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Another season has come and gone, and so too has another quality goaltender from the city of Nashville. With Dan Ellis ready to start the next chapter of his career in Tampa Bay, the current state of Predators goaltending sees a wide open door for Mark Dekanich or Chet Pickard to walk through in an attempt to jump-start their NHL career. The team's well-nourished goalie life cycle simply continues to thrive in perfect balance and harmony.
Backed by spectacular coaching and consulting from Mitch Korn, dissecting Nashville's depth chart comes with much clarity. Let it be known that Korn is considered one of the most effective teachers of all time. His ability to give each goalie – regardless of age or stage in their development – an arsenal of mental and technical tools before a season begins constantly produces positive results. Tomas Vokoun, Chris Mason, Ellis, Pekka Rinne…all very different goalies, all very successful in their own way.
As of today, the onus is currently on former Colgate goaltender Dekanich to come to training camp prepared to secure the backup role and begin his NHL career. Follow his Twitter feed at @dexshow and look at just how hard he's working in the weight room this summer. The guy is an iron-pumping machine and he's fully committed to winning the job. He knows there are no guarantees and his tweets are great insight to the sheer work ethic a goalie must have if they want to break into the NHL.
That being said, if simplicity continues to be the staple of Predators goaltending, having Dekanich fill the open void behind Rinne makes perfect sense. Not only is Dekanich a good fit for that 20-game backup role, it also allows Pickard to establish himself as a true AHL workhorse and gives Anders Lindback a place to play in North America, a job which he is certainly ready for.
The trickle-down effect that comes from this training camp is also crucial for the futures of Jeremy Smith and Atte Engren. Smith and Lindback will most likely duel for the backup role in Milwaukee, while the loser heads to the ECHL. Engren is slated to stay in Finland with TPS Turku for another season to defend his championship. Dissecting which goalie ends up where is not as clear as the Dekanich-Pickard duel, but our gut says "look out" for Lindback. Smith might be more deserving of the AHL gig, but it's impossible to pass up what Lindback could bring to the organization in regards to long-term success. He's barely scratched the surface of his potential and this is why he will probably be playing in North America this year. He can hang and thrive in the AHL.
As you all know, I love to see teams instill confidence in their prospects by showing faith in their ability to take that next step, regardless of age or experience. A team never knows what they have until they unleash a goalie's power across the league. And in that regard, Nashville is in a special place, for they could create this positive tone with more than one of their prospects.
1. Being a bigger goalie, Pekka Rinne takes away a majority of the net. What do you see as his greatest strengths and weaknesses?
Rinne's strengths are his quickness, mobility, footwork and active stance. His lanky presence is truly an added benefit, as this allows him to butterfly with ease while still taking away a lot of space in the upper corners. Another one of his strengths is a very straight back, which makes him very well-balanced and mobile on his knees. I love how he focuses on the puck extremely well, especially when giving up a rebound. He has great tracking ability and when you have a goalie with that core set of talents, you'll find that he's rarely out of position. If he does get caught off his angle, he has the foot speed to transfer his weight quickly and get his body, or a piece of his body behind the puck. He can make huge desperate saves thanks to his swiftness and lanky size.
I would say a few of his weaknesses are his focus, mental toughness, angles (depth) and hyperactive hands. I say his hands are a weakness (they are also a strength) because a lot of plays in which his hands should stay at home and tight to his body end up actively trying to grab or swat at something. He needs to show more patience and let the puck or play come to him. More specifically, I think he needs to work on making saves in a more positional manner. A goalie that is too active is moving too much, and a goalie that is moving too much is going to struggle to control pucks and maintain high levels of energy for 60 minutes. You always hear the phrase, "less is more" and this is what Rinne needs to accomplish mentally and technically in order to improve. Like most reflexive goalies, he also needs to improve his depth in the net and play above his crease more consistently. I think this is the year you will see that happen, as it comes with more experience for the skilled Finnish imports.
2. For Pickard, Dekanich and Lindback, who do you see having the highest upside? Who is most likely to be a starter?
I like Lindback's combination of size and skill and I feel he has the highest upside of the three. At the same time, he has much more work to do than Pickard. I think those two are both on track to be quality NHL starters. Pickard is more likely to be a starter before Lindback. Since Nashville churns out starters like smooth butter, both of their work ethics will go a long way in establishing which goalie is more valuable long term. It's tough to compare Lindback to Pickard without seeing Lindback compete in North America, so I think the key is to really watch for their unique traits and characteristics this season.
3. How awesome is Mitch Korn and just how much does he have to do with Nashville's ability to continue producing viable NHL goaltenders?
He has everything to do with the continued and consistent success of Predators goaltending. For a guy that has no pro playing experience, it's remarkable what he has accomplished since the 1980's. But what really sets him apart is that he's a wizard at motivating his goalies. He truly cares about making them better, so he develops awesome friendships with each and every goalie in the system. Korn's 20 years of experience brings a certain structured system to the team, so his ability to motivate and cultivate goalies through unique friendships puts him right up there with guys like Francois Allaire and Vladislav Tretiak.
Korn isn't just a goalie coach. He's a mentor and a father figure to the younger prospects. But to get more specific about his actual coaching strategies, he excels at providing instant video feedback, a regimen systematic approach to every on-ice session and drills that stress progressive skills development. His overall schematics for helping a goalie improve is custom tailored to each goalie. But one of the most beneficial aspects of working with Korn is his set of props and tools.
He takes on-ice drills to a higher level than most other coaches because of these props. Things like high shot deflection boards, low shot screen boards, mini pucks, white pucks and more help his goalies improve even when he's not able to be there. He'll put weighted wrist bands on a goalie's arms in order to strengthen their glove hands. He'll put a mesh bag over a goalie's mask to force them to "sense" the puck instead of seeing it. He tests all areas of the mind and the body and that is what truly makes him such an effective coach. Check out his website to learn more about these tools…I personally use white and mini pucks when working with my students and they're extremely effective.
Since Korn carries such an amazing reputation with him, every goalie he coaches or works with becomes a viable prospect. He probably has thousands of students under his tutelage over the years and has helped so many goalies in the past that Nashville will always develop prospects in the Top-100 Rankings. If you want to become a pro goalie, work with Korn. It's simple, really. But remember, it's not always sheer skill and ability that makes a goalie great. A lot of it is coaching and opportunity. In Nashville, you're guaranteed to have a great reputation around the league because of Korn's reputation. It all truly amazes me.
4. Does Pickard fit into Nashville's long term plans or is he going to be chasing the #1 spot forever? If Rinne is the man, what is the likelihood we see Pickard traded and how far away would that be? How many years away is Pickard from entering the NHL and making an impact?
Remember that no one goalie is more important than the system as a whole. Nashville won't change the way they manage their goalies. That being said, the book is still out on Pickard's future in Nashville. I don't think he will be chasing the #1 spot forever, but that depends entirely on Rinne's ability to keep improving and performing at his best. Pickard will either push Rinne for the starting job or, similar to Ellis, play well enough to warrant interest from other teams. And since Nashville always has someone else with great potential coming up the pipelines (Lindback, Engren), trading Pickard won't be a tough choice to make.
I see the latter happening (trade or free agency move) because Rinne is too good to lose the job, unless he gets complacent and falls off the tracks for an extended period of time. If that time frame gets to the point that Pickard can get into a good rhythm and steal a chunk of impressive starts, the Predators will have to make the same decision they've made many times before. One will stay, one will go. But both will be starters or 1A-1B goalies regardless of where they end up. I think Pickard would be three years away from a trade. So not the 2011-12 season, but the one after that.
5. What would your prediction be for games played, wins and shutouts this year for Rinne?
I think you'll see Rinne push for 35 wins, with a big influence on that number coming from the team's play in October and November. Nashville's defense has a recent history of struggling early and then coming together at the halfway point for a strong playoff push late. So if he has a really good start to the season, 35 wins is clearly in reach. I could see him pitching five or six shutouts. Expect close to 60 starts for Rinne, including almost every game in the final six weeks of the season.
6. Based on skill alone, where would Rinne rank compared to other NHL goalies?
Rinne is easily one of the top ten goalies in the NHL, but just outside of the top five. I think because he is still relatively early in his pro career, he isn't worthy of being ranked ahead of guys that are similar in talent level, but more experienced. For example, I would say Tomas Vokoun is very close in skill level to Rinne. They have similar traits that make them successful and Rinne's big advantage is size, while Vokoun's is clearly his experience and ability to stay strong when facing a heavy workload. So to rank Vokoun above Rinne is fair, as mental toughness, experience and sheer "term of dominance" clearly plays a role in overall ranking. Regardless of all those semantics however, Rinne is still easily one of the best "skilled" goalies in the league. He's flashy, he's quick and he's really active. It's fun to watch and he's only getting better positionally.
If you were to rank the best goalies that have only been in the league since 2007-08, Rinne, Rask, Price and Hiller are all very close in that regard. They are the best young studs in the league and Rinne is ready to reach for that next level.
7. What would stop Pickard from being the number one in Nashville? What are the biggest flaws that you see in his game? Is he a potential franchise goalie?
I think Rinne's longevity as a workhorse is the only thing keeping Pickard from evolving into an NHL starter. Pickard has to carve his own path, but Nashville will side with Rinne long term since he's already established. I think some of Pickard's flaws are his complacency and mobility. He's a bigger goalie that relies on his size to get body parts behind pucks. It's the polar opposite of Rinne, who tries to go out and stop everything. Pickard likes to let pucks hit him and then react from there. He's still capable of being a "franchise" goalie because Pickard has awesome durability and technique. When the foundation is there, anything is possible over the course of two or three seasons. So it's impossible to judge their ability's ceiling or floor. It really just depends on each and every game they play. I like his confidence level and his mental toughness but he needs to speed up his footwork if he wants to be effective in the NHL.
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Vokoun - that was a different ownership situation. At the time, Craig Leopold was still spending some doe on that team in the hope that a playoff team would stop bleeding him dry. After the year they acquired Forsberg and tried to go for it, they slashed their budget to 'slightly above salary floor' level, and Vokoun was one of the first contracts to go.
Ellis - You're right.
Rinne's current contract - the 2.8M he was paid last year is easily within their budget. The 4M he gets this year is probably about the highest they would want to do. They may have to pay more to him simply because none of their other goalies is ready, and that's why I agree with you they will resign him on a short term deal - though I think it'd be more like 3 years at 4.5-5M. It'll depend on how close they think Pickard will be but I think they will try to sign a contract with Rinne that ends a year after their starter ETA for Pickard, so that they can trade Rinne in the summer with a year left, that is, at peak value.
Then again, Niemi's inability to find a club this summer may end up lowering Rinne's demands, though he will not take a salary below the 4M he'll be earning this year, at least not on a short or mid length contract.
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I think you point is very accurate when it comes to salary for certain goalies and what Nashville can afford each season. And it could very well come true in the case of Rinne when his current contract is up, with Dekanich if he develops into starter material and with Pickard. But Vokoun and Mason and Ellis were all treated differently in relation to their specific situation.
Rinne is currently 27 years old, so when his contract is up, I could see him sticking around for another 1-year or two-year deal. But again, it depends on where Pickard is in his development.
Either way, your comment is super valid and something that definitely adds to the article so thanks for reading and posting it!
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Point is - when Pickard (or anyone else) gets to the point that they are ready to be NHL starters, i'm not at all convinced it won't be Rinne who's moved, even if he is the better goalie, as long as the new goalie is good enough.


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It flies by too fast.
Working on a project from home is an entirely new experience and I am constantly amazed at how different life can be and how much joy one might find in such adventure.
My working day has shifted and now I start about 10-11 am and work through until midnight and then spend hour or 2 in front of TV winding down and relaxing.
It is awesome.
However it is not without its dangers.
Another night I was lying on the couch in front of the TV trying to simultaneously watch a Sex shop infomercial and a documentary on another channel.
Sex Shop infomercial was trying to sell some sort of vaginal balls and remote operated dildos.
Vaginal balls are apparently great for a bladder control, a fact reinforced by a number of women all claiming that since they have been inserting three string connected balls into their thingies, they stopped wetting their pants- a fact not missed by me as I have made a mental note that, if I ever start wetting my pants I will give those balls a go. Still beats adult diapers.
In regards to the remote operated dildo, it was too prancy and festive, with shiny lights going off and doing some sort of a hula dance on a counter top as they were displaying its capabilities to the potential customers. In regards to its size I felt comfortable and reassured, but I am not convinced my penis can do all those moves, like swirl around, buzz and light itself from the inside.Eh. Well, second program I was watching at the same time was a documentary about this private agency in Rio De Janeiro and a bunch of girl detectives who were hired to prove that some businessman's son and heir was a coke addict.
That did not take them fucking long. As soon as one of the girls hit on him, he took her in his penthouse and did like five lines of coke in one go right in front of her camera. I lost interest after that, but the girls kept on getting together with him, because, I presume, they needed more evidence- just because someone pulls half a kilo bag of cocaine from their pocket and snorts half of it in one go, does not necessarily mean he's an addict.
But that is not the point to my story.While watching those shows, with the rest of my family deep asleep, I felt an itch in my left ear.
It was not that bad, but I was bored and I decided to get me some cotton swabs and take care of it.
However, my wife has this horrible habit of hiding stuff around the house from me, including my underwear and socks.
I looked at all the usual spaces but I could not find the fucking swabs, I would not dare to wake up my wife to ask, so I decided to improvise.
Much like MacGyver, I got me some paper and some cotton balls I have found on my swab hunt.
I rolled paper into a toothpick shape and rolled a piece of cotton on its end. Satisfied with my improvisation skills, I proceeded to pick my ear scratching the itch in the process.However, things got wrong.
When I pulled the paper pick out of my ear (which by the way lacked structural strength necessary to perform the intended job) little cotton ball was nowhere to be seen.
Long story short, many unsuccessful attempts to get it out of my ear later, I got enough balls to wake up my wife and asked her to get the little bastard out of my ear. In her half awake state, she decided that the best tool for the job would be a pair of tweezers she uses to pluck her eyebrows or whatever else.
Well, five minutes later little fuckers proved what they are good for. She managed to pluck all the fucking hair out of my ear, but the cotton ball remained elusive.
Then she used a "H" word. She said I should go to the Hospital to get it removed, as it could be dangerous to wait until the morning.That is when I started to freak out. Thought of hospital made me break at least three sweats, as it brought the memories of my last time there ( also with an ear problem, but not related to a cotton swab).
Anyhow, Shortening story again, I went to the bathroom, found one of those little brush toothpicks made to brush between your teeth, shoved it in my ear and managed to hook and pull the little cotton ball out.
Fuck, that was a relief!
Well, this story went for too long, moral here being that if you have a bladder leakage, you can fix it with a set of vaginal balls.I guess.
And now the drawing for this time.
It is a birthday card commission, for the time invested, it turned out OK I guess.
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Police say several unknown suspects confronted the couple early Tuesday and stole about $100 from Tommy Heads of Lancaster (LANG'-kas-tur). Heads was shot and died later at a hospital.
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26mi235 wrote:Not necessarily a good way to work and possibly largely irrelevant. What matters is the 'gradient', not the absolute points. You could give 2000 points for a good SP (e.g., 15m) and make the SP irrelevant by getting 10 more points for each meter because everyone would get about 2000 points.
I'll give you the notion that the 'gradient' is what matter. Having said that, I would still like the 1000-point mark in each event to be one not so easily achieved, so as to show a mark of a true world-class athlete in that event at least.
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More than 250,000 service members transition each year from the military to civilian life. These men and women are proven leaders and they have the skills and experience needed to be outstanding business leaders. And the figures prove it – one in seven veterans are self-employed or small business owners, and about one quarter of veterans say they are interested in starting or buying their own business.
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The Office of Personnel Management wants a small-business contractor to help it consolidate five of its data centers into a single commercial location.
OPM issued a request for proposals for the contract, which will be a 100 percent set-aside for small businesses.
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Girl Heart Person Valentine's Day Project
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Material List
- Ruler
- Scissors
- Pen (or Marker)
- Low Heat Glue Gun and Glue Sticks
- Creatology™ Foam Sheet – Red (2) and Pink (1)*
- Creatology™ Glitter Foam Peel & Stick Sheet – Silver
- Gem, Large
- Creatology™ Wiggle Eyes, Large (2)
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Cut red foam sheet to 8"x10½".
Print and cut out patterns (download below) . Use the large heart pattern to trace and cut a 5" heart out of the red foam sheet. OPTIONAL: Purchase a pre-cut foam heart to use instead.
Glue two large wiggle eyes to the face, as shown. Be sure to leave room for a smile.
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Cut eight 1" hearts (use pattern) out of red foam to use for the hands and feet. Sandwich the end of each pipe cleaner "arm" and "leg" between two of the hearts and glue together with hot glue. OPTIONAL: Use foam hearts with peel and stick backs instead of gluing them together.
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The Brainerd Dispatch sports department will announce its 2011 All-Area Volleyball Team and Player of the Year awards Nov. 19.
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(Nairobi, Samburu, Laikipia, Naivasha, Masai Mara, Amboseli)
(Serengeti, Ngorongoro)
A fusion of the finest game parks in Kenya and Tanzania, this tour offers unparalleled wildlife viewing in the classic safari style, with evening relaxation at traditional tented safari camps. A trip of contrasts, from the desertscape of Samburu national park to the hills of Laikipia, the lakes of Nakuru and Naivasha and the savannah of Masai Mara, the vast Serengeti and fabled Ngorongoro, to finish with Amboseli's views of Mt Kilimanjaro. This trip showcases the abundance and incredible extremes of Kenya and Tanzania. Photographers will revel in the stark lighting and great wildlife shots in Samburu. Enjoy a luxury tented safari experience at Sweetwaters camp in Laikipia, where you can visit Kenya's only chimpanzee sanctuary. The hippos of Lake Naivasha or the Rhinos of Nakuru. continue onwards to the world's top game park, Masai Mara, famous for its plains of predator and prey, and the annual wildebeest migration. Travel to the Serengeti which offers the most diverse game-viewing in Africa. Explore the Ngorongoro Crater, a Natural Wonder of the World, packed with herds of zebra, buffalo, antelope and wildebeest. Journey through Amboseli, known for its stunning views of Kilimanjaro and large elephant herds, before heading back to Nairobi.
While you are in the care of Kensington Tours, your safety and security are our number one priority. As such, in the unlikely event of serious illness or injury, all Kensington Tours clients are covered by "Flying Doctors" Insurance policy. This emergency evacuation insurance covers the cost of the evacuation flight back to Nairobi for treatment. This insurance policy however DOES NOT cover the cost of any medical treatment received. We highly recommend travel insurance for full coverage.
A privately driven vehicle will provide you with a transfer to and from the airport.
Situated in the trendy new Upper Hill financial district of Nairobi, Crowne Plaza Nairobi is the model of modern five-star elegance. The property embodies an ideal fusion of thoughtful design and indulgence, and comes ripe with opportunity to discover nearby Nairobi National Park to see big cats and giraffes at the Masai Mara game reserve. Earthy textures and dark wood throughout Crowne Plaza Nairobi evoke the wild plains and acacia trees of Kenya's big game reserves. The property offers a host of amenities and facilities including a luxurious health club, a stylish unisex hair salon, a 24-hour state of the art gymnasium, and an outdoor swimming pool. Five floors comprised of 162 Rooms, 13 Suites, and 29 Club Rooms are all equipped with the latest in technology, high speed complimentary Internet, Wi-Fi, minibar, in-room safe, tea and coffee facilities, and 24 hour room service.
This morning you'll meet up with your guide and head off to Samburu National park. The drive from the urban center of Nairobi, through the fertile highlands, the semi-arid frontier of Kenya is breath-taking and a great way to see the countryside. The drive will be about 5 to 6 hours.
Your skilled guide will take you on an afternoon game-viewing drive through the sandy Samburu desert region.
Samburu Simba Lodge is a relatively new lodge, situated in the Buffalo Springs National Reserve, part of the larger Samburu system. Removed from the beaten path of topical tourist circuit, the lodge is ideally located on the banks of the Uaso Nyiro River, the lifeblood of this arid area. All rooms and central areas have views of the river and the nearby waterhole, where large herds of elephants and other wildlife come to drink. The lodge has two luxury swimming pools, a restaurant and bar, curio shop and expansive conference facilities. Enjoy unobstructed views of game along the river banks and the waterhole from either your room terraces, at the lodge, or from restaurant.
Early this morning you'll meet up with your guide for your game drive. One of the amazing things about Samburu is that you'll most likely see species that are unique to this region. The Grévy's zebra (Equus grevyi), also known as the imperial zebra, is the largest species of zebra. It is found in the Samburu area as well as parts of Ethiopia. Compared to other zebras, it is taller, has larger ears, and its stripes are narrower. Grévy's zebra is considered endangered, partly due to hunting for its skin, which fetches a high price on the world market. It also suffers habitat destruction, human disturbances at water holes and competition with domestic grazing animals. There are estimated to be 17.000 Grévy's zebra still living in the wild. With luck, you'll see some today!
Another species unique to the Samburu region is the gerenuk. With luck, you'll see some while on your game drive. It's amazing to watch them stand on their hind legs to eat! The gerenuk (also known as Waller's gazelle) is a long-necked species of antelope found in dry bushy shrub and steppe in East Africa. The word gerenuk comes from the Somali language, meaning "giraffe-necked", and leads to its other common name, the giraffe-necked antelope.
This morning you will leave Samburu and drive to Laikipia. Along the way you will see amazing scenery as you drive through rural Kenya, spot Samburu villages and more as you drive. This drive takes about 2 hours.
You will have the option of visiting the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary today. The sanctuary is the only place in Kenya where this highly endangered and remarkably intelligent species can be seen.
The Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary opened in 1993 in a negotiated agreement between the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) and the Jane Goodall Institute. Here the animals are carefully nursed back to health and integrated into families. The chimpanzees live in two large groups separated by the Ewaso Nyiro River. Watch them romp and play, visit the local shop, or even sponsor a chimp!
Visitors to the Ol Pejeta Conservancy have free access to the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, which is open daily from 9:00am to 10:30am and 3pm to 4:30pm.
A sheltered oasis, clustered around a water hole and set in the pristine calm of the private Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Sweetwaters Tented Camp offers a charming blend of under-canvas ambiance and safari luxury. Located on the plains of Mount Kenya, the camp features39 luxury tents, each with its own private veranda overlooking the water hole. The central Rhino Restaurant is housed in the former manager's house of this once colonial farm, and offers both regional and international cuisine. Also within the house is the Kashoggi Bar and lounge, which centres on a blazing log fire. The Waterhole Bar, built in the style of a game-viewing hide, overlooks the waterhole and offers unrivalled wildlife-watching.
Your guide will drive you from Laikipia to Lake Naivasha, through the rift valley. This drive will take about 5 hours.
Sign up for optional activities on-site. Activities include Crescent Island boat tour, hiking and day trip excursions to Mt Longonot and Hell's Gate, or simply walk along the lakeshore and relax at your lodge.
*Activity fees vary and are paid on-site to the lodge and/or park authority.
Like an African castle in the sky, Sopa Lodge Naivasha spins wondrous safaris from natural treasures below the golden Kenyan sun. It is situated on the southern shores of Naivasha, the largest freshwater lake in the Great Rift Valley. Let this dazzling resort of 21 cottages prepare you for mouth-dropping silence. Feast on the succulent meats and preparations of the hotel's talented chefs. Allow your eyes to indulge in the scenery and wildlife that draws so many to visit this hotel, built for open views of nature's activities at their most untouched. Make sure to wander around the compound. You will be enchanted by the fine architecture, cathedral ceilings, and grand windows. Stroll around the gardens, and take a swim. It's hard to leave this heavenly escape.
Your guide will drive you from Naivasha to Masai Mara. This drive will take about 5 to 6 hours. Drive times may be longer in the rainy season (April to early May and November). Stop for refreshments and souvenir shopping at roadside stands along the way or head straight to the park. Enjoy game viewing as you enter Masai Mara and drive to your camp.
Head out this afternoon, accompanied by an experience tracker-guide, on an exciting game viewing adventure. Search some of the area`s wildlife hot-spots determined by your guide, as they`ve learned and now understand the games daily routines through tracking. Some wildlife is more difficult than others to spot, for instance the Leopard. These spotted cats blends almost seamlessly into the tall grass and shrubbery, and are even more challenging to spot up in their favorite hangout, the trees. Your guide will take you to nearby watering holes, where on a hot day, you`ll spot many bird and wildlife species, including the elusive Leopard.
Nestled against a wooded thicket and surrounded by savannah, Mara West combines luxury accommodations with the breathtaking adventures of an unforgettable African safari. Luxury Chalets are perched in secluded spots on the edge of the Oloololo Escarpment, offering guests both panoramic views of the Masai Mara Game Reserve below and a sense of exclusive privacy. The camp is home to resident herds of gazelles, impalas and zebra, as well as an abundance of bird life, and is visited regularly by a variety of wildlife passing to and from the park. The stunning beauty of the Mara, the uninterrupted grazing of the antelope, the night calls of the bush babies, and the early morning chorus of songbirds, all this, combined with the comfortable and tasteful ambiance of the camp, is part of the Mara West experience and what makes it a unique paradise for nature lovers.
The famed Masai Mara Game Reserve was named after the indigenous inhabitants of this land, the Maasai, and the provider of life to the area, the Mara River. Game viewing is almost guaranteed at some point along the Mara River, and your experienced tracker-guide will know all the best spots to go to maximize this chance to see some of the many bird and wildlife species here. Have your camera handy, as some amazing photo opportunities will present themselves from elephants on the river banks to hippos in shallow water.
On today's afternoon game drive the choice is up to you: search for the Big 5 or expand your horizons to discover something different. Masai Mara not only has a rich mix of animals – it also has an incredible array of bird life with almost 450 different species.
Just like the local wildlife, you`ll head out bright and early this morning, alongside an experienced tracker-guide for the day's first game drive. The eco-diversity and sheer size of the Masai Mara Game Reserve provides the necessary requirements to house a wide range of animal species. The most recognized are known worldwide as the African Big 5 which includes the African Elephant, Cape Buffalo, Rhinoceros, Leopard, and the King of the beasts, the Lion. The term Big 5 was coined by big-game hunters as these species were the most difficult and dangerous to track and hunt. Subsequently the term was adopted by the tourism industry for marketing purpose, spinning a web of positivity opposed to the negative effect portrait by the original terminology. Numerous other species of bird and wildlife inhabit this dynamic location including Hyenas, Gazelles, Impalas, Giraffes, Zebras, Vultures, Cranes, Eagles, Falcons, and Ostriches.
You`ll depart the Masai Mara Game Reserve today in a privately driven vehicle with guide and travel towards the Isebania border crossing. Upon your arrival, your guide will arrange the necessary documentation for your entry into Tanzania.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be aware that for portions of this LONG drive, specifically through Kenya, the road may be unfinished and rather rough. Upon entry into Tanzania, you`ll notice an improvement in stability and comfort as roadway heading toward the Serengeti National Park is newly paved. The approximate travel time can range between 6 to 9 hours depending on road conditions, traffic and weather.
When traveling across the Kenyan-Tanzanian border a few things must occur. Upon arrival to the Isebania Border Crossing, you will switch vehicles and guides according to the country you'll be entering. You will be required to purchase a Visa; for Kenya it's a per person cost of 50$ USD, and for Tanzania it's a per person cost of 100$ USD for American Citizens and 50$ USD for all other Nationalities.
Please Note: Visas must be paid in USD, and in CASH. No bills can be older than 2006 as a local counterfeiting safeguard. A Single entry Visa is valid for 3 months and can be used for multiple entries into Kenya and Tanzania. It is also required that you have your Yellow Fever certification handy upon crossing.
Upon arrival to the Isebania Border Crossing, you will switch vehicles and guides according to the country you'll be entering. You will be required to purchase a Visa; for Kenya it's a per person cost of 50$ USD, for Tanzania it's a per person cost of 100$ USD for American Citizens and 50$ USD for all other Nationalities.
Please Note: Visas must be paid in USD, and in CASH. No bills can be older than 2006 as a local counterfeiting safeguard. A Single entry Visa is valid for 3 months and can be used for multiple entries into Kenya and Tanzania. It is also required that you have your Yellow Fever certification handy upon crossing.
Upon crossing the Isebania Border from Kenya into Tanzania, you`ll continue in your specialized, Tanzanian guided and driven vehicle towards the Serengeti Game Park. An optional stop at for a boxed lunch by Lake Victoria or cultural visit to a local fishing village can be scheduled. For those whom do not mind the long haul, the option to head straight to the park without stops can be done as well. Have your camera handy, as you enjoy some game viewing upon entry into the park whilst traveling to your Serengeti based lodging.
Mbugani Camps provides the most intimate connection to nature, settled in the heart of one of the world's finest game parks. This camp offers an intimate connection to nature in this world famous park. With a maximum of 8 tents, staff are attentive to guests' needs and eager to please. Three main meals are served each day in the large canvas dining tent overlooking the plains. The classic safari tents feature campaign furniture and canvas wardrobe. Located in the Grumeti area, the camp is ideally situated for game drives along the river or head out into the park for the whole day and visit central Serengeti, known for its population of lion, leopard and cheetah. This is a rare opportunity to experience a classic tented camp experience. Fall asleep to the sound of animals outside; enjoy drinks by the fire as you watch the sun set over the plains.
This morning's African adventure begins with an exploratory game drive through Tanzania's oldest and most recognized National Park, the Serengeti. This dynamic location offers the most expansive game viewing in Tanzania, and considered by many as the best for game viewing location in all of Africa. From predators to prey, great herds of grazing herbivores to tactically cunning packs of carnivores, life on the plains of the Serengeti can best be defined as a complete "circle of life." A photographic dream unfolds before your eyes as giraffes and elephants feast on tasty shrubbery, whilst impalas, gazelles and buffalos dance carefully through the plains as to not become the latest meal for on-looking lions, cheetahs and hyenas.
Spend today searching out Impala, one of Africa's most beautiful and graceful animals. Previously thought to be part of the gazelle tribe, Impalas have been found to be so different that they are now classified as their own sub-family status. When frightened or startled the whole impala herd starts randomly leaping to confuse their predator. They can jump distances more than 10 meters (33 ft) and 3 meters (9 ft) high. Leopards, cheetah, lions and wild dogs prey on impala. Impala can reach running speeds of approximately 50 to 55 mph (80 to 90 km/h) to escape its predators. See if you can track these incredible animals!
This African journey continues as you board a privately driven vehicle, accompanied by a local tracker-guide for your visit to the overwhelming large Ngorongoro Conversation Area. You'll depart the Serengeti National Park grounds at a somewhat slower pace as to get in some more game-viewing. An optional stop at the Olduvlai Gorge is highly recommended, where at the Serengeti Welcome Centre you'll have an opportunity to marvel at a panoramic view of the surrounding area from the lookout point. A stop for a picturesque picnic is also scheduled during this journey. Upon your arrival into the conservation area, you'll head towards your overnight accommodation whilst taking in the overwhelming size of the Ngorongoro crater. The approximate travel time may vary between 5 to 6 hours depending on weather conditions and accounting for the amount of stops you've made along the way. During the heavy rainy season, longer travel times should be expected.
The massive Olduvai Gorge or Oldupai Gorge is often referred to as "The Cradle of Mankind." Beginning in the eastern Serengeti plains, the gorge is roughly some 48 kilometers long. As a result of millions of years of natural erosion, this gorge boasts a steep-sided ravine which cuts and stretches its way through the Great Rift Valley along eastern Africa. The gorge is named after a commonly used plant by the Masai people with the scientific name of Sansevieria-Ehrenbergii, or Oldupai for short.
Enjoy a picnic lunch (included in tour price).
The aim at Bougainvillea Safari Lodge is to provide guests with something different: Simple homey comforts at a reasonable price. The property, located on the outskirts of Karatu town about midway between Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater, is home to 24 cozy cottages set within well-manicured gardens. The lodge has very strong community ties, fully staffed by locals who are happy to offer you true Tanzanian hospitality and a warm welcome.
You are provided with a personalized, experienced tracker-guide and private transportation today whilst exploring around the Ngorongoro National Park grounds.
Explore one of the most recognized wildlife conservation areas in Tanzania today. Depart your camp or lodge in a privately driven vehicle, along with a local expert guide, for approximately a 20 to 30 minute drive towards the Ngorongoro Park Gate. It will then take you another 20 minutes to reach the crater rim itself. The Ngorongoro Crater is the world's largest inactive, intact, and unfilled volcanic caldera. This geological masterpiece was formed as a result of an extremely large volcanic explosion which caused the volcano to collapse in on itself, thus creating a crater. The crater is roughly 20 kilometers wide and some 2000 feet deep, making the trip from crater floor to rim around 45 minutes by 4x4. The extremely fertile crater floor is the reason why there is such a highly concentrated amount of wildlife here. Over 20000 mammals call the crater home, including some of the only remaining black rhinos in the world. The crater floor also boasts one of the highest carnivore densities in the world including large prides of lions, packs of hyenas and solitary predators like cheetahs and jackals. A keen eye and expertly recommended search patterns from your guide may help you spot some of the less common species like leopards, servals, and bat-eared foxes.
On this journey, you will make a brief stop-over in Arusha for some shopping and refreshments. You will pass over the Namanga border crossing when leaving Tanzania to enter Kenya. Be aware that portions of the road on this drive are unfinished and bumpy. At the Namanga border where you will meet your Kenyan guide.
Upon reaching the Namanga Border Crossing, make a quick stop to switch between Kenyan and Tanzanian guides and vehicles before continuing on your safari.
Visas can be purchased at the border: for Kenya it's a per person cost of 50$ USD, for Tanzania it's a per person cost of 100$ USD for American Citizens and 50$ USD for all other Nationalities. Please Note: Visas must be paid in USD, and in CASH. No bills can be older than 2006 as a local counterfeiting safeguard. A Single entry Visa is valid for 3 months and can be used for multiple entries into Kenya and Tanzania. It is also required that you have your Yellow Fever certification handy upon crossing.
Upon arrival to the Namanga Border Crossing, you will switch vehicles and guides according to the country you'll be entering. You will be required to purchase a Visa; for Kenya it's a per person cost of 50$ USD, for Tanzania it's a per person cost of 100$ USD for American Citizens and 50$ USD for all other Nationalities.
Once you're through customs you will switch vehicles and meet up with your Kenyan guide who will take you to Amboseli.
This afternoon you'll meet with your guide and head into Amboseli National Park. The park is famous for being the best place in Africa to get close to free-ranging elephants among other wildlife species, and its other attractions include opportunities to meet the Masai Tribe's people. On a clear day, you'll also have spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest free-standing mountain in the world.
You'll be up early this morning as you meet up with your private guide and driver for your game drive in Amboseli Park. Depending on how lucky you are with your viewing you'll usually be out in the park for a few hours before returning to the lodge.
Take time for an early game drive or head directly to Nairobi before your international flight. The drive will take approximately 4hrs
The opportunity to explore the local markets and shops presents itself today as so you can interact with the local vendors in search for the perfect handicraft or souvenir for yourself or your loved ones.
Before leaving that night, stop by the Kensington office for free use of Internet and lounge. If you like, we can make reservations for dinner at a local restaurant as well. Please let us know in advance and if you are vegetarian.
Depart from Nairobi international airport - end of itinerary.
Set in 200 acres of private land, and with a rustic charm all of its own, Sopa Lodge nestles in the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro. Among a canopy of indigenous thorn trees, Acacias, fragrant Frangipanis, colourful bougainvillea, and giant cacti, the cottages meander through the vast expanse of the property's mature gardens. Housing 83 guest rooms, the cottages are vibrantly decorated with Masai themed wall murals, and each room has been purpose built to contain either one or two queen sized beds, as well as an atmospheric veranda. The dining room features a menu of Pan African and continental cuisine within warm and welcoming surroundings with exceptional hospitality.
JoyceHorgan ,
November 08, 2012
"I am a world traveller and this was one of my Top 3 vacations ever! Kensington Tours did a great job with EVERY little detail, from the planning to being met and catered to every step of the way. Our favorite lodges were Tau Pan in the Kalahari, Botswana & Moon Mountain in Sossusvlei, Namibia. We especially loved the Batswana people and all the animals we saw at Camp Moremi on the Okavanga River. The highlight of our trip was actually our stay in Swakopmund when we stayed on the South Atlantic & went for an exciting boat ride to see all the sealife up close and personal (like a seal coming onboard the boat!), a rollar coaster dune ride in a 4 X 4!! the balloon ride over the red sand dunes over Namibia and several champagne brunches in the middle of the desert. Also, will never forget all the sundowmer game drives which ended with our favorite cocktail, watching the sunset with wildlife close at hand!
Unforgettable. Thanks Ivona for planning it all!"
MarkMasterson ,
October 26, 2012
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October, 2012
Re: Steven Weru Kinyua, Kenya tour guide
We recently returned from a wonderful 8 day tour of Kenya with Steven, he is an exceptional individual. But one example: As we returned to the Samburu lodge from our first game drive, Steven pointed out a young, sick-looking lion in the shade of a tree. We observed it momentarily and soon returned to the lodge for dinner.
The next day Steven mentioned he had reported the weak young lion to the local Samburu ranger. Steven explained that due to the arrival of a new alpha male in his pride the young lion had likely been chased out before he was able to hunt for himself. He further explained that the young lion would be welcome back in a week or two, if he were alive. I pursued the full story w/Steven. The ranger Steven had reported the weak lion to had been unresponsive, indicating he would do nothing. Steven, unsatisfied w/that response told the ranger to report it to the Head Park Ranger, or he would. The Head Ranger agreed with Steven's analysis of the situation; bought 10 kilos of meat for the young lion; and directed his staff to feed it appropriately.
Steven understood the workings of that lion pride, and has an exceptional knowledge of all the wild animals of Kenya. Furthermore he has a passion for their well-being. He would not accept a lazy, disinterested response from the local ranger. During our trip in Kenya I had occasion to speak to groups of secondary school students. I related Steven's actions as an excellent example of a Kenyan's knowledge, passion and commitment.
One day Steven pointed out a cheetah. We saw the cheetah w/a young impala in its mouth. After the cheetah had choked the young impala, Steven explained the mother cheetah was calling her cubs --it was thrilling to see the 3 cubs come tearing across the plain creating a mini-dust storm in their wake. The mother gave the kill to her cubs. Steven explained they had to learn to open it up. Shortly she sent them off the kill, twenty paces or so, then froze, looking westerly. A lion, smelling the kill Steven explained, was moving off to the north about a 1000 yards away. Intent on the lion the mother cheetah remained frozen in place (as we're the cubs, mimicking their mother). After the lion passed the mother called the cubs back to the kill. Not 15 minutes later the lion came back, followed by yapping jackels, this time moving off to the east of the cheetahs. As soon as the lion appeared, the mother cheetah repeated her previous actions, sending off the cubs and freezing over the kill, intently watching the lion. Steven explained that the jackels were distracting the lion from the kill, knowing if the lion found the kill, nothing would be left for them. Again the lion passed off to the southeast, never able to find the cheetah kill.
This summary highlights events that played out over a 90 minute period. In that time several tourist rovers and vans came, took pictures of the cheetahs, and left. None of those tourists had a complete explanation of the scene that was playing out before us. Game-viewing w/Steven is a rich experience, a clear cut above the average.
In our time w/Steven we had lengthy conversations about the pluses and minuses of grass-burning, the challenges of maintaining wildlife corridors, park encroachment by locals, roadway underpasses for big game, etc. in addition we discussed ukabila and other political challenges facing Kenya. Steven Kinyua is an exceptional Kenyan guide. He has a wonderful sense of humor, and made our Kenya safari a wonderful learning experience we will cherish for years.
Mark Masterson, Ed.D."
Avi J.Moskovitz ,
February 03, 2014
"We finally returned from the most magical vacation in Morocco and we cannot thank Lily and Kensington Tours enough!! This trip was beyond amazing and we are so appreciative for everything done to make this trip happen last minute for us!
We had a spectacular tour guide that spoke 8 languages, Ismail, and the friendliest and warmest driver, Said, whom made the experience absolutely phenomenal! Not only did we learn and see, but we laughed, danced, ate like pigs, kissed camels and snakes, ran in the Sahara desert under the stars, and enjoyed life - which is the best gift of all!
Avi J. Moskovitz & Armando Silva
EbonyHoskins ,
October 18, 2013
"I am so happy that I used Kensington Tours to help with my dream trip to Cape Town South Africa. I was looking for a well respected tour company that planned private guided tours that was not going to cause me my leg, lol. I begin searching companies by reputation and value. I narrowed it down to Kensington Tours because of the quality and value. I felt taken care of prior to my departure due to the detailed itinerary.
From the time of got off the plane to the time I headed back to the states, I was in excellent hands. The service was EXCELLENT! I will definitely use Kensington again. Certainly, a trip of a lifetime!"
DeborahEastland ,
October 29, 2013
"My husband and I have just returned from the trip of a lifetime in Egypt. The sites were amazing and overwhelming. Everything was as promised. We had the most amazing pyramid view and Nile view from our hotels. Our itinerary included the most magnificent sites and we were accompanied by the most informative and friendly people. I highly recommend visiting Egypt. It is totally safe. Thank you to everyone at Kensington for this experience. It was so beyond our expectations!"
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October 31, 2013
"From our greeter, who whisked us through customs in Johannesburg, to all our excellent drivers, guides and associates in Lions Sands, Cape Town and the wine country, everyone was highly professional, well dressed, well mannered, and well informed. Overall our tour worked like a superbly designed, technically perfect Swiss watch. An experience for the ages. Bravo!"
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October 29, 2013
"This was a trip of a life time for me and I was never disappointed. Sylvia listen to me and give me exactly what I wanted in the way of a photo Safari as well as full tour of Cape Town and the wine country. I never had to wait one minute for a guide or any of the transportation provided. The people I dealt with along the way could not have been more courteous and friendly. I just cannot say enough about my experience with Kensington Tours, it was fabulous! "
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October 24, 2013
"I have travelled all my life. I've combed much of Europe, from The arctic north in Norway to the streets of Seville in Spain, the beaches of Cannes and Nice in France and the medieval heart of Bologna in Italy. I've been on two African safaris (one tented, one not), both "luxurious." I've been on more than a dozen jaunts to India, some guided, others not. Over the years I have discovered that I had rather be lost and disoriented in a foreign country than submit once again to the unbending schedule of a guided tour. Hence I had given up tours of any kind, until Molly Kelly, an American Express travel agent, suggested I might want simply to list the places my friends and I wished to see in Morocco then let Kensington Tours make accessing them in an orderly way not only possible but thoroughly enjoyable as well. And this Kensington Tours did. They pulled our disparate destinations together and designed a far, far better route than we could ever have done on our own. They satisfied all our requests and threw in delicious additions, areas of interest we had never considered or even heard of. Our accommodations were well within our means and wonderful. Our guide and driver, not to mention our Mercedes SUV, could not have pleased us more. In other words, thanks to Molly and her recommending Kensington Tours, we had a sensational holiday. "
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September 05, 2013
"Africa had always been a myth in mind since I was child that was up until a week ago. I just returned from an epic safari adventure! Kenya, Tanzania and the Maasai are sorely missed.
Words cannot fully express the magic of this ever-flowing journey. It was awe-inspiring, breathtaking, free and powerful. My mind keeps playing tricks on me; thinking rather hoping that I'm going to see a giraffe cross a busy NYC street :)
The memories will resonate for a lifetime. To boot, I went on this trip solo; female traveler. Not sure any of it would have been possible w/out Kensington Tours!!! Thank you..."
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July 12, 2013
"I had a wonderful trip visiting the mountain gorillas in Uganda. We were able to get really close to the gorillas and watched their interactions with each other. The local people are so gracious and made every minute a delight. The accomodations were great. I loved waking up in the morning to the sounds of the forest. The added luxury of a massage was a great way to end the trip!"
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It's frightful even for many trained divers and rescuers. Your vehicle has left the road and plunged into a waterway. You're sinking quickly and wondering if and how you'll get out alive.
What you do during the next minute will likely determine whether you survive.
"Get out and get out quickly," said Capt. Dave Baer of the Marco Island Police Department. That escape is often through a window, which may need to first be broken, he said.
Special tools are needed and can be purchased online, in hardware stores and in auto parts stores, commonly for about $15. They should be mounted in sight and in reach, not hidden in locked compartments, experts advise.
Vehicle submersions have been reported at least a dozen times in Collier County so far this year. Three of them occurred in or very near Fiddler's Creek in Naples just north of Marco Island. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that Florida had the highest number of fatal accidents involving immersion in the country in 2009. Roads lined with canals and developments with ponds and lakes are particularly prevalent in Collier County.
"I'm a trained diver and it's still really unnerving," said Baer of the specter of being trapped in a vehicle under water.
The number one rule: Don't panic.
That's what helped survivor Gerry Paolini, of Isles of Capri, when he crashed his brother's truck into a lake at Fiddler's Creek.
"I'm just glad I didn't freak out," said the 25-year-old as he stood on the side of Collier Boulevard that rainy evening in August.
He had his driver's side window down at the time he lost control of his truck. So, for Paolini, the common struggle of finding an exit was alleviated. However, in some cases, electronic windows will automatically go up when the electronic system fails.
Preparation for such a life or death situation is paramount and that includes having the right tool for the job, Baer said. There are several tools sold in hardware stores, auto parts stores and numerous websites. They range from $10 to $30 with most being about $15. The hammer should be aimed toward the corner of the window.
Baer personally has two tools. He keeps a ResQMe Mini Life Hammer on his key chain and the full-size Life Hammer in his car. Both tools will cut through a jammed seat belt and shatter a side or rear window.
Also, being familiar with the interior of your vehicle in the dark is helpful as visibility decreases in water and disorientation can easily occur if the vehicle flips, area fire rescue officials recommend.
Online survival tips can be contradictory and confusing. That is because no two situations are exactly alike, Baer explained.
The worst available advice is to wait before attempting to escape. Several sources suggested that when sinking quickly it's best to wait until the water fills the vehicle completely. That's not sound advice, according to Baer and Gordon Giesbrecht, a Canadian scientist who has conducted numerous experiments on such scenarios.
Open the window. The first action to take in a vehicle submersion is to open the window. Then, release the seat belt. Assist any children, letting them out. Then, get out as soon as possible and swim to safety.
Tips to make these steps most successful include opening a window that is against the direction of the water flow and keeping a hand on the door or other reference point to avoid disorientation. If disoriented, look for light or release air to observe bubbles floating upward.
Some people experience a gut reaction to close their window upon impact with the water, as if that will keep water out of the car. This won't help.
Windows need to be open for escape and the electric control likely won't work.
The ability to escape by breaking a window with a key, high heel, stee toe and other common objects are myths, according to Discovery Channel reports through its TV show "MythBusters."
"If you're trying to use brute force, you're doing it wrong," said Baer. "You'd be surprised how resilient car windows are... I've seen police hit them with batons, night sticks and they don't break."
Next, get your seat belts off. People may not be comfortable teaching their children how to get out of their safety seats, Baer said, yet he recommends they do just that to prevent a delay.
Don't bother calling 911. You need that time to get out. A common response in an emergency is to call 911. However, this may actually decrease the odds of survival, according to a study by Giesbrecht and Gerren K. McDonald on automobile submersions. The study was published in the August 2010 journal Aviation, Space and Environmental Medicine.
"In the case of vehicle submersion, valuable time is wasted as it likely takes more than 60 (seconds) to make a cell phone call and provide details and directions," Giesbrecht reported.
That one minute exceeds the time that most vehicles remain floating, he said.
"Also, 911 response protocols should be developed specifically for vehicle submersion cases in which the operator should focus attention on instructing the victim that they must open or break the windows and exit the vehicle as quickly as possible," Giesbrecht said.
Paolini, whose truck went down into a Fiddler's Creek lake, made sound decisions when he left his wallet and cell phone behind without thinking about it.
Many of the circumstances surrounding the Nov. 2 death of Mary J. Catania, 58, who crashed her vehicle in a another Fiddlers Creek pond, remain unclear. The Florida Highway Patrol and the Collier County Sheriff's Office have declined to release the 911 tapes at this time citing an ongoing investigation.
Radio reports on that evening indicated that dispatchers lost contact with Catania shortly after her stating that the water was rising above her waist. That water then rose to the roof as rescuers attempted to locate her.
Do not bother trying to open the door. As long as the water level has risen even to the bottom of the door, the pressure will be too great to open it. Also, attempting to smash a windshield will be fruitless, experts warn.
Even being prepared won't remove the horror, Giesbrecht told Canada's Globe and Mail in August. Giesbrecht published the results of more than 100 vehicle submersions, including 30 in which he was the one who was submerged to test escape methods.
"I got such a scare that first time," Giesbrecht said.
He had a scuba tank right next to him, but it was small comfort.
"I'd been preparing for this moment for months and it was all I could do to get out. For the average person, this would be tough," he declared.


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