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Mornin'! It's hard to believe June's biding adieu today. Time sure flies when you're having fun. How can you not have fun when you live at the Shore? There will be plenty of fun at the Shore this upcoming Holiday weekend. I'm lining up all the fun possibilities as everything will be in the mix. That could even be some dancing as the ol' knee is finally beginning to really feel better as I just past the 2 month mark since knee surgery. June ends with a perfect summer day as it's starting out with the Sun coming over the cloudless horizon and temperature at 69°. Temps will be seasonal in the lo-mid 80's with low humidity and a W-NW breeze at 10-15mph. It'll be sunny all day. It'll be a perfect day at the Shore! Outside fun today?...you can count on it. High tide:7:28a.m.; Low tide:1:12p.m.; Ocean temp: 76°; Sunset: 8:28p.m.
Mornin'! It's 74°, cloudy and breezy (westerly winds at 10-18mph) this summer morning. The breeze will shift later coming off the sea. The clouds aren't allowing the Sun to do its grand entrance first thing this morning, but it's coming. It'll be sunny today with temps going into the low-mid 80's. Humidity's 89% but lower than yesterday. Should feel more comfortable today and tomorrow before the next round of heavy, humid, heat pays our island a visit just in time for the holiday. So far, the weekend is looking A-OK, albeit warm. High tide:7:01p.m.; Low tide:12:27p.m.; Ocean Temp: 75°; Sunset:8:28p.m. Summery hump day = Beach day!
Mornin'! It's 74° in Wildwood as the sun's breaking on through. Beginning at dawn...skies were foggy and overcast, but the sun's finally showing it's big ol' self as the clouds are making way. We're going to see a mix of sun and clouds again today. As the forecasters are calling it..."Partly Sunny/Cloudy" day. Speaking of clouds, there will be clouds hanging around mostly all day bringing in some scattered showers and/or thunderstorms (sometime this afternoon)...40% chance. It's going to be warm and humid with temps going into the mid-80's and humidity near 80%. Winds are null as I blog but later will waft in from the SE at 10-15mph. High tide:6:18p.m.; Low tide:1:14a.m.; Ocean temp:75°; Sunset:8:29p.m. My guess would be NOT a total washout and perhaps a partial beach day. I'd go for it.
Mornin'! It's 74° this gray, still, Monday morning in Wildwood. No sun to see rising in the East this morning. There's a 40% chance of a rain showers throughout the day today, but won't be a total washout as the sun will be peeking through the clouds every chance it can get. Temps will rise to the lo-mid 80's; humidity will remain on the low side. Winds will be out of the West at 10mph and shift to the SE bringing a cooler seabreeze a little later. Beach day? For the diehards...go for it. For the others...perhaps a stroll on the beach? Or better yet...a trip to The Mall! High tide: 5:34p.m.; Low tide: 10:55a.m.; Ocean temp...same as the air temp...74°; Sunset: 8:28p.m.
Mornin'! It's 73°. That's both the air temp and ocean temp btw. Sun's up and it'll be a seasonably warm Sunday as temps will be around the mid-80's; with fairly low humidity but humid just the same. Breeze is minimal coming from the NW at 5mph. That'll shift later and come from the sea making it feel more cooler and comfortable. Forecasters are saying partly sunny today (20% chance of a shower later). I'm saying 'beach day". High tide:4:47p.m.; Low tide: 10:08a.m.; sunset this evening: 8:28p.m.
Mornin'! Looking like a nice weekend. It's a balmy 75° in Wildwood this morning. The sun and clouds are up in the big blue greeting the day. It'll be mostly sunny with those clouds passing throughout the day today. Temps are heading into the mid-upper 80's with much less humidity. There's a very minimal chance (10%) of a shower passing through later today as well. Breezes are out of the W-NW at 8mph and will continue to waft over the island from the West and by late this afternoon will shift as the seabreeze kicks in. You know the drill. Looking like a nice one for the island's weekend events...not to mention a pork, broccoli rabe and provolone sandwich at the Italian Fest, or simply a nice beach day, or perhaps a day on the boat (take heed...it's Operation Dry Water weekend...the USCG is on guard for BUI's), or maybe even an indoctrination to Elkdom! Congrats Joe! High tide: 3:44p.m.; Low tide: 9:22a.m.; Ocean temp: 73°; Sunset: 8:28p.m.
Mornin'! It's 72° this morning as the sun rises in Wildwood. Breeze is at a minimum at 3mph coming from the SSW. They'll stay out of the SSW most of the day...land breeze...warm breeze. It'll be hazy, hot and humid at the shore. Temps are heading into the mid-80's as humidity's climbing (87%). Chance of thunderstorm later today is 40%. High tide: 3:07p.m.; Low tide:8:36a.m.; Ocean temp: 73°; Sunset time: 8:28p.m. Congrats to the Mibsters who won the Marble Championship this summer. All the "Beach-goers", "Beach Blast Soccer" folk or "North Wildwood Italian Fest revelers"...enjoy the outdoors today but keep an eye on the sky.
Mornin'! It's a balmy, tropical 74° in the early, morning stillness. Birds have begun to chirp as the skies begin to lighten and a tiny breeze blows out of the South at 5-9mph. The skies are also a bit cloudy and hazy and could hamper today's sunrise. It's going to be hazy, hot and humid (humidity's up to 89%) as temps rise to the mid-upper 80's. By the way, some of the haze we've been experiencing as of late is actual smoke wafting up the eastern coast from the North Carolina Forest Fires. I thought it was a bit muggy out for anyone to be firing up their chiminea as it was definitely smokey outside yesterday and last night. There will be a mix of sun and clouds today with more dry than wet but a 50% chance of a scattered thunderstorm is in that mix all day. This "Mix" could stick around as the forecast for the next 2 days looks like a "ditto" from yesterday and today into tomorrow and Saturday. Winds will be out of the S-SW at 10-15mph. High tide:2:15p.m.; Low Tide:7:51a.m.; Ocean temp:72°; Sunset:8:28p.m. Beach day? I'd say go for it, just keep an eye on the sky. That goes for all you Mibsters in the National Marbles tournament and who competing on the beach. Good luck to you!
Mornin'! It's 69° in Wildwood as daybreak develops under thick cloud cover. Woke up to Thunder and Lightning around 4 this morning. Nothing came of it though other than some loss of sleep. It's now quiet except for the sound of the surf pounding and birds chirping. The "Mix" today is a "Dry and Wet" day as there's a 60% chance of showers and/or thunderstorms all day into this evening. Some storms hitting the island today could be severe. You've been warned. Another "Mix" is the possibility of peeks of Sun along with Cloud cover throughout the day right into late this afternoon. Humidity's 82%. Temps will hit the upper 70's-low 80's and if the humidity stays up there and the sun pops out = "a very warm day". Winds are minimal out of the S-SE at 5mph and will pick up later at 10-15mph and will stay a "seabreeze" throughout the day. High tide:1:24p.m.; Low tide:7:32p.m.; Ocean temp: 73°; Sunset: 8:28p.m. I think that about covers it. Beach day??? That's your call, but prepare accordingly and keep an eye on the sky as the Mix hangs around today and possibly tomorrow and Friday as well.
Mornin'! It's the first official day of Summer; the Summer solstice. It's when the sun reaches the highest position in the sky; when the earth and moon's axial tilt is most inclined towards the Sun; it's the longest day of the year and it officially begins at 1:16p.m. this afternoon. Beginning today the days begin to grow just a tad shorter...sunrise a tad earlier each evening. It's currently 67° in Wildwood and temps will head into the mid-upper 70's with an increase in humidity at 81%. The sun's replicating the exact show it put on yesterday for sunrise. It's almost completely obscured with clouds as its trying with all its might to rise and shine, all the while painting those clouds with the prettiest pastel colors. No breeze to speak of but it's coming later out of the SW at 10-15mph and somehow the heavy backbay fragrance is seeping in the porch windows while the gulls are laughing their butts off at something out there. Today will be the last of the so-so days this week as rain and/or chance of rain is unlikely but will be hanging over our heads as the chance is 30% and the remainder of the week right into the weekend percentage gets a bit higher each day. Get out and enjoy while the gettin's good. High tide:12:34p.m. (like that number); Low tide:6:37p.m.; Ocean temp: 73°; Sunset:8:28p.m.; 94 days until Autumn!
Last Day of Spring! C'est La Vie!
Mornin'! It is what it is...the last day of Spring. Tomorrow afternoon, we'll be welcoming in the longest day of the year...Summer Solstice of 2011. Looks like we made it. (Barry Manilow?) It's currently 70° in WW this slightly overcast and lightly breezy start of the day. The sun's trying in the worst way to make its presence known, but there's a handful of clouds holding it back. I just heard it's raining in Delaware and those showers could be heading right over the Bay right toward WW this morning with a 50% chance of the island getting a little watering. With that said, if we do experience some showers and/or thunderstorms this morning, it should clear up for a decent beach day by late morning/early afternoon. By then the temps will get into the mid-upper 70's and the seabreeze coming from the East at 10-15mph will make for a nice day at the Shore. High tide:11:46a.m.; Low tide:5:46p.m.; Ocean temp:73°; Sunset:8:28p.m.
Mornin'! Happy Father's Day! You know who you are and here's wishing you all enjoy your day. I've always felt that Father's Day was the true kick off to summer. I know that I have a strong sense of my Dad's spirit ever since I've moved by the sea. He so enjoyed the peace and serenity the seashore fed to his spirit and I completel y get it. I feel ya Dad and this one's for you...it's 70° in WW this warm, humid, still, hazy/overcast, fragrant morning. Humidity's at 87% as we're still a bit on the sticky side. No breeze to speak of although there's currently a very slight one out of the NNE @ 6mph. Temps will get into the mid-80's with a Northeasterly breeze at 11-15mph later. It'll be partly sunny today with a 30% chance of an isolated Thunderstorm here and there. It's gonna be a hit or miss with sun and clouds all through the day. High tide 11:02a.m.; Low tide:4:53p.m.; Ocean temp: 73°; Sunset: 8:27p.m. One day till Summer! Love ya Dad!
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Mornin'! It's 71° in WW this early Saturday morn. We're heading into the "sticky" region as temps go into the mid-80's today and humidity starts "sticking" around. It'll the better half of the weekend as we'll see more blue skies and sun than tomorrow. However, the clouds will play a part in today's weather and make for a partly cloudy day at the Seashore. No rain is forecasted until the overnight and tomorrow. A West-Southwest breeze at 10-15mph will hang around all day as well. High tide:10:11a.m.; Low tide:4:07p.m.; Ocean temp:73°; Sunset:8:27p.m.; 2 days until Summer! My bets are on a decent beach day. Even better...a day on the boat. Or, even better...some fishin' or crabbin'...could be a good day to dig out the crab pot!
Mornin'! It's going be a mixed bag on the island today. It's 69° in WW this morning. It's dreary. It's cloudy. It's breezy (Southery breezes 10-15mph). It'll be mostly cloudy with the sun peeking through here and there today as temps get into the mid-upper 70's with a 50% chance of rain showers and/or thunderstorms throughout the day into this evening. Breezes will pick up a bit and head in from the S-SW later. High tide: 9:22a.m.; Low tide: 3:19p.m.; Ocean Temp: 73°; Sunset: 8:27p.m. Summer's arriving in 3 more days! Oh...I wanted to mention...it'll be a beauty in Wildwood tomorrow...Beach Day!!!!
Mornin'! It's 67° in WW this beautiful, early morn. The Sun just peeked over the horizon and what an incredible sunrise this morning. A bit of a "red sky" along with it. And, I'm not talking "Cafe" so take heed sailors. It's gonna head into the mid 70's again today with a S-SW breeze at 10-15mph. After we enjoy a mostly sunny morning, clouds will gradually appear throughout the day and by late this afternoon/early evening, the clouds will thicken and a 40% chance of rain is forecasted as we could see rain and/or thunderstorms throughout the night. High tide:8:33a.m.; Low tide:2:29p.m.; Ocean Temp:72°; sunset: 8:26p.m.; moonrise:9:21p.m. Tomorrow almost seems like a repeat of today and the weekend's looking like beach days are ahead. 4 days until Summer!
Mornin'! It's...get this...57° in Wildwood this early, sunny morn. Beautiful start of the day. I'm lovin' this weather. Temps will rise into the mid-upper 70's as the weather remains seasonable...in other words "more comfortable" and "the way it should feel this time of year". The sun just rose as it will be mostly sunny today with blue skies and light breezes out of the Northwest at 10-15mph. The air will shift in the afternoon as it usually does coming from the South making for a light, cooler seabreeze wafting over the island. Just lovely at the Shore today. I'm smiling. Okay, here's today's Stats: high tide: 7:42a.m. and again tonight at 7:59p.m.(pay close attention to this one as it will create tidal flooding); Low tide: 1:39p.m.; Ocean Temp: 73°; Sunset: 8:26p.m.; Moonrise tonight: 8:32p.m. You could probably catch the Sunset as well as the Moonrise together in Cape May, NJ tonight. Last evening, I got to see that Moon rise over the ocean...what a spectacular thing to see! If you do venture out this evening...remember the tidal flooding caused by the Full Moon...it's salt water filling the Streets. You've been forewarned. 5 days until Summer!
Mornin'! And, another lovely one it is. It's 64° in Wildwood this perfectly still, cool, quiet, fragrant morning at the Seashore. All windows are open as the cool air barely moves the hems of the window curtains. After watering the gardens this morning, I placed the Flag outside in the window ledge holder in honor of its day and it's barely moving due to the stillness in the air. Less than a week away is officially Summer as it's coming really fast now. Talk about coming fast...the next Full moon is tomorrow, yet we're already feeling its affects by it's brightness and tidal flooding...be aware that tonight's high tide will be excessive flooding due to the draw of the Full Moon along with an onshore breeze. Don't drive through flood water...it's corrosive salt water and very damaging to your vehicle! Today's weather will be mostly sun with a mix of clouds later and we may even see a pop-up shower this afternoon. Temps will stay moderate at 70-75°. Breezes will be out of the N-NE at 10-15mph. High tide: 7:15p.m.; Low tide:12:46p.m.; Ocean temp:73°; Sunset: 8:26p.m.; Moonrise: 7:34p.m.; 6 days until Summer. If only Summer would stay exactly like today...ahhh!
Mornin'! It's 69° in Wildwood this overcast, hazy, quiet and just a tad breezy morning. It'll be mostly sunny today with a more seasonable feel to it today as temps get into the mid-upper 70's. Humidity's down too and it'll feel much more comfortable at the Shore. Winds will be out of the North at 10-15mph. The decision to give the airconditioner a little rest was an easy one as all windows are back open! One more week until Summer even though it's been giving us some serious sneak previews as of late.High tide:6:24p.m.; Low tide:11:53a.m.; Ocean Temp: 72°; Sunset: 8:25p.m.
Mornin'! Happy Sunday! It's 71° in WW this sunny, mild, very still, and still humid morning. No breeze to speak of but a lovely morning just the same, not to mention a lovely sunrise. The gulls laughing in the distance seem to be saying so. Today will be a repeat of yesterday. Warm, humid, overcast at times, sunny at times. Temps will be in the lo-mid 80's, not too breezy (8-10mph coming out of the S-SW) with 60% chance of shower/and-or/thunderstorms this afternoon. High tide:5:29p.m.; Low tide:10:57a.m.; Ocean temp: 73°; Sunset: 8:25p.m.; 8 more days until Summer. Just saying.
Mornin'! Check it out...the weekend happenings in Wildwood: American Legion Convention (Parade this afternoon), Masonic Lodge Youth Group Convention, Veterans of Foreign Wars and Ladies Auxillary Convention and lets not forget it's Mummers Brigade Weekend (featuring the top winners of the Philadelphia Mummers Day Parade)! Does it get any better than that??? By the way, the Mummers Parade kicks off at 4:45p.m. today at 2nd and Old New Jersey Ave. so I'd be getting your strutting flipflops polished! Alot going on in the weather department too...It's currently 72° with some hefty fog covering the island this early morn with hardly a breeze out there. It's supposed to stay mostly cloudy and rather dreary looking today I'm sorry to say to all the above revelers who enjoy a sunny, cloudless sky at the Shore. But although mostly cloudy with possible periods of rain showers (60% chance), we'll see peeks of sun as well and it won't be a total gray day or washout. Temps will get into the mid-upper 70's with humidity sticking around. Breezes will be Easterly (seabreeze) at 10-15mph keeping that humidity at bay and making our lives more comfortable. High tide:4:29p.m.; Low tide: 10:00a.m.; Ocean Temp: 72°; Sunset: 8:24p.m.; 9 more days until Summer, although I think it sneaked in this past week.
Mornin'! TGIF! It's 72° in Wildwood as daybreak unfolds. The sunrise is trying its best to show it's lovely self but there's some major cloud cover on the horizon keeping that big orange ball at bay. Actually it's making for a unique sunrise as the gray, dark, clouds are being painted beautiful shades of orange and coral. Hit some record highs yesterday with that intense heatwave as Wildwood hit 95°. The Heat will back off today as temps will be in the mid-upper 80's thanks to some overnight enormous thunderstorms. I was on the back porch last night around midnight and could actually smell the electricity in the air during that storm. We even got some hail off of that badboy. Humidity's not backing down today as it's at 90% and will stick around (no pun intended). Today will have a mix of clouds and sun, although there's a 40% chance of rain or pop-up thunderstorms all day. Winds are "O" right now but will pick up from the North at 10mph later and Easterly (seabreeze) even later today. The weekend's looking much like the same as today with even greater chances of clouds and rains/thunderstorm (60%). Today's tides: High:3:32p.m.; Low:9:03a.m.; Ocean Temp: 72°; Sunset (if visible): 8:24p.m. Summer's still on its way in 10 more days...what a joke!
Mornin'! "The Heat Is On"...who was that? I was thinkin'...Kenny Loggins but it's Glenn Frey. It's 75° in Wildwood this calm, quiet, balmy, hazy, and very warm morning. The haze, heat and humidity will take us right into the evening. Temperatures could reach 95° feeling like 100° as the humidity 89%/dewpoint 71% is giving us a heat index; much like a chill factor but just the opposite; you know...what it actually feels like to our bodies. Hydrate like you've never drank before...water that is. Any breeze wafting this way will be minimal (10mph) out of the West (hot air) as there is a very slight possibility it could shift from the East (much more comfortable breeze) later this afternoon. It happened yesterday, so keep the faith in that ol' seabreeze. There's a 60% chance of a thunderstorm tonight too by the way. Need I say that the Beach is the place to be today? High tide:2:30p.m.; Low tide:8:06a.m.; Ocean temp:71°; Sunset: 8:23p.m. Should I even say how many more days until Summer? This is summer! Officially it's June 20th.
Mornin'! In the words of Marilyn Monroe..."We're having a Heatwave; a Tropical Heatwave." I was gonna go with Martha and the Vandella's but Marilyn came to mind first. Today's a repeat of 6/8/08 and the first of a 2-day near record highs. It's 70° as the sun's rising off the coast of Wildwood. It'll be hazy, hot and humid as temps rise as well into the 90's along the beaches. The W-SW breezes (land breeze) at 10-15mph will do nothing to cool us as we need the Easterly seabreeze to help with that and there's none coming our way anytime soon. Humidity's rising to 82% which will make it feel even hotter and stickier. Sweat is the only moisture we'll see and feel until tomorrow night when there's a possibility of a thunderstorm. High tide:1:28p.m.; Low tide:7:31p.m.; Ocean temp:70°; Sunset 8:23p.m.; 12 more days until summer. Ha...now that's a joke, just wait until tomorrow!
Mornin'! It's 66° in Wildwood this slightly breezey, sunny, bright, comfortable morning. Dew points will begun their climb today reaching 60 and by tomorrow...70. What's that mean? It means Humidity...high humidity is heading this way today as it will be sunny today and may reach the 80's. It's just the beginning as tomorrow will be warmer and Thursday...even warmer (near 90). We're entering our next heat wave as well as windows closed with central air on. Breezes today will be out of the W-SW at 10-15mph. Hopefully the breeze will shift this afternoon and come off the ocean, but no one's committing to that. Like I said...get out your Motown collection cause Martha and the Vandellas are up next. High tide: 12:23p.m.; Low tide: 6:26p.m.; Ocean temp: 69°; Sunset: 8:22p.m.; 13 days until Summer! 8 days until the Full Moon!
Mornin'! It looks like a pretty "Good Monday". It's currently 66° with low humidity and some minimal cloud cover (the sunrise shouldn't be affected this morning) and not a leaf moving on the trees. Temperature will remain seasonable as the thermometer barely rises up to the low-mid 70's. Seabreeze will tag along at 10mph out of the SE. There's a possibility of a stray shower in areas in South Jersey later today...it's a hit or miss. Martha and the Vandellas will be coming to mind by Wednesday of this week as another Heat Wave is headed in this direction. High tide:11:34a.m.; Low tide 5:27p.m.; Ocean temp:68°; Sunset: 8:22p.m.
Mornin'! It's 66° in Wildwood. It appeared that the sunrise would one-up the clouds this morning, but the clouds won out. The sky and horizon looked brilliant orange as the morning unfolded, but the gray took over and totally obscured the sun. So, it's a bit cool, cloudy, dry and still outside. Birds are chirping wildly. There's a hint of sea-aroma in the air. Temps will go to the low-70's. Showers are expected today...possibly a brief one as early as late this morning. The chances increase (30%) as the day progresses...even more so this evening. The forecasters are saying that it should be mainly dry and cloudy most of the day though...we'll just have to wait and see. We just may see peeks of sun. High tide:10:44a.m.; Low tide:4:33p.m.; Ocean temp:69°; Sunset time: 8:21p.m. (if there is one). 15 days until Summer and by the end of this upcoming week...we're going to have a nice taste of it!
Mornin'. My heart breaks though for the family of 12 year old Abiah Jones who died from a fall off the Giant Ferris Wheel on our amusement pier yesterday. Many, many sad days ahead for her family and friends as prayers will flow their way for a long time to come. The weekend events will continue as usual along with continued comfortable weather. It's a cool 57° in Wildwood this early morning. Skies are clear as the sun's about to lift over the horizon. There's a slight 5-10mph NW breeze which will become a "seabreeze" later today. Mid-upper 70° temps will be the main part of keeping the island beautiful today. High clouds will roll in this evening and a shower during the night is a possibility. High tide:9:59a.m.; Low tide:3:45p.m.; Ocean temp:67°; Sunset: 8:20p.m.; 17 days until summer.
Mornin'! It's 55° lovely degrees this morning in Wildwood as the sun's rising faster than my fingers are typing. No cloud cover or not much of a breeze happening out there (5mph); but one will be coming a bit later from the N-NW at 10-15mph. Humidity is down as the temps will rise into the mid-high 70's again making for a continued pleasant and lovely day at the Shore. High tide: 9:17a.m.; Low tide:3:01p.m.; Ocean temp: 66°; Sunset:8:20p.m.; 18 days until Summer. BTW...Saturday's looking like a repeat of today; Sunday...not so much. Motocross on the beach this weekend not to mention the Elks convention is in town....parade begins at noon at 25th & Atlantic Aves. Wildwood's up and running!
Another sneak peak of Summer today!
Mornin'! It's 73° in Wildwood this lovely, sunny, breezy, less humid morning. The only thing missing is a Rooster clucking (aka...morning sounds of Key West), but the Seagulls are making up for it. We're heading into an even more comfortable weather pattern if that's possible as it's been lovely here at the Shore. It'll be high near 80° today with a NW breeze at 15-20mph and we could see wind gusts of 25-30mph later this afternoon. Here's something good to report...these weather conditions may be sticking around throughout the entire weekend. High tide:8:36a.m.; Low tide:2:19p.m.; Ocean temp: 70°; Sunset: 8:19p.m.; 19 days until Summer!
Mornin'! Yep...June's here. I don't mean Cleaver, Lockhardt or Carter either. While on the topic of names, here's this year's list of Hurricane names...and June isn't one of them...Arlene, Bret, Cindy, Don, Emily, Franklin, Gert, Harvey, Irene, Jose, Katia, Lee, Maria, Nate, Ophelia, Phillipe, Rina, Sean, Tammy, Vince and Whitney. Today kicks off the very long Hurricane Season from June 1st to November 30th. There's none of that in today's forecast as it's lovely this morning...70° as a cool ocean breeze wafts in all the windows. It's very hazy, a bit foggy and overcast...you decide. Not sure if we'll see a sunrise with the skies this hazy, but I'm sure the sun will have no problem burning it away once it up over the horizon. Speaking of haze...it's still going to be a warm, summer-like day as the forecast is hazy, hot and humid with temps reaching the mid 80's. Starting to get the tropical-Key West feel on the island. My Croton plant (I call it my Key West Plant as they're everywhere you look in the Keys)is now out on the porch and thriving perfectly. Breezes will hang around at 10-15mph out of the S-SW. A severe thunderstorm could possibly pass over the island later today (late afternoon/early evening). High tide: 7:55a.m.; Low tide:1:39p.m.; Ocean temp: 71°; Sunset:8:18p.m.; 20 days until Summer (the longest day of the year)!

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Mornin ' ! It 's hard to believe June 's biding adieu today . Time sure flies when you 're having fun . How can you not have fun when you live at the Shore ? There will be plenty of fun at the Shore this upcoming Holiday weekend . I 'm lining up all the fun possibilities as everything will be in the mix . That could even be some dancing as the ol' knee is finally beginning to really feel better as I just past the 2 month mark since knee surgery . June ends with a perfect summer day as it 's starting out with the Sun coming over the cloudless horizon and temperature at 69 ° . Temps will be seasonal in the lo - mid 80 's with low humidity and a W - NW breeze at 10 - 15 mph . It 'll be sunny all day . It 'll be a perfect day at the Shore ! Outside fun today? ... you can count on it . High tide:7:28a.m . ; Low tide:1:12p.m . ; Ocean temp : 76 ° ; Sunset : 8:28p.m .
 Mornin ' ! It 's 74 ° , cloudy and breezy ( westerly winds at 10 - 18 mph ) this summer morning . The breeze will shift later coming off the sea . The clouds are n't allowing the Sun to do its grand entrance first thing this morning , but it 's coming . It 'll be sunny today with temps going into the low - mid 80 's . Humidity 's 89 % but lower than yesterday . Should feel more comfortable today and tomorrow before the next round of heavy , humid , heat pays our island a visit just in time for the holiday . So far , the weekend is looking A - OK , albeit warm . High tide:7:01p.m . ; Low tide:12:27p.m . ; Ocean Temp : 75 ° ; Sunset:8:28p.m . Summery hump day = Beach day !
 Mornin ' ! It 's 74 ° in Wildwood as the sun 's breaking on through . Beginning at dawn ... skies were foggy and overcast , but the sun 's finally showing it 's big ol' self as the clouds are making way . We 're going to see a mix of sun and clouds again today . As the forecasters are calling it ... "Partly Sunny / Cloudy " day . Speaking of clouds , there will be clouds hanging around mostly all day bringing in some scattered showers and/or thunderstorms ( sometime this afternoon) ... 40 % chance . It 's going to be warm and humid with temps going into the mid-80 's and humidity near 80 % . Winds are null as I blog but later will waft in from the SE at 10 - 15 mph . High tide:6:18p.m . ; Low tide:1:14a.m . ; Ocean temp:75 ° ; Sunset:8:29p.m . My guess would be NOT a total washout and perhaps a partial beach day . I 'd go for it .
 Mornin ' ! It 's 74 ° this gray , still , Monday morning in Wildwood . No sun to see rising in the East this morning . There 's a 40 % chance of a rain showers throughout the day today , but wo n't be a total washout as the sun will be peeking through the clouds every chance it can get . Temps will rise to the lo - mid 80 's ; humidity will remain on the low side . Winds will be out of the West at 10 mph and shift to the SE bringing a cooler seabreeze a little later . Beach day ? For the diehards ... go for it . For the others ... perhaps a stroll on the beach ? Or better yet ... a trip to The Mall ! High tide : 5:34p.m . ; Low tide : 10:55a.m . ; Ocean temp ... same as the air temp ... 74 ° ; Sunset : 8:28p.m .
 Mornin ' ! It 's 73 ° . That 's both the air temp and ocean temp btw . Sun 's up and it 'll be a seasonably warm Sunday as temps will be around the mid-80 's ; with fairly low humidity but humid just the same . Breeze is minimal coming from the NW at 5 mph . That 'll shift later and come from the sea making it feel more cooler and comfortable . Forecasters are saying partly sunny today ( 20 % chance of a shower later ) . I 'm saying ' beach day " . High tide:4:47p.m . ; Low tide : 10:08a.m . ; sunset this evening : 8:28p.m .
 Mornin ' ! Looking like a nice weekend . It 's a balmy 75 ° in Wildwood this morning . The sun and clouds are up in the big blue greeting the day . It 'll be mostly sunny with those clouds passing throughout the day today . Temps are heading into the mid - upper 80 's with much less humidity . There 's a very minimal chance ( 10 % ) of a shower passing through later today as well . Breezes are out of the W - NW at 8 mph and will continue to waft over the island from the West and by late this afternoon will shift as the seabreeze kicks in . You know the drill . Looking like a nice one for the island 's weekend events ... not to mention a pork , broccoli rabe and provolone sandwich at the Italian Fest , or simply a nice beach day , or perhaps a day on the boat ( take heed ... it 's Operation Dry Water weekend ... the USCG is on guard for BUI 's ) , or maybe even an indoctrination to Elkdom ! Congrats Joe ! High tide : 3:44p.m . ; Low tide : 9:22a.m . ; Ocean temp : 73 ° ; Sunset : 8:28p.m .
 Mornin ' ! It 's 72 ° this morning as the sun rises in Wildwood . Breeze is at a minimum at 3 mph coming from the SSW . They 'll stay out of the SSW most of the day ... land breeze ... warm breeze . It 'll be hazy , hot and humid at the shore . Temps are heading into the mid-80 's as humidity 's climbing ( 87 % ) . Chance of thunderstorm later today is 40 % . High tide : 3:07p.m . ; Low tide:8:36a.m . ; Ocean temp : 73 ° ; Sunset time : 8:28p.m . Congrats to the Mibsters who won the Marble Championship this summer . All the " Beach - goers " , " Beach Blast Soccer " folk or " North Wildwood Italian Fest revelers" ... enjoy the outdoors today but keep an eye on the sky .
 Mornin ' ! It 's a balmy , tropical 74 ° in the early , morning stillness . Birds have begun to chirp as the skies begin to lighten and a tiny breeze blows out of the South at 5 - 9 mph . The skies are also a bit cloudy and hazy and could hamper today 's sunrise . It 's going to be hazy , hot and humid ( humidity 's up to 89 % ) as temps rise to the mid - upper 80 's . By the way , some of the haze we 've been experiencing as of late is actual smoke wafting up the eastern coast from the North Carolina Forest Fires . I thought it was a bit muggy out for anyone to be firing up their chiminea as it was definitely smokey outside yesterday and last night . There will be a mix of sun and clouds today with more dry than wet but a 50 % chance of a scattered thunderstorm is in that mix all day . This " Mix " could stick around as the forecast for the next 2 days looks like a " ditto " from yesterday and today into tomorrow and Saturday . Winds will be out of the S - SW at 10 - 15 mph . High tide:2:15p.m . ; Low Tide:7:51a.m . ; Ocean temp:72 ° ; Sunset:8:28p.m . Beach day ? I 'd say go for it , just keep an eye on the sky . That goes for all you Mibsters in the National Marbles tournament and who competing on the beach . Good luck to you !
 Mornin ' ! It 's 69 ° in Wildwood as daybreak develops under thick cloud cover . Woke up to Thunder and Lightning around 4 this morning . Nothing came of it though other than some loss of sleep . It 's now quiet except for the sound of the surf pounding and birds chirping . The " Mix " today is a " Dry and Wet " day as there 's a 60 % chance of showers and/or thunderstorms all day into this evening . Some storms hitting the island today could be severe . You 've been warned . Another " Mix " is the possibility of peeks of Sun along with Cloud cover throughout the day right into late this afternoon . Humidity 's 82 % . Temps will hit the upper 70's - low 80 's and if the humidity stays up there and the sun pops out = " a very warm day " . Winds are minimal out of the S - SE at 5 mph and will pick up later at 10 - 15 mph and will stay a " seabreeze " throughout the day . High tide:1:24p.m . ; Low tide:7:32p.m . ; Ocean temp : 73 ° ; Sunset : 8:28p.m . I think that about covers it . Beach day ? ? ? That 's your call , but prepare accordingly and keep an eye on the sky as the Mix hangs around today and possibly tomorrow and Friday as well .
 Mornin ' ! It 's the first official day of Summer ; the Summer solstice . It 's when the sun reaches the highest position in the sky ; when the earth and moon 's axial tilt is most inclined towards the Sun ; it 's the longest day of the year and it officially begins at 1:16p.m . this afternoon . Beginning today the days begin to grow just a tad shorter ... sunrise a tad earlier each evening . It 's currently 67 ° in Wildwood and temps will head into the mid - upper 70 's with an increase in humidity at 81 % . The sun 's replicating the exact show it put on yesterday for sunrise . It 's almost completely obscured with clouds as its trying with all its might to rise and shine , all the while painting those clouds with the prettiest pastel colors . No breeze to speak of but it 's coming later out of the SW at 10 - 15 mph and somehow the heavy backbay fragrance is seeping in the porch windows while the gulls are laughing their butts off at something out there . Today will be the last of the so - so days this week as rain and/or chance of rain is unlikely but will be hanging over our heads as the chance is 30 % and the remainder of the week right into the weekend percentage gets a bit higher each day . Get out and enjoy while the gettin 's good . High tide:12:34p.m . ( like that number ) ; Low tide:6:37p.m . ; Ocean temp : 73 ° ; Sunset:8:28p.m . ; 94 days until Autumn !
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 Mornin ' ! It is what it is ... the last day of Spring . Tomorrow afternoon , we 'll be welcoming in the longest day of the year ... Summer Solstice of 2011 . Looks like we made it . ( Barry Manilow ? ) It 's currently 70 ° in WW this slightly overcast and lightly breezy start of the day . The sun 's trying in the worst way to make its presence known , but there 's a handful of clouds holding it back . I just heard it 's raining in Delaware and those showers could be heading right over the Bay right toward WW this morning with a 50 % chance of the island getting a little watering . With that said , if we do experience some showers and/or thunderstorms this morning , it should clear up for a decent beach day by late morning / early afternoon . By then the temps will get into the mid - upper 70 's and the seabreeze coming from the East at 10 - 15 mph will make for a nice day at the Shore . High tide:11:46a.m . ; Low tide:5:46p.m . ; Ocean temp:73 ° ; Sunset:8:28p.m .
 Mornin ' ! Happy Father 's Day ! You know who you are and here 's wishing you all enjoy your day . I 've always felt that Father 's Day was the true kick off to summer . I know that I have a strong sense of my Dad 's spirit ever since I 've moved by the sea . He so enjoyed the peace and serenity the seashore fed to his spirit and I completel y get it . I feel ya Dad and this one 's for you ... it 's 70 ° in WW this warm , humid , still , hazy / overcast , fragrant morning . Humidity 's at 87 % as we 're still a bit on the sticky side . No breeze to speak of although there 's currently a very slight one out of the NNE @ 6 mph . Temps will get into the mid-80 's with a Northeasterly breeze at 11 - 15 mph later . It 'll be partly sunny today with a 30 % chance of an isolated Thunderstorm here and there . It 's gon na be a hit or miss with sun and clouds all through the day . High tide 11:02a.m . ; Low tide:4:53p.m . ; Ocean temp : 73 ° ; Sunset : 8:27p.m . One day till Summer ! Love ya Dad !
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 Mornin ' ! It 's 71 ° in WW this early Saturday morn . We 're heading into the " sticky " region as temps go into the mid-80 's today and humidity starts " sticking " around . It 'll the better half of the weekend as we 'll see more blue skies and sun than tomorrow . However , the clouds will play a part in today 's weather and make for a partly cloudy day at the Seashore . No rain is forecasted until the overnight and tomorrow . A West - Southwest breeze at 10 - 15 mph will hang around all day as well . High tide:10:11a.m . ; Low tide:4:07p.m . ; Ocean temp:73 ° ; Sunset:8:27p.m . ; 2 days until Summer ! My bets are on a decent beach day . Even better ... a day on the boat . Or , even better ... some fishin ' or crabbin' ... could be a good day to dig out the crab pot !
 Mornin ' ! It 's going be a mixed bag on the island today . It 's 69 ° in WW this morning . It 's dreary . It 's cloudy . It 's breezy ( Southery breezes 10 - 15 mph ) . It 'll be mostly cloudy with the sun peeking through here and there today as temps get into the mid - upper 70 's with a 50 % chance of rain showers and/or thunderstorms throughout the day into this evening . Breezes will pick up a bit and head in from the S - SW later . High tide : 9:22a.m . ; Low tide : 3:19p.m . ; Ocean Temp : 73 ° ; Sunset : 8:27p.m . Summer 's arriving in 3 more days ! Oh ... I wanted to mention ... it'll be a beauty in Wildwood tomorrow ... Beach Day ! ! ! !
 Mornin ' ! It 's 67 ° in WW this beautiful , early morn . The Sun just peeked over the horizon and what an incredible sunrise this morning . A bit of a " red sky " along with it . And , I 'm not talking " Cafe " so take heed sailors . It 's gon na head into the mid 70 's again today with a S - SW breeze at 10 - 15 mph . After we enjoy a mostly sunny morning , clouds will gradually appear throughout the day and by late this afternoon / early evening , the clouds will thicken and a 40 % chance of rain is forecasted as we could see rain and/or thunderstorms throughout the night . High tide:8:33a.m . ; Low tide:2:29p.m . ; Ocean Temp:72 ° ; sunset : 8:26p.m . ; moonrise:9:21p.m . Tomorrow almost seems like a repeat of today and the weekend 's looking like beach days are ahead . 4 days until Summer !
 Mornin ' ! It's ... get this ... 57 ° in Wildwood this early , sunny morn . Beautiful start of the day . I 'm lovin' this weather . Temps will rise into the mid - upper 70 's as the weather remains seasonable ... in other words " more comfortable " and " the way it should feel this time of year " . The sun just rose as it will be mostly sunny today with blue skies and light breezes out of the Northwest at 10 - 15 mph . The air will shift in the afternoon as it usually does coming from the South making for a light , cooler seabreeze wafting over the island . Just lovely at the Shore today . I 'm smiling . Okay , here 's today 's Stats : high tide : 7:42a.m . and again tonight at 7:59p.m.(pay close attention to this one as it will create tidal flooding ) ; Low tide : 1:39p.m . ; Ocean Temp : 73 ° ; Sunset : 8:26p.m . ; Moonrise tonight : 8:32p.m . You could probably catch the Sunset as well as the Moonrise together in Cape May , NJ tonight . Last evening , I got to see that Moon rise over the ocean ... what a spectacular thing to see ! If you do venture out this evening ... remember the tidal flooding caused by the Full Moon ... it 's salt water filling the Streets . You 've been forewarned . 5 days until Summer !
 Mornin ' ! And , another lovely one it is . It 's 64 ° in Wildwood this perfectly still , cool , quiet , fragrant morning at the Seashore . All windows are open as the cool air barely moves the hems of the window curtains . After watering the gardens this morning , I placed the Flag outside in the window ledge holder in honor of its day and it 's barely moving due to the stillness in the air . Less than a week away is officially Summer as it 's coming really fast now . Talk about coming fast ... the next Full moon is tomorrow , yet we 're already feeling its affects by it 's brightness and tidal flooding ... be aware that tonight 's high tide will be excessive flooding due to the draw of the Full Moon along with an onshore breeze . Do n't drive through flood water ... it 's corrosive salt water and very damaging to your vehicle ! Today 's weather will be mostly sun with a mix of clouds later and we may even see a pop - up shower this afternoon . Temps will stay moderate at 70 - 75 ° . Breezes will be out of the N - NE at 10 - 15 mph . High tide : 7:15p.m . ; Low tide:12:46p.m . ; Ocean temp:73 ° ; Sunset : 8:26p.m . ; Moonrise : 7:34p.m . ; 6 days until Summer . If only Summer would stay exactly like today ... ahhh !
 Mornin ' ! It 's 69 ° in Wildwood this overcast , hazy , quiet and just a tad breezy morning . It 'll be mostly sunny today with a more seasonable feel to it today as temps get into the mid - upper 70 's . Humidity 's down too and it 'll feel much more comfortable at the Shore . Winds will be out of the North at 10 - 15 mph . The decision to give the airconditioner a little rest was an easy one as all windows are back open ! One more week until Summer even though it 's been giving us some serious sneak previews as of late . High tide:6:24p.m . ; Low tide:11:53a.m . ; Ocean Temp : 72 ° ; Sunset : 8:25p.m .
 Mornin ' ! Happy Sunday ! It 's 71 ° in WW this sunny , mild , very still , and still humid morning . No breeze to speak of but a lovely morning just the same , not to mention a lovely sunrise . The gulls laughing in the distance seem to be saying so . Today will be a repeat of yesterday . Warm , humid , overcast at times , sunny at times . Temps will be in the lo - mid 80 's , not too breezy ( 8 - 10 mph coming out of the S - SW ) with 60 % chance of shower / and - or / thunderstorms this afternoon . High tide:5:29p.m . ; Low tide:10:57a.m . ; Ocean temp : 73 ° ; Sunset : 8:25p.m . ; 8 more days until Summer . Just saying .
 Mornin ' ! Check it out ... the weekend happenings in Wildwood : American Legion Convention ( Parade this afternoon ) , Masonic Lodge Youth Group Convention , Veterans of Foreign Wars and Ladies Auxillary Convention and lets not forget it 's Mummers Brigade Weekend ( featuring the top winners of the Philadelphia Mummers Day Parade ) ! Does it get any better than that ? ? ? By the way , the Mummers Parade kicks off at 4:45p.m . today at 2nd and Old New Jersey Ave . so I 'd be getting your strutting flipflops polished ! Alot going on in the weather department too ... It 's currently 72 ° with some hefty fog covering the island this early morn with hardly a breeze out there . It 's supposed to stay mostly cloudy and rather dreary looking today I 'm sorry to say to all the above revelers who enjoy a sunny , cloudless sky at the Shore . But although mostly cloudy with possible periods of rain showers ( 60 % chance ) , we 'll see peeks of sun as well and it wo n't be a total gray day or washout . Temps will get into the mid - upper 70 's with humidity sticking around . Breezes will be Easterly ( seabreeze ) at 10 - 15 mph keeping that humidity at bay and making our lives more comfortable . High tide:4:29p.m . ; Low tide : 10:00a.m . ; Ocean Temp : 72 ° ; Sunset : 8:24p.m . ; 9 more days until Summer , although I think it sneaked in this past week .
 Mornin ' ! TGIF ! It 's 72 ° in Wildwood as daybreak unfolds . The sunrise is trying its best to show it 's lovely self but there 's some major cloud cover on the horizon keeping that big orange ball at bay . Actually it 's making for a unique sunrise as the gray , dark , clouds are being painted beautiful shades of orange and coral . Hit some record highs yesterday with that intense heatwave as Wildwood hit 95 ° . The Heat will back off today as temps will be in the mid - upper 80 's thanks to some overnight enormous thunderstorms . I was on the back porch last night around midnight and could actually smell the electricity in the air during that storm . We even got some hail off of that badboy . Humidity 's not backing down today as it 's at 90 % and will stick around ( no pun intended ) . Today will have a mix of clouds and sun , although there 's a 40 % chance of rain or pop - up thunderstorms all day . Winds are " O " right now but will pick up from the North at 10 mph later and Easterly ( seabreeze ) even later today . The weekend 's looking much like the same as today with even greater chances of clouds and rains / thunderstorm ( 60 % ) . Today 's tides : High:3:32p.m . ; Low:9:03a.m . ; Ocean Temp : 72 ° ; Sunset ( if visible ): 8:24p.m . Summer 's still on its way in 10 more days ... what a joke !
 Mornin ' ! " The Heat Is On" ... who was that ? I was thinkin' ... Kenny Loggins but it 's Glenn Frey . It 's 75 ° in Wildwood this calm , quiet , balmy , hazy , and very warm morning . The haze , heat and humidity will take us right into the evening . Temperatures could reach 95 ° feeling like 100 ° as the humidity 89%/dewpoint 71 % is giving us a heat index ; much like a chill factor but just the opposite ; you know ... what it actually feels like to our bodies . Hydrate like you 've never drank before ... water that is . Any breeze wafting this way will be minimal ( 10 mph ) out of the West ( hot air ) as there is a very slight possibility it could shift from the East ( much more comfortable breeze ) later this afternoon . It happened yesterday , so keep the faith in that ol' seabreeze . There 's a 60 % chance of a thunderstorm tonight too by the way . Need I say that the Beach is the place to be today ? High tide:2:30p.m . ; Low tide:8:06a.m . ; Ocean temp:71 ° ; Sunset : 8:23p.m . Should I even say how many more days until Summer ? This is summer ! Officially it 's June 20th .
 Mornin ' ! In the words of Marilyn Monroe ... "We're having a Heatwave ; a Tropical Heatwave . " I was gon na go with Martha and the Vandella 's but Marilyn came to mind first . Today 's a repeat of 6/8/08 and the first of a 2 - day near record highs . It 's 70 ° as the sun 's rising off the coast of Wildwood . It 'll be hazy , hot and humid as temps rise as well into the 90 's along the beaches . The W - SW breezes ( land breeze ) at 10 - 15 mph will do nothing to cool us as we need the Easterly seabreeze to help with that and there 's none coming our way anytime soon . Humidity 's rising to 82 % which will make it feel even hotter and stickier . Sweat is the only moisture we 'll see and feel until tomorrow night when there 's a possibility of a thunderstorm . High tide:1:28p.m . ; Low tide:7:31p.m . ; Ocean temp:70 ° ; Sunset 8:23p.m . ; 12 more days until summer . Ha ... now that 's a joke , just wait until tomorrow !
 Mornin ' ! It 's 66 ° in Wildwood this slightly breezey , sunny , bright , comfortable morning . Dew points will begun their climb today reaching 60 and by tomorrow ... 70 . What 's that mean ? It means Humidity ... high humidity is heading this way today as it will be sunny today and may reach the 80 's . It 's just the beginning as tomorrow will be warmer and Thursday ... even warmer ( near 90 ) . We 're entering our next heat wave as well as windows closed with central air on . Breezes today will be out of the W - SW at 10 - 15 mph . Hopefully the breeze will shift this afternoon and come off the ocean , but no one 's committing to that . Like I said ... get out your Motown collection cause Martha and the Vandellas are up next . High tide : 12:23p.m . ; Low tide : 6:26p.m . ; Ocean temp : 69 ° ; Sunset : 8:22p.m . ; 13 days until Summer ! 8 days until the Full Moon !
 Mornin ' ! It looks like a pretty " Good Monday " . It 's currently 66 ° with low humidity and some minimal cloud cover ( the sunrise should n't be affected this morning ) and not a leaf moving on the trees . Temperature will remain seasonable as the thermometer barely rises up to the low - mid 70 's . Seabreeze will tag along at 10 mph out of the SE . There 's a possibility of a stray shower in areas in South Jersey later today ... it 's a hit or miss . Martha and the Vandellas will be coming to mind by Wednesday of this week as another Heat Wave is headed in this direction . High tide:11:34a.m . ; Low tide 5:27p.m . ; Ocean temp:68 ° ; Sunset : 8:22p.m .
 Mornin ' ! It 's 66 ° in Wildwood . It appeared that the sunrise would one - up the clouds this morning , but the clouds won out . The sky and horizon looked brilliant orange as the morning unfolded , but the gray took over and totally obscured the sun . So , it 's a bit cool , cloudy , dry and still outside . Birds are chirping wildly . There 's a hint of sea - aroma in the air . Temps will go to the low-70 's . Showers are expected today ... possibly a brief one as early as late this morning . The chances increase ( 30 % ) as the day progresses ... even more so this evening . The forecasters are saying that it should be mainly dry and cloudy most of the day though ... we'll just have to wait and see . We just may see peeks of sun . High tide:10:44a.m . ; Low tide:4:33p.m . ; Ocean temp:69 ° ; Sunset time : 8:21p.m . ( if there is one ) . 15 days until Summer and by the end of this upcoming week ... we're going to have a nice taste of it !
 Mornin ' . My heart breaks though for the family of 12 year old Abiah Jones who died from a fall off the Giant Ferris Wheel on our amusement pier yesterday . Many , many sad days ahead for her family and friends as prayers will flow their way for a long time to come . The weekend events will continue as usual along with continued comfortable weather . It 's a cool 57 ° in Wildwood this early morning . Skies are clear as the sun 's about to lift over the horizon . There 's a slight 5 - 10 mph NW breeze which will become a " seabreeze " later today . Mid - upper 70 ° temps will be the main part of keeping the island beautiful today . High clouds will roll in this evening and a shower during the night is a possibility . High tide:9:59a.m . ; Low tide:3:45p.m . ; Ocean temp:67 ° ; Sunset : 8:20p.m . ; 17 days until summer .
 Mornin ' ! It 's 55 ° lovely degrees this morning in Wildwood as the sun 's rising faster than my fingers are typing . No cloud cover or not much of a breeze happening out there ( 5 mph ) ; but one will be coming a bit later from the N - NW at 10 - 15 mph . Humidity is down as the temps will rise into the mid - high 70 's again making for a continued pleasant and lovely day at the Shore . High tide : 9:17a.m . ; Low tide:3:01p.m . ; Ocean temp : 66 ° ; Sunset:8:20p.m . ; 18 days until Summer . BTW ... Saturday 's looking like a repeat of today ; Sunday ... not so much . Motocross on the beach this weekend not to mention the Elks convention is in town .... parade begins at noon at 25th & Atlantic Aves . Wildwood 's up and running !
 Another sneak peak of Summer today !
 Mornin ' ! It 's 73 ° in Wildwood this lovely , sunny , breezy , less humid morning . The only thing missing is a Rooster clucking ( aka ... morning sounds of Key West ) , but the Seagulls are making up for it . We 're heading into an even more comfortable weather pattern if that 's possible as it 's been lovely here at the Shore . It 'll be high near 80 ° today with a NW breeze at 15 - 20 mph and we could see wind gusts of 25 - 30 mph later this afternoon . Here 's something good to report ... these weather conditions may be sticking around throughout the entire weekend . High tide:8:36a.m . ; Low tide:2:19p.m . ; Ocean temp : 70 ° ; Sunset : 8:19p.m . ; 19 days until Summer !
 Mornin ' ! Yep ... June 's here . I do n't mean Cleaver , Lockhardt or Carter either . While on the topic of names , here 's this year 's list of Hurricane names ... and June is n't one of them ... Arlene , Bret , Cindy , Don , Emily , Franklin , Gert , Harvey , Irene , Jose , Katia , Lee , Maria , Nate , Ophelia , Phillipe , Rina , Sean , Tammy , Vince and Whitney . Today kicks off the very long Hurricane Season from June 1st to November 30th . There 's none of that in today 's forecast as it 's lovely this morning ... 70 ° as a cool ocean breeze wafts in all the windows . It 's very hazy , a bit foggy and overcast ... you decide . Not sure if we 'll see a sunrise with the skies this hazy , but I 'm sure the sun will have no problem burning it away once it up over the horizon . Speaking of haze ... it 's still going to be a warm , summer - like day as the forecast is hazy , hot and humid with temps reaching the mid 80 's . Starting to get the tropical - Key West feel on the island . My Croton plant ( I call it my Key West Plant as they 're everywhere you look in the Keys)is now out on the porch and thriving perfectly . Breezes will hang around at 10 - 15 mph out of the S - SW . A severe thunderstorm could possibly pass over the island later today ( late afternoon / early evening ) . High tide : 7:55a.m . ; Low tide:1:39p.m . ; Ocean temp : 71 ° ; Sunset:8:18p.m . ; 20 days until Summer ( the longest day of the year ) !


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At the suggestion of Avi "Two Cokes" Freedman I spent the next two days in a high-limit mixed game, a combination of Hold 'Em and Omaha Hi/Lo with a betting structure of $300/$600. This game was referred to as "300/600 HO." There were acronyms for just about every combination of games and most of the big action tended to be in the mixed games. I did pretty well in this game, winning nicely on Friday and losing about half back on Saturday, although I still wasn't really sure I know how to play limit Hold 'Em. It was fun playing with all those big chips; that was for sure. Foxwoods was a rather unpleasant place to play, although like most modern card rooms there was no smoking allowed. The cocktail service typically took 10-15 minutes to retrieve an order. There were no comps to speak of and they had a no cell-phone policy, not just at the tables but anywhere in the poker room. I asked a floorperson about it and he said someone had used a camera phone to take pictures of the players and posted them on the Internet so they banned cell phones. I didn't bother to point out that anyone taking a picture would take it before they could yell at him and the people they were yelling at, talking on the phones, were not taking pictures. He went on to say they wanted to ban food from the poker room because it made a mess. Those darned customers, always making things inconvenient for the employees.
I left the game early on Friday to go to the Full Tilt Poker dinner they were putting on for the winners of their on-line satellites. One of the guys had bought in for $4.40 and made it all the way to the big event. We all wished him luck. Dinner was at the award-winning Boom restaurant in nearby Stonington, CT. The place was owned by Erik "Rounders" Seidel's sister-in-law and she rolled out the red carpet for the guests. I probably could have finagled an invitation from Full Tilt since many of my friends were affiliated with the site but I ended up going as Avi Two-Cokes' brother Noam's date. They brought around huge plates of delicious hors d'oeuvres and poured a yummy little California Cabernet, which I drank too much of so I was glad I had the day off tomorrow. Among the Tilters present were Erik, Andy "The Rock" Bloch, Howard "Bub" (The Professor) Lederer, John "JJ" Juanda, Phil Ivey, Allen Cunningham, Melissa Hayden, and Jennifer Harman. I was also pleased to meet Thomas "Raze It" Giorgi, one of the best players on Full Tilt. The steak I had for the entrée was world class. I had come over on the bus but snuck into the VIP limo for the ride home.
I spent Saturday recovering from the wine while the first half of the 674 entrants played. My turn came Sunday. I drew table 10, seat eight. There was no one at the table I recognized but I just got no cards all day. Eventually former WSOP champ Huck Seed came and sat on my left but he busted out quickly. Finally I gambled on a pair of Nines in early position and called a reraise all in by an unpredictable player on the small blind. He had Jacks. I didn't improve and I was out of the contest early. I went up to the VIP lounge and found WPT finalists Matt Matros and Russell Rosenblum commiserating. We were all exhausted and about to leave when Erin Ness, the girl from Maxim magazine who got a lot of TV time in this year's World Series main event, walked in. All of a sudden everyone had plenty of energy and we hung around talking to Erin for a couple hours.
I had already booked my return flight for Monday in anticipation of busting out the first day. Andy "The Rock" Bloch busted soon after I did and we made plans to drive up to Boston together to catch our flights. We used some wampum to buy gas and headed up about four hours before flight time, leaving us plenty of room for error and traffic. It was a good thing, too, because the Neverlost, for some reason, took us through scenic Rhode Island surface streets instead of taking the Mass Pike. We saved $6.10 in tolls and got to the airport on time anyway.
The evening Alaska flight left punctually and I watched a couple movies on the digEplayer while downing scotch and soda. I enjoyed I, Robot, a Will Smith sci-fi flick only loosely based on Asimov's book of the same name. Then I watched Around the World in 80 Days, a children's adventure movie that I picked just because Jackie Chan was in it. Both movies entertained but didn't make my list of all-time greats.
Shortstack picked me up in the black T-Bird and whisked us back to Kirkland, home of Costco and us. My next tournament series was at Bellagio in December.

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At the suggestion of Avi " Two Cokes " Freedman I spent the next two days in a high - limit mixed game , a combination of Hold ' Em and Omaha Hi / Lo with a betting structure of $ 300/$600 . This game was referred to as " 300/600 HO . " There were acronyms for just about every combination of games and most of the big action tended to be in the mixed games . I did pretty well in this game , winning nicely on Friday and losing about half back on Saturday , although I still was n't really sure I know how to play limit Hold ' Em . It was fun playing with all those big chips ; that was for sure . Foxwoods was a rather unpleasant place to play , although like most modern card rooms there was no smoking allowed . The cocktail service typically took 10 - 15 minutes to retrieve an order . There were no comps to speak of and they had a no cell - phone policy , not just at the tables but anywhere in the poker room . I asked a floorperson about it and he said someone had used a camera phone to take pictures of the players and posted them on the Internet so they banned cell phones . I did n't bother to point out that anyone taking a picture would take it before they could yell at him and the people they were yelling at , talking on the phones , were not taking pictures . He went on to say they wanted to ban food from the poker room because it made a mess . Those darned customers , always making things inconvenient for the employees .
 I left the game early on Friday to go to the Full Tilt Poker dinner they were putting on for the winners of their on - line satellites . One of the guys had bought in for $ 4.40 and made it all the way to the big event . We all wished him luck . Dinner was at the award - winning Boom restaurant in nearby Stonington , CT . The place was owned by Erik " Rounders " Seidel 's sister - in - law and she rolled out the red carpet for the guests . I probably could have finagled an invitation from Full Tilt since many of my friends were affiliated with the site but I ended up going as Avi Two - Cokes ' brother Noam 's date . They brought around huge plates of delicious hors d'oeuvres and poured a yummy little California Cabernet , which I drank too much of so I was glad I had the day off tomorrow . Among the Tilters present were Erik , Andy " The Rock " Bloch , Howard " Bub " ( The Professor ) Lederer , John " JJ " Juanda , Phil Ivey , Allen Cunningham , Melissa Hayden , and Jennifer Harman . I was also pleased to meet Thomas " Raze It " Giorgi , one of the best players on Full Tilt . The steak I had for the entrée was world class . I had come over on the bus but snuck into the VIP limo for the ride home .
 I spent Saturday recovering from the wine while the first half of the 674 entrants played . My turn came Sunday . I drew table 10 , seat eight . There was no one at the table I recognized but I just got no cards all day . Eventually former WSOP champ Huck Seed came and sat on my left but he busted out quickly . Finally I gambled on a pair of Nines in early position and called a reraise all in by an unpredictable player on the small blind . He had Jacks . I did n't improve and I was out of the contest early . I went up to the VIP lounge and found WPT finalists Matt Matros and Russell Rosenblum commiserating . We were all exhausted and about to leave when Erin Ness , the girl from Maxim magazine who got a lot of TV time in this year 's World Series main event , walked in . All of a sudden everyone had plenty of energy and we hung around talking to Erin for a couple hours .
 I had already booked my return flight for Monday in anticipation of busting out the first day . Andy " The Rock " Bloch busted soon after I did and we made plans to drive up to Boston together to catch our flights . We used some wampum to buy gas and headed up about four hours before flight time , leaving us plenty of room for error and traffic . It was a good thing , too , because the Neverlost , for some reason , took us through scenic Rhode Island surface streets instead of taking the Mass Pike . We saved $ 6.10 in tolls and got to the airport on time anyway .
 The evening Alaska flight left punctually and I watched a couple movies on the digEplayer while downing scotch and soda . I enjoyed I , Robot , a Will Smith sci - fi flick only loosely based on Asimov 's book of the same name . Then I watched Around the World in 80 Days , a children 's adventure movie that I picked just because Jackie Chan was in it . Both movies entertained but did n't make my list of all - time greats .
 Shortstack picked me up in the black T - Bird and whisked us back to Kirkland , home of Costco and us . My next tournament series was at Bellagio in December .


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This month’s spotlight is on CLEBC contributor Lauren Blake of Legacy Tax + Trust Lawyers. Lauren’s trust and estate litigation practice focuses on complex estate litigation. Lauren has authored numerous papers in the areas of wills, estates, trusts and the intersection of estates and family law, and is a frequent speaker on these topics.
How did you first get involved with CLEBC?
As a new lawyer, I found attending CLE courses to be a great way to both learn a tremendous amount in a single day, and to meet other lawyers working in the same areas I was.
In 2013 I began to contribute as an author and presenter, starting with contributing to the “Wills, Estates and Succession Act Transition Guide” (in October 2013) and becoming an annual editor of a chapter of the BC Probate and Estate Administration Manual (since 2015).
What are you currently working on (or have most recently worked on) with CLEBC?
In April 2018 I chaired the Estate Litigation Basics course, which was a wonderful opportunity to work with some brilliant litigators to create an exciting curriculum aimed at some topical issues faced in this area. I also presented a paper entitled “Till Death Do Us Part – Hopefully: Planning in Uncertain Times” at the CLE Estate Planning Update in November 2018.
Currently, I am working on a presentation for the 12th Biennial Family Law Conference 2019, and look forward to the opportunity to immerse myself in issues arising at the intersection of family and estate litigation.
How did you decide to focus your practice on estate and trust litigation?
As with many good things in life, serendipity played a significant part. I was lucky enough to have been mentored by Rhys Davies, QC, who had been counsel at the Supreme Court of Canada on the Tataryn decision. One of my first cases as a junior was on a wills variation file with him that sparked my interest in the area.
I was also privileged to have worked very closely with Mary Hamilton, QC and Peter Bogardus, QC of Davis & Co. (as it was then known) and under their guidance quickly came to realize estate litigation was an area where the facts were always incredibly interesting, the applicable law had a breadth and depth that made it complex, and that I was able to have a positive impact on my clients’ lives, all of which combined to make my files very rewarding.
As an added bonus, the wills and estates bar throughout B.C. is filled with an incredibly collegial group of people, that make practicing in this area truly a pleasure.
What is the most valuable piece of advice you have received?
Throughout much of my career I have received many pieces of advice (sometimes welcome and sometimes quite unsolicited!) However, the most valuable piece of advice I have received as a litigator is to be civil to everyone – parties and counsel alike. In estate and trust litigation, the issues between the parties can be fraught with emotion – and the role of the litigators is to be their professional advocates. By ensuring you are civil and professional to everyone at all times, you not only develop a reputation of being a true professional, you also frequently can assist in de-escalating the conflict and assist the parties in reaching a resolution of their dispute.
In addition to practising law, you are a board member of Central City Foundation. What drew you to contributing to this organization?
When my children were young, I volunteered in activities that focused on their experiences: classroom parent, soccer manager, school volunteer. As they grew up, I was able to focus my volunteer activities on other community issues. I was drawn to Central City Foundation as their mission resonated with me – to bring together our neighbours and resources to transform our community and help all communities thrive. I was a director of Central City Foundation for five years, and found it an invaluable experience.
Other than law, what are you passionate about?
I am blessed to have a wonderful (and large) family with whom I enjoy spending as much time as I can. My husband and I also recently acquired a Goldendoodle, who has been embraced (and perhaps spoiled) by our entire ”pack”!

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This month ’s spotlight is on CLEBC contributor Lauren Blake of Legacy Tax + Trust Lawyers . Lauren ’s trust and estate litigation practice focuses on complex estate litigation . Lauren has authored numerous papers in the areas of wills , estates , trusts and the intersection of estates and family law , and is a frequent speaker on these topics .
 How did you first get involved with CLEBC ?
 As a new lawyer , I found attending CLE courses to be a great way to both learn a tremendous amount in a single day , and to meet other lawyers working in the same areas I was .
 In 2013 I began to contribute as an author and presenter , starting with contributing to the “ Wills , Estates and Succession Act Transition Guide ” ( in October 2013 ) and becoming an annual editor of a chapter of the BC Probate and Estate Administration Manual ( since 2015 ) .
 What are you currently working on ( or have most recently worked on ) with CLEBC ?
 In April 2018 I chaired the Estate Litigation Basics course , which was a wonderful opportunity to work with some brilliant litigators to create an exciting curriculum aimed at some topical issues faced in this area . I also presented a paper entitled “ Till Death Do Us Part – Hopefully : Planning in Uncertain Times ” at the CLE Estate Planning Update in November 2018 .
 Currently , I am working on a presentation for the 12th Biennial Family Law Conference 2019 , and look forward to the opportunity to immerse myself in issues arising at the intersection of family and estate litigation .
 How did you decide to focus your practice on estate and trust litigation ?
 As with many good things in life , serendipity played a significant part . I was lucky enough to have been mentored by Rhys Davies , QC , who had been counsel at the Supreme Court of Canada on the Tataryn decision . One of my first cases as a junior was on a wills variation file with him that sparked my interest in the area .
 I was also privileged to have worked very closely with Mary Hamilton , QC and Peter Bogardus , QC of Davis & Co. ( as it was then known ) and under their guidance quickly came to realize estate litigation was an area where the facts were always incredibly interesting , the applicable law had a breadth and depth that made it complex , and that I was able to have a positive impact on my clients ’ lives , all of which combined to make my files very rewarding .
 As an added bonus , the wills and estates bar throughout B.C. is filled with an incredibly collegial group of people , that make practicing in this area truly a pleasure .
 What is the most valuable piece of advice you have received ?
 Throughout much of my career I have received many pieces of advice ( sometimes welcome and sometimes quite unsolicited ! ) However , the most valuable piece of advice I have received as a litigator is to be civil to everyone – parties and counsel alike . In estate and trust litigation , the issues between the parties can be fraught with emotion – and the role of the litigators is to be their professional advocates . By ensuring you are civil and professional to everyone at all times , you not only develop a reputation of being a true professional , you also frequently can assist in de - escalating the conflict and assist the parties in reaching a resolution of their dispute .
 In addition to practising law , you are a board member of Central City Foundation . What drew you to contributing to this organization ?
 When my children were young , I volunteered in activities that focused on their experiences : classroom parent , soccer manager , school volunteer . As they grew up , I was able to focus my volunteer activities on other community issues . I was drawn to Central City Foundation as their mission resonated with me – to bring together our neighbours and resources to transform our community and help all communities thrive . I was a director of Central City Foundation for five years , and found it an invaluable experience .
 Other than law , what are you passionate about ?
 I am blessed to have a wonderful ( and large ) family with whom I enjoy spending as much time as I can . My husband and I also recently acquired a Goldendoodle , who has been embraced ( and perhaps spoiled ) by our entire ” pack ” !


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Consumer NZ’s Sue Chetwin has ridiculously described PR people as the “original fake news artists” after an incident when a PR agency staffer posted a comment on their website. PR agencies and marketing gurus have gone along with Sue’s narrative and tut-tutted condescendingly at the claim that PR agencies stuff public forums with made-up opinions.
We’re not the sort of agency to go along with that fawning. It gives in to the shallow narrative that businesses and their PR people make stuff up, or present only their best arguments – while everyone else is as pure as the driven snow.
You see, Sue’s story is in itself a kind of fake – or designed – news.
She has used an approach called framing. It’s the thing we all do in retelling stories: we magnify and even modify the failings of others, to contrast with the incomparable quality of our supposed actions. Most of all, we make sure we retell only the stories we can use to put us in the best light.
Sue described the incident in a way that makes the PR agency look deceitful rather than silly or over-keen, and made her organisation look victimised but vigilant and crusading.
A quick dissection of her story uncovers some possible additional facts. The review was under the person’s own name – so there was no attempt at deceit. The person called first to have it withdrawn, so maybe Consumer NZ is not very vigilant of its online fora (and why should it be, they’re places for opinion). Sue designed her description of the reaction she got when she called the person back to interrogate them to sound as if they acted “caught out”. Apparently, they “broke down”. What did Sue say to them to get that reaction? We are not told.
There’s a hint that the real reason Sue pursued the matter was that the post had questioned the organisation’s credibility. It’s possible this is punishment for that opinion being revealed. We aren’t told what the question over the credibility was. Interesting.
At the heart of this issue is a Consumer NZ poll of consumer opinions about electricity companies. It wasn’t strictly speaking, research on facts about the industry, but consumer opinion on their level of satisfaction. The reasons for customer satisfaction can be incredibly varied. Most surveys are relatively superficial, so it can be easy to interpret the satisfaction to suit your own rationale.
Customer satisfaction ratings, while strongly useful, may not be an experience other consumers would want. For example, niche companies with niche products will have a higher satisfaction rating from a customer base with very particular needs.
For the record, we have always had a lot of time for Consumer NZ, professionally, and as consumers. They take pride in telling the real story about an industry, products or service. Their effort to get straight facts out to the public is almost always helpful to our clients because consumers can be trusted to make good decisions on that information.
Also for the record, we don’t have an electricity company as a client. But would be happy to help them use facts and opinion to fight for customers. It’s what we do.
Mark Blackham is a director of BlacklandPR.
Chetwin has been offered the opportunity to respond to Blackham's op-ed.
UPDATE: Chetwin has responded to Blackham's op-ed with the following statement: "You would have to go a long way to find a better example of PR spin than this. Mr Blackham might just have invented the fake excuse. It deserves to be framed."

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Consumer NZ ’s Sue Chetwin has ridiculously described PR people as the “ original fake news artists ” after an incident when a PR agency staffer posted a comment on their website . PR agencies and marketing gurus have gone along with Sue ’s narrative and tut - tutted condescendingly at the claim that PR agencies stuff public forums with made - up opinions .
 We ’re not the sort of agency to go along with that fawning . It gives in to the shallow narrative that businesses and their PR people make stuff up , or present only their best arguments – while everyone else is as pure as the driven snow .
 You see , Sue ’s story is in itself a kind of fake – or designed – news .
 She has used an approach called framing . It ’s the thing we all do in retelling stories : we magnify and even modify the failings of others , to contrast with the incomparable quality of our supposed actions . Most of all , we make sure we retell only the stories we can use to put us in the best light .
 Sue described the incident in a way that makes the PR agency look deceitful rather than silly or over - keen , and made her organisation look victimised but vigilant and crusading .
 A quick dissection of her story uncovers some possible additional facts . The review was under the person ’s own name – so there was no attempt at deceit . The person called first to have it withdrawn , so maybe Consumer NZ is not very vigilant of its online fora ( and why should it be , they ’re places for opinion ) . Sue designed her description of the reaction she got when she called the person back to interrogate them to sound as if they acted “ caught out ” . Apparently , they “ broke down ” . What did Sue say to them to get that reaction ? We are not told .
 There ’s a hint that the real reason Sue pursued the matter was that the post had questioned the organisation ’s credibility . It ’s possible this is punishment for that opinion being revealed . We are n’t told what the question over the credibility was . Interesting .
 At the heart of this issue is a Consumer NZ poll of consumer opinions about electricity companies . It was n’t strictly speaking , research on facts about the industry , but consumer opinion on their level of satisfaction . The reasons for customer satisfaction can be incredibly varied . Most surveys are relatively superficial , so it can be easy to interpret the satisfaction to suit your own rationale .
 Customer satisfaction ratings , while strongly useful , may not be an experience other consumers would want . For example , niche companies with niche products will have a higher satisfaction rating from a customer base with very particular needs .
 For the record , we have always had a lot of time for Consumer NZ , professionally , and as consumers . They take pride in telling the real story about an industry , products or service . Their effort to get straight facts out to the public is almost always helpful to our clients because consumers can be trusted to make good decisions on that information .
 Also for the record , we do n’t have an electricity company as a client . But would be happy to help them use facts and opinion to fight for customers . It ’s what we do .
 Mark Blackham is a director of BlacklandPR .
 Chetwin has been offered the opportunity to respond to Blackham 's op - ed .
 UPDATE : Chetwin has responded to Blackham 's op - ed with the following statement : " You would have to go a long way to find a better example of PR spin than this . Mr Blackham might just have invented the fake excuse . It deserves to be framed . "


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After a very comfertable night at the Sky-Ranch in Sedona, we headed towards the Wupatki Pueblo.
On entering the scenic road heading towards the Pueblo, we paid the State park entry fee of $20, and we moved on a very pretty road. We spotted some pastures and stopped to see the wonderful views.
The volcano first (and so far) the last erupted 1,000 years ago, and covered the whole area not only with pumace - but left a very impressive lava flow field.
The US park service had placed a small trail through some very sharp and ragged rock fields. Amazingly the rocks abounded with small lizards - the plant life was struggling to make any inroads - but here and there a tree of bush had succeeded in prospering.
We visited 2 ancient (circa 1100 A.D.) buildings, and they were both very intersting. The sites were in rather strange locations - it made it difficult to understand as to why they were built in such places.
Whilst the buildings were not fancy, it was remarkable that they were built at all as most of the Native american Indians were nomadic.
As we left central Arizona behind we entered the lands of the Navaho Nation. Native American housing settlements are dotted around the landscape - seemingly identifiable due to Jewelry and Pottery shops - plus exceedingly large Pick-up trucks.
We were heading to Page, Az - just next to Lake Meade - where hopefully tomorrow morning we will be going rafting down the Colorado/Grand Canyon.
The GPS in the car showed clearly the bend ahead, and I remarked to Juliet that we should be able to see this soon - but no signs. In fact the Town (City?) of Page was looming into life on the horizon.
The first indication as to you are there - are the scores of people walking up a smallish hill. Very quickly you have a "Big Bend Parking" sign - and you have arrived.
The weather when we were there was warm - about 35c (which is quite Ok for Oman) - but here in the US there were extreme weather signs - stern warnings of what would happen if you proceeded without liquids etc.
So Dora the Explora aka Juliet got her new Rucksack sorted out and we headed to the "small hill" - which after a few minutes had us huffing and puffing.
A short walk along the top - to where there is a rest house - and we assumed we were there. But no - we now had a long and gradual descent.
A word of warning - in a country that has 15 mph speed limits outside schools, which forbids innocent people seeing alcohol being poured and restricts the sale of Wine - it does not seem to feel that a 500 ft drop is anything to worry about.
There are no fences/warnings at all here. Well done America.
In case you think Big-Bend is going to be a quiet and peaceful place.... 60% were chinese when we were here.

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After a very comfertable night at the Sky - Ranch in Sedona , we headed towards the Wupatki Pueblo .
 On entering the scenic road heading towards the Pueblo , we paid the State park entry fee of $ 20 , and we moved on a very pretty road . We spotted some pastures and stopped to see the wonderful views .
 The volcano first ( and so far ) the last erupted 1,000 years ago , and covered the whole area not only with pumace - but left a very impressive lava flow field .
 The US park service had placed a small trail through some very sharp and ragged rock fields . Amazingly the rocks abounded with small lizards - the plant life was struggling to make any inroads - but here and there a tree of bush had succeeded in prospering .
 We visited 2 ancient ( circa 1100 A.D. ) buildings , and they were both very intersting . The sites were in rather strange locations - it made it difficult to understand as to why they were built in such places .
 Whilst the buildings were not fancy , it was remarkable that they were built at all as most of the Native american Indians were nomadic .
 As we left central Arizona behind we entered the lands of the Navaho Nation . Native American housing settlements are dotted around the landscape - seemingly identifiable due to Jewelry and Pottery shops - plus exceedingly large Pick - up trucks .
 We were heading to Page , Az - just next to Lake Meade - where hopefully tomorrow morning we will be going rafting down the Colorado / Grand Canyon .
 The GPS in the car showed clearly the bend ahead , and I remarked to Juliet that we should be able to see this soon - but no signs . In fact the Town ( City ? ) of Page was looming into life on the horizon .
 The first indication as to you are there - are the scores of people walking up a smallish hill . Very quickly you have a " Big Bend Parking " sign - and you have arrived .
 The weather when we were there was warm - about 35c ( which is quite Ok for Oman ) - but here in the US there were extreme weather signs - stern warnings of what would happen if you proceeded without liquids etc .
 So Dora the Explora aka Juliet got her new Rucksack sorted out and we headed to the " small hill " - which after a few minutes had us huffing and puffing .
 A short walk along the top - to where there is a rest house - and we assumed we were there . But no - we now had a long and gradual descent .
 A word of warning - in a country that has 15 mph speed limits outside schools , which forbids innocent people seeing alcohol being poured and restricts the sale of Wine - it does not seem to feel that a 500 ft drop is anything to worry about .
 There are no fences / warnings at all here . Well done America .
 In case you think Big - Bend is going to be a quiet and peaceful place .... 60 % were chinese when we were here .


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Keep Akron Beautiful operates the Graffiti Wipeout System, a graffiti removal service for public property within the City of Akron. With one agency heading the program, residents, Akron Police and all city departments can quickly relay incoming graffiti reports to Keep Akron Beautiful.
Our agency was chosen to run the graffiti eradication system because of our ability to dedicate time toward its immediate removal within 24-48 hours, the key to successful graffiti prevention. We were also chosen because of our years of involvement with the national Graffiti Hurts® program provided by Keep America Beautiful, Inc., which supplies educational and programming tools to communities, schools, law enforcement and the media to reduce the incidence and severity of graffiti and tagging. Graffiti removal also coincides with our mission to improve Akron’s quality of life through beautification and responsible environmental management.
City employees agree having one agency head the graffiti removal operation (previously under seven different departments) will be more resourceful in fighting graffiti. "For many years the City of Akron and Keep Akron Beautiful have been looking for a solution to the graffiti problem in our community. This new eradication system will definitely make a noticeable difference in our neighborhoods and city," said Captain of the Akron Police Department, Daniel Zampelli.
“Consolidating all graffiti removal efforts to one department will increase efficiency and provide a database of information to assist our police force in combating gang and vandal activity,” said Randy Rose of Building Maintenance for Public Works.
KAB was awarded a $50,000 Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services grant to purchase a new graffiti abatement system called Accustrip. The Accustrip System® uses a blast of sodium bicarbonate to power wash all types of graffiti from all surfaces. The Mary S. and David C. Corbin Foundation supplied grant funds for graffiti removal media and safety supplies.
KAB removes graffiti on public property. The requests for removal service can be made by calling 3-1-1 or 330-375-2311. Keep Akron Beautiful will also remove graffiti from private property at a cost of $50 (sometimes more for larger jobs).
Anyone who spots graffiti on public property within Akron are encouraged to report it immediately so it can be eradicated immediately, which lessens the likelihood of it returning.
Pictures: Bruce Hubach from N.T. Ruddock Company delivering the equipment.

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Keep Akron Beautiful operates the Graffiti Wipeout System , a graffiti removal service for public property within the City of Akron . With one agency heading the program , residents , Akron Police and all city departments can quickly relay incoming graffiti reports to Keep Akron Beautiful .
 Our agency was chosen to run the graffiti eradication system because of our ability to dedicate time toward its immediate removal within 24 - 48 hours , the key to successful graffiti prevention . We were also chosen because of our years of involvement with the national Graffiti Hurts ® program provided by Keep America Beautiful , Inc. , which supplies educational and programming tools to communities , schools , law enforcement and the media to reduce the incidence and severity of graffiti and tagging . Graffiti removal also coincides with our mission to improve Akron ’s quality of life through beautification and responsible environmental management .
 City employees agree having one agency head the graffiti removal operation ( previously under seven different departments ) will be more resourceful in fighting graffiti . " For many years the City of Akron and Keep Akron Beautiful have been looking for a solution to the graffiti problem in our community . This new eradication system will definitely make a noticeable difference in our neighborhoods and city , " said Captain of the Akron Police Department , Daniel Zampelli .
 “ Consolidating all graffiti removal efforts to one department will increase efficiency and provide a database of information to assist our police force in combating gang and vandal activity , ” said Randy Rose of Building Maintenance for Public Works .
 KAB was awarded a $ 50,000 Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services grant to purchase a new graffiti abatement system called Accustrip . The Accustrip System ® uses a blast of sodium bicarbonate to power wash all types of graffiti from all surfaces . The Mary S. and David C. Corbin Foundation supplied grant funds for graffiti removal media and safety supplies .
 KAB removes graffiti on public property . The requests for removal service can be made by calling 3 - 1 - 1 or 330 - 375 - 2311 . Keep Akron Beautiful will also remove graffiti from private property at a cost of $ 50 ( sometimes more for larger jobs ) .
 Anyone who spots graffiti on public property within Akron are encouraged to report it immediately so it can be eradicated immediately , which lessens the likelihood of it returning .
 Pictures : Bruce Hubach from N.T. Ruddock Company delivering the equipment .


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SOMERSET - The Golden Eagles wrestling team gave the Somerset senior night fans a lot to cheer about as the Eagles overpowered visiting Conemaugh Township 57-12 on Thursday.
The Indians were able to win only four bouts, one by a pin at 112 by Matt Ofansko, while the Eagles piled up a total of six pins, two forfeit wins and two wins by decisions.
Conemaugh Township fans even saw their top wrestler, Robert Horner go down to defeat for the first time this season. Horner lost a hard fought 2-1 decision to Somerset's Josh Mosgrave. The defeat was Horner's first in 15 matches.
Scoring falls for the Golden Eagles were: B.J. Shultz (119), Lance Faidley (125), Josey Jano (135), Jared Hay (145), David Heining (215) and Dorsey Berkebile (275).
"It is nice to win," Roger Baer, Somerset head coach said. "They did really, really good tonight. I was pleased. Mosgrave's bout was a highlight. Bertie (Horner) came in there undefeated. It was a nice win for us.
"There were a lot of guys who wrestled well. Jake Johns did an excellent job. He held him (Kevin Slezak) off for the last couple of seconds to get the win," Baer pointed out. Johns and Slezak battled each other tough with Johns squeezing out an 8-7 decision.
Quickest fall of the evening came at 275, the first bout of the dual meet, when Dorsey Berkebile pinned the Indians' Matt Mlaker in 27 seconds to give the Eagles an early 6-0 lead.
Eric Wheeler picked up a forfeit at 103 to stretch Somerset's margin to 12-0.
Township got on the board when 112-pounder Matt Ofansko pinned Kyle Murray to cut the Eagles' lead to 12-6.
Pins by B. J. Shultz and Lance Faidley put the Eagles up by a 24-6 margin.
Greg Sleek decisioned Somerset's Ben Svonavec 5-1 at 130 to make the score 24-9.
Josey Jano's pin at 135 increased Somerset's lead to 30-9.
The final team points of the evening for the Indians came at 140 when Township's Brian LeHew eked out a 3-2 decision over Dan Freeman to set the score at 30-12.
Coach Baer's Eagles went on a roll from that point on, winning the next six bouts to set the final score at 57-12.
"Once you get the momentum going it is hard. I just hope that it is good momentum to go into the Richland Duals this Saturday," coach Baer stated.
Final home meet for the 3-7 Eagles will be Feb. 1 when they host Central High School.

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SOMERSET - The Golden Eagles wrestling team gave the Somerset senior night fans a lot to cheer about as the Eagles overpowered visiting Conemaugh Township 57 - 12 on Thursday .
 The Indians were able to win only four bouts , one by a pin at 112 by Matt Ofansko , while the Eagles piled up a total of six pins , two forfeit wins and two wins by decisions .
 Conemaugh Township fans even saw their top wrestler , Robert Horner go down to defeat for the first time this season . Horner lost a hard fought 2 - 1 decision to Somerset 's Josh Mosgrave . The defeat was Horner 's first in 15 matches .
 Scoring falls for the Golden Eagles were : B.J. Shultz ( 119 ) , Lance Faidley ( 125 ) , Josey Jano ( 135 ) , Jared Hay ( 145 ) , David Heining ( 215 ) and Dorsey Berkebile ( 275 ) .
 " It is nice to win , " Roger Baer , Somerset head coach said . " They did really , really good tonight . I was pleased . Mosgrave 's bout was a highlight . Bertie ( Horner ) came in there undefeated . It was a nice win for us .
 " There were a lot of guys who wrestled well . Jake Johns did an excellent job . He held him ( Kevin Slezak ) off for the last couple of seconds to get the win , " Baer pointed out . Johns and Slezak battled each other tough with Johns squeezing out an 8 - 7 decision .
 Quickest fall of the evening came at 275 , the first bout of the dual meet , when Dorsey Berkebile pinned the Indians ' Matt Mlaker in 27 seconds to give the Eagles an early 6 - 0 lead .
 Eric Wheeler picked up a forfeit at 103 to stretch Somerset 's margin to 12 - 0 .
 Township got on the board when 112 - pounder Matt Ofansko pinned Kyle Murray to cut the Eagles ' lead to 12 - 6 .
 Pins by B. J. Shultz and Lance Faidley put the Eagles up by a 24 - 6 margin .
 Greg Sleek decisioned Somerset 's Ben Svonavec 5 - 1 at 130 to make the score 24 - 9 .
 Josey Jano 's pin at 135 increased Somerset 's lead to 30 - 9 .
 The final team points of the evening for the Indians came at 140 when Township 's Brian LeHew eked out a 3 - 2 decision over Dan Freeman to set the score at 30 - 12 .
 Coach Baer 's Eagles went on a roll from that point on , winning the next six bouts to set the final score at 57 - 12 .
 " Once you get the momentum going it is hard . I just hope that it is good momentum to go into the Richland Duals this Saturday , " coach Baer stated .
 Final home meet for the 3 - 7 Eagles will be Feb. 1 when they host Central High School .