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Two pairs of ultralight "GOLD Gear" fixed-length trekking poles on sale.One pair is Model MHP 47" (120 cm) trekking poles. "MHP" stands for Multiple Hand Positions. The poles have 13" EVA foam grips that allow the user to grip within a 13" range, in effect making the poles "adjustable" in use although with none of the extra weight, complexity and fallablility of actual adjusters. 8.8 oz for the pair, not counting straps or baskets. Straps add .5 oz per pole, baskets add .3 oz per pole. Camera mount adapter on one pole.The other pair are Model FL 47" Fixed Length trekking poles. Will custom make shorter poles if you want. 6" EVA foam grips. With straight tips (not basket-compatible), no straps and no baskets they weigh 3.3 oz per pole, 6.6 oz for the pair. Basket-compatible tips add .1 oz per pole, straps add .3 oz per pole, and baskets add .3 oz per pole. Can be ordered with camera mount adapter on one pole, adds .2 oz.Retail is $125 per pair. Closing out my current inventory. Will sell for $75 plus shipping.
If you've not heard of or tried these poles, they are fantastic!
Just in case the text and photos are confusing, I'm offering to build the FL poles either with straight tips (not pictured) or with basket-compatible tips as shown. "Straight tips" have the carbide tips screwed directly into the bottom of the pole. Basket-compatible tips as pictured are glued to the bottom of the pole. Straight tips work well for hard surfaces. Basket-compatible tips allow baskets to be attached for softer surfaces.
Is the MHP pair still for sale?Do they have straps?
" 'Straight tips' have the carbide tips screwed directly into the bottom of the pole."I'd like to understand how this is done. What keeps the bottom of the pole from splitting?Got a picture, anyone?
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Bruce,I still have a pair of MHP poles for sale. I custom make each order, depending on options chosen by the customer for length, tips, straps, and camera mount. Let me know exactly what you want, and I'll make them that way.David
Greg,I pre-drill and tap the bottom of the shaft before screwing in the carbide tip. Plus, I use golf driver shaft blanks for the poles, which are tightly spiral wrapped. I used to also wrap the bottom of the shafts several times with aluminum tape to reinforce it, but experience with an unwrapped pair has led me to conclude it is not needed. And I warranty the straight tip poles: if one breaks, I'll fix or replace it.Here is a picture of an old style straight tip, wrapped in aluminum tape with heat shrink tubing over it:
David,Thanks for the photo and the technique.There is a lot of good stuff out here.
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The gloves: In the first, Andrus went into the hole to make a play on Yoenis Cespedes' grounder. In the sixth, Andrus committed an error for the second consecutive game by dropping the ball as he prepared to flip to second for a force. … In the ninth, RF Nelson Cruz made a diving grab of Josh Donaldson's sinking liner for the first out. … In the third, 2B Leury Garcia knocked down Derek Norris' hard grounder and recovered with a 270-degree spin to get the out.
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The only redress is to allow the other teams a 1000k test with their race drivers, a dangerous precedent has now been set.
Fact is they broke the rules by exploiting a loophole, certainly not in the spirit of the rules and cheating in many peoples eyes, mine included.
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It was a marquee event in the state because it was Andrew Wiggins' public unveiling for KU fanatics. He wound up putting on a show. Wiggins, who is our choice for National Player of the Year, threw it down often during the Blue-Red intra-team scrimmage.
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This was a pretty good movie. The performances are excellent and I enjoyed the twist. One that I discovered in the horror draft.
I didn't think much of this at all... I thought the twist at the end was extremely forced and tacked on. It made the film collapse in on itself and ultimately brought it down.
D'Onofrio was the best thing about the movie.
Originally posted by H.P. Pufncraft View PostI want to check out her other films now.
I remember Surveillance getting good reviews and the plot description for Boxing Helena sounds pretty fucked up.
I saw it when it got a special release on some HDTV channel when it was coming out, so I didn't know anything and it turned out to be so good. For me at least.
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Solid movie, I liked the contrast between the 'slow' camera work & the low audio versus the (psychological) roughness. Pretty intense to see the little boy alone in the cab and to realize what he was going through. Good choice to experience everything from his point of view, no time wasted on other storylines.
The acting is fine (you dont see that often with child actors) and a great character played by D'Onofrio. The ending was good in my view, despite the fact there are some plot holes (which comes along with the single focus from the boy) I think it all makes sense in the end.
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btw I liked Surveillance too, Lynch is not into the nightmarish/mindfuck-thing like her father but both movies got my full attention from beginning to end.
Also I really liked that some unhealthy air, which grows as the story progresses.
Man I loved Surveillance and I've had this on my computer for a long time. I may finally watch it tonight.
This was pretty decent. Not a "fun" or "enjoyable" film at all, but dark and disturbing.
I enjoyed this, however it wasn't as good as I hoped. I loved the opening half hour, but then things started to get a little too lost in limbo. It didn't really feel like it was going anywhere. Luckily it picked itself up again in the last half hour. It is full of tension and has great gritty atmosphere. The performances from everyone are good too! I also liked Jennifer's unconventional directing (like her daddy!) and the twist at the end. It was good, but it could've been great!
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I grew up seeing D'Onofrio on the TV all the time as my parents were addicted to Law & Order back in the day. Never watched much of him otherwise but his performance in Chained was incredible.
Can't say I like the movie all that much otherwise though. Decent enough watch, but I wish Lynch kept the anxiousness from the first twenty minutes all of the way through. Delved too deep into cliches near the end for me.


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The Daily Mail has welcomed the Government's announcement but remains concerned about the issue of illegal immigration. 'We demand action about the hoards of parakeets now living in the UK with their funny-coloured feathers. No one can understand a note they sing, they breed non-stop and they're seriously undermining the price of bird houses.'Click to send this story to a friend
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SUNLAND PARK — In 10 previous runnings of the Sunland Derby, there have been some thrilling moments, including last year's exciting come-from-behind win by Daddy Nose Best.
Sunday should be no different.
With this competitive field of nine horses, it will be a battle for victory in the 11th running of the Grade III, $800,000 Sunland Derby at Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino.
The winner earns 50 qualifying points towards a berth in the starting gate of the prestigious Kentucky Derby.
Shakin It Up, who was shipped in from California, is the 5-2 morning-line favorite and is one of two horses competing for nationally recognized trainer Bob Baffert. Shakin It Up won the San Vicente Stakes at Santa Anita Racetrack last month in his last start.
"Shakin It Up ran really well in his last time out," Baffert said. "He has gotten better with each race and he's got a chance to do really well if he can relax. The extra distance will be a challenge for him."
Another Baffert horse competing is Govenor Charlie, who is listed at 6-1 in the morning line. He won at a mile in his last race and seems to like longer distances after finishing second in his first start at six furlongs.
"Govenor Charlie is an interesting horse and one who has been working really well," Baffert said. "He got better from his first start to his second start, and he's got a bright future."
Abraham was given second-favorite status at 4-1 at the post-position draw.
A pair of area trainers, Joel Marr and Henry Dominguez have a real opportunity to win the Sunland Derby. Marr's horse is Dry Summer, who is listed at 5-1 in the morning-line odds and already owns a pair of wins at Sunland Park, including last month's Mine That Bird Derby.
"Dry Summer has been training really well and is ready for this race," Marr said. "We're really excited to see how he fares against some really good horses that are shipping in and some really good horses who have raced here already."
Dominguez will send Show Some Magic, who was given 8-1 morning line odds, to the starting gate. Show Some Magic, who is owned by El Pasoan Kirk Robison, has raced three times at Sunland Park and has finished first, second and third. He finished second in the Mine That Bird Derby.
"Show Some Magic is an experienced horse and he's been competitive," Dominguez said. "In the Mine That Bird Derby, the pace was really slow. Hopefully, the pace will be different this time. But, it's a great field of horses, and whoever wins the race, it will be well earned."
Other horses in the race are Just Win Baby (10-1), Stormdriver (12-1), Saint Prado (8-1) and Mudflats (6-1).
Saint Prado is trained by Jeff Bonde, who won the Sunland Derby two years ago. Mudflats is trained by last year's Kentucky Derby winning trainer, Doug O'Neill. Mudflats has run in two graded stakes races already, but did not finish in the top three in either. But, O'Neill, who has won two Sunland Derby titles, said Mudflats could surprise some Sunday.
"Mudflats is running better," O'Neill said. "He has really come back with some good efforts in training since his last start.
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TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) -- Those five-star Alabama recruits arriving this summer will have some catching up to do with their peers.
Eight Crimson Tide signees are already enrolled, most at positions where there are vacancies.
That group includes five-star signees in offensive tackle Cam Robinson and cornerback Tony Brown.
It's too soon to gauge their chances at claiming starting jobs but coach Nick Saban says early enrollment can make a newcomer's adjustment to college "a little smoother."
The Tide's recruiting class was rated the nation's best by all the major recruiting services on Wednesday. Brown and Robinson are two of the group's most highly rated players.
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Edmonds had driven from north Fort Collins for lunch at the 13-year-old restaurant only to be turned away.
The Carino's employee encouraged Edmonds to visit the Loveland restaurant at Centerra.
"No, I won't go out that way," said Edmonds, one of a handful of lunch customers turned away Tuesday as employees wandered in and out collecting their final checks and severance pay.
The restaurant, along with one in Westminster, at 10633 Westminster Blvd., shut down Tuesday morning as part of a corporate strategy to move to smaller, more efficient restaurants, the CEO of Carino's holding company said Tuesday.
Both restaurants were underperforming, and their leases were up, said Creed Ford III, CEO of Fired Up Inc., Carino's holding company.
"Markets have shifted in the immediate area, traffic shifted and some of the retail shifted," Ford said. "We're still excited about both markets but not necessarily renewing the leases that we had."
Customers Steve Stansfield and Jeffrey Doran stopped by, hoping for one last lunch.
The real estate agents heard through the industry grapevine the restaurant might be closing. They were surprised to find it already had.
"It's disappointing," said Doran of Realtec Commercial. "It was a great family place. My wife enjoyed it; my kids enjoyed it."
Fort Collins' 40 employees learned of the closure Tuesday morning. All were given opportunities to move to restaurants in Loveland or Greeley, said Chris Nash, area director of the Loveland and Fort Collins restaurants, who was overseeing the last few hours of the operation.
The restaurant, which opened in 1997, was the first Carino's in Colorado and one of the first in the country. "We're losing a little bit of our history today, too," Nash said.
The economy played a role, certainly, in the closing, Nash said. Revenue was down year over year, a result of the economic downturn and increased competition along Harmony Road.
Ironically, some of that competition has come from McAlister's Deli on Harmony, which delivered lunch to Carino's employees still closing up the place Tuesday.
All the food was gone, and the equipment was in the process of being mothballed.
Ford said the College Avenue restaurant might be gone, but it might not be the last of Carino's in Fort Collins.
They've "got their name on" a possible restaurant in the planned Riverwalk project at Interstate 25 and Harmony Road, as well as some other areas, Ford said.
Carino's, a national chain, has been scaling back for the past three years. Forbes magazine recently listed it among 10 restaurant companies that have suffered the highest percentage of closings among chains with at least 50 locations.
Carino's has lost a net 25 restaurants since 2007 from New Jersey to California. It has closed two in Colorado and opened two this year, Ford said.
Casual dining restaurants, such as Carino's, find themselves caught between fast-food chains, which are relatively cheap to operate and fine-dining restaurants, which demand a premium price, the magazine reported.
"The people most affected by the downturn in the economy are the majority of our customers," Ford said. "Luckily, I don't think people have lost their desire to be entertained and go out and have fun, but they have gotten more concerned about their disposable income," he said.
In theory, Carino's should have benefited from the downward compression of customers foregoing the "white-tablecloth" establishments for lower-priced restaurants, said Jeff Miller, program coordinator for Colorado State University's restaurant and resort management program.
"Everyone is having a hard time, but in this climate, everyone (diners) takes a step down, so (Carino's) customers may be going to more traditional quick service," Miller said.
As the company moves forward, Ford said it is looking at smaller restaurants, between 3,500 and 4,500 square feet located in small retail areas.
"A lot of casual dining is shifting to more efficient locations. These buildings are so inefficient and so expensive to operate; and I think if we can do the same volume in those, we can have a more successful business model," Ford said.
The building, owned by Grimm Family Investments of Hilton Head, S.C., is for sale for $1.1 million or for lease at $16 per square foot, said Cobey Wess, a Realtor with Sperry Van Ness/The Group Commercial LLC, which is listing the property.
Wess said she has shown the building to at least 10 prospective tenants or buyers, including other restaurants and potential retail establishments.
"I think the highest and best use is a restaurant," Wess said. "Contracts are coming in, but I can't say we have the perfect fit yet; but there just continues to be an awful lot of interest in this building.
"That tells you, if you have the right location, there still are people out there willing to do business and lease or buy real estate."
The vacancy leaves another gap on South College Avenue that is already suffering from an abundance of empty storefronts, including the former Texas Land & Cattle restaurant across Troutman Parkway from Carino's.
That building appears to be getting ready for a new lease on life after being vacant for more than a year.
The 6,744-square-foot building is listed for sale with CB Richard Ellis for $1.3 million and it is under contract, according to broker Carolyn Martinez, but she could not disclose the name of the buyer or the type of business until after the deal closes.
Texas Land & Cattle closed in January 2009 and has not been occupied since.
Other vacant storefronts nearby include buildings formerly operated by Circuit City and Linens 'n' Things, both of which closed; Walmart, which moved south to U.S. 287 and a new supercenter; and Toys R Us, which moved to Front Range Village.
Despite the vacancies, Wess said, "People are very much interested in College Avenue and this intersection in particular. Restaurants do well next to each other. It creates some synergy.
The Carino's location "is a good location, and we have priced it right. The activity is speaking for itself," Wess said.
Written by Pat Ferrier, Fort Collins Coloradoan.
(Copyright © 2010 Loveland Connection, All Rights Reserved)


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Heather and Justin began their life together on April 27, 2012 at The Fields of Blackberry Cove.
Heather is the daughter of Mark and Karen Ferrell of Weaverville, North Carolina. She is a graduate of N.C. State University and Duke University. Heather is a Physicians Assistant practicing cardiology.
Justin is the son of Casey and Michaele Call of Sequim, Washington. He is a graduate of University of Colorado-Boulder and Duke University. Justin is a Physicians Assistant practicing neurosurgery.
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A recent letter concerning forgiveness for our current congressman has been on my mind for several days. She urged us to forgive him for adultery and for forcing an abortion on his wife. She then urged us to vote for him. She reminded us of the biblical teaching that he who is without sin should cast the first stone. That is a marvelous and wonderful teaching. However, if we look at it closely, we will see that forgiveness is step three.
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|Involvement of NH2 terminus of PKC-delta in binding to F-actin during activation of Calu-3 airway epithelial NKCC1.
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|Direct binding of nonmuscle F-actin and the C2-like domain of PKC-delta (deltaC2-like domain) is involved in hormone-mediated activation of epithelial Na-K-2Cl cotransporter isoform 1 (NKCC1) in a Calu-3 airway epithelial cell line. The goal of this study was to determine the site of actin binding on the 123-amino acid deltaC2-like domain. Truncations of the deltaC2-like domain were made by restriction digestion and confirmed by nucleotide sequencing. His6-tagged peptides were expressed in bacteria, purified, and analyzed with a Coomassie blue stain for predicted size and either a 6xHis protein tag stain or an INDIA His6 probe for expression of the His6 tag. Truncated peptides were tested for competitive inhibition of binding of activated, recombinant PKC-delta with nonmuscle F-actin. Peptides from the NH2-terminal region, but not the COOH-terminal region, of the deltaC2-like domain blocked binding of activated PKC-delta to F-actin. The deltaC2-like domain and three NH2-terminal truncated peptides of 17, 83, or 108 amino acids blocked binding, with IC50 values ranging from 1.2 to 2.2 nmol (6-11 microM). NH2-terminal deltaC2-like peptides also prevented methoxamine-stimulated NKCC1 activation and pulled down endogenous actin from Calu-3 cells. The proximal NH2 terminus of the deltaC2-like domain encodes a beta1-sheet region. The amino acid sequence of the actin-binding domain is distinct from actin-binding domains in other PKC isotypes and actin-binding proteins. Our results indicate that F-actin likely binds to the beta1-sheet region of the deltaC2-like domain in airway epithelial cells.
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A Family Adventure in Turkey: Ancient Wonders and Whirling Dervishes
Program Number:
Start and End Dates:
7/6/2014 - 7/18/2014
7/11/2016 - 7/23/2016
12 nights
Price starting at:
$3,998.00 -
Price may vary based on date, departure city
Program Type:
Family Programs; Intergenerational
Activity Level:
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Meal Options:
Vegetarian; Low Fat; Low Salt
With more Greek ruins than Greece and more Roman archaeological sites than all of Italy, is there a better place in the world to discover the mystery and magic of the ancient world than Turkey � �The Cradle of Civilization?� Three generations venture to three distinct areas of Turkey to learn about 10,000 years of human history � from Bronze Age settlements to Whirling Dervishes who still worship along the old Silk Road today.
� Explore the great landmarks of Istanbul: Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the seat of the Ottoman Sultans for 400 years � Topkapi Palace.
� In the ancient Greek city of Ephesus � site of one of the �Seven Wonders of the Ancient World� � view stunning artifacts unearthed in archaeological digs.
� Attend the ritual of Whirling Dervishes at a 13th-century caravansary � a camel motel on the ancient Silk Road.
Activity Particulars
Walking up to two miles over uneven terrain.
This is a family program for participants, their adult children and grandchildren ages 11 and up.
Date Specific Information
7-6-2014, 7-11-2016
Enjoy the latest in hearing technology � listening devices � on this date.
Itinerary Summary
Arrival Istanbul, 4 nights; fly to Cappadocia, 3 nights; fly to Ephesus, 3 nights; fly to Istanbul, 1 night; departure.
Overnight flight from the USA 1 night
Arrival Istanbul
4 nights
In Hagia Sophia, the most important and oldest architectural wonder of Istanbul, marvel at its massive dome and learn about its conversion from church to mosque. Take a field trip to Topkapi Palace and its harem, the seat of the Ottoman Sultans for 400 years. At the world-famous Blue Mosque learn about Islam and the Ottoman Empire. Follow a local expert through the great bazaars of Istanbul: the Spice Bazaar, the Pets Bazaar and the Grand Bazaar � a maze of 4,000 shops.
Flight to Cappadocia
3 nights
Early Christianity found shelter among the caves and subterranean dwellings of the barren landscape of Cappadocia. Visit the Kaymakli Underground City, carved out of the ground in 7th century to provide shelter from attacking enemies. At the Goreme Open Air Museum see the best preserved ancient church-caves and their colorful frescoes. Visit a pottery workshop for a hands-on demonstration and learn about this 5,000 year-old craft. Attend the ritual of Whirling Dervishes at a 13th century caravansary � a camel motel on the ancient Silk Road.
Flight to Ephesus
3 nights
Flight to Istanbul
1 night
Visit the ancient city of Ephesus, the best preserved and largest Greco-Roman city in Turkey. At the Museum of Ephesus, learn about the artifacts unearthed at nearby excavations. Try your hand at carpet and silk making at a local village.
Turkey is bracketed by seas on three sides, which has facilitated its status as a crossroads of different civilizations for tens of thousands of years. It is modernizing rapidly, but its past is everywhere apparent. It is a country where centuries-old mosques and castles blend with modern streets and buildings to create a unique blend of past and present, European and Oriental influences.
Istanbul: Comfortable hotel in heart of city with views of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. Cappadocia: Boutique cave hotel carved into a cliff with modern amenities. Ephesus: Five-star hotel overlooking the Aegean Sea. Istanbul: Four-star hotel near the airport.
Road Scholar Instructors
These instructors are participating on at least one date of this program. Please note that changes may occur.
Sami Ozcini
Sami Ozcini has shared his love for Turkey � and his home city of Istanbul � with Road Scholar participants for more than 12 years. His on-site lectures bring a different perspective to understanding and appreciating the rich history and legacy of Istanbul. A graduate of Marmara University, Sami has a degree in English literature and enjoys traveling throughout Europe, Australia and the U.S. In his spare time, he enjoys reading and acting as a referee for amateur football games in Istanbul.
Yasemin Akhun
�Seeing people gradually becoming good friends with each other and myself is the best part of being a Road Scholar Group Leader,�� says Yasemin Akhun. Since 1998, Yasemin has been leading educational adventures in Turkey, introducing lifelong learners to archaeology, music and local culture. In her free time, she enjoys travelling, tasting and cooking food from different cultures, and listening to Turkish classical music.
Meals and Lodgings
Armada Hotel Istanbul
Istanbul, Turkey
4 nights
Yunak Cave Hotel
Cappadocia, Turkey
3 nights
Korumar Hotel
Ephesus, Turkey
3 nights
Airport Hotel
Istanbul, Turkey
1 night
Armada Hotel Istanbul
Four-Star Hotel
The Armada hotel is centrally located in the old city of Istanbul, on the city's historical peninsula. It is surrounded by the ancient city walls and is within walking distance and has views of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii). Open since 1994, the building was constructed on the site of a series of row houses which were built for the marine soldiers of the famed Ottoman Admiral Hayrettin Pasha (Barbarossa) in the 16th century. The hotel's fa�ade replicates the original structures.
Contact info:
Ahirkapi Cad, 24
Istanbul, 34400 Turkey
phone: +90 212 455 44 55
Room amenities:
110 rooms, decorated in the Ottoman style with traditional Edirnekari woodwork painting, are a graceful blend of past and present and offer all modern amenities, including air conditioning, central heat, hair dryer, mini-bar, cable TV, direct-dial telephone, Internet connection and safety-deposit box.
Facility amenities:
Restaurants, bars, rooftop terrace, room service and laundry service.
Smoking allowed:
Elevators available:
Additional nights prior:
Contact firstname.lastname@example.com Contact the Program Provider for reservations; firstname.lastname@example.com.
Check in time:
Yunak Cave Hotel
Boutique Hotel
Yunak Evleri is a unique cave hotel typical of the region, where some caves date from as early as the 6th century AD. The luxurious cave rooms are carved into a cliff and they come with a balcony or patio. These rock-carved rooms are tastefully decorated with modern amenities and this hotel is regarded as among the best 55 design hotels of the world.
Contact info:
Esbelli Mah
Nevsehir, Cappadocia, Turkey
phone: + 90 384 341-6920
Room amenities:
Spacious rooms, private bathroom with shower, hairdryer, CD player, kettle - coffee maker, non-allergenic beds, direct-dial phone, heat, safety deposit box, mini-bar.
Facility amenities:
Spacious rooms, free wireless, room service, restaurant, reading room, library, free internet connection.
Smoking allowed:
Korumar Hotel
Five-Star Hotel
Korumar Hotel enjoys an incredible location, overlooking the Aegean Sea. It is a five - star hotel, offerring all the amenities of a five-star hotel.
Contact info:
2 Gazibegendi Bulvari
Aydin, Turkey
phone: +011 90 256 618-1530
Room amenities:
A/C, Sat.TV, Minibar, Safe, 24 hr room service, haridryer.
Facility amenities:
Swimming Pool (indoor & outdoor), sauna, Turkish Bath, Fitness Center, restaurants, 24-hr room service, business center, etc
Smoking allowed:
Elevators available:
Airport Hotel
Four-Star Hotel
Located in the airport, making it easy to transfer to flights.
Contact info:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Istanbul, Turkey
phone: + 90 212 2465-4030
Room amenities:
Hair dryer, satellite tv, music, wireless internet.
Facility amenities:
Meeting rooms, gym, internet, business center, restaurant, free shuttle service.
Smoking allowed:
Elevators available:
Additional nights after:
165 EUR, INCL tax and BRKF Please contact email@example.com for inquiries and reservations.
Travel Details
Start of Program:
6 PM You will be staying at
Armada Hotel Istanbul
that night.
End of Program:
9 AM You will be staying at
Airport Hotel
the night before.
Required documents:
The Participant Information Form is required. Valid passport. The visa-on-arrival system in Turkey will be discontinued as of April 11 , 2014 and participants are encouraged to purchase their visas in advance on https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/. Electronic visa for Turkey costs $20 per person for US citizens ($60 for Canadians) when purchased on line. In order to provide a smooth transition, it was announced that the visa-on-arrival system will be continued until the end of the tourism season in 2014. However, the price of the visa upon arrival will now cost $30 USD for US citizens and $70 for Canadians. Therefore participants are encouraged to obtain their visas in advance in order to save money and time. More info can be found here. http://www.mfa.gov.tr/visa-applications-at-points-of-entry-to-the-republic-of-turkey-as-of-11-april-2014-and-measures-to-be-taken-during-the-transit.en.mfa
Parking availability:
(For Independent Travelers)
Train or bus availability:
Taxis are the best way to get to the hotel.
To Start of Program
Nearest airport:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Transportation to site:
Independent travelers can take taxis from the airport to the hotel and expect to pay around $25 - $30 in local currency. Taking the local train or the shuttle buses are not very practical and are very time and energy consuming.
From End of Program
Transportation from site:
The best method to transfer from the hotel to the airport is to take take taxis. The hotel desk will arrange taxis with very short notice. Independent travelers should expect to pay $25 - $30.
Additional transportation information same as above
Elevation Note:
The highest altitude during the program will be about 3,000 feet.
The prices listed for commercial services and facilities that are not included in the program cost, such as airport shuttles or extra nights lodging, are subject to change without notice. Since Road Scholar cannot guarantee the accuracy of these prices, we strongly suggest contacting the companies directly for the most up-to-date information.
Daily Schedule
Day 1:
Departure from the US
(Sunday, July 6)
Depart From:
Depart home for flights to Turkey. Meal served on the plane.
Day 2:
Arrival in Istanbul. Welcome Meeting and Dinner.
(Monday, July 7)
Arrive To:
Arrive in Istanbul. Meet and transfer to hotel
Welcome Dinner at the hotel
Welcome Meeting at the hotel
Armada Hotel Istanbul
Meals Included:
Day 3:
Guided visits to Topkapi Palace and the Harem, Underground Cisterns and Blue Mosque.
(Tuesday, July 8)
Walking to and between sites full day. Walking shoes recommended.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel
Visit the Topkapi Palace and its Harem, the seat of the Ottoman Sultans for 400 years and a great testimony to the wealth and power of the Ottoman Empire.
Lunch at a local restaurant
Field trip to the world famous Blue Mosque, to witness its architecture and to learn about Islam.
Dinner at a local restaurant
Armada Hotel Istanbul
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4:
Guided visits to Hagia Sophia, the most important Byzantine landmark in the city, Chora Church to marvel at the 14th century Byzantine mosaics and frescoes, MiniaTurk, a miniature city with small replicas of important structures in Turkey and the Rahmi Koc Industrial Museum, created by a wealthy industrialist.
(Wednesday, July 9)
Buffet breakfast at the hotel
Morning excursion to Hagia Sophia, the most important and oldest architectural wonder of the city and the Chora (Kariye) Church/Museum, to view the masterpieces of late Byzantine mosaic art, located by the ancient city walls of Constantinople.
Lunch at a local restaurant serving Ottoman food by the Chora Church.
Visit MiniaTurk, a miniature theme park displaying important works of architecture around Turkey. Field trip to Rahmi Koc Industrial Museum to see the vast collection of objects/tools/vehicles etc of transportation, communications, aviation, engineering, science, toys, etc.
Dinner on your own
Armada Hotel Istanbul
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5:
Private cruise on the Bosphorus, the straits that entitle Istanbul the only city in the world that is located on two continents. Visit the Spice and Grand Bazaar. Also stroll down the pedestrian Istiklal Street and climb the 14th century Galata Tower for sweeping views of the city.
(Thursday, July 10)
Buffet breakfast at the hotel
Enjoy a cruise on the Bosphorus, straddling between Asia and Europe and view the marvelous palaces, mansions, fortresses situated along the water. Field trip to the Spice Bazaar and the Pets Bazaar next to it. Continue on to the Grand Bazaar, a mze of 4,000 shops.
Lunch at a local restaurant
Walk down the pedestrian Istiklal Street and catch views of the old city from atop the 14th century Galata Tower
Dinner at the hotel
Armada Hotel Istanbul
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6:
Flight to Cappadocia. Orientation tour in Cappadocia upon arrival.
(Friday, July 11)
Breakfast at the hotel
Transfer to Istanbul airport to catch morning flight to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, transfer to cave hotel.
Lunch on board the plane during flight
Orientation tour of the area with photo stops. Visit the Kaymakli Underground City, carved out of the ground in 7th century to provide shelter from attacking enemies.
Dinner at the hotel
Yunak Cave Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7:
Visit the Goreme Open Air Museum. Visit a local pottery workshop in Avanos (Hands-on activity). Evening attendance to Whirling Dervish ritual.
(Saturday, July 12)
Buffet breakfast at the hotel
Field trip to Goreme Open Air Museum to see the best preserved ancient church-caves with frescoes.
Lunch at a local restaurant
Visit a pottery workshop for a hands-on demonstration and training on the 5,000 year-old handicraft of the area.
Dinner at a local restaurant
Attend the ritual of Whirling Dervishes at a 13th century caravansaray (camel motel on the ancient Silk Road).
Yunak Cave Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8:
Optional hot-air balloon ride. Optional horse-back riding in the Land of the Beautiful Horses.
(Sunday, July 13)
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Optional hot air balloon flight over this amazing landscape. The participants will be picked up from the hotel before sunrise to enjoy the flight with the first rays of sunlight. Rest of the morning free.
Lunch at a local restaurant
Optional activity: Horseback riding in the Land of the Beautiful Horses, as Cappadocia was once called.
Dinner on your own to explore the local fare
Yunak Cave Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch
Day 9:
Flight from Cappadocia to Izmir via Istanbul. Arrive in Ephesus area. Transfer to hotel. Rest of the day free.
(Monday, July 14)
Buffet breakfast at the hotel
Transfer to airport to take the flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul.
Lunch served on the plane during flight.
Fly from Istanbul to Izmir. Upon arrival, transfer to Kusadasi. (1 hr)
Dinner at the hotel
Korumar Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10:
Full day to discover the ancient city of Ephesus. Also visit the Museum of Ephesus that houses the artifacts found in Ephesus.
(Tuesday, July 15)
Walking on uneven territory at ancient sites. Comfortable shoes recommended
Buffet breakfast at the hotel
Visit the ancient city of Ephesus, the best preserved and largest Greco-Roman city in Turkey.
Lunch at a local restaurant
Field trip to the Museum of Ephesus, housing the artifacts unearthed at the excavations.
Dinner at the hotel
Korumar Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11:
Beach day as well as possible optional visits to Steam Engine Museum and carpet village for a hands-on activity on hand-made rugs.
(Wednesday, July 16)
Buffet breakfast at the hotel
Visit the unique Steam Engine & Locomotive Museum. Later stop at the local carpet village for a hands-on activity on Turkish carpets and silk making.
Lunch at the carpet village
Free time at the Pamucak beach nearby.
Dinner at the hotel.
Korumar Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12:
Visit the small village of Sirince before heading to the airport for an afternoon flight back to Istanbul. Accommodation at Airport Hotel in the Airport for ease of connections next day.
(Thursday, July 17)
Buffet breakfast at the hotel
Check out from the hotel and visit the charming mountain village of Sirince (pop 400).
Lunch at a local restaurant
Transfer to Izmir Airport to take a late afternoon flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the Airport Hotel, literally located within the International Terminal.
Dinner on your own at the Airport Hotel
Airport Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch
Day 13:
Departure from Istanbul for flights home.
(Friday, July 18)
Depart From:
Depart Istanbul. End of program.
Breakfast at the hotel
Meals Included:
Free Time Opportunities
Kusadasi has a lively bazaar due to cruise ships docking every day. Fast paced resort town.
Winery Visit
Wine has been produced in Cappadocia for thousands of years. The tradition continues.
Istanbul Modern Art Museum
Istanbul Modern is a relatively new museum displaying wonderful works of contemporary art from late 19th, 20th and 21st century. The museum enjoys an unparalleled location on the Bosphorus. For additional information, visit
Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum
Housed in a 16th century palace, this museum displays the finest of early Islamic and Turkish art. Conveniently located across from the Blue Mosque For additional information, visit
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Being an expert rider means absolutely nothing in the backcountry. It does not tell you if a slope is dangerous or not. Keep that in mind. As far as a backcountry traveler goes you are a n00b.
Don't get me wrong, I am not trying to discourage you, just letting you know where your head needs to be. One of the most common reasons people are buried and killed is that they have a high skill level riding wise, but have no idea on how to read the terrain they are riding. Avalanches are indiscriminate, they will kill and expert rider or the novice. Just ask Craig Kelly, Jamil Kahn, and the many other pros who have been killed by them over the years.
If REI doesn't have them, look around at the Mountaineering stores. Unfortunately I don't know who is out there in Seattle, but I guarantee there are a fair amount of them. You are of course looking for operations that carry a backcountry ski line up. Shouldn't be hard to find.
Good luck, I like that you are thinking about the dangers out there. Definitely take the course and learn all you can. Reading Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain by Bruce Tremper is a great prep read for your Level I or basic avy awareness course. Just take it slow, experience is what you are looking to obtain and right now you don't have much. Even after the course, you'll know fundamentals but still lack the experience part. It takes a few seasons to get there, but before you know it, you'll be a competent backcountry traveler. Trust me on that one...
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Sunday, January 29, 2012
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Okay, I know it's the middle of winter, but this spring-like weather has me thinking about turkey hunting. Not in the way one might suspect, either. When it comes to preseason turkey cogitation, I'm not apt to sigh wistfully, dust off my box call and sit around catatonically clucking and yelping.
There's something strange about a springtime turkey season, something that leaves me feeling weird. Maybe that's the reason I don't do a lot of turkey hunting.
Don't get me wrong. I wholeheartedly agree the pursuit of this noble bird is a worthy, challenging and exciting pastime. I just can't get over how it makes me feel a little eerie (and leery) doing it in the spring.
Maybe I just somehow don't feel quite "natural" toting a shotgun in March or April. I'm one of those who feel more comfortable with a fishing rod in my hand when the leaf buds begin to open. I also prefer sauntering along a beaten path looking at songbirds and wildflowers that time of year.
That's it in a nutshell, I suspect. The beaten path. A trail I don't particularly like to veer from when the weather starts to warm. You see, there are other critters besides turkeys stirring.
For example, if I'm squirrel hunting in December or January, sitting quietly with my back against a comfortable tree, an unseen rustle in the dry leaves conjures up images of such innocuous creatures as squirrels, chipmunks, or mice. The same rustling in the spring spells S-N-A-K-E. Forget the fact that snakes seldom make noise, even in dry leaves. It's just that I know they are active in springtime and quite likely to be encountered in places conducive to turkey hunting. Not that I fear snakes particularly. I just prefer knowing exactly where they are and would rather be in an upright position when I encounter one. It's difficult to run or leap 10 feet into the air while sitting flat on your butt with your knees tucked under your chin.
A friend of mine from Mississippi once chose as a turkey blind a big hole in the ground conveniently left for him by a huge uprooted oak tree. He hopped into the hole one morning in the predawn darkness and, as he descended, his flashlight beam lit upon a coiled cottonmouth nestled at the bottom. That morning, he explained, he perfected a new track-and-field event he calls an "unjump." He simply stopped in midair, reversed direction and leapt backward out of the hole, feet never touching the ground or the snake.
Sounds unbelievable, I know, but I bought the story. Snakes can motivate human activities that defy logic, reason and gravity. I've "unjumped" a time or two myself.
A fellow outdoor writer once wrote that springtime turkey hunting, for him, is a "pure, magical experience." I agree. The magic involves every living and nonliving thing within range of one's sensory perception changing from its original form into a snake. That includes everything from tiny lizards that dart across the top of your boots to native azaleas that brush their leaves lightly against your earlobe in a morning breeze.
I experienced this "magic" once while trying to photograph a big gobbler it had taken my partner the better part of an hour to call in. As I was about to trigger my camera, a 12-inch sprig of wild fennel somehow worked its way up the leg of my pants, turning itself into something virulently venomous and scaly. When the brushy little twig passed the top of my sock and touched naked flesh, I squealed loudly and depressed the shutter button, causing the Nikon's auto-wind to go off like a Thompson submachine gun. I wound up with 34 wonderful photos of blurred treetops and two pictures of what I took to be a turkey's rear end getting smaller and smaller as it fled the scene.
"I can't believe you did that," my buddy later said. "I had no idea you had that much fear in you. Why, I've been huntin' with you in bear country and you never batted an eye. What gives?"
"My friend," I replied, "ask me again after a bear runs up my britches' leg!."
'Nuff said.
Let's go fishing.
More like this story
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- OUTDOORS COLUMN: Good ol' Mountain Magic ( June 24, 2012 )
- BOB KORNEGAY: Gearin' up and gettin' ready ( June 14, 2014 )
- OUTDOORS COLUMN: Wandering windward ( May 20, 2012 )
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