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Three Large Python Snakes Rescued In Last One Week In The CapitalThu, 2014-12-18 22:38 | by Nikki
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The sighting of a giant python at the DND Flyover brought traffic there to a halt. There was mayhem after the unusually large reptile was spotted on the bridge. The Wildlife SOS 24 hour rescue helpline 9871963535 was flooded with "distress calls" this week. In this week alone, Wildlife SOS came to the aid of three giant Pythons ranging between 8 to 12 feet. In the most recent incident on December 17th, a python was spotted on the DND flyover. The well-trained team from the Wildlife SOS, managed to restrain the giant snake, which weighed close to 23 kg. Read more »
14 Ft Python Snake Breaches Air Force Station SecuritySat, 2014-11-15 01:56 | by Nikki
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Eight foot Python snake joins Chhath Puja prayers on Yamuna bankFri, 2014-10-31 01:01 | by Nikki
The sighting of a large eight foot long python snake on the yamuna river banks where the chhath puja rituals are performed by thousands of devotees caused mayhem. Wildlife SOS was contacted and the snake was rescued safely. Read more »
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Wildlife SOS rescued a Cobra from Delhi Metro StationTue, 2014-06-10 04:30 | by Nikki
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Wildlife SOS's 24 hour animal rescue helpline responded to a distressed call from the Yamuna Bank Metro station office, Delhi about a Cobra spotted in the premises. Wildlife SOS received a call at 11 pm about a 4 feet long Cobra that had strayed in Yamuna Bank Metro station. The Wildlife SOS team led by Harshad Solanki, Rescue coordinator along with other team members rushed to the spot. Read more »
Cobra Rescued from Snake CharmerThu, 2014-02-27 02:25 | by Nikki
Earlier this month, the team of Wildlife SOS recieved a phone call from forest ranger Mr. R K Sharma, that a snake charmer was spotted at the mall road oposite Mughal hotel in Agra city. A snake rescue team of three- Mr Bhushan Kumar, Mr Sakir and Mr Reddy was deployed at the above mentioned location followed by the rescue of a Cobra snake from the snake charmer. The offender was handed over to the Forest Department for further investigation. Read more »
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Freed from a snake charmerSat, 2013-12-14 16:37 | by Nikki
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A couple of days ago, a rat snake that was 6.5 ft. long was rescued from a snake charmer. Baiju Raj, a wildlife biologist with Wildlife SOS who has always had a special affection for reptiles, saw the snake charmer at a local market. 'The charmer' was using the snake to beg for tips. The rat snake was seized and was taken to the Agra Bear Rescue Facility to be evaluated by a veterinarian. Read more »
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Wildlife SOS's 24 hour animal rescue helpline responded to a distressed call from the Air Force Station in Rajokri, Delhi on their wildlife helpline about a cobra spotted on the premises.
The Wildlife SOS team rushed to the Air Force Station but before our team could get there, one of the air force officers attempted to capture the cobra and got bitten on his right index finger. Thankfully, the officer Sgt Horo did not panic and tied a tourniquet around his finger to stop the venom from spreading throughout his body. Read more »
An unusual rescue of a snake in KashmirSat, 2013-09-28 16:10 | by Nikki
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A snake was recently rescued in the foothills of Koh-e-Maran in the old city near a revered shrine called 'Makhdoom Sahib.' The snake came to the attention of Wildlife SOS after it had appeared in the garden of Mr. Tariq Ahmed Baba on September 25th. Snakes are not common in that region and therefore its presence created panic which resulted in a few of the residents evacuating their homes. Read more »
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Christmas Surprise! Cobra On a Bike!Thu, 2011-12-29 04:18 | by Anonymous
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What would stop you from getting home to a warm couch on a chilly winter evening?? Perhaps a four foot cobra sitting on your bike!!!
Our Christmas Surprise was a call that came from the Delhi Metro Rail Depot when an employee jumped off his bike after hearing a hiss from the engine. Mr. Shekar, an employee of the Delhi Metro Rail Cooperation was about to jump on his bike and get to his warm home after a long work day, when he heard a hiss from his bike. He wondered what in the world that sound could be and bent down to check where the sound had come from. He screamed and moved away from his bike when he saw a spectacled Cobra coiled up on his engine, warming itself! Read more »
Giant Pythons and Bewildered farmers!Thu, 2011-11-03 04:27 | by Anonymous
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The first time we heard of 'Gadauli' village in Uttar Pradesh, a few hours from the Taj Mahal was when we heard about a giant python having moved in! The entire village was abuzz with news of a python who decided to take up residence in their village! A senior forest officer at Agra had received information that a twelve foot long reptile was in the village and if something was not done very soon, the local villagers who were under the impression that the snake was dangerous, may kill the snake. This was cause for concern! Read more »
Giant Reptilian visitor paralyses South Delhi's Nelson Mandela MargThu, 2011-10-06 00:40 | by Anonymous
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One breezy October morning saw hundreds of people gather on Nelson Mandela Road.They were witnessing a first of its kind! A seven foot python snake was spotted on a tree.
Frantic calls started pouring into the Wildlife SOS Helpline all explaining how the python was on a compound wall.
The Wildlife SOS Helpline team led by Harshad Solanki along with other team members reached the spot where the large snake was seen on a compound wall at Nelson Mandela road, opposite a famous mall in Delhi. The WSOS team climbed the high wall to try and rescue the snake. The presence of hundreds of people frightened the snake which immediately proceeded to rapidly climb a tall tree next to the wall. Read more »
Python rescued from DND flyoverSat, 2011-01-15 04:11 | by Anonymous
Reptile Conservation Program at JNUSat, 2011-01-15 03:55 | by Anonymous
Wildlife SOS recently organised an awareness and training program in Reptile handling at Delhi's elite Jawaharlal Nehru University. Read more »
Giant python rescued from Delhi airportFri, 2010-11-05 21:05 | by Kate
A large eight foot python was spotted at the Delhi international Airport and the Wildlife SOS rapid response team was called in to help deal with the giant reptile. Read more »
"Snakes found near Commonwealth athletes' village" - coverage by BBCTue, 2010-10-12 16:52 | by Kate
Tom Burridge of the BBC spent the day with our rescue team as they rescued a snake from a Commonwealth Games venue, and then released several snakes back into the wild.
Please view the video on the BBC website.
Two cobras rescued from CWG villageFri, 2010-10-08 21:44 | by Anonymous
Two cobras rescued from CWG 2010 gates no 1 and 2 . A call was received at the Wildlife SOS CWG Helpline at 21:10 Hrs from the CWG control room and the Wildlife SOS team reached the location in about 20 minutes. Read more »


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The latest film from Jason Reitman (Up in the Air, Juno) centres on 13-year-old Henry (newcomer Gattlin Griffith) as he confronts the pangs of adolescence while struggling to care for his reclusive mother, Adele (Kate Winslet). On a back-to-school shopping trip, Henry and Adele encounter Frank (Josh Brolin), a man both intimidating and clearly in need of help, who convinces them to take him into their home. The events of this long weekend will shape each of them for the rest of their lives.
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Monday, September 16, 2013, 1pm ET Consumers Union Calls For Stronger Action to Curb Antibiotic Overuse And To Prevent The Spread Of Deadly Infections in Hospitals WASHINGTON, D.C. – A new report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warns that antibiotic resistance poses a serious threat to public health that is undermining Continue Reading
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A bipartisan group of senators introduced a bill that would help the FDA study the use of antimicrobial drugs in food producing animals
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- Consumer Reports: Bacteria on turkey raised without antibiotics showed significantly less antibiotic resistance than bacteria on conventional turkey
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Concern about the misuse of antibiotics in livestock production has been around so long it dates back to "Jimmy Carter's day," states former FDA Commissioner Donald Kennedy in an op-ed today in the Washington Post, and calls the agency out for stalling on the issue for the past 36 years. "Today, the science is even Continue Reading
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- Poll of Trader Joe's customers shows rift between company, consumers on antibiotic-raised meat
Talk about having faith in a company to do the right thing: a whopping 95% of Trader Joe's customers believe that the company avoids products that may harm public health or the environment, according to a poll released today by the Consumer Reports National Research Center. But when it comes to selling meat raised on antibiotics, Continue Reading
- Op-ed: Grocers, shoppers can slow public health threat
"Public health experts have been sounding the alarm that the antibiotics we all depend on to fight off deadly infections are losing their power," kicks off an op-ed penned by Jean Halloran of Consumers Union in the the San Francisco Chronicle today. While doctors are trying to reduce the spread of antibiotic-resistant superbugs by only Continue Reading
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Before you fire up the grill for your July 4th celebration, we have a request. Put down the mustard, step away from the relish, and ask yourself: are the hot dogs sizzling on your holiday barbecue contributing to the growing problem of antibiotic resistance? Animals raised for meat are routinely dosed with antibiotics to Continue Reading
- San Franciscians: tell Trader Joe's no more meat on drugs
We know Bay Area folks have a lot of love for Trader Joe's – after all, the city of San Francisco alone contains five Trader Joe's stores within its mere 49 square miles. But what a lot of TJ's shoppers don't realize about one of their favorite grocery store chains is that much of the Continue Reading
- We've been talking turkey
Consumers Union activists have been making Congress sit up and listen about the dangerous overuse of antibiotics on healthy livestock. Incredibly, eighty percent of all antibiotics are given not to sick people but are sold for use in animals, mostly to make them grow faster and tolerate crowded and unsanitary factory farms. That reckless practice Continue Reading
- Loyal, misinformed employees defend Trader Joe's on Facebook
Trader Joe's employees are a loyal bunch, so much so that many believe their beloved Joe can do no wrong. So when a group of workers saw our Facebook post last week asking the company to stop selling meat raised on antibiotics, the response was … notable. Getting past the name calling (and some colorful Continue Reading
- Trader Joe's responds on antibiotics issue, but still no commitment
In response to hundreds of calls Trader Joe's headquarters has been getting from customers asking them to stop selling meat raised on antibiotics, the company has issued a statement on their website. "We don't presume to make choices for [customers]," it says, and points to some options shoppers have in their stores of organic and Continue Reading
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For a company that says it listens to its customers, sometimes Trader Joe's can be hard to reach. And for a friendly 'neighborhood grocery store,' sometimes they're not so friendly when you actually do. For almost a year, Consumers Union has been trying by various means to start a dialogue with the grocery chain on Continue Reading
News Articles
- USDA outlines plan to fight salmonella Source: The Los Angeles Times (Wednesday December 4, 2013)
- US Rep. Louise Slaughter Discusses Antibiotic Resistance Source: Food Safety News (Tuesday December 3, 2013)
- A Gut Reaction: America's Obesity Epidemic may be caused by its favorite drug Source: Newsweek (Friday November 29, 2013)
- The growing antibiotic crisis: Subtherapeutic use on factory farms is creating drug-resistant superbugs Source: Buffalo News (Sunday December 1, 2013)
- Calling fowl: How to pick the most humane turkey for Thanksgiving Source: Grist (Tuesday November 26, 2013)
- Foster Farms Chicken Lawsuit Will Focus on Antibiotic Resistance Source: Food Poisoning Bulletin (Friday November 22, 2013)
- Imagining the Post-Antibiotics Future Source: Medium (Wednesday November 20, 2013)
- Aw crap! Antibiotic-resistant bacteria surfacing in animal poop Source: Salon (Saturday November 16, 2013)
- Are Farm Veterinarians Pushing Too Many Antibiotics? Source: National Public Radio (Friday November 1, 2013)
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Chronic glucocorticoid therapy can suppress the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis and, during times of stress such as surgery, the adrenal glands may not respond appropriately. Protocols for "stress dose" steroids followed reports in the 1950s of possible surgery-associated adrenal insufficiency due to sudden preoperative withdrawal of glucocorticoids. However, numerous studies have questioned both the need for and the doses of supplemental perioperative glucocorticoid.
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The use of stress doses of glucocorticoids, such as 300 mg/day of hydrocortisone for several days [1-3], had become a common perioperative practice for patients on glucocorticoid therapy, based upon early case reports of intraoperative adrenal crisis after abrupt withdrawal of glucocorticoids [4,5], and the observation that glucocorticoids have a permissive effect on vascular tone and blood pressure [6]. However, a number of reports, including two randomized studies and a systematic review [7], have questioned the need for supplemental perioperative stress dose glucocorticoids [1,8-13]. The current approach is to determine perioperative glucocorticoid coverage based upon the patient's history of glucocorticoid intake, as well as the type and duration of surgery planned [2,14-16].
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How Music Bridge the Gap Between Stage Plays and the Big ScreenAural Fixation By Allison Loring on January 30, 2014 | Comments (1)
In an interview with Rolling Stone, "August: Osage County" playwright, Tracy Letts, said the difference between watching a movie and a play is "…the way people take them in. You don't work as hard to watch a movie. You work harder to watch a play, so what the audience puts into it is interesting." Going to the movies is definitely a communal experience, but watching a play can be an intense experience because you are not simply escaping into a story as a passive viewer, you are in a theater with the actors, the presence making you a participant in the overall experience. Before the premiere of the film adaptation of August: Osage County at the Toronto International Film Festival last year, Letts expanded on this comparison saying, "There are a lot of people in a room [when watching a play] and everyone is a living person as opposed to an image that's already been shot. Meryl Streep is not in the house tonight, just her picture's up there, so it's a different experience." Movies allow for quick location changes and close ups of an actor's face, but the feeling of being in the same room with an actor is lost when it's solely their image on a screen – and that is where music comes in.
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SPRINGFIELD, Va. (AP) - Fairfax County police say they have found the scene where a 5-year-old Springfield girl was assaulted after being abducted over the weekend.
Officer Don Gotthardt, a police spokesman, says the area was in a wooded area near the girl's home in the 7000 block of Brocton Court.
Authorities say an unknown intruder broke into the girl's home on Saturday and took her from her bed. The girl's parents and 1-year-old sibling were asleep at the time. Police say the girl made her way back home shortly after 4 a.m. and explained what had happened.
Authorities say the girl was treated at a hospital for injuries to her upper body.(Copyright 2011 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.)


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#16 – The Neckbeard Development Hour
May 7, 2012
#16 - The Neckbeard Development Hour [ 1:26:12 ] Download
Synopsis: Merlin Mann says that podcasting is a first draft for thoughts – tune in to hear our first draft on the clash between the unstoppable force of the internet and the immovable object(s) of cable companies. But first we have some followup on Nintendo's nadir and Adam directs the Two Minutes Hate toward a particular 5by5 host. Finally, Paul Miller's uber nerd hipsterism draws Shadoe's ire.
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Posts tagged: Cathy McMorris Rodgers
Now there's no excuse to miss the State of the Union address, nor the potentially Eastern Washington-centric GOP response.
The Spokane Valley City Council has cancelled its Tuesday evening (Jan. 28) meeting, which otherwise would have been getting under way about the same time President Barack Obama is set to begin addressing the nation.
Following the State of the Union address, the nationally televised Republican response will be given by U.S. Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers of Spokane.
Both addresses are set to be carried by all major TV networks. The State of the Union is set to begin at 6 p.m. Pacific Time.
The Spokane Valley City Council is scheduled to next meet on Feb. 4.
Michelle Schimmels, special education teacher at McDonald Elementary School, works with first-grade student Cooper Brummett during recess March 29. SR photo/Dan Pelle
Good Monday morning everyone. Let's start off the week by taking a look at some highlights from Saturday's Valley Voice. Reporter Lisa Leinberger has a story in McDonald Elementary School special education teacher Michelle Schimmels, who recently received a Meritorious Service Award from the Central Valley School District after seven different people nominated her. She works with high needs children and was lauded for having a way of understanding what the children need.
Community gardens are booming in Liberty Lake. The city recently finished adding 12 raised garden beds to its garden at the arboretum. There are also 11 raised beds at Rocky Hill Park and demand has been high. The city provides everything except the seeds.
The Spokane Valley City Council had a special meeting last week with Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers. They used their time to lobby for help in getting the final bit of funding to replace the west Sullivan Bridge and to ask about moving the Bridging the Valley railroad overpass projects back to the forefront.


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Wood Duck Nesting Box Brings A Variety of Avian Visitors
Logan, a PA Brookies graduate and Assistant Team Leader, shares his experience with the wildlife found right in his backyard! It is amazing the variety of species that make use of his wood duck boxes.
I am lucky enough to be able to look out my window and have a nice view of our half-acre pond. We have several Wood Duck boxes that we built and maintain, and each year we have several pairs of Wood Ducks that nest and raise their young.
We also have nesting Mallards, Black Ducks, and Green Herons. This past spring we replaced an old Wood Duck box with a new one, and it seems like it has become a very popular place. In addition to the Wood Ducks, this year a hen Hooded Merganser, a Kingfisher, and a Canada Goose all decided that the top of our Wood Duck box was the place to be.
Just the other day, I came home from school to find a Screech Owl in the same box. I can't wait to see what visits next.
-Logan S.
Exploring a Career as a Wildlife Conservation Officer – Part 3
This blog post is the final installment of a three part series, written by Luke, a three year veteran of the Academy, who attended PA Bucktails as a student and Assistant Team Leader and PA Drummers as an Assistant Team Leader. He was asked to write a paper about a potential career choice, and decided to explore the aspects of being a Wildlife Conservation Officer.
Throughout this experience of learning about a specific career that I find interesting and would consider to pursue in a few years after I learn the basics of being a Wildlife Conservation Officer. I learned so much about the Wildlife Conservation Officer and their efforts to help the wildlife and create an equal opportunity for all of the ethical hunters and fisherman. I think this career just would be perfect for me since I love being in the outdoors, care about conservation, and am interested in criminal justice. Ever since I was little I knew I would not be good in a desk or cubicle job because I just love the outdoors so much. I hate being stuck inside all day, I would rather be outside on the lake shore or sitting in a tree just listening to the wildlife all around me.
This job is all about the outdoors, from being in it to protecting it, this job clearly deals with the outdoors. Being a Wildlife Conservation Officer would provide me with the opportunity to teach people the information I already know and what I have learned through this research process. I love informing the public on how to be a part of conservation or talk to them about specifics on one of my favorite topics, the White-Tailed deer. My whole life changed since attending the Wildlife Leadership Academy where I talked to so many knowledgeable adults who wanted to spend time with the other teenagers that were there with me. These adults opened my eyes to what I could do to teach everyone else in the world about the passion I have for the outdoors. This is why I feel that being a Wildlife Conservation Officer would be a great career for me.
Exploring a Career as a Wildlife Conservation Officer – Part 2
This blog post is the second of a three part series, written by Luke, a three year veteran of the Academy, who attended PA Bucktails as a student and Assistant Team Leader and PA Drummers as an Assistant Team Leader. He was asked to write a paper about a potential career choice, and decided to explore the aspects of being a Wildlife Conservation Officer.
Throughout many experiences in the outdoors and talking with quite a few professionals I have realized that I would like to become a Wildlife Conservation Officer. It is a job that I have thought to be interesting and something I could see myself doing. This job has interesting aspect about it that I just think would be so fun and enjoyable to do as an adult. Everything about being a Wildlife Conservation Officer sounds so intriguing and amazing. These men and women are somewhat overlooked and need to be recognized for their service to our wildlife and forests. The job of being a Wildlife Conservation Officer is great for someone who loves the outdoors, cares about conservation, and is interested in criminal justice.
As a Wildlife Conservation Officer, the person has to really enjoy the outdoors and being in the wilderness. The primary goal is to stop poaching or at least slow down the number of poaching kills. To begin with, if the Wildlife Conservation Officers do not try to stop the illegal activity of poaching there will be no animals for the ethical hunters who are hunting properly. Also, they regularly walk through the woods to try to find traces of a poacher and follow leads on poaching. To add, wildlife Conservation Officers work in natural parks and game preserves and they check licenses for proper usage. An example of this would be during hunting season to make sure each hunter has the proper licensing and is hunting the right species in the correct season. These police officers of the woods need to be aware because of the ever present wildlife and people. Additionally, people can be armed with a gun or knife because they just finished or are hunting. We need these men and women to protect our natural resources, so to make sure they are safe, the Wildlife Conservation Officers are issued a gun and a knife for self-protection. The Officers patrol back roads, rivers, and hiking trails. The Wildlife Conservation Officer is essentially a police officer but protects wildlife, fish, and other resources instead of just people. Undoubtedly, all of these points culminate into one main theme and that is the love and interest in the outdoors that a person needs to possess to be a Wildlife Conservation Officer.
"In order to be a Wildlife Conservation Officer,
one has to show that they care about conservation."
The Wildlife Conservation Officer does a lot of work dealing with restoring conservation and making sure conservation rules are followed. A Wildlife Conservation Officer checks fishing licenses so that lakes and rivers do not get overfished. These men and women work with the community and visit schools to talk about endangered species. It is recommended to take biology or wildlife conservation in college to understand some laws and tactics of conservation.
A Wildlife Conservation Officer also deals with a lot of criminal justice so to be one a person would have to be interested in criminal justice. This career again is basically a police officer but with some differences. As a Wildlife Conservation Officer someone would track down illegal importations and exportations of federally protected fish and wildlife. Also someone would arrest or ticket illegal hunters or fisherman for hunting out of season or the illegal taking of fish or game out of season. There are also forensic investigations conducted in the case of a murder or a poaching kill. The uniform of a Wildlife Conservation Officer looks similar to that of a police officer just a different color. Just like a police officer, a WCO wears a uniform with badges and patches. Another parallel is that as a Wildlife Conservation Officer someone would carry a gun and a knife for protection from angry individuals and charging wildlife. A WCO also drives issued trucks, atv's, or even fly a helicopter if needed for a search or patrolling. Obviously, criminal justice is a big part of being a Wildlife Conservation Officer so you have to want to be in the criminal justice field.
In conclusion, the job of being a Wildlife Conservation Officer is great for someone who loves the outdoors, cares about conservation, and is interested in criminal justice. Being a Wildlife Conservation Officer is a job that revolves around conservation and the outdoors. In a sense these men and women are put in this position so that all outdoorsmen and women and the public can enjoy the wildlife and fish that inhabit our country. These people are the only protection the animals have, so the job really is great for our ecosystem so that it can function properly. These dedicated men and women make hunters and fisherman ethically hunt and fish so there is opportunity for all.
Exploring a Career as a Wildlife Conservation Officer – Part 1
This blog post is the first of a three part series, written by Luke, a three year veteran of the Academy attending PA Bucktails as a student and Assistant Team Leader and PA Drummers as an Assistant Team Leader. He was asked to write a paper about a potential career choice, and decided to explore the aspects of being a Wildlife Conservation Officer.
As a young child I was growing up as a follower of my dad and his passion for the outdoors. He would always take me fishing and I could not wait until the next time my dad took me out. I learned the true meaning of conservation and how to make it work. I was taught to never leave a trace in the outdoors. As I rose through the ranks of cub scouts I found myself fully fledged and followed my love for the outdoors and went into the boy scouts, which culminated in the rank of Eagle Scout. My scoutmaster always made us do a police line to clean up a campsite once the trip was over. One Boy Scout trip that I remember in particular is when we went to Mammoth Park and we stocked trout. That is when I realized that I would really enjoy a career in conservation. The moment when I was handed bucket and helped a younger scout release the trout was quite eye opening and very enjoyable.
In the summer of 2012 I attended my first year at the Pennsylvania Wildlife Leadership Academy and got to talk to many impressive adults that are wildlife professionals. I decided on becoming a Wildlife Conservation Officer after I talked to a few that were talking to us at the academy. In March I was lucky enough to go to the Penn State deer pens on main campus and tour the facility. The students that were talking to us asked us what the disease was in a picture of a deer. I remembered back to the necropsy we did back at the Academy and I answered the question as tuberculosis and was correct. I realized that I knew so much about deer and how they exist and what they do to be able to show my potential in a career dealing with the people who hunt them or research them. To go back to the Academy I had to do a daunting task of speaking in front of others about my experience and teaching the public. After I did a few outreaches I noticed that it wasn't an issue to speak anymore and I gained a lot of points that I needed if I wanted to go back to the Academy. In 2013 I found myself at that camp again as an assistant team leader ready to help others and also talk to others about my career.
Once again I was with the Wildlife Conservation Officers and immediately knew that I wanted this job. I love the outdoors so I figured that this job would be perfect since it is all about the outdoors.
Through this project I would like to learn the details of how a Wildlife Conservation Officer goes about day to day jobs and tasks. Also, I would like to know the rules of the outdoors and what kind of authority they carry. I would like to know the average salary and if it is enough money to support a nice lifestyle. Additionally, I would like to know where and how long to go to college. I expect to learn all of these answers by completing this project.
I will focus my research on the day to day tasks of a Wildlife Conservation Officer and how they complete each of those tasks. I will also research which colleges I should apply to and how long I have to attend the college. Plus, I will find out whether or not there is additional schooling after the college. My research questions are is there jobs out there in PA or do I have to move? If I have to move where do I have to move to? Is there anyone that is willing to talk to me about this? Is there anyone willing to be interviewed for this project? My final question is, is the career the correct one for my future?
Bird as Guardian Angel
Guest contributor, 11 year old Novella, shares a story about a startling experience she had in which a bird came to her rescue. She reminds us that nature can be both fascinating and a little frightening!
There are different things that make me afraid. I am afraid when I watch scary movies, I am also afraid of snakes. Last summer I had a little incident with a snake. This is how it all happened. I was spending the summer at my Grandparent's house. I got bored so I went swimming in my Grandparents pool. After about an hour I got out of the pool and was drying off on the cement. After I got done drying off, I started to do some cartwheels in the grass. On a post about three feet away from me was a bird chirping its head off. I really didn't pay attention but when it didn't stop I thought "is it trying to tell me something". I looked around but didn't see a single thing. I thought I might jump back into the pool. It was a very hot summer day and it was very humid so I thought I could use another dip in. I thought I could wait to go back into the pool and just lie in the grass and watch the clouds float by. That's when all the craziness started. I heard a hissing sound coming from about a foot away. I just thought it was something making a strange noise.
The bird was now chirping super loud. I tried to have it stop but it wouldn't. I saw its gaze look from me to the ground and back. I looked down and screamed the loudest scream I could. Right there only about a foot away from me was a rattle snake. It was slithering through the grass and was hissing as it went. My Grandpa rushed out of the house after hearing me scream and he immediately knew what it was. He told me to walk over to him quickly. I didn't walk I ran as fast as my legs could carry me. I was petrified. My Grandpa called up his friend and they worked hard trying to get the snake out of the yard. They eventually were able to get the snake out of the yard.
I was very grateful that I wasn't hurt and that nobody got hurt trying to get the snake out. Something horrible could have happen if that bird was not there to basically save me from that snake. So next time I see that bird if I ever do, I will give it a whole lot of bird seed.


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Jason Verrett has everything you would want in an NFL cornerback – fluid hips, a great burst and a cool nickname.
The only thing Verrett doesn't have is size.
A 5-foot-9, 189-pound former Texas Chrtistian standout, he is quick to point out several other short-statured defensive backs who've had success in the NFL.
"Captain Munnerlyn, Brent Grimes, Tyrann Mathieu – all those guys are Pro Bowl-caliber guys and make a lot of plays," Verrett said Wednesday. "Being that they're about the same stature and size, it only motivates me even more to make plays on the field."
Verrett potentially could be the Panthers' replacement for 5-8 Munnerlyn, who signed with Minnesota in March after five seasons in Charlotte.
Verrett, the co-Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year last season, was upset the Panthers did not formally interview him at the NFL scouting combine. Verrett believed his coverage and tackling skills made him a good fit for the Panthers' Cover 2 scheme, and hoped to talk to them.
Verrett got his chance when Don Gregory, the Panthers' college scouting director, and secondary coach Steve Wilks flew to Fort Worth, Texas, in March to work out Verrett the day after TCU's pro day.
It turned out to be Verrett's only private workout before he had shoulder surgery March 17 to repair the torn labrum he played through during his final season at TCU.
"Definitely if Carolina wants to take me, I'd love to be out there," Verrett said during a phone interview from his family's home in northern California. "I felt like I killed the (dry erase) board work. I understand their defense and their scheme and places where I would fit, whether it's in the nickel or even on the outside."
Verrett is projected as a late first- or early second-round pick. Because of Verrett's height, most draft analysts believe he'll start his career as a nickel back lined up against shorter, slot receivers.
Munnerlyn followed a similar path before emerging as a starting corner for the Panthers, who did not match the three-year, $11.25 million contract he received from the Vikings.
"Even though they lost him, he had a tremendous year last year," Verrett said. "I feel like in that Cover 2 scheme where we're playing a little bit of zone, a little bit of man and a little bit of trail – a couple things I can understand easily – it's going to be hard for me not to make plays."
Verrett made plenty of plays at TCU after a difficult debut. In his first game with the Horned Frogs after transferring from a California junior college in 2011, Verrett gave up a couple of big plays to Baylor quarterback Robert Griffin III.
RGIII threw for 359 yards and five touchdowns in Baylor's 50-48 win, launching his Heisman Trophy campaign and leaving Verrett feeling despondent.
"I didn't want to give up and walk away from the game. It was more so just frustration that I gave up two big touchdowns, and then one on a trick play," Verrett said.
"I was down on myself. It allowed me to mature and learn a lot more about the game – as a corner, learning there's times when you're going to get beat and learning how to handle those. It was a tough game, a tough moment, and a tough week. But I was able to bounce back those last two years."
Verrett led the Horned Frogs in 2012 with six interceptions and 16 deflections. Over the past two seasons, no defensive back in the country had more pass breakups than his 38.
Along the way, he held his own against the likes of Louisiana State's Odell Beckham. Verrett limited Beckham, one of the top receiving prospects in this year's draft, to one catch while he was lined up against him.
Verrett ended his TCU career by holding Antwan Goodley, Baylor's leading receiver, to one catch for 12 yards. The corner known as "Feeva Island" had come full circle.
Verrett said his high school friends used to call him J5 because his first name had five letters. Five became Feeva, which became Feeva Island – not unlike the "Revis Island" handle of New England Patriots corner Darrelle Revis.
"One day I might even try to trademark it," Verrett said, laughing.
Verrett will be in New York for next week's draft. And while he is expected to be chosen after top corners Justin Gilbert and Darqueze Dennard, Verrett doesn't see himself slipping to the second round.
"If it's in the first round I'm going to be happy, even though pick 32 will probably be a long time sitting in the green room," he said. "But once that phone rings, I'm going to be crying tears of joy."
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Book your room at Hua Hin Mantra Resort
Deluxe Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds, Sea ViewMax Occupancy: 4 guests (up to 3 children, 1 infant)
Deluxe Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds, Garden ViewMax Occupancy: 4 guests (up to 3 children, 1 infant)
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Family-friendly resort with an outdoor pool, in Hua Hin (Nong Kae)
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Simply enter your Nectar card number when prompted. Your points will be credited 30 days after you return from your trip.*Offers may apply
This resort is located in Hua Hin (Nong Kae), near the airport, Cicada Market, Wat Khao Takiab, and Hua Hin Beach. Also nearby are Hua Hin Beach and Wat Khao Krailas Temple.
Resort Features
At Hua Hin Mantra Resort, recreational amenities include an outdoor pool and a spa tub. The resort also features a poolside bar and a swim-up bar.
Room Amenities
Televisions come with satellite channels. Guestrooms also feature complimentary wireless Internet access, sofa beds, and refrigerators.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!
At your hotel
At your hotel
In addition to an outdoor pool, Hua Hin Mantra Resort provides a spa tub and a children's pool. Dining options at the resort include a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the resort's bars, which include a swim-up bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. A computer station is located on site and high-speed wireless Internet access is complimentary.
This 3.5-star property offers access to limo/town car service and meeting rooms. Event facilities measuring 1399 square feet (130 square meters) include a conference center. This family-friendly resort also offers a nightclub, a rooftop terrace, and a terrace. For a surcharge, the property provides a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours), a theme park shuttle, and a shopping center shuttle. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Hua Hin Mantra Resort has designated areas for smoking.
- 24-hour front desk
- Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
- Supervised childcare/activities (surcharge)
- Airport transportation (surcharge)
- Total number of rooms - 49
- Bar/lounge
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Coffee/tea in lobby
- Coffee shop or café
- Complimentary newspapers in lobby
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Elevator/lift
- Express check-in
- Express check-out
- Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
- Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Free Wi-Fi
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Designated smoking areas
- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
- Computer station
- Children's club
- Laundry facilities
- Limo or Town Car service available
- Meeting rooms
- Multilingual staff
- Nightclub
- Parking (limited spaces)
- Rooftop terrace
- Garden
- Terrace
- Picnic area
- Poolside bar
- Porter/bellhop
- Luggage storage
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Direct access to private beach
- Free parking nearby
- Train station pickup (surcharge)
- Conference space size (meters) - 130
- Conference center
- Snack bar/deli
- Conference space size (feet) - 1399
- Free self parking
- Number of buildings/towers - 3
- Spa tub
- Children's pool
- Outdoor pool
- Swim-up bar
- Wedding services
Stay connected
Available in all rooms: Free Wi-Fi
Available in some public areas: Free Wi-Fi
Park your car
Free self parking, Parking (limited spaces), Free parking nearby
In your room
- DVD player
- Separate sitting area
- Lanai
- Ceiling fan
- Air conditioning
- Phone
- Refrigerator
- Minibar
- Complimentary bottled water
- Daily housekeeping
- Private bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Complimentary toiletries
- Hair dryer
- In-room massage available
- Slippers
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Rainfall showerhead
- In-room childcare (surcharge)
- Desk
- Iron/ironing board (on request)
- Television
- Sofa bed
- Rollaway/extra beds available
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Separate dining area
- In-room safe (laptop compatible)
- Satellite TV service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Room service (limited hours)
- Individually furnished
- Individually decorated
- Pillow menu
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Cribs/infant beds (complimentary)
Eat and drink
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Bay Leaf Restaurant - Overlooking the pool, this restaurant specializes in Thai cuisine. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Maya Pub and Karaoke - This karaoke bar serves light fare only.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a spa tub are on site.
- Manicures and pedicures
- Massages
The fine print for Hua Hin Mantra Resort
When you arrive
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age is 18
When you leave
Check-out time is noon
How you can pay
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
No pets or service animals allowed
- Gala Dinner on 13 April for extra person: THB 1,000 per adult, THB 500 per child
- Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee
We should mention
This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. A fee for a mandatory gala dinner on 13 April is included in the total price displayed. The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation. No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.


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Nov. 29 (Bloomberg) -- The United Arab Emirates is investing in U.S. Treasuries again and affirmed its policy of keeping the dirham pegged to the dollar.
"Now we do invest in U.S. Treasuries because the circumstances changed and we changed our decision," the U.A.E. central bank governor, Sultan Nasser al-Suwaidi, told reporters in Abu Dhabi today. The dollar peg "has served our economy, there are up and downs, but these ups and downs will not change the situation."
In July, the U.A.E central bank said it didn't hold Treasuries or other financial instruments issued by the U.S. government due to their "very low" return. The country, like Saudi Arabia and others in the Persian Gulf, is building up foreign-currency reserves with oil trading at an average of $95 a barrel this year.
"Most of the revenues for the region are in U.S. dollars, and their imports are in U.S. dollars, so in that sense parking money in U.S. assets hasn't lost its rationale," Jarmo Kotilaine, chief economist at Jeddah-based National Commercial Bank, said in an interview today. "Investors are becoming nervous about the euro. They are looking at the alternative, and that leaves the U.S. and frankly not much else, in terms of deep liquidity and easily tradable markets."
Yields on 10-year U.S. debt have dropped below 2 percent, from a 2011 high of 3.74 percent in February.
Oil exporters raised their combined ownership of U.S. government debt by 6.7 percent from a year earlier to $230 billion in September, according to the Treasury's website. Foreign assets held by Saudi Arabia's central bank rose 21 percent from a year earlier to 1.95 trillion riyals in October.
The U.A.E. and Saudi Arabia are among five members of the Gulf Cooperation Council that keep their currencies pegged to the dollar. Kuwait links its dinar to a currency basket.
--With assistance from Dana El Baltaji in Dubai, Saudi Arabia. Editors: Heather Langan, Ben Holland, Karl Maier.
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Pros: Very good and nocely build lamp. 3000lm is sales **, but it gives a lot of light nevertheless. Driver isn't very nice and i **. Read more
Pros: + Very bright and powerful - maybe not as powerful as car's headlights, but more powerful than scooter light + 5 diodes meaning less stress + Accepts +12V input + Price + No useless "medium" and "SOS" modes + Wide flood, with 30-50% intensity, and good throw in the center + Light, doesn't rock ... Read more
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a lot of light for the money if you own the nessecary battery pack; it is a great support especially for offroad nightbiking maybe the lamp is too big for some cyclists; maybe the heat management is not perfect; maybe to heavy for some handle bars so that the lamp could swing up and down other people ... Read more
Linterna principalmente usada en ciclismo, de noche ilumina mucho, incluso más que las motos 49cc, es una verdadera ganga. Muy buena compra, no me arrepiento La duración de la batería, apenas encendida a tope dura unas 3 horas, se tiene que cargar en casi cada salida El peso de la misma ... Read more
Very bright. Nice casing. It might be great light for camping, hiking, outdoor, jogging, multisport, but turn out does not cover my needs. Modes not as advertised! It is: Lo->Mid->Hi. Strobe mode does not exist, and this is what i was looking for. I was going to use on e-bicycle so careless pedestrians ... Read more
Considering the price, this is a good deal. There is nothing to comment regarding component's quality. The CNC aluminum housing and the mirror finish is well made. The driver circuit is clean and all electronic parts are well fitted and welded. I didn't measured yet the full load current but I think ... Read more


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Monday, October 6
|1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
|Technical Workshop
Readying North American Ports for LNG Infrastructure Development
Room 261
|With swiftly approaching ECA compliance regulations, North American port authorities and HHP experts provided essential information on codes, safety considerations, real estate requirements, permitting steps, project timelines, and more for both land-side LNG plant development and water-side delivery of LNG by bunkering barges. LEARN MORE »
|2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
|Technical Workshop
LNG Plant Development: Strategy, Timeline, and Key Considerations
Room 267
|The creation of an LNG production facility may be the best way for HHP operations to ensure adequate fuel supply at the lowest long-term price. This workshop examined the key steps and timelines associated with LNG plant development—from identifying and purchasing an ideal site, to permitting, construction, start-up, and operation. LEARN MORE »
Tuesday, October 7
|9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
|Technical Workshop
Navigating Project Development: Key End-User Considerations for HHP Project Planning & Optimization
Room 267
|This session taught strategies to properly plan and execute your next natural gas-powered HHP project in order to deliver the fuel cost savings needed to achieve the ROI required by your company. Industry experts advised on high-level project planning, engine and technology selection, and fuel supply logistics, as well as permitting and safety considerations for the deployment of natural gas equipment and the procurement of natural gas fuel. LEARN MORE »
|11:30 a.m. - 11:40 a.m.
|Conference Welcome
La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom
Erik Neandross, Chief Executive Officer, Gladstein, Neandross & Associates
|11:40 a.m. - 12:00 noon
| Opening Address
Moving America by Land and by Sea: How Natural Gas is Changing the High Horsepower Game
La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom
|Marty Durbin, President & Chief Executive Officer, America's Natural Gas Alliance
|12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m.
|Opening Luncheon
La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom
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|1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
|Keynote Address
La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom
Tana Utley
|Tana Utley, Vice President, Large Power Systems, Caterpillar
|1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
|Plenary Session #1
Partnerships, Investments, and Progress: Today's HHP Reality
La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom
From new LNG production plants to multi-vessel deployment projects, hundreds of millions of dollars are being invested in natural gas projects throughout North America. The excitement and enthusiasm of prior years is now being translated into real, tangible, and sizeable investments made by partners working together to advance their individual projects and the industry as a whole. Senior executives from the projects leading the natural gas HHP sector presented, together with their partners, on the criteria that made the business case to begin transitioning to natural gas, the importance of their respective strategic partnerships, and other considerations and lessons learned along the way.
MODERATOR: Erik Neandross, Chief Executive Officer, Gladstein, Neandross & Associates
|3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
|Networking Break
2nd Level Lobby
3:30 p.m. - Breakout Session #1
|3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
|Breakout Session 1.1
Case Studies: LNG Vessels Hitting the Water
Room 267
Though the abundance of domestic natural gas is a key driver for all of the HHP industries, the marine sector is seeing additional incentive in the form of fast-approaching Emission Control Area (ECA) requirements in North American and European coastal waters. As natural gas offers the most economical way to meet these standards, the past year has seen a dramatic increase in the number of marine end users evaluating and confirming plans to construct new vessels that operate partially or entirely on LNG. Various marine vessel owners and operators (i.e. end-users) highlighted the major advancements and investments being made within this sector, the partnerships that have been critical to these initiatives, expected outcomes and definitions of success, expected net cost savings, and these companies' plans for the future.
MODERATOR: Cliff Gladstein, President, Gladstein, Neandross & Associates
|3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
|Breakout Session 1.2
Drilling Engines & Conversion Kits: Optimizing Fuel Cost Savings
Room 276
Drilling operations across North America continue to make the switch to natural gas powered rigs, as proven engine technology and cost savings become too enticing to ignore. This session taught attendees about the latest developments in natural gas powered technology from industry leaders, who joined us to showcase their innovative dedicated and dual fuel engine and conversion kit availability. Presenters detailed key considerations needed to maximize diesel displacement and get the most fuel cost savings in daily operations.
MODERATOR: David Ross, Vice President of Demand Development, EQT
|3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
|Breakout Session 1.3
Case Studies: Pressure Pumping Powered by Natural Gas
Room 261
Attendees gained invaluable insight from pioneering companies that have tested and operated natural gas powered pressure pumping equipment in the nation's shale plays. End-users shared their 'start to finish' experience as they discuss the decision making process to identify the right technology for their project, real life operational challenges, actual fuel cost savings, and the partnerships that have led to successful projects.
MODERATOR: Dean Purcelli, Senior Vice President, Business Development, Stabilis Energy
|3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
|Breakout Session 1.4
Rail Fueling: Tender Cars Finally Leaving the Station
Room 279
Despite rising interest in LNG and CNG locomotives, there have been considerable obstacles to the transition of rail operations from diesel to natural gas. Regulation is struggling to catch up with the industry as these projects move forward, where standards for LNG transport has not previously existed. Those joining us for this discussion included the key industry players who are working hard to overcome these roadblocks and are proving natural gas rail viability through pilot projects. This session highlighted the progress that has been made to facilitate the shift to natural gas locomotives, as well as the work that is still necessary for the industry to advance these projects from the testing phase to full scale deployment. Topics included tender car design, fueling network build out, and the establishment of safety regulations to advance the industry.
MODERATOR: David Branyon, Staff Engineer, Design and Development, Southwest Research Institute
|3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
|Breakout Session 1.5
Mining Operations: Unearthing Opportunities for Cost Savings
Room 272
Open-pit mining operations offer tremendous opportunity to reduce fuel costs and emissions through the substitution of diesel with natural gas. This session included engine manufacturers and fueling solution providers working to advance the use of natural gas in mine haul trucks and on-site power generation, as well as highlighted end-user case studies of mining companies testing these technologies within their own operations.
MODERATOR: Ilya Kogan, Application Engineer, GE Mining
|5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
|Expo Hall Grand Opening & Welcome Reception
Hall G
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Wednesday, October 8
|7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
|Continental Breakfast in the Expo Hall
Hall G
Sponsored by Air Liquide
|9:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
|Day Two Welcome Remarks
La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom
|Joel Feucht, General Manager of Gas Engines, Caterpillar
|9:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
|Opening Address
World and Regional Liquid and Gas Prices and Markets
La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom
|Dale Nesbitt, President, ArrowHead Economics
With HHP equipment asset lives typically in the 20 to 40 year range, a fundamental question for end-users making the transition to natural gas is: what will happen to the petroleum/natural gas fuel price spread we see in the market today? Attendees heard from a global energy expert with 40 years of experience studying and advising on these issues. Given the already limited capacity of North American refineries, the impact of the North American ECA (which will require commercial marine vessels to switch to a refined petroleum product in 2015) on other large consumers of diesel such as the railroads, mining companies, and E&P companies was also addressed.
|9:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
|Plenary Session #2
Navigating the Regulatory Environment for New HHP Applications
La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom
As industry is pushing ahead to take advantage of the multiple benefits provided by natural gas power for their operations, federal regulatory authorities are working hard to ensure that the proper standards are in place to govern these applications. Attendees heard directly from leading authorities responsible for providing the codes, standards, and safety regulations governing the various rapidly developing natural gas HHP sectors. Updates were provided on current and future standards, and strategic guidance was offered to help navigate the regulatory compliance and approval processes while these standards are put into place.
MODERATOR: Roy Bleiberg, Director of US Gas Solutions, American Bureau of Shipping
|11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
|Keynote Address
La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom
Lorraine Bolsinger
|Lorraine Bolsinger, President & Chief Executive Officer, GE Distributed Power
|12:00 noon - 2:45 p.m.
|Networking in the Expo Hall
Hall G
3:00 p.m. - Breakout Session #2
|3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
|Breakout Session 2.1
Marine Bunkering: Fueling Solutions for Whatever Floats Your Boat
Room 267
As natural gas for domestic marine operations becomes a closer reality, various strategies have emerged to supply LNG to these vessels. Session participants discussed the various options, including dock-side fueling via tanker truck, bunker barge delivery, direct loading from a dock-side LNG plant, or other similar strategies. Panelists helped attendees navigate LNG production, fuel sourcing and delivery, regulatory and safety requirements, and other key considerations in the development of a natural gas fueling plan.
MODERATOR: Joe Annotti, Senior Associate, Gladstein, Neandross & Associates
|3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
|Breakout Session 2.2
Drill Rig Fueling: A Well of Reliable Resources
Room 276
As oil and gas exploration and production continues to increase domestically and globally, so does the demand for reliable fuel to power drilling operations. Fuel and refueling infrastructure providers featured ground-breaking and cost-effective methods to introduce LNG, CNG, and/or field gas into E&P engines, in addition to discussing optimal fueling solutions that are best suited for each unique project. This session showcased case studies where methane that would otherwise be flared is being captured and turned into high quality LNG and/or CNG for use by nearby rig operations.
MODERATOR: Madhukar Puniani, Business Development Manager, Parker Hannifin
|3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
|Breakout Session 2.3
Pressure Pumping Engine Optimization: Fracturing Your Fuel Costs
Room 261
The popularity of natural gas fuel use in hydraulic fracturing operations is on the rise, as evident by the increasing number of dual fuel and dedicated gas pressure pumping technologies seen in the field. This moderated discussion gave attendees the opportunity to educate themselves on the latest product developments, critical operational considerations when comparing and selecting these products, and other important factors required to optimize diesel fuel substitution and thus fuel cost savings. Product experts addressed the factors that contribute to varying substitution rates, including engine load as well as the source, quality, and type of fuel utilized.
MODERATOR: Patrick Couch, Project Director, Gladstein, Neandross & Associates
|3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
|Breakout Session 2.4
Case Studies: On Track for the Long Haul
Room 279
Nearly all of the North America Class I railroads and many short line railroads have considered and/or announced natural gas locomotive project efforts. While there are many moving pieces to these projects, if alignment can be found, natural gas locomotives potentially offer significant fuel cost savings to a railroad that burns copious amounts of diesel fuel each year. As an added benefit, these natural gas locomotives will dramatically improve the environmental performance of these railroads and possibly provide a cost-effective approach to meeting upcoming Tier 4 emission standards. While significant regulatory uncertainty still exists in this sector, leading North American railroads are working to further evaluate the tremendous opportunity potentially provided by natural gas locomotives. This panel of leading North American locomotive companies provided updates and perspectives on these exciting developments, overviews of their work with the FRA on safety standards and regulatory certainty, and their respective plans for the future.
MODERATOR: Brian Dracup, Senior Director of LNG Tender Program, Westport
|3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
|Breakout Session 2.5
Powering Industry Beyond the Pipeline
Room 272
In areas where natural gas pipelines do not exist, natural gas can still be a viable fuel source to meet the needs of industrial operations requiring power generation. Fuel providers can extend the "virtual pipeline" to provide LNG and CNG for remote end-users, significantly reducing the costs for operations where diesel has previously been the only option. End-users and fuel-providers highlighted real-world case studies and review key considerations in the development of an off-pipeline natural gas project.
MODERATOR: Brent Haight, Editor & Publisher, Diesel & Gas Turbine Publications
|4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
|Networking Reception in the Expo Hall
Hall G
Sponsored by GNA
Thursday, October 9
|7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
|Continental Breakfast in the Expo Hall
Hall G
Sponsored by Air Liquide
|9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
|Plenary Session #3
Fundamentals of Natural Gas Procurement, Pricing Strategies, Contracts, and Risk Mitigation
La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom
Though the upward trend in natural gas production and usage is apparent, the process of buying natural gas is not always so clear. An end-user in any sector knows that the process of purchasing LNG is different from that of other petroleum-based fuels, but how exactly does a customer go about buying natural gas for their operations and what are the key considerations for such a transaction? During this final plenary session, industry experts explained the basics of fuel sourcing; natural gas fuel pricing options; procurement strategies; delivery and measurement considerations; key contract terms; and price risk and risk mitigation options. As part of a rapidly growing and evolving industry, attendees learned directly from industry experts on how to master the basics of purchasing natural gas for your HHP operation.
MODERATOR: Greg Roche, Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Cosmodyne
10:30 a.m. - Breakout Session #3
|10:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
|Breakout Session 3.1
LNG Vessels: Design to Delivery
Room 267
With the influx of interest in natural gas powered ships and the rapid development of LNG marine projects in the North American market, natural gas engine and equipment technology providers are seeing a surge in demand for a variety of vessel applications. These panelists, including representatives from classification societies, engine manufacturers, LNG tank and fuel system suppliers, and other equipment providers, specialize in the natural gas marine industry and can ensure that your project runs as smoothly as possible from vessel design to delivery. These panelists discussed their ability to help end-users navigate the selection of engine and fuel types, and to optimize diesel displacement in order to maximize operational cost savings.
MODERATOR: Mark Masor, Naval Architect and Project Manager, Gibbs & Cox
|10:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
|Breakout Session 3.2
Case Studies: Groundbreaking Drilling Operations
Room 276
Drilling operators are seeing significant economic and environmental advantages to converting diesel operations to dual fuel or dedicated natural gas equipment. This session offered an insider's perspective from companies that have made commitments to use natural gas. Attendees gained firsthand information on the key business decisions considered in making the conversion, the partnerships required to initiate the conversion process, the initial steps and ongoing operational considerations required to realize success, the net cost savings realized by the operation, and these companies' plans for the future.
MODERATOR: Charlie Riedl, Director, Market Development, America's Natural Gas Alliance
|10:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
|Breakout Session 3.3
Fuel Delivery to Frac Spreads: Pump Up the Savings
Room 261
In shale plays across the country, there exists a clear upward trend of natural gas displacing diesel to power pressure pumping engines. This expert panel discussed both the advantages and challenges to establishing infrastructure and delivery methods, all while maintaining the high power output necessary for these operations. Each project requires a unique approach depending on location, quality of the regional gas, and other requirements. Fuel solutions discussed included the use of CNG, LNG, or field gas based on a variety of factors.
MODERATOR: Ian Patterson, Sales Director - Americas, JC Carter
|10:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
|Breakout Session 3.4
Rail Engines & Retrofits: Crossing Over to Natural Gas
Room 279
Though the adoption of natural gas by the rail industry has been slow-going, in part due to regulatory uncertainty, equipment manufacturers have been moving quickly to produce commercial natural gas powered locomotive technology to meet significant anticipated demand. Major developers and modifiers at the front lines of this exciting technology provided the latest updates on engine performance and projections for the future of this burgeoning industry.
MODERATOR: Bill Vantuono, Editor-in-Chief, Railway Age
|10:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
|Breakout Session 3.5
No Pipeline, No Problem: Delivering Natural Gas to Remote Locations
Room 272
For island inhabitants and remote populations, high fuel costs have always plagued power production for both industrial applications and utility power. Natural gas delivered via a virtual pipeline in either liquefied or compressed form can significantly cut costs associated with power generation, relieving both manufacturers and ratepayers with expensive energy bills. Leading industry players and end-users discussed how natural gas can offer significant environmental and economic benefits for areas where diesel is the dominant fuel and natural gas delivery has traditionally been impossible.
MODERATOR: Bobby Cushman, Director of Global LNG Sales, Taylor-Wharton
|12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m.
|Networking in the Expo Hall
Hall G
|1:00 p.m.
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Damn, did you see the moose knuckle on that old geezer? If his pants weren't hiked up to his armpits them nads would be dragging the dirt.
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