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Time was running out. With the space shuttle program ending, veteran writer and photographer Ed Darack knew he'd have to hurry if he wanted to shoot a shuttle launch—especially a nighttime launch.
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dcTrack® is an award-winning, easy-to-use data center infrastructure management (DCIM) solution that provides you with real-time information about your facilities, networks and IT. dcTrack clearly visualizes your infrastructure to help data center and facilities managers manage placement of IT equipment, make informed capacity management decisions and keep accurate track of data center assets during any relocation, colocation, or consolidation project. dcTrack is easy to implement, integrate, administer and operate, providing a fast ROI.
With Raritan's new dcTrack Mobile Application you can now take your dcTrack with you right to the data center floor. Use the mobile application to review and verify associated inventory data.
Intelligent Capacity Management
Change Management
Accurate Asset Management
Power Management and Energy Management
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Asset Management
Auto Discovery
Allows for automatic recognition and integration into the dcTrack asset management system for a newly added asset.
Automatic recognition of make and model of asset makes adding or changing assets a much simpler and less time- consuming process.
Import of Existing Data
Raritan's dcTrack DCIM solution uses multiple methods for importing of existing data: 1. SNMP discovery 2. Importing of floor objects from drawings 3. Import wizard using spreadsheets 4. Web services API
Quick and easy way to get your system up and running. Easy to migrate from other solutions such as Excel® or other databases, and electronic connection enables data accuracy
Asset Search
All items maintained in Raritan's dcTrack DCIM solution are organized in one database and are easily serachable by a web browser. It provides all o fthe information about the asset including: item type, function, administrator, port location as well as any custom fields unique to a particular device.
Operational efficiency
Virtual Servers
VM hosts are tracked as any server item, with the exception that there is a "cluster" checkbox and cluster name/number field. Each VM will be created as any server, and will have the VM checkbox selected and "cluster" field filled with the same cluster as its host(s). The ITEMS API can be used to automatically create, update and delete VMs.
Adds flexibility in selecting IT item and adds efficiency.
Blade and Chassis Asset Management
Will support all chassis and blade configurations including front and back, number of slots, servers, and network, half slot, double slot, and internal connectivity.
Easy to view illustrations provide a clear visual understanding of blade configurations.
"Port Ready" Models Library and "My Company Library" tool
Extensive models library includes over 30,000 data center equipment templates. The library is "Port Ready" and allows the customer to display the modules used in their environmnet for ease of use and standardization. The library is updated approximately once per month. However, users can add to/edit the library to match their specific environment or request updates at firstname.lastname@example.com
Prepopulated equipment- related data adds efficiency. Routine updates keeps models library up-to-date for new makes and models of the IT equipment. The pictures of actual equipment adds clarity.
Intelligent Rack Asset Strip*
Once the asset tag is connected to the physical IT item in the cabinet, the unique asset ID is registered with the respective installed IT item in the dcTrack consolidated data base. Any changes to the asset tag due to add or remove of a physical IT item will trigger an event in the dcTrack event log. Events are also triggered if the asset tag loses connectivity with asset management strip controller.
Integration between the data in the dcTrack database and the physical existence of IT items in the data center allows for a more accurate view of what's in the data center. Information is kept current and up to date, and any moves, adds or changes are indicated via immediate alerts. This can save considerable time and money that is spent on capacity management, audits and frequent visits to the data center help defer or eliminate the need for an expansion.
Asset Lifecycle Management
Support each step in an asset lifecycle including planning, purchasing, storage, staging, installing and discarding.
Benefit enables full audit trail tracking ensuring all steps are completed and documented.
Allows for the replication of multiple items, including items they contain. Items include cabinets, Device, Network, Data Panel, UPS, Floor PDU, Power Outlet, Rack PDU, CRAC and Probe class items
Simplifies rollout of new business services and their associated items.
Capacity Management
Colorful 3D gauges, graphs and pie charts provide real-time visualization of all items managed by Raritan's dcTrack DCIM solution as well as capacity, including: electrical, cooling, floor, cabinet, cable and network.
Provides the ability to quickly see how much capacity is used and how much is available for better capacity planning.
Intelligent Search, Place and Reserve
Provides the ability to locate a cabinet in the data center that is the best fit for the item that should be added. Allows for any other search by make and model or any other particular search criteria. Once space is detected, reservations can be made.
Allows for quick identification of available space, power and network connectivity, which simplifies change management. Provides the ability to plan for future provisioning of IT equipment.
Power Management
Raritan's dcTrack DCIM solution can collect real-time information from any SNMP-enabled device. Integration with Raritan's Power IQ (PIQ) DCIM software adds additional information if needed.
Track real-time power consumption for power efficiency.
Network Management
Raritan's dcTrack DCIM solution allows for tracking/tracing cable routes from server NIC through the structured cabling to the endpoint switch, tracking which ports of each hop is utilized.
Adds efficiency in network utilization and management.
Connectivity Management
Power Path
Monitors the power path from the main UPS to the device power supply and all points in between.
End-to-end view of available power inproves uptime by preventing a device being added to an outlet that will exceed any breaker threshold in the chain. Allows for better visibility, more efficiency, streamlined costs and maximized ROI.
Network Connections
Tracks the physical network layer of Ethernet and Fiber Channel switches.
Reduces the mean-time-to-repair(MTTR) by accelerating theinvestigation process for network failures, resulting in cost savings.
Provides the ability to create work orders, approvals and verification to ensure work is done accurately and on time.
Allows for better control over work-order process. Prevents unauthorized changes from being made and keeps data center asset information up to date.
Web Services API
Allows for easy integration with your existing management systems, such as ticketing systems, CMDB, or asset systems. Enables the ability to create and update asset and ticket information.
Enables the electronic transmission of information, eliminating manual entry, thereby increasing data entry efficiency and accuracy.
Detailed and High Level Reports
Cabinet Detail, Item Detail, and Power are examples of detailed reports. The dashboard displays high-level graphs of utilization for power/rack/cooling/ports.
Frequently used reports add efficiency in quick reviews.
Custom Reports
Custom reports can also be created with third party tools, such as crystal reports using ODBC or the ITEMs API for access to the dcTrack database.
Easy integration allows the user to generate custom reports and analytics.
Ability to visualize floor space, front/rear rack/row as well as the complete power and network connectivity chain. In addition, there is the ability to visualize AutoCAD® and Visio® floor plan drawings in real time. (MAIN ITEMS - FRONT/REAR)
Clear dashboards provide a quick and easy way to determine available assets and capacity. An end-to-end view of the data center simplifies troubleshooting and assists with "what if" scenarios.
Drawing, Creation and Import
External drawings can be linked to dcTrack via share. This allows the drawings to be edited outside of dcTrack. Floor objects can be linked or imported with the click of a button.
Easy import of drawings helps in timely changes to the floor.
Full DCIM Solution
Power IQ® Integration
Seamless integration with Power IQ, Raritan's software power management solution. Adds, moves or changes made using dcTrack asynchronously update Power IQ. dcTrack displays Power IQ collected data as measured data on the GUI and in reports.
Provides a clear picture of available power, energy and environmental trends among all assets. Helps provide accurate information on power usage which can be used to save on energy costs and maintain compliance.
Mobile App
Access dcTrack from anywhere with your choice of tablet.
What is dcTrack?
dcTrack software is Raritan's Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) tool that enables data center and facilities mangers to effectively manage data center capacity, assets and change. dcTrack helps improve staff efficiency, database accuracy and data center utilization. dcTrack's asset tags, intelligent capacity search and placement, and powerful connectivity management tools help accurately track assets down to the 1U for better overall space, power and cooling utilization.
Is dcTrack a "DCIM" solution?
Yes, dcTrack is part of Raritan's total DCIM (Data Center Infrastructure Management) solution, encompassing asset, capacity, change, power, environment and energy management.
Who can benefit from dcTrack?
Data center managers and engineers, network managers and technicians, server managers and administrators, and facility managers and technicians who lack effective tools and processes to mange capacity, assets and change, in a data center or server room.
What is a simplified benefit provided by dcTrack?
1. dcTrack enables the automation of manual processes, such as the use of cumbersome Excel® spreadsheets and Visio® diagrams, to improve the tracking and management of data center assets.2. dcTrack provides a "complete" DCIM solution for asset, capacity and change management that is easy to install and use.
What type of ROI does dcTrack provide?
As a DCIM solution, dcTrack extends the life of your existing facilities by easily revealing valuable stranded power, space and network capacity, reducing capital and operational expenses, energy costs, unplanned interruptions and increasing service levels.
Does dcTrack provide Web Service APIs for change management and ticketing systems?
Yes. dcTrack offers a Web Service API that enables Asset item create, read, update and delete to/from configuration management databases (CMDB) for seamless information exchange, as well as seamless integration with change ticket systems.
Does dcTrack manage network infrastructure?
Yes. dcTrack can track the physical network layer of Ethernet and fiber channel switches, chassis-based and stackable switches and Mac® and IP addresses.
Is dcTrack ODBC compatible?
Can dcTrack manage VLANs?
Yes. dcTrack allows for the logical mapping of IP subnets to network switches or switch blades. It also allows for the assignment of VLANs to network interfaces.
Does dcTrack manage power infrastructure?
Yes. dcTrack supports single phase and 3-phase power distribution, traditional breaker panel-to-outlet distribution, busway distribution and a variety of electrical socket types and standards. It supports all elements in the power chain, from a device power supply to UPS.
Does dcTrack manage the cable plant?
Yes. dcTrack can manage virtually any common architecture, including centralized network distribution, distributed end-of-row, network racks or top-of-rack switching. It can also manage multiple hops of patching and connectivity.
Can dcTrack auto-discover servers and host systems?
Yes. dcTrack can auto-discover systems that are SNMP v1, v2 or v3-enabled using the standard RFC 1213 MIB.
Does dcTrack do real-time monitoring?
Yes. dcTrack can monitor in real time the power and environmental readings from SNMP-enabled power and environmental devices, such as UPS, PDU, rack PDU, power supplies, CRAC units and temperature and humidity probes. dcTrack can update these readings down to one second intervals.
Can a user retrieve dcTrack System health information using SNMP?
Yes, SNMP MIB-II can be used to retrieve dcTrack system health information, such as application up time, system contacts, number of processes running, CPU, memory and storage utilization, and more.
How do dcTrack and Asset Strips work together?
Raritan's dcTrack DCIM solutin offers intelligent asset tracking with the addition of Asset Strips. When unauthorized assets are added or removed, dcTrack will alert users of the change.
What are the requirements for deploying dcTrack?
dcTrack is available as a VMware® Virtual Appliance which contains the dcTrack application software, database and operating system that simplifies installation. It requires a Windows®-based client that runs on Windows XP, Vista® and Windows 7, which is easily accessed via popular Web browsers such as Internet Explorer® and Firefox®. See the documentation for more information.
Is there a maintenance plan for dcTrack?
Yes. The plan includes telephone and e-mail support documentation, online training, bug fixes, maintenance releases and library updates. The first year maintenance plan is included in the Virtual Appliance Bundle pricing. Annual maintenance plans are optional after the first year for an additional fee.
Where can I get dcTrack Users Guide, Quick Setup Guide, etc.?
All dcTrack materials can be found at the Raritan.com/support Website. You will need authentication to download these materials.
Are additional services available for dcTrack?
Yes. Additional training, implementation and integration services are available from Raritan and our certified partners.
How is dcTrack licensed?
Raritan's dcTrack DCIM solution is sold as a perpetual license and offers pay-as-you-grow pricing based on the number of cabinets in your data center. A cabinet is an open bay rack or enclosure that may contain computing devices such as servers, minicomputers, appliances or data storage devices, network equipment, KVM switches, communications panels and/or rack PDUs or other devices that can be managed by dcTrack.
The most comprehensive and easiest to use data center infrastructure management (DCIM) tool to efficiently manage IT assets, capacity and changes.
Raritan's dcTrack DCIM solution provides real-time resource utilization data for better electrical, cooling, floor, cabinet, cable and network capacity planning. Quickly see how much capacity you're using and more importantly, how much is available.
With Raritan's unique Asset Management Tags and Asset Management Sensors (AMS), dcTrack provides an accurate, automated, real-time inventory of all IT assets and their locations, down to the 1U level.
Quickly find space, power and network connectivity for IT devices, simplifying capacity planning and change management. Reserve capacity for future provisioning of new IT equipment.
The data center floor map is linked in real-time to the AutoCAD® or Visio® floor plan. Any changes made to the CAD background are immediately visible and recognized as new objects in dcTrack. dcTrack users can define their own custom views for quick access to their resources. A management dashboard offers several color-coded charts to easily view heat and power load distributions as well as data network and cabinet resources throughout the data center, server room, or colocation facility.
Raritan's dcTrack DCIM solution provides a quick and simple method for data center managers to visualize a group of cabinet elevations on a single screen. Cabinets can be grouped by physical adjacencies such as data center rows or logical groupings based on cabinet content. With another click, the elevation views can be changed to front, rear, or descriptive text views. Whether viewing the cabinet row from the front or rear, the cabinet left to right order can be set to match actual order or alphabetical order.
Once the cabinet elevation is visualized, dcTrack provides extensive views to drill down on item and port details. By simply clicking on an item in the cabinet view, a detailed image of the item is presented depicting all ports with dynamic labels. This image can be changed to front or rear views with a single click. The end-to-end circuit map of a port is visualized by clicking on a port label for further drill down.
Raritan's dcTrack DCIM solution offers a unique tool to visualize the full electrical circuit dependency beginning with the data center power source downstream to the rack PDU receptacle. dcTrack automatically calculates the power load at intermediate points in the electrical circuit path including UPS, PDU, breaker panel, outlet, power strip and power strip branch fuses. The PDU and related cabinet will be highlighted on the floor plan.
In this screen, the user manages the cabinet location assignment and can easily and quickly view its contents both visually and in text format. This eliminates the need to maintain separate drawings in third-party applications such as AutoCAD or Microsoft Visio®. This screen provides a quick summary of the cabinet's network and environmental metrics such as network ports, power usage, heat dissipation, and weight.
These screens allow the user to view, edit and add serve rand network items. From a single server screen, dcTrack can support standalone servers, blade servers, and virtual servers. The user can assign an unlimited number of network and power ports and applications to each device, which can be instantly visualized on the device front and rear views. Built-in intelligence will allow the user to assign IP addresses and VLANs from available networks as well as assign color codes.
In this screen, the user can manage the cable infrastructure as it is installed in the data center, server room, or colocation facility. dcTrack supports all known cable types, connectors and topologies. It supports various design architectures such as distributed and centralized topologies. The system is flexible to support and manage real-life labeling scenarios. Cable panels can be any size and can be assigned to any rack unit or to positions above or below the cabinet. Horizontal wire managers are also supported.
dcTrack simplifies IP space management in the data center thus eliminating cumbersome and error-prone spreadsheets. It defines subnets using an intelligent IP address calculator and assigns each subnet a name, a location, a VLAN number, and color codes. Then it assigns subnets to switches to manage VLANs. Remembering subnet ranges and default gateways with complex subneting is a daunting task. Let the IP query identify the subnet and its details for any IP address with ease.
Raritan's dcTrack DCIM solution is unique in that it offers complete management of the power infrastructure in the data center. Power management begins with the UPS power feeds. It handles virtually any power distribution design whether it is PDUs or RPPs, whether it is homerun distribution or overhead power busways, or whether it is single phase or 3-phase sources and loads. This screen helps visualize the circuit breaker panel as it exists in the PDU. This is critical in keeping all three phases in the data center balanced.
dcTrack offers advanced power management to help data center managers achieve maximum efficiency in power consumption. Real-time SNMP plug-ins allow users to capture actual power draws, temperature, and humidity from smart power strips. dcTrack is also capable of tracking power strip branch circuit fuses. Users have maximum flexibility in tracking virtually any power strip attribute: voltage, phase, plug type, port density or mounting position.
Once items such as servers and network equipment are assigned, dcTrack's built-in intelligence and automation tools simplify the building of relationships between these items. Whether it is a single or multi-hop connection, whether it is a network, SAN, point-to-point, or power connection, dcTrack can build these end-to-end connections based on user-defined rules. Such rules can include IP subnets, VLANs, cable color code, cable labeling, and power circuit diversity.
When moving a device or a server from one cabinet to another, a chain of related tasks occurs. dcTrack's built-in automation tools do the hard work. The process begins by suggesting a suitable cabinet that has sufficient rack unit space and power resources. Additionally, based on user-defined rules, it will guide the user in finding the optimal network resources such as IP subnet, VLAN, and cable color code. Disconnect and new connection work orders are then automatically generated.
dcTrack change management offers a clear and well-defined workflow to support and enforce best practices throughout the data center organization. Any significant change such as adding, deleting, or moving an item requires the user to follow a structured request process. Once requests are reviewed and approved by dcTrack's gatekeeper, then work orders are issued to affect the requested change. Each step in this process is tracked by date, time and user name for future audit trail.
Raritan's dcTrack DCIM solution comes loaded with an extensive visual library of items including servers, hosts, network equipment, PDUs, power strips, and data cabling panels. It also includes a comprehensive library of power and data connectors. Each item comes ready with attributes such as manufacturer name, model, size, rack units, power draw, and heat dissipation. It also includes front and rear views of each item. Users can also edit and add items to the library as needed.
Raritan's dcTrack DCIM soolution includes many valuable and well-laid out reports that include text and graphics to provide system details and environmental capacity metrics for proactive and effective management. The reports' user interface has a comprehensive filtering and sorting utility. The search and trace utilities provide quick methods for looking up items or connections by providing key information about the item or any component of the connection path. The results can be exported to an Excel file.
All items maintained in dcTrack are organized in in one database and easily searchable by a web browser. Information provided includes: item type, function, administrator, port location, etc. as well as any custom fields unique to a particular device.
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Automate Data Center ProvisioningIntelligent and Efficient Capacity ManagementData Center Builds, Moves and ConsolidationsReduced Manual Effort for Compliance and Audits Automate Data Center ProvisioningRapid change in the data center or server room is the order of the day due to the enterprise's increasing reliance on IT services. Timely provisioning of the many data center resources to meet the corporation's service needs is a major challenge. Because data centers often suffer from inaccurate or incomplete inventory records, provisioning cycles are much longer than necessary, and can result in missteps, re-work, missed deadlines, and service outages. Using Raritan's dcTrack Data Center Infrastructure Manager (DCIM) you will have an up-to-date view of all data center assets, a controlled change/workflow process and rules based tools to automate and accelerate the provisioning process. An automated, well-managed provisioning process will lead to faster delivery cycles, increased staff productivity and reduced error-rates. You can meet your deadlines and SLA's, while minimizing the possibility of service outages. And on-time rollouts of reliable IT services will delight your internal and external customers. Back to top Intelligent and Efficient Capacity ManagementYour data center or server room is likely the most expensive square footage in your company, with today's large data center builds costing tens of millions of dollars. With new builds so expensive, there are enormous incentives to make optimum use of existing capacity. Ad hoc management of capacity results in many issues: space and power shortages, stranded capacity and fragmented resources. On the other hand, over-provisioning can lead to an enormous waste of capital and expenses. Finding the right balance is difficult without the right tools. Raritan's dcTrack Data Center Infrastructure Manager (DCIM) gives you the tools to do intelligent capacity management. dcTrack's powerful floor plan visualization tools and color-coded capacity views highlight the available space, power, networking and cooling resources. But it doesn't stop there – with dcTrack you can also drill down to the most granular level to view individual power and data connections. Plus, dcTrack enables complete power chain management, so that you can properly manage power distribution – even balance 3-phase power loads. And the benefits are enormous – by carefully managing and utilizing existing capacity, and evenly balance power cooling and space to avoid stranded and fragmented resources, you can make full use of your existing resources. Raritan's dcTrack DCIM will enable you to defer costly equipment purchases, delay costly, new builds and minimize capital expenditures. And the benefits are enormous – by carefully managing and utilizing existing capacity, you can defer costly equipment purchases, delay new builds and make full use of your existing resources. By evenly balancing power cooling and space, you can avoid stranded and fragmented resources. You'll make optimal use of your data center assets, minimize capital expenditures and put an end to the constant reorganizations to free up resources. Back to top Data Center Builds, Moves and ConsolidationsLike it or not, major data center changes – whether new builds, moves (relocations), consolidations or colocations – are a continuous headache for data center managers. They are further complicated by the data center's multiple, inter-dependent organizations --IT, networking and facilities--needed to plan and construct the modern data center. Coordination of these "silos" is a major obstacle, especially with the multiple (often out-of-date and error-prone) spreadsheets, databases, CAD drawings and systems that "document" the average data center. dcTrack's integrated facilities and IT database can help you to plan and organize major data center changes. Raritan's dcTrack DCIM provides detailed, real-world modeling of racks, servers, network, cabling, power cooling and floor space. And with its change and work-order management, you can control, coordinate and manage the many technicians and contractors involved in a major data center project. dcTrack's powerful visualization tools break down the barriers between the data center "silos" to enable a "shared, single version of the truth" that can unite your project team. With Raritan's dcTrack DCIM, you can accurately and efficiently plan, manage and complete your data center project. With the increase in productivity and quality, you will meet, or even beat, your project deadlines and budgets, to the delight of your internal and external stakeholders. Back to top Reduced Manual Effort for Compliance and AuditsMost data center managers do not have an up-to-date inventory of the equipment in their data center, not to mention the connections between this equipment. And, if they do, then it is typically spread across multiple spreadsheets, drawings, files and systems. So, how do they respond to the constant requests for compliance, regulatory, financial and energy information, including requests related to Sarbanes-Oxley, FDA regulations, EU Code of Conduct, as well as internal regulatory organizations? The standard approach is time-consuming, and includes periodic physical inventories as well as ad hoc trips to the supposedly "lights-out" data center. Managers of data centers equipped with Raritan's dcTrack DCIM have up-to-date inventory records of facilities, devices and their interconnection. This data can be used to generate accurate, timely reports which can help you to respond to internal and external requests for information – quickly and without trips to the data center. The result is timely, accurate compliance and reporting with reduced staff effort and manual processes. You will save money, increase productivity and be prepared for the next, last-minute request. And possibly even keep the lights out in your lights-out data center. Back to top
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If you wanted to construct a high-performing green building before 1998, you were pretty much on your own without any sort of guidance system to nudge to keep you on track. Then came the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system, which offered a framework--albeit an imperfect one--for guiding architects and designers through the green building process. Now the smart cities movement (our own Boyd Cohen offers a lengthy "smart city" definition here) is getting its own guiding framework: the City Protocol.
Created by over 30 organizations, including Barcelona's City Council, GDF SUEZ, Cisco, the City Protocol (CP) is purportedly the first certification system for smart cities. It will be managed by the newly-formed City Protocol Society (CPS).
The specifics of how the CP will work are still unclear; a roadmap calls for the CPS to be operational by April 2013, with the certification system presumably rolling out soon after. The CPS hopes to develop the protocol much like the Internet Protocol--with open debate among the international community. The City Protocol website explains:
The CP programme will deliver agreements developed to address issues agreed by the community. These will lead to both:
* CP endorsed city projects and policies: projects and policies tested in cities that can be used as exemplars for other cities, along with Indicators and Certifications for those same projects and policies.
* Recommendations and technological standards for industry: industry-based standards, technologies and solutions which are standardized on a CP basis.
Unlike LEED certification, CP certification doesn't exist in a vacuum. Participating cities will be hooked up with other cities working on similar projects, and in some cases, they may even begin to work together. The CP website gives the example of a multi-modal transport system that integrates parking, traffic, and public transport data. Instead of one city taking on all the risk, CP cities could work together, each testing a different piece of the system.
So far, 32 cities around the world are part of the CPS, including Paris, Rome, Barcelona, San Francisco, New York, Moscow, Nairobi, Seoul, Taipei, and Istanbul. If the protocol ends up being worthwhile, others will undoubtedly join.
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G22.2(2) Application of Part 22 (Underground Workings)
G22.12 Underground supervisor's certificate
Issued June 18, 2008
Regulatory excerpt
Section 22.2 (Application) of the OHS Regulation ("Regulation") states:
(1) This Part applies to any underground working which is not a mine within the meaning of the Mines Act, or the Health, Safety and Reclamation Code for Mines in British Columbia, and which a worker will be required or permitted to enter.
(2) Generally, this Part does not apply to horizontal underground workings that are less than 5 m (16 ft) in length or to permanent facilities in their final structural condition as certified by a professional engineer.
In turn, "underground working" is defined in section 22.1 as including:
any adit, tunnel, underground excavation, chamber, caisson, raise, shaft, winze or natural entry
Purpose of guideline
This guideline discusses the circumstances, under section 22.2 of the Regulation, in which an underground working can be considered to be a permanent facility in its final structural condition as certified by a professional engineer.
The guideline also provides information on the application of the Regulation to underground projects that have been completed.
Permanent facilities in their final structural condition
Section 22.2(2) exempts the application of Part 22 to a permanent facility in its final structural condition as certified by a professional engineer. In order for an underground working to be in its final structural condition, it needs to be structurally capable of being used safely for its intended purpose(s). There are several aspects to this exception that need to be considered.
An underground working will not be in its "final condition" until the drilling, blasting, boring, or digging sequence is finished, along with the associated walls, roof, and invert. This will include all structural rock bolts, mesh, straps, steel supports, and shotcrete necessary to support a structure. However, the reference to "permanent facility in its final structural condition" has a somewhat broader meaning than the more limited reference to "final condition."
Hazards to workers in underground workings include aspects such as atmosphere, lighting, and potential for fire. If the project involves the replacement of temporary ventilation and lighting systems by permanent systems, the project will not be considered to be in final structural condition or structurally complete until that is done. The potential for fire is related in part to the use of heavy equipment involved in excavation, but which may also be used in other project work such as completion of an underground road or rail bed. Completion of such work, where applicable as part of the project, will typically be necessary before the facility is considered to be structurally complete. An underground project may also include other elements such as transitions, underground control gates, and control stations.
In some cases, an underground working may involve a series of tunnels or other excavations. Steps to complete the project may include sealing one or more of these areas by means such as walls, plugs, or backfill, and installation of drainage systems within the underground working. These steps will need to be completed before an underground working can be considered to be in its final structural condition.
As required by section 22.2(2), a professional engineer must certify that the facility is in its final structural condition. A certificate that addresses only part of the facility is not a sufficient basis for applying the exception.
Application of the Regulation to an underground project that has been completed
If an underground working has been completed under the terms of section 22.2(2), Part 22 no longer applies, but the other requirements of the Regulation remain in effect to address any subsequent work that may be done at the site.
Examples of such work include operation of underground control devices, use of worker transport systems, and equipment or facility inspections, maintenance, and repair.
Applicable requirements will include those of Part 9 (Confined Spaces) for work in any space that meets the definition of a confined space in section 9.1 of the Regulation.
Issued April 27, 2010
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Section 22.12 of the OHS Regulation ("Regulation") states:
(1) The employer must ensure that every worker involved in the active excavation or rehabilitation of an underground working is under the direct supervision of the holder of an underground excavation supervisor certificate acceptable to the Board.
(2) Workers not involved in the active excavation or rehabilitation of an underground working must be under the direction of a supervisor who holds an underground supervisor certificate.
Section 22.1 of the Regulation states, in part:
"underground working" includes any adit, tunnel, underground excavation, chamber, caisson, raise, winze or natural entry.
Section 117 of the Workers Compensation Act ("Act") states:
(1) Every supervisor must
(a) ensure the health and safety of all workers under the direct supervision of the supervisor,
(b) be knowledgeable about this Part and those regulations applicable to the work being supervised, and
(c) comply with this Part, the regulations and any applicable orders.
(2) Without limiting subsection (1), a supervisor must
(a) ensure that the workers under his or her direct supervision
(i) are made aware of all known or reasonably foreseeable health or safety hazards in the area where they work, and
(ii) comply with this Part, the regulations and any applicable orders,
(b) consult and cooperate with the joint committee or worker health and safety representative for the workplace, and
(c) cooperate with the Board, officers of the Board and any other person carrying out a duty under this Part or the regulations.
Purpose of guideline
The purpose of this guideline is to provide guidance on underground excavation certificates and underground certificates acceptable to WorkSafeBC, and to describe the process to follow if no certificate is available.
Acceptable certificates
Regulation subsection 22.12(1) specifies that, for work involving excavation or rehabilitation of an underground working, the supervisor must hold an underground excavation supervisor certificate acceptable to WorkSafeBC.
For gassy underground workings (as defined in Regulation section 22.1), the underground coal mine fireboss certificate issued under the Mines Act is an acceptable certificate under subsection 22.12(1). For non-gassy underground workings, the underground shiftboss certificate issued under the Mines Act is an acceptable certificate under subsection 22.12(1).
The requirements and process for a supervisor's certification under the Mines Act is described in Part 1 of the Health, Safety and Reclamation Code for Mines in British Columbia 2008. The supervisor must also have adequate knowledge of the applicable Regulation requirements.
Regulation subsection 22.12(2) specifies that, for work not involving active excavation or rehabilitation of an underground working (e.g., trades such as carpenters, mechanical trades, electricians, etc.), the workers must work under the supervision of a supervisor who holds an underground supervisor certificate. There is no directly applicable certificate available in B.C. at this time and therefore, unless the supervisor holds a certificate described in the previous paragraph, a variance to this subsection will be necessary.
When a variance is required
Certification under the Mines Act is the only acceptable supervisor's certification for underground workings. If a worker has an underground supervisor's certificate obtained from another jurisdiction, the employer can apply to the WorkSafeBC Regulatory Practices Dept. to accept this certificate.
It may not be practicable for an employer responsible for work in an underground working to ensure that the supervisor has an underground supervisor's certificate issued under the Mines Act (e.g., an underground tunnel being built without use of blasting materials) or other jurisdictions. For these cases, an employer can apply to the Regulatory Practices Dept. for a variance to this requirement. An explanation of the variance process is available on the WorkSafeBC website at http://www2.worksafebc.com/Topics/VariancesRegulation/Home.asp.
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What does it mean to be fit?
For many of us, being fit means maintaining a healthy weight with diet and exercise.
However, the "healthy weight = fit" idea omits and misrepresents several important components of what being truly fit means. In biological terms, "being fit" means "being able to provide for one's own life and wellbeing; the fittest are those who can do so the best." Now that's a little closer to what we should be working toward. Not just being fit to the point of sufficiency, but being the fittest.
So, the question is: What can you do to be the fittest you can be, or to obtain the best quality of life possible?
To answer that question, we'll examine the five components of physical fitness. That's right, there are five. Not just "fitting into my favorite jeans," "being able to run a marathon," or "bench pressing twice my body weight." Our definitions are from the US Department of Health and Human Services.
Body Composition: This refers to the relative amount of muscle, fat, bone, and other vital parts of the body. Body composition can provide a better evaluation of overall health than weight or BMI alone, so it is important to maintain a level of body fat that is neither too low (below 3-5% for men and 8-12% for women), nor too high (above 20-25% for men and 29-35% for women).
A variety of body fat measurement tools exist including calipers and bio-electrical impedance devices, and although some are more accurate and expensive than others, all can help you monitor changes.
Tip: Have a body fat analysis performed to know your starting point, and begin implementing small, healthy diet and exercise changes to improve body composition.
Cardiorespiratory Endurance: Cardiorespiratory endurance is the ability of the body's circulatory and respiratory systems to supply fuel during physical activity. This means being able to sustain an elevated heart rate. Activities like walking, swimming, and bicycling will all lead to improvement, and the good news is that the activity you choose does not necessarily have to be strenuous (at least initially).
Tip: choose an activity you enjoy and start slowly, increasing the intensity and duration over time.
Flexibility: Flexibility is the range of motion around a joint. Maintaining good flexibility helps protect the muscles and joints from injury in all kinds of activity. A basic stretching program, such as 10-15 minutes of light stretching for the upper body, lower body, and core after a workout, may be all you need to improve this oft-neglected fitness component. Yoga and Pilates classes can also add more structure to your flexibility program.
Tip: the key to improving flexibility is to make time for it! Add 10 minutes to the end of your workout to stretch or take 10-minute walking/stretching breaks at work.
Muscular Endurance: Muscular endurance is the ability of the muscle to continue to perform without fatigue. You can improve muscular endurance by doing sustained activities such as walking, swimming, or bicycling. When it comes to weight training, completing longer sets (12-25 repetitions) would be considered working in the endurance range.
Tip: look for opportunities to activate your muscles outside the club. For example, walk to the grocery store and flex those biceps by carrying groceries.
Muscular Strength: Muscular strength is the ability of the muscles to exert force during an activity. Sorry to those of you who want to stick to the treadmill, but this means using your muscles against resistance, whether that comes in the form of a dumbbell, resistance band, or your own body weight against gravity.
Tip: take the stairs instead of the elevator, or do some pushups during TV commercial breaks.
To be truly, "totally fit" we need to focus on all five components of physical fitness. Not only will we be healthier overall, but we will also enjoy the benefits of reduced risk of injury and disease prevention (osteoporosis, diabetes, etc.). The added bonus? Improving any single area of fitness will help the others improve as well.
So what are you waiting for?! What areas of physical fitness are you focusing on right now?
College students have plenty to worry about these days, with finding a job in a tough economy topping the list. Between the job search, studying, campus activities, and time spent "living the college life," it's easy to put your health on the back burner.
And that's okay, right? I mean, you're young, and your body can handle the stress of too little sleep and exercise, and too much unhealthy food…
Or can it?
In truth, it's only a matter of time before the poor health choices you make as a young adult catch up with you. Your health is no one's responsibility but your own and maintaining it takes constant effort. Learn that lesson now and you will set yourself up for success in the years to come.
Here are 3 of the most common health mistakes college students make and how you can avoid them:
Eating Too Much Junk Food: Dorm cafeterias put soft-serve ice cream machines and waffle makers at your finger tips, and campus convenience stores provide all of the salty snacks and sugary sodas you could ever want to propel yourself through late night study sessions. Add in a few midnight pizza runs and party binges and you've created quite a mess for your body to clean up.
In fact, according to teenshealth.org, studies have shown that snacking between 8PM and 4AM is a leading contributor to weight gain.
Avoid It: Eat at regular times without skipping meals and incorporate plenty of nutrient-rich foods such as fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. Pay attention to portion sizes and nutrition labels (many dorm menus provide them) and limit your intake of high-calorie foods, including alcohol.
If you are up late, fuel your food cravings with lower calorie fruits, vegetables, or sugar-free drinks. Your body will thank you for it!
Not Exercising Enough: Without high school sports or gym class programmed into your daily schedule, many college students let exercise fall by the wayside. Combining lower activity levels with increased caloric intake makes putting on the "freshman 15″ a real possibility.
Avoid It: Take at least 30 minutes every day to do something active, such as walking, jogging, swimming, taking a group exercise class or working out at the campus gym. Also get up and stretch or walk around if you catch yourself sitting for an extended period of time.
Researchers have found that students who exercise at least 3 days a week are more likely to report better physical health, as well as greater happiness, than those who do not exercise. Students who stay active are also more likely to report using their time productively. If just a little bit of exercise can help boost your health and your grades, it sounds like a no-brainer.
Sleeping Too Little (and No, Naps Don't Count): From studying and other school-related activities to social outings and noisy roommates, it's hard to avoid poor nights of sleep in college. Among other consequences, a lack of quality sleep can lead to increased stress levels and weight gain.
Avoid It: Do the best you can to go to bed and wake up at the same time every day, and aim for 7 to 8 hours of sleep per night. Don't rely on naps or power 10+ hour sleep sessions to catch up on missed sleep. Finally, avoid caffeine and alcohol too close to bedtime, as well as other stimulating activities such as exercise, TV, texting and Facebook.
One of the most important things you can do for yourself this school year is to keep your health on track. If your health is not already a priority, begin introducing positive changes slowly and build healthy habits now. You've got a lot of off-campus years ahead of you, and it's up to you to make sure that you will be healthy enough to enjoy them.
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Je ne désire plus pousser, je ne veux plus tirer … mes jambes ne me supportent plus. C'est alors que j'entends la voix de Tibo dans ma tête: « .Là, tu pars en guerre ».
Mon aventure a commencé le 9 juillet 2012 à 18h15 précise, à la M Clinique avec Thibault Gonnet, alias Tibo, alors que je me soumettais à une batterie de tests pour évaluer ma condition physique. Je précise la date et l'heure puisqu'à compter de ce jour je suis partie en guerre contre mes croyances, à propos de la communion de l'exercice physique et de la nutrition, afin d'atteindre mes objectifs de gain de poids. Je vous avoue d'emblée que le plus difficile dans cette aventure n'est pas le fait de soulever des poids et haltères, mais bien de faire place à une nouvelle philosophie d'entrainement et de nutrition. Je m'entraîne régulièrement depuis belle lurette; ceux et celles qui me connaissent peuvent affirmer que je suis en excellente condition physique … « very fit » quoi ! Mais après avoir passé la batterie de tests à la M Clinique, j'ai dû admettre que je n'étais pas « si fit que ca ! ».
Le test de composition corporelle terminé, Tibo s'écrie : « j'ai une bonne et une mauvaise nouvelle. La bonne : les femmes seront jalouses car ta masse grasse est sous la norme. La mauvaise : ta masse musculaire est de 4 kg sous la norme! » « Ok, ce qui veut dire? » lui demandais-je avec hésitation. « Tu devras prendre 4 kg de muscles ! » « Non, mais tu ne comprends pas Tibo, je ne veux pas engraisser ! ». C'est ici que réside mon plus gros défi : accepter que le pèse-personne affiche éventuellement un gain de poids … ce gain étant le résultat d'une augmentation de la masse musculaire, et non pas de la masse grasse ! (généralement, qui dit kilos en trop dit graisse en plus, non ?).
Le résultat du test de capacité aérobie mesure la capacité de mon moteur (soit mon cœur !!) à procurer de la puissance lors d'efforts. Ce test a démontré que je pourrais pédaler ou courir sur un terrain plat et pour une longue période de temps (dans ma catégorie d'âge, j'ai la cote « excellent »), mais que si une pente se dressait sur mon chemin, le moteur s'éteindrait sûrement. Et vlan ! mon égo reçoit un vilain coup.
Je vous avoue ne pas tout à fait saisir les résultats du test de force musculaire. Ce que j'en retiens est que même avec mon peu de muscles, je peux générer une « pas si mal » capacité de recrutement musculaire. Traduit en mes termes : malgré le fait que je pense en faire déjà beaucoup, je peux en faire plus. Le message est clair : je devrais sortir de ma zone de confort et donner tout ce que j'ai!
Le dernier test a duré une semaine. Le capteur de dépense énergétique bien serré à mon bras droit a calculé le nombre de calories que je brûle par jour, ainsi que mes heures de sommeil. Mon métabolisme de base brûle 954 calories. J'en dépense en moyenne 1650 par jour la semaine, et 1737 le week-end. Ici le choc fut brutal : je mange santé et je ne me permets des écarts que les vendredis et samedis soirs. Avec ce régime alimentaire, je maintiens mon poids. Ceci veut donc dire chers amis que pour maigrir il faut (1) augmenter l'activité physique et (2) diminuer les calories ingurgitées ! Calories In, Calories Out ! No ifs and buts about it !
L'évaluation de la condition physique terminée, toujours sous le choc, je m'engage alors à entreprendre un nouvel entrainement visant à atteindre mes objectifs :
Je vous avouais devoir partir en guerre contre mes croyances d'entrainement et de nutrition. Justement, j'ai rencontré Sarah Levesque, diététiste. Le gain de masse musculaire ne se fera que si j'alimente mieux et plus mon corps. Pour moi, manger plus égal gain de masse grasse! Sarah a été à l'écoute de mes craintes et m'a proposé quelques petits changements, réalistes et réalisables dans un premier temps, appuyant l'atteinte de mes objectifs tout en respectant mes habitudes de vie et mes petits problèmes de santé. Elle m'a donné des idées de collation et m'a demandé de m'engager à boire une tasse de lait après mon entrainement … « je le bois Sarah !!! »
Je vous reviens dans 6 semaines alors que je serai repassée à la M Clinique. Je vous ferai alors part de mes progrès et du programme nutritionnel. D'ici là, à chaque entrainement je pars à la guerre. Je défais mes croyances une à la fois, en poussant et tirant plus fort pour sortir de ma zone de confort.
If you spent the weeks leading up to the summer season getting "swimsuit-ready" only to realize that mid-way through the summer, you've put on a few pounds, you're not alone. Experts agree that summer weight gain is common among both adults and children.
Check out some easy ways to avoid the pitfalls, so you can stay healthy, fit, and ready to put on those skinny jeans this fall.
1. Plan Meals and Snacks.
Summer's laid-back feel and variable schedule can derail your motivation and ability to plan and prepare healthy meals and snacks. However, maintaining a healthy menu and eating schedule over the summer is key to controlling your weight.
Schedule time during your day to shop for and prepare healthy foods. This might actually help you feel less stressed, because both your mind and body will appreciate a nutritious energy boost.
2. Watch What You Eat at Summer Parties.
From your son's graduation celebration, to your cousin's wedding, to the family backyard BBQ, summer calendars are packed with events that include an unlimited amount of fatty, sugary foods.
To avoid overindulging, focus on catching up with family and friends. Don't overload your plate, and avoid going back for seconds and thirds. You will have more time for conversation and ready to take on the next activity!
3. Limit Summer Treats.
It's perfectly healthy to enjoy an ice cream cone once a week, but if that cone is accompanied by a frappuccino here and a margarita there (even one made from our healthy recipe), the extra calories can add up quickly. Less obvious, or seemingly "healthier" options, such as frozen yogurt, lemonade or Gatorade, and light beer, can also lead to weight gain.
With a little willpower and planning, you can decide for yourself when it's okay to enjoy a refreshing summer treat, and when to say, "I'll try it next time!"
4. Maintain Your Exercise Routine.
When regular schedules are thrown out of the window, as they often are during the summer, it's easy to let your daily trip to the gym fall by the wayside. Staying active with regular exercise will ward off extra pounds and preserve your fitness.
Summer is a great time to enjoy a wide variety of fitness activities – from the pool, tennis court, and golf course, to regular classes and exercise equipment at the gym. The bonus? You can do many of these activities with friends and family who need to exercise too!
5. Have a Goal.
Spending the hot summer months inside a cool, air-conditioned house, moving from the couch to the computer with stops at the fridge in between is a quick way to gain weight. Avoid falling into this rut by aiming for specific goals.
Combine physical goals, such as training for a summer 5K or learning a new sport, with activity-based goals, such as volunteering, working a summer job, or taking a class. Keeping goals in mind may just be the motivation you need to stay energized, healthy, and slim this season.
What strategies keep you and your family healthy over the summer?
A recent study published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture revealed that although junk food was found to be cheaper per calorie, healthy foods (foods from specific food groups whose nutritional values fell below a maximum amount of saturated fat, added sugars, and sodium) were cheaper by portion size and weight. In other words, it costs less to put healthy food on your plate than junk food when you adhere to serving sizes.
Here's an example. According to this Mark Bittman column, four "complete" meals from the leading fast food restaurant cost just under $30. But you can easily feed four-to-six people with a roast chicken, vegetables, salad, and milk for under $14. Choose a meal of rice and beans instead, and your total bill goes down about $5 more.
You might think, "that's all well and good, but it still feels like junk food is cheaper and easier to put on the table. Why is that, and what can I do about it?". In a country whose obesity-related medical expenses already cost $147 billion per year, that is one of the billion dollar questions.
The answer is complex. But that doesn't mean we're powerless.
Here are some steps we can take now to curb the ever-widening effects of our "junk food" culture:
Ignore Manipulative Food Marketing: Fast food companies alone spent $4.2 billion on marketing in 2009, and the Food and Beverage industry as a whole has done a pretty good job convincing consumers that the foods they sell are cheap, convenient, and tasty.
It's important to recognize that the tactics used are just that – ways of enticing you to buy products. Their bottom line doesn't care if you enjoyed your burger after you bought it, or if it caused you to gain weight. But, your body cares, and who would you rather listen to?
Banish the Fast-Food Habit: Sixty years ago food was less plentiful and more expensive than it is today. Now, in part because of the overabundance of food, Americans dine out about five times per week. We have to reverse this trend. Our bodies do not need large portions of oil-saturated foods, a staple in many fast food restaurants.
We can also get more comfortable saying "no" to our kids, who sadly, are unfair targets of manipulative marketing. We need to show them that grilled chicken and potatoes can taste just as good as chicken nuggets and fries.
Know Your Options: Healthy food can be cheap and convenient too; it just takes a little more knowledge and forethought than ordering a Value Meal. The cost of organic produce and $5 loaves of hearty whole-grain bread (vs. $2 white loaves) can be discouraging, but buying store brands and in-season produce, and taking advantage of coupons and sales can help keep costs low.
Embrace substitutions. Less expensive, conventionally grown foods can still be healthy, and brown rice is an alternative whole grain that costs under $1 per bag. Take 10 minutes to plan your trip to the store, and you can be in and out in less time than it would take for you to wait in a drive-thru line. Plus, you'll have a smaller tab!
Get Cooking: Americans are watching more cooking shows, but spending less time in the kitchen. What's wrong with this picture? There is a misconception that cooking takes lots of time and skill. Stock "staple" items, such as rice and beans, chicken breasts (which freeze well), and spices. Also, invest in a good knife and large cutting board, and use the Internet to find healthy and easy recipes you can prepare in 15-minutes or less.
If you have time to watch your favorite TV show, you have 15 minutes to prepare dinner for your family. Try it for a month and see if your bills and your belt stay a little tighter.
We don't like to hear that healthy food is cheaper than junk food because it gives us one less excuse to eat junk. While it's easy to go out and eat 5,000+ calories a day, our bodies simply can't handle that lifestyle, even with exercise. Our choices impact the quality of our lives, and it's up to us to embrace a healthier lifestyle that doesn't include junk food products.
Do you think it's possible to eat healthy on a budget? What challenges have you faced in providing healthy meals for your family, and how have you overcome them?
As the obesity epidemic grows in scope, so too does the "blame game." Lack of exercise, over-consumption of food, sedentary work environments, lifestyle choices, biological predispositions, genes…the list of possible culprits for America's fatness goes on.
Fast food is a common target. Earlier this month, an advocacy group launched a campaign petitioning 26 hospitals across the country to remove a major fast food restaurant from their cafeterias with the aim of sending a "better message" to consumers.
Some of the reasoning behind the group's initiative comes from a 2006 study published in the journal Pediatrics that concluded that allowing fast food centers to operate in hospitals not only affects guests' consumption of fast food on the day of their visit, but also unintentionally boosts the perception of the "healthfulness" of fast food in general. Here's more research that supports the initiative:
So being near to fast food increases the likelihood of obesity, but will removing fast food from hospitals (and other institutions and neighborhoods) help solve the problem?
Consider this:
Blaming fast food restaurants for obesity can place us on a slippery slope. Should we remove buses from our streets to force people to choose the less convenient, but "healthier" walking or biking options? After all, sitting for long periods of time is correlated with obesity, and most adults do not get the recommended level of exercise.
Similarly, while we should limit consumption of fast food, we can't eliminate it from the American diet as long as there is a demand for convenient, inexpensive, and (arguably) tasty food. We need to improve health through education and develop incentives that encourage healthy lifestyle decisions, proper nutrition, and exercise.
Perhaps a partnership between hospitals and Weight Watchers (or other proven commercial weight loss programs), or the establishment of walking groups or active events within hospital walls, could promote lasting change.
We won't make any progress in the fight against obesity by playing the blame game at the expense of taking responsibility for our health into our own hands.
What do you think? Will restricting fast food lead to a decrease in obesity? How can we as individuals, families, and institutions promote a healthier America?
March is National Nutrition Month, and this year, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is urging Americans to "Get Your Plate In Shape." With the help of the "My Plate" model, which replaced the Food Pyramid in June 2011, the experts are giving us a reminder of the healthy nutrition goals we have heard before:
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483 Meetup Groups match "Adventure" near Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Find us at www.meetup.com/IEAdventurers Ready to take an adventure? Then join the INLAND EMPIRE Outdoor Adventurers! Let's find a new adventure in the Inland Empire and beyond. Meet friends to enjoy the outdoors and breathe some fresh air and getaway. Join us to expand your horizons and try something new or something adventurous. We also enjoy fun social activities, restaurants, retreats and travel. What adventure would you like to do? The skies the limit for outdoor adventures and social activ …
ENERGIZED! Outdoor Adventures Meet with friends who like Adventures, Social Activities, Dining Out and Travel. Have fun at adventures like urban exploration, rock climbing, scuba diving, hiking, sailing, fishing, auto racing, surfing, racquetball, kayaking, tennis, volleyball, fitness, skiing, travel, golfing, nature photography, sporting events, yoga, walking, museums, motorcycle riding, dirt bikes, mountain bikes, running, camping, bowling, skydiving, etc. We also participate in fun social ac …
Meet fellow travel enthusiasts that live near you! Come to our Inland Empire Travel & Adventure Meetup group to relive your trips & adventures, share photos from around the world. We share our first-hand recommendations on new adventure & exotic destinations. We meet each month at a different restaurant in the Inland Empire, moving from East to West and North to South. We are one of the only travel groups that actually travels and our members decide where & when to go. Share travel tips, learn …
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An adventure is an activity that comprises risky, dangerous or uncertain experiences. The term is more popularly used in reference to physical activities that have some potential for danger, such as skydiving, mountain climbing, and extreme sports. An adventurer is a person who bases their lifestyle or their fortunes on adventurous acts. (wikipedia's definition) We are a group for people of all ages that love the outdoors and getting out and having fun on the weekends. Started this group to find …
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Hi!! My name is Andi. I'm always on an adventure and can be found almost anywhere (just like Waldo). My motto is to "Celebrate Life" and all it has to offer. If you're interested in quality social experiences that will nudge you out of your comfort zone, encourage creativity and spontenaeity with a great blend of culture, I would love for you to join me and some really great people for an adventure. No cliques, no drama, no fluff, no gimmicks. Adventures are very flexible and go with the flow, j …
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The Adventure Travelers says it all. We are a group of people that want to explore, travel, experience new things and make life adventurous. We welcome all skill levels. If you are looking for a true adventure, this is the place to be. Our adrenaline packed Meetups will be something you will remember the rest of your life. The Adventure Travelers can help you check off those Bucket List items, such as: snorkeling with Whale Sharks, getting up and personal with a Great White Shark, hiking through …
If you like being active and prefer to explore the outdoors rather than being a couch potato and appreciate the beauty of nature while getting a good workout, this group is for you! Now is the perfect time to venture out and explore new and inspiring groundings. We are a relaxed group with one goal: Let's just have fun, enjoy life and each others company. We will participate in a variety of activities such as hiking, camping, backpacking, bike riding, water sports and other outdoor adventures. …
This group is dedicated to all things fun and adventurous. If you like your adventure human powered and fitness related, then this is the group for you. All experience levels are welcome. Adventures range from local to distant and include hiking, biking, kayaking, climbing, canyoneering, caving, backpacking, snowboarding, skiing, snowshoeing, scuba diving, riverboarding, rafting, adventure racing, etc... The sky's the limit. To get an idea of some of the things we do, check out some of the links …
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Are you & your pooch looking for an activity that you can do together (other than watching t.v)?? Do you both like being outdoors & meeting new people/dogs in a safe environment w/responsible owners? Well look no further! Welcome to Active Dog GROUP Adventures! One of the original dog social groups in Orange County & THE BEST! This is the perfect group for you & your dog! A.D.A is about increasing the bond between canines & their humans. Come join fun adventures like agility, flyball. packwalks, …
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We are a crew of people who love anything aviation and adventure. Come pilots, come enthusiasts, and bring the curious too. If If you're interested in day-trip adventures, cross-country flights, social aviation gatherings (BBQs and more) or geek-out sessions on the model "you-name-it", we invite you to join the mix. Our home base is Fly Corona at the Corona airport, but we'll be exploring far beyond.
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Adventure abounds! Live Full Out by enjoying a healthy, adventurous, and exciting lifestyle with other like-minded people. Too many people I know tell me that they don't know what to do with their weekends, well that is why this group was created! When you become a member of the Adventure Alliance you become part of a community that wants more out of life. We want to explore, we want freedom, and we want to enjoy all the moments that we have in this life. You do not have to be a hardcore adventu …
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This is a group for anyone interested in biking,hiking,camping, kayaking,going on outings/events,etc. and having lot's of fun doing it! All ages and skills levels are welcome. Having two kids and recently volunteering as a Cub Scout leader has inspired me to start this group to share my love for the outdoors and to meet others who are into having active life styles. Along with enjoying adventures together we will also take the time to enjoy relaxing outdoor events like festivals, expos, movies i …
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All of you Adventure Junkies, from the Inland Impire, Pomona, San Gabriel, and San Fernando Valleys, to the Beach cities, are you tired of looking for friends to come along Scuba Diving, Water Skiing / Wake Boarding, Kayaking, White Water Rafting, or maybe Snow Boarding and Skiing, in and out of state? Or perhaps, you'd enjoy flying to a fun destination. Any of you ever been in a Open Cockpit Bi-Plane? How many of you said I'm going Sky Diving someday, only to find that your cool friends bailed …
Thank you for checking out our group. After years of being a private club we have now opened up our events - free of charge. Active Singles Adventures has been in Orange County for 27 years now. We used to be Athletic Singles Association but changed our name so as not to intimidate anyone (and because a person didn't need to be "athletic" to enjoy our group). But we are still "ASA" . We continue to organize interesting social and active events so you can come out and meet our travelers and cons …
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The BOEING EMPLOYEES OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CLUB (BOAC) is an unincorporated, non-business organization sponsored by The Boeing Company. The objectives of BOAC are to organize, advance, improve and support outdoor adventure sports by (1) collecting and disseminating information of value to its members, (2) promoting a spirit of cooperation and camaraderie among its members, (3) affording opportunities to its members to associate and exchange views, thus encouraging personal advancement in outdoor adv …
This is a group of single men and women, ages 25-40, looking for adventure and hopefully finding a meaningful relationship with that special someone. Adventures will include: kayaking, biking, rollerblading, hiking, sports, camping, etc. This group was created for people who enjoy adventure and who are looking for a serious relationship.
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Why sit behind your desk when you can build you business by networking with other professionals while zip lining 300 feet above a canyon? This group is passionate about connecting to other business professionals while having fun! This is the group for you if you love adventure! We will be hiking, zip lining, horse back riding, shark diving, traveling to exotic places, and much more!
Do you like passion and adventure? This is a group for adventurers, team leaders, entrepreneurs, executive managers who want to network, INSPIRE and share their passions/hobbies with lessons that can be applied in business and life. You need to take bold steps to success and be the person you want to become. Join this group to build your network and enjoy different events that will help you grow your business by learning how to share your passions and business learning and insights with other en …
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Meet other local flying enthusiasts and adventurers, and those that just want to share time in airplanes, to build hours or just get away for adventures! A fuller plane is a better use of resources. We fly to interesting destinations from various Southern California airports. You don't have to want to be a pilot to join in on the fun, beauty and convenience of air travel.
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Temecula Valley Outdoor Adventures is all about excellent outdoor activities. We are a small but very tight knit group that combines outdoor activities with after event socializing and camaraderie. We will be hiking, kayaking, skiing, camping, traveling, spending time with new and old friends, and more. This group is a fun, relaxed, and friendly group of people who love to spend time outdoors doing many different types of adventures. There are many wonderful places to visit and explore in Southe …
Let's go outdoors. Snowboard and ski in the winter and hiking and camping in the summer. Are you adventures and looking for friends to do various outdoor activities with. We are too. We started as a snowboarding group but have now ventured into outdoor adventures and more! We love winter sports and enjoy summer adventures as well. When there is snow, we hit up the slopes. In warmer months, we keep up the fun through hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing and other outdoor adventures. https:// …
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You are adventurous? Great!! Welcome to "LA West-Side Ski, Snowboard and Outdoor Adventure Group," which is similar to our other group, "Los Angeles Snowboarders and Outdoors Adventures" Meetup Group. We started out as a ski & snowboarding group but are now venturing into outdoor adventures and more! We love winter sports and enjoy summer adventures as well. When there is snow, we hit the slopes. In warmer months, we keep up the fun through hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing and other outdoo …
"This is a group for anyone interested in native plants, hiking, nature walks, meditation in nature, photography, wildlife habitat gardens, native plant gardening, utilizing Feng Shui in the garden, medicinal and edible native plants, etc. All skill levels are welcome. I started this group to meet other hiking, native plant, meditation, photography, and outdoor enthusiasts. Looking forward to exploring the outdoors with everybody and having some more intense hikes and wonderful adventures."
ESCAPE..... from the house, your job, neighborhood, city, state, or country! This group will get you going! I'm looking for open-minded, adventurous travel buddies. Although primarily a social group for people interested in travel, be it locally to a new venue, or distant foreign lands, meeting like minded individuals for friendship, relationships, business contacts or employment will also be topics for discussion. Our "meetup" venue's can be a private home, wine bar, picnic in a park, local hik …
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We are dedicated to creating events geared towards adventurous singles who crave a life less ordinary. Living in the moment, doing things to meet new people and opening up your social and adventurous side. We bring all types of people together to help you life your best life.
Welcome, Adventure People! We're an active group who enjoy such activities as hiking, rock climbing, canyoneering, paragliding, whitewater rafting, kayaking, camping, backpacking, surfing, cycling, volleyball, mountain biking, go kart racing, flying jetpacks, trapeze, skydiving, scuba diving, snorkeling, water skiing, snowboarding, snow skiing, mountaineering, ziplining, and more. All skill levels are welcome, from beginners to total bad asses! We plan trips based on the input from our members, …
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This group is really for members that are into the outdoors (hiking, biking, rock climbing, kayaking, backpacking so on and so forth), but also Very VERY important – you have to be into DJs and Music festivals. Excample-Burning Man, Moontribe, Lighting in the Bottle. If you're just looking for an outdoors adventure group, this group is not for you. ===================================== The Beyond Basecamp group is all about adventure and partying! Our organizers set up large group weekend outing …
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This is a group for fun women in their late 20's to mid 40's who enjoy being active and want to get out and experience new adventures! You certainly don't have to be an athlete to join, just willing & determined to try! Events include but are not limited to: Hiking, biking, indoor rock climbing, paddle boarding, horseback riding, camping, backpacking excursions, skiing / snowboarding, and from time to time we'll throw in a Happy Hour and a movie night or two along with volunteer opportunities, f …
Welcome to Volitude Sport & Adventure Club! VSAC offers Leagues, Tournaments, Classes, Clinics, Coaching, and Open Play events for Tri-Ball, Beach Tennis, Volleyball, Beach Football, Beach Soccer, Dodgeball, and Wiffleball. Along with Sporting Events, we also offer Fitness, Bootcamp, Yoga, Nutritional Instruction, Outdoor Adventures, and Red Cup Social Activities. All skill levels are welcome! SEASONAL ADULT COED SOCIAL LEAGUES: 7v7 2 Hand Touch Beach Football (Spring & Fall) 5v5 Beach Soccer …
Welcome to the LA/OC International Adventure Travel Club! Simply put, this group is for people who want to make friends and travel the world. The group tries to Meetup locally in the LA/OC area to bring adventurous people together to talk about where we've been and where we dream of going… with the ultimate goal of traveling to amazing and adventurous places around the world with a group of other liked-minded people (see our events). As much as we are looking to find other adventurous peop …
Urban Adventures Do you crane your neck for a better view of graffiti-covered overpasses? Do you keep an extra pair of hiking boots and a camera in your trunk 'just in case'? Interested? Join our hearty crew of Urban Adventurers. The secret to U.A.'s success: Our Leaders and our Members. Our high quality participants know their duties to RSVP and to prepare for events, bringing appropriate gear, water, and memory cards! WE'RE NOT JUST U.E! Past events include hikes, bike-rides, kickball at the …
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We are an exciting group of Pilots, Aircraft Owners, Co-Pilots, Passengers of Private Airplanes, who love to fly to destinations near and far. We plan Over-The-Top experiences to destinations all over the world, and fly there, in Private Aircraft. Some of our trips include: Wine Country Adventures, African Flying Safaris, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling and Kayaking, Dude Ranches, Luxurious Resorts, and lots of Romantic Getaways!
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This is absolutely disgusting and I for one will not support Johnson based on Hoogendyk's recommendation. Business as usual. Makes me sick to my stomach.
THANKS to EVERYONE! "We" certainly DID question that endorsement part greatly and with a very sad heart. HOWEVER, "Mary" just NEEDS TO HAVE MORE TRUST & FAITH in our FRIENDS and spend more time searching for the REAL TRUTH!!
When are we going to stop believing everything we read in the blogs? If this is true, there will be more reliable sources reporting it with named authors and cited references. If you know of a reliable source, please post it. Has anyone bothered to call Jack himself? He gives out his cell number freely, so he's not hard to reach. If he did this, he should have to answer for it, and if he didn't, he should get the chance to defend himself to people willing to identify themselves. I'll be interested in seeing how this pans out after actual research is done. Posting a blog link is not research.
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