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Hiking gps
1. GPS
The right GPS for hiker
GPS Status app – HTC Desire
by HOSTMEI R on NOVEMBER 30, 2011[ EDI T]
GPS Status app – HTC Desire
Image by avlxyz
Assisted GPS makes getting a GPS lock really quick! Usually under 10 seconds.
- GPS Status – eclipsim.com/
Question by Bre: How can I plug in a gps if my cigarette lighter doesnt work?
I have inherited a gps system and I would love to not have to use it on its battery but I
dont know what to use because the cigarette lighter in my car is no longer any good…
anything I can use?
Best answer:
Answer by Richard M
You could get the lighter socket repaired. That would be easiest. The trouble is usually
only a fuse but without seeing it I can‟t tell.
If there is any concern, go into the dealership and ask for an estimate on fixing/replacing
it.
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GPS Unit
by HOSTMEI R on NOVEMBER 30, 2011[ EDI T]
GPS Unit
Image by barron
I moved my old GPS from my mountain bike to the BMW. It fits nicely using the
handlebar mount and clip-on backplate. Unfortunately, the eTrex Legend is so old that it
uses a serial port connection to hook up to the computer. Need to find an adapter
2. somewhere. But at least I can check the accuracy of the speedometer, have a compass and
have some non-exportable trip data.
Question by Special C: How much do you have to invest in a GPS after intial
purchase?
I want to buy a hiking GPS and the initial cost isn‟t a problem for me. But are there a lot
of “upkeep costs” like buying updates and maps and such. Is there a GPS out there that is
a one-time cost deal with free upgrades?
Best answer:
Answer by OSMR2Rabbits
The map updates often cost near $ 100. My recommendation is to buy an inexpensive
device (less than $ 200) and use it for a few years, and plan to buy a new one when the
maps get out of date, or the newer hardware is too enticing to resist. With some devices,
you can get free updates, for a while, but eventually you have to pay for them. Just
mentally plan on replacing the device in a few years.
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gps
NOVEMBER 29, 2011 [ EDI T ]
gps Image by killrbeez gps on my ipaq Question by stingjam: Can you fly a direct GPS route on
international flights? For example, can you legally fly a direct gps route from Guadeloupe to Opa Locka,
FL? Or would you have to stick to airways? What are all the current reasons why our General Aviation
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GPS Board
NOVEMBER 28, 2011 [ EDI T ]
GPS Board Image by agmlego Breakout to convert the 0.078"-pitch header on my GPS engine board
with TTL serial to RS232 over a DE9 connector. The LED is tied to the PPS signal and should blink at
exactly 1Hz. The engine board reset line is connected to DTR, which should be held normally high. PPS
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GPS Schematic
NOVEMBER 27, 2011 [ EDI T ]
GPS Schematic Image by agmlego Schematic for GPS breakout. Question by Tib: What is the difference
between GPS and DVD based Navigation? I‟m looking at buying a new car and I wanted a built in
Navigation, but I keep seeing “DVD Based Navigation” on certain models. Is this different than GPS?
Best answer: Answer by [...]
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GPS-Halter am Lenker
NOVEMBER 26, 2011 [ EDI T ]
3. GPS-Halter am Lenker Image by jaefred GPS-Halter aus dem RAM-Mount-System, Rohrschelle+15 cm
Klemme+GPS-Schale Question by PrettyandPolish: What is a good, inexpensive and relativley easy gps
for recreational boating? I am looking for a simple gps for a boat. Nothing too special, no fish finder etc.,
just something recreational for lakes. No fishing gps please, just [...]
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黄山 GPS
NOVEMBER 25, 2011 [ EDI T ]
黄山 GPS Image by 水御龙神 GPS标记……是位置还是高度? Question by psyflex f: how can i disable the
gps inantena in my car work without cuting it? in my car work there is a gps.. now can i disable it like it
will have poor conection? Best answer: Answer by Hillbilly BobYes. And they will see the problem [...]
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GPS und Spiegel
NOVEMBER 24, 2011 [ EDI T ]
GPS und Spiegel Image by jaefred GPS und Spiegel aus Sicht des Fahrers
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GPS Test
NOVEMBER 23, 2011 [ EDI T ]
GPS Test Image by swanky Sony GPS-CS1 Question by ziggy: How can i fix my gps signal on my tomtom
start 2? Hi i recently brought the start 2 and had no problems for about 3 weeks. But now i cant get a gps
signal, the devise also stops responding to touch, and switches its [...]
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GPS_training
NOVEMBER 22, 2011 [ EDI T]
GPS_training Image by aggie94_amy Educator training on using GPS in classroom activities Question
by : How to you charge a car GPS navigation system battery on a 9 hour drive? I‟m embarking on a trip
from North Carolina to Ohio at the end of the month and I‟d like to purchase a new car GPS [...]
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4. Hiking insole equipments
THe right insole equipments for hiker
Moldable Superfeet COPPER DMP Premium Insoles @
TheInsoleStore.com
by HOSTMEI R on NOVEMBER 30, 2011[ EDI T]
Superfeet Copper DMP Premium Insoles: www.theinsolestore.com Superfeet COPPER
DMP Insoles provides a calculated support, stability, balance and shock absorption. With
a Unique 3-Layer foam system featuring a Dynamic Molding Process to give your feet a
personalized fit without the need to heat the hiking insole hut sock in the oven * Ideal for
low-impact activities & all arch types * Recommended use with walking, golf, light hiking
and/or standing for long periods -Every Day Wear. For the best fit, shoes should have a
removable insole
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Peter Vacco Lessons learned: boots & hiking in the Arctic
by HOSTMEI R on NOVEMBER 29, 2011[ EDI T]
Peter Vacco, experieced outdoors man and long time hiker explains everything you ever
wanted to know about equipment, boots, food, hiking poles and shares the knowledge
that he has gained from twenty years of solo hiking and camping
Video Rating: 5 / 5
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Superfeet Green Premium Insoles Product Video
NOVEMBER 28, 2011 [ EDI T ]
Men‟s Superfeet Green Premium: www.onlineshoes.com Women‟s Superfeet Green Premium:
www.onlineshoes.com Designed primarily for footwear with a removable insole, the Superfeet Green
Premium provides maximum support for hiking and other active sports. It‟s ideal for feet with medium
to high arches. The extra deep heel cup delivers maximum shock absorption. The Agion® antimicrobial
top cover treatment [...]
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Asolo Men‟s Fugitive GTX Hiking Boot in Medium Width
NOVEMBER 27, 2011 [ EDI T ]
Click here for more details: www.amazon.com Light supportive hiking boots with revolutionary Duo
Asoflex insole. Water resistant suede and Cordura nylon upper. Fully gusseted tongue. Lightweight
metal hardwear. Gore-Tex lining insert. Removable footbed.
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Superfeet Blue Insoles – Bestinsoles.com
NOVEMBER 26, 2011 [ EDI T ]
Orthotics for sports, walking, running and hiking. – www.bestinsoles.com
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Cheap thermal insoles
NOVEMBER 25, 2011 [ EDI T ]
Cheap thermal insoles Video Rating: 5 / 5
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Arch Supports/Foot Orthotics/Shoe Inserts/Insoles/Arch Supports/Orthotics
NOVEMBER 24, 2011 [ EDI T ]
BEST Arch Supports, Foot Orthotics, Shoe Inserts/Insoles www.arch-supports-custom-foot-orthotics-
shoe-inserts-insoles.com Foot Orthotics/Insoles/Inserts/Arch Supports. These make great kid/kids arch
supports and children/childrens orthotics. Ace has selected only the BEST Arch Supports,…
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Superfeet Premium Insoles – Trimming & Fitting To Your Shoe
@TheInsoleStore.com
NOVEMBER 23, 2011 [ EDI T ]
To View Superfeet Premium Insoles at: www.youtube.com Superfeet Green Premium Insoles:
www.theinsolestore.com This sizing video of Superfeet Premium Insoles will help teach you how to
“Trim to Fit” your shoe insoles to fit your shoes. We have a wide selection fo Superfeet Green, Wide-
Green, Blue, Black, Berry, Orange, and 3/4 Shoe Inserts too. Superfeet Premium [...]
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Part 3 Backpacking Boots by Nutnfancy
NOVEMBER 22, 2011 [ EDI T]
In this series I cover key features of backpacking boot construction to help you in your purchase
decision. I may have left some things out but I cover the important parts. I don‟t review specific boots
and probably won‟t ever: models change frequently and it‟s just logistically impossible for me now.
Using the info I [...]
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Part 3 Backpacking Boots by Nutnfancy
NOVEMBER 22, 2011 [ EDI T]
In this series I cover key features of backpacking boot construction to help you in your purchase
decision. I may have left some things out but I cover the important parts. I don‟t review specific boots
and probably won‟t ever: models change frequently and it‟s just logistically impossible for me now.
Using the info I [...]
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6. Hammock
For camping or garden
Hammocks
by HOSTMEI R on NOVEMBER 30, 2011[ EDI T]
Hammocks
Image by Dan4th
We are now a two-hammock household.
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hammock.
by HOSTMEI R on NOVEMBER 29, 2011[ EDI T]
hammock.
Image by Sarah Jane
A picture I shot of myself in a hiking camping hammock as I enjoyed the weekend at a
camp site. It was cold with a blue sky.
Question by flamdchicken: Where can i find a foldable hammock stand?
I have a rope hammock and need a stand. I would like to get a folding hammock stand so
I can just store it away when not in use but all I can find are folding hammock and stand
combos, I just want the stand and not another hammock.
Best answer:
Answer by fuzzykjun
ebay,, outdoor outlets, some garden centers,,,,
What do you think? Answer below!
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Hammocks
NOVEMBER 28, 2011 [ EDI T ]
Hammocks Image by Andrea Kirkby The village of Raquira is a sort of crafts centre for the whole of
Colombia – hammocks hang outside many of the shops. Question by redzebra: How can I repair the
7. seams on my vinyl hammock? The elements have taken their toll on my favorite hammock, and now the
seams [...]
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Hammocks, Santaigo, Lake Atitlan
NOVEMBER 27, 2011 [ EDI T ]
Hammocks, Santaigo, Lake Atitlan Image by racoles Hammocks, Santaigo, Lake Atitlan. Question by
tigerlily23: How do I clean my Pawley‟s Island Hammock Swing? It is made out of rope like a hammock.
It used to be white but over the years it has changed color a bit. I want to get it white again without [...]
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hammock
NOVEMBER 26, 2011 [ EDI T ]
hammock Image by Evan Ravitz kids in a hammock near Lake Atitlan, Guatemala Question by
SoImpossible: is it possible to hang a hammock from the celling? i bought a hammock a while back and
havent figured out where i could put it, i was watching this movie earlier and i saw someone have a
hammock [...]
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hammock
NOVEMBER 25, 2011 [ EDI T ]
hammock Image by mjk4219 from, not of, my hammock Question by armysniper076: What happens
when you have a hammock on a boat? Say you have a hammock on a boat. And you have someone who
gets seasick whenever they‟re out at sea. If that person lies down on the hammock, does it get them
“double-seasick”, [...]
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Hammock T-Shirt – Feb. 27, 2008
NOVEMBER 24, 2011 [ EDI T ]
Hammock T-Shirt – Feb. 27, 2008 Image by Wonderdawg777 The cool cats over at Nashville‟s
Hammock Publishing have a 16-year-old annual tradition of giving out T-shirts to the people they work
with throughout the year. This year Hammock Publishing added a new twist to that tradition: T-
shirt+Photo=Laptop. Wear the t-shirt, add a photo to the [...]
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hammocks
NOVEMBER 23, 2011 [ EDI T ]
hammocks Image by sunshineandbeyond we even brought a hammock home with us … Question by
JLynn210: How can I weatherproof my hammock? I bought a hammock from Mexico and it‟s not treated
or weatherproof or anything so what can I buy to weatherproof it? Best answer: Answer by eskie
loverREI and other camping/outdoor/RV stores sell [...]
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Hammock
NOVEMBER 22, 2011 [ EDI T]
8. Hammock Image by Jayeb333 He bought a hammock. Don‟t ask me why. Question by kcal: How do you
keep your pet rats from chewing their hammock? I feel like every time I put one up it is dismantled
within a day or two. I have tried putting Eyelets into the corners but they still chew [...]
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Hammock
NOVEMBER 22, 2011 [ EDI T]
Hammock Image by Jayeb333 He bought a hammock. Don‟t ask me why. Question by kcal: How do you
keep your pet rats from chewing their hammock? I feel like every time I put one up it is dismantled
within a day or two. I have tried putting Eyelets into the corners but they still chew [...]
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Led Flashlight
The right led flashlight for hiker
Actual Light
by HOSTMEI R on NOVEMBER 30, 2011[ EDI T]
Actual Light
Flash-less setting is very blurry when hand held
Question by Smithy: Need advice/tips with a survial situation!?
Coming up in a few months (this summer), I plan to try to survive in the North Carolina
mountains for five to seven days. I have minimal experience camping/hiking, so I come to
you for help.
As far as gear goes I plan to bring:
- Backpack
- Striker to make fires
- Axe/small knife
- Fold-able shovel
- Rope/string
- Tarp
- Collapsible pot (do they make these?)
- Metal rack (like the ones that are on grills)
9. - MRE packs only to use in emergency
- Flash light?
Still undecided on if I am going to bring a small tent and a fishing pole, would like to try
to build my own shelter and would like to see if I could catch food without a fishing pole.
Is there anything that I left out that may be needed?
Any tips as to what find of food I should look for? My dad suggested crawlfish. Any other
tips of hints you might have would be much appreciated.
Thanks!
Best answer:
Answer by Joseph P
I‟m a city slicker, so camping is probably way out of my arena. BUT, just for the heck of it,
bring a fork, spoon, knife (other than hunting knife), few cans of prepared food (other
than MRE), and a Can Opener. Some extra clothing and some old fashioned matches
(what if you loose the striker). Might not hurt to bring some candles. And by all means
bring a small tent and a large, strong Tarp. Good Luck and have fun. ps. Bug
Spray/repellant.
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Canon 320EX Flash, LED Light
by HOSTMEI R on NOVEMBER 29, 2011[ EDI T]
Canon 320EX Flash, LED Light
Full review of this flash on The Digital Story – www.thedigitalstory.com
Question by prohoe: How to make the led lights from a computer case flash
to the beat of a song using some kind of softwere.?
OK so i have a computer case with a hiking led flashlight fan and some other led light in
the front. I want to find out how to make these lights flash to the beat of a song like some
of he people can on youtube with the use of some software. Can some one please tell me
how to make this happen or what programs to use.
Best answer:
Answer by JoelKatz
You can‟t make the fan light flash because there‟s no wire connected to it (it‟s spinning
10. and powered inductively). Most of the front LEDs are hard-wired to specific circuits on
the motherboard and can‟t be made to flash either. You‟ll have to add your own display
with its own LEDs to do this.
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1 of 2 No Fill flash experiment on Les Christiansen
NOVEMBER 28, 2011 [ EDI T ]
1 of 2 No Fill flash experiment on Les Christiansen Image by mikebaird 1 of 2 Les Christiansen – no fill
flash used to lighten shadows of hat – 26 July 2008 Digital Photo Walk, Valencia Peak, Montana de Oro
This photo is one of a pair, of subject Les Christiansen (see the other photo), [...]
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Mini Flashing Rear 5 LED Light – 141220082026
NOVEMBER 27, 2011 [ EDI T ]
Mini Flashing Rear 5 LED Light – 141220082026 Image by roland context:
www.momentumplanet.com/blog/roland-tanglao/give-gift-light $ CAN 4.25 at mec.ca – Camera phone
upload powered by ShoZu Question by Jessica: what is the best way to mount my iphone 4 to my bike
and use the LED flash as a bike light? I‟m looking for the best [...]
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My lighting set 2
NOVEMBER 26, 2011 [ EDI T ]
My lighting set 2 Image by idua_japan blue light of the bottom is LED light Question by jcol58: What
does flashing red LED light on front of Sony TV mean? TV screen went blank and red LED light flashes
three times, over and over. Best answer: Answer by J MIt‟s a signal for a engineer [...]
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2 of 2 Fill flash experiment on Les Christiansen
NOVEMBER 25, 2011 [ EDI T ]
2 of 2 Fill flash experiment on Les Christiansen Image by mikebaird 2 of 2 Les Christiansen – Fill flash
used to lighten shadows of hat – 26 July 2008 Digital Photo Walk, Valencia Peak, Montana de Oro This
photo is one of a pair, of subject Les Christiansen (see the other photo), intended to [...]
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LED stars
NOVEMBER 24, 2011 [ EDI T ]
LED stars Image by Esther Gibbons This one was taken at f11 and 3 seconds I thought the smaller
aperture would give me more stars effects, but it seems to have less than with the f8 exposure. Maybe
the angle of the backdrop affected the stars. Strobist info: LED lights behind, a flash to camera [...]
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Awash
NOVEMBER 23, 2011 [ EDI T ]
Awash Image by Lazy_Artist Holding the strange device, he was suddenly washed with a great flow of
light… Question by : im going backpacking across a the states form east to west. any important things i
11. should know? so im gonna go backpacking, pretty much roughing it by myself. im tired of stressing over
debt [...]
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LED flash light
NOVEMBER 22, 2011 [ EDI T]
LED flash light Image by s. bär Question by Afg Hero: what happens if you rapidly strobe/flash a led
light? The led light is working at low voltage (2v) compared to its recommended/maximum(3.2V/3.8V).
I want to know if the led light would blow, and if the 555 timer chip would blow I found out the [...]
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Ring Flash
NOVEMBER 21, 2011 [ EDI T]
Ring Flash Image by Melissa Gray This is the start of my £4 ring flash Right, ok. It‟s going to be used for
macro shots mainly, it‟s not big enough for portraits but if I can get great shots doing this I‟ll work out a
way to make a LED light ring that‟s bigger rather [...]
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Outdoor Gear
The outdoor gear
Bike Gears
by HOSTMEI R on NOVEMBER 30, 2011[ EDI T]
Bike Gears
Image by WELS.net
Road bike Gears
Question by The account with no name: Why do people spend a lot of money
on outdoor work-out gear?
Those jogging pants are going to be washed over a thousand times in one year because
they end up smelling like sweaty groin and sweaty buttt crack after you are done working
out…so why buy the fancy expensive jogging pants?
You are eventually going to accidentally step on dog poo when jogging through the park,
so why spend hundreds of dollars on a pair of sport sneakers?
Why do you need the fancy expensive wrist band timer for? Just jog until you cant jog no
more.
12. Do you really need that fancy pair ray-bands that you are going to drop and get all
scratched up?
Best answer:
Answer by DazedAndConfused
No. But if someone has the money, why not spend it?
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monsieur velo ~ gears 1
by HOSTMEI R on NOVEMBER 29, 2011[ EDI T]
monsieur velo ~ gears 1
Image by striatic
gears. i like em.
they make fun noises when you shift, too.
Question by MiMi ♥: Best outdoor hiking/camping gear store?
Best answer:
Answer by Ralfcoder
Try REI, Gander Mountain, or Campmor. Some Dick‟s Sporting Goods have a good
selection of gear. Some only have a good selection of clothes and golf gear.
What do you think? Answer below!
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Backpacker Love
NOVEMBER 28, 2011 [ EDI T ]
Backpacker Love Image by silentDAN After a long time on the road. 30kg? i dont know. everything you
need in life, not more, not less. on year on your back. behind, the beautiful mango-hostel in hervey bay,
right next to fraser island on the the fraser coast in queensland, australia Question by Kevin L: What [...]
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Nordic Walking Stöcke
NOVEMBER 27, 2011 [ EDI T ]
Nordic Walking Stöcke Image by Roberto Verzo Question by Hello: What kind of Outdoor Shed is Best
for Storing Oversized Tools & Gear? Best answer: Answer by NathanGo for a Sequoia wood storage shed.
It has a wide volume base and a barn shaped roof (gambrel) With sizes ranging from 12′ x 12′ to 12′ [...]
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Outdoor World, Springfield, MO
NOVEMBER 26, 2011 [ EDI T ]
13. Outdoor World, Springfield, MO Image by J. Stephen Conn In recent years the Bass Pro Shop company
has built several new Outdoor World stores in major American cities, and I have visited several of them,
in Orlando, Cincinnati, Nashville, etc. All of the stores are large and impressive, but none compares to
the original and [...]
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First-aid/Survival kit
NOVEMBER 25, 2011 [ EDI T ]
First-aid/Survival kit Image by germanium Some stuff I carry with me all the time. A TOPS SSS knife,
tiny flashlight and some other small things. Question by Jeff R: What are some unique outdoor games
formed in the United States? I‟m looking to teach New Hampshire kids about some games they may not
have had [...]
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eVent fabrics
NOVEMBER 24, 2011 [ EDI T ]
eVent fabrics Image by germanium
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lombardi – skimble climbing competition: kei goes!
NOVEMBER 23, 2011 [ EDI T ]
lombardi – skimble climbing competition: kei goes! Image by mariachily Question by wakecrazed:
camping and hiking outdoor gear? im looking to firmilrise my self in the hiking camping backpacking
and climbing brands. like the most popular and highend i so far no of helly hansen north face colubia
petzl… what else is there for WELL knewn [...]
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climber lineup
NOVEMBER 22, 2011 [ EDI T]
climber lineup Image by mariachily Question by anne h: I have a stop over at Miami airport for 5 hours
& I‟m wondering if there are any outletstores for outdoor gear? like Norht Face; Quicksilver, Oakley…
Thanks a lot Best answer: Answer by darkness_55you would have to go all the way to saw grass or [...]
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climber lineup
NOVEMBER 22, 2011 [ EDI T]
climber lineup Image by mariachily Question by anne h: I have a stop over at Miami airport for 5 hours
& I‟m wondering if there are any outletstores for outdoor gear? like Norht Face; Quicksilver, Oakley…
Thanks a lot Best answer: Answer by darkness_55you would have to go all the way to saw grass or [...]
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Hiking
Smart hiking
14. WRC hike near Downtown Memphis
by ADMI N on NOVEMBER 30, 2011
WRC hike near Downtown Memphis
photo by Gary Bridgman*
The two men facing each other are Charles Askew (WRC cofounder) and Mike
Jones whose wonderful documentary photos of the Wolf River are represented in both
this collection and in the Wolf River Flickr group pool
* the photographer has granted the use of this image for the purpose of promoting water
or greenspace conservation under a Creative Commons license whereby the photographer
must be credited by name.
Question by Taknev: never go jungle with a smart company?
Two guys were walking through the woods one day when one of them glanced behind
them and noticed a bear following them. He could see that the bear hadn‟t seen them yet,
so he quickly sat on the ground and began taking off his hiking boots. By the time his
friend noticed him sitting there, he had pulled his running shoes out of his backpack and
was putting them on.
His friend said, “What are you doing ?”
His friend pointed up the trail to reveal the bear coming towards them slowly but surely.
He said,” Man you‟re crazy. There‟s no way you can outrun that bear!!”
As he was standing up, his friend said, ” I don‟t have to outrun the bear, I just have to
outrun you!”
Best answer:
Answer by as 1
this was a scene from the film „without a paddle‟
and it wasnt funny then!
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Inside Smarts Mountain Tower
by ADMI N on NOVEMBER 29, 2011
15. Inside Smart hiking Mountain Tower
Question by MRCOOL: Is pet smart good for socializing my 8 month German
Shepherd puppy?
So basically when my dog was a younger puppy I could only find small dogs to play with
him but he met sooooo many of my friends and family, short and tall he met them all. But
a week and half of bad weather kept us inside he started to get scared of tall people but
was still okay with small children and friends that were average height but then another
two weeks later he started to bark in a low tone but not lunging or growling, nothing to
show signs of aggression. He is trained to the point where he‟ll track with his nose,sit,stay
to a certain point, lay down, speak on command and shake paws. Hes very friendly to
friends cautious of big people as was demonstrated at pet smart where he started barking
at everyone. But when a small dog passed by he was waggin his tail and wanted to play.
When I signed up for training the trainer told me he just needed to get used to many
situations and even suggested to join her facebook page called (paws on the shore) where
he would meet many other dogs and situations on a hike. So I‟m wondering does it seem
like a good training plan for my scaredy cat shepherd. If not please tell me of better
training place near york region or Toronto, that you have experienced. Thank You.
Best answer:
Answer by King Les The Lofty
The socialisation period ended when Pup became 13 weeks old, although if well started
before that it can continue through 16 weeks old.
Although everyone calls it “socialisation”, that is actually a bad term, deluding people
such as yourself into thinking it means playing with people & pups. A more accurate term
would be exposure or familiarisation. The purpose is to (once Pup trusts you) expose it –
from a distance PUP considers safe – to every movement, reflection, scent, sight, sound,
texture to be found in its environment. It should be done on a 6ft/2m lead where there
are NO dogs running loose, with Pup allowed to try to “explore in all directions at once”
except when you need to haul it away from dangerous or disgusting things, or from a
scared human. And if Pup wants to sit & think about a new thing, or to hide behind you,
you should let it, patiently waiting still & silent until Pup decides to ignore or investigate
this new thing, whereupon you praise it – and, if it is still close enough, give it a rub or
pat of encouragement.
YOU should then have been in a training-club class (NOT a pet-shop play-group) starting
when Pup was 18-22 weeks old, so that you were coached to be an effective trainer.
16. You should NOT be encouraging Pup to play with other dogs. His attention should be
focussed on YOU and the other people & animals in your household.
Next time he barks, instantly wrap the leash around his muzzle so that he can‟t open it
enough to bark, then command him with “Quiet!” or “No bark!” or whatever simple
phrase you will CONSISTENTLY use when he is noisy at the wrong time.
Facebook pages, web-pages, commercial videos, books, telephone conversations – ALL of
them have the same flaw: They cannot OBSERVE YOU to see & hear your errors in use of
“the voices”, timing, body-language, balance, use of rewards vs reprimands. Nor can they
observe your pet‟s reactions. And so they cannot coach you, they can only suggest
principles.
Most pet-shop “trainers” have never subjected themselves to the “proof of the pudding” of
competing in Agility or Companion-Utility Trials or Obedience Tests or SchutzHund
Trials.
If you (or a family member) had a phobia, would you force yourself (that person) to be
surrounded by what you (he/she) is scared of?
A far better plan is to keep your dog interested in as much as he is confident about, and
let scary-to-him things stay outside his “bubble” (the distance outside which he couldn‟t
care less about things, but inside which he reacts – it‟s like birds that will let you reach
their “bubble” before taking flight). In training classes you keep his attention fixed on
YOU, so that he comes to realise that if he ignores what other dogs & people are doing
they will ignore him but you will praise-&-reward him. At 8 months old he is salvageable,
although he will never be a bold pooch.
• Add http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/The_GSD_Source to your browser‟s
Bookmarks or Favorites so that you can easily look up such as feeding, vaccinations,
worming, clubs, weights, teething, neutering, disorders, genetics.
In its Links section click GSD_Clubs to get the head offices of the GSDCC and GSSCC and
find out where their nearest training class is (you don‟t want show-training, nor do you
want bite-work training, you want obedience training – and the agility+obedience and
tracking sections of SchutzHund might suit you well). Then switch to the Kennel_Clubs
to get the web-site of the CKC and find out which of its all-breeds clubs have training
classes near you.
Toronto has enough humans that there OUGHT to be several clubs you can choose from,
if you are happy to drive a bit. Even just York should have at least half a dozen.
• To ask about GSDs, join some of the 400+ YahooGroups dedicated to various aspects of
living with GSDs. Each group‟s Home page tells you which aspects they like to discuss,
and how active they are. Unlike YA, they are set up so that you can have an ongoing
discussion with follow-up questions for clarification. Most allow you to include photos.
17. Les P, owner of GSD_Friendly: http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/GSD_Friendly
“In GSDs” as of 1967
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