Friday, September 30, 2011
A Singular Talent, In A Romance Done By 'Number'
Funnywoman Anna Faris is Ally Darling, looking for answers about why she's burned through so many men without finding the marrying kind. The actress's all-out, offbeat tomfoolery helps add spark to an otherwise ordinary hard-R comedy.
"Perfect Moments of Shred": A Photo Show for the A-Rob Plant a Seed Foundationotography Show
Join us Thursday, September 29th at the Bomb Snow World Headquarters for an amazing night of snowboarding-inspired photography as we celebrate “Perfect Moments Of Shred,” a fundraiser for the A-ROB Plant A Seed Foundation.
The show will feature a curated collection of iconic images from snowboarding’s most esteemed photographers that have never been available for public purchase. This limited edition series features work by internationally respected shooters: Jeff Curtes, Frode Sandbech, Andy Wright, Matt Georges, Jenna Low and Scott Serfas, just to name a few.
Proceeds from the event will help support the recently launched A-ROB Plant A Seed Foundation, a Whitefish-based, non-profit started after Aaron Robinson’s untimely death while snowboarding in Chile this past summer. The Foundation will help carry out Aaron’s dream of providing underprivileged children the opportunity to experience and develop their own passion and love for snowboarding.
Join us from 6-11pm on Thursday, September 29th at 410 N. Broadway (next door to the Bozeman Brewery). Dress up attire (left to your interpretation) is encouraged. A silent auction including a YES board and Spark R&D bindings will be held during the show as well and limited numbers of prints will be available online following the show.
Thanks to all of our generous sponsors: Volcom, Airblaster, Spark R+D, Jeff Hawe Photography, Mystery Ranch, Bomb Snow, World Boards, YES and K2 Snowboards. For more info check out: BombSnow.com.
The show will feature a curated collection of iconic images from snowboarding’s most esteemed photographers that have never been available for public purchase. This limited edition series features work by internationally respected shooters: Jeff Curtes, Frode Sandbech, Andy Wright, Matt Georges, Jenna Low and Scott Serfas, just to name a few.
Proceeds from the event will help support the recently launched A-ROB Plant A Seed Foundation, a Whitefish-based, non-profit started after Aaron Robinson’s untimely death while snowboarding in Chile this past summer. The Foundation will help carry out Aaron’s dream of providing underprivileged children the opportunity to experience and develop their own passion and love for snowboarding.
Join us from 6-11pm on Thursday, September 29th at 410 N. Broadway (next door to the Bozeman Brewery). Dress up attire (left to your interpretation) is encouraged. A silent auction including a YES board and Spark R&D bindings will be held during the show as well and limited numbers of prints will be available online following the show.
Thanks to all of our generous sponsors: Volcom, Airblaster, Spark R+D, Jeff Hawe Photography, Mystery Ranch, Bomb Snow, World Boards, YES and K2 Snowboards. For more info check out: BombSnow.com.
The Nation: Bombing Haqqani Is A Bad Idea
Is involvement in Pakistan worsening by the day? The Nation's Robert Dreyfuss explains why U.S. action against Haqqani will only make exacerbate the situation.
Day 2 On the River ? July 27th 2011
This morning we woke up to about 37 degrees. As I crawled out of my cozy warm sleeping bag and made my way out of the tent, the cold air hit me like someone spilled a bucket of water over my head. I grabbed my ski hat, gloves and fleece and headed towards breakfast. Thank [...]
The "Bipartisanship" Racket
Michael Tomasky, The Daily BeastIn 1994, the Weekly World News reported that Alan Simpson was one of 12 senators who was actually born on another planet. The paper didn't name which one, but whichever one it was, we can safely draw two conclusions about it. First, the life forms there must not last to age 65, because he obviously has something against those who do. Second, they are a highly musical race, because Simpson has for years been a virtuoso"”as he demonstrated again Wednesday"”at playing the Washington media, emphasizing the story line that they want to hear and that keeps...
Weekly Whitewater Watch: July 25th ? August 1st 2011
*As we reach the middle of our season, keep in mind that due to water flows some of our rivers are no longer run-able. If you don’t see a river listed below, we have stopped running it for the season! California Lower Klamath River – CFS: 1,800-2,000. Current minimum age: 4. Weather: A few showers [...]
"Fast And Furious" Might Be Obama's Watergate
Frank Miniter, ForbesWhy a gunrunning scandal codenamed “Fast and Furious,” a program run secretly by the U.S. government that sent thousands of firearms over an international border and directly into the hands of criminals, hasn’t been pursued by an army of reporters all trying to be the next Bob Woodward or Carl Bernstein is a story in itself.But the state of modern journalism aside, this scandal is so inflammatory few realize that official records show the current director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), B. Todd Jones — yes...
Half Baked: Berkeley's Diversity Machine
Heather Mac Donald, City JrnlTuesday’s now infamous affirmative-action bake sale at the University of California at Berkeley is unlikely to dissuade Governor Jerry Brown from signing a bill that would reintroduce race and gender preferences into the state’s public universities. It has nevertheless served one useful function: it has clarified just what Berkeley’s vice chancellor for equity and diversity does for his whopping $194,000 annual salary.Berkeley’s College Republicans wanted their “Increase Diversity Bake Sale” to serve as a counterweight to a phone...
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Canadian Rockies Weather Forecast
It’s Wednesday, August 31, and our annual blast of winter-preview weather has arrived. It’s 4�C at our house in Canmore. It’s been raining all day. The clouds are so low, the mountains ringing our town are obscured. Tonight, the rain will likely turn to sleet or snow. And when the clouds clear, the summits will [...]
Kayaker Beatdown on the Ottawa River (and Surprise Ending :)
This was one of the “Videos Recommended for You” on my YouTube kayaking channel – too funny.� What really surprised me about this one was how it turned out!� Pretty impressive. That’s Dragon’s Tongue on the Ottawa River.
Shiva Rea at TEDx: Black Rock City
TEDxBlackRockCity was a one-day event of talks and performances that explored and embodied the frontiers of human knowledge and experience. The speakers and performers reflected a wide variety of the creative dimensions of Black Rock City; a temporary city of … Continue reading →
Saudi Woman Sentenced To Lashings After Violating Driving Ban
A group of activists in Saudi Arabia has launched a campaign to overturn a court ruling against a woman who defied the kingdom's ban on driving by women. The woman was sentenced to 10 lashes with a whip after she defied the ban in her home city on the Red Sea Coast. Melissa Block talks with NPR's Soraya Sarhaddi Nelson for the details.
Calif. toddler swallows cocaine, parents jailed (Providence Journal)
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Massive Star Served Sunny Side Up
A rare, yellow hypergiant star has been photographed by researchers at the European Southern Observatory. The burning ball of gas is rapidly dying, just 13,000 light-years away from us.
Day 5 On the River ? July 30th 2011
It is quite enjoyable starting the day at 6:00 AM with Yoga. I have never tried it before but this was a trip of firsts, so I was game. I did find it to be helpful to relax my sore and stiff body. As the sun was rising in the sky, there I was trying [...]
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Obama Has Set Race Relations Back Decades
Victor Davis Hanson, NROIn the current racial circus, the president of the United States, in addressing an assembly of upscale black professionals and political leaders, adopts the style of a Southern Baptist preacher of the 1960s. He alters his cadences and delivery to both berate and gin up the large audience — posing as a messianic figure who will “march” them out to speak truth to power. In response, the omnipresent Rep. Maxine Waters goes public yet again, to object that the president has no right to rally blacks in this way, when he does not adopt similar tones of admonishment...
Weekly Standard: A Reactionary In The White House
Is Obama populist or reactionary? The Weekly Standard's Fred Barnes claims that Obama's approach to the budget implies the latter.
Obama Appeals Health Care Setback To High Court
The administration appealed an appeals court decision that declared the law's central provision ? that individuals buy health insurance or pay a penalty beginning in 2014 ? unconstitutional. The appeal raises the prospects of a major election-year ruling on the issue.
Who Are The Job Creators?
As President Obama pushes Congress to pass his jobs bill, Republicans argue the administration's policies hurt "job creators." The phrase "job creators" comes up often these days in political rhetoric. So we wanted to understand who exactly the jobs creators are. Melissa Block talks with Justin Wolfers, professor of business and public policy at the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.
Weekly Whitewater Watch: July 25th ? August 1st 2011
*As we reach the middle of our season, keep in mind that due to water flows some of our rivers are no longer run-able. If you don’t see a river listed below, we have stopped running it for the season! California Lower Klamath River – CFS: 1,800-2,000. Current minimum age: 4. Weather: A few showers [...]
Burning Man 2011 (Pictorial & Video)
Trying to explain what Burning Man is to someone who has never been to the event is a bit like trying to explain what a particular color looks like to someone who is blind… Enjoy these sights and sounds of … Continue reading →
The Opinionated Hikers on Patrol for You
Parks Canada is Off Route Visitation to Canada?s Rocky Mountain National Parks has been declining. In an effort to reverse that trend, Parks Canada has announced it will allow the construction of a via ferrata in Banff National Park, at Mt. Norquay Ski Area, above Banff townsite. Parks Canada does not construct new hiking trails [...]
"Racists" for Herman Cain?
Mona Charen, National ReviewDo not suppose for a minute that Herman Cain's victory in the Florida straw poll will alter the liberal narrative about the tea party movement and Republicans. No, we will continue to be instructed by the Congressional Black Caucus, the Today Show and The New York Times that the eruption of the tea parties is a reflection of the dark id of American conservatism; that it is primarily racist and xenophobic; and that the tea party movement is radical and extremist.Waving the "bloody shirt" of racism has been the most reliable workhorse of Democratic politics for at least a...
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Sweet Tunes Under the South Fork Sky this September 16-18
Our contacts at the American River Music festival tell us that tickets with full camping passes are selling out fast so if you’re planning on coming for the full weekend it’s time to get those tickets bought!!� It all happens September 16-18, 2011. This annual festival on the banks of the South Fork American River [...]
A Short History of the Income Tax
John Steele Gordon, Wall Street JournalWhether the "millionaires and billionaires" are actually paying their fair share of taxes is a matter for the electorate to decide. After all, fairness is hardly an objective standard.Before the modern era, however, the federal tax system was manifestly unfair by any reasonable standard, grossly biased in favor of the well off. Ironically, attempting to fix that unfairness is what has brought us to the present moment, with a federal tax system that is grotesquely complex, often arbitrary, and corrupted by mutual back-scratching between members of Congress and influential lobbyists.
Details Emerge About Pakistani Attack On U.S. Officers
At a moment when the partnership between the United States and Pakistan is fraying, new details are emerging about an ambush where Pakistani troops attacked visiting U.S. officers. Michele Norris talks with New York Times reporter Carlotta Gall about her story on the attack.
Obama' 'Stop Complaining' Order To Black Caucus Causes Stir
For a president whose approval ratings even among African Americans have dropped strikingly, it can't be anything but bad news that his speech's climax has upset part of his base.
Video: Rob McKibbin and Sam Grafton Run Log Choke Falls
I was heading over to Leavenworth with my friend Betsy yesterday when I happened to see kayaks on the side of the road by the Tye River.� Seeing as I’m in withdrawal from not having boated for nearly a month after messing up my back (can finally sneeze without having to hold on to furniture [...]
Voters May Face Slower Lines In 2012 Elections
Facing cutbacks, election offices across the country are making tough decisions, such as trimming the number of voting sites and shortening the number of days for early voting. Doug Lewis, who runs The Election Center, says that at the very least, voters should be prepared for slower lines in 2012.
Avoiding Global Warming Stories
Global warming is important, controversial and complicated, but somehow even broaching this subject makes me feel like someone's put heavy stones in my head. Why is that?
Monday, September 26, 2011
Senate OKs deal to avoid government shutdown (reuters)
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How Community Supported Agriculture Sprouted In China
In a village near Beijing, Little Donkey Farm is trying to rebuild a tradition of organic farming in the world's most populous country. It builds on thousands of years of Chinese history, but it's also inspired by American experiences.
New York's New Shipping Plan Sparks Feud
New York state is poised to implement new rules that could have a major impact on the global shipping industry. Invasive species sometimes move from place to place in "ballast water" ? that's the water ships suck in and discharge to level their loads. Officials in New York want all that ballast water treated to kill any "living pollution" before it reaches their harbors. But the treatment technology is expensive and untested. Because the state serves as a gateway to the Great Lakes and ports in New Jersey, other states and countries are disputing the new rules.
Weekly Whitewater Watch: July 25th ? August 1st 2011
*As we reach the middle of our season, keep in mind that due to water flows some of our rivers are no longer run-able. If you don’t see a river listed below, we have stopped running it for the season! California Lower Klamath River – CFS: 1,800-2,000. Current minimum age: 4. Weather: A few showers [...]
Beginner Whitewater Kayaker Thread on Professor Paddle
If you’re a beginner to intermediate whitewater kayaker around the Seattle area and are looking for people to boat with you might want to check out this sticky thread on Professor Paddle for beginners to organize runs. I always tell people to join the Washington Kayak Club too, because even if you don’t see runs [...]
Obama Says GOP Would 'Cripple' America
In a West Coast fundraising swing, the president aims to renew the ardor of Democratic loyalists who have grown increasingly disenchanted with him. He's mixing frontal attacks on Republicans with words of encouragement intended to buck up the faithful as the 2012 campaign revs up.
What Happens If FEMA Runs Out Of Money?
Unless Congress acts, it will happen early next week, putting a halt to projects in communities around the country still struggling to recover from this year's spate of hurricanes, tornadoes and wildfires. And it would leave FEMA unable to respond to new disasters.
Sunday, September 25, 2011
'Moneyball': A 'Bad News Bears' For MBAs
Moneyball stars Brad Pitt as Billy Beane, the Oakland A's general manager who used analytics and statistics to stay competitive against other teams with much larger payrolls. Critic David Edelstein says the film, based on the 2003 Michael Lewis book, is "entertaining as a sports-underdog story."
Foam Boater Movie Guy Strikes again . . .
Just for fun, here’s a hilarious new video from the foam boater movie guy!� Don’t worry, no actual club boaters were harmed in the making of this video (all footage was donated–yay for people who have a sense of humor even when it comes to their boating prowress!). Bookmark This!
"Condo Life" in Revelstoke: Backcountry-Side Lodging
The camper in the backcountry may or may not be on solid legal footing, but it sure makes for a great home to drop into a heavy Revelstoke storm or two. Check the edit from Nikolai Samson and Almond Mfg.
Facebook's Latest Great Leap Forward Part Of A Proud Corporate Tradition
It seems like Facebook makes changes every few months and doesn't respond to consumer complaints. What happens when other companies make changes that consumers don't want, didn't ask for and want things changed back?
What's He Saying? 'Bahh' Or 'Fahh'? A Brain Mystery
What you see and what you hear can be totally different. Watch this clip and experience the "McGurk Effect" ? your eyes will be confused and your ears ashamed.
A Club King Returns Himself To The 'Limelight'
A documentary, named for one of Peter Gatien's iconic '80s nightclubs, recounts the rise and fall of a clubland king who ran afoul of the DEA.
What Happens If FEMA Runs Out Of Money?
Unless Congress acts, it will happen early next week, putting a halt to projects in communities around the country still struggling to recover from this year's spate of hurricanes, tornadoes and wildfires. And it would leave FEMA unable to respond to new disasters.
Between China And India Lies Myanmar's Future
Myanmar mostly makes news in the West these days with blood and iron, when the brutal military regime cracks down on monks and others protesting for democracy. Host Scott Simon chats with Thant Myint-U, author of Where China Meets India: Burma and the New Crossroads of Asia, who says the country may have a bright and bold future as a bridge between China and India's growing economies.
Saturday, September 24, 2011
Roxy Ride the Waves Pants ? True Black
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Sweet Tunes Under the South Fork Sky this September 16-18
Our contacts at the American River Music festival tell us that tickets with full camping passes are selling out fast so if you’re planning on coming for the full weekend it’s time to get those tickets bought!!� It all happens September 16-18, 2011. This annual festival on the banks of the South Fork American River [...]
GOP Presidential Hopefuls Visit CPAC
For a few days, Florida is at the center of the race for the Republican presidential nomination. After Thursday night's debate, the Republican presidential candidates stopped by the Conservative Political Action Conference in Orlando, Fla.
IMF says global economy entering dangerous phase (Providence Journal)
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Where in the World is AO? Marrakesh!
Where in the World is AO? Still on a bumpy ride, just a lot slower and a lot more dry! My last stop on the voyage this summer has taken me to Morocco. After porting in Casablanca, I took a train to Marrakesh and found myself riding a camel through the desert for 30 minutes! [...]
Our Big Backyard in Canmore
When traveling outside Canada, we often say “Banff” when someone asks us where we’re from. It’s just easier, because most people have at least heard of Banff National Park, while relatively few are familiar with Canmore. But we wince when we do it, because we love Canmore and feel proud and fortunate to reside here. [...]
Media Loved Suskind When He Was Bashing Bush
Byron York, ExaminerYou want a quick and easy introduction to media bias? Just look at the reception given to author Ron Suskind when he appeared on NBC's "Today" show this week to promote his new book, "Confidence Men," which is critical of President Obama -- and then compare it to the reception Suskind received in 2004 when he appeared on "Today" to tout another book,"The Price of Loyalty," which was critical of President George W. Bush.Start with the new book. The newsworthy bits in "Confidence Men" are well known: Suskind reports the Obama White House is...
Friday, September 23, 2011
Facebook's Latest Great Leap Forward Part Of A Proud Corporate Tradition
It seems like Facebook makes changes every few months and doesn't respond to consumer complaints. What happens when other companies make changes that consumers don't want, didn't ask for and want things changed back?
Haiti president: UN made errors but should stay (Providence Journal)
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Also-Rans: What Drives The Perennial Candidates?
Some candidates run for the White House over and over again, usually with little effect on the race itself. What do they get out of it? Why do they bother? "My ultimate goal is actually ... to win," says fourth-time hopeful Joe Schriner. "Seriously."
"Condo Life" in Revelstoke: Backcountry-Side Lodging
The camper in the backcountry may or may not be on solid legal footing, but it sure makes for a great home to drop into a heavy Revelstoke storm or two. Check the edit from Nikolai Samson and Almond Mfg.
Study: Women's Memory More Receptive To Low Voice
Melissa Block and Lynn Neary learn from researcher Kevin Allan of the University of Aberdeen King's College in Scotland that women remember better when spoken to in a low-pitch voice. This helps women to pick a suitable partner.
Burton's Standing Sideways: The Final Teaser
The final teaser for Burton's Standing Sideways, premiering tomorrow in Denver, CO.
Romney, Others Swing at Perry in Debate
Carl Cannon, RealClearPoliticsORLANDO, Fla. -- Nine Republicans sparred on a stage here Thursday night as part of a three-day conservapalooza designed to galvanize the GOP base, winnow an unwieldy roster of candidates, and flesh out the issues to use against President Obama in next year's general election.To date, the unforgiving metrics of funding and poll numbers place Rick Perry and Mitt Romney as the front-runners in the 2012 Republican presidential field, with the Texas governor leading the former Massachusetts governor in every national poll, and most of the state-by-state matchups.Nothing that occurred...
Four things we learned from Thursday's GOP debate (CNN)
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Auf Wiedersehen to the the Tuolumne and Cherry Creek
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAnd we’re done.� No more Tuolumne adventures�in 2011.� Time to say a fond farewell to our brave ATV drivers, pat the ol’ Blue Boom goodbye,�wish Larry the Boomtruck driver to a great winter, and pack up the warehouse ’till spring.� Thanks to all of you who helped make 2011 an epic year on the Tuolumne!�� [...]
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Can Computers Reconstruct Your Dreams?
It might not be as far-fetched as it sounds. Scientists say a computer was able to use scans showing the brain activity of people watching movie clips to make rough reconstructions of what they viewed. The technology might someday help stroke victims or others who have no other way to communicate.
The Goldilocks Enigma: Is The Universe Fit For Life?
Astronomers are finding Earth-like planets by the dozen. Does this mean that we are close to finding alien life forms out there? And could they be intelligent? Or is intelligence a rare trait in the cosmos?
Video: Dane Jackson on Detonator Wave
Chris Ohta posted this video of Dane Jackson on Detonator Wave in Alma, Quebec on Facebook yesterday, it’s pretty extraordinary.� The air he catches on these moves is amazing. Check out the footage towards the end that shows him backing into that enormous foam pile.� I was proud of myself for getting onto Rodeo Hole [...]
Grown-Up Apples And Honey For Rosh Hashana
Many of food writer Deena Prichep's childhood memories of the Jewish holiday involve a bowl of MacIntoshes and a bear-shaped plastic squeeze bottle. But her grown-up sweet tooth craves a more sophisticated way to invoke a sweet new year. Exit the honey cake, enter the rosemary honey apple galette.
Ga. Executes Davis: Supporters Claim Injustice
Defiant until the end, Troy Davis was executed in Georgia Wednesday night for the murder of an off-duty police officer. He convinced hundreds of thousands of people around the world, but not a single court, that he was innocent.
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Obama Rebuffed as Palestinians Pursue UN Seat
Cooper & Myers, NYTUNITED NATIONS — A last-ditch American effort to head off a Palestinian bid for membership in the United Nations faltered. President Obama tried to qualify his own call, just a year ago, for a Palestinian state. And President Nicolas Sarkozy of France stepped forcefully into the void, with a proposal that pointedly repudiated Mr. Obama’s approach.
The extraordinary tableau Wednesday at the United Nations underscored a stark new reality: the United States is facing the prospect of having to share, or even cede, its decades-long role as the architect of Middle East...
The extraordinary tableau Wednesday at the United Nations underscored a stark new reality: the United States is facing the prospect of having to share, or even cede, its decades-long role as the architect of Middle East...
Troy Davis maintains his innocence until the end (Providence Journal)
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Economic Pessimism Deepens, and More Blame Obama
Susan Page, USATEight of 10 say the economy is in a recession, and nearly as many say it hasn't improved over the past year. Even more ominous: Six in 10 predict the economy a year from now will be the same or worse than today, a downturn from the public's views last year and the year before.That gloomy outlook, economists say, can become a self-fulfilling prophesy.
Smiley?s Project: Devils Thumb (video)
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Foreign Policy: The Myth Of The Middle Class
According to Foreign Policy's Charles Kenny, the world's most pandered-to demographic is no more economically productive or civic-minded than anyone else.
Romney questions Perry stance on Social Security (The Arizona Republic)
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Video: Whitewater Kayaking the Potomac River
Dan Patrinellis posted�a nice video recently of a run he took with the Davis brothers on the Potomac River when the level was around 3.5.� There’s a stellar boof at 1:05 (at least it looks that way to me – I notice those because most of my boofs leave me requiring scuba gear).� Also, to [...]
Professor Paddle Ball 2011 Videos
The 2011�Professor Paddle Ball took place over Memorial Day weekend outside of Leavenworth, Washington, one of my favorite places.� The Ball is�a once-a-year gathering of the Northwest kayaking community organized by ProfessorPaddle.com founder James Amandus and a crew of volunteers, including Adam Ales, maker of the awesome Big Air Ramp over the past few years.� [...]
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Day 3 On the River ? July 28th 2011
Today started out great. We woke up to a warm magnificent morning, had a lovely camp breakfast and headed for our boats. By now I was getting more daring. I like adventure and it?s so much more fun to do things the hard way. So today I chose to go in a ducky (a one [...]
How are the Two Sections of the South Fork Different?
The South Fork American: the river?s so nice, we raft it twice! Okay, sort of. We DO have two separate sections of the river, which make for two awesome trips! Callers will often get confused when they ask us for information on the South Fork, or ask to reserve a trip on the river. Almost [...]
Op-Ed: Time For U.S. To Recognize A New Middle East
The president of the Palestinian Authority, Mahmoud Abbas, plans to take the issue of Palestinian statehood to the United Nations Security Council on Friday. The U.S. plans to veto the application. Professor Rashid Khalidi argues it's time for the U.S. to step back and adapt to a new Middle East.
Sandwich Monday: The Mac N' Cheese Big Daddy Patty Melt
The Mac N' Cheese Big Daddy Patty Melt, clocks in at 1,690 calories, 99 grams of fat, and a word count of 7, as long as you count "N'" as a word.
What does fried cheese have to do with rafting?
Man–or woman–cannot live on whitewater alone.� Even if there’s a tasty AO deli lunch in the middle of the day.� As soon as you get off the water, the belly starts rumbling and we find the biggest question on everyone’s mind is “where should we go for dinner?” Yeah yeah, you could stop at some [...]
The Nation: The Devilish Detail of Obama's Speech
Was Obama's deficit speech a step towards progress? The Nation's John Nichols outlines the good, the bad, and the ugly from Monday's address.
Weekly Standard: Is Pennsylvania Relevant?
Would a redefinition of electoral college votes render Pennsylvania irrelevant in the presidential election? The Weekly Standard's John McCormack defends Pennsylvania's proposal for shifting its system of voting.
Open Air with Cheryl Maas
Cheryl Maas has a pretty cool story: raised riding dry slopes in Holland, she has become one of the best female riders around. In this first installation of the "Open Air" series, she returns home to the dry slopes where it all started.
Monday, September 19, 2011
With Premiere Week Upon Us, We Want To Ask Why
Variety TV editor Andrew Wallenstein argues that there's no longer much reason ? other than inertia ? for the networks to pile up their series premieres in the fall.
Cherokee Nation Faces Scrutiny For Expelling Blacks
The Cherokee Nation in Oklahoma is risking millions in federal funding after its decision to expel about 2,800 African-American members. Known as Freedmen, these members are descendants of slaves owned by Cherokees, and some wonder if the move is racist.
Pre-Trip Anticipation
My daughter Jenn has a birthday this month and she always wanted to kayak/raft in the Salmon River area…..especially the Middle Fork Salmon. So it seemed natural to take her on this trip. Little did I know that this birthday present for her would be scaring me half to death. Making plans for the O.A.R.S. [...]
The Emmys: Satisfying Winners Elevate A Sloppy Show
The Emmy Awards celebrated some very good performances on Sunday night, but the show itself was weak.
Advice from 30,000 miles on the Trail
Our friends at Explore Magazine recently asked us for suggestions on “how to hike more efficiently.” They published several of our tips in the most recent issue of the magazine. But we thought you might want to read the entire list. Here you go: efficient hiking = actually going hiking The more you hike, the [...]
Lucretius, Man Of Modern Mystery
In his new book, author and Harvard literature professor Stephen Greenblatt explores the 2,000 year-old writings of Lucretius and his "spookily modern" creation tale.
Into The Wild: Alaskan Train Caters To The Intrepid
The Hurricane Turn is one of the last whistle-stop trains in the U.S. ? trains that allow travelers to hop on and off where they choose. Found in Alaska's interior, the Hurricane Turn also provides the only access a few dozen families have to their remote homes and cabins.
What Can Obama Do Improve His Approval Rating?
A new New York Times-CBS News poll shows President Obama with an approval rating of 43 percent. That, and other tough news for the president have prompted at least one major Democratic voice, James Carville, to call for a round of White House firings. Weekends on All Things Considered Guy Raz speaks with James Fallows of The Atlantic about what Obama needs to do to right the ship.
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Bush library fundraising has surpassed $300M goal (Providence Journal)
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Effort on Home Loans Stalls (WSJ)
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Yogaslackers: Scenes From The Send ? A 300 Foot Long Slackline (video)
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Cultivating A Wastewater Treatment System
The New York Department of Environmental Protection installed a prototype "algal turf scrubber" at one of its wastewater treatment plants in Queens. The scrubber--two 350-foot metal ramps coated with algae that grows naturally--is designed to use algae to remove nutrients and boost dissolved oxygen in the water that passes through it.
Do New Voting Laws Suppress Fraud? Or Democrats?
More than a dozen states have passed new voting regulations this year. Kris Kobach, the Republican secretary of state in Kansas, says his state's voter ID law will cut down on fraud. But Rolling Stone's Ari Berman, who has covered the laws extensively, says fraud isn't widespread and the laws disproportionately affect certain groups.
Bill Young, allies, imply he'll run for re-election (tbo)
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Republicans seize on waning campus Obamamania (Star Tribune)
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Last Chance for Tuolumne River Rafting in 2011
Along with it’s hopped-up sibling Cherry Creek, the Lower or Main section of the Tuolumne River will be closing up shop after Labor Day weekend.� Despite the seemingly endless high water we enjoyed on the T this year, it does all come down to the Powers That Be at the reservoir facilities so when they [...]
Saturday, September 17, 2011
"Condo Life" in Revelstoke: Backcountry-Side Lodging
The camper in the backcountry may or may not be on solid legal footing, but it sure makes for a great home to drop into a heavy Revelstoke storm or two. Check the edit from Nikolai Samson and Almond Mfg.
Dr. Frank Lipman: Days 12 & 13: Nature Meditation (Huffington post)
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Workers Start Dismantling Dams In Wash.
Work crews Thursday begin dismantling the two dams on the Elwha River, on Washington's Olympic Peninsula. By some measures, this is the largest dam-removal project ever ? and, at 210 feet, one of the dams is certainly the tallest dam ever taken down. The process is an extremely tricky one ? in terms of engineering, ecology and politics ? but environmentalists hope this project heralds the beginning of the end of the age of big dams in the American West. Those who like big dams, for economic reasons, worry about the same thing. Michele Norris talks with NPR's Martin Kaste.
Friday, September 16, 2011
Alli Rainey: My Favorite Summer Apr�s-Climbing Meals
Ah, summer ? long days of climbing late into the night make it hard to come home and prepare a healthy and delicious dinner. After all, who wants to chop, measure, and wait while a meal is prepared when exhausted … Continue reading →
Video: Whitewater Kayaking the Potomac River
Dan Patrinellis posted�a nice video recently of a run he took with the Davis brothers on the Potomac River when the level was around 3.5.� There’s a stellar boof at 1:05 (at least it looks that way to me – I notice those because most of my boofs leave me requiring scuba gear).� Also, to [...]
Jane Lynch: A Life Of 'Happy Accidents'
Jane Lynch tells David Greene that her career got a giant boost from a Frosted Flakes commercial, and her personal life benefited enormously from a letter she wrote and thought she might never choose to send.
Does Obama Believe He's Still Popular?
Jay Cost, Weekly StandardSo, I guess this would be yet another reason not to expect the American Jobs Act to pass through the Congress. After all, there just aren’t enough people that love President Obama anymore!I’ve said it before, and it bears repeating, given this absurd little clip: Barack Obama is not a popular president. He certainly is not as deeply unpopular as some of his predecessors have been at various points, but he has not been popular for a very long time.
Day 3 On the River ? July 28th 2011
Today started out great. We woke up to a warm magnificent morning, had a lovely camp breakfast and headed for our boats. By now I was getting more daring. I like adventure and it?s so much more fun to do things the hard way. So today I chose to go in a ducky (a one [...]
This Is a Sinking Ship: A Mid-Length Feature
From the Bear Cubs, aka Mike Morgan and Brendon Hupp, comes this 15-minute AK-based jib flick, which is worth a gander. Interesting filmmaking and solid riding make for a worthy diversion...
Iran's Political Infighting Ensnares 2 U.S. Hikers
The families of two American hikers imprisoned in Iran received hopeful, and then wrenching news this week. Iran's president announced the two would be released, only to have the judiciary deny it the next day. It's an indication the political infighting among Iranian conservatives is intensifying.
Beginner Whitewater Kayaker Thread on Professor Paddle
If you’re a beginner to intermediate whitewater kayaker around the Seattle area and are looking for people to boat with you might want to check out this sticky thread on Professor Paddle for beginners to organize runs. I always tell people to join the Washington Kayak Club too, because even if you don’t see runs [...]
Thursday, September 15, 2011
How Do You Convince a Seasoned Skier to Try Snowboarding?
The following guest post is by Rory Alexander, a seasoned snowboarder and member of the Eternal Snow team. EternalSnow.com offers everything from a women?s snowboard, to all around snowboard boots, to top snowboarding gear, and much more. Alright skiers it is time to try something new, snowboarding.� ?But i have skied for years. Why snowboard?? [...]
Post-Irene Cleanup May Damage Environment
Towns and villages in Vermont and upstate New York are beginning to recover from Tropical Storm Irene. But scientists say the widespread chemical and sewage spills, and the cleanup's effect on trout streams, could cause lasting environmental damage.
Islamists' Sway Raises Questions for Libya
Nordland & Kirkpatrick, NYTTRIPOLI, Libya — In the emerging post-Qaddafi Libya, the most influential politician may well be Ali Sallabi, who has no formal title but commands broad respect as an Islamic scholar and populist orator who was instrumental in leading the mass uprising. Ali Sallabi, who led a group said to be tied to Al Qaeda. More Photos »
The most powerful military leader is now Abdel Hakim Belhaj, the former leader of a hard-line group once believed to be aligned with Al Qaeda.
The growing influence of Islamists in Libya raises hard questions...
The most powerful military leader is now Abdel Hakim Belhaj, the former leader of a hard-line group once believed to be aligned with Al Qaeda.
The growing influence of Islamists in Libya raises hard questions...
Perry Focuses On Faith At Christian University
Texas Gov. Rick Perry, the current front-runner for the Republican presidential nomination, visited Liberty University after what some considered a lackluster showing in this week's Tea Party debate in Tampa. Perry largely avoided politics, speaking about his inspirations and his faith.
Foreign Policy: A Dictator's Handbook For Obama
As the opposition gears up for 2012, everyone has some advice for Obama. But should he be taking cues from abroad? Foreign Policy's Bruce Bueno de Mesquita and Alastair Smith have leadership ideas from unlikely sources.
Agency Takes New Approach To Save Everglades Land
In Florida, federal officials have released plans for a new wildlife preserve just south of Orlando. The Everglades Headwaters National Wildlife Refuge will include at least 150,000 acres, but there's a twist ? most of it will remain under private ownership.
Is Poverty a Death Sentence?
Sen. Bernie Sanders, Huffington PostThe crisis of poverty in America is one of the great moral and economic issues facing our country. It is very rarely talked about in the mainstream media. It gets even less attention in Congress. Why should people care? Many poor people don't vote. They certainly don't make large campaign contributions, and they don't have powerful lobbyists representing their interests.Here's why we all should care. There are 46 million Americans -- about one in six -- living below the poverty line. That's the largest number on record, according to a new report released Tuesday by...
Day 3 On the River ? July 28th 2011
Today started out great. We woke up to a warm magnificent morning, had a lovely camp breakfast and headed for our boats. By now I was getting more daring. I like adventure and it?s so much more fun to do things the hard way. So today I chose to go in a ducky (a one [...]
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Perry Focuses On Faith At Christian University
Texas Gov. Rick Perry, the current front-runner for the Republican presidential nomination, visited Liberty University after what some considered a lackluster showing in this week's Tea Party debate in Tampa. Perry largely avoided politics, speaking about his inspirations and his faith.
Our Big Backyard in Canmore
When traveling outside Canada, we often say “Banff” when someone asks us where we’re from. It’s just easier, because most people have at least heard of Banff National Park, while relatively few are familiar with Canmore. But we wince when we do it, because we love Canmore and feel proud and fortunate to reside here. [...]
The 2012 Landscape Is Trouble for Dems
Josh Kraushaar, National JournalQuestions? Call us at 800-207-8001 By Josh Kraushaar "Against the Grain" is a weekly column for National Journal Daily.By Josh KraushaarVoters: Will they take out their frustrations on Democrats in 2012.For much of the year, the battle for control of Congress looked unclear. President Obama's approval ratings were dropping, but Republicans in Congress were even more unpopular. Senate Democrats faced a tough landscape, defending many more seats than Republicans, but the races...
Where in the World is AO? Marrakesh!
Where in the World is AO? Still on a bumpy ride, just a lot slower and a lot more dry! My last stop on the voyage this summer has taken me to Morocco. After porting in Casablanca, I took a train to Marrakesh and found myself riding a camel through the desert for 30 minutes! [...]
Weekly Standard: Awkward Silences Over Afghanistan
As the slew of Republican candidate debates continues, the war in Afghanistan has barely merited a mention. The Weekly Standard's Daniel Halper explains why he wasn't impressed with GOP candidates' talk ? or lack thereof ? on an oft-forgotten subject.
Why We Need a Gas Tax or Cap & Trade
Tom Friedman, New York TimesEvery time I listen to Gov. Rick Perry of Texas and Representative Michele Bachmann of Minnesota talk about how climate change is some fraud perpetrated by scientists trying to gin up money for research, I'm always reminded of one of my favorite movie lines that Jack Nicholson delivers to his needy neighbor who knocks on his door in the film "As Good As It Gets." "Where do they teach you to talk like this?" asks Nicholson. "Sell crazy someplace else. We're all stocked up here." Thomas L. Friedman ...
Blast At French Nuclear Waste Plant Leaves One Dead
An explosion at a nuclear waste processing plant in France has left one person dead and four others injured ? one seriously. The French nuclear authority says the blast was contained within a furnace, and there is no leak of radioactive material. The plant, which lies about 25 miles north of Avignon, is not involved in electricity production and has no nuclear reactors.
Secret Hikes in the Canadian Rockies
“Please take that hike out of your book. It?s a secret few people know about. I want to keep it that way.” We rarely receive a request to excise a particular trip from one of our hiking guidebooks, but when we do, that?s the thrust of the argument: Someone wants to keep their ?secret route? [...]
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Romney and Perry Battle for the West
Erin McPike, RealClearPoliticsBy Erin McPike - September 14, 2011Just one day after Gov. Jan Brewer announced that Arizona will join the GOP roster of early nominating states -- with voting on Feb. 28 -- the Mitt Romney team announced that Romney is heading there to campaign on Wednesday.It was a striking response, and it shows just how quickly the former Massachusetts governor is moving to regain an edge over the late-entering Rick Perry, who has shot to the top of polls both nationally and in several of the states voting early in the calendar. Even in Nevada, where Romney is expected to dominate next year's...
Perry suggests Romney sounds like a liberal (The Arizona Republic)
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Examining Ancient Fossils for Clues to Human Origins
Several papers published this week in the journal Science look at fossilized bones from the hands, feet, pelvis, and other parts of the prehistoric hominid Australopithecus sediba. Paleoanthropologists Lee Berger and Bernard Wood discuss what the research means for our understanding of the human family tree.
Gunmen Attack U.S. Embassy, NATO Headquarters
In the Afghan capital Kabul, insurgents fired rocket-propelled grenades and assault rifles at the U.S. Embassy and NATO headquarters. Other buildings were also targeted in Kabul. U.S. officials say there are no causalities at the Embassy.
American Hikers Held By Iran To Be Freed 'In Two Days,' Ahmadinejad Says
Shane Bauer, Josh Fattal and a third American ? Bauer's finance, Sarah Shourd ? were hiking in Iraq in July 2009 when they crossed the border into Iran. She was released on bail last year. All three have since been convicted of spying.
Morning Shots: Charlie Sheen's Roast Happened This Weekend, If You Care
Weekend roasting, a big take for Boardwalk Empire at the creative arts Emmys, and the return to television of Carrie Bradshaw, in this morning's roundup.
Fact checking the CNN and Tea Party Express debate in Tampa (Washington Post)
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Revolving door of employment between Congress, lobbying firms, study shows (Washington Post)
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Monday, September 12, 2011
GOP Presidential Hopefuls To Debate In Tampa
For the second time in less than a week, the field of GOP presidential hopefuls will meet for a debate. This one takes place Monday in Tampa, Fla. And it's notable in that it's the first presidential debate with a Tea Party group as a co-sponsor. CNN is the media partner for the event. When the candidates squared off last week, there was some lively sparring over Social Security and health care. There will likely be more of that Monday. For more, Michele Norris talks to NPR's Don Gonyea.
Cuban Offshore Drilling Plans Raise U.S. Concerns
A Chinese-built oil rig is expected to begin drilling exploratory wells in Cuban waters 60 miles from the Florida Keys as soon as November. And a group of U.S. oil spill experts says American trade sanctions against Cuba stand in the way of proper spill preparation and coordinated cleanup.
Diaries Down Under Episode 3: The Burton NZ Open
For episode 3 of Diaries Down Under, an influx of internationl riders shows up in Queenstown for the Burton NZ Open. Mini-ramp, bungee, and, of course, the main event at The Remarkables are all part of the action.
Sept. 11 Attacks Alter U.S. Political Landscape
Only a few events in a lifetime serve as true turning points. There was the day Pearl Harbor was attacked, the day JFK was shot and the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11. How have the events of Sept. 11 resonated through 10 years of American politics?
France Remembers Sept. 11 Attacks
France is marking the anniversary with an event in Paris described as the largest commemoration outside the U.S. French President Nicolas Sarkozy said America and its allies emerged victorious after the attacks.
Advice from 30,000 miles on the Trail
Wear Trekking Gloves When you use trekking poles, your hands are constantly exposed. Wind, cold, sun, mosquitos, sandflies, midges… They used to torment my hands, until I began wearing trekking gloves. That?s when I discovered gloves also make trekking poles more comfortable. Yes, even Leki trekking poles. Leki?s Aergon grips are excellent, but I find [...]
Attacks Changed Afghanistan
Audie Cornish recaps the events of the day. She then talks to NPR's Renee Montagne, who is in Afghanistan. Later, we hear more of the names of those killed in the attacks.
MF rapids part II: Kanaka!
Don?t worry. After Tunnel Chute, the fun is definitely not over on the Middle Fork American. After another Class III stretch and one small class IV, you come to the last rapid before a lengthy calm section in the middle of the day. One of my favorite rapids on any river in California looms ahead. [...]
Sept. 11 Survivor Asks, 'Why Him And Not Me?'
Sekou Siby, who worked at Windows of the World atop the World Trade Center, recounts his memories of Sept. 11, 2001. Siby wasn't working at the time of the terrorist attacks because a friend requested his shift.
Sunday, September 11, 2011
Episode 7: The Lost Decade ? Act 6 (Unqualified Offerings)
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The Opinionated Hikers on Patrol for You
Parks Canada is Off Route Visitation to Canada?s Rocky Mountain National Parks has been declining. In an effort to reverse that trend, Parks Canada has announced it will allow the construction of a via ferrata in Banff National Park, at Mt. Norquay Ski Area, above Banff townsite. Parks Canada does not construct new hiking trails [...]
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