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Spring 2005 (13.1)
Water Buffalo in Azerbaijan
Prized for Its Milk and Meat
Dr. Farid Alakbarli
to Asia, water buffaloes appeared quite early (approximately
600 A.D.) in North Africa and the Middle East. During the Middle
Ages, they were introduced into Europe when the Crusaders returned.
Outstanding herds are still found in Italy and Bulgaria today.
In recent times, water buffaloes have been introduced successfully
into Central and South America.
Left: Water Buffalo in foreground; Zebu -
humped cattle - in the background. Professor Aghakhan Aghabeyli
carried out genetic research that led to the improvement of both
water buffaloes have been known from ancient times and prized
both as work animals and as a source of food - milk and meat.
Buffalo steaks are valued more than beefsteaks. Since the 1950s,
buffalo meat is also used in the preparation of smoked sausages.
Buffalo milk contains less water but more total solids than cow's
milk. It appears thicker than cow's milk because it generally
contains more than 16 percent total solids compared with 12-14
percent for cow's milk. Buffalo milk also contains more fat,
slightly more lactose and more protein.
(Jamish Pendiri) and buffalo yogurt (Jamish Gatighi) are very
popular in Azerbaijan. Buffalo yogurt is considered to be the
best kind of yoghurt.
Buffalo cheese is pure white, very tasty and nutritious. In many
countries, it is revered as the most desirable of cheeses; for
example, Mozzarella and Ricotta in Italy, Gemir in Iraq, the
salty cheeses of Egypt, and Pecorino in Bulgaria. Genuine Italian
Mozzarella cheese is always made from buffalo milk. Recently,
Italy has been cooperating with Azerbaijan in producing Mozarella
Left: Aghabeyli's book about Buffalo Genetics in Vietnamese.
Dr. Farid Alakbarli
works at the Institute
in Baku and has two doctorate degrees - one in Historical Sciences
and the other in Biology. His own specialty is medieval
medical manuscripts in the Arabic script. To read about the life and scientific
contributions of Dr. Aghabeyli's wife, Khadija Aghabeyli, see
Era - Growing Up in Baku's Old City" (AI 12.3, Autumn 2004). Contact
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Miami, FL – A multi-city, immigration, pop-up exhibit campaign launching in Miami aims to close the divide on one of our nation’s most contentious topics. This unique, interactive installation – called Common Ground – offers an immersive experience revealing the surprising truth behind the debate on immigration. Common Ground will be launching on Oct 3rd in Miami’s Wynwood Art District, followed by an exhibition in Nashville, TN for the Politicon convention. This immigration installation is a project of Stand Together in partnership with Americans for Prosperity Foundation and The LIBRE Institute.
Common Ground is a pop-up exhibit featuring nine unique stand-alone doors demonstrating the common ground we share on immigration. When users open the doors, the exhibit will take them through a journey that highlights how our country has enjoyed unparalleled success through the interconnectedness between non-immigrants and immigrants.
Americans for Prosperity Foundation and The LIBRE Institute believe the partisan divide, on both sides, do not represent the point of view and will of the majority of the American people. Unlike the narrative of division many times seen in headlines, there are strong areas of agreement among Americans on one of the most debated issues. That is why we are fighting against the dominating narrative of division, and instead highlighting our nation’s common ground.
Some are convinced that there is little value in talking about immigration because it’s too contentious and too divisive. This campaign reveals that in reality there are key areas where Americans agree and share common ground and are able to unite around shared values.
The pop-up exhibit will also feature a food truck and live DJ.
We invite everyone to visit the Common Ground exhibit to experience a unique way of better appreciating our country’s interconnectedness and see that it’s possible to find common ground on immigration.
The content above may be attributed to Jorge Lima, VP of Policy for Americans For Prosperity Foundation, if needed.
Where: 2299 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33127
When: Oct. 3rd – Oct. 4th 12pm – 9pm, and
Oct 5th – Oct. 6. 11am – 9pm.
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POLITICON EXHIBIT (NASHVILLE, TN):
Where: Politicon Convention
When: Oct. 26th – Oct. 27th
Media Qs: Contact Wadi Gaitan
Additional cities to be announced before 2020.
BACKGROUND ON DOORS:
Currently, the debate on immigration seems to revolve around the partisan divides. One side is calling for the complete abolition of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), while the other side wants to shut down the border.
While these voices generate a lot of attention and sometimes seem to represent a large majority of Americans – we know that is not the truth and our exhibit makes just that case.
Examples from the Doors:
Common Ground: Immigrants make America Stronger:
Story: Sgt. Peralta, who immigrated from Mexico, joined the Marine Corps, where he was Deployed in Operation Iraqi Freedom. He died while under heavy fire, carrying out his mission and defending his fellow Marines. For his service, Sgt. Rafael Peralta was awarded the Navy Cross, the U.S. military’s second-highest decoration for valor in combat.
Fact: More than 500,000 of our veterans were born outside of the U.S. and an additional 1.9 million veterans are the children of immigrants. That’s one reason why more than 60% of Americans agree that immigrants make the US stronger.
Common Ground: Americans Are Frustrated With Our Broken System
Story: A family of legal immigrants who have all followed all the rules are being separated by our visa system. This family of farmers are contributors, loved by their neighbors but are now being divided.
Fact: Americans are frustrated with our immigration system, with 65% saying it is broken.
Common Ground: Americans Agree on need for Dreamers
Story: Three Dreamers share their stories. One is a pastor, one is a mental health counselor, the third a small business owner: they all believe American’s best days are ahead and they want to be a part of it.
Fact: 3 in 5 Americans support a plan that provides citizenship for Dreamers and enhances border security.
Common Ground: Our Immigration System Outdated:
Story: 1990 called: it wants its immigration system back. Users will see a video showing parallels between our outdated immigration system and other systems/technologies that are from the 1990s – but while the other items have been updated, the immigration system hasn’t.
Fact: 70% of Americans believe Congress should prioritize an immigration bill.
After experiencing our pop-up installation, guests will also see this truth: on areas like legal immigration, Dreamers, Border security, and many more, the majority of Americans share common ground.

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A User Datagram Protocol flood attack is a type of denial of service attack (DoS) which relies on the basis that UDP connections are stateless. We recently discussed about TCP SYN attacks being used to DoS targets; now we’re talking about UDP which doesn’t work on the 3 way handshake of TCP.
One benefit of UDP over TCP is that it doesn’t have the overhead associated with this 3 way handshake; one of the drawbacks is the inability to guarantee the order packets are being received in with UDP.
When a UDP connection is attempted, the target machine will try to route the destination port to the corresponding application. If it can’t route the packets as no application is listening on that port, the system will respond with an ICMP Destination Unreachable packet.
The way a UDP flood attack works is by saturating random ports of a targets machine with an influx of UDP packets. The origin IP of these packets are usually spoofed, so the target machine is unable to filter them and ends up replying to completely unsuspecting machines. Once the target machine is saturated with bogus UDP packets they’ll be unable to respond to real users until the backlog is cleared. At this point, the DoS attack has been successful.
3 UDP Flood Attack Protection Techniques
1) One of the most effective ways to stop UDP flood attacks is by blocking malicious UDP packets at the firewall level. Sitting between the source and target of the attack, the firewall can stop the server from being depleted of resources. Unfortunately the downside to this is that you must be careful the firewall doesn’t end up being an innocent casualty, for they too can run out of resources.
2) A setting that you can make on the target machine is to simply limit the amount of ICMP Destination Unreachable packets that can be sent out in a given time period. If this limit is reached the server will simply drop the packets instead of replying to them, freeing up some resources. This method does have the downside that innocent UDP connections may also be effected, however at this point you’re already in the midst of a DoS attack and their connection was going to fail anyway (there’s no application on that port)
3) Use proprietary UDP Flood Protection hardware/software: such as Dell’s SonicWALL or Cisco routing equipment. These attempt to monitor UDP throughput and block them, similar to a standard firewall but a lot more focused. Although they vary in functionality, some of them are comprised of their own logging features so they know which UDP ports per target are likely to fail. If they ‘know’ the packets are going to fail when they get to the destination target, and there’s a suspiciously high level of UDP traffic, they will drop the packet before it can reach the target.


You might think of insects as gross or scary, but you probably don't think of them as evil. So What's a Bagworm? Adult bagworms differ in appearance depending on their gender. Carpenter bees are large wood-boring bees that resemble bumble bees. Blue Jay Where do Blue Jays Live? These birds are generally found in the South Florida, Central America, and Northeastern Texas. and hanging from the branches — look to many people like pinecones, so cause no. The bag looks very much like a pine cone making them hard to spot on conifer trees. Colorado Blue Spruce (Picea pungens) is a beautiful native American conifer. These pests look a whole lot like fruit flies and hang around the soil at the base of the plants. Glossy buckthorn does not stay green as late as common buckthorn. Characteristics of common insect orders are listed in the table on pages 8 and 9. The larva may stick its head and front legs out of the top of the bag to feed and move. If you can pay attention to your trees, and your plants, and control them earlier in the season, you'll have a better chance of stopping them from feeding on your shrubs and trees, and. Next June, those eggs will hatch, and the cycle starts over again. What are their favorite delicacies? Well, bagworms will eat deciduous plants, but they really prefer needleleaf evergreens, such arborvitae, false cypress, Leyland cypress, juniper, and spruce. Do lifting weights and turn out to be more solid while preparing. The tents appear in late summer or fall - hence the name fall webworm. Late winter or early spring, before bud break, is usually the best time to prune many species because new tissue forms rapidly. And the most important ingredients of. How to Identify and Treat Bagworms. It was beautiful, but now has one side that is dried up and looks dead. I live in Oklahoma and have the leaf rollers also. They will have the appearance of tiny ice cream cones made of bits of plant material. so i went 2 cheak it out and the bud fell apart becuase it ate the stems so i then kept the bud i could salvege. No they won't die when the tree dies. Bagworm sacs look like cones hanging on evergreens, but they house caterpillars that feed on needles in the summer. We interested in how the caterpillar look like so we took it home and kept for a few days. For some reason my daughter loves to look at the grubs. Game “Douchebag Workout 2” is a continuation of the first part of an exciting game, which is a simulation of lifetime situations. Like people, insects have basic needs such as food and shelter, that must be met in order to survive. Common Tree Bugs In DC, Northern VA, and Maryland Eastern Tent Caterpillars: These hairy tree bugs, with areas of blue, white, black, and orange, are social species that form communal nests in the branches of trees and shrubs. It's a common pest of hardwood trees in its native North America. Adult male bagworms are black and they have clear wings. They can affect a variety of trees, including red cedar, elm, birch and pine. What is a Bagworm like? Adult males of this species of moths are dark and hairy in appearance with a wingspan of approximately 1 inch. I was so excited to see the worm and not just the bags I normally see. The hive can be wiped out within hours. Appearance. What does spider mite feeding look like? Large holes in the leaf. The webbing can enclose entire twigs and some leaf clusters. The mature female bagworm moth looks like nothing more than a sac of eggs with a head. Is it going to be a harsh winter? Or will it be mild? How can you tell? Do you rely on the almanac? Or do you turn to woolly worms? For many, many years, legend has held that woolly worms can predict whether the coming winter will be mild or harsh. Completed bags range from 1½ to 2½ inches long. Adult males resemble bees, having a 25 mm wingspan with transparent wings ( thuris window + pterux wing) and black furry bodies. Plaster bagworms are a close relative of the clothes moth. Wasps As such, the diet of yellow jackets is like that of most other wasps, except perhaps the bald-faced hornet, which is known when necessary to eat its own. These types of caterpillars do not leave holes in the leaves of your plants like tent caterpillars, gypsy moths, and bagworms. Whiteflies cluster underneath leaves usually starting in mid- to late summer. Top 7 Essential Oils for Bugs. Late winter or early spring, before bud break, is usually the best time to prune many species because new tissue forms rapidly. Shear back the areas the deer didn't hit, and while you're at it, you can do the others, to match. She'll also get a pair of arms that kind of look like long hair, and her "beak" gets a colored tip as if she's wearing lipstick, which is all thoroughly adorable. Also, I would like to add some grass seed to some sparse spots - should I do that before or after getting the weed problem under control? Thanks in advance for any suggestions!. However, ghost ants can become a serious nuisance because they are known to nest inside homes. (Worms your honor, in our daughter’s bed!) Anyway, looking at the wrigglies they immediately rule out bed bugs, because they are definitely worm. How To Control Anf Ger Rid of The Bagworms: The best time to start the control would be in fall, winter and early spring because the bagworms in trees wouldn't have hatched. We grow, we innovate, and we work hard. looks very this service is here for people like myself, who need. Most caterpillars are not poisonous; however, there are several kinds of so-called “stinging caterpillars” in North Carolina that have stiff poisonous hairs or spines on their bodies. The adult female bagworm does not look like a moth and never leaves her bag. Bald Cypress Tree Scientific Name - Taxodium Distichum Bald Cypress Tree Pictures, Facts on Bald Cypress on Trees. The gall adelgids do not kill trees unless the infestation is heavy. Leather bags do not like moisture. Bagworms have a case or bag that the caterpillar forms and suspends from on the plants that they feed on. Do I have Bagworms? Bagworms create cone shaped nests that are usually a brown or grayish color. In addition, by being on the water hose you can really spray pretty high and then you do not have to worry if you mixed enough chemicals. In the South as in other places, bagworms can be a serious problem. Female bagworms spend their entire lives inside a bag. Praying mantises are often confused with phasmids (stick-leaf insects) and other elongated insects. Most homeowners don't want to know about the life cycle of pests like bagworms, but in this case, it is important to know how the insect develops in order to control it. Bagworms are white larva that eat the needles of many evergreen tree species, including the cedar. It looks like this is going to be one of those years!. citronella: Not only does citronella help to repel flies in your garden, according to Winger, but also ants, fleas, gnats, mosquitoes, moths, nematodes and. Do not confuse bagworms with fall webworm that makes a large spider like webbing on wild. “There isn’t usually a sign before that, other than leaves falling off the trees or things like that. Now, it is not only com-monplace on American dinner tables, it is the pre-ferred condiment, surpass-ing ketchup as the num-ber-one condiment used in the United States. If we lose our honeybees, we lose our food. Bagworms look like brown cocoons hanging from the foliage of trees and shrubs. The females, however, remain inside their bags. This year’s summer drought, followed by a wet autumn, may have damaged these roots. Do not leave egg masses on the ground; drop them in a container of detergent. Male bagworms emerge as little hairy brown moths with a big passion for companionship. She looks more like a maggot than a moth. They do strip away some of the trees’ leaves and weave unpleasant looking webs, but that’s the worst of their damage. citronella: Not only does citronella help to repel flies in your garden, according to Winger, but also ants, fleas, gnats, mosquitoes, moths, nematodes and. The bagworm is a strange caterpillar that develops in a silken bag. Bagworms look like little brown bags with the legs sticking out. COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES JUNE 28, 2004 ISSUE 5 We didn’t have salsa when I was growing up. My neighbor has noticed the same with his tree. There are a lot of different types of worms. Bagworms look like brown cocoons hanging from the foliage of trees and shrubs. Slit-like openings are located at each end. This is very similar to how a child looks like his or her parents. If you find only a few small trees or shrubs that have been infested you can ***image1***remove the bags by hand and throw them away. Let's say you plant a row of Leyland Cypress (please don't, here's why), and the bagworms show up and defoliate all of them. As worm-like larvae they spin silken bags around themselves, to which they attach pieces of the leaves they are eating. Because trees are so important to our everyday life (buildings to paper), it is not surprising that we have a stronger connection to tree than almost every other plant. I nearly lost several Leylands a couple years ago, I was so overrun with bagworms. Different worms attack pine trees, depending on the species and location of the trees. Video of the Day. These infections spread through the hive like wildfire. A product such as Safer® Brand Garden Dust with B. The bag looks very much like a pine cone making them hard to spot on conifer trees. Bagworms will slow on feeding and chemical controls in late summer and fall may not be effective. Does any one have any suggestions?. What's it cost to treat bagworms? The cost depends on the size of the tree, but ranges from $80 - $145 for one tree. Fortunately, most garden centers no longer sell the photinia. They have a pretty good looking yellow color (lemon yellow) that makes them look attractive. Bagworms are pesky insects that enjoy Evergreen and Arborvitae trees, but can also be found in Cedar, Juniper, and other trees as well. Canine worms can cause a variety of health problems in dogs. I sprayed and then waited a week and sprayed again and my Bagworms were gone. The base of the tree is approximately 2-3 inches in diameter and the cut off roots are approximately 1 inch in diameter and only 4-6 inches long. Do not allow the product to enter any drain during or after application. Willow Tree Care and Diseases Willow Tree Care, Pruning & Disease Prevention. Thyridopteryx ephemeraeformis. Eastern Spruce gall adelgid forms pineapple like galls at the base of twigs. “Pupae” are black, pinhead-sized, often with a white fringe around the edge. Nymphs are small, oval, and translucent. Tent worms make their tent-like nests in the forks of branches while webworm nests are located at the ends of branches. The females, once mature, do not leave their cases. As the bagworm grows, so does the bag that contains them. Do not attempt to burn tents while they are on trees. A product such as Safer® Brand Garden Dust with B. If you spot caterpillars or their spider-like webs, treat these trees right away. I fitted it on my water hose and sprayed my trees. The Gucci Zumi medium top handle bag is presented in dusty grey grainy leather for Fall Winter 2019. Usually, they'll be covered with dead needles or leaves. The tents appear in late summer or fall - hence the name fall webworm. If you would like to treat your trees before they become a problem, you can try insecticides. Bifen XTS is an emulsifiable concentrate containing 25. To protect plants in indoor landscaping, spray directly on insects. Identifying Good Bugs from Bad by Their Cocoons. The deception may lead to needless repeat applications, but they can only die once. Plus on their body it looks like they have 2 or 3 black lines, that's it, no longer legs or enntenas. Fall webworms are also sometimes incorrectly referred to as bagworms, a species of caterpillar that feeds on cedars, arborvitae and other conifers. Take a look at a forest floor. If you have multiple trees infested, there would likely be a multi-tree discount! Check out this 3 second video on what they look like when they're moving around! . As the bagworm grows, so does the bag that contains them. If we lose our honeybees, we lose our food. My neighbor has noticed the same with his tree. In fact, a substantial number of insects or mites are. After hatching they immediately spin a cocoon-like bag to which are attached pieces of leaves from the plants they feed upon. She lacks eyes, antennae, wings, legs, and functional mouth parts. Not so with the aster. So glad to hear this-have read it long ago but forgot. Bagworms: Are They Harmful and How Do You Get Rid of Them? Bagworms are Native Pests in North America with heavier populations in the Eastern US, they can also be found globally. Department of Agriculture Forest Service. The favourite delicacy for plaster bagworms is old spiderwebs. Is bifenthrin likely to contribute to the development of cancer? The U. Seven of the top essential oils you can use in your fly spray concoctions include citronella, pine, peppermint, lavender, patchouli, sandalwood and rosemary. It takes a lot of bagworms to completely defoliate the bush and kill it. I'm not sure if spraying would work since they wrap themselves up in leaves. What do Squirrels Like to Eat? – Squirrels are entertaining, independent, exceptional as well as innocent animals. I like the way the cocoon is constructed. This is likely to be the case for many bagworm-infested evergreen trees where bagworms were not controlled early or well enough to halt damage. Adult male bagworms are moth-like flying insects with a wingspan of about an inch. Other allergies, such as an allergy to dust, can be triggered by exposure to plaster. This one’s a great container candidate:. (Dipel), carbaryl (Sevin), and malathion are all labeled to control them. The females, once mature, do not leave their cases. It's made of silk fiber, sand, lint, and other miscellaneous debris. If it look like the plant may be smothered, use a plastic bottle (not milk jug - they break down quickly) with both ends cut out to make a tube. What are Bagworms? Bagworms are also known as case worms or bagmoths. Bagworms can be a problem on deciduous trees as well, but they typically do not kill them. “Pupae” are black, pinhead-sized, often with a white fringe around the edge. The outside of the bag is made of pieces of plant material like twigs and leaves. The three insects are bagworms, fall webworms, and Eastern tent caterpillar. There are black worms inside of each "pod. It’s easy to read too much into this, but it might serve as a way to shed water away from the cocoon or as protection. Rich green color. Well, they aren’t pine cones, but silken bags spun and decorated by bagworms (Thyridopteryx ephemeraeform). As of August 1, the bag worms’ bags were over one inch long and at a stage where they are impossible to kill even with the strongest pesticide. Bagworms, caterpillars that make spindle-shaped bags, are a major pest of evergreen trees and shrubs. It's a common pest of hardwood trees in its native North America. The best thing to do is to repair or replace the affected areas to restore your home to its former glory. The bottom line is that if bagworms were sprayed earlier in the season, the infested plants should still be closely monitored next season. After visualizing bagworms on paper, you can show your children actual bagworms. In this case, the Customer Care team will remove your account from auto-renewal to ensure you are not charged for an additional year and you can continue to use the subscription until the end of your subscription term. The Bagworm larvae feast on the leaves of trees and shrubs. I found the first hatchlings at a hot site on the south side of an NCSU building. Insects just trundle along and eat whatever they can find; it's not like they go out of their way to be sadistic about it. Next June, those eggs will hatch, and the cycle starts over again. Males, on the. There are a lot of different types of worms. mal or healthy plant growth looks like. These infections spread through the hive like wildfire. The webbing can enclose entire twigs and some leaf clusters. That's not always easy to do, depending on the height of the tree. If the webs are not within a safe reach, assure your customers not to worry as they usually do not harm the tree's overall health. They like just about any soil condition but in sandy soil you should water them during times of drought just to protect your investment in these beautiful plants. It is probably the case made by and containing the grub of a species of moth, see Wiki article below. The Bagworm larvae feast on the leaves of trees and shrubs. Bagworms will slow on feeding and chemical controls in late summer and fall may not be effective. “It makes it look ratty and people don’t like that,” Brown says. These pests look a whole lot like fruit flies and hang around the soil at the base of the plants. The first stage of incomplete metamorphosis is the egg. In Douchebag Workout 2 Unblocked you can purchase new garments, converse with young ladies and turn out to be increasingly prominent. They look like small. Right now is a great time to check because they are not active. It looks like they have even spread (heavily) as far away as Australia. In small numbers, they are easily controlled and do little damage, but large infestations can destroy entire trees by devouring all the leaves. Adult males of this species of moths are dark and hairy in appearance with a wingspan of approximately 1 inch. "There isn't usually a sign before that, other than leaves falling off the trees or things like that. Those are bagworms! These caterpillars don't typically present a problem every year and you may notice small numbers of them in any given year, but some years they emerge in droves and can completely cover and defoliate trees. (Dipel), carbaryl (Sevin), and malathion are all labeled to control them. And while this species does grow in Norway, the name is a bit of a misnomer. org Female moths and butterflies lay eggs from which caterpillars hatch. I do like the look of a single-trunked crape myrtle as well as the multi-trunked versions. By fall, bags of mature bagworms can be nearly two inches long for females and about 1. Slit-like openings are located at each end. Adult males of this species of moths are dark and hairy in appearance with a wingspan of approximately 1 inch. The forest tent caterpillar are around 2 inches in length and have a pale grayish-blue body with fine orange black lines and white spots on its back. Foliage can be distorted by aphids or other Homoptera, caterpillars that web foliage, citrus thrips, citrus leafminer, citrus bud mite (in coastal lemon), and certain diseases and disorders. Skipper/Darter caterpillar has an anal comb, that helps to expel excreta away from its shelter and feeding places. I am glad to share any noteworthy information about the army worm problem with other folks looking for solutions. What you can do is try and keep your plants healthy through maintenance such as proper mulching and watering, especially if the state enters another drought, and avoid chemicals underneath the. Different worms attack pine trees, depending on the species and location of the trees. Metamorphosis requires about one month. It is definitely thinning out, am afraid it is dying. On Sunday as I was working in the garden, I noticed a few cocoons on the forsythia bushes by the driveway. The caterpillar builds smooth silk case without any decorations. The bags are held upright and look like little ice-cream cones until later instars when large bags hang below branches. Praying mantises are diurnal in nature, most often seen active in broad daylight. They lay up to 800 eggs in each bag that later. Thyridopteryx ephemeraeformis. Multi-national chemical and health care corporation. Galls caused by Cooley’s Spruce gall adelgid look like miniature cones at the branch tips. About the size of a quarter, male bagworms are ashy-black moths with transparent wings. Laetiporus does form mushrooms too. Let's say you plant a row of Leyland Cypress (please don't, here's why), and the bagworms show up and defoliate all of them. The looks like a female Australian Bagmoth, Cebysa leucotelus (Psychidae). looks very this service is here for people like myself, who need. Sometimes these bags are even found on the sides of homes or on yard furniture as well. Bagworms are pesky insects that enjoy Evergreen and Arborvitae trees, but can also be found in Cedar, Juniper, and other trees as well. But, there are two exceptions: black cherry trees and young trees are extremely vulnerable to tent caterpillars. The male bagworms which are black with clear wings, leaves his bag and flies to the female, mates and dies several days later. Its wings are tiny, crumpled, and wet. If you would like to treat your trees before they become a problem, you can try insecticides. Chrysalis, Or, How I Became A Bug (Worm Altpower AU) or do you need to look at the bugs?” it just looks like it is, if anyone was wondering. Winkler’s Lawn Care & Landscape offers a host of tree and shrub apps. I do have a problem with a lot of bag worms all over the outside and inside of my house. Their bags might also look like Christmas ornaments so take a closer look when you see something like this. OK, the bagworms aren’t the fault of the trees so I can’t hold that against them. Eastern Spruce gall adelgid forms pineapple like galls at the base of twigs. Bagworm sacs look like cones hanging on evergreens, but they house caterpillars that feed on needles in the summer. Understanding the structures of genomes might well be what is needed to make sense of the genetics of complex diseases. Bagworms do not make large masses of webbing. Explore the best methods to climb and prune trees. It may be anytime from early May in South Texas through mid-June or later in North Texas, but they will show up most years. The name whitefly is fairly descriptive of what these pesky insects look like: tiny, white, flying bugs. Unfortunately, many trees in the Dallas/Fort Worth area are planted improperly, setting them up for a host of problems down the road. The deception may lead to needless repeat applications, but they can only die once. Birds, insect parasites and insect predators are natural enemies of bagworms. After hatching they immediately spin a cocoon-like bag to which are attached pieces of leaves from the plants they feed upon. This is likely to be the case for many bagworm-infested evergreen trees where bagworms were not controlled early or well enough to halt damage. Most often the bagworms infest Leyland Cypress, Japanese maple and spruce (all varieties). Provide Nonstop Blooming. We're dedicated to producing environmentally-friendly formulas for virtually any cleaning need, and proud of the work we do to meet or exceed all federal health & safety requirements. They do not carry other diseases with them and they do not cause complications themselves outside of the boil that they create. And even if you never pay attention to those mile-long scientific names, it's essential now so you get the specific variety, size, and form you want. This is a common pest of some arborvitae trees, and it is occasionally found in Thuja Green Giant. " This is the thought that I had earlier this week when I pulled back the worm bedding in one of my bins and found a tonne of small white worms. Bagworms are caterpillars that live inside spindle-shaped bags which they construct to protect themselves against birds and other enemies. "If you do live in areas where it was colder than 0˚F you should check your bagworm infested plants for new bags starting in late May," Sadof said. There is one generation a. Look for feeding stages under leaf surfaces; these are pinhead-sized, almost clear, scale-like nymphs which have settled in one place to feed. Late winter or early spring, before bud break, is usually the best time to prune many species because new tissue forms rapidly. These three insects are very similar in appearance, having bodies covered with white or light grey waxy threads that appear fuzzy, like wool or cotton. I was so excited to see the worm and not just the bags I normally see. Shear back the areas the deer didn't hit, and while you're at it, you can do the others, to match. The eggs overwinter inside their mother’s case and in spring, it all begins again. If you have a long-term partner, you may want to see whether they'd like to look at your stoma and colostomy equipment. If you ever have any bug related questions feel free to call us either at Beyond Pest Control. Let's start with what this pest is and what they look like. Bagworms look like little brown bags with the legs sticking out. Usually, they'll be covered with dead needles or leaves. Looks Like the Worm is Out of the Bag (All about bagworms and how to manage them on your landscape plants) More information Find this Pin and more on Tree & Shrub Care Advice by Tomlinson Bomberger Lawn Care, Landscape & Pest Control. Check your evergreens for Bagworms! Bagworms look like small pinecones and many people do not realize they have them until they see the damage. The larva within the bag is brown or tan, mottled with black, and the bee-like adult males have clear wings and fur-covered bodies. The easiest and best way to get rid of them is to handpick the cocoon off of the infected tree or shrub and disposing of them in the trash. While it prefers moist soil, weeping willows can do well in drier areas as long as watered regularly. Provide Nonstop Blooming. Fight these pests and diseases organically or with insecticides just like you do others in your garden. In the South as in other places, bagworms can be a serious problem. The household casebearer, Phereoeca uterella, is a moth in the Tineidae family of Lepidoptera. For many areas in southern Iowa ("bagworm territory"), it is now too late to treat for bagworms. A bagworms will appear as small cocoon like bag (they may look like a small pine cone) that hangs off of tree and bush branches. Would you believe. Identifying Good Bugs from Bad by Their Cocoons. As the bagworm grows, so does the bag that contains them. They lay up to 800 eggs in each bag that later. What's NOT a Tent Caterpillar? There are many similar caterpillar/moth species that look a lot like tent caterpillars: Army Worms - These destructive pests target crops and lawns rather than trees. To protect plants in indoor landscaping, spray directly on insects. Bagworms do not make large masses of webbing. Identifying Bagworms Bagworms disfigure evergreen trees and shrubs by feeding on leaves and needles and girdling twigs. How do I get rid of them?" Learn what bagworms look like, the damage they do to your trees and how you can control them below. They're back! Bagworms are in back and infesting trees and shrubs alike. When the caterpillars have tied the bag to the twig, sealed it shut they are pupating inside and no further feeding will occur. This larva mainly feed on spider webs; however, they will also feed on fabrics made of natural fiber The larva of bagworms lives in a flattened gray, watermelon seed shaped case about ½ inch long. The caterpillar builds smooth silk case without any decorations. As the bagworm grows, so does the bag that contains them. In their larval forms, they range from 3/8" to 2" long in length and vary in color from light to dark green or from cream to yellow. It's important to stress that many people with a colostomy enjoy a good sex life, but it can take several months to build up the confidence and trust to make this possible. Do not use more Permethrin 10% Rapid Kill Insecticide Concentrate than listed on the label, as this may cause plant injury. Identifying good bugs from bad by their cocoons takes some practice. It's a common pest of hardwood trees in its native North America. Use the least invasive measure in the first steps of controlling them, and if you want to eliminate, or at least reduce, the issue next year, plan on spraying your trees and shrubs in the spring to. Sizes available: 446×456 | 489×500 Print Print Share Email These pictures are of the immature Worm Snake. Landscapers may unintentionally transport bagworms in the process of pruning and moving infested plant material. Let's start with what this pest is and what they look like. buckthorn and some native trees hold their leaves. This rating was based on studies in mice. It looks like most of them don't build wooden pagodas. Canine worms can cause a variety of health problems in dogs. Landscape Connections Inc. They like just about any soil condition but in sandy soil you should water them during times of drought just to protect your investment in these beautiful plants. The wingless females emerge only halfway and wait to mate with the males. After visualizing bagworms on paper, you can show your children actual bagworms. The larvae, pupae and adult females live inside their bag-shaped havens — thus the name bagworm — which the insects construct of leaves, needles, twigs and silk, according to the U. "There isn't usually a sign before that, other than leaves falling off the trees or things like that. The female has no eyes, wings, legs, antennae or functional mouthparts. Don’t buy a disinfectant spray before reading these reviews. and the lichen fragments get incorporated into the larval cases, or ‘bags’. Bagworm larvae infest both evergreen and deciduous trees. From the time the female larva builds her bag, she never leaves it. Webworms are often called bagworms, but the two are quite different, and so are the treatment plans, so that is why it's important to properly identify what kind of pest have taken residence in your trees. How to care for women bag? To how to kill bag worms served you for a long time, it requires special care. If you have a long-term partner, you may want to see whether they'd like to look at your stoma and colostomy equipment. The Blue Jay is the provincial bird of Prince Edward Island. EPA classifies bifenthrin as a possible human carcinogen. One of the "sneakier" garden pests is the bagworm, that caterpillar that hides in a sac while feeding on the foliage of a variety of landscape plants. They usually don't occur in big enough numbers to do a lot of damage in our part of Florida. What is important is that bagworms are here! I tend to have a more positive attitude regarding bagworms and think that they give trees and shrubs a “special appeal”—making them look like Christmas trees. How To: Get Rid of Bagworms If you don't keep a weather eye out for these voracious little critters, you may wind up with brown, damaged, or even dead trees or shrubs. Bagworms can be a problem on deciduous trees as well, but they typically do not kill them. what the insects look like, life stages, damage, and what can be done to control them. They have been feeding since late May, but do not become noticeable until they cause considerable damage and become quite large. Male bagworms develop into moths while female bagworms crawl or are blown. (Dipel), carbaryl (Sevin), and malathion are all labeled to control them. I intend to start spraying the redbuds next year when I spray for bagworms, only do at least another spraying on the redbuds to see if it keeps the leaf rollers away. Bagworms make their bags out of silk and plant material from the tree they are feeding on. The adult sawflies -- small wasps with serrated appendages -- carve pockets in mugo pines' needles and deposit their eggs during summer. In spring, eggs that wintered inside bags hatch, and the caterpillars emerge to start the feeding and breeding cycle anew. Don’t buy a disinfectant spray before reading these reviews. The eggs overwinter inside their mother’s case and in spring, it all begins again. That tree doesn't look as pathetic as the other redbuds. The Ghost Ant is similar to the Odorous House Ant, but the Odorous House Ant is totally brown or black in color. Detected by their “bags” made from a silk-like material and plant debris that hang down from the host tree, bagworms feed on the leaves of evergreen and deciduous trees and shrubs. First instar bagworms quickly make tiny bags and begin feeding. Since deciduous plants grow new leaves each year, the defoliation caused by the feeding usually does not kill them. Bag worm males eventually mature into small, black, fur-covered moths with clear wings, but the females remain in a larvae-like state and do not come out of the bag. Size ranges from 1 1/2 to 2 inches long. If instead, you mixed the border with Leylands, hollies, magnolias, rhododendrons and the like, then the bagworms destroy a only portion of your privacy and investment. What do Squirrels Like to Eat? – Squirrels are entertaining, independent, exceptional as well as innocent animals. If you look to the bottom right of the right tree it looks like there are several of their "bags". Look closely and you’ll see thousands of bagworms dangling from the branches. They just look so much more festive that way. Be sure that you have cleaned under the rose, and that you are watering well. These destructive caterpillars weave elongated, 2-inch-long bags among the thuja's foliage, hiding, pupating and laying hundreds of eggs for the following season.


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Elisabeth Moss Pulls a 'Miley,' Chops and Bleaches Her Hair
The Mad Men star flaunted her new blonde pixie cut at the For a Good Time, Call … premiere on Tuesday night in New York City.
The actress was barely recognizable thanks to her fresh, Twiggy-esque ‘do, a drastic departure from the shoulder-length brown locks she’s had for much of her career.
With Moss’s big change, we’re now left wondering: Who will be next to try “The Miley”? Tell us: What do you think of Moss’s new hairstyle?

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So you’ve started college, congratulations! You're probably swimming in new friends, challenging classes, and a dining hall in which you must eat all of your meals. This presents a challenge for many restricted eaters—people who are lactose intolerant, gluten-free, vegans, and of course, Jewish students who keep kosher. It’s a problem that many of us face, myself included, so here is a guide on how to stay healthy and happy as a kosher college student.
1. Pack in your protein
A significant part of a healthy person’s diet is eating protein—it keeps you full and focused. But protein doesn’t always have to come from meat. Protein is found in tons of non-meat sources, like nuts, beans, and even vegetables. Keep a jar of almonds on your desk and pair them with dried cranberries for a sweet afternoon treat. Mix kidney beans, black beans, or garbanzo beans (used to make hummus!) into a salad to make sure you’re getting your protein fix.
2. Go to Hillel or a local synagogue for Shabbat dinner
Many schools provide a big Shabbat meal, completely free of charge, for college students across the country. Friday night dinners at Hillel were always my staple during freshman year—and they might even let you take leftovers! Local synagogues are attended by plenty of families, some of whom would be glad to invite you for a kosher, Shabbat meal. Just contact them in advance! Chabad is also very welcoming to students.
3. Stock your fridge and freezer with handy supplies
If you want to keep kosher meat around but don’t have access to actual cooking facilities, cold cuts are an easy option. Find the nearest kosher butcher, or pack some from home with an ice pack, and stock up on lean meats like turkey or treat yourself with pastrami. With a loaf of rye bread and a bottle of mustard in your dorm mini-fridge, you’re good to go! There are also a variety of vegetarian and vegan products, some that even taste very much like meat, that are 100% microwave friendly and delicious. MorningStar Farms Grillers Prime patties are a staple in my diet, even after I moved out of my freshman dorm (pair with BBQ sauce for best results).
4. Salads and sandwiches are your saviors
The key to keeping a healthy, kosher-friendly diet in college is to avoid monotony, and salads and sandwiches are a great way to do so. Whether it be a base of romaine, spinach, or kale, salads can be designed in any style—caesar, southwestern, fruity, greek…the list goes on and on. Switch up your toppings and dressings and you’ll have a different salad every day of the week! The same goes with sandwiches. Between veggies, cheese, tuna salad, and avocado, there are plenty of combos that can keep you full and satisfied.
5. Talk to your cafeteria staff about possible kosher options
If you’re keeping kosher at your university, odds are that there are other students who would appreciate kosher food as well (if not kosher, maybe just better vegetarian and vegan options). Progress starts with a single step in the right direction, so approach the staff of your cafeteria or the religious staff on campus and see what changes can be made at your university to make the eating experience better for everyone.
Best of luck to everyone keeping kosher in college!

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Saturday Night Live returns after a brief hiatus. So who will SNL fans see take the stage and host the show tonight?
After rattling off three brand-new episodes to kick off Saturday Night Live season 49, the show was off the air last week. But even despite the holiday, SNL returns with a new show for November 11.
Actor Timothee Chalamet will host tonight, marking his second time with the honor. He’ll be joined by musical guest boygenius as the band makes its first appearance on Saturday Night Live.
Chalamet last hosted in 2020. His most memorable moment was perhaps opposite Pete Davidson as two obnoxious TikTok/Soundcloud rappers.
What to expect from Timothee Chalamet as host of Saturday Night Live tonight
Timothee Chalamet’s job as host of Saturday Night Live was made a little easier with the end of the SAG-AFTRA strike. Now, Chalamet is free to discuss his upcoming films Wonka and Dune: Part Two in a monologue if it makes sense.
When it comes time for the sketches, Chalamet already proved he’s game for anything. If he was willing to wear the fake tattoos and scream nonsense in the “Rap Roundtable” sketch his first time around, Chalamet should be just as game tonight.
His previous outing as host also showed Chalamet’s versatility when it comes to comedy. While “Rap Roundtable” was pretty broad, the “Tiny Horse” sketch was a little more niche. But Chalamet still nailed it and made it a no-brainer to get invited back.
SNL season 49 has gone big on cameos so far this season. Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift, John Mulaney, Fred Armisen, and Mick Jagger are just some of the names who have popped up.
Chalamet is a big enough star and he doesn’t need any help. But it wouldn’t be a surprise to see a fellow A-lister join in the fun, especially now that the strike is over.
Saturday Night Live airs tonight at 11:30 p.m. ET on NBC and streams live on Peacock.

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Data Week Online 2020 (15-19 June) – workshops and talks on data science
Bristol University’s Jean Golding Institute (JGI) is offering free data science workshops and training online. Register via Eventbrite to get access:
MOOC ‘Tackling Antimicrobial Resistance: A Social Science Approach’
Antimicrobial resistance is a complex problem in today’s medicine that requires a unique approach. On this course, you will build your knowledge of how a social science perspective can fight the problem of antimicrobial resistance.
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Kwik Trip Fuels Executive Wins Growth Energy's Highest Honor
BOCA RATON, Fla. — Kwik Trip Inc. has become a convenience store leader in alternative fuels, and its general manager of fuel marketing and procurement has been recognized for his work in the area.
Growth Energy awarded its highest honor, the America's Fuel Award, to Kwik Trip's Joel Hirschboeck at the association's ninth annual Executive Leadership Conference (ELC) on Feb. 8 in Boca Raton.
According to Growth Energy, the annual award is presented to an individual "who has gone above and beyond the call of duty to act as a champion for the renewable fuels industry."
Past winners include former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack, Growth Energy co-chairman Tom Buis, Ambassador Terry Branstad, retired four-star General Wesley Clark, and Richard Childress of Richard Childress Racing.
"We are thrilled to recognize Joel with the America's Fuel Award in recognition of his guidance, vision and positive impact on the growth of the entire biofuels industry. Under his leadership, Kwik Trip rolled out 300 E15 sites in just four months and ushered in a new model for expansion,” Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor said.
“We are forever grateful for his dedication, and we present this award as a token of our appreciation," she added.
Growth Energy also presented the following individuals with TOBI awards, given each year to Growth Energy members who exhibit innovation, fortitude, perseverance, and leadership within the biofuels industry:
- Paige Donnelly, public engagement manager, Novozymes
- Gunner Greene, chief operating officer/general manager, Iroquois Bio-Energy
- Brian Schasel, environmental/technical manager, Big River Resources
- Jerry Tegels, ethanol business development manager, Buckman
- Steve Walk, chief operatingofficer, Protec Fuel Management
- Rob Walther, vice president of federal advocacy, POET
Growth Energy's ELC brings together biofuels leaders and supporters to discuss current issues and successes while celebrating achievements of the industry.
La Crosse, Wis.-based Kwik Trip is a family-owned company with more than 400 convenience stores across Wisconsin, Minnesota and Iowa. It also operates its own bakery, commissary, dairy, distribution warehouse and vehicle maintenance divisions.
Based in Washington, D.C., Growth Energy represents producers and supporters of ethanol working to bring consumers better choices at the fuel pump, grow the U.S. economy and improve the environment for future generations.


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Scottsdale, Ariz., August 31, 2016 — Apriva, the leading provider of secure end-to-end wireless transaction processing solutions, today announced it has established a direct integration to ITC Systems for campus card transaction processing functionality. This new relationship further expands upon Apriva’s direct connections to all of the leading campus card processors, as well as enables access to new campuses throughout North America utilizing ITC Systems’ campus solution.
Apriva’s campus card platform provides schools with a unique opportunity to accept campus card payments everywhere, expand shared revenue, and create a seamless shopping experience. Apriva’s Gateway connects a variety of payment devices to multiple processors, creating one secure control point with integrated reporting and management across the campus environment.
“Apriva’s platform has enabled us to take advantage of credit card readers in vending machines which allow the acceptance of our one-card credential in a closed environment, like a school,” says Cam Richardson, CEO ITC Systems. “We continue to expand our offerings with Apriva to accept our credential at credit card readers that are being utilized to charge for copies and prints, a first in the industry”
ITC Systems all-encompassing campus card solutions are designed to transform campuses and enhance the user experience for all staff and students. ITC Systems integrated, modular and scalable One-Card Solutions are perfect for small independent schools, community colleges through to large university campuses.
“Students today want to be able to use their campus cards everywhere, from on-campus purchases at vending machines, laundry facilities, parking meters, bookstores, student unions, etc. to off-campus purchases at surrounding merchant locations,” said Stacey Finley Tappin, SVP, Sales and Marketing Communications at Apriva. “ITC Systems is the latest closed-loop campus card certification on the Apriva Gateway. Our 1,100 plus partners and resellers that have a presence in the campus market space now have another campus card processing solution to offer to their end customers, resulting in more choice and flexibility for our providers.”
Apriva’s Gateway offers state of the art security with end-to-end encryption, tokenization and EMV capabilities. The Gateway offers connections to more than 35 processors, accepting all major debit and credit cards, in addition to campus cards in both the U.S. and Canada.
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With the arrival of spring comes the awakening of nature. To fully benefit from the awakening of Mother Earth, we offer additional activities that feature the enchanting setting that surrounds the Huron-Wendat Museum and the Hôtel-Musée Premières Nations. Come and experience or reexperience our summer activities just minutes from Québec City where nature and discovery are in the spotlight!
Walking on the trail while listening to the gentle sounds of the river: a perfect combination! The Knowledge Trail will take you through cultivated gardens, a woodland, and a forest. Through these three environments, interpretive panels explain the Huron-Wendat relationship with nature.
Observing and understanding how nature works is what has made it possible to develop the so-called “three sisters” agricultural technique. Essential to the survival of the Huron-Wendat, corn, squash, and beans made up about 80% of their diet at the start of the 17th century. This technique is called the “three sisters” because these plants complement each other and help each other grow.
We offer you a glimpse of it in our gardens inspired by this ancient technique!

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Hawke's Bay 3 Day Leisurely Pathways
Take a mellow ride through NZ’s tranquilly beautiful Hawke’s Bay and immerse yourself in an environment rich in wildlife, heritage and delightful views. This short three-day pedal will see you venturing off-road on mostly level trails with ample space and lovely surrounds. You’ll discover a lush region famous for its extensive vineyards, a number of which you are welcome to discover via the detailed itinerary. Fine wines aside, your serene journey through Hawke’s Bay will also reward you with beautifully natural vistas, easy-going and relaxing cycling, vibrant country towns, fun tourist attractions, coastal pathways and the fascinating Art-Deco city of Napier.
- CategoryEasy-going & Leisurely
- Duration3 days
- Culture LevelFamiliar
- Skill Level1 - Beginner
- Activity Level1 - Easy
- Elevation1 - Easy
- Distance68.4 miles
- Avg. Daily Distance23 miles
- Day 1Ahuriri to Taradale – Via the Estuary and Puketapu Loop
Today has an optional extension of approx.15 km (9.3 mi) to include the Ahuriri Station Sheep Farm.
Departing the historic port village of Ahuriri, you’ll see kids fishing, boats unloading their catch and friends laughing over coffee at one of the quaint cafes. As you join the Ahuriri Estuary Trail, there are protected birds to enjoy as you make your way to the Old Embankment Bridge. Passing under the expressway, the trail continues towards the foothills of Poraiti; it is sobering to reflect that up until the 1931 earthquake all this area was a vast tidal inlet encompassing thousands of hectares of wetland, marshes and mud banks.
On reaching the suburb of Taradale (12 km/7.4 mi) a visit to the Mission Estate and Church Rd wineries is recommended before completing the scenic 20 km (12.4 mi) ‘Puketapu Loop’ trail. A real favorite with locals as well as visitors, the trail follows the Tutaekuri River west to the rural community of Puketapu with its classic Kiwi pub, a great stop for refreshments. Visits to the historic Otatara Maori Pa site, Moana Park winery and the Silky Oaks Chocolate Factory round out a great day before you proceed to your Taradale accommodation.
- 21.7 miles
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- Day 2Taradale to Gimblett Gravels Wine Region via the river trails and Oak Ave
Departing Taradale, you join the Tutaekuri River trail, this time to the east, and cycle through beautiful orchards, market gardens and vineyard country to the coast at Awatoto (10 km/6.2 mi). Crossing the bridge at the Horseshoe Wetlands you turn back inland on the Ngaruroro River trail for a further 8 km (4.9 mi) scenic cycle, passing by the Pakowhai Country Park before leaving the trail on the outskirts of Hastings to visit Oak Avenue, one of the scenic features of the area. Planted in the 1860s as a driveway to one of Hastings' original homesteads, the trees leave a rich legacy and the shady mile is certainly enjoyed by cyclists.
The ‘wineries ride’ trail then takes you around the fine wineries of the Gimblett Gravels appellation, where you can spend the afternoon sampling the wine and enjoying the ambience of the many cellar doors open for tastings. Those offering tastings include Ngatarawa, Salvare, Trinity Hill and Te Awa. At the end of the day, you and your bike will be transferred the short distance to your Havelock North accommodation.
- 24.9 miles
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- Day 3Havelock North to Ahuriri via Tuki Tuki River and coastal trails
Today has an optional extension of approx. 15 km (9.3 mi) to include the Cape Coast Wineries.
Departing bustling Havelock North with its excellent shopping and cafes, you'll follow the Tuki Tuki river trail through apple orchard and vineyard country. See the orchardists trimming the trees; sometimes ‘frisky’ cattle will join you on the trail as you make your way towards the coast (10 km/6.2 mi). It’s worth taking some time to sit on one of the viewing benches along the East Clive Wetlands to observe the many native birds and flocks of black swans which inhabit the area. Enjoy refreshments in Clive before continuing on the coastal trail with its stunning views out towards Cape Kidnappers. On reaching the outskirts of Napier you'll follow Marine Parade, lined with the iconic Norfolk Palm trees that are so recognizable as a symbol of Napier. As you get closer to town you’ll pass by the statue of the ‘Spirit of Napier’, representing the city rising from the ashes of the 1931 earthquake, and David Trubridge’s magnificent ‘Ecliptic’ monument, celebrating the new millennium. There’s an opportunity to visit the National Aquarium of N.Z. before arriving in the city center, a world-renowned Art Deco treasure where you can spend some time viewing the distinctive architectural styles before cycling the final 5 km (3.1 mi) back to base.
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I was on Facebook this morning and saw an image from a page I follow called Humans of New York. The photo depicted a young black boy playing basketball in a playground. He was interviewed to say something along the lines of, “When I grow up, I want to be a mortician. I went to my uncle’s funeral, and they dressed and made him up well. I want to be able to do that, too!”
I’d never, ever heard of any little kid saying he wanted to be a funeral anything or mortician. In our society, most families shield their children from anything death or funeral related, which I highly disagree with. While I have always been uncomfortable about the idea of death, I think children should be exposed to whatever is in front of them. If someone close to them dies, they should not only know about it, but also be given the ability to say one last goodbye to them. Death is just a part of life as much as any of us want to deny it.
This led me to doing a Google search on “mortician,” and I found this article called “Confessions of a Mortician
,” in which a 5th-6th generation mortician candidly discusses his profession, what he does, and why he continues doing this. He also had a very well written and at times humorous mortician blog
that discusses his experiences and thoughts. On his site, he has a list of reasons, briefly and thoughtfully written, that discuss why he enjoys what he does.
One reason he continues this work is what he calls “the lack of the superficial.” What he says about the lack of the superficial is very compelling, as in we live in world where people are always trying to earn more money, one up other people, get fancier cars, etc., but when death comes upon us, all that goes away and people reveal their authentic selves. Their authentic selves may be cowardly or even more selfish, but many times, they are deeper, more loving, more emotional, and more raw.
The ‘safe death confrontation’ is also very true, even if I don’t want to admit it. I think because for the longest time, I had been to more funerals than weddings that I developed a deep fear about death, not so much my own, but of those around me (that story may change if I end up getting diagnosed with a life-threatening disease). Because I went to so many funerals at a very young age, I just thought that people around me could drop dead at any time, and that frightened me. But I think we’d all live happier, healthier lives if we were more comfortable with the fact that death is an inevitable part of life, and that like he said, it is sadly one of the things that unites us all in terms of experience. It would also force us to do and pursue the things we want because we know our time here is not infinite. We’d be less fearful and more willing to take chances.


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Rumor that the pioneer’s of smartphone Nokia is may making debut this year by offering it first Android smarrtphone, Nokia A1. This is after the giant smartphone maker company, Nokia sold of it mobile business in April 2016.
This wasn’t the first Android-powered device from Nokia, in fact Nokia has come out with Nokia N1 tablet that developed it own’s Android launcher, Z Launcher.
Below are the first render device of the Nokia A1;
There were not much information on the specs and all it leaked it could be a mid-ranger with all a totall new design. Rumors to be powered with Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 and 5.5-inch Full HD display.
Could Nokia returns to the smartphone making business this year?
Source: Android Authority
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Christmas on Earth
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About This Screening
Where shall we go beyond the shores and the mountains, to salute the birth of the new work, and the new wisdom, the flight of tyrants and demons, the end of superstition, and the first to worship Christmas on earth? —Arthur Rimbaud, from A Season in Hell Eighteen years old and fresh out of mental hospital, Barbara Rubin (1945–1980) meets Jonas Mekas, borrows his camera, and in Tony Conrad and John Cale’s downtown NYC apartment, creates a 29-minute hallucinatory vision of sexual energy. Bodies, at least five, masked and painted in black and white, combine within and between the frames in a variety of sexual movements. They dissolve, as Asa Osterweil writes “the boundaries between male and female, subject and object, record and performance, and real and imaginary space.” The film will be performed as intended with two reels of film projected simultaneously, one half the size in the middle of the other, to the tune of AM radio, and with an assortment of color filters held in front of the lens. Despite being one of the earliest and most stunning examples of expanded cinema and a testament to the personal and artistic freedoms of the time, the film remains rarely screened. Opening this evening of luscious imagery will be Ron Rice’s Chumlum, produced only one year after Christmas and starring Jack Smith (along with poet Gerard Malanga, Barbara Rubin, and a soundtrack performed by Angus MacLise) wrapped in a toilet paper turban, softly lounging in a loft that is hung with hammocks and scarves. It is “a movie so sumptuously and serenely psychedelic it appears to have been printed entirely on gauze. (Chuck Stephens).” This is our present from the past. Join us for a holiday party immediately following the screening.
ChumlumUnited States, 1964, 16mm, color, sound, 26 min.
by Ron Price
Christmas on EarthUnited States, 1964, 16mm double projection, b&w, 30 min.
by Barbara Rubin
Screenings This Season
Clicks Inside My Dream Oct. 4 + 5
The Title Spoils the Ending: Films of Joyce Wieland Oct. 20
Memory & Observation: Direct Route by Pam Minty Nov. 1 + 5
Burn the Sea / And We Will Throw the Sea Behind You Nov. 17
From the Anne Charlotte Robertson Collection: Visiting Curators from the Harvard Film Archive Dec. 12
Christmas on Earth

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Today’s Press Herald includes reviews of Roma Pizza,
Each slice was distinctive. The pear and blue cheese was most surprising. I took a bite with reluctance, but was pleased with both the texture and sprite nature of the pear. The pairing of tastes was perfect, and the pear slice retained its substance. It was neither soft nor droopy.
and a bar review of Seanson’s Grille.
Today’s Portland Daily Sun proposes a set of resolutions for restaurant customer behavior in 2012.
5) Do not bring your own food into a restaurant. Please do not ask for hot water and lemon because you brought your own Lipton tea bag, or single serving VIA coffee from Starbucks. Your server works on commission, and the restaurant owner earns a living off what is sold, not what is unintentionally given away. Even restaurants with BYOB policies charge a wine corking fee.This one tied with: Do not ask for extra bread you clearly intend to take home.
Portland Magazine has published a review of Katahdin.
The major draw here, aside from the gorgeous bar and glamor perspective, is the wood grilling. Firing up with almond, oak, and apple wood, chef and owner Becky Lee Simmons puts out some mighty mean fare, including my hanger steak ($26). A sure-fire winner, succulent slices of tender meat cooked exactly as requested (for me rare, and Simmons nailed it) are complemented with scrumptious potato purée, braised greens, and rich, bounteous steak jus.
This issue also includes the magazine’s list of 2012 food events taking place across the state.
According to a report from the Munjoy Hill News, Leigh Kellis, owner of The Holy Donut, has leased the old Terroni’s Market on Park Ave with plans to open a retail location for her business.
“I’m passionate about it. Donuts are cheap thrills,” said a likeable Leigh Kellis, this afternoon as she discussed the remarkable growth of her 7 month old business during 2011. The growth has been so fast that Leigh has just leased the former Terroni’s Market at 194 Park Avenue from where she will sell retail/wholesale 12 varieties of her Holy Donuts. She plans to have the new location up and running within several months.
Instant Portland has published a review of GoBerry.
The yogurt was the real surprise. I have to confess for being sort of addicted to the frozen yogurt served at That National Chain that you find at the mall, but the GoBerry yogurt has cured that forever. The original flavor was tart and tangy, rich and creamy, with the same firm, full texture you find in the best of handmade high-fat ice creams.
Silly’s with a Twist opened Saturday night. According to the Silly’s Facebook wall, “Full silly’s menu available with the same great people serving it.”
Edible Obsessions has published a review of the New Year’s Eve dinner at Bresca.
While this may have been a one off menu for Bresca, I hope that Chef Desjarlais considers doing this sort of themed menu every year, perhaps for the celebration of the Chinese New Year. The soup, hands down, was the best dish I’ve had all year and the XO noodles and ‘Little Jewels’ weren’t far behind. Not a bad way to end the year.
Food Republic has included Otto in a list of their 20 favorite pizzerias in the nation.
Monday — start of the Maine Shrimp season.
Tuesday — four Portland restaurants will be offering a select item on their menu for the price of their calorie count.
Thursday — the first day of a the moving sale at Rabelais.
Friday — there will be a wine tasting at the West End Deli and a Japanese Tea Ceremony demonstration at Dobra Tea. It’s also the second day of a the moving sale at Rabelais.
Saturday — Wine Wise is holding a pair of events in the Old Port, there will be a wine tasting at LeRoux Kitchen, and the Winter Farmers Market is taking place, and it’s the last day of a the moving sale at Rabelais.
Later this month the Peaks Island Gastro Society will be holding its 2nd dinner. It will be a 6-course meal of starters plus Lemon Sole, Fettucini Carbonara w/Truffles, Poached Atlantic Salmon Stuffed Squid, Venison Osso Bucco w/Truffles, Roast Garlic Spinach Martini, and Bacon Wrapped Sabayon Souffle.
For more information on these and other upcoming food happenings in the area, visit the event calendar.
If you are holding a food event this week that’s not listed above, publicize it by adding it as a comment to this post.
It’s once again been a very busy year for the food and dining industry in Portland. I’ve scanned through the news and events for the past year and here’s my summary of the 2011 Portland Year in Food:
- Whoopie Pies – whoopie pies were a hot topic in early 2011. In order to further establish Maine as the true home of the whoopie pie, the state Legislature considered naming it the State Dessert but ran head on into the powerful Blueberry Lobby. Compromise was struck in April with the whoopie pies being named the State Treat and ceding the title of State Dessert to blueberry pie. Whicked Whoopies contributed to the hoopla by building a 1067 pound pie beating out the prior title in Pennsylvania by more than 800 lbs.
- Food Trucks – The city’s ban on food trucks stopped Bite into Maine from operating their lobster roll truck in the Old Port. Inspired by their story, Creative Portland Corporation took up the challenge and been very active in raising the issue for review by the City Council. The Press Herald has issued an editorial in favor food trucks and a volunteer committee assembled by CPC has proposed a set of guidelines that will hopefully get review and approval by the City Council in the new year.
- Schulte & Herr – Petite Jacqueline, The Holy Donut and Zapoteca all generated a lot excitement in 2011, but the most unexpected and talked about new businesses to emerge last year was Schulte & Herr. The small German restaurant run by Steffi and Brian Davin has received raves reviews from almost the first day they opened. Who could have imagined that a small German Cafe on Cumberland Ave would have opened at all, much less generated so much enthusiasm in 2011?
- Dessert – many of the new openings this year are focused on satisfying Portland’s sweet tooth. Gorgeous Gelato, Foley’s, Bakery on the Hill, The Holy Donut, and Bam Bam Bakery to name just a few. The fascination with cupcakes continued into early 2011. East End Cupcake opened a retail store on Fore Street, several other cupcake vendors entered the fray. A group of 5 food bloggers convened for round 2 of a comparative cupcake tasting. My sense is that restaurants have been investing more effort in their dessert menus in 2011 as well.
- Make Mine a Double, Again – Last year’s trend of restaurateur’s doubling up continued into 2011: Five Fifty-Five opened Petite Jacqueline, Nosh opened Taco Escobarr, Slainte opened Gogi, Walter’s opened Gingko Blue, Aurora Provisions opened the Museum Cafe. The trend doesn’t show any signs of weakening in 2012. Already on the books we have El Rayo’s plans to open the El Rayo Cantina and the Riverhouse, Silly’s plans to open Silly’s with a Twist, and Arabica’s plans to open Crema.
- South of the Border – Portland restaurateurs continued to try to answer the demand for Latin food. Gogi, Taco Trio, Hella Good Tacos, Taco Escobarr and Zapoteca all opened in 2011, The Wine Bar got into the act with a summertime taco lunch option, and both the El Rayo Cantina and Sabor Latino are slated to open this year. Now if only we could see an equal focus this year on addressing the dearth of great Chinese food in Portland…
- Expansion Fervor – while a lot of new establishments opened in 2011, the number business under construction went through a steady decline all year. At the start of 2012 there were 20+ eateries in the works and by December the Under Construction list dropped to as low as 6. A few additions late in the year have tempered the decline but it still looks like the growth rate has tapered off.
Notable Events of 2011
- January – East Ender and Gorgeous Gelato opened, Cultivating Community established the Chef Bob Smith Fund, Terroni’s Market closed after 62 years in operation.
- February – Shanghai Tokyo opened and Slow Food Portland announced the winners of the Young Food Writers Competition.
- March – Petite Jacqueline and Top Thai opened, dueling cocktail events took place on the eve of Maine Restaurant Week, and for the 3rd year in a row Silly’s won the Cajun Cookin’ Challenge. Both The Bollard and From Away published surveys of Portland area Chinese restaurants and found them wanting. Red’s Dairy Freeze reopened and Henry VIII closed their sandwich shop in Monument Square. Krista Kern Desjarlais became a finalist for the Beard Foundation’s annual awards in the Best Chef: Northeast category. Wicked Whoopies constructed a 1067 whoopie pie and in doing so snatched the title for the World’s Largest Whoopie from Pennsylvania. Nosh won the Cuban Sandwich Smackdown. Gabrielle Hamilton was in town for book signing and wine dinner in her honor, and the 6th Annual Slow Food Writer’s Night took place.
- April – China Taste, Gogi, Deux Cochon, Apsara and Dobra Tea opened. SPACE held the 2011 edition of Food+Farm, 158 won the Taco Smackdown, and The Cheese Iron was named a Outstanding Specialty Food Retailer by NASFT. A law was passed that makes the whoopie pie Maine’s official State Treat and blueberry pie the official State Dessert.
- May – Gingko Blue, Cobblestones and Exchange Street Cafe opened, Sebago Brewing moved to Fore Street, and Phil’s Dogs started operating at night on Congress Street. Opinionated About Dining rated Miyake, Hugo’s and Fore Street as Highly Recommended, Chef Wilfred Beriau retired from SMCC, the Maine Culinary Podcast was launched, and Hugo’s won the Chicken Smackdown.
- June – The Holy Donut, Museum Cafe and Zapoteca opened, and Foley’s returned. Grace and architect/chocolatier Dean Bingham won the People’s Choice Award from the American Institute of Architects. Barber Foods was acquired by AdvancePierre.
- July – East End Cupcakes, White Cap Grille and Fez opened, and Miyake moved to their new location on Fore Street. South Portland kicked off a weekly farmers market.
- August – The Honey Exchange and Taco Escobarr opened, Cafe at Pat’s reopened under the guidance of the founding chef, and the Portland Food Co-op relocated to roomier digs on Hampshire Street. Food Network magazine recognized Otto Pizza as one of the 50 best pizzerias in the nation. Coffee by Design roaster Dylan Hardman and his team took first place at the national Roasters Guild Retreat. Joe Ricchio launched Food Coma TV.
- September – Schulte & Herr and Bam Bam Bakery opened, and , Granny’s Burritos returned. Bard Coffee was recognized as one of the top coffee establishments in the nation. Novare Res was one of 30 locations worldwide to participate in Cantillon Zwanze Day 2011. An effort got underway to allow food trucks to operate in Portland. The beekeeper at UFF began blogging at Urban Jungle Honeyees, and the inaugural Portland Brew Fest took place.
- October – GoBerry and Plush West End opened and Bull Jagger Brewing launched. the Press Herald issued an editorial in favor of food trucks and several others weighed in on the issue. Controversy erupted over plans by Gelato Fiasco to open a store on Fore Street near Gorgeous Gelato. Rob Evans competed and won an episode of the reality cooking show Chopped, and the premiere of Farms and Fables was staged. In anticipation of a visit by Eric Ripert and Anthony Bourdain the Press Herald explored the antipathy Portlanders have toward Bourdain and Chubby Werewolf published his perspective on Bourdain. A new video food blog, Parsley Sage Rosemary and Tim was launched.
- November – Bakery on the Hill, Roma Pizza and Al Huda opened. Hugo’s won the Lobster Smackdown, and Maine Beer Week took place.
- December – The Edge opened and Instant Portland launched. Chubby Werewolf published an interview with Krista Kern Desjarlais about the start of lunch service at Bresca, the 3rd Annual Obscure Holiday Cocktail party took place, and Otto Free Slice Day took place.
25 Most Popular Restaurants of 2011
- Petite Jacqueline (-)
- Zapoteca (-)
- District (>25)
- Schulte & Herr (-)
- Bresca (1)
- Bar Lola (2)
- Miyake (19)
- Figa (>25)
- Caiola’s (9)
- Five Fifty-Five (4)
- Local 188 (10)
- Boda (3)
- Grace (15)
- East Ender (-)
- Hugo’s (>25)
- Walter’s (11)
- The Salt Exchange (6)
- Paciarino (14)
- Emilitsa (17)
- Gogi (-)
- The Thirsty Pig (-)
- Taco Escobarr (-)
- Pai Men Miyake (23)
- Blue Spoon (16)
- Fore Street (24)
The numbers in parentheses indicate their rank last year.
- Michael Barriault – photographer and food blogger who published PortlandTown died of cancer at the age of 64.
- Stanley T. Bennet II – the President of Oakhurst Dairy passed away at the age of 64 after a battle with cancer.
- Frederick P. Dyer – founder of Dyer’s Variety on Portland Street passed away at the age of 90.
- Taylor Griffin – President of The Rogers Collection died in a car crash at the age of 40.
- Bob Mathews – the longtime owner of Botto’s Bakery on Washington Ave died at the age of 78.
- John Palanza – owner of Uncle Andy’s Bakery in South Portland died at the age of 89. He ran the bakery for 45 years starting in 1951.
For some other perspectives on the past year see From Away, Edible Obsessions, The Golden Dish and the Portland Phoenix.
For more information on Portland’s food past see the 2010 Year in Review, PFM blog posts from 2009, 2008 and 2007, and the Portland Food Timeline.


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“Dawn Fest 2008” kicks off to a colourful start
CUDDALORE: The two-day “Dawn Fest 2008” got off to a colourful start in the backwaters of Pichavaram near Chidambaram on Saturday. District Collector Rajendra Ratnoo, who inaugurated the fete, said the myriad hues of the sky before sunrise in the backdrop of the mangroves were a sight to behold.
Mr. Ratnoo told reporters that the aim of the event, conceptualised by him and funded by the Tamil Nadu Tourism Department, was to showcase Pichavaram as an eco-tourism destination to the stakeholders of the tourism industry such as tour operators, tourism consultants and hoteliers.
He said Cuddalore district held out rich tourism potential of various nature including heritage and pilgrimage tourism (as it housed renowned temples such as Padaleeswarar temple, Natarajar temple and Hayagrivar temple), classical art forms (being promoted through the famed Natyanjali festival and Annamalai University), and beach tourism along the 54-km coastal line, including Chinnavaikkal, Thazhanguda and Silver beach.
The sunrise could be viewed from the Chinnavaikkal islet replete with lush coconut groves that could be easily accessed by boat ride in the backwaters. The islet was illuminated for the occasion and filled with strains of classical music presented by the students of the Music Department of Annamalai University.
While the guests were sailing the boats in the early hours on Sunday the students of the Centre for Advanced Study in Marine Biology, Annamalai University, who accompanied them explained the ecological importance of the mangroves that were home to large number of migratory birds, sources of livelihood to thousands of fishermen and Iruals, and bioshield at the time of natural disasters such as cyclone and the tsunami.
Pichavaram used to attract migratory birds such as seagull from Mongolia in April and after a brief sojourn the winged visitors would return to their native place. The Pichavaram area is now awash with dense colonies of seagulls.
As the sun was rising, the students of the Centre for Yoga Studies, Annamalai University, struck various postures or asanas, signifying paying obeisance to the mighty nature.
The evening was filled with cultural events, mostly in folk forms such as thappattam, karagattm, silambattam, fire show and Irulas’ kolattam.
A handful of foreign tourists too enjoyed the occasion.


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