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A user sends us samsonitekoffer.online to put on the web
If we analyze the web we see that it has SSL so we must continue analyzing. We do not see anywhere the name of the company behind the web. They pretend to be Samsonite but they are not.
In terms of prices we see suitcases whose actual price is € 150 sold in this store for € 25. Without a doubt, this is a fake shop and a scam.


Putting your child behind the wheel of a car can be a frightening thing, especially for the first time. We just want to wrap them in bubble wrap to keep them safe. However, at some point in time when they turn 16 we have to let them spread their wings and drive. Luckily for us parents that live in Texas, we live in a great state for teen drivers.
So school is out and you have a teenager trying to figure out what they are going to do all summer. Yeah, they are dreaming of sleeping all day and staying up all night and you are thinking, hmm...maybe they could get a job. Here's a list of great summer jobs for teens in Amarillo.
I get the whole saying, "kids will be kids," however I don't know if it is because I'm older I just shake my head at a new trend to get high. Kids are using lip balm on their eye lids to get high, it is called "Beezin".
Shopping for clothes is my least favorite chore. I know there are some people who consider shopping one of the great American pastimes. And there was a time in my life when I enjoyed browsing for hours and searching for a bargain. All of that stopped when I became a mom.
Our teenagers are inundated every day with drugs and alcohol whether it be from peers, TV, music or the internet. The one way to keep our kids from buckling under the pressure and experimenting with drugs is to talk to them and educated them about the consequences. That is where Impact Futures comes into the picture.
We do not know anyone that believes it would be cool to eventually grow up to have heart disease, lung cancer or emphysema.
Yet, a new study suggests that popular students are smoking more cigarettes than those less popular, putting the the "cool kids" at a higher risk for developing health problems.


(TargetLiberty.org) – Starting Wednesday, July 1, every time cops in Virginia make a traffic stop they have to ask the driver a series of race-based questions. The new law which passed in the state legislature in March by the Democrat majority is supposed to find out if some ethnic groups are being disproportionately targeted for traffic stops.
Police officers in Virginia must now record a driver's race during traffic stops so the commonwealth can track whether groups are disproportionately stopped by different departments. https://t.co/QeMsfcVJ3P
— NBCWashington (@nbcwashington) July 2, 2020
The so-called “Community Policing Act” makes it illegal for police to use race-based profiling, and the questions are designed to check if that’s taking place. Now, cops will have to ask every driver they stop about their race, ethnicity and gender. They’ll also have to record the reason for the stop, where it took place, any searches or arrests that resulted and whether they issued a warning or caution.
This information will be submitted by all police departments and stored in a statewide database. Police departments are now issuing public guidance to prepare drivers for the new questions.
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Standard Test Methods for Determining Strength Capacities of Structural Insulated Panels
STANDARD published on 1.3.2014
Designation standards: ASTM E1803-14
Publication date standards: 1.3.2014
The number of pages: 4
Approximate weight : 12 g (0.03 lbs)
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axial, creep, impact, shear, structural insulated panel, uplift, ICS Number Code 91.100.60 (Thermal and sound insulating materials)
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5.1 SIPs are used as roof, wall, and floor components in building structures. The structural performance properties need to be determined for design purposes.
1.1 These test methods cover procedures for determining strength properties under specified loads for rigid-faced structural insulated panels. These test methods are appropriate for structural insulated panels with rigid facings having a minimum thickness of 0.16 in. (4 mm) and an insulating core with a minimum thickness of 1.5 in. (38 mm). These specified loads include:
1.1.1 Transverse loads,
1.1.2 Axial loads,
1.1.3 Shear loads,
1.1.4 Diaphragm loads,
1.1.5 Uplift loads,
1.1.6 Long Term loads
1.1.7 Impact loads, and
1.1.8 Concentrated loads.
1.2 Structural insulated panels are intended to resist structural loads in permanent building structures.
1.3 These test methods are not intended for quality control purposes and do not evaluate the individual components of the structural insulated panels.
1.4 These test methods are not intended to measure dimensional stability.
1.5 The text of this standard references notes and footnotes, excluding tables and figures, which provide explanatory information. These notes and footnotes shall not be considered requirements of the standard.
1.6 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.7 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
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Korean Chile Flakes
Korean Chili Flakes are used to provide the flavorful heat in Kimchi and several salad-scallion recipes. Our Korean Chili Flakes have a wonderful sweet taste and come in around a 1,000 - 2,500 on the Scoville heat unit scale. Also call “gochugaru” and look similar to the crushed red pepper flakes. Korean Chili Flakes don't have seeds so they don’t pack the same heat intensity as red pepper flakes do.
They are great on eggs, pasta, pizza, and add another layer of flavor to your favor rub.

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Third top title for EcoBoost
Ford Motor Company's 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine - which lowers fuel consumption without sacrificing power - is named 2014 International Engine of the Year for its drivability, performance, economy, refinement and technology.
A panel of 82 automotive journalists from 35 countries also named the 1.0-litre EcoBoost the "Best Engine Under 1.0-litre" for the third year in a row at the Engine Expo 2014, in Stuttgart.
The engine has now won 13 major awards. In addition to collecting seven International Engine of the Year awards in three years - including Best New Engine in 2012 - the 1.0-litre EcoBoost also has been awarded the International Paul Pietsch Award 2013 for technological innovation in Germany; the Dewar Trophy from the Royal Automobile Club in Great Britain; and in the U.S., the Breakthrough Award from Popular Mechanics magazine. Ford also is the first automaker to win a Ward's 10 Best Engines trophy for a three-cylinder engine.
"This year's competition was the fiercest yet, but the 1.0-litre EcoBoost continues to stand out for all the right reasons - great refinement, surprising flexibility and excellent efficiency," said Dean Slavnich, co-chairman of the 16th International Engine of the Year awards and editor of Engine Technology International magazine. "The 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine is one of the finest examples of powertrain engineering."
Launched in Europe in 2012 with the Ford Focus, the 1.0-litre EcoBoost is now available in the UK in a further nine vehicles: Fiesta, B-MAX, EcoSport, C-MAX and Grand C-MAX, Tourneo Connect, Grand Tourneo Connect, Transit Connect and Transit Courier. The all-new Mondeo will continue the roll-out of the 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine when it launches later this year; the smallest engine to be specified in such a large family car.
Already available with 100PS and 125PS, Ford recently debuted a new 140PS version of the engine in the new Fiesta Red Edition and Fiesta Black Edition models; the most powerful volume production 1.0-litre road cars ever, achieving 0-62 mph in 9 seconds, a top speed of 125mph and delivering 62.8 mpg and 104 g/km CO2.


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Alex had another Track Meet today, against Henninger. They're a Syracuse city school. And he did something today he's never done before. Something not many kids have done, mostly because it's insane. But it's also difficult. He ran 4 events. He started with the 4x800 relay. That was the first event, which I missed... They came in 1st.
Then he ran the 800 meter. Which he won.
Then he turned around and ran the 3200, about 10 minutes later. That's a grueling 8 lap race. He hung out with the top group of runners most of the race.
Until the last lap. When he poured it on and passed them all with about 100 meters to go.
And he won.
Then hey, why not run another relay right after that? He was the final leg of the 4x400 relay. (He changed his shirt... .) They also won that event. 4 for 4 today. Not a bad day at the track!
Here are the results at Syracuse.com. (Of course they always spell his name wrong...)

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Ohio State junior quarterback and Springfield native Braxton Miller says he’ll stay humble and lead the Buckeyes this season.
COLUMBUS — Ohio State quarterback Braxton Miller set a school record last season with 3,310 total offensive yards, led the Buckeyes to their first undefeated season in ten years, was a Big Ten MVP and a finalist for the Davey O’Brien and Heisman trophies among others.
But don’t be fooled. According to Ohio State offensive coordinator Tom Herman, Miller still needs to improve.
“He wasn’t even close to playing to his potential (last season),” Herman said at Ohio State’s media day on Sunday. “He’s still not. He’s closer, but he’s got so much more room for improvement.”
Miller agrees, and said on Sunday that he’d grade his fundamentals in the 2012 season with a D-plus.
“The whole offseason I just worked on my fundamentals,” Miller said. “I’ve been working my whole offseason on getting things together.”
Miller and the Buckeyes are getting things together in their second week of preseason camp. Ohio State enters its 2013 season with high expectations, including high expectations for Miller. The junior quarterback has been mentioned by many analysts as a frontrunner for this season’s Heisman Trophy.
Miller is accustomed to pressure. There was buzz around the Springfield native’s playing abilities from a young age while he amazed fans at Evans Stadium playing for the Springfield Broncos youth league. He became one of the best quarterbacks in the country at Wayne High School and helped lead the Warriors to the Division I state title game in 2011.
Miller said on Sunday he’s used to attention and hype and isn’t affected by it.
“I’m just the same guy I am right now, just humble,” Miller said during an interview with several dozen media members. “I’m just like a regular person.”
It’s part of Miller’s personality according to Herman.
“He’s a very introverted person,” Herman said. “That’s not bad; none of that is bad and none of that is negative. It lends itself to a much tougher job for a guy like me to come in and say, ‘Hey, I’m your fourth offensive coordinator in four years, oh and by the way you’ve got to trust me one hundred percent.’ It takes time, and trust is earned, it’s not given.
“We’ve had a very productive offseason when it comes to mining his relationship and getting to know each other better and bridging that trust gap.”
Head coach Urban Meyer believes Miller’s attitude has changed.
“I love Braxton Miller,” Meyer said. “He and (offensive coordinator) Tom Herman have something really special going on right now. You can see it on the field — you can see his maturity… Now he’s got a little confidence to him.”
It isn’t just attitude, either. The issues with fundamentals that hampered Miller’s passing abilities at times last season and the “tuck-it-and-run” mentality are being mended in practice.
“Every day we see growth after growth after growth,” Herman said. “We completed more balls in a third-down scrimmage scenario in a ten minute, sixteen play deal (in practice last week) than maybe we did all year last year. A lot of it had to do with (Miller). He’s better, he’s more comfortable, and he understands things. He’s patient.”
Ohio State linebacker Ryan Shazier said Miller’s become more of a leader in practice, including with defensive players. With the issues Miller had at times last season, Herman said it’s understandable why it’s taken time for Miller to become accustomed to leading.
“I don’t know if he’s ever going to be a Tim Tebow or a Drew Brees just yell at you non-stop, fire-up-the-troops guy,” Herman said. “I think he has certainly come out of his shell…. Because of his lack development at times last year, he probably shouldn’t have been a very vocal leader and probably shouldn’t have been in the position that he was. Now that we see him continuing to grow as a quarterback which then in turn gives him more confidence and gives him more capabilities to become a leader.
“He has become a better quarterback, which has allowed him to become a better leader.”
Miller said he learned to be a better leader this offseason, going so far as to organize throwing sessions with teammates.
“That’s what the guys look forward to in a leader on the offense,” Miller said. “On the defensive side too. It gets them going and makes them feel better… I’m a different type of person on the field.”
There are plenty of weapons surrounding Miller on offense. Carlos Hyde, Jordan Hall, and Rod Smith return to add depth at running back. Devin Smith and Corey Brown return at receiver. Several freshman look to make an immediate impact on offense.
“I’ve got ten other guys on the field with me, and I just want to make them better, to the point that we can go farther and win a Big Ten title,” Miller said.
The 2013 season is the first to be unscathed by the “Tattoo-gate” scandal of 2010. The Buckeyes have no postseason ban in their road for this December.
“It feels a lot better,” Miller said. “You got something to look forward to towards the end. It was a good season last year for the seniors going 12-0. We’ve got to make the best of it this year.”
Miller said a part of that comes from avoiding distractions like the kind teammates Hyde, Bradley Roby and Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel ran into in the offseason.
“I try to stay out of all that stuff,” Miller said. “… I just keep it level-headed. When I’m on the field, I just go about my business.”
Ohio State’s business begins on Aug. 31 against Buffalo.
“We’ve still got a couple things we’ve got to get organized,” Miller said. “So far, it’s going good. There’s a lot of things we’ve got to overcome, we’ve got to come back together as a family. Hopefully we get those two extra games we didn’t get last year.”
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A study of nearly 4000 Taiwanese, led by Emeritus Professor Mark Wahlqvist from Monash University’s Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine and the Monash Asia Institute, considered the role increased consumption of dairy foods had played in the country’s gains in health and longevity.
The results held up even in communities where dairy doesn’t form a part of a traditional part of the diet.
“In a dominantly Chinese food culture, unaccustomed to dairy foods, consuming them up to seven times a week does not increase mortality and may have favourable effects on stroke,” Professor Wahlqvist said.
Cancer and cardiovascular disease are the leading causes of death among Taiwanese. When Professor Wahlqvist’s study began in 1993, there was little apparent concern about dairy foods, in contrast to a current belief that they may be harmful to health and in particular raise the risk of cancer.
The study showed such fears to be unfounded.
“We observed that increased dairy consumption meant lower risks of mortality from cardiovascular disease, especially stroke, but found no significant association with the risk of cancer,” Professor Wahlqvist said.
Milk and other dairy foods are recognised as providing a broad spectrum of nutrients essential for human health. According to the study findings, people only need to eat small amounts to gain the benefits.
“A little is beneficial and a lot is unnecessary,” Professor Wahlqvist said.
“Those who ate no dairy had higher blood pressure, higher body mass index and greater body fatness generally than other groups. But Taiwanese who included dairy food in their diet only three to seven times a week were more likely to survive than those who ate none.”
The study, which was published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition, also involved researchers from the National Health Research Institutes and National Defence Medical Centre in Taiwan.

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OKLAHOMA CITY, Dec. 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner John D. Doak released the following statement about the Oklahoma Supreme Court ruling handed down today, rejecting a constitutional challenge to the new workers' compensation law.
"The ruling today is great news for economic development and jobs in the state of Oklahoma. Oklahoma currently has one of the highest average costs of workers' compensation benefits in the nation, which has had an enormous impact on our state economy. The new law has already shown significant workers' compensation insurance rate decreases across the state and will continue to bring positive change to our state by ensuring Oklahoma is one of the best places to do business. I applaud the court for the expedited ruling to uphold the law and reject the challenge brought against it," said Doak. "The Oklahoma Insurance Department stands ready to assist businesses, the Legislature and the Workers' Compensation Commission in moving forward with implementation of the historic new law."
About the Oklahoma Insurance Department
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Soft pastels and gentle yarns fill this issue of Interweave Knits. This issue includes two stories; a beautiful collection of elegant, springtime sweaters and tees, and a charming selection of lacy shawls and colorful socks. Enjoy a hilarious article about trying to use artificial intelligence to write knitting patterns, and learn from knitting expert Karen Frisa about how to knit on the bias. With 15 projects to choose from, your season is sure to be filled with the first signs of spring!

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Think about the 8 women closest to you...your wife, mother, sister, daughter...perhaps yourself. Statistically, 1 of these women will be stricken with the horror of breast cancer. My grandmother was a breast cancer survivor. Thanks in part to early detection, she was able to get the care she needed.
I've committed to walking 60 miles to help raise money to insure that all women have access to early detection and treatment as well.
Please help my efforts by making a tax deductible donation to the Avon Breast Cancer 3-Day Walk in my name.
If you or a loved one has suffered from Breast Cancer, please send me their name and I will honor them by putting it on a t-shirt I am making to wear the last day of the walk.
Thank you in advance for your kindess and generosity.
Blessed are those that give without remembering and take without forgetting.
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The sprawling 3,200-square-foot loft at 377 West 11th Street has just sold for asking, according to city records. Apartment 1A is currently configured as a 3BR/2BA loft, but one of the bedrooms can be a guest bedroom or study, depending on what the new owner desires. The $3.45 million airy loft is accented by glazed glass throughout, making for an even more light-filled space. This architect-designed co-op doesn’t do anything halfway, with a spectacular foyer greeting you and ushering you into a living/dining room with 15-foot ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, and custom bookshelves. And we’re not talking just a few books, here. Get out your library card because these bookshelves have their own second story.
There’s a large chef’s kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, including a 40-bottle, temperature-controlled wine fridge. A center island opens the kitchen up to the rest of the entertaining space so the new owner can watch her guests ooh and ahh over her splendid new pad (and make sure no one’s kids are trying any insane acrobatics off that bookshelf staircase).
A wide hallway separates the entertainment space from two guest bedrooms, both with translucent industrial sliding doors and a renovated bath. But the space that needs no introduction gets a big one anyway–and yes, we’re talking about the master suite.
According to the listing, a “sculptural steel staircase” leads to the expansive master suite. And if you don’t believe in judging a book by its cover, think again, because the master suite offers more than just a grand entrance. Inside, there’s a giant walk-in closet that could find a tenant for $600/month rent, easily; and a bathroom framed by glass panels. Features in the bathroom include a deep soaking tub, and a Bisazza-tiled shower.
We don’t know a whole lot about the new owner other than that she’s moving from West 4th Street so she’ll be very familiar with the West Village and its fine restaurants and shops. We imagine she’ll be even happier to be that much closer to the Hudson Waterfront Park, and when she comes home from a long day in the sun, spent gazing at the water, she’ll surely enjoy the quiet, spacious loft, and all the privacy it has to offer.
[Listing: 377 West 11th Street by Halstead Property]
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The Surrey Historical Society (SHS) meets on the second Saturday from 10:00am to 11:00am from September to November and February to June, in the lower meeting room of the Surrey Archives at 17671 – 56th Avenue, Surrey, BC (unless otherwise advised). Enter at the east lower door. The meeting is often followed by a free presentation at the Museum of Surrey on some aspect of Surrey’s history. All members of the public are welcome to attend. (Note: During the pandemic, the meeting will be held online via Zoom – email surreyhistoricalsociety [at] gmail.com for link – replace [at] with @)
Note during the Pandemic, meetings are held via Zoom. Contact the Surrey Historical Society to join the meeting.
The Surrey Historical Society was founded in 1968, and incorporated in 1969. This Society is an important resource for Surrey’s history. Its mandate is to promote Surrey’s heritage; to support the preservation of Surrey‘s historical materials, artifacts and sites that are deemed to be of historical value; to support research and documentation; and to publish materials on Surrey’s history.

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Guiding Principles For Our Work
To guide the work we do together, the Board of Directors and staff of Our Saviour’s Community Services adopt a steadfast commitment to the following five principles:
In working together, we will value and recognize the unique knowledge, ability, and independence of each person. We are committed to treating all persons with fairness and impartiality. We desire to maintain credibility by matching actions with words.
Effective communication is key in facilitating good working relationships. We are committed to keeping lines of communication open, as we work in our respective roles to achieve the mission of the organization.
Joint Problem Solving
We believe that collectively we can arrive at the best solution to any situation, through a joint approach to problem solving. We seek an environment in which we are all open to change and can work together to explore options and develop mutually agreeable solutions.
As a direct-service organization that is dedicated to justice, we have a responsibility to support the many diverse cultures, perspectives, and abilities of all people. We value all forms of diversity as community and individual assets and ensure that we portray that diversity in our work and daily decision-making.
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Honesty and integrity are the foundations of our work. As stewards of public and private resources and trust, together we will comply with applicable laws and act honestly and ethically.
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Hey new plant parents! How has your journey been so far in caring for your plant babies? Surely you’ll agree that being a plant parent is challenging yet fulfilling at the same time! Seeing your plant babies grow and thrive at home is a simple joy to have. Caring for your indoor plants requires you to give all the love, care, and attention that you can muster up! If you’ve been looking for the ultimate guide on how to care for indoor plants, then we’re glad you stumbled upon this article. Read on to find out all the things you need to know so you can be the best plant parent to your plants!
Watering Indoor Plants
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Watering plants may be a tricky task, especially if you’re a first-time plant parent. If you already have a watering can, then you’re headed towards the right direction. As a newbie plant parent, you might have few questions that you desperately need answers to. So we’ve answered some frequently asked questions to help you out!
1. How much water do my plants need?
Your indoor plants need water just as much as you do! Just like humans, the amount of water needed by each indoor plant varies. This depends on a few factors like the size of the pot it’s in and how much sunlight it gets daily. Plants in bigger pots dry out slower than those in smaller pots. Also, the more direct and brighter the sunlight your plant gets, the faster it will dry out. Make sure to keep these in mind!
When thinking of the amount of water for your plant, you also have to consider the natural environment it thrives in. Desert plants like succulents and cacti thrive in dry environments. So, they don’t need that much water compared to most plants. Plus, the intervals between each watering will be much longer. If your plant’s natural environment is in a place that often gets a lot of rain, then the plant would surely enjoy a lot of water. Let it drink up! For others, their rule of thumb is to water your plants with the amount that measures up to 1/4 of the pot your plant is in.
2. When should I water my plants?
Knowing when to water your plants is a skill that every plant parent needs to master. To easily know if your plant needs water, stick your finger at least 2 inches deep into the soil if your pot is small or medium in size. For plants in bigger pots, stick your finger in at least ⅓ of the soil If there is soil on your finger upon taking it out, then it means it’s still moist and wet enough for your plant. You can then hold off on the watering. If it’s dry, then you need to water your plant right away. Another indication that your plant needs water is if its leaves are wilting. If the soil is dry, your plant’s roots will be dry too. If the roots are dry, then water will come from the leaves instead, causing it to wilt.
The best time of day to water your plants depends on you too! For most plant parents, they prefer to water their plants in the morning. Doing so will prevent it from sitting in extremely wet soil. This is thanks to the morning sunlight!
3. What else do I have to watch out for?
As plant parents, it’s a definite must to put your plants in a pot with a drainage hole. Without it, water won’t drain and this will result in root rot. Once your plant gets root rot, it will only be a matter of time before it dies. You wouldn’t want that for your plant baby! Having a drainage hole in the pot will allow the excess water to drain, preventing root rot.
Another thing to take note of is the temperature of the water you’re giving to your plants. Most plants love warm water, not cold! Warm water is also your best bet because it absorbs better into soil. For plants who love humid environments, make sure that they’re not placed in a room with low humidity. If that’s the case, then you will have to water them more frequently. This is because being in low humidity will make the plant lose water a lot quicker. A trick that you can also do is to place your indoor plants close to each other. This will allow them to share each other’s humidity.
Sunlight for Indoor Plants
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If you’ve read The Ultimate Guide to Buying Indoor Plants article, you’d see that we briefly touched on the sunlight aspects when it comes to caring for your indoor plants. Remember: light is food for plants! Before you buy your indoor plant, make sure to research well about what that plant needs. The amount of sunlight plants need varies. Keep reading to find out the answers to questions you’ve probably been pondering about!
1. How do I differentiate the different kinds of light?
If “bright light”, “medium light”, and “low light” still confuse you, then do the simple shadow test to find out for sure! Simply get a piece of white, blank paper and put it in the spot where you plan to put your plant. This is best done during midday. Then, put your hand above the paper. If the shadow of your hand on the paper is sharp and defined, then it’s bright light. If it has a softer shadow, then it’s medium light. For plants that require low light, put it a few feet away from the window where sunlight comes in. It’s just as easy as that!
2. How do I know if my plant is getting enough sunlight?
One thing to always remember is that your plant will show you what it needs. It gives off signs so you will be able to tell what it needs. If its leaves are brown and starting to wilt, then most often that not, it means it’s getting too much sunlight. Move it to a different spot right away. Don’t let it reach the point where its leaves “burn” because of too much sunlight. On the other hand, if your plant is not getting adequate sunlight, it will start to look for it. In this case, its stems will stretch out in search of sunlight. This is bad news because once your plant undergoes extended growth, it won’t be able to recover.
Fertilizing Indoor Plants
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1. What is a fertilizer for?
You’ve probably heard of fertilizing plants. The pro tip in fertilizing is that you have to remember that it’s just a supplement. Much like how taking vitamins will give you an extra boost. Over time, your plant’s soil will lose its minerals, so adding fertilizer will provide more for your plants.
2. When do my plants need fertilizer?
Remember that you don’t have to do it regularly! Once a year is good enough for your plants. If you have indoor plants that grow fast, it needs fertilizer more often than those that don’t grow quickly. On top of that, plants that bear fruits and/or flowers need fertilizers more often too! For low-light plants and recently potted ones, these don’t require fertilizers.
Propagating Indoor Plants
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Propagating is probably the most challenging way of caring for your plants. Despite the challenges it brings, the satisfaction you’ll get when it successfully propagates will be worth it. How do you propagate, you may ask? Grab your pruning shears and let’s get started! Scissors will do the job too.
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City to cut, clean 15 properties
Published 12:00 am Tuesday, August 21, 2001
[8/21/01] Cutting and cleaning of 15 parcels in Vicksburg was approved Monday, including one vacant lot held by the owners of a long-vacant landmark.
Along with cleaning the empty lots of weeds and debris, elected officials also approved tearing down structures and clearing four other sites as part of a mandate by Mayor Laurence Leyens to rid the city of crumbling buildings.
“We’re serious about cleaning up the community,” Leyens, who is out of town, said in a telephone interview.
A parcel at China and Cherry streets owned by Frank Imes was among those that the building inspector sought permission to have cleaned. Imes is also the owner of The Aeolian apartments at Cherry and Clay streets
“There are no sacred cows,” Leyens said. “I told (building inspector) Charles James to proceed on schedule.”
As in past administrations, a step-by-step process must be followed to identify non-complying property, locate and notify owners and provide them in time to respond.
After those attempts fail, inspectors take their files to the city board, which has the authority to cut and clean vacant lots or tear down structures and bill the owners through property taxes.
“We have exhausted all means of enforcement on these properties,” said Dalton McCarty with the city inspection department.
McCarty said a certified letter requesting that the vacant lot at 1212 Cherry St. be cleaned was received by Imes’ office Aug. 6. He said he has not gotten a response to the request.
Leyens said he has talked to Imes about the Aeolian, but not about the vacant lot. He said Imes assured him that work would begin on the 77-year-old building at Cherry and Clay within two weeks.
The building, which has been vacant since 1991, was under a city demolition order in 1999 but action was stopped when Imes, president of Renovations of Mississippi Inc., bought the building.
Since then, some work has been done on the building, including the installation of a chain-link fence and replacement of windows.
Built in 1924 and advertised as the city’s first fire-proof apartments, the building contributed to the placement of downtown Vicksburg on the National Register of Historic Districts.
Original plans were to convert the building into one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments.
In other matters the board:
Took public comment from two downtown property owners concerning the Main Street taxing district.
Received sealed bids for the cleanup of dump sites.
Authorized repairs at the city’s wate3r treatment plant.
Heard from a representative of the Harley Owners Group who will hold a convention at the Vicksburg Convention Center on Oct. 12 and Oct. 13. The group is requesting a waiver of the city open container ordinance at the convention center for that weekend. The board took no action on the request Monday, but promised to have an answer by Friday’s board meeting.
Approved a parade permit for a Veterans’ Day parade on Nov. 10.
Appointed Tom Pharr, owner of Anchuca Bed and Breakfast, to the Board of Architectural Review to replace Skippy J. Tuminello and David Clement, local architect, to replace Kaki Leyens who resigned after her husband was elected mayor.
Authorized a refund in the amount of $534.49 to Addie Clark for sewer charges. Clark was being charged by the city for sewer services, but her home was not connected.
The board will meet again at 10 a.m., Friday at City Hall Annex.


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Hello, today’s recipe is for Gluten and Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Seed Butter.
A little bit of a different recipe tonight. I know a few of you are also nut free and have asked before about alternatives to peanut butter. I had some pumpkin seeds in the cupboard and I decided to have a go at making a seed butter.
The lovely roasted pumpkin seeds go perfectly with the ground cinnamon. I used this spread on bagels, brioche and pancakes.
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Pumpkin Spice Seed Butter (Gluten & Dairy Free)
Looking for an alternative to peanut butter? Try out my recipe for Gluten and Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Seed Butter
Preheat the oven to 160 oC
Lay out the pumpkin seeds on a lined baking sheet, roast in the oven for 10 minutes then set aside to cool for 10 minutes.
Place the pumpkin seeds, olive oil, maple syrup/honey and cinnamon in a blender. Blitz until smooth and transfer to a small jar.


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Most are unaware that giraffes have venous pressures of more than 250 mmHg at their ankles – three times more than humans. Why is that important?
Inspired by nature, circaid has incorporated this concept into its inelastic products, designing the “perfect alternative” to traditional compression therapy. The first patented circaid legging (short for circulation aid) was inspired by a giraffe’s inelastic skin – this core technology would evolve into all future circaid products.
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circaid has a comprehensive product line with many inelastic, adjustable products for venous, lymphatic, and wound care applications, featuring both ready-to-wear and custom-fit options. No matter the condition, circaid has a solution for every patient.
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NAMI Louisiana Meets With East Baton Rouge Parish Main Library
On Thursday, May 24, NAMI Louisiana met at the East Baton Rouge Parish Main Library to discuss mental health community resources with each of the branches throughout the parish. The East Baton Rouge Parish Library system is a vital community service organization that connects its patrons with free information, material, resources, and technology, which is why NAMI Louisiana was proud to discuss our peer-led programs that can provide free education, skills training and support.
Among those representing NAMI Louisiana, we were proud to have Tonja Myles, a Peer Support Specialist, bring forth not only her lived experience with having a mental health condition, but also the local resources she has found and worked with to help the community gain a better understanding of how to navigate a mental health crisis. She stressed the importance of those within the library staff undergoing mental health first aid training, so that they can better be able to recognize the signs of patrons experiencing a mental health crisis and help direct them to local organizations that can help them receive the treatment they need.
At NAMI Louisiana, our mission to eradicate the stigma, myths, and misconceptions of mental illnesses begins through education and community outreach. Even though one in four families experience some form of brain disorder, there are few educational sources that explain the treatment and recovery process. The lack of knowledge about brain disorders in the medical profession and the public is immense. Through developing close working relationships with many collaborative coalitions such as the East Baton Rouge Parish Library System, we are better able to educate our members and the public.


Barack Obama “Obama declares Iraq war over with all US troops home at year’s end” - TheHill.com by Sam Youngman, 10/21/11
Some of us have been working for this end for nine years. I want to see all the details, especially about PMCs guarding the world’s largest embassy, but this is a positive step. Next up, Afghanistan.
No doubt Obama’s trying to shore up his base. Bring it.


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Syphilis is an STD caused by a bacteria called spirochete.
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The Rumukia Farmers’ Cooperative Society Ltd is a group of 617 farmers and 320 women farmers in the Nyeri district. Close to Mount Kenya, it benefits from a volcanic soil rich in nutrients, perfect for the cultivation of exceptional coffees. The altitude of these plantations allows for coffees with a very specific terroir. This light roast Thunguri is characterised by a markedly acidic taste accompanied by aromas of citrus, red fruits and chocolate.
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Readers of Wine Business Magazine have selected a Heathcote business for an annual WineRules Awards.BRONWYN BEYERS June 27, 2014 3:10am
Heathcote’s reputation as a premier wine region received a recent boost when the Heathcote Wine Hub was voted the best boutique wine store in Australia.
Customers across Australia voted during May for their favourite independent wine stores across four categories in Wine Business Magazine’s annual WineRules Awards.
Heathcote Wine Hub owner Brett Marsh said the award was testimony to the steadily growing popularity of the Heathcote Wine region.
‘‘The hub is unique,’’ Mr Marsh said.
‘‘It represents wines from across the whole Heathcote region, all under one roof.
‘‘Visitors can enjoy a personal tasting of up to 24 regional wines or buy from a choice of around 200, but it really comes down to customer experience.
‘‘Our staff have exceptional knowledge of the region, its wines and its winemakers, and they love to share their passion and knowledge with our customers,’’ Mr Marsh said.
Heathcote Wine Hub manager Steve Oates said he was pleased with the award and especially the overwhelming online response from happy customers
‘‘We’re very thankful for the support,’’ Mr Oates said.
‘‘We have a great, loyal base of customers and their support was a major contributor to winning the award.’’
Brett and Jodi Marsh bought the former Cellar and Store in Heathcote in April 2012 and after renovations re-opened the store as the Heathcote Wine Hub in June 2012.
The aim was to provide a single destination to showcase the quality, value and diversity of Heathcote’s many great wines and winemakers.
‘‘It is great to be recognised as one of Australia’s best and we’re proud of the great diversity of wines we sell from Heathcote,’’ Mr Oates said.
Melbourne’s Blackhearts and Sparrows store won the best large wine store category, while the honours in the specialty store category were shared by Wine Republic (Fitzroy), Bond’s Fine Wines (Northbridge, NSW) and Armadale Cellars in Melbourne.
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The Alphazita autumn retreat is now over…
We want to thank you all for joining us in world’s first Holistic Fertility Retreat. A team of dedicated international experts including conventional medicine doctors, complementary medicine practitioners and therapists have been brought together to enhance your fertility by nurturing and nourishing your body, heart, mind and soul.
Special thanks to our amazing team: Dr Elias Tsakos, Dr Kanelina Bimpa, Gordana Petrovic, Rosie Letts, Clare Spink, Sarah Holland and David Gibbon, for all their support, inspiration and creativity!
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Juniper Networks Inc. last month released a policy management appliance aimed at securing the network infrastructure by building more intelligent firewalls and combining router technology to effectively marshal more agile business processes.
Juniper’s Infranet architecture calls for placing its appliances, dubbed Infranet Controllers, into a network so users can authenticate themselves. The devices send an Infranet Agent — a Java applet or Active X agent — down to the computer to scan it for compliance with network security policies. This includes looking for updated virus signatures, software patches and the like.
Achieving agility in a secure business environment demands an entirely holistic perspective on IT security, according to Mark Bouchard, founder of Millerville, Md.-based Missing Link Security Services LLC, and Juniper’s Infranet strategy takes a suitably integrated approach.
“What’s needed is a systems integration approach. Perimeter control, protection at the edge of the network, is not enough anymore,” said Bouchard, a former analyst with Stamford, Conn.-based Meta Group Inc.
“The traditional model of securing the perimeter needs to be extended to a more pervasive perimeter, one that brings [security measures] much closer to the data centre.”
Bouchard, speaking at a ComputerWorld-Network World Canada Live Tour event in Toronto recently, outlined a security model that draws the perimeter inward to isolate the internal network.
Bouchard says security needs to smarten up to keep up with evolving cyber threats. “Security measures have to advance inward, upward and outward,” he said.
The idea is to group technically related computing resources, such as servers and applications, into business units and then build internal firewalls around each unit, integrating these where practical.
The Internet demilitarized zone (DMZ) also needs strengthening and the data centre requires its own best-of-breed security, encompassing firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (as opposed to detection systems) and anti-virus engines, says Bouchard.
The upward evolution of security seeks to gain a higher level of application awareness and control, moving beyond layer-7 security to target specific utility applications, business applications and sensitive data.
The boundaries of the secure edge are also pushed outward to remote computing, using SSL VPN technology.
Ryan Gerome, director of emerging technologies for Sunnyvale, Calif.-based Juniper, says the Infranet strategy is aimed at securing five key areas of the network: data centres; campus (local area network and wireless LAN); wide area network (WAN) gateways (Web, e-mail and business applications); distributed enterprise (remote and branch offices); and extended enterprise (mobile workers and business partners).
Each level of security intelligence — network, application, user and end point — focuses on control of delivery, use and threat, says Gerome. “If there’s granular visibility at each of these levels, we can set more defined policy access,” he said.
“The Infranet is not new technology, it’s just a new application of the technology. We’ve taken SSL VPN technology and made it LAN-facing. It’s the integration of end point, application and network intelligence for policy enforcement.”
Juniper touts its architecture as less intrusive than Cisco’s Network Admission Control (NAC) system because it overlays security on LANs without requiring costly switch upgrades. NAC requires that Cisco switches be brought up to an acceptable IOS software version.
To use switches as enforcement points, Juniper’s Infranet requires the cooperation of other vendors, which may prove challenging in the case of Cisco. Juniper has a partner program of its own for this purpose and is working with the Trusted Computing Group to develop specifications that switch vendors can adopt to enable them to become enforcement points.
Microsoft’s Network Access Protection (NAP) scheme also relies on other vendors’ gear to enforce policies and, like Cisco’s plan, is supported by an extensive partner program. Other vendors, such as Aventail, Elemental and Sygate, offer products that can be used to control network access without relying on network hardware for enforcement.
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New York (Knewz) — Where’s the beef?
A woman has sued Beyond Meat, claiming their product misled consumers about how much protein is inside the plant-based alternative.
Recently in a New York federal court, Kathlyn Cascio sued Beyond Meat, Inc., over the allegations of deceptive packages. Beyond Meat has yet to respond to the lawsuit or to Knewz’s request for comment.
Cascio noted she purchases products at New York stores as her daughter is a vegan, according to court records obtained by Knewz.
The packages claim the food inside provides 20 grams of protein per serving and 40 percent of the daily protein value suggested by experts, according to the lawsuit. However, Cascio said it only contains 18 grams and 35 percent of the daily value.
If the packages had been accurate, Cascio said she would not have brought the products.
Protein is an essential part of a diet, and many vegetarians find it challenging to get enough, the suit contends. That is why they turn to products like Beyond Meat.
There is a national standard to calculate the protein content of the food, according to the lawsuit. Cascio said that Beyond Meat uses the wrong calculation to come up with its packaging, and therefore the figures are inaccurate.
She also claims that Beyond Meat knows its product is false and it would have tested the product before putting it on sale.
The suit asks for an unspecified amount of money. It also doesn’t note how many consumers have been impacted by the alleged misrepresentation of protein.

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March 28, 2017 – SF BASEBALL
Gainesville, FL – The NJCAA #15/FCSAA #6 Santa Fe College Saints will open a three-game series against Lake Sumter Wednesday, March 29, in Gainesville ay 3 p.m. Kyle Morton will take the ball for the Saints in the opener.
The SF Saints have won all four of their MFC series thus far. They took two of three from St. John’s River, Seminole State and Florida State College-Jacksonville, and swept the College of Central Florida.
The game can be seen live at www.santafesaints.com/saintssportsnetwork
For complete schedules, stats, and more information please visit www.santafesaints.com


It resembles the Camaro, so how about a V8?
We have to give Chevrolet designers a lot of credit for giving the new Blazer crossover a very Camaro-like exterior design. Even the interior is quite sporty. Both are good things but at the end of the day, the reborn Blazer is not built on a rear-wheel-drive architecture like its ancestors. Instead, it's front-wheel-drive, utilizing GM's C1XX platform which also underpins the GMC Acadia and Cadillac XT5. In short, it's a car-based setup slightly adapted for crossovers. That has some drawbacks, among them the lack of a body on frame setup for true off-roading fun. But the new Blazer still has tons of potential thanks to its newfound sporty nature, like how about a Blazer SS?
ChevyBlazer.org has cooked up this pair of rendered images showing very clearly what a potential Blazer SS could look like assuming it's given the production green light.
It's most obvious target would be the new Ford Edge ST. If performance crossovers are now a thing then it makes total sense for Chevy to offer up a competitor to its cross-town rival. The rendered Blazer SS you see here has some enhanced bodywork, tons of black trim (we especially dig the black hood) and the larger 21-inch wheels available on the current RS trim. There's also a lowered suspension and beefier brakes. All-wheel-drive would be standard in order to handle the higher power output.
And speaking of which, what engine would GM drop under the hood? Well, in an ideal world, that would be the Camaro's 6.2-liter V8 with 455 hp. Unfortunately, that would be impossible because that engine was engineered to work with RWD platforms only. Pity. Not all is lost, though. GM does have other high-output engines at its disposal.
Our number one candidate is the turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 found in the likes of the Cadillac CT6, where it produces 404 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque. A Blazer SS with this turbo V6 would outgun the Edge ST's 335 hp and 400 lb-ft. The CT6's engine is connected to a 10-speed automatic whereas the Blazer currently has a nine-speed unit. If Chevy were to use this engine (please do, guys), then chances are a gearbox swap might be necessary. Now the question is whether or not Chevy will build a Blazer SS? Given the sudden rise of performance crossovers, we think it's only a matter of time.


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We hope you will get behind this effort for Pan Am’s documentary film.
After a great many months under development, the Pan Am Historical Foundation can finally announce that the documentary film Across the Pacific is close to becoming reality, but we need your help to reach the goal.
When the China Clipper took off for the first scheduled flight to Manila on November 22, 1935, she riveted the attention of people around the world. At that moment Pan Am vaulted to a commanding position and the world changed forever as a result.
But the trail of events leading up to that day is not so well known. That's the story that will be brought to life in "Across the Pacific." Newly unearthed archival motion pictures, photographs, and original sound recordings as well as stunning graphics, will help bring this history back to life.
The film by Moreno/Lyons Productions will bring the epic story of how Pan American Airways became the first to bridge the mighty Pacific - the first airline to cross any ocean. Focusing in particular on the contributions of Pan Am’s visionary leader Juan Trippe, aircraft designer Igor Sikorsky, and radio engineer Hugo Leuteritz, the multipart program will be broadcast on public television.
The television production’s budget is over 1 million dollars. Much of that is already pledged, including a major production grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities and funds provided through the auspices of third parties including the Pan Am Historical Foundation.


The Taranaki Daily News featured The Cathedral Project last weekend and it was great being front and centre of Saturday's paper. You can read all about it here. As well as some more details about the project it was great to see the amazing work of the Community Café profiled. Manaakitanga in action it was called! Such a great community hub with volunteers that front up day after day! Reporter Deena Coster who wrote the feature also took some time to... read more
The church has always had a presence in our community and plays a vibrant role in the city’s culture. We aim to strengthen our presence through The Cathedral Project: A Taranaki Taonga. Understanding our past to build our future.
Our Midnight Mass of the Nativity marked the birth of Jesus with song and prayer. The appreciative crowd enjoyed a range of carols before the service began at 11.30pm. A beautiful atmosphere for a service marking this very special time of year. read more
Everyone loves a good Christmas pantomine and the crowds that were at the Interim Cathedral on Christmas Eve were treated to the classic Christmas story. A young audience member said" "I thought it was really cool having a live donkey and getting people seeing the story rather than just telling it...." A visiting family member said it was the mixture of young and old in the audience that made the day for her. "It was wonderful seeing so many families... read more
We are cooking up all sorts of services and events for Christmas this year. Check out the latest details below. read more
Cathedral Cakes are returning as Taranaki Cathedral’s team of home bakers prepare a limited run of the popular Christmas treats. A batch of the 750 gram Cathedral Cakes, named because their multi-coloured fruit echoes the stained glass windows of church cathedrals, sold out last year. All proceeds from the cakes will support the restoration of Taranaki Cathedral’s stained glass windows, part of the $15m project designed to strengthen the historic cathedral. Sensitive site developments will transform Taranaki Cathedral into a significant... read more
We are delighted to announce a special package deal on our Taranaki Cathedal designer tea towels ahead of the Christmas rush. Excellent for display, as a collectors item or even if you are planning on conducting a PhD (Polishing Heaps of Dishes) Available from Taranaki Cathedral or at Stop-In. read more
Thanks so much to everyone who took came and enjoyed The Great Cathedral Gala over the weekend. The Gala raised $5700 for the mission and minsitry of Taranaki Cathedral, and hundreds of people enjoyed themselves in the process. Thanks so much to all those who donated good, prepared food, organised games or otherwise helped out to make the day a success. read more
Our Great Cathedral Gala is gearing up again this year on Saturday 21 September. A regular highlight of the spring second-hand season, this classic fundraiser and family event has some new twists to it this year. It will run from 9am-1pm at Taranaki Cathedral’s Peace Hall and Hatherly Hall. Hot food will be served fresh in the Hatherly Hall including and there will be Devonshire Teas, home baking and plenty of quality jams and chutneys for sale. The Peace Hall... read more
Have you heard the news about the pews? We are in the process of contacting people with family links to a Taranaki Cathedral pew to buy one as part of our exciting site development project. Find out what is happening and how to register your interest here Watch Bryan Vickery from Hokonui talk to Communications Adviser Andrew Moffat about the pews here Our months long search for potential family buyers finishes on 20 September. The pews will then be made available... read more
We had a great time sharing more visuals and details about The Cathedral Project today with some of our kids, Archbishop Philip Richardson and architect Jennie Goddard. Thanks everyone for coming along, it was great to hear the questions and excitement around the project. The pizza was pretty good too. read more
There are no upcoming special events just yet - make sure you check back later though.
7am Bishop's Eucharist
8:30am Morning Prayer
10am Crafty Connections
8:30am Morning Prayer


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Are you ready to lace up your hiking boots and hit the trails? Salida, Colorado is a true hiker’s paradise with stunning vistas, challenging terrain, and an abundance of wildlife. From beginner-friendly nature walks to heart-pumping summit climbs, there’s something for everyone in this outdoor playground. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out on your hiking journey, Salida has plenty of trails waiting to be explored. So grab your gear and get ready for an unforgettable adventure in one of Colorado’s most scenic destinations!
What is Salida Hiking?
Salida hiking is a type of backpacking in which hikers leave their campsite early in the morning and hike to a higher elevation before descending back down to their original campground. This type of hiking is typically less crowded than other backpacking routes and can provide stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Hikers should be prepared for a strenuous day on the trail, as it often involves climbing up and down hills. It is also important to be aware of weather conditions, as salida hiking can be dangerous if torrential rainfall or snowfall occurs. In general, though, salida hiking provides an interesting and unique experience that is well worth taking on for those looking for a little luxury in their backpacking trips.
The Different Types of hikes available in Salida
There are a variety of hikes available in Salida, each with its own unique features and benefits. Some of the most popular hikes include the Indian Peaks Trail, the Big Thompson Trail, and the San Juan Mountains National Monument.
Each hike offers a different experience that can be enjoyed by all types of hikers. The Indian Peaks Trail is a moderate hike that leads up to several mountain peaks, while the Big Thompson Trail is a more challenging trail that takes you through some of Colorado’s most scenic areas. The San Juan Mountains National Monument offers something for everyone with its many trails that range from short walks to strenuous hikes.
No matter which hike you choose, be sure to take plenty of water and snacks with you so you can enjoy your time outdoors without having to worry about anything else.
What to bring on a hike in Salida
If you’re planning on hiking in Salida, be sure to pack plenty of water and snacks. You’ll also want a hat and sunscreen, as the sun can be intense up in the mountains. And if you’re picnic-ing on your hike, bring some supplies like plates, cups, and napkins. Finally, remember that bears are common in the wilds of Salida, so make sure to keep your foodSECURE!
When backpacking in wet weather, it is important to have the best camp shoes possible to keep your feet and ankles safe. There are a variety of shoes on the market that can be great for this type of activity, but some factors to consider when selecting a shoe include fit, waterproofing, and stability.
Fit is key when choosing a camping shoe.
The Hoka One One Torin 2 GTX is a shoe designed for long distance running and hiking. It is also waterproof and breathable, making it great for backpacking in wet weather.
The Salomon X Ultra 3D GTX is another great option for Backpacking in Wet Weather. It features waterproof and durable construction, as well as GORE-TEX membrane technology that helps protect your feet from moisture and debris.
The Best Time of Year to go hiking in Salida
The best time of year to go hiking in Salida is between May and September. The weather is usually mild, with highs in the 70s and lows in the 50s. This is a great time to visit Salida because there are not as many tourists around, making it easier to find solitude. The trails are also less crowded, which means you’ll have a lot more space to explore. More Post Visit.
What to do if you get lost on a hike in Salida
If you find yourself lost on a hike in Salida, there are a few things you can do to try and get back on track. First, make sure you have an accurate map of the area with you. If you don’t have a map, try to find natural features that mark the boundaries of different sections of the park – like ridges, hills, or streams – so you can orient yourself.
If that’s not possible, look for any landmarks or signposts that may be visible from nearby trails or roads. Finally, always stay alert and keep an eye out for any potential danger zones – like cliffs or fast-moving water – that could lead to Serious Injury or Death if you got lost in them.

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European regulation with respect to CO2 emission is becoming more and more stringent. Sectors such as transport, energy or construction are demanding lightweight and high-performance materials. Dense metals are being replaced by lighter metals or by polymer composites. However, each one individually does not meet all requirements for mechanical, electrical and thermal abilities; moreover, providing multi-functional products expected by these markets at right cost is boosting the need for further integration of functional elements (materials, electronic components) in the structure and, at the same time, setting-up new processes to reduce cycle times and produce net-shape parts.
The OASIS project aims at fulfilling market potential of nano-enabled multifunctional lightweight composites, particularly of polymer-matrix and aluminium composites. The OASIS gathers manufacturing capacity of 12 pilot lines for the industrial production of nanoscale structures in unprocessed form, intermediate products with nanoscale features and nano-enabled products as well as other complementary technical (modeling, characterization, toxicology, life cycle assessment) and nontechnical services (Business innovation coaching, business planning, access to private capital). These modular services will be provided to companies, particularly to SMEs, to gain access to unique facilities and knowledge without high capital investment. Such support is particularly needed at the crossroads between three KETs (nanotechnologies, advanced materials and advanced manufacturing and processes) and in era of multifunctional products when wide scope of know-how is needed for pre-production or industrial low-medium volume production.
The companies will access these wide offering infrastructures by a single-entry point, which will ensure quality customer relationship and management from request formalization to delivery.
The multi-pilot line manufacturing capacity of OASIS will be validated by 6 industrial showcases, where lightweight products (TRL6-7) ensure significant impact in construction, automotive, energy and aeronautic industries. The OASIS will set up economically sustainable open innovation structure, leveraging the previous investments for the full benefit of European companies introducing new added-value products based on nanotechnologies
Sustainable manufacturing of nanotechnology is the final OASIS´s ambition. This challenging concept encompasses the creation of more sustainable manufactured products and production technologies, that minimize negative environmental impacts, conserve energy and natural resources, are safe for employees, communities, and consumers and are economically sound. OASIS is therefore established to create an ecosystem for collaboration to drive innovation and strengthen competitiveness based on cutting-edge nanotechnologies through open innovation and integrated operation.
In order to develop this “creative ecosystem” some partial objectives should be fulfilled:
Objective 1. Development and organization of the open innovation testbed.
To develop and organize a sustainable OITB, OASIS project will aim at upscaling and upgrading 12 PLs and develop associated services to provide qualified nano-materials, nano-intermediates and nano-enabled products to meet industrial needs and accelerate market uptake of innovative lightweight multifunctional nano-enabled products.
OASIS will provide a full array of services. Technical services will go from primary concept to final qualification of the product (including materials selection and manufacturing processes, product and process design, modelling and simulation, testing and characterization). Non-technical services will help to understand and characterize the market needs, and ensure and accelerate actual market commercialization of developed products: diagnosis methodology and associated criteria, training, business support, IP, coaching to SMEs and access to finance/investors.
Objective 2 Set-up a Single Entry Point (SEP) for easier access to SMEs and sustainable operation/commercialization of the OITB service offer Wide spreading the use of nanotechnologies requires that potential customers can identify easily the right contact person and be confident in finding thorough support in such innovative (and sometimes perceived as risky) field as nanotechnologies.
Objective 3 Validation of upscale/upgrade of pilots and services
6 global leaders representing high-impact sectors (mobility/transportation, construction, packaging and energy) will implement in real cases the developed tangible materials and components through the 12 PLs and associated services: these will constitute the 6 showcases on which companies will work as proposed and will serve as the innovation lever for OASIS project.
Objective 4 Set up of Open Calls (OC) to validate the SEP and ensure the sustainability of the OITB ecosystem.The OASIS PLs and the associated services will be open to industry, in priority SMEs, individuals, academia and RTOs during the project through an Open Call (OC).
Objective 5 Democases development. Industries, and in particular SMEs, will have the opportunity to validate and test their innovation to achieve multi-functional nano-enabled products.
For ACCIONA our main objective is to manufacture by pultrusion fire resistant and highly corrosion resistant fibre reinforced polymer rebars and stirrups for reinforcing concrete.
Currently, there are some drawbacks for composite rebars to be overcome to become competitive to steel rebars: low fire-retardancy, slow productivity and difficult to reshape into stirrups. Different types of nanoparticles have shown that once incorporated into the resin FR performance improves. On the other side, inductively heatable (superpara)magnetic nanoparticles will be incorporated into the resin system, to better control the curing process. This will allow to speed up the curing reaction but also to reshape the rebars to form stirrups. All these solutions can be combined in single supraparticles leading to a new standard of pultruded composite rebars, potentially being competitive to steel rebars and highly advantageous with respect to mass.
January 2019 –June 2022 (42 Months)
- FUNDACION TECNALIA RESEARCH & INNOVATION Spain
- COMMISSARIAT A L ENERGIE ATOMIQUE ET AUX ENERGIES ALTERNATIVES France
- CENTRE TECHNIQUE INDUSTRIEL DE LA PLASTURGIE ET DES COMPOSITES France
- FRAUNHOFER GESELLSCHAFT ZUR FOERDERUNG DER ANGEWANDTEN FORSCHUNG E.V. Germany
- UNIVERSIDAD DE CASTILLA - LA MANCHA Spain
- PANEPISTIMIO PATRON Greece
- ALFRED-WEGENER-INSTITUT HELMHOLTZ-ZENTRUM FUR POLAR- UND MEERESFORSCHUNG Germany
- ACCIONA CONSTRUCCION SA Spain
- TMBK Partners Sp. z o.o. Poland
- SISTEPLANT SL Spain
- PLEIONE INNOVATIVE ENERGY APPLICATIONS SOCIETE ANONYME Greece
- AIRBUS OPERATIONS SL Spain
- THALES SA France
- FORD-WERKE GMBH Germany
- ADAMANT AERODIASTIMIKES EFARMOGES ETAIREIA PERIORISMENIS EFTHYNIS Greece
- VDL Fibertech Industries bv Netherlands
- ASOCIACION ESPANOLA DE NORMALIZACION Spain
- BLUMORPHO SAS France
- AMIRES SRO Czech Republic
- TECNALIA VENTURES SL
This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement No 814581