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Joe Abercrombie Joe Abercrombie is the author of The Blade Itself, Before They Are Hanged, Last Argument of Kings, Best Served Cold and The Heroes. |
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26th May 2010, 01:03 PM | #1 (permalink) |
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| Logen Ninefingers and the rest (spoiler alert) Did anyone else feel that The First Law Trilogy by Joe Abercrombie felt as though it left many questions unanswered and very much open to other ways of following up on the main characters? Even slightly disappointed? Inquistor Glokta, Jezal dan Luthar, Logen Ninefingers, The Dogman, and Ferro Maljinn all feel as though they have more to give - I think this shows the strength of Abercrombie's writing and how he draws you into the characters. Nevertheless I still felt as though the ending was maybe a bit rushed and left me wondering about what was going to happen next rather than really tying things up. How the book ends with Logen jumping in the river is how the first book began which was quite cool but is he alive or dead? Slightly dissapointed that Abercrombie didn't delve into Logen's split personality - was there a reasoning behind how The Bloody Nine came into being? I was hoping for an explanation but didn't really pick up on one. I have Best Served Cold waiting on the book shelf but from the back cover it seems entirely new characters so not sure if there's any mention of the old ones? |
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| Re: Logen Ninefingers and the rest (spoiler alert) On Glokta, I don't think anything extra was needed. I like the ambiguity of Logen's end and thought Jezal's was fine. I was less satisfied with the Dogman.... now I come to think of it I think he just becomes an ambassador, doesn't he? I don't think unanswered questions are necessarily a bad thing. Not everything has to be spelt out, and open-ended questions means the author can address them later if he decides to (most obviously, a sequel about Logen or Ferro). |
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| Re: Logen Ninefingers and the rest (spoiler alert) I think it does show a strength of the writing (but perhaps a flaw in the plotting?), that I felt a little too hungry for more on the characters at the end of the trilogy. I dont know about rushed, but the third book certainly did feel crowded (especially as there was a lot in the second book with the exception of Glokta in Dagoska that I could have done without). The lead characters had developed so well after three books, maybe Abercrombie wanted to keep them handy for the future. Perhaps after he has written twenty books, this trilogy will seem like a great introduction to this world, but for an story in its own right, Id have liked something more conclusive. |
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| Re: Logen Ninefingers and the rest (spoiler alert) Isn't that what every writer wants at the end of a trilogy or stand-alone book? Have to wait to see how the thread goes, but so far we're all agreeing that we'd love to read more. As Private Bob said to Lieutenant George in Blackadder Goes Forth, "Always leave them hungry." |
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| Re: Logen Ninefingers and the rest (spoiler alert) I thought that the major story arc of the First Law trilogy, which was about the First Law, came to a satisfactory - if not completely happy - ending. That the characters' stories may carry on (if only in the readers' imaginations) is fine as far as I'm concerned. This sort of ending is far preferable to those where the characters' stories reach their conclusions, but the plot peters out rather than being concluded. For myself, I wouldn't mind meeting the major characters again; nor would I mind seeing another book (or trilogy) about how the struggle between the Magi carries on after the events of the First Law trilogy. |
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| Re: Logen Ninefingers and the rest (spoiler alert) I wondered, given that we'd just been talking about the trilogy and you said you hadn't finished book one, why I say your name posting in this thread! I'm not one to talk though... I read HUGE detailed spoilers for GRRM's series and blew a very significant and pivotal event in the 3rd book wide open! |
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| Re: Logen Ninefingers and the rest (spoiler alert) soulsinging - hehe, I just finished Book 1 and thought holy smoke what an ending, very twisty, I can't wait to read book 2 but started Light fantastic my Mr Pratchett and so far loving it. Then I will read book 2 YAY! |
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| Re: Logen Ninefingers and the rest (spoiler alert) I felt the same way in regards to the idea that we were basically left hanging in regards to some of the characters. But I don't see that as rushing the end or bad plotting. In fact, I think the complete opposite. It was quite brilliant on Joe's part to leave us wanting more. Plus you now have to look at what he has written since. Best Served Cold features some characters from the triology. And Heroes will also. So there is some reason to believe we will end up at some point have books bringing back Logen's tale or maybe Ferro. Seems like Joe made us dive into his characters and now is trinkling through the follow up books to make us read more. Quite clever on his part. |
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| Re: Logen Ninefingers and the rest (spoiler alert) Currently about 25% through Best Served Cold - loving it - some appearances from characters from the first series which have raised a smile or two :-) |
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| Re: Logen Ninefingers and the rest (spoiler alert) Crooksy, I love all the unanswered questions because I think that means I will be treated to more books by Joe Abercrombie. He is fast becoming one of my favorites. The dark fantasy books are my favorites and First Law was a home run for me. I think you are really going to enjoy Best Served Cold too. Other dark fantasy that I have really enjoyed are the George Martin novels, Carol Berg's Rai-Kirah series, anything by Fiona McIntosh, and Brent Weeks Night Angel trilogy. |
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Conditions remain abnormally dry throughout the region and a moderate drought has been declared for the Western and Southwestern edges of the Adirondack Park. Occasional localized rains have kept most waters at or just below normal. The fire danger remains moderate, but elevated in the Western and Southweestern drought areas. A chance of thunderstorms are forecast throughout the region this weekend. The Park's busiest areas, such as the Eastern High Peaks Wilderness will be crowded on fair weather weekends through Labor Day so plan accordingly. Remember that conditions can change suddenly with weather so be prepared and carry a flashlight, first aid kit, food, water and extra clothing. Conditions on summits are always more extreme; avoid lightening and make sure campfires are completely out.
Moderate to heavy rains are forecasted for the next several days. Trails may be muddy and wet and water levels may rise in streams and rivers. Plan and prepare properly: wear rain gear and footwear; be cautious at low water crossings; and remember to walk through wet and muddy spots to prevent widening and eroding trails.
The possibility of encountering thunderstorms is raised at this time of year. There is NO safe place outside in a thunderstorm, follow local weather closely and avoid storms. Hundreds of people are killed or permanently injured each year by being struck by lightening. If you can hear thunder, you are within striking distance so seek safe shelter immediately. If you are caught outdoors away from the safety of cars or buildings, then avoid open fields, hill-tops, and isolated trees, and stay away from water. You should never be above treeline or on water when there is lightning.
Check the weather before entering the woods and be aware of weather conditions at all times — if weather worsens, head out of the woods. The National Weather Service (NWS) at Burlington and Albany cover the Adirondack region. NWS Burlington provides a weather forecast for elevations above 3,000 feet and spot forecasts for the summits of a handful of the highest peaks in Clinton, Essex and Franklin counties. [LINK]
** Fire Danger: MODERATE
There have been nearly 20 wildfires in the Adirondacks since July 1st that have burned some 30 acres. Half of the Adirondack wildfires this July were started by campfires that were not put out completely. The U.S. Drought Monitor is also reporting abnormally dry conditions throughout the Adirondacks and a moderate drought in the Southwestern Adirondacks. Be sure campfires are out by drowning them with water. Make sure all embers, coals, and sticks are wet. Stir the remains, add more water, and stir again.
Despite mostly localized rains this week, the US Drought Monitor is reporting abnormally dry conditions throughout the Adirondacks and moderate drought conditions in the Western and Southwestern Adirondacks.
A 90-day burn ban is in effect until October 10.
Repaving of the Route 86 between Lake Placid and Wilmington has begun and is expected to continue into mid-September. Motorists can expect delays and should consider detours such as through Keene and Jay.
Bear sightings and encounters have been occurring more frequently than usual this summer leading to a a spike in bear-related calls to DEC this month. Wildlife biologists say the increased encounters may be the result of dry conditions that have reduced natural food sources such as skunk cabbage and berries. Higher reports of encounters with bears have been coming from the High Peaks. Black bears will take advantage of readily available food sources, including bird feeders and garbage. To prevent encounters with bears, you should never intentionally feed them, and you should discourage them from seeking food from sources near your home or camp. The use of bear canisters is required by campers in the Eastern High Peaks from April 1 to November 30 and recommended throughout the Adirondacks. Pack all food, toiletries and garbage in canisters. DEC has issued a Guidance to Discourage Black Bear Encounters.
The levels of rivers and streams throughout the region are at or just below normal. Rivers and streams in the Western Adirodnacks, including the Beaver, Oswegatchie and St. Regis rivers, are below normal. Water levels on lakes and ponds are also generally just below normal. Consult the latest streamgage data if you are venturing onto the region's waters.
DEC is conducting a survey to assess how the State's management of State Forests affects public use of those forests and seeks input from groups and individuals who use State Forests for recreation and/or whose daily lives are affected by State Land management. The 10-question survey will be used to interpret current uses of State Forests, and to possibly influence future State Forest management practices. The survey will be available online until August 15. [More Info]
** 2012-13 SPORTING LICENSES ON SALE AUGUST 13th
Beginning Monday, August 13, 2012-13 freshwater fishing, hunting and trapping licenses go on sale. You can purchase licenses online, by phone or in person at several DEC offices and most sporting good stores and town clerk offices. The 2012-13 licenses are valid through the recreational season, from October 1, 2012 through September 30, 2013. If you plan to fish, hunt or trap prior to October 1, 2012, you must have a valid 2011-12 license. For details on available licenses and to find out how to purchase a license, visit DEC's Sporting Licenses webpage.
It's "Bug Season" in the Adirondacks. Now until the end of summer Black Flies, Mosquitoes, Deer Flies and/or Midges (No-see-ums) will be present. Wear light colored clothing, long sleeves and long pants; rap a rubber band around sleeves at the wrist; tuck shirts into pants and pants into socks; pack a headnet to wear when insects are thick and use an insect repellant.
New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed the Invasive Species Prevention Act, legislation designed to help prevent the spread of destructive invasive plants and animals by making it illegal to sell and transport invasive species in the state. [Read More]
Due to the possibility of spreading invasive species that could devastate northern New York forests (such as Emerald Ash Borer, Hemlock Wooly Adeljid and Asian Longhorn Beetle), DEC prohibits moving untreated firewood more than 50 miles from its source. Forest Rangers have been ticketing violators of the firewood ban. More details and frequently asked questions at the DEC website.
The following roads or road systems remain closed. Users on foot can still travel past gates and on muddy roads. The roads will be reopened for motor vehicle use as soon as possible:
Santa Clara Tract Conservation Easement Lands
Sable Highlands Conservation Easement Lands – all roads except the Fishhole Pond Access Road and town roads
Darling Ford Road (Hudson River Recreation Area, Lake George Wild Forest)
Buttermilk Road Extension (Hudson River Recreation Area, Lake George Wild Forest)
The Otter Brook Road is open over the South Branch of the Moose River to the Indian Lake Road and the Indian Lake Road is open to the new Squaw Lake/Indian Lake Trailhead. The Town of Inlet Highway department has installed a new rock barrier on the Indian Lake Road about 0.3 miles before the Squaw Lake Trail in accordance with the management plan for Moose River Plains Complex. Parking for the trailhead is located at a pre-existing pull-off just before the new barrier. The new parking area is signed and can hold 5 to 6 vehicles.
DEC Region 6 is preparing a unit management plan (UMP) for ten state forests and seven detached forest preserve parcels in northern St. Lawrence and Franklin counties. This plan for the new St. Lawrence Flatlands management unit is a continuation of the former Brasher UMP which began several years ago. The state forests total 30,810 acres and are located in the Franklin County towns of Bombay and Moira, and the St. Lawrence County towns of Brasher, Madrid, Norfolk and Stockholm. The unit also includes seven widely scattered parcels of detached forest preserve lands located in the towns of Lisbon, Louisville, Massena, Oswegatchie and Waddington in St. Lawrence County. Comments on the future management of this unit should be addressed to Senior Forester Aaron Graves at NYSDEC, 6739 US Highway 11, Potsdam, NY, 13676, e-mail email@example.com, or call call (315) 265-3090. The deadline for this round of public comments is August 31, 2012.
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Warren County, in partnership with DEC Sportsman Education volunteer instructors, will be hosting Hunter Education Classes on Saturday, September 15th and Sunday, September 16th. The following classes are being offered each day; Sportsman Education, Bow Hunter Education, or Trapper Education (you may choose ONE class per day, bow hunter students must have completed hunter education previous to registering for bow hunter education). All classes are FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. They will be held from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm at Pack Forest in Warrensburg. All courses are "Home Study" courses, materials MUST be picked up by August 30. Lunch will be available to purchase. Pre-registration is required by August 30. For more information contact the CCE Education Center at (518) 623-3291 or 668-4881 or e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com.
Ausable River (West Branch in Wilmington) water temperature is in the mid to upper-70s.
Mirror Lake water temperature is in the mid-70s.
Lake Champlain (at Burlington) water temperature is about 72 degrees.
Lake George (at Warner Bay) water temperature is about 83 degrees.
Large amounts of blue-green algae are present in parts of Missisquoi Bay. Some Missisquoi Bay locations also have tested positive for toxins, with one location exceeding Vermont's safe recreational guidelines. While most areas on the US side of the border are considered safe for recreation, anyone on the lake or lakeshore in this area should use caution and stay away from algae accumulations. While most areas on the US side of the border are considered safe for recreation, anyone on the lake or lakeshore in this area should use caution and stay away from algae accumulations. Regular updates on algae bloom on Lake Champlain is provided by the Vermont Department of Health.
Lake George is the latest lake to be infested by spiny water flea, two weeks ago the Hudson River Feeder Canal and the Champlain Canal above Lock 11 were reported to be infested with the invasive plankton. Spiny water flea is a particular concern for anglers as it can foul down-riggers and other fishing gear. It's believed to have arrived in Lake Huron in 1984 in ship ballast water, and since spread to Lake Erie, Lake Ontario, the Great Sacandaga Lake, Peck Lake, and Stewarts Bridge Reservoir. Officials from Vermont have requested the New York State Canal Corporation immediately close the Champlain Canal to prevent the spread of the invasive plankton into Lake Champlain. The Canal Corporation has refused.
The Lake Champlain Basin Program has released its 2012 Lake Champlain "State of the Lake Report". The report, which is issued every 3-4 years, concludes that the water of Lake Champlain should be treated before drinking or bathing, most of the lake is safe to swim in most of the time, and some fish may be eaten, if "consumed responsibly" according to fish consumption health advisories. Read more here.
Changes to freshwater fishing regulations will be in effect starting Oct. 1, 2012, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced including these local changes:
- Prohibit fishing in the following stream sections from March 16 until the first Saturday in May (opening day for walleye) to protect spawning walleye: Lake Pleasant outlet to the mouth of the Kunjamuk River (Hamilton County).
- Change the walleye daily limit for Lake Erie and the Upper Niagara River to six per day. Change minimum length for salmonids in the Upper Niagara River to any size.
- Open Lake Kushaqua and Rollins Pond (Franklin County) to ice fishing for lake trout.
- Open Blue Mountain Lake, Eagle Lake, Forked Lake, Gilman Lake, South Pond and Utowana Lake (Hamilton County) to ice fishing for landlocked salmon and reduce the daily limit for lake trout in these waters from three per day to two per day.
- Delete the catch and release trout regulation for Jordan River from Carry Falls Reservoir upstream to Franklin County line (St. Lawrence County).
- Delete the special trout regulation for Palmer Lake (Saratoga County) to match the statewide regulation.
- Delete special ice fishing regulation for Square Pond (Franklin County).
- Allow ice fishing on specific waters currently deemed as trout waters in the counties of Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Oneida and St. Lawrence Counties.
- Provide for ice fishing at privately managed water in Hamilton County (Salmon Pond).
The complete list of freshwater sportfish regulation changes can be viewed under 'Recently Adopted Regulations (Previous Twelve Months)' on DEC's website.
New Raquette River Boat Access at Moody Falls
A canoe and cartop boat access trail to the Raquette River at Moody Falls in the Town of Colton, St. Lawrence County is completed. The site, located off State Route 56 north of Seveys Corners on lands owned by Lyme Adirondack Timberlands and subject to a conservation easement held by DEC, has a new trail which leads down to the Raquette River upstream of Moody Falls. There is a four-car parking lot and improved road access. There will also be an access trail along the falls that will provide access from above to below Moody Falls which should be completed later this year or early next year. All of these actions were also proposed in the Raquette-Boreal Unit Management Plan, which was completed in 2006. The official opening will be on Sunday, July 29 at 10 AM as part of the Raquette River Awareness.
** Watermilfoil Management Summit August 16th
"Eurasian Watermilfoil Management Summit: Lessons Learned from the Adirondack Region," a free event at Horicon Town Hall in Brant Lake (9-5, Thursday, August 16th), will feature presentations on the status of the Eurasian watermilfoil invasion and its management in the Adirondack region, control options, planning considerations, case studies from various lakes, permitting, financing, lake-friendly land-use recommendations and spread prevention. Speakers will include state agency staff, elected officials, not-for-profit representatives, shoreowners and lake managers. Eurasian watermilfoil is one of the most widespread aquatic invasive plants across the country and has invaded over 50 lakes and ponds in the Adirondacks so far. RSVP by Thursday, August 2nd to Allie Smith at firstname.lastname@example.com with "EWM Summit" in the subject heading – include the number of participants attending, names, and organization or association, or call 518-668-5773. More information about the Summit, including a preliminary program, is online.
Fishing Seasons Open
Trout and Landlocked Salmon, Pike, Pickerel, Tiger Muskie, Walleye, Black Bass, Perch, Sunfish, Eel, Bullhead, Catfish and other panfish seasons are open.
Lake Champlain Sea Lamprey Control
Treatment of five tributaries and two or three deltas are planned for 2012, these include: Great Chazy River, Mill Brook, and Mount Hope Brook, Missisquoi River and Winooski River Delta, the Saranac River delta will be treated Bayluscide in September, the Mill Brook delta will be treated in October, treatment of the Boquet River delta will depend on the findings of this summer's ammocoetes survey.
Fish Survey Data Added to Online Map
Adirondack DEC Fish Survey data has been added to the Adirondack Regional GIS (ARGIS) interactive map. The data is up to date as of Feb 16, 2012. You can use the identify tool to get the list of species for a lake, or you can filter by species using the quick filter (right click on the layer in the table of contents–>"Properties & Display Options"–>Quick Filter).
Trout Season Report
Trout (lake, brook, rainbow, brown and hybrids, and splake) and landlocked Salmon seasons are open. Streams across the area continue to be clear and low. For catch and size limits view the freshwater fishing regulations online.
2012 Coldwater Fishing Report
Trout season has begun and anglers are concerned this year with the impact of last year's flooding on local streams. The Ausable and Boquet River watersheds were most severely affected and anglers will find major changes in these areas, particularly in the East Branch of the Ausable. Anglers should be aware of new hazards underwater. Also some changes in the river course and topography may be present. New pools may have formed where there was previously riffles and riffles may be found where there was previously pools. The complete DEC coldwater fishing report for 2012 can be found online.
Lake Clear
The gate for the road to Lake Clear is open and access Meadow and St. Germain Ponds is restored.
Kings Bay WMA
The gates for the roadway accessing Catfish Bay on Lake Champlain are closed and locked until next season.
Ausable Marsh WMA
The gate for the access road has been closed. Hikers, birders and others on foot can still travel pass the gate. The gate and road will reopen for motor vehicle use when it has dried and firmed up.
Lewis Preserve WMA
The Brandy Brook has jumped its bank creating a braided stream channel across the main foot trail adjacent to the existing foot bridge. Hunters, hikers should use caution while attempting to cross this new stream channel as it is very deep and swift moving.
Use Baitfish Wisely
Anglers using fish for bait are reminded to be careful with how these fish are used and disposed of. Careless use of baitfish is one of the primary means by which non-native species and fish diseases are spread from water to water. Unused baitfish should be discarded in an appropriate location on dry land. A "Green List" of commercially available baitfish species that are approved for use in New York State has now been established in regulation. A discussion of these regulations and how to identify approved baitfish species is available online. Personal collection and use of baitfish other than those on the "Green List" is permitted, but only on the water from which they were collected and they may not be transported overland by motorized vehicle. Anglers are reminded that new regulations for transportation of baitfish are currently under consideration, and these proposed regulations can be viewed online.
Preventing Invasive Species and Fish Diseases
Anglers are reminded to be sure to dry or disinfect their fishing and boating equipment, including waders and boots, before entering a new body of water. This is the only way to prevent the spread of potentially damaging invasive plant and animal species (didymo and zebra mussels) and fish diseases (Viral Hemorrhagic Septicemia (VHS) and whirling disease). Methods to clean and disinfect fishing gear can be found online.
Health Advisories on Fish
The NYSDOH has issued the 2010-2011 advisories on eating sportfish and game. Some of fish and game contain chemicals at levels that may be harmful to human health. See the DEC webpage on Fish Health Advisories for more information and links to the Department of Health information.
Since 1996, DEC has conducted the Summer Wild Turkey Sighting Survey to estimate the number of wild turkey poults (young of the year) per hen statewide. Weather, predation, and habitat conditions during the breeding and brood-rearing seasons can significantly impact nest success, hen survival, and poult survival. This index allows DEC to gauge reproductive success and predict fall harvest potential. During the month of August, survey participants record the sex and age of all flocks of wild turkeys observed during a participant's normal travel. Those interested in assisting DEC with the turkey survey can download a Summer Wild Turkey Sighting Survey form from the DEC website. Detailed instructions are available with the survey form. Survey cards can also be obtained by contacting a local regional DEC office, calling (518) 402-8886, or by e-mailing email@example.com (type "Turkey Survey" in the subject line).
DEC Adopts State Deer and Bear Hunting Regulations Changes
The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has adopted rules affecting deer and bear hunting in New York, to implement certain parts of the state's Five-Year Deer Management Plan [pdf]. Local changes include: Establishing a late bowhunting season concurrent with the late muzzleloader season in the Northern Zone; Adjusting the Northern Zone season dates by opening the Northern Zone regular season for 44 days, beginning on the 2nd Saturday after Columbus Day; Allowing Deer Management Permits (DMPs, "doe tags") to be used in all seasons in the Northern Zone; and adjusting bear hunting seasons to remain concurrent with deer seasons. The full text of the adopted regulations is available online.
2012 Waterfowl Population Estimates
DEC has been conducting annual waterfowl breeding surveys since 1989 to monitor the status of populations. Survey results are combined with estimates from other states to aid in establishing waterfowl hunting seasons in the Atlantic Flyway. This year, New York's waterfowl estimates show a declining trend: Mallard duck pairs (74,000) are the second lowest recorded and are well below the 100,000 or more breeding pairs that existed in the late 1990s. A similar trend is occurring across the Atlantic Flyway. If this decline continues, duck hunting seasons may need to be reduced in the future. Black duck pairs (2,400) have declined more than 50 percent since surveys began, whereas wood duck pairs (45,000) remain stable. Canada goose pairs (69,000) are the lowest in nearly a decade, but populations remain above desired levels in most areas. More details on these estimates are available in the May issue of the Division of Fish, Wildlife and Marine Resources Monthly Highlights (link).
DEC Announces Tentative 2012-13 Migratory Game Bird Hunting Seasons
The tentative schedule for many of New York's 2012-13 migratory game bird seasons (including ducks, geese, woodcock, snipe and rails) is now available online. The final season dates, bag limits and other regulations for 2012-13 migratory game bird hunting seasons in New York will be announced once they are approved by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Tentative season dates for the Lake Champlain Zone were not included because they will be determined by the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Board following public meetings likely to be held in August in Whitehall, NY and Burlington, VT. DEC encourages New York waterfowl hunters who frequent the Champlain Zone to attend one of these meetings; details will be announced later this summer. Comments and suggestions about the Lake Champlain Zone may also be submitted to any DEC season-setting team member or by e-mail to email@example.com.
Lewis Preserve WMA
The Brandy Brook has jumped its bank creating a braided stream channel across the main foot trail adjacent to the existing foot bridge. Users should use caution while attempting to cross this new stream channel as it may be deep and swift moving.
Warnings and announcements drawn from DEC, NWS, NOAA, USGS, and other sources. Detailed Adirondack Park hunting, fishing, and trapping information can be found at DEC's webpages. A DEC map of the Adirondack Park can also be found online [pdf].
The DEC Habitat/Access Stamp is available for $5 at all outlets where sporting licenses are sold, on-line and via telephone at 1-866-933-2257. Stamp proceeds support the DEC's efforts to conserve habitat and increase public access for fish and wildlife related recreation. A Habitat/Access Stamp is not required to hunt, fish or trap, nor do you have to purchase a sporting license to buy a habitat stamp.


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This family-friendly hotel is located in Orlando (International Drive), close to Wet 'n Wild, Titanic the Experience, and SkyVenture Orlando. Also nearby are Congo River Golf - Orlando I-Drive and Pirate's Dinner Adventure.
Hotel Features
In addition to a restaurant, Rosen Inn, closest to Universal features an outdoor pool. Other amenities include a bar/lounge and complimentary wireless Internet access.
Room Amenities
Televisions come with cable channels. Guestrooms also feature complimentary wireless Internet access, refrigerators, and microwaves.
Hotel Amenities
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The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access. This family-friendly hotel also offers an outdoor pool, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands. Onsite parking is complimentary.
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- Number of floors - 9
- Total number of rooms - 315
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- Breakfast available (surcharge)
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- Free parking
- 24-hour front desk
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
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Available in all rooms: Free Wi-Fi
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Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge between 6:30 AM and 11 AM.
Rosen Inn, closest to Universal has a restaurant on site.
- Recreation
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- Playground nearby
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kitykimk THE MAROON HT IP://M A ROO N. I.(') YNO. EDU FRIDAY, JANUARY 27, 2006 VOL. 84, NO. 3 ON-CAMPUS HOUSING STAFF PHOTO BY ALETHIA PICCIOLA Maggie Simon, English writing junior, moved into a make-shift dorm room in Carrollton Hall after she lost her apartment due to the hurricane. Simon's apartment did not flood, but she was evicted by her landlord, who rented her apartment out to another family. Simon said the sheets offer enough privacy for now. Living in the living room By Midwll* Lopaz Contributing Writer Construction causes noise, overcrowding for some residents Continuing construction on Carrollton Hall and Hurricane Katrina's devastation forced Residential Life to scramble for permanent, on-campus housing for students. Several students are filling the common areas of the incomplete Carrollton Hall. Robert Reed, director of Residential Life, said the department is taking care of the situation. During Christmas break, Reed and the Res Life staff hustled to get the common areas furnished, expecting a large surge of homeless students. "I still don't know how we did it all," Reed said. Resident assistant Nolan Hughes, computer science sophomore, said he appreciated the hard work to accommodate students. "I think it's very kind of the university to have bought them all new furniture," Hughes said. Reed said these living arrangements will not last much longer. The students living in common areas will move to the second floor when construction is complete. The move is projected to happen in February. "I can deal with the construc- STAFF PHOTO BY LIZZIE FORD-MADRID Panel discusses keeping New Orleans culture alive By Tara Tmnptotoa Staff Writer Culture not only depends on people in an area, it keeps people connected to that area, according to Lolis Eric Elie, author and Times- Picayune columnist. "Culture is what keeps us here," he said. "It's damn sure not the climate." This first of four Arts and Sciences-sponsored forums on Post- Katrina New Orleans featured seven accomplished panelists whose cultural expertise varied from cooking and music to geography and history. Rev. Kevin Wildes, S. J., university president, talked briefly to the crowd. "Culture is part of who we are and who we must be," Wildes told the packed Roussel Hall audience last Thursday. In addition to the importance of culture, the panel discussed necessary steps to maintaining culture; the stability of New Orleans' culture; how our culture has been affected; and what our city's cultural future will be. According to Elie, culture has numerous qualities that bridge gaps, unite us and have intrinsic worth. "Culture in a broad sense is a way of being in the world," Elie New Orleans musician Eddie Bo stresses the importance of music in New Orleans' culture, as famed chef and restaurateur Susan Spicer looks on. Bo and Spicer spoke on their respective fields of expertise.Staff shares Katrina stories By Kelly Brown Chief Staff Writer As Hurricane Katrina raged around him, Patrick Bailey could hear the enormous air vents on top of the Recreational Complex crashing five stories to the pavement below. "When it came through, it was unbelievable," said Bailey, the director of University Police. "I've been through some other hurricanes, and it was nothing like this ... Are you scared? Absolutely, you're scared. If you're not, something's wrong with you." Bailey, along with Loyola community members who were on campus during the storm or helped in the immediate aftermath, described their experiences to students Tuesday at a talk sponsored by the Loyola International Business Organization, American Marketing Association and Students In Free Enterprise. After the storm passed. Bailey and nine physical plant employees moved to Mercy Hall where they would live for more than a month while completing repairs to campus. "We spent 35 days together, me and these guys," he said, gesturing to the Physical Plant workers in attendance. "And let me tell you, they didn't get any better looking." He and his men watched the water rise until it reached the first speed bump by the Rec Plex; they had no radio or telephone communication."One day I saw a kayak floating down Freret Street; the next day it was a canoe and the day after that a motorboat," he said. While Bailey watched Freret turn into a river, director of Computer Services Joe Cascio was busy getting Loyola's servers back online. After 10 days spent in Chicago re-establishing LORA, he and the Information Technology staff moved to the University of Houston, which offered space in its computer center. "They basically gave us access to everything," he said. "I wouldn't even let someone in my computer center unsupervised — especially someone that knows computers." By mid-October, the IT team had all of Loyola's servers back on campus. Robert Leßlanc, a Loyola alumnus who graduated in 2000, stayed in his native Houma during See DORM, page 3 See PANEL, page 3 See PLANT, page 3 MAROON DIRECTORY: CALENDAR, page 2 • OPINION, page 4 • LIFE & TIMES, page 6 • SPORTS, page 10 SPORTS | ▲ 'Pack baseball gears up for season page 10
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I simply enjoy this LEGO set, I have very few cons about this set but you did not come here just to read I liked it so here we go. Pros: -Detailed castle ...Read complete review
I simply enjoy this LEGO set, I have very few cons about this set but you did not come here just to read I liked it so here we go. Pros: -Detailed castle pieces -1x1 moss details - Fairly realistic to movie - Fairly firm structure - Easy to interact and play with - Most functions do not detract froms set. - Exquisite stone, rock and moss detailing underneath castle - Great Hall room - Minifigures, good detail and realistic, many nice accesories. - Rohan flags, torches and other ornament features placed often around gives nice touch. - Very decent siege ladder that can latch on to almost all walls in set and is a very interesting piece for those interested in castle era sets. - Extra accesory elements both in great hall and in loose unused pieces. -Decent price Cons: - Deeping wall explosion feature: fun for a few times but afterwards seems to just get in my way - Slightly weak connection between Helm Hammerland tower and front piece, only slight. - Side doors by Gimli catapault feature and by Horn of Helm Hammerland tower are a tad difficult to open - King Theodens armor although amazing does not blend very well with his torso piece and hte back of his shield is red which can also be annoying. Now I would like to talk about the set using a few more words. I overall really enjoyed the Lord of the Rings LEGO line and feel they did a decent job on it. As a person who has enjoyed both the books and movies this was my favorite set. Not only do you get many exclusive figures and important ones to the storyline such as King Theoden, Haldir, Gimli, Aragorn and pretty much all of the figures but you get an amazing fortress that can be used for dilspay, LOTR playing, and also play for any other thing a person could use a fortress for. Fans, collectors and other people may freely place many figures in the fortress. First what I would llike to put out there than only a few whom reviewed it mentioned but for me is one of my favorites is that there is amazing stonework below the fortress on almost all of it that brings it truly to life. I also enjoyed how the walls on the fortress in many areas are rounded which is very difficult to do without a specific set and pieces which is very accurate to castles and fortresses as they were. Of course you get the amazing new horse that is all the rage with the posable legs and detailed face which is an neat addition considering Rohan is associated with horses. The figures are very interesting and I will go on to speak of them individually. Aragorn: Aragorn of course may be a main draw to this set for those who do not wish to by the Weathertop set. He comes with the new broadsword which I am very fond of and also he comes with a torch which I am not too excited about but it is ok. He has very good printing on his torso and legs and he has a double sided face and both faces are well played. He does not have a ridiculous smile on one side and a angry battle cry on the other but two faces that are often used I believe. Gimli: In all serious senses who would not want Gimli in LEGO form? He is also very iconic like Aragorn and I do believe you can only otherwise recieve him in the Mines of Moria lego set. He has two axes a feature in the movies I was afraid LEGO would not put in the set but I am glad they did. For many versions of play I enjoy just the large axe though. His torso although covered by the beard is well done which I appreciate for they did not have to go the extra mile on this one but they did. His small legs are in the dark brown which is good for many for the original dwarves only had light brown and tan legs. His molded beard piece braided in both front in back in a detailed fashion is very interesting and his helmet is outstanding in all ways for it is an entirely different new piece and has solid colors on it making it come to life. Uruk-Kai Warriors (3): These three mighty Urak warriors do not dissapoint. I was afraid they would not do these figures well but they did in the fact that they come in most cases fully armored with shields, swords, glaives, and a wonderful new helmet. Their double sided face has the White Hand on one side with menacing grunts on the mouth and on the other a more calm (if possible with Urak-kai) face without the hand on it. Also we all want the members of the fellowship first but you need these expendable but ferocious villains for them to counter as well as powerful enemy leaders. These serve that purpose. Urak grenade carrier: I was honestly looking forward to this character least when I first saw the set but he has grown on me a ton. He seems from the picture but an extra in the larger background and I wished he was a regular Urak even though there were already three. We all remember him in the movie when he charges with the torch to the mine and blows himself up so he is memorable but not all that exciting when I saw this set included him. He when I built him was actually quite the opposite of what I expected for his appearence brought what the regular Urak warriors could not. He looked genuinely menacing and strong. His appearence alone made him appear as such and he is expressed in strength in a way few others can not be. Give him an Urak sword and position it above his head above a Rohan warrior and feel the power! He also has a nice metal piece on the back printing of his head to protect his vital brain, Although I do not think he needs brainpower to battle. King Theoden: King Theoden as one of my favorites in the books and movies had always carried an iconic appearence. His face is wonderfully transformed into a lego one with both a happy face and a serious face of concentration. He is wearing his vest which he wears in the films and the vest is done quite nicely but will get in the way as he wears his armor for it does not appear that his red arms go on his brownish black armor with gold printing. He includes a great shield with a good symbol on it and the only thing I do not like about it is that the back is red. He also has a broadsword but this can be replaced by a spear if need be. ( 2 swords and 2 spears are in the great hall area) His helmet and armor whcih are black/brown and gold are simply amazing for they show detail, depth and color. Also his leg piece is a good mail armor for his legs appropriate for battle I do not know it is just I expected a little more from him but I am glad just to have him. I advise readers and buyers to swapping out his torso when preparing him for battle, this did the trick for me. Haldir: To be truly honest Haldir is my favorite figure included in this set. I will start off with his bow, I from series minifigure 3 enjoyed the longbow but they have refined it for this set. It is a geat feature and a good piece to have for many purposes. I understand that he cannot have a quiever because of the elven hair but this is fine with me for I prefer it with the hair and without the quiver. The hair as I mentioned is great, It is the same piece as Legolas and has the ears built in and a nice braid on the back. The face is good although I enjoy the one side the other is slightly off touch with me. It is an angry war cry which I understand for some but just think is a tad not useful. Also I just dont see a cool guy like Haldir loosing his cool and screaming in battle for elves are just cool like that you know? Now on to the torso, legs and the cape. The armor is just insanely cool with the red and gold. it is not too over the top but is just perfectly balanced and I honestly cannot really describe it in a good way so just check out his printing on the torso. He does have back printing although not visible due to his long hair. His cape is great, I actually do believe it is a slighlty different cape than those being used often for it is more pliant and is more easily moved and adjusted to the figure and without it the torso and legs would not looks as fine and I feel it is the factor tying things in together. For all of those people that are so keen on saying that Legolas should be here I am not disagreeing with you but Haldir is pretty cool and you have to admit, If you still do not want him you can alter the torso and legs and put the face on a body that is close to Legolas if you wish. I am keeping Haldir as himself though. Other notes: As far as LOTR sets go I feel that hte competition is going to be between this set and hte Mines of Moria, I feel like in the Mine set you will get some great figures that go with the felloship nicely and of course that fantastic cave troll but you will get a not as nice structure that is truly just a few wall pieces strewn together.I feel like some LOTR fans are going to be torn between the structure of Helms Deep or the multiple members of the fellowship in the Mines set. This is an iconic scene in LOTR so I am saying it is better in my eyes but that is my opinion. This is my opinion on this set and I hope you can draw some conclusion from it, I apologize for writing so much and if you read it all than good for you. If you enjoyed this review and thought it was thorough and complete give me a thumbs up, this is my first review. -JaggedGreenSting
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Battle of Helms Deep
By LegoCollector3025
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Comments about LEGO The Lord of the Rings The Battle of Helm's Deep (9474):
Prons Great characters Good details in the castle Amazing Haldir and King Theoden Amazing room in the back Great exploding hall Cons It should have 1 more character an Elf soldeir a bit expensive
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Great set, fun to put together. Very fragile
By jb54
from Midland
This set is very fun to build, lots of pieces, cool minifigs, and it is pretty big. The only downside is the set is fragile. You will either need to build it where you want to keep it, or put it on a surface you can move, and (carefully) slide it to where you want to keep it.
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By Ryloth
from Middle Earth
To start of this review i'm going to say, this set is HUGE. the size of the set while building is amazing and such a thrill, if you enjoy long builds, you're in for a treat! the build is fun and engaging the whole way through and you experience some great building techniques first hand with this set. the play ability is great for this model, young fans will have hours of endless play with all the features that come along with the set. the thing that blew me away the most is the accuracy to the movie, LEGO have done a top notch job on taking Helms deep and scaling it down to a playable size, now for the pros and cons. Pros: - Size - Play features - Mini figures - Movie accuracy Cons: - Price - Size needed for storing this monster! now you can expect me to say this in all of my future reviews, but the prices charged for LEGO in Australia is ridiculous, it is incredibly hard to save up money because of the high prices which makes it harder for younger fans to save their weekly pocket money to buy a new LEGO set. that is the really the only thing that was disappointing about this set, the price. I highly recommend this set to any Lord of the rings fan or any castle fan really, this set will give you loads of fun. ~ Ryloth
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By TristanS707
from Melbourne
I LOVED this set. I have read the books and watched the movies repeatedly so when I heard that LEGO was coming for it I immediately asked my parents for a few sets for my birthday. It look really cool and it breaks up into smaller parts for new layouts or storage. Good, related and accurate exclusive minifigs are definitely a plus. I just wish Uruk-hai army were cheaper so I could buy several and amass a HUGE army I give it a 9/10. Normally I'm picky with my LEGO though I have nothing bad to say about this!
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Good Value & Play Experience
By Spudvic1
from London
The Battle Of Helms Deep is a good value set for the long-term collector. Sets like these & The Tower Of Orthanc are for long term collectors and not for kids that phase in and out of things, for them a smaller, but still fun set, like uruk-hai army is the way to go. Helms Deep is a striking and bold set aesthetically, and will make a great centerpiece to any Lego Lord Of The Rings Collection. The horn tower adds height to the set and includes 4 of the 6 stickers in the set, detailing crumbling rocks on the exterior. The tower is taller than the rest of the set and shows a long ladder to get to the top which is a nice addition and reality to the set, and the detailing around the horn piece makes the tower look like its seen better days which is a nice idea. The Deeping Wall is really well designed and the mixture dark & light gray's with green bricks representing moss makes the wall look much better than just a flat grey wall. Also, bricks with detailing of stonework all over the set make a brilliant addition to various parts of the set. The Culvert is nice and the explosion function works well, but might fail to impress some, with the some bricks needing to be pushed manually. The gateway is my favorite part of the set.. The fortress gate looks sturdy and similar to the one in the film, but it could have some kind of locking mechanism.( a small flaw in an otherwise perfect piece). The walls either side are nice and stand quite tall, however building the second curving wall, although necessary, is a pain. There is a small flag and catapult on the wall, which add detail, and the wooden flaps make the castle look really medieval, which i really like. The inner great hall/second layer is a fun build with some nice gold cups and a bowl completing the scene. The flag is really nice, but it would have been good if it was a printed brick rather than a sticker. Also, there is a piece of chicken, a throne( with the last sticker of the set) and two stools. Lego added another nice touch with the sword and spear rack inside the hall, maybe trying to represent the armory in the film. It would have been nice, however, if they had included another dual function small hut/building where you can put Theoden's Horse and the Weapons, but this probably would have shifted the price up a bit. Overall this set is simply stunning with only a few minor flaws.I'd have to give this set a 9 or 10 out of 10 because of the fun build and the sheer size of the fortress, along with the effective building techniques such as the curving wall. Great Job Lego
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
A must-have for Fantasy LEGO fans!
By Faramir
from Sydney
Helm's Deep offers anything you could want from a LEGO set: you receive a highly recognisable movie scene captured in LEGO form, which comes with some of the most detailed minifigures I have ever seen and fantastic play features, which interpret action scenes from the movies perfectly. I recommend this set for any adult fans looking to display some Lord of the Rings movie scenes in LEGO form as well as any parents looking for a generous, special gift for their LEGO-loving children. Combine this set with the much cheaper 'Uruk-hai Army', and your kids will be engaged in replaying the defence of Rohan for weeks to come.
(2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)
By PEXANDCHIPS
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Unless you are a lot richer than me, $130 is a lot of money, and if $130 isn't a lot of money to you, then you're probably not the type to read reviews. That means, to you, that $130 is probably a lot of money. And it is. But that doesn't matter. You have to buy this set. It is the most awesome set ever! When I saw this set in the catalog I thought it was awesome and I wanted it, but when I got it, it was like twice as big and a hundred times better than I'd expected (Not hyperbole). I'll start with the minifigures: The three common uruks are cool, and if you have the uruk-hai army set, then you have a veritable army of them. Their swords and helmets are really awesome. Unfortunately, the berserker doesn't have a sword, but that doesn't matter, he's still awesome, and I just looted my Orc Forge. Gimli is also awesome, though his axe isn't special, he has an awesome beard and helmet. Aragorn is great too. Haldir is really great, and his torso has great printing. One complaint for his hair and all elf hair in general is that they usually have hair in front of their shoulders as well (in the movie), so the minifigures don't look much like them, but of course it's still an awesome minifigure. King Theoden has amazing armor and helmet, and he is really great. All figures but the berserker have double-sided heads. On to the keep. I thought it was amazing. It is a great representation of the actual castle and of one of my favourite scenes. The detail is fantastic, and as I said, it is really, really big. Also, if you have the uruk-hai army then you can make it bigger and add a ballista. The front gate was really awesome and the Gimli catapult worked quite well. It's really fun to knock over unstable uruks with it. The big tower is great and the box for Gimli to stand on is a great touch. Unfortunately some parts of the tower are a little tricky to put on. There is also a door at the bottom so minifigures to get to that side of the castle, and though there are no stairs to get onto the battlements the uruk-hai army set adds them. The wall exploding function works really well, and when it is put back together it is surprisingly stable. When you add the uruk-hai army set it looks a lot more like in the movie. The inside portion is great (though a bit tedious to build), and the swords and spears gave extra weapons to all my spare troops. The table with chairs was nice, and the banners looked awesome. I'm glad they added that bit. Overall, you should definitely buy this incredibly awesome set because every ounce of it is great.
The Battle of Helm's Deep Review
By MasterCreatorDude
The Battle of Helm's Deep™ is probably the best and most challenging set of the Lego LOTR Season 1 collection. The set is large, and generally accurate to the movie. I would certainly recommend this set. Who cares about the $130 price tag? Pros: Excellent minifigs Detailed diorama effects Movie accurate details and special features Théoden is AWESOME!!! Cons: Difficult to display due to its depth Small size relative to minifigs
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