game fine with everything maxed out. I'm not even overclocking or anything and it still runs fine. So why bother?
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Diggy Simmons Biography
Diggy Simmons Biography
Date of Birth
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Daniel "Diggy" Simmons, son of rapper and Run-DMC co-founder Joseph Simmons with his second wife Justine, is thirteen years old. He is the fourth child of Joseph Simmons and is the elder brother to Russy Simmons and Miley Simmons the newest member of the Simmons family. He recently started in a new school and is dealing with issues like his family's affluence and how he is financially different from the kids in school.
Daniel Simmons appears in Run's House, an MTV reality series. Run's House features the Simmons family, from rapper-reverend-rapper Joseph Simmons to his second wife Justine. The two met through Zoe Ministries in which they serve. She is the mother of two, one of which is Daniel. He is nicknamed "Diggy" and is younger brother to his three step siblings Vanessa, Angela and Jojo. The parents are practically dealing with various age groups and this factor makes the reality show even more interesting. Different issues arise as each individual grows up, as shown in season two of the reality show. Here Diggy deals with growing pains and relationships in and outside the family. He appears to be the serious one because he is deeply involved in his studies and dealing with his personal issues.
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New Video: Brianna Perry – "Dear Hip-Hop"
"I'm overdue for the top spot."
It's hard out here for women in Hip Hop. And although the door has been kicked wide open for up and coming rap chicks since the emergence of Nicki Minaj, they are still finding it hard to get the respect that they are due.
Brianna Perry is a Miami-bred rapper on the come up and she is airing out her grievances with the rap industry on a track titled, 'Dear Hip Hop'. In the letter to 'Hip Hop', which uses a sample of Carrie Underwood's 'Before He Cheats' for the chorus, she raps about not being respected enough to make it to XXL's Freshman Class cover (that cover sure did create a lot of controversy didn't it?) or MTV's Hottest MCs list. Meanwhile, she uses an ignited copy of this year's Freshmen Class Issue as a backdrop to the video. She also lists a few reasons why she probably doesn't have a bigger buzz.
"I've been waitin up for you to call.
This pain can't sleep at all.
Seen you change them other b-tches lives.
I admit that I'm pissed off.
Maybe my raps is just too clean.
Maybe my a– is just too small.
Maybe I need a reality show to show my a– and show it all.
Look what you made me, arrogant b-tch.
Just like a fiend, lookin for hits.
You talkin about Gucci, Louis, Fendi, Prada
Ooh da da da. The eff is your problem?"
Earlier this year, Beyonce posted Brianna's 'Marilyn Monroe' mixtape track on her official website, so it looks as though someone is taking notice. A Beyonce, Jay-z or Kanye co-sign is major (ask Azealia).
Watch the video below.
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Budding cartoonist Junior leaves his troubled school on the Spokane Indian Reservation to attend an all-white farm town school where the only other Indian is the school mascot.
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North Dakota's Supreme Court is hearing arguments on the Fighting Sioux nickname dispute next week.
The court today scheduled arguments in the case for 3 p.m. March 15.
The Board of Higher Education is suing to block a June statewide vote on a North Dakota law that says the University of North Dakota's sports teams must be known as the Fighting Sioux.
The board is suing Secretary of State Al Jaeger. Supporters of the nickname and the North Dakota Legislature have intervened in the case. The Supreme Court will be hearing arguments from all four sides.


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A Boy's Life
This episode includes:
Felix by Anselm Belser
Little Boy and the Beast by Uwe Heidschotter and Johannes Sweiland
Hellion by Kat Chandler
Six Dollar Fifty Man by Mark Albiston and Louis Sutherland
An annoyingly precocious boy in a supermarket learns the hard way that for every action there is a reaction. Clocking in at just 43 seconds, this is the shortest film ever to air on ImageMakers. While short in length, it does not lack for impact or lack or laughter. Written and directed by Anselm Belser. Principal cast: Felix Muller, Daniela Blaschke and Paul Ohmert.
- Visit the film's Facebook page at facebook.com.
- See the film's IMDb entry at imdb.com.
Little Boy and the Beast
Since little Haro's dad has left, his mother has completely changed. Divorces are always difficult and painful but when your mother and father are actually monsters ... that makes life even more difficult. He discusses the pros and cons of having monsters as parents, but deep down wishes he had normal parents. The award-winning film is directed by Uwe Heidschotter and Johannes Sweiland.
- Watch the trailer, below.
- To learn more about the filmmaker go to heidschoetter.blogspot.com.
- To read an interview with the filmmaker go to ctnanimationexpo.com.
- See the film's IMDb entry at imdb.com.
All hell breaks loose after three brothers tape their babysitter to the side of the house. Petey is the youngest of three boys in his family and he must survive his older brothers' slash and burn approach to the world. These older boys are rebellious in a way that is both terrifying and intriguing to Petey. He must decide if he wishes to become just like them or remain the sweet innocent child in the eyes of his father. A dark tale about the destructive seeds of machismo. Written and directed by Kat Chandler. Principal cast: Arthur Dale, Deke Garner and Jonny Mars.
- Watch the trailer, below.
- To read interviews with the filmmaker go to huffingtonpost.com and twitchfilm.com.
- See the film's IMDb entry at imdb.com.
Six Dollar Fifty Man
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Set in the 70s at the height of popularity of the TV series "Six Million Dollar Man," a gutsy eight year old misfit is forced to break out of his make believe superhero world to deal with playground bullies. Writer and director Mark Albiston and Louis Sutherland capture the innocence, wonder and bravado of kids that don't fit in. The film won the top prize at numerous film festivals including Sundance, Cannes, Berlin and Aspen. Principal cast: Oscar Vendee Connor, Celina Russo Berwick, Carmel McLane and Thomas Limber.
- Watch the film again, below.
- To learn more about the film visit thesixdollarfiftyman.
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Posted at: 01/24/2013 12:27 AM
By: Lee Faria, KOB Eyewitness Sports 4
To start the Rams are not deep, so if you win the match ups against their 5-seniors, you will win the game. Tony Snell against Greg Smith. Kendall Williams against Wes Eikmeier. Hugh Greenwood against Dorian Green. Chad Adams against Pierce Hornung and finally Alex Kirk and Cameron Bairstow against Colton Iverson. The Rams big man hurt Kirk, who was under the weather with the flu, by setting deep on the block. He couldn't do that against Bairstow and slowed the Rams down offensively. Smith fouled out scoring only 7-points. Hornung who averages a double-double scored only two points and 7-rebounds. Green who was the MWC player of the week last week was 4-for-14 from the floor. Finally Eikmeier did go for 20-points but many of those came late when the Lobos had the lead to the finish. It was an outstanding performance by the Lobos.


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As of Saturday, September 1, 2012
© Copyright 2015 Gwinnett Daily Post
HOSCHTON -- Even Mrs. Markham didn't know -- she would have most likely ruined the surprise, her husband admitted Friday, if only for etiquette's sake.
"She would have probably told me to wear a suit or something," Jim Markham said with a laugh.
High school football began in earnest across Gwinnett on Friday, with some 17 games taking place for teams from throughout the county. The night's action, though, was undoubtedly the most special in Hoschton, where the home of the Mill Creek Hawks got a brand new name.
The turf inside Mill Creek Community Stadium is now officially dubbed Markham Field, a nod to the aforementioned Jim Markham. The Vietnam veteran and longtime Gwinnett County administrator has been principal at the high school since its opening in 2004.
Aside from the school board, which had to approve the move, only about seven people knew what the surprise ceremony prior to Mill Creek's home opener would hold.
Neither Jim Markham -- nor his wife -- were among them.
"I really don't have a good response right now," Markham said Friday, on the sidelines now bearing his name. "I was totally shocked. I had no idea. It's the kindest thing anyone's ever done for me."
Markham has been an educator for 45 years and with Gwinnett since 1991, serving as principal at Parkview (1991-93), Berkmar (1994-2004) and Mill Creek. He announced earlier this month that he will be retiring Dec. 1 to battle the cancer that's developed from his exposure to Agent Orange during the Vietnam War.
During the brief ceremony prior to Mill Creek's solid thumping of rival Dacula, Markham was presented with a hat, a trophy, a banner signed by every senior and, most unique of all, his very own letterman's jacket.
It all had to be a surprise, Athletic Director Gary Long said.
"We were afraid if he caught wind of it he would nix it from the get-go," Long said.
Long said Markham has meant "everything" to Mill Creek.
"Dr. Markham's goal from Day 1 was to create the best high school in America," Long said. "He's an incredible leader ... I'm sure there are other people out there that could have done a great job, but I'm just not sure they would have gotten us to where we are as fast as we're there."
"He's been inspirational to all of us."
Soon, the strip across the bottom of the stadium's scoreboard will no longer welcome fans to "The Home of the Hawks," but to Markham Field.
Eventually, a granite monument with Markham's likeness will be constructed in a grassy area between the stadium and the football team's fieldhouse.
Markham, ever humble, said he never would have suspected such an honor because "I don't think like that."
"I will be forever in their debt," he said.
More like this story
- Former Mill Creek principal offers farewell to graduates ( May 23, 2013 )
- CLINE: Mill Creek principal comes up aces ( February 14, 2012 )
- Mill Creek Foundation honors Markham ( November 13, 2012 )
- Mill Creek principal retiring to battle cancer ( August 10, 2012 )
- Mill Creek flies flag from Iraq at graduation ( May 24, 2009 )
keith1721 2 years, 11 months ago
This is incredibly moving. There is nobody more deserving of this than Mr. Markham. He was my principal at Berkmar and made such a difference and impact on the lives of students there. I love seeing him being honored in such a deserving way. I look forward to visiting the field and seeing the statue one day.
JimmyOrr 2 years, 11 months ago
Although the Mill Creek football Hawks executed a flawless game plan to perfection, once the game got underway, the game in itself in my opinion paled in comparison to the brief pre-game ceremonies to honor a great man, educator, and leader by officially naming the Mill Creek football field "Markham Field" as an everlasting tribute to Dr. Jim Markham.
As I watched the game between Mill Creek and Dacula, I could not help but observe all of the students who were present in the stadium Friday evening thinking that no matter what their level of participation was on this Friday evening, August 31, 2012, that perhaps one evening in the future many of these students, now grown, will sit in this same stadium, observe the sign beneath the scoreboard which reads: "Welcome to Markham Field," and remember the indelible impact that Dr. Markham made in their lives.
NewsReader 2 years, 11 months ago
Well said JimmyOrr!
Meeksters 2 years, 11 months ago
When I read this story I could not help but feel a sense of pride and sadness. This was the right thing to do and no one deserves it more than Mr. Markham! I wish I could have been there to see the love from the students and faculty as this was presented to him.
As a parent of a former (started when school opened) and current student at MCHS, I have seen the impact that Mr. Markham has made in so many students lives, my children included. I spent a lot of time at MCHS for the first 4 years it was open, helping with the band. Mr. Markham was always so nice and caring no matter the situation. I am sure when the students take the field for football, band, track or whatever the event is, they will look back to that night and remember the pride, joy and tears that were shed.
Mr. Markham is a great leader and person. I know that he will be missed when he retires.
Mr. Markham, my prayer and hope for you is to enjoy your reitrement to the fullest and continue to make an impact on everyone who crosses your path. May you find peace and comfort in battling your cancer. I cannot wait to read your book when published!
Susan 2 years, 11 months ago
How wonderful that Mill Creek is honoring Jim Markham in this way.
destin 2 years, 11 months ago
I taught at Parkview High school when Jim Markham was an Ast.Principal. I've retired now with 30 years of teaching + coaching experience in N.J., OK, GA. but feel totally confident in saying he was the very best principal I ever worked for and with. I can still see him sitting in the bleachers cheering on our girls softball games. He wasn't just there as an administrator that "had to be", he was part of the enthusiastic fan base! I say to the Mill Creek community you have done a truly remarkable honor to a very honorable human being.


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By Army Sgt. 1st Class Michael J. CardenAmerican Forces Press Service
ARLINGTON, Va., May 17, 2009 Generals, congressmen and, in many cases, presidents of the United States have attended military funerals at Arlington National Cemetery here and given their condolences to children who have lost loved ones to war.
But for many of those unfortunate children, it may still be difficult to understand the honor of their loved ones' sacrifices and what it means for a servicemember to be buried here.
A new book titled "For Children of Valor: Arlington National Cemetery" is dedicated to helping children and families of the fallen buried here to cope with their loss. Five such families, representing the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps were presented with first-edition copies of the book during a May 15 ceremony at the cemetery's information center.
"This small gift conveys our admiration and our respect by acknowledging the pain and the loss these sacrifices must bring," said retired Army Maj. Gen. Carl H. McNair, Jr., president and chairman of the Arlington National Cemetery Commemorative Project. "We wanted to provide a gift that captures the honor of Arlington National Cemetery.
"May this gift bring the spirit and fond memories of your family a little closer to home, and may you gain a greater understanding and appreciation of the hallowed grounds on which we stand," McNair said.
The Arlington National Cemetery Commemorative Project produced the book in conjunction with illustration and photography support from the Washington Post. Dr. Stephen J. Cozza, a retired Army colonel, advised and helped author portions of the book. Cozza is a psychiatrist and expert in child trauma currently serving as a professor with the Uniformed Service University of Health Sciences, Children's author Linda Tyler wrote the main text, and artist Deborah Withey illustrated the book.
The 52-page book is filled with somber images of children and families visiting the cemetery, as well as colorful patriotic graphics typical of an elementary school arts-and-craft project. Educational messages and information about Arlington cemetery history appear on the pages. There is also a section of artwork toward the back of the book for children to color in themselves.
During the ceremony, Army Secretary Pete Geren spoke of the sacrifices made by the more than 340,000 American military members buried here since the Revolutionary War as well as the millions of others buried elsewhere throughout the world. He credited the families of the fallen for supporting their military loved ones despite the frightening realities of war. The families are heroes, too, he said.
"Military families are the strength behind our servicemembers," he said. "The families don't get medals, but they're heroes, and these heroes come in all ages and sizes."
Americans are indebted to the families for their sacrifices, he added. "For Children of Valor" is an "expression of gratitude from the heart of a grateful nation."
Angie Capra said it was a great honor for her and her family to be a part of the presentation ceremony. Capra and her five children, Mark, 12, Victoria, 10, Jared, 7, Shawn, 5, and Adrianna, 3, were recognized for the loss of husband and father, Air Force Tech Sgt. Anthony L. Capra.
"The book is great," said Capra, who drives about 40 miles from Fredricksburg, Va., to visit her husband's grave here at least once a month. "It's a wonderful memory for my children to have, and to know that people still think of their father and honor him and everyone else who've lost their life in combat."
Tech Sgt. Capra was killed in northern Iraq in April 2008. He was an explosive ordnance technician whose job was to dismantle and handle insurgent-made bombs, which have claimed the majority of the civilian and coalition lives lost in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan since 9/11.
"My husband went into the service wanting to do his part at whatever the cost, so we accepted that a long time ago," she said, adding that her and husband were both "Air Force brats" and met more than 13 years ago when their parents were stationed in Turkey. "[The presentation] is a great honor for our family."
Other families recognized at the presentation were:
-- Marissa Alexander and 3 -year-old twins Avery and Alaya who survive Army Staff Sgt. Leroy Alexander, a Special Forces engineer killed in Afghanistan in June 3, 2005.
-- Lisa Dolan and her son, Beau, and daughter, Rebecca, survive Navy Capt. Robert E. Dolan, killed in the Pentagon on Sept. 11, 2001.
-- Terry Valentine, along with her son, John, and daughter, Meghan, survive Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer Thomas J. Valentine, a Navy SEAL who died during a pre-deployment airborne operation Feb. 13, 2008, in Casa Grande, Ariz.
-- Pamela Zembiec and her daughter Fallyn survive Marine Maj. Douglas Zembiec, killed May 11, 2007, in Baghdad.
"For Children of Valor" follows the publication "Where Valor Rests: Arlington National Cemetery," which was also produced by The Arlington National Cemetery Commemorative Project, in conjunction with National Geographic, and Rich Clarkson and Associates. "Where Valor Rests" was released two years ago today as a salute to members of the U.S. armed forces who are buried here.


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Sgt. Ed Roman of Versailles is on his third deployment with the Missouri National Guard in Iraq.
By Matthew J. Wilson
Editor's note: An 11-member section of the Missouri National Guard's Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 3rd Battalion, 135th Theater Aviation Battalion, of Lebanon, is more than halfway through its one-year deployment to Iraq in support of Operation New Dawn.
Its mission is to provide command and control, supervision, staff planning and unit level personnel service and logistical support for all units that belong to or are attached to the theater aviation battalion.
As part of its 24-hour-a-day mission, the unit performs command and control for 11 C-23 Sherpas, four C-12 Hurons and one UC-35 Cessna Citation. Through the use of these fixed-wing aircraft, the unit will provide a forward deployed aviation battalion, which provides air movement of cargo, personnel, and military/civilian dignitaries from the United States, NATO, and Iraq, throughout Iraq and the Central Command Area.
These Guardsmen also are responsible for the flight following air tasking orders, mission scheduling, and diplomatic flight clearances for all aircraft assigned to the battalion.
So far, the unit has planned and supported more than 1,400 missions, which have transported about 1.2 million pounds of cargo and more than 9,000 passengers over the course of more than 5,000 flight hours.
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BALAD, IRAQ - Sgt. Ed Roman, who lives in Versailles, is proud to currently be into his third deployment in his eight year career as a member of the Missouri National Guard.
"I have volunteered for two out of three deployments because I have ample experience and I felt it would benefit new Soldiers and the mission," Roman said. "I serve my country because there are folks that do not want to, so I step up so they do not have to."
Although being deployed is difficult, Roman said it's not difficult for the reason a lot of folks expect.
"Most people believe that the dangers that surround us daily are what make a deployment hard," he said. "Actually, being away from Family and friends is the hardest part. Not being able to hold my children is one of the most challenging things I have ever had to endure."
At home, Roman has a wife, Tami, two sons, Hediberto III, 15, and Chase, 8, and two daughters, Bailee, 5, and Kayla, 3.
Being away from them and others has taught Roman much.
"Don't take for granted the time you have with your Family and friends," he said. "You never know what you are missing until you become separated for a long period of time."
Since he won't be able to be with his Family during the holidays in person and participate in Family gatherings with his folks and in-laws, Roman said he'll rely on technology to bring them closer to him.
"I plan to be on the Internet using a Web cam to partake in holiday festivities," he said. "I want nothing more than to watch my children open their gifts Christmas morning."
If he had one Christmas wish, Roman said it would be to return from deployment early and not have to leave his Family again. When he does return, Roman already knows the first thing he wants to do.
"I want to hug my wife and children," he said.
Before he deployed, Roman was a battalion assistant operations noncommissioned officer for the 1st Battalion, 135th Attack Reconnaissance Battalion, at Whiteman Air Force Base, during the week. When he returns, he'll work as a freight broker agent out of his home.
Roman's Christmas list is short.
"I just want to have my shop/garage built and finished," he said. "I have not had the time or money to finish it because my Family necessities come first, so I am hoping for a miracle."
Aside from being home with his Family, Roman says what he misses most while deployed are the things most Americans take for granted every day.
"I miss the freedom of being able to get in my truck and drive wherever I feel like, as well as wearing civilian clothes," he said.
But there are things he doesn't miss, as well, like paying for bottled water, food and fuel.
Now well into his third one-year deployment to Iraq, Roman said he's seeing some changes there for the better.
"The environment is the same, but the conflict is decreasing," he said.
While deployed, Roman has been touched by seeing several young Soldiers quickly grow into men and women. He's also learned valuable life lessons.
"In order to accomplish a mission or goal, you have got to put aside any hard feelings and be part of a team," he said.
Although more than 6,800 miles and nine time zones away from home, Roman wants people from Missouri to honor service members currently deployed and assist those in their community during the holidays.
"I hope people pray for the Soldiers and their Families to soon be reunified safely, but mostly, I hope they help someone that is less fortunate than them in any way," Roman said.
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How Much Should You Charge to Shoot a Wedding?
Posted By Photopreneur Editors On June 22, 2010 @ 9:51 am In Business of Photography | 29 Comments
(The following is excerpted from the new book The Successful Wedding Photographer [2], by the editors of Photopreneur.)
The problem with pricing wedding photography is that there is no single average price for a wedding shoot because there is no single average wedding shoot.
Just as there is no standard rate for a car — old wrecks cost $500; new Ferraris a lot more — so wedding photographers with lots of experience, awards and big name recognition will be able to charge above average rates, while new photographers with no reputation, an empty schedule and no marketing budget will be willing to accept lower amounts.
And that's without factoring in the different packages that photographers can offer clients, or the effect that location has on prices. A new Ford might cost the same in New York as it costs in Miami, but wedding photographers, whose expenses are more closely linked to the real cost of living, will generally charge different amounts in each region.
From $1,000 to $20,000 and Beyond
Coming up with the right price list for a photography business is far from straightforward. According to a survey of more than 21,000 new brides by leading wedding Web site TheKnot.com [3] in 2009, the mean amount spent by U.S. couples on their wedding photographer was $2,444.
Another rough guide suggests that a budget wedding photography job might cost $1,000 or less, and a moderate wedding shoot from $1,000 to $3,000. Upscale photographers might be able to receive $3,000 to $5,000, and luxury wedding photographers can get away with charging anything from $5,000 upwards. Some photographers have boasted of landing jobs that pay $10,000 or even $20,000.
But these kinds of figures mask huge differences in regions and requirements. The same survey, for example, found that the average wedding budget in Arkansas is just $15,073. In New York City, couples expect to spend an impressive $56,999.
Two Approaches to Price-Setting
Photographers generally use a couple of different approaches when they try to set prices. The first is the strategy used by Conrad Erb [4]: they start low to reflect low expenses, expectations and experience, then raise prices once it becomes clear that customers are willing to pay more and that those low fees are actually hindering business growth.
The alternative is to look at what other photographers in that location are charging, calculate an average and pitch prices in the middle of that range.
This is the approach taken by Teri Bloom [5] who, despite experience that includes photographs on the pages of the New York Times Magazine, Rolling Stone and Time Magazine, keeps her prices "middle of the road."
In part, she says, that's because wedding photography is competitive and even well-off clients are price conscious; money spent on a photographer is money not spent on the catering, the flowers or the honeymoon.
But a mid-range price also helps to ensure a steady flow of work rather than well-paid but sporadic shoots — and the anxiety that comes between them — and room to move up should schedules fill.
Not every photographer would agree with Bloom's preference to shoot lots of mid-range jobs rather than wait for occasional high-end weddings — they might prefer to use that time between jobs to shoot other types of photography or work on personal projects. They ignore the mid-range prices and aim straight for the upmarket weddings in the hope of earning more for each shoot.
Going Upmarket vs. Overpricing
But the work has to be of high enough quality to match the high pricing, and according to Bloom, in practice high-end fees often reflect an aspect of the photographer that has nothing to do with the way their pictures look.
Says Bloom:
I find some photographers start to get an attitude about themselves. Very often, their pricing is more about their ego than about the quality of their work. Buyer beware, pricing doesn't have a thing to do with talent or experience!
Overpricing is a mistake that's as easy to understand as underpricing. It takes a certain level of confidence to believe that you can capture the most important day in a couple's life, and it's tempting to look at a set of attractive pictures and believe that they're better than average.
And if they're better than average, the photographer who took them should be able to charge higher prices than average, too.
But even Denis Reggie [6], the founder of wedding photojournalism and a photographer whose client list has included John Kennedy, Jr. and Carolyn Bessette, as well as Alan Greenspan, Ted Turner, Paula Abdul and a host of other celebrities, offers prices that start below $5,000.
That may be a higher price than average, but the client list, experience and Reggie's own place in the development of wedding photography all go a long way towards justifying it.
To charge high-end prices, a wedding photographer needs to have a tangible reason. For Reggie, it's a long celebrity client list that helps to deliver trust: if Maria Shriver and Arnold Schwarzenegger were willing to hire him, then he must be good enough to justify the price.
For other photographers, it might be the market. A photographer with a studio in Beverly Hills or New York will be able to find more clients willing to pay higher fees than a photographer working in an area with low incomes.
It Takes More Than Talent
Rarely, though, can the quality of the images alone help to justify high prices — if only because clients aren't always capable of seeing the differences between good wedding photos and the very best wedding photos.
Clients aren't photographic connoisseurs. They just want to make sure that they hire a photographer who delivers beautiful pictures that remind them of their wedding day.
Good photography is always going to be vital for the success of a photographer's career, but it must earn the photographer a reputation before the prices can start to rise. It's not a good idea to rely on the wedding couple's ability to spot a rare photographic talent as a way of persuading them to pay rare prices.
Personality can be as important an element in choosing a photographer as talent. Clients want photographers who are easy to work with and who won't get in the way of the day's proceedings. If they're also fun and bring energy to the wedding, so much the better.
None of these caveats mean that you shouldn't aspire to charge a premium for your wedding photography. But you'll need to offer more than just great photos to justify your prices and win the jobs.
Tomorrow: Creating wedding photography packages
29 Comments To "How Much Should You Charge to Shoot a Wedding?"
#1 Comment By sean On June 22, 2010 @ 3:27 pm
Surprised the mean in the US is only $2,444 - after Album costs, insurance, rent, equipment, marketing etc one need a wedding a week to earn a decent rate.
#2 Comment By Alex On June 23, 2010 @ 7:56 am
Surprised that the mean in the US is $2,444! In Europe, people wouldn't pay more than 700€ AFAIK. In the last 4 weddings where I went, couples even refused to get a photographer because of the poor common price/quality ratio and asked the assistance to take pictures. The quality was of course not the same of a good photographer, but it seems that good photographers are not always easy to find.
#3 Comment By sean On June 23, 2010 @ 2:46 pm
Hi Alex,
I know plenty of photographers in Ireland (i'm Irish) and none would shoot a wedding for 700 euro. If you add it up, its not viable for a professional.
But there are lots of part time people tinkering with photography who do shoot weddings for this kind of money. I think this is why the averages are low.
I think people are under a misconception that wedding photographers are very expensive and overcharge.
I used to think the same until I went into it myself. For the amount of work, stress, planning, costs etc its not very well paid - I can make more working in a bar, but I prefer to do something creative.
It frustrates me that the same clients who wont pay for photography have no problem forking out similar amounts on cakes and even car hire for a couple of hours. Not to mention far more on a dress they will wear once. But Ive come to realise that there are only a percentage of couples who really appreciate the value of good photography, and its these that are worth targeting. For many people, I guess its just not important.
#4 Comment By Gino On June 24, 2010 @ 12:03 pm
Sean, I agree 100%..#1 if the quality is there and the photographer has put forth a strong presentation..then the reality of getting more for your money will take place of let's get the cheapest price and go with it...I hear all the complaints from when Aunt Jane shot my wedding...you get what you pay for. I price a paskage and show clients what I have to offer...I also do some specialty shots to bring in more profit.. as I explain during my presentation.. always remember it doesn't cost you more to shoot an 16X20 as it does an 8X10 but the profit is increased... if you give in to price alone..then find another business
#5 Comment By Deborah On June 25, 2010 @ 12:31 pm
I live in a Southern State on the East Coast of the US. I shoot most Weddings for 1600. USD. I recently lost a potential contract that I offered for $800.00, half of my base fee. I cut the fee beause it will be a small backyard Wedding. The couple are friends of my sister and said they only wanted about "20- 25 snapshots" and "might" be willing to pay $200.00. They are not my personal friends and I've only met them twice previously.
It had nothing to do with being able to afford my fee, the Bride to be is a Medical Doctor!
They just wanted cheap. I don't do snapshots at Weddings and I don't do Cheap. I am experienced (10 years shooting Weddings..)with a degree in Photography. Was I being high minded and selfish to reject this contract?
I've never rejected because of my fee, nor have I ever refused to be someone's photographer..
#6 Comment By Chelsey On June 29, 2010 @ 1:00 pm
No Deborah, I don't think you were selfish to reject the contract. Clients like that sometimes cause bigger problems in the long run, and none of us needs a client that is ready to cause problems from the get-go.
There are plenty of "tinker-photographers" out there that would love to make up to $200 for 25 snapshots, but the poor photographer might find out in the end that it was more trouble than it was worth. Even though the clients are only willing to purchase 20-25 snapshots, they will still expect full coverage and want to choose the best of the whole works. Its still a full day of your time.
I think you did the right thing turning them down.
#7 Comment By Daniele On July 4, 2010 @ 5:35 pm
Thanks for the post, really inspiring.
BTW, here in Italy the average price for a medium-level shoot is around 2000€; low-budget sits around 1000. Overall service quality is almost indipendent from price, as usual.
#8 Comment By Paul "pablo" Conrad On July 4, 2010 @ 6:25 pm
@Deborah: did you ask her if she could give you a kidney transplant for $200? Including the hospital room, operating room, nurses fees, anaesthesiologist, etc.?
One thing I say to potential clients is: Why be cheap on the one thing that you'll have for years to come?
#9 Comment By Jean Chartrand On July 4, 2010 @ 8:02 pm
I am very cautious when I hear that someone is doing work for a celebrity or a high end client. The reason I say this is that it's not always their talent that gets the job it's all about connections at that level. Let's take Dennis Reggie if I am not mistaken he is married to someone in the Kennedy clan. Do you think that doesn't open any doors!!! Don't get me wrong Dennis Reggie is a fantastic photographer but the connection definitely helps.
Also I have heard that a lot of these celebrities expect their work for free or at a reduced price because you can then advertise that you have done their wedding and again it opens more doors for you.
I have been a professional photographer for the past 30 years and the greatest and worst achievement in photography was the digital format. Why? Well when we shot a wedding with a medium format camera and film years ago the amateur was never viewed as an equal talent. But today everybody shoots digital and it is not perceived in the same manner. Unless you're at a wedding and your camera has a 400mm f2.8 lens on it they may look at you differently. Some guests have a better DSLR than the photographer himself.
As far as the pricing goes if you are not charging at least 150-200 per hour for yourself plus all other fees you're not making any money. The PPOC did a survey a few years ago and came up with an average time a photographer works with a client on a wedding this encompasses meetings, shooting, editing, preparation and delivery the average was about 36 hours. So for the photographer who charges 1500 for a wedding and let's say clears 900 that works out to $25 per hour at that rate I better just get a job in the government and at least have benefits.
#10 Comment By sean On July 5, 2010 @ 12:00 am
I hear you with the gear thing. The last wedding I shot there were a couple of guest with the same camera and lenses I had - I guess I just had to try to look more like a pro:) I would still believe my shots will be a lot better - or else im in trouble!
Do you have a link to that PPOC survey by any chance?
Good fodder for those tire kickers looking for a bargain.
@Paul love the kidney analogy!
Its actually a good idea - find something they can relate to (preferably their work) to show how their pricing idea is ridiculous.
#11 Comment By carlos On July 5, 2010 @ 10:53 am
Bloom's way of deriving her prices is a very poor business model. Pricing your services in the middle of a pack does not take into account the cost of goods sold for your business. It's flying blind with no instruments.
I hear clients and, sadly, other photographers talk about hourly rates too when they hear a price - "Why, you'd be making $XX.xx per hour at that rate!" Really? Then I won't download your images to the computer or make prints or design an album because those activities are unpaid. When you price your services you have to price them to cover your costs of doing business. Do your clients have insurance? Do they drive cars? Do they live in houses? You have to price your services so that you can do all of those things too...... but more than that, you also have to cover the cost of equipment purchases, upgrades and repair, including your computers and software. You have to cover the expenses of insuring your gear as well as purchasing Errors and Omissions insurance and keeping a million dollar liability insurance policy (many venues require it). You have to cover the cost of marketing your services.
There's much more, but you get the idea. Just pitching your prices into the middle of the pack is lazy at best and dangerous at worst. If I open a restaurant that offers gourmet meals in an elegant setting I can't stay open if I've priced my meals in the middle of a pack of fast food burger joints and local squat and gobble cafe's. What I'm offering is different and I can charge a premium for my filets and yes, even the ambience. It's not just the goods, but the services that require compensation.
@Jean - I agree.... and disagree. I shoot Canon gear and have had guests show up who were better dressed and sporting a Hassy with digital back (yes, guests. plural). A lot has to do with your attitude, how you carry yourself, how you interact with clients and guests.... there are a lot of variables that can set you apart as the pro in the mix. Most Arizona weddings are outdoors, so I am all over the place once the ceremony starts, even to the point of climbing trees to get a particular angle.
#12 Comment By Daisy On July 9, 2010 @ 2:35 pm
If you don't have confidence of using your present equipment to shoot better photos than those hobbyist guests with better camera and lenses... please don't call yourself a professional. If you think digital era is a bad thing (vs Film era), it means you need to educate yourself seriously with the camera manual or spend some time to adjust your past 20 years' experience. Digital camera is still camera with Aperture, Shutter speed, ISO, etc. You have a lot more competition now is all because people are better now. Easier to learn from results by digital.
In conclusion, your photos stay at 30 years ago. Who can sell the same old thing for 30 years and people actually buy? Cola changed their packages and contents for a few times already!
#13 Comment By Jean Chartrand On July 10, 2010 @ 1:17 am
You totally misunderstood what I was saying. I never said I was worried that a guest would take better photos than me far from it. I have an extensive education in photography; I have won many provincial and national awards and have attained my Craftsman of Photographic Arts and am presently working on my masters. My main income comes from photography as a fulltime employment and I certainly can call myself a professional photographer here is my website [7] judge for yourself. My style has certainly changed over the past 30 years otherwise I would not still be in business.
As for my confidence regarding my equipment I know my equipment very well and know how to use it. You seem to have missed that I said the greatest and worst. So let me expand on that, the greatest because you can see a result immediately, you can change ISO for each different environment, you can take hundreds of photos without having to change the card, today's lens are faster and technologically superior etc etc.
The reason I said the worst is because that every person who owns a DSLR and is able to take a few shots with it and maybe do a few scripts on their images thinks they are a professional photographer. These shooters would not know the first thing on lighting ratio, using a light meter, shooting in manual mode, rules of composition and how to properly charge the market rate for an assignment.
These weekend & mamarazzi shooters have definitely screwed up the wedding photography business by under charging if not giving it for free. I can't tell you how many times I have heard from potential clients saying that they saw someone would do it for $1000 for something I would charge $3000. I had a client tell me this so I told them if you are confident that there work is better than mine then book with them but go see him again and look for this in his work (I tell them a few technical things to look for as well as a few questions to ask) they came back and booked with me.
The unfortunate thing for our business is that anybody with a camera can call themselves a photographer and start in business. I can change my oil in my car, change my spark plugs and change my tires but I certainly would not try to pass myself off as a mechanic.
#14 Comment By Photographick Studios On July 14, 2010 @ 11:04 am
It's interesting that so many people do not factor in overhead, taxes and utilities. Unfortunately the industry sees a lot of great photographers going bankrupt or failing not due to their photography but due to their business practices. Great article, I simply hope more photographers read this.
#15 Comment By Zarli On July 24, 2010 @ 3:47 am
I am in the reverse. I was at a wedding a few weeks ago as a guest and noticed i had more gear in the trunk of my car, just because than the official photographer. I volunteered to help out by being a light stand. I think the biggest thing to remember is not be intimidated. While some guest might have more expensive equipment, it's your talent that will shine.
#16 Comment By Jean Chartrand On July 25, 2010 @ 4:53 pm
I will reiterate again as in my earlier post that I was never intimidated by a guest having a better camera body then mine at a wedding because it usually stops there. They would not have the lenses and lighting equipment that I have to do the job properly (unless they are also a pro) and I am not concerned that they would take better pictures than me.
But what I do find interesting in your post is that you were better equipped than the official photographer??? And that you volunteered to be his light stand didn't he have an assistant?? Was this photographer a full time photographer or a weekend photographer?? It seems to me if I read between the lines that the bride and groom went with a cheaper shooter for their one in a lifetime event which is their choice as long as they are happy with what they get and are not unhappy with what they did not get.
#17 Comment By Zarli On July 25, 2010 @ 5:00 pm
Both the Bride and Groom were photographers and in this case it was a very rushed wedding. He's military and deployed. They had a very quick wedding while he was on a short leave, so they could be legally married. I believe they are going to have a more additional ceremony once he's home for good.
I don't know much about the photographer so i really can't answer most of your questions. It did seem like she had experience with weddings. I mostly do fashion and portraits, so i'm used to having more lighting gear than most photographers i meet.
#18 Comment By Jean Chartrand On July 25, 2010 @ 5:06 pm
@ Zarli
Thanks for the reply it sounds that they would have made a sound decision considering the time restriction of his leave.
God bless this young man and may god watch over him while he is deployed so he can come home to his new bride safe and sound.
#19 Comment By Sammie Los On August 13, 2010 @ 5:43 am
Cheers insightful post
#20 Comment By Karrie On February 15, 2011 @ 5:49 am
3 years ago most of the weddings we worked had 120-160 guests with an overall budget of £15,000-£30,000 and a lot of that going to venues.
This year average wedding sizes 40-70 and venues are offering cut price packages of £1500-£2000 for ceremony, 3 course meal for 50 people, glass wine and glass bubbly for toasts plus evening buffet for 75 people. This has hit photography BIG TIME and I can understand it, unfortunately. If a couple see they are getting all that for £1500-£2000 then why would they spend anything over £500 for photography? (They don't realise that the venues aim to make money from the alcohol consumed by guests plus overnight accommodation.)
Added to the amateurs buying cameras with their redundancy money, the recession is hitting us hard in UK Midlands.
#21 Comment By Glenwood Springs CO Photographer On February 22, 2011 @ 12:37 am
Many of the requests I get for information show their TOTAL budget at $5000 (that's for everything). They expect the photography to be around $500 because that's what many (amateur) photogs are charging. It's really hard to educate the younger couples when they read blogs from other uneducated brides.
#22 Comment By Ademilson Cardoso On March 2, 2011 @ 8:46 am
Fiquei impressionado com os valores da America do Norte .Sempre achei que o valor minimo de um casamento seria o dobro dos que acabei de ler .No Brasil o casamento por mais simples que seja , fica em media 600 dolares e quem tem mais poder aquisitivo chegam a pagar 10.000 dolares .Pensando bem , melhor fotografar aqui no meu querido Brasil mesmo ...
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#23 Comment By Chris Cummins On March 4, 2011 @ 4:20 pm
The entire section of this article about overpricing is totally misguided. The ability to charge a high fee is directly tied to the photographers ability to market and sell themselves and their studio.
The artistic quality of the photography does not determine the fee or your overall success. In terms of quality of images, the average person does not see much difference between Dennis Reggie and the newbie with the kit camera. They just don't.
The author seems to believe the persistent myth a lot of phtogoraphers believe: your work should be able to sell itself. It never will.
#24 Comment By Zarli On March 4, 2011 @ 4:26 pm
i don't completely disagree with you, but i thnk the average person can tell the difference, but fail to understandhe added work and cost invlved in taking a better picture. Sure they want a Mercedes, but a toyota is eaiser to justify.
#25 Comment By shell On April 1, 2011 @ 12:22 am
I'm a "tinker-photographer" and would do 25 shots for 200.00 (2 hours) any day!
We gotta start some where right??
#26 Comment By Ted Hollins On April 12, 2011 @ 3:40 am
The Weddings and photography has changed in the past
30 years. Not as many people getting married. I have always said a great photographer has to be good at everything in the business. everything from pricing to customer relations. Not only does a photographer need to collect the big checks that come on the weekends but also the smaller one that come thru the week. And you will be blessed if you can find a good partner to work with. Its fun because its our passion. But I dont think its going to get any easier. Study the masters. Good luck!
#27 Comment By Ansel On September 12, 2011 @ 7:41 pm
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#28 Comment By tomas haran On February 7, 2012 @ 3:39 am
this is a fantastic article and discussion. Im going to have to rethink my pricing.
#29 Comment By Brian C Idocks On December 17, 2012 @ 6:08 pm
There are so many ways to price Wedding Photography. There is also a lot of variance in the type of service Wedding Photographers offer. Some throw in everything including the kitchen sink and will spend hours and hours in consultation and phonecalls, some are simply your Wedding Photographer. I always say, "There is a photographer for everyone."
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Tom Schmelzer, an artist from Germany, has created this amazing headpiece which acts as a direct opposite to the late Alexander McQueen's butterfly hat (shown below) for Spring 2008. This wearable sculpture was created with using wood, brass, felt, steel, rubber, viscose, and 140 scarabaeus sacers… also known as, 140 dung beetles! What Tom intended to symbolize by creating an antipode to McQueen's butterfly headpiece, is to communicate the end of the noughties with its "neocons and megalomanians, its butterfly paintings and art market-bubbles."
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Belton (February 25, 2013) -- The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor men's basketball will be making its sixth trip to the NCAA Division III National Championships in the last seven years after the Cru earned an at-large bid to the postseason tournament following a Championship Game loss in the American Southwest Conference Championship Tournament this weekend. And for the fourth straight year, the UMHB men will open the tournament at home. The Cru received a first round bye and will host a Second Round Game on Saturday, March 9th, at 7:00 PM.
The Cru will face a familiar foe in the Second Round of the NCAA Tournament. UMHB will host the winner of Saturday's opening round game between Concordia Texas and Trinity University. That game is a 7:00 PM tip in San Antonio on Saturday, March 2nd. The Cru has faced Concordia Texas three times this season and also played Trinity during the regular season.
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U.S. Army Retired Lt. Col. George Alter, 89 (center), gets help lighting the menorah from Rabbi Chaim Block (right) as Rabbi Yossi Marrus sings prayers during the 15th annual Chanukah on the River celebration.
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People line up to board barges for a San Antonio River cruise that was part of Chabad Lubavitch of South Texas' 15th annual Chanukah on the River at the Arneson River Theater in La Villita. Children's activities also were featured.
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Efrem Holley sets up a Lego menorah at the Chanukah Wonderland in Plaza Juarez at La Villita. Another menorah was made from donated canned goods.
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The menorah was center stage Sunday at the Arneson River Theater. Created from 1,000 cans of food, it made its debut thanks to children who collected the items to help those in need.
Event organizer Rabbi Chaim Block and U.S. Army retired Lt. Col. George Alter, 89, lit two candles representing the second of Hanukkah's eight days of remembrance. Block said it was uplifting for the Jewish community to come to the heart of the city and proudly celebrate a Jewish holiday with the rest of the community.
"The story of Hanukkah is an uplifting story of a few who stood for what was right and refused to just go along," he said. "America is no longer a melting pot of many cultures losing their identities in becoming American. We're now a country that embraces our diversity and ethnicity without giving it up."
An estimated crowd of 800 people gathered to observe the lighting, one of many features included at the 15th annual Chanukah on the River, sponsored by Chabad Lubavitch of South Texas.
The River Walk echoed with the sound of Brooklyn pop artist DeScribe, who added booming hip-hop to the holiday.
Children found a welcome spot at Chanukah Wonderland, which was located at Plaza Juárez in La Villita. Activities included games focused on family and Chanukah traditions, such as the Chanukah Time Machine and a dreidel moon bounce. "This year we added a component for the kids," said Rochel Teldon, Chabad's youth director. "Hopefully, this is the seed of something amazing to use every sense to experience Hanukkah."
Paul and Mary Cannon came to the event to witness something new.
"It was a cultural experience," Mary Cannon said. "As Christians, we're very supportive of the Jewish community."
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A brain battle of the ages
Fresh off a victory against Ventura County high schools during the annual Knowledge Bowl in March, Ventura High School students now face a challenge by elder adults whose average age is 88.
Call it, Juniors versus Seniors.
While the teens may have higher energy and youth on their side, the seniors "have a lifetime of experience and learning," said Suz Montgomery, a Ventura Unified Adult Education instructor who expects them to learn something new every day – and to teach her something new every day.
Too, three of the four seniors were educators – including a Ventura High School teacher -- so the students get to test the testers along with an informed business executive as the wild card.
In order to counter that vast knowledge, Ventura High teacher Linda Brug tapped into the reigning 2010 Knowledge Bowl champs and believes they can win -- if only because of the teens' ability to answer quickly.
Don't underestimate the seniors, Montgomery countered, emphasizing that their bodies may be old and slow, but their minds still smart and bright.
This fun and entertaining competition is free for all, and both teachers hope this first time match will become an annual tradition.
The match starts at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, June 7 in the top floor Vista Room of the Ventura TowneHouse, 4900 Telegraph Ave., across the street from Ventura Community College. The TowneHouse and The Venturan Convalescent Care are sponsors.
The format is the same as the Knowledge Bowl, Brug said, in which a question is posed and the first to buzz responds. If the answer is correct, a bonus query is given to that team.
There will be two rounds of 20 questions each in history, geography, civics and current events.
The Ventura High team members are Drake Lasley, Lucas Souza, Matt Roberts and Garrett Baker, while the challengers are Stan Weisel, Betty Sherman, Mary Ayres and Don Haskell.
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Exterior and interior features of the all new Audi A1 Sportback small car
Audi A1 Sportback test drive and review. Today we are going to take a closer look at the smallest vehicle Audi offers in its product range. The A1 looks stylish and offers great features and comfort for city driving. Audi A1 is perfect for urban places where busy traffic and tide parking space is always a problem. The all new A1 will probably suit best to women and young people, it is a small car after all.
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