

| October 31st, 2008 | Tents, Camping, and FUN! |
When trying to decide which tent to purchase, the camper needs to first know where During my experimentation with many different kinds of tents, I’ve found that the The tent is called the Expedition Trail Authority tent. If you purchase this tent ‘off- The tent area on the floor is seven feet by seven feet, so that’s plenty space for one This tent is easily set up. You don’t need two people to set it up because the tent When using this tent, I use an inexpensive waterproof tarp under the tent, and I’ve found that if you want to have a pleasant, non-working camping experience, Two of the most important tenting helpful hints that I can share are these: 1. Never leave a tent unattended that has not been staked down. I’ve had the I was surprised to see such a large tent fly away. If I hadn’t seen it myself, I wouldn’t I chased the tent [it flew OVER a fence] and brought it back to my campsite, and Now I know how some people get little holes in their tents [They’ve probably So, number one, hold onto that tent until it’s properly secured to the ground. 2. Never bring food inside your tent. Food attracks animals. You and your tent will Some of the best places to buy good tents are close to you. Try these: Sports Authority I’d steer clear of the children’s pop-up tents. These seem harder to fold up than the For serious campers, and those who will be camping out for the rest of their lives, I Eureka tents are all material and no plastic. That makes a difference in your Eureka tents can be expensive. But if you purchase off-season, you can get as much Some items that will make camping easier: Cord - lots of cord. Make sure you bring enough cord to hold your tent down, plus Tent stakes - That will prevent your tent from rolling or flying away in windy Flashlights - You’ll always need one of these even if you like camping in the dark. Water, bring lots of water to drink. Camping is the easiest way to get started on a Extra set of car keys: You don’t want to get locked out of your car on the last day of Majic candles: Remember those trick birthday candles that you used to use when Back to tents: Please know that you can go camping without spending lots of Linda Perry, though new to Ezine articles, is not new to writing. She has been writing Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off
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| October 30th, 2008 | Zambezi Sharks Under Threat at Protea Banks |
Sharklife.co.za has been fighting an ongoing for the protection of the Zambezi shark on Protea Banks but has been informed that a fishing charter is still trophy fishing for these sharks. Sensational Fishing Charters is the only charter in the area to actively advertise and promote shark trophy fishing. It takes Zambezi sharks over 20 years to reach breeding maturity. Should this slaughter be allowed to continue we fear that the entire Zambezi shark population of Protea Banks will soon be gone. Currently the only sharks seen on Protea Banks that have any form of protection, are the Great White and Spotted Ragged-tooth. Many other species, like the Zambezi, are in desperate need of protection and we need your help to get the authorities to act and get unscrupulous charters to stop their slaughter. Local dive charter African Odyssea has witnessed the drastic decline in the Zambezi shark population on Protea Banks. One could expect to see up to 20 or more individual sharks on a single dive when diving began there in 1994 and this season 2005 there are an estimated 7 individual Zambezi’s left on the reef. Each of these 7 sharks is a national treasure attracting thousands of divers each year to Protea Banks not to mention their vital importance to the ecology of the reef. To voice your protest or support, e-mail Sensational at fishmad@iafrica.com. Please cc SHARKLIFE at grant@sharklife.co.za. Visit the sharklife website here South African scuba diving, marine and environmental news Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off
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| October 30th, 2008 | Basic Turkey Hunting Information: Knowing Your Prey and Their Behavior |
Fall was the preferred time to hunt wild turkeys by most of the famous old time turkey hunters and is still favored by many traditionalists. These turkey hunting experts liked it best because it was a lot more difficult and therefore more rewarding to call in an old turkey in the fall rather than the spring. Gobblers in the late summer, fall and winter become very solitary animals with very little interest in females. They do, however, gobble in the fall and there have been a few mornings in October and November that you would think that it was spring with the huge number of gobblers around. On rare occasions, gobblers will even come in strutting and gobbling just like it was spring. More likely though, you won’t even notice a fall turkey reacting to your calls. He will just appear silently, looking for companionship with another long beard but not really caring whether he finds it or not. This is a real fall gobbler. The fall season has regained its popularity recently with the ever-increasing numbers of turkeys. Over 40 states now host fall turkey seasons and more and more hunters are discovering the excitement of hunting in the fall. Turkey hunting is a pleasurable and enjoyable sport people are starting to like. This sport requires seperate permits for hunters during the fall, along with the applications for spring hunting permits. Turkey hunters are allowed only to take only one wild turkey of either sex during that fall season each day. Turkeys are usually found in open, mixed hardwood and pine forests. Others are scattered in brush land. Others prefer to roost in trees larger than the surrounding vegetation and will often choose place to stay on sites facing slopes where they can shelter from the existing strong wind. They will use open fields and meadows as feeding and boasting sites and wooded areas are roosting sites. If few or no roosting sites are available, the turkey may leave the place and not use it. Basic Turkey Characteristics Turkeys’ ears are also placed on both sides of their heads. And because they have no outer ear to develop the sound in one direction, they hear sounds all the way around them. Sounds received by only one ear can help the turkey find out which direction the sound comes out but not any indication of distance. Turkeys turn around to be more alert. With a highly developed sense of smell, they can determine the direction of danger by scent and wind direction. The clever beasts generally flee away from the danger, not toward it. Besides their sense of smell, they rely heavily on both their eyes and ears to determine the direction of danger before they run away from it. Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off
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| October 29th, 2008 | Blue Spruce Trees - Not a Good Choice in Solebury, PA |
Blue spruce trees have been reported to be suffering from the Blue Spruce Rust in the Solebury Pa. area. This Rust is difficult to control. For this reason alone I would suggest that you NOT plant the Blue Spruces. If my farm were run like a democracy and one man one vote applied for whether we should plant or sell Colorado Blue Spruce, the vote would 100% against the Blue Spruce Tree. The Blue Spruce also known as Picea pungens Engelm is noted for being majestic, stately, with its silver blue color and symetricle form. Its color can range from blue to green. The color variations are genetic traits of the tree. For uniform color from tree to tree one should use grafted cuttings, which command premium prices. The Blue Spruce is widely planted througout the US because it is tolerant to a variety of site conditions. It has good drought, wind, and cold tolerance. The Blue Spruce finds uses such as wind breaks and as an ornamental in landscape designs. Deer don’t prefer to eat these trees unless they are very hungry. Now you would think that this tree would get our vote. But my boys hate to work with these trees because they can be brutal on transplanting. Like wrestling with a porkupine! You can see more of Bill’s plant talk at his web site http://www.seedlingrus.com Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off
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| October 29th, 2008 | Review of ATV Mud Tires |
If you are looking for ATV mud tires, or any other ATV accessory for that matter, then you should check out the North American Power Sports website at www.napsatv.com. This site offers you a variety of high quality ATV mud tires for anyone’s needs. No matter where you plan on riding, North American Power Sports has something for you. Another bonus about ordering your ATV mud tires through this site is that you get free UPS ground shipping on all your orders, no matter what the size, in the continental US. Here is a review of some of the best ATV mud tires that napsatv.com has to offer. You should begin your search for ATV mud tires with the ITP Mud Lite ATV tires. These tires are 6-ply, lightweight, and relatively inexpensive. They offer superb durability and the angled tread cleans out very well. They are perfect for those rough rides through the mud or snow. The tread design was engineered to be one of the most cutting edge mud tires on the market. The ITP Mudlites are truly one of the most popular mud tires available, and they are great ATV tires that are perfect for any time of the year. The GBC Gator Mud ATV tires are also tough tires that ride and handle well in pure mud. These ATV mud tires also give you a smooth ride on hard or mixed terrains. With the Gator Mud tires, you receive maximum traction because of the enormous dimpled lugs that overlap the center line. The Gator mud ATV tires are a 6-ply rating which ensures that you are getting a tire that will be puncture resistant and durable. If you are looking for another high performance ATV tire that handles well in the mud, then check out the Kenda Bear Claw ATV tires. The angled tread knobs on these ATV mud tires provide great hook up and steering control. With their aggressive tread, low cost, and tread life, the Kenda Bear Claws are another customer favorite for some serious mud action on an ATV. If you are in the market for ATV mud tires then you have to check out ww.napsatv.com. They offer a large selection of ATV mud tires that are high quality and priced very competitively. Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off
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| October 27th, 2008 | Without Discount Dental Insurance I Would Have no Dental Work |
I can’t tell you how awful it is to be without dental insurance. If I get a tooth ache I have to live with it, if my tooth breaks then I will suffer with a broken tooth, there is just not a whole lot I can do about it, insurance is absolutely necessary unless you are wealthy, in order to get anything done. Thank goodness for discount dental insurance which has practically saved my life and that of my kids. It is affordable and has made it possible for my entire family to get dental insurance and treatment whenever we might possibly need it. I love having dental insurance. My daughter needed two root canals and naturally two crowns for those teeth. Becuase I have discount dental insurance I only had to pay $250 out of pocket for almost two thousand dollars worth of dental work. All I can say is that I am thrilled that we have dental insurance to cover these things. With four kids it would be impossible otherwise I my poor children’s teeth would fall out. All I would like to have is coverage for ortadanture as three of my four kids are most likely going to need it, and with prices these days I need all the help I can get. Posted in University of Health | Comments Off
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| October 24th, 2008 | 10 Reasons to Camp in New Jersey |
There are literally hundreds of reasons to go camping in New Jersey, but there is one large, and I mean really large, reason: Where else in the country can you drive less then 3 hours and go from the mountains, to the shore, to the marshlands, to 3 different major metropolitan areas to several major lakes and everywhere in between? Camping in New Jersey is literally the best of all worlds. There is just about nothing you cannot do while you camp in New Jersey. You have your choice of over 120 campgrounds and State Park facilities to choose from not to mention thousands of acres of public land to explore. Just about every one of the privates campgrounds in the state have craft activities, pools, fishing ponds, sports activities and so many other amenities I can’t even count. Most of them are clean, modern and well suited to just about any type of camping. They are all within a decent driving distance of dozens of cultural, sports, historical, recreational and children related attractions. Having said that let me give you the all time Top 10 Reasons to camp in New Jersey: 1. Atlantic City and its world-famous beach and boardwalk, luxurious casino, non-stop gaming action, the hottest entertainers, the best in dining, and quality sporting events. 2. Revel in bay heritage along a scenic waterfront in Somers Point or visit the landmark mansion of original harbormaster Richard Somers, the oldest home in all of Atlantic County, it remains a museum today. Marvel at the world’s only 63-foot pachyderm with a visit to Lucy the Margate Elephant. Or have your children experience their favorite nursery rhythm characters in life size at Storybook Land. 3. There’s the 760,000-gallon open-ocean tank at the New Jersey Academy for Aquatic Sciences At Adventure Aquarium in Camden, just one of the fascinating exhibits depicting sea life from around the state. Or Trenton, the nations second-largest state capital in continuous use and the site of one of George Washington’s greatest Revolutionary victories. Today, you can visit the spot where he crossed the Delaware and tour the Old Barracks, used by soldiers in the French and Indian War. Or, stroll through the New Jersey State Museum and its impressive art galleries. 4. The Delaware Region is home to most of New Jersey’s Pine Barrens, a million acres of preserved forests and waterways. It is, in fact, the largest wilderness area east of the Mississippi. 5. Visit Thomas A. Edison’s home and laboratories, where you will see some of his greatest inventions. Stop by a museum solely dedicated to the history of flight. Known as one of the cultural capitals of the United States, the Gateway Region is the home of people from all over the world, whose cultures mingle to produce a rich fabric of life. Here, you’ll find theater, dance and the best in classical music. Included is New Jersey’s state theater, the Paper Mill Playhouse. 6. Diversity characterizes the many playtime activities you’ll find in the Gateway Region, plus being just minutes away from New York City. It houses the Meadowland Complex with its colorful tapestry of sports and entertainment. Restaurants of all types for all tastes, extensive shopping centers with the best of everything, and activities for children of all ages round out a vivid, exciting region. This is truly a gateway to many vacation alternatives. That’s why when people experience all the Gateway has to offer they keep coming back again and again. 7. Mention the Shore Region, and certain images immediately pop into your head: over 60 miles of pristine beaches from Sandy Hook to Holgate; surf fishing off Seaside Park; perhaps some bodysurfing off Bay Head; or maybe a moonlit walk in Surf City. 8. On the northern fringe of the Gateway National Recreation Area at Sandy Hook stands the nation’s oldest operating beacon, the Sandy Hook Lighthouse. Several miles to the south are the Twin Lights of Navesink, the site of Marconi’s first ship-to-shore broadcast. Further south is Barnegat Light; affectionately know locally as “Old Barney,” built by Civil War hero George Gordon Meade in 1857. And now the newly reconstructed Tuckers Island Lighthouse in the Tuckerton Seaport. 9. Gentle mountains, Skiing, Rock climbing, and Horseback riding. Can you really do all this stuff in New Jersey? Yes you can - and more can be found less than an hour’s drive from New York City. The opportunities of the Skylands Region have always been one of New Jersey Camping’s best-kept secrets. 10. If its amusement park that make you happy, check out Mountain Creek in Vernon. Somewhat more genteel diversions can be found during the region’s numerous winery festivals or at the Sussex Farm and Horse Show in August. 11. Walk along 30 miles of wide sandy beaches, experience the warmth of a Victorian inn, take a stroll through history and enjoy the fresh bounty of the sea at a gourmet restaurant. 12. All along the ocean, the beachfront towns of the Southern Shore Region offer great fishing, boating, beaches and whale-watching cruises, plus fine restaurants and accommodations - not to mention the wonderful campgrounds in the area, to pitch your tent or set up your RV. Cape May County boasts itself as one of the premium camping areas of the country. It all adds up to marvelous fun. Okay, so I lied. I couldn’t stop at 10 things, I had to give you 12! In this article I just barely scratched the surface of what New Jersey has to offer and it can all be done from the back of your RV or the middle of your tent! Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off
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| October 24th, 2008 | Bathing suits - The best friends in summer. |
Bathing suits - The best friends in summer. Bathing suits are the best friends in summer. Nothing like diving in a swimming pool in a hot summer afternoon. If you love being in the outdoors in the sun in your swimming pool then buying the most comfortable bathing suits is a must. You will get the bathing suits in various sizes and there is no size you cannot find a swimming suit in. Plus size bathing suits are being made by almost all major bathing suits companies and this helps a lot of people who wear plus size dresses. Buying bathing suits has never been easy. Online shopping is a great relief now a days as it ensures that you buy from the best companies without having to go out of that comfortable computer chair. First make sure you do a thorough online search for the bathing suits you are looking for. Be as specific as possible in your searches. It ensures that you do not waste time reading unwanted sites. You can buy bathing suits for as low as 40$ and sometimes even lower. The difficulty arises if you are looking for plus size bathing suits. The better-looking bathing suits are more often than not, not seen in the plus size category. You can look for bathing suits s that have a longer top length to help cover your tummy with the bottoms being a normal swimsuit bottom. A built in tummy tuck provided by some plus size swimsuits provides you an extra support. Search specifically if that’s what you are looking for. There are many options out there for you in color style and price in cheap plus size swimsuits. Also look for special summer discounts as many companies try to attract customers with discounts just to get an edge over their competitors. Plus size swimsuits, for when you want to look good and be comfortable while at the pool or on the beach. Even if you follow all of the care instructions, swimwear has a limited life span. If you wear it in chlorinated pools or in hot tubs the life span is much shorter. Endurance swimsuits are best if you are swimming regularly in chlorinated pools or spending time in a hot tub. This is because endurance swimsuits are more chlorine resistant. Activewear bathing suits are best if you will be running and playing in or out of the water. Sunning bathing suits are great if you will be primarily lying in the sun, working on your tan, you can choose a suit with skinnier straps, or no straps. Also make sure that the company you are buying from is reputed and/or specializes only in swimsuits. For more information on bathing suits visit our site. We provide the best information on swimsuits And help you make that best swimsuits buying decision. Visit www.bathingsuitsonline.com www.swimsuitscorner.com www.weddingdresses101.com Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off
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| October 20th, 2008 | All about Kayaking |
You will love this wonderful and exciting sport that will keep you and your whole family healthy for many years to come. It is called Kayaking! The kayak was derived from the Eskimo canoe and was originally made of sealskin stretched over a framework of driftwood or whalebone. The entire craft was completely covered except where the paddler sits. Primarily used as a hunting canoe, the kayak is propelled by a double-bladed paddle. Even today the kayak is used extensively in ice-jambed waters because of its maneuverability. Kayaking has been featured as part of the Olympic games since 1936. The paddler generally wears a waterproof skin-shirt that is laced to the craft, which allows him to turn all the way over without sinking. The paddler sits down in the cockpit of the kayak with feet pointed forward. The cockpit may be sealed off with a spray skirt. The spray skirt usually prevents water from entering the kayak in the even it should capsize. Imagine yourself in a kayak gliding effortlessly on still water through a beautiful green valley where the river then pours into a sandy cove and an endless reach of ocean and sky outline the horizon. Many kayakers of all ages experience this serene scene when exploring the waterways. Kayaking has been done as a recreational sport since the early 70’s all over the world including some very wild and remote places. Many folk love the adrenaline rush when charging down a challenging river full of rapids and waterfalls. This is only for the brave of heart, not recommended as something you would take small children on. Kayaking will dramatically improve and enrich your life both from a mental and physical perspective. You don’t have to charge down a whitewater river to enjoy this great sport. Many folks choose to frequent quiet local ponds, lakes, protected coastlines, and lazy rivers and streams. Kayaks come in all shapes and sizes and you are advised to rent one first if you are a beginner to see if this is a sport you would like to spend more of your time and money on. Terry Price is a regular author to- http://www.inflatable-boats-kayak-supplies.com/kayaks.html where you can learn more about kayaking and various types. Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off
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| October 19th, 2008 | Sleeping Bag Insulations and Their Benefits |
Sleeping bags are Slumberloft HQ is a synthetic fiber composed of a 50% hollow core polyester DuPont Hollofil® 808 is a synthetic fiber. Its hollow core is designed to trap more DuPont Hollofil® II is a synthetic fiber that features four hollow tunnels that run DuPont Thermolite® Extreme is a high performance insulation that blends three different DuPont Thermolite® Extra is a high-loft, high-resilient technical insulation for Polarguard® HV is a high-performance insulation made of high-void, Polarguard® 3D is a high performance insulation produced from continuous Polarguard® Delta continuous filament polyester is the newest member of the Down is a time honored, expedition proven natural insulation made of ThermoTech exclusive to Coleman, is made of solid-core fibers and is soft Coletherm also exclusive to Coleman, is a hollow-core fiber, allowing for Buckloft® is a fine denier, solid core polyester fiber. This combination Buckloft HQ® is a synthetic fiber composed of a 25% siliconized, hollow-core Kelty CloudLoft® is Kelty’s affordable and durable branded synthetic fill Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off
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