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This service allows users to locate, use, and share environmental information about watersheds where they live. Individual watersheds can be searched by map, place name, or Zip code. "Adopt your watershed" encourages individuals to become involved in stewardship and conservation of watersheds where they live. An environmental website database contains hundreds of URLs and can be searched by state, full text, information type, or keyword.
Environmental Explorers' Club
This is a place where kids can learn about the environment and the Environmental Protection Agency. It features plants and animals, air, water, people and the environment, recycling, and a clubhouse area containing art, a game room, a science room, and a trophy room listing the winners of the President's Environmental Youth Award.
Envirofacts Data Warehouse
The Envirofacts Data Warehouse website provides access to several EPA databases that offer information about environmental activities that may affect air, water, and land anywhere in the United States. Users can search a pre-assembled sampling of information available pertaining to a specific area, or choose a topic for more in-depth information about a specific locale.
NOAA: National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service
This website is the homepage of NOAA's environmental satellite monitoring service. The National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service (NESDIS) provides timely access to global environmental data from satellites and other sources to promote, protect, & enhance the Nation's economy, security, environment, & quality of life. The site features satellite and in situ data from NOAA's Climactic, Coastal, Geophysical, and Oceanographic Data Centers, satellite imagery and research, as we
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Second Annual Renaissance Festival
Lords and Ladies, Thou must comest and enjoyest a full-day of activities and entertainment as CSM presents its second Renaissance Festival! Renaissance festivals are popular throughout the country because they instantly propel visitors back to a time when lords ruled and peasants pleased, and they did so in the language and costumes of Shakespeare. CSM's festivities commence on Thursday, April 24, 2014, at 7:30 p.m. with an evening of madrigals and other vocal music in the Fine Arts Center Theat
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AP Environmental Science
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Fundamentals of Nanoelectronics
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Cette expérience dangereuse ne doit se faire qu'en présence d'un adulte, mais elle en vaut la peine car l'effet comique est garanti : Vous voulez faire parler quelqu'un avec une voix nasillarde, comme celle de Mickey ? Faites-lui donc respirer de l'hélium !
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The Volkswagen GTI, it can be argued, is the one that showed America that small cars can be fun.Back in the early '80s, Volkswagen produced it as a sporty variant on the Rabbit theme. Never mind that it had skinny tires and a mere 90 hp, it spawned a host of imitators and convinced us that even though fuel prices seemed to be heading skyward, driving fun had not been eliminated along with the fire-breathing, big-block V-8.Almost 20 years later, they're still at it, offering up a pair of potent alternatives to the more pedestrian Golf, which is available for 2002 with either a service-able 2-liter gas engine or an abstemious turbodiesel. Neither the turbodiesel's 90 hp nor the 2-liter's 115 is likely to stir the soul. The GTI, a funky two-door hatchback, however, offers two ways of getting the blood pumping, and as of this year, the choice is tougher than ever.As in 2001, you can choose between a sweet 2.8-liter V-6 and a turbo four displacing a mere 1.8 liters. Used to be an easy call - money aside - because of the six's superior output.The big news this year, though, is that the turbo has been bumped from 150 hp to 180, an impressive 20 percent increment. At that figure, it eclipses the power output of the six, and does it 300 rpm lower, at 5,500 rpm. To be sure, the six still makes more torque - 181 foot-pounds vs. 174, an almost negligible margin - but the turbo's maximal twisting force is available between 1,950 and 5,000 rpm, while the six is more peaky. VW has turned the conventional wisdom on its head: the smaller, turbocharged engine is the more flexible, perhaps better suited to pairing with an automatic, while the six can take better advantage of five driver-stirred gears.Much as I admire the V-6, I would now opt for the turbo. For one thing, the base price on the turbo GTI with five-speed manual is $18,910, $1,385 less than one propelled by the VR6, which itself has been "decontented" to make the price more appealing. (A 200+ hp version of the six is coming later this year - that could call for a re-examination.)Veedub has done a remarkable job of civilizing what once was a fractious beast - maybe too good a job for those of us who enjoyed turbo quirks.A turbocharger is in essence a pump. Two turbine wheels share a single shaft. One resides in the exhaust stream, the other in the intake path. When the engine revs, the hot side is propelled by the gases which are the product of combustion, dragging along its yoke mate and thus pressurizing the intake path. As a result, considerably more fuel-air mix can be introduced to the cylinders than would naturally occur. Consequently, peak power output is typically 50 percent greater than it would be, all else being equal. It's an elegant device, but like so many such elegant solutions, fraught with hurdles for the engineers.Early turbos suffered from thermal effects - their bearings burned out because of the high temperatures involved - were quite peaky, i.e., effective only through a narrow range of engine revolutions, and were slow to react to the driver's request for more power.Most everyone in the industry has learned how to banish the hobgoblins, closing the gap between theory and practicality. The only down side of VW's implementation here is that, to achieve 100 hp per liter output, the company has kept a rather high (9.5:1) compression ratio, which mandates premium fuel. But the V-6 insists on the barrel-aged stuff, too. The turbo/5-speed combo gets EPA estimates of 24 mpg city, 31 highway, which helps. I logged 26 even, storming along country roads for the most part.The casual driver would not know there was a turbo under the hood. There's neither boost gauge nor cold-engine warning to tip him off, and in average running, the breadth of the torque curve makes it feel merely as if there's a larger displacement power source.Under full throttle, one gets a hint of the turbo's good effort the tachometer passes 4,000 rpm and, with some exhaust roar obbligato, zooms on to 7,000. (Redline is at 6,500, but there's no cutoff until well past 7 grand.)While the fun associated with the old turbosÕ on-off nature is gone, there's still enough torque steer and traction issues to make a driver attentive.With a stomp on the gas pedal, you can get a ride as wild as you would with a bucking strap - VW is really behind the curve in managing torque steer.Their version of traction control was nothing to brag about, either. A half-inch of snow afforded an opportunity to try it on my fairly steep drive and it failed miserably. By switching it off, I was able to let the driving wheels claw their way down to the pavement and create some forward momentum. Rearward weight shift, of course, nullifies the purported advantage of having the engine over the driving wheels.The shift mechanism is mid-pack, not awful, but not inspirational, either. Gear placement seemed vague, and changes were made somewhat slowly.The test car had the optional leather interior, and it created a very handsome environment. Dark charcoal was used on the dash and it contrasted pleasingly with the warm beige of the seats and doors.But what a different story when we got under way. The GTI was the worst rattle trap I piloted in all of 2001. The moonroof rattled; the dash squeaked and buzzed; sundry interior parts creaked and groaned - the overall sense was that the Brazilian factory had run low on adhesives. Components SEEMED to mate well, but the symphony of inappropriate sounds would drive you nuts - and this with just a couple of thousand miles on the odometer. Unfortunately, the suspension evinced a similar feeling of looseness. It was, I thought, unduly harsh over tolerable pavement considering how easily flummoxed it became over bad stuff or when pushed hard. The sense of things not being screwed down tight put a damper on my enthusiasm for pushing the edge of the envelope.The car certainly wasn't tire-limited - the turbo model has 205/55 Michelins on 16-inch alloy rims. (The V-6 has 17-inchers, which are available as an option on the hard-breather.) Though all-season, they performed nicely on dry pavement.Braking was not quite so crisp or as dynamic as I like, although both front and rear are discs. The antilock functioned as it should, with some fairly noticeable pedal thumping.It was a real treat to activate the instrument lighting at night; VW's signature indigo backlighting combines with the glowing red needles to produce one of the prettiest - and most legible - displays available.The test car had the luxury package, which includes both the power moonroof and a Monsoon audio system with AM, FM, cassette, prewiring for CD changer, eight speakers and bags of power. It was an impressive unit and showed good tuner sensitivity, thanks to a fixed-mast antenna. The moonroof is controlled via a headliner-mounted rotary switch, which allows one to dial in an opening amount and then let go. There was fairly severe buffeting with the aperture fully opened at highway speeds - cutting back to three-quarters or dropping a side window a bit eased the commotion. (VW must get the leftover parts, for recent Audis I've tested use a similar system, but with the more ergonomic push-to-tilt, turn-to-slide actuator.) Noise level - even apart from the maddening loose bits - was fairly high at speed, though the car has a respectable 0.31 coefficient of drag. Insulation/isolation seemed to be where the attention needs to be focused.Neither the government nor the insurance folks have crash-tested a 2002 GTI. The car comes with front air bags, as well as side bags for the front passengers and head-curtain bags both front and rear. That should provide some comfort.As far as I'm concerned, the bloom is off the rose, despite the nice power bump. If you're intent on a GTI, do give one a good workotoe dubious roads to see whether it meets your expectations. Then try an Acura RS or Toyota Celica or Ford Focus SVT.Base price on the GTI with five-speed manual trannie is $18,910. The test car had the aforementioned luxury package for $1,240, and the leather package, which includes heated front seats and windshield washer nozzles for $900, for a total, with freight, of $21,600. Payments would be $438, assuming 20 percent down, 10 percent interest and 48 coupons.
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Trip Overview
What if we promised you biking along the spectacular coast of Maine, rafting on the wild Kennebec River, moose spotting, stargazing, and the opportunity to try out your French in a foreign city? You'll do all this and more on our exciting Coast to Québec trip. This goal-oriented bicycling and rafting trip will have you exploring the back roads of both coastal and inland Maine, making great new friends as you go. Whether cooking meals together or working on a community service learning project, your group will bond with each day's adventure. Together you will cross the Canadian border and make your way to historic Québec City, the grand finale of this amazing journey!
Maine & the Kennebec River
Our group will meet in Freeport, Maine where we'll spend the day getting familiar with each other and our gear, and learn safe riding techniques. In the morning we'll pack up camp and hit the road "downeast," riding along Maine's famous, island-dotted coast. On a day off, we'll spend time working on a service project in a small Maine community. We'll then leave the coast and head inland for the great Maine woods and the Kennebec River, which we'll raft for a day with professional guides.
Canada and Québec City
Crossing the border into Canada, we'll follow back roads to the charming city of Québec. As we navigate narrow cobblestone streets and hear French spoken, we'll feel as though we've just pedaled into old Europe. We'll spend two nights and a day exploring this vibrant city and celebrating our international adventure.
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Please see our General FAQ page for many more frequently asked questions and answers!
Aside from the trip cost, what are the additional expenses for this trip?
Apogee's tuition costs include all meals, accommodation, and activity fees. The most significant additional expenses on our Coast to Quebec trip will include travel to and from Portland, Maine, a sleeping bag and sleeping pad, a bike helmet, and bike and pannier rentals ($225 & $50 respectively), as needed.
Does my child need to bring his or her own bike for this trip?
No – we offer rental bikes (as well as panniers) for an additional fee. In 2016, the cost of a hybrid rental bicycle for the 15-day trip is $225. Waterproof rental panniers are available for $50. If your child already has a bike that is appropriate for this trip, they are welcome to bring it!
What does the community service portion of this trip entail?
Our service projects vary from year to year, but most CQ groups will work with the Coastal Mountains Land Trust, based in Rockland, Maine, helping out with trail maintenance, invasive plant removal, or weeding and maintenance of organic blueberry fields – which means lots of snacking along the way! Students can expect 3-5 hours of community service on this trip.


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MAYOR NUTTER has twice vetoed legislation that would guarantee paid sick-leave benefits for many private-sector workers in Philadelphia, saying it would hurt the city's business environment.
But there's hope yet for proponents of the cause, as Nutter yesterday established the Mayor's Task Force on Paid Sick Leave to examine the issue and make policy recommendations.
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why are they replaying last weeks episode before this weeks? No new unleashed?:dunno:
who knows, i aint figured that out yet. i want to see some fights, AND I WANT THEM NOW!:D show forrest and bonner from the ultimate fighter if your gonna show a replay, or another GOOD fight!
So replay fights people have seen over and over again or catch some people up on the season??? I'm glad they did in case I missed last weeks show. I didn't but I'm sure someone did.
I was looking forward to seeing UFC unleashed! I didn't want to see Spratt vs Lytle again!
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There's some dispute over who developed the first solid-body electric guitar. Les Paul – who died today at the age of 94 – and Leo Fender both designed models at around the same time, in the late 1930s.
Whoever did it first, the two together represented a monumental innovation. Pre-1930s, guitarists had to rely on hollow acoustic instruments: fine for intimate club gigs, but woefully inadequate for the recorded music revolution – and the age of rock 'n' roll – to come. Just listen to Robert Johnson recordings and you'll see the problem that Paul and Fender solved.
Of course, Les Paul's revolutionary 'The Log' ultimately evolved into the mass-market Gibson Les Paul, a design classic, and one of rock's foundational, iconic images.
Slash with a Gibson Les Paul
Years ago, when I worked at 'Total Guitar' magazine, it became clear that there were two kinds of people in the world: those who lusted after Fender Stratocasters, and those who preferred Gibson Les Pauls. There was never any doubt in my mind which instrument had the edge.
A Strat is a weedy beast, adored by fleet-fingered posers such as Eric Clapton. The Les Paul, by contrast, is a rock instrument. It's heavier, produces a thicker tone, and encourages musicians to sling it low on the body. All the coolest guitarists – Jimmy Page, Slash, James Dean Bradfield – have traditionally favoured Les Pauls. It is impossible to look un-cool when you're playing a Les Paul, and that, ultimately, is the man's legacy.
He achieved other things in his 94 years, though. Paul was also a studio effects pioneer – he was a major investor in Ampex, the company whose equipment made multi-track recording possible, and subsequently studio effects such as tape delay. It's unlikely George Martin would have been able to make such sonic quantum leaps at Abbey Road in the '60s, had Les Paul not been so pioneering in the '50s.
Plus, of course, before he built guitars, he played them, astonishingly well. A jazz guitarist of startling fluidity, Paul played with Bing Crosby and Nat King Cole, as well as fronting his own trio, on NBC's 'Les Paul Show' in the 50s. At a tribute concert in 2008, Slash, Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top, and Bon Jovi's Richie Sambora all queued up to honour his skill.
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VicRoads goes hi-tech to end driving licence fraud
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- October 29, 2012
VICTORIAN drivers illegally holding multiple licences are to be exposed through new facial recognition technology.
VicRoads will use the system to identify where names and photographs on licences do not match.
It will be able to make up to 6000 facial recognition checks a day or almost 2.2 million a year.
Criminals and road menaces are among rogues known to have rorted the present licensing system, which is 25 years old and has been slammed in Ombudsman's reports.
There are almost four million licences in Victoria but 14.5 million images on record.
VicRoads won't say how many people they suspect have multiple licences but at least 600 cases were referred to police for investigation in 2010 after a facial recognition software trial.
"The key outcome is to identify drivers who may use multiple aliases to continue driving when their initial licence has been cancelled or suspended," VicRoads said.
A December 2007 Ombudsman's report found the system was riddled with corruption and slack practices that had helped crime gangs and welfare cheats rip off millions of dollars.
The Australian Crime Commission told Ombudsman George Brouwer it had evidence of 164 cases of fake Victorian driving licences being used to commit fraud and at least another 4631 cases where fake licences were suspected of being used.
VicRoads is seeking expressions of interest from providers to deliver the Facial Recognition and Matching System (FRAMS).
It will be part of a larger registration and licence system being developed, RandL, which has cost VicRoads $52 million and is expected to start operating in 2014.
An extra $120 million was allocated in December after Mr Brouwer reported that RandL was underfunded by the Brumby government and a $123 million VicRoads request was rejected.
VicRoads spokeswoman Sally Pickering said FRAMS was conservatively estimated to save the community $35 million over 10 years.
Roads Minister Terry Mulder said the Government was replacing an outdated system left by Labor.
Opposition spokesman Luke Donnellan said the loss of 600 VicRoads staff meant it could not roll out FRAMS.