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Mecan River III

Mecan River Springs to 11th Road:
Two exploratory trips combined into one (for the sake of simplicity) that certainly tested one’s patience and fortitude, but also offered extraordinary beauty and a cool sense of pioneer paddling. Not for casual paddlers, due to shallow water levels and many obstructions – in fact, none but the most quixotic would want to consider this. But if you’re seeking the wildest parts of the outstanding Mecan River, this trip is it. Just don’t be surprised if you get dirty, tired, wet and a little frustrated after the fourteenth portage.

Mecan River

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Trip Report Date: June 3-4, 2016

Class Difficulty:
Riffles (maybe a Class I rapid in higher water). Because this upstream portion of the Mecan is so narrow and obstructions that jut from the banks or lined in the stream itself are many, you can expect to play bumper boat and run into things. The swift current enhances this. While not dangerous per se, this is not a daytrip you’ll be much relaxing on.

3-4′ per mile

Recommended Levels:
Water levels are almost always reliable, but because this trip begins at the headwaters of the river, intrepid paddlers who even want to attempt it would benefit from waiting until after a good rain to avoid a lot of scraping in the shallows but enjoy the riffles and light rapids.

Mecan River Springs, off Chicago Road northeast of Coloma, Wisconsin
11th Road

Day 1: 7.16.15
Mecan River Springs, Chicago Road to Highway 21
Time: Put in at 1:15p. Out at 5:05p.
Miles Paddled: 5.25

Day 2: 7.17.15
Highway 21 to 11th Road
Time: Put in at 2:15p. Out at 5:15p.
Miles Paddled: 5.5

Total Time: 6h 50m
Total Miles: 10.75

Deer, trout, songbirds, hawks, great blue herons, beaver, turtles and sandhill cranes.

Shuttle Information:
7.5 miles. Very easy on a bicycle.

Say the “Mecan River,” and most paddlers in southern Wisconsin have a general idea of what you’re referring to. Narrow creek-like stream, crystal clear water, sandy bottom, some riffles, northwoods-ish environment with raised banks and some pine trees (others, who may not have had the most pleasant experience, might chime in with: really narrow, really shallow, one sharp turn after another, lots of things to bump into, cold water, wet trip, took forever). All of those attributes are true, for the Mecan is a two-sided coin in that sense (and why it’s not the place to bring beginner paddlers – we’re looking at you, Bill).

But whatever one’s take on the Mecan, chances are you’re referring to one of two trips in Mike Svob’s book (or perhaps Mike Duncason’s book before him): from Dakota to Germania or Germania to the Fox River. Few paddlers venture into the Germania Marsh – and for good reason (unless you’re a die-hard birder), as it’s wide, flat, slow, shallow and pretty dull. But even fewer paddlers have ventured upstream of Dakota. Perhaps a there-and-back trip around the natural lake at Mecan Springs State Natural Area, the headwaters of the river. But in between that spot and County Road JJ/Y, where most Mecan River trips begin? There’s practically no information out there. For a river that’s only about 45 miles long, that leaves 16 miles of unknown opportunities. Math fans will quickly compute that such a gap equates to one-third of the entire river. And that, friends, is where Miles Paddled comes in.

Who better to explore the obscure? Who better to brave the wild and wooly mysteries of murky waters, the terrific obstacles of fallen trees and logjamborees? Who better to labor with handsaws and pruners, hauling loose limbs, stumps and clumps? Who better to curse aloud with blood, sweat and tears, mud and dirt, skin rashes of unknown origin, too many ticks to count, spider bites still healing weeks later, all the while wondering why the hell do we actually do this in the first place? Who better to spend one hour per mile paddled – or portaged – hopelessly, pitilessly trying to pioneer an experience for the sake of blazing trails (alas, not saddles), knowing full well that none but the fringe of the fringe will even know what we’re talking about, or where, much less actually care? But that’s who we are and what we do, dagnabbit.

So we spent the better parts of five separate afternoons on the Mecan in autumn last year and late spring this year to paddle (or walk, in some cases) every bit of it that we don’t have on the website. Admittedly, much of this was for the sake of our own curiosity, plus we’re a little OCD about completing rivers (hey, it’s a better hang-up to have than rearranging furniture or checking locks, right?) The upshot? There’s good, bad, some ugly, a lot of beauty and a ridiculous amount of potential – which is a euphemistic way of saying “opportunity” for folks with chainsaws who like to see tangible jobs well done. Those with Mecan-do attitude, you might say.

We did this trip on two consecutive days, sensing that it would have been a fool’s errand to try to do it all in one day. The river – really a creek – is very shallow and very narrow in its uppermost segments, the streambed punctuated with boulders and lined by overreaching branches from tree-lined banks. We knew that the probability of obstructions would be high, if not constant. So exploring the Mecan in bite-sized chunks – first, from its source to Highway 21, and then from Highway 21 to 11th Road – seemed like the most sensible approach to doing something that was not terribly sensible in the first place (we already knew about the river below 11th Road, because Timothy paddled it last year, and the segment from 11th Road to Dixie Road is the official trip in his forthcoming book.)

Even though these were two separate trips, the overall feel of the river environs on both is much the same – yet certainly distinct from the more conventional stretches of the Mecan River from the town of Dakota to the Fox River. Up here, the river really is pretty wild and more rugged than those downstream. There’s less development, more hills, and the gradient is certainly steeper. We daresay that the upper Mecan may well be the single riffliest stream in south-central Wisconsin.

Day 1: Mecan River Springs to Highway 21
While we’re not the biggest fans of flatwater lake-paddling, the Mecan River Springs is surprisingly quite lovely. First off, it’s a pretty cool novelty to be able to paddle the actual source of a river (usually it’s much too shallow to do so). Secondly, almost all of the lake is protected public land that is part of the state natural areas program. The water is clear, wildlife is abundant, and gentle hills encircle you reaching as high as 30′. We didn’t see any springs bubbling up from below the water itself – they might be there, somewhere…? – but on the north side of the lake the banks were percolating with groundwater, a pretty enchanting phenomenon. Access onto the lake is as easy as it gets, and there’s plenty of parking as well. The only houses on the lake are on the southeastern portion, and there are three.

Light riffles await at the County Road GG bridge, which is where the river “begins” for all intents and purposes (note: there is no dam or anything here. It’s all continuous, which again is a rare novelty). An attractive area of meadows and marsh lies on the other side of the bridge before the river narrows in earnest and meanders like madness. The water is crystal clear – but shallow. The streambed itself is composed of sand and gravel. Obstacles such as logs and small boulders will require you to dodge around, duck under, or ride over, but it’s essentially smooth sailing for the first mile, which shocked us (and also led to a totally false sense of expecting/ hoping the river would be magically obstruction-free). The banks will rise 15-40’ tall, sometimes dramatically, other times gradually where gentle knolls lead away from the water. The creek-like feel of the river is all the more enhanced by its unabashed riffles, which in turn made the conceit of “discovering” and “pioneering” this section all the more giddy.

That is, until we came upon a barbed wire fence in the middle of nowhere, eventually followed by another (they’re usually in sets of two). Talk about all but literally puncturing the little balloon we had been feeling. To be fair, getting through each of the fences unscathed was not a problem whatsoever. But the mere presence of them was unwelcome, of course, but also foreshadowed the doom and despair of other obstructions further downstream (it’s worth noting that, to our knowledge, these are the only two barbed wires anywhere on the Mecan River). The first few obstructions were easy as snap, typically a modest cluster of tangled downed tree limbs. Because everything had been open up to this point, we dedicated ourselves to clearing the first few sets of these. Often, all this requires is getting out of your boat and just pulling these errant branches out of the water and tossing them aside onto the banks. Some require a handsaw and clippers, but many can simply be yanked out.

We cleared out everything leading up to the next bridge, at 9th Avenue (where a small riffle whisks you through a culvert), and shortly downstream of it, too. Unfortunately, things get real ugly real fast in the next section, from 9th Avenue to Highway 21. Expect a full mile and change of logjams and impassable downed trees. To say that this was frustrating is putting it mildly. It got so bad that eventually we stopped trying to paddle altogether and instead just walked our boats – because it becomes pointless getting into and out of it over and over again, when you know that there’s yet another obstruction right around the bend… followed by another, etc.

The landscape does eventually open up, the banks grassy and no longer tree-lined (diminishing the likelihood of obstructions), yet the river tapers to its narrowest dimension in the half-mile or so leading to Highway 21 – literally jump-the-brook narrow. Brush and alders extend from the banks, and because the river is ridiculously meandering and narrow, you can expect to “encounter” these now and again. And there will still be an obstacle or two to portage, once an enclosed forest setting comes in just before Highway 21. One of these obstructions is a rickety but pretty cool footbridge right on top of the water that is part of the Ice Age Trail. In fact, a very pretty segment of the trail lies from Highway 21 to the Mecan Springs SNA. Because of this, one could do a “boat-and-boot” trip on this section of the Mecan by taking out at Highway 21, where there is a sizeable parking area, and then hiking back to the Springs instead of car or bike shuttling, another novelty.

Day 2: Highway 21 to 11th Road
Riffles and rocks lead up to and continue past the box tunnel bridge at Highway 21. That will be the case for the next couple miles, actually. Not unlike the previous day, when the first mile or so was surprisingly free of impassable obstructions, the short stretch from Highway 21 to County Road B is mostly open. It’s shallow, narrow, and fast; you’re always on-point and pivoting left and right around, under, and over obstacles. The segment from County Road B to Cumberland Road, on the other hand, was much more of a nuisance. There, lots of downed trees impede a paddler’s progress. While not as frustrating or dirty as the trip from the day before, it was still a disappointing nuisance after awhile. Disappointing in that, if cleaned up and cleared out, these upstream sections would be friggin glorious.

To be fair, there are indications of past chainsaw’ing and sweat equity having cleared out some truly thick tree limbs, for which we were most grateful (and not a little surprised that others had already dared brave these troublesome upper sections). Sinuous riffles continue to Cumberland Road. (A quick note: after this trip we machete’d a doable path at Cumberland from the road to the river, on the upstream side of the bridge, river-left. It’s still a little slippery and steep and only a few would bother launching from this point. There is, however, a designated parking area just a hundred feet west of the bridge, one of dozens of access points along the Mecan River Fishery Area).

From Cumberland to 11th Road lies one of the prettiest sections anywhere on the Mecan River. The current remains frisky and brisk, and you’ll still be dodging around obstacles. We spent a solid hour at least clearing out three separate clusters in this section, so as of June 2016 this should be entirely open, without portaging. But again, it’s not a section to relax doing, as you’ll still need your best game on, lest you crash into the banks or rocks or logs like a pinball (“open” doesn’t mean “wide open,” but rather “open enough” to squeeze through or under without portaging). At first the banks are grassy and low, and innumerable small springs feed the stream. Closer to 11th Road the landscape is even boggier – like a forested wetland– with spongy fens and sphagnum moss coming out of the woodwork, together with green blazes of lush ferns. But the banks will rise as well, many of them sandy and as tall as 20’ with attractive pine trees lining them. The feeling of intimacy and seclusion is spectacular. You’ll pass by one or two houses at best in 3.5 miles.

In the final mile leading to 11th Road the river does slow down and widen, the bottom sandy. Conifers start towering above you, while in the water itself are umpteen stumps sticking out, the tops sprouting grasses that look like pineapple leaves or punk-rock hairdos. A left-hand turn will take you to 11th Road, where the bridge features two culverts. There’s a small ledge leading to the one on the left (the one on the right is not runnable, due to a tree cluster on the downstream side). The paddler has two choices: run the little rapid here and take out on river-left on the downstream side of the bridge, or skip the ledge and take-out on the upstream side, also on river-left. The little ledge is fun, but getting out on the downstream side of the bridge is muddy and steep. Getting out on the upstream side is a breeze, but you have to be careful about paddling hard enough to dry land without getting pulled into the current leading to the ledge. It’s not dangerous, but the current is strong here. Either way, there’s another convenient parking area on the north side of the bridge, about 75′ away.

What we liked:
Maybe it’s the contrarian in us, the nonconformist, but whereas our first experiences on the Mecan River, years ago, felt a little underwhelming, these lesser known, more obscure upstream sections totally clicked. Whereas we’d previously felt that the Mecan was overrated, now we got it and felt smitten.

In these 11 miles the landscape changes so much that it feels like going to an amusement park, yet it still manages to retain an inner core or character that wavers not. From a flatwater spring-fed lake that resonates with tranquility and palpable calm to a scrappy stream with frisky riffles and challenging meanders; to gravel bottoms lined with boulders to lush sand as far as the eye can see; to a hardwoods forest of oaks, ash, maples, sycamores and oh so many pines, to a spongy bottomlands of wet fens, seeping springs, and fanned out ferns; here tree-canopied in variegated shades of light and shadow, there a wide sky of raging sun for all your skin to soak up; now a hilly terrain of undulating trails up and down, then a flat swamp that seems to go on forever – the river itself always clear, always engaging, always intimate, swift, secluded. This is the Mecan River at its best – this is any river at its best (well, except for the obstructions).

Also, parking is excellent. At the Springs, at Highway 21, at Cumberland Road, and at 11th Road, are designated parking areas right by the river. Of these, only the Springs and 11th Road have an area that resembles a launching access, but both Highway 21 and Cumberland Road are totally doable.

What we didn’t like:
The obstructions, of course. Seven hours is a long time to paddle nearly 11 miles. Granted, at least two of those hours were spent clearing out some of the many obstructions. But still. And there’s hardly anything worse, when paddling, than taking your boat for a walk because the portaging is so constant as to make getting in and out of your boat just about pointless.

The worst section is from 9th Avenue to Cumberland Road, approximately 3 miles total. A month or two later, Timothy still has spider bites on his legs from the ridiculous amount of drop-down commando arachnids from the low-clearance trees, at one point 17 just on his shins. And let’s not talk about ticks. They’re ubiquitous as well (though typically only when you’re on land, which is to say when beginning or ending your trip – but we’re talking about finding them on us after the most casual brush with the thinnest blade of grass, not after tromping through brush waist-deep or bushwhacking the jungle dark). Hell, we found one tick on a tie-down strap that was on the ground for maybe one minute before lashing it over our boats. That’s how ubiquitous they are.

The other problem with this trip is the shallow water. Considering how close one is to the very source of the river itself, catching it with enough water to avoid near-constant scraping will be difficult. But making that even trickier is not paddling when it’s too high as to be pushy and dangerous or when the water is cloudy. Such is the paddler’s dilemma…

If we did this trip again:
On the one hand, it would be a tough sell to endure the many portage-required obstructions, especially as for us this trip is over an hour’s drive away. On the other hand, if any stream merited an all-hands-on-deck clean-up and clear-out mission, it’s precisely the upper Mecan – even though it’s far away and often shallow. It’s just that pretty and engaging a stream; creek-like paddling surrounded by a glory of public land. But like a beautiful old house that’s been neglected for a decade, the upper Mecan needs a whole lot of maintenance, insofar as paddling is concerned.

Conservationists may argue that it should be left as is, and that we paddlers should just mind ourselves with the more conventional and already established sections further downstream. That may be a valid point. Nonetheless, we’d return with muscles and machines to clear out the most egregious spots while leaving as light a footprint as possible. We ourselves benefited from the work others have done already on these obscure segments and we in turn cleared out at least eight other portages. We’re hopeful that this tradition continues.

Related Information:
Mecan River Overview: Mecan River Paddle Guide
Mecan River I: Dakota to Highway 22
Mecan River II: Germania to Lock Road
Mecan River IV: Dover Avenue to Germania
Article: The Mecan River Offers an Appealing Paddling Daytrip
Outfitter: Mecan River Outfitters

Miles Paddled/Driftless Kayaker Video (Cumberland Road to 11th Road):

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  • Reply
    October 16, 2016 at 10:15 pm

    We paddled the Mecan today(10/16/2016) going from Cumberland rd to JJ. On the section of Cumberland to 11th we only had to portage once(impassible log jam of 2-3 trees). Before 11th the river feels more like a creek, narrow and intimate requiring tight technical turns. Otherwise we really enjoyed that section due to its wild nature and few houses. We saw 4 deer, a couple of blue herons.

    I just noticed on the satilite view that there appears to be a spring to the north of the river that feeds into the cumberland to 11th section so we may try to paddle up to that next time.

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      Miles Paddled
      October 18, 2016 at 4:19 pm

      Thanks for chiming in, Aaron. We’re sorry to hear that there’s a new obstruction, after spending a lot of sweat equity clearing it out earlier in the year, but it was a wet and windy summer, so these things are bound to happen. Sounds like you had a pleasant trip just the same, which is all that matters in the end. Cheers!

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Pz.Sfl. II
Type light tank destroyer
Place of origin  Nazi Germany
Service history
In service 1942
Used by  Nazi Germany
Wars World War II
Production history
Designed 1936—41
Manufacturer Rheinmetall
Produced 1941
Number built 2
Weight 11 tonnes (11 long tons; 12 short tons)
Crew 4

Armor 5.5–20 millimetres (0.22–0.79 in)
1 × 7.5 centimetres (3.0 in) Kanone L/41
Engine 4.7 litres (290 cu in) 6-cylinder, water-cooled Maybach HL 45
150 horsepower (110 kW)
Speed 50 kilometres per hour (31 mph)

The Panzer-Selbstfahrlafette II — 7.5 cm Kanone L/41 auf Zugkraftwagen 5t (HKP 902), to use its full name, was a German tank destroyer used during World War II. Only two prototypes were built and sent to North Africa for troop trials. Neither survived the experience.

Design[edit | edit source]

Development began in 1936 when Büssing-NAG was given a contract to develop an advanced half-track chassis with a rear-mounted engine specifically designed for use as a tank destroyer. Four prototypes of the HKP 902 chassis, No. 9009-2012, were built, two of which had Rheinmetall-Borsig's 7.5 centimetres (3.0 in) L/40.8 gun mounted in an open-topped, low-profile turret.

The gun could depress 8° and elevate 20°. It fired a 6.8 kilograms (15 lb) K.Gr. rot Pz. (APCBC) shell with a muzzle velocity of 685 metres per second (2,250 ft/s) and a 5.85 kilograms (12.9 lb) Sprenggranate (HE) shell at 485 metres per second (1,590 ft/s). It carried 35 rounds on board. The armor protection, designed to be proof against armor-piercing 7.92 millimetres (0.312 in) bullets, was 20 millimetres (0.79 in) thick on the vehicle front, 14.5 millimetres (0.57 in) and 10 millimetres (0.39 in) on the sides, 10 millimetres (0.39 in) on the rear, 10.5 millimetres (0.41 in) on the superstructure roof and 5.5 millimetres (0.22 in) on the belly.[1]

Combat History[edit | edit source]

The two prototypes were completed in 1941 and they were organized into a platoon for troop trials with Panzerjäger-Abteilung (Anti-Tank Battalion) 605 of the Afrika Korps. The first vehicle was reported received on 17 January 1942 by Panzerjäger-Abteilung 605, but the second wasn't reported as arrived in Tripoli until 23 February 1942. The platoon was transferred to the Kampfstaffel des Oberbefehlshaber Panzerarmee Afrika (Rommel's personal battle group) on 8 March 1942. Only one vehicle was reported operational on 25 May at the start of Operation Venezia; the other had been captured by the British, as documented by undated photographs. Shortly afterwards, on 5 June, the Kampfstaffel reported that the other vehicle had been lost after knocking out three tanks. No further references were made to the Pz.Sfl. II.[2]

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  1. Jentz, p. 26
  2. Jentz, p. 27

References[edit | edit source]

  • Chamberlain, Peter, and Hilary L. Doyle. Thomas L. Jentz (Technical Editor). Encyclopedia of German Tanks of World War Two: A Complete Illustrated Directory of German Battle Tanks, Armoured Cars, Self-propelled Guns, and Semi-tracked Vehicles, 1933–1945. London: Arms and Armour Press, 1978 (revised edition 1993). ISBN 1-85409-214-6
  • Jentz, Thomas L. Panzerjaeger (3.7 cm Tak to Pz.Sfl.Ic): Development and Employment from 1927 to 1941 (Panzer Tracts No. 7-1) Boyds, MD: Panzer Tracts, 2004. ISBN 0-9744862-3-X

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A Mindfulness Retreat Online is an opportunity to deepen your capacity for presence, wherever you are.  These retreats are for anyone who wants to practice with deeply trained teachers & highly dedicated peers for an extended period of time.

What makes our retreats unique

With small group work at the heart of our virtual retreat model, we always prioritize human contact & relationship–deep intimacy at a distance.

You’ll be supported, for 3 hours each day, by our highly-experienced retreat teaching team.  Receive quality instructions, get your questions answered, we’ve got your back.

Help build the retreat by hosting & attending silent peer-led practice sessions. All you have to do is click a link, show up, sit, and ring the bell at the end of the practice session. On retreat we practice alone, together.

You can turn your life into a retreat by designing your own formal retreat schedule. We make the logistics easy, so you can do the hard work of showing up & being present.

Practice in a multicultural community of global adults, tuning in from across geographic time-zones & cultural backgrounds. ALL are welcome in a Mindfulness Retreat Online.

A Mindfulness Retreat Online may be for you if…

  • You’re looking to deepen your meditation practice with dedicated peers and deeply experienced teachers.
  • You want to meet the retreat prerequisite for the Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program (MMTCP)–offered by Jack Kornfield & Tara Brach in collaboration with Sounds True and the Greater Good Institute.
  • You’d like to connect with fellow meditation practitioners in a worldcentric learning community.

Core Retreat Features

Large Group Community Meeting

A Daily Meeting where everyone on the retreat will get together for a daily teaching plus small group work with approximately 8 people facilitated by an experienced meditation teacher. The large group community meeting marks the both the beginning of each new day of the retreat, so is an important common point of reference as we practice together in different timezones.

Small Group Practice Meetings

Twice each day, you will be joining a group of 16 dedicated peers, and a retreat teacher, to engage in group practice. These sessions will give you a chance to practice along with the retreat curriculum, and ask practice related questions. These sessions will be offered at a number of times throughout the day, and you’ll be able to see which teachers & times are available before registering for the retreat.

Peer-Led Practice Sessions

Throughout each day of the retreat there will be 30-minute peer-led practice sessions offered. These peer-led sessions give retreatants ample opportunity to engage in supportive group practice and, if attending to meet the prerequisite requirement, meet the two session a day group sitting requirement. You can even help host them, taking even deeper ownership for the continuity of practice on this retreat.

Mindfulness Retreat Online Network

Each retreat is offered through our Mindfulness Retreats Online Network.  Here, you’ll be able to find a detailed schedule for your retreat, along with recorded talks and supplementary learning material from the retreat teachers.  In addition, once the retreat is live, this network is where you’ll find the event information you’ll need to join the live peer-led practice sessions.

“Online retreats are a different animal than live, but with the same beating heart and potential for awakening. Buddhist Geeks has had more experience in offering these retreats than any group I know, and with our outstanding line-up of diverse teachers, these promise to be rich, deep, connecting and transformational.”

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Dust Particle Counter & Tyndall Beam Dust Lamp Effect

Ok I’ve got a professional precision and efficient DUST PARTICLE COUNTER. And it’s come in a box ,in a box. And the reason I’ve got it, I’ve read a few articles on line about micro particle production, or emission from filament from 3D printing and I wanted to be able to check while printing what kind of quantity of particles are produced and to then make a decision whether to enclose the printers and filter the air when working with them. I mean this seems ok, and I’ve already put the battery in and I’ve used it a few times. It seems to be working. Although I haven’t been able to identify a test to see if this is accurate. Essentially what I’ve done is watch a Matthias Wandel video where he used a  particle counter and looked at reading he was getting, and compared them to what I was getting with this thing here in the workshop. And it seems more or less accurate. I manged to change the settings so that I have three different size of particle that I’m reading. 0.3, 2.5, and 10 Micrometers. And it’s reading at PPL – pieces per litre and as far as I can tell that’s very similar to parts per million. And what I’m going to do is run a few tests with this, while using my sander with and without the extraction, with two different type of sandpaper, and also an air filter on and off, and we’ll see what kind of readings we get from this thing here.

The firs thing to mention is you also get reading of the temperature and relative humidity, so in this room (May 2018) it’s 20 degrees C at the moment, coz it’s warming up now it’s summer. And the humidity is about 51% but I do have a de-humidifier running pretty much non stop in here.

So lets start by doing a sample count. Essentially what you do is press RUN, you get a count down from 50 seconds and about half way, you get an initial reading. And at the end you get the sample reading. Ok that’s a lot higher then last time. Normally it’s around 10000. In the book there’s a reference table somewhere. That’s heavy solution. Interesting.

I’m going to turn my air filter on, and do a couple readings and write those down. Normally when I do any cutting or sanding I have this on in the background.

I’m going to go do a reading outside. Ok I’ve just come back from outside. And that’s outside. That’s really high. I actually took this to work with me and used it while changing the bags in the dust extraction room. I didn’t see any at 10 micrometers come up on the reading but it went up to 90,000 for 0.3. and I thought that was a lot.

It seems on this fine day in London, the pollution is quite high. But I’m going to just check the pollution and pollen count from the met office and compare it to what I’m getting in my area. Maybe it’s just a particularly bad day.

Ok I’ve found a website. London air pollution real time air quality index, HX1. So I’m in Wandsworth at the moment. So their reading is 112 PPM at 2.5 micrometers, and I’m getting 380 PPL.

So 1 part per million is equivalent to 1 million grams of something per L of water. The readings on this are equivalent to PPM. It’s quite high. I’m going to do some readings in other parts of the building.

Ok so I’ve just run around the building doing a few different counts and it’s consistently high everywhere. The website I found with a live pollen count or pollution count, seems to high as well so they seem to correlate. (correlation doesn’t equal causality) I guess it depends on the area. Peaks and troughs. I think what I’ll try today. There’s no point doing the sanding experiment coz it will effect the readings but I’m going to turn my fan on. Take the hose off the extractor for the table saw under there. That’s got a HEPA filter. I’m going to let that run for a little bit. I’ll also do the same for the numatic over there. Give it a couple minutes running and then turn this on and run it again.

Ok it has dropped down a bit. Maybe if I left the two extractors and the air scrubber running for quite a while longer maybe that would drop down even more but I think I’m battling against real life now and I ain’t going to win in this leaky building. It’s dropped from 140 to 110. So there’s no point doing the sanding experiment today.

Another way to check how much dust your producing – albeit in a qualitative way, is the Tyndall beam dust lamp. Look at this shot from my previous video. The camera is acting like an observer, while my body is blocking the light source which is behind me. And the shadow behind the saw help illuminate the dust coming off the machine. So if you don’t have a dust counter or not willing to spend the money to get one, you can still check whats coming off your machines, and think about changing how your extraction operates or other preventative measures to reduce your exposure. Compare the previous shot with this one from a different angle, and you barely see any dust coming off the machine – but it’s still there. I’ll link to the particle counter that I’m using and some other examples, and well as a video from the HSE on how to check for dust using the Tyndall dust lamp. Hope that was interesting. Thanks again for watching and you’ll catch me in the next one.

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Book Review: Cruzader by Omar Morales

When Omar Morales, Guinness World Record holder for writing the longest comic book published, asked me to review his graphic novel, I had no idea what to expect since I don’t think I read more than one graphic novel in my life.  And once I saw the cover and started reading, I realized that Cruzader wasn’t like anything I have read before.

It’s a comic, it’s a fantasy, and it’s a Christian novel all in one filled with unrighteous villain both from and out of this world. I must confess, I usually wouldn’t pick up a graphic novel especially if it’s a religious one. But reading the Cruzader taught me the real meaning of not judging a book by its cover. I actually enjoyed leafing through the vivid graphics and reading the brief but encompassing dialogue. And the preachy vibe that usually makes me avoid religious books and films was not as intense in the Cruzader.

The book itself felt more like a series of short films that can be enjoyed independently. Although, you have to read them all until you get to the final few stories where things begin to change. I must admit, I would’ve loved to see more conflict in a lot of scenes. But I guess the concise nature of graphic novels doesn’t leave much room for that.

All in all, I really enjoyed reading the Cruzader and looking forward to what Omar Morales has in store next. Please grab a copy and let me know what you think. You can also follow Omar on his blog and social media accounts.

: Omar Morales is the creator, writer, publisher and eternal sufferer of CruZader™: Agent of the Vatican – a supernatural tale about an exorcist who is forced into duty as a holy hitman for the Vatican against his will. He summarizes CruZader in five words sure to give comic book fans the chills, “Aliens. Prophesies. Sinners & Saints.” Morales literally blew up with CruZader, producing a poster-sized version of chapter one to gain entrance into the Guinness Book of World Records as the titleholder for “Largest Comic Book Published” which you can see at the Guinness website:
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3 thoughts on “Book Review: Cruzader by Omar Morales”

  1. I usually steer clear of the Christian comics & graphic novels I’ve come across (& I’m a Christian). But you’ve convinced me to give this a look-see. I admit, when reading a comic or graphic novel, the art has to be on point, which it seems to be in “CruZader”. Otherwise, it doesn’t hold my attention as much. Thanks.

    1. “Christian” may be a bit of a misnomer. I’d call it a supernatural adventure story with a Catholic background. Feel free to contact me direct to get a copy: info @ TheForceMedia Dot Com

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How Does The Roulette Wheel Work?

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How Does The Roulette Wheel Work?

Is online roulette rigged? This question has been plaguing the internet world because the beginning of online roulette gambling. Lots of people have come up with different explanations as to the reasons 실시간 바카라 online roulette games are rigged. In this post, I’m going to demonstrate that online roulette isn’t rigged, but moreover, is rigged by the dealer, not by the users.

The initial thing I want to talk about online roulette games is how they work. Online roulette games are played in a computer program. The computer games are designed and programmed by very skilled and experienced roulette gamblers with the intention of winning large sums of money.

The way these online roulette games work is that the roulette dealer, or online dealer, puts together a unique combination of numbers and then places these numbers right into a wheel. These roulette dealers are able to manipulate and influence the outcomes of the wheel by using their hidden tricks and techniques. Some of the roulette tricks these online roulette dealers use include; the dealer will make it seem like the ball is spinning randomly and the dealers can make it seem like the ball will stop in any given location, anywhere on the wheel. The problem with this is that the ball won’t stop where the dealer wants it to avoid. Most dealers will then either keep the ball relocating an erratic motion or they’ll end up stopping it dead in its tracks, causing the other players to lose additional money.

Another trick the dealer can use is called the “double zero”. This implies that should you bet on the first number that appears on the wheel, the dealer will provide you with a bonus of 1 hundred dollars. However, in the event that you bet on the second number that appears on the wheel, you will receive a bonus of 200 dollars. So, basically, it isn’t uncommon for a roulette player to win more when betting on the first wheel than it could win when betting on the second.

There are many benefits to playing roulette at an online casino over playing it at a brick and mortar casino. To start with, an online roulette game is faster to play and requires less preparation time. All you have to do is start your laptop or pc, locate a reliable internet service provider and place your bet. As soon as you hit the start button, it is possible to sit back and relax while the online roulette game brings you the very best payouts in a brief period of time. This is also true if the casino includes a live dealer program.

Also, most online casinos permit you to play roulette with fake money. The only real problem with this particular is that the results you get are not as authentic as those that you would get from exchanging cash for real money. The reason being the wheel is essentially a replica of the wheel within a real casino. It is that the wheel in these online casinos is made of virtual currency. However, you can still use your imagination and work out how the wheel works and what the chances of winning are.

However, you can find online roulette casino sites offering real money games. While they might be slower to load and may need you to download software on your pc, they provide you with an excellent experience and a chance to win real money. Of course, as in virtually any live dealer game, you need to make sure that you will work with a reputable dealer whose time slots are in accordance with the duration of the game.

Among the reasons why online roulette has become so popular is because you can find no limits as to how much cash you can wager. You can place a wager on as many numbers as you want without fear of incurring excessive debt. Also, since most roulette games are pay-to-play, you won’t ever have to worry about paying your bankroll off or going for a loan out in order to play. Of course, the chances are against you if you find yourself placing more bets than it is possible to afford to lose. The ultimate way to handle this, of course, is by forming a bankroll of your and only spending it if you are sure that you’re going to come out on top in the Roulette World.

Vapor Cigarettes and E-Cigs – Safe and Effective Alternatives to Smoking

Vapor Cigarettes and E-Cigs – Safe and Effective Alternatives to Smoking

An electric cigarette is a single electronic device which simulates tobacco smoking in a manner that is safe and easy. It usually includes a plastic tube like a pocket, an atomizer, and a protective container such as a tank or cartridge. Rather than actual smoke, the smoker inhales only vapor.

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Inhaling the vapor rather than smoke causes fewer harmful side effects and does not affect your body chemistry in the same manner as the consumption of nicotine. While the user of vapor cigarettes does experience a slight nicotine buzz, the amount is less than that from the traditional cigarette. The lack of nicotine also makes these devices more acceptable by non-smokers and even non-niche customers. As such, these devices has turned into a real hit with the adult population and those who wish to still satisfy their desire for nicotine by way of a smoke without the associated health risks.

But precisely what is a vapor cigarette? The initial type is named a refillable cartridge. These are typically sold at specialty stores. Simply place your credit card right into a slot provided on the back of the device, insert it in to the device, and you are prepared to light up. You can find generally no maintenance worries involved since these cartridges are made to provide continual vaporization over a period.

But if you would prefer a device that can be used when you are asleep or if you are out of the house but still need that electronic buzz, then there are two types of gadgets to pick from: vaporizers and mods. Vaporizers work in an identical fashion to vaporizers, for the reason that a cartridge holds liquid that is heated and sent by way of a tube to your mouth. The biggest difference between the two is that vaporizers usually do not deliver a chemical vapor; rather, Juul Compatible Pods you merely inhale the mist made by the device. The electronic cigarette works just as, but produces a flavored liquid which can be inhaled. E-Cigs are more attractive to smokers since they resemble actual cigarettes, albeit ones that have a much vented look.

mods are similar to vapor cigarettes work. The difference between them lies in the sort of liquid produced. With mods, liquid nicotine is passed through an electronic coil so that it vaporizes rather than burning. This eliminates the harmful chemical the different parts of regular cigarettes and allows users to enjoy the sensation of being smokeless.

So which cigarette is best? There are various factors that needs to be considered when making your choice. First, you must think about your own personality and physical a reaction to nicotine. For some people, the taste of a standard cigarette isn’t likely to completely put off their really wants to keep smoking. For others, however, there seriously isn’t a flavor or scent that can make smoking without tobacco appealing.

Your next consideration must be to take into account how safe the devices are to utilize. Many Vaping Devices is constructed of porous materials, so the moisture they produce poses little to no risk of a chemical reaction with your body. However, you should remember that even devices which are airtight in nature can explode in your face if not used properly. Thus, it really is absolutely essential that you choose a vapor device that will not explode as you are smoking if at all possible.

Vapor Cigarettes and E-Cigarettes are both wonderful devices that have drastically reduced the risks associated with regular smoking. It is up to you to find the device that is right for you, but no matter which one you decide to use, you can help reduce your risk while still getting all of the nicotine that you’ll require. With a vapor pen, a vapor inhaler, or an E-Cig, you can obtain all of the great things about a cigarette while completely eliminating the health risks connected with smoking in a safe and natural manner.

What You Need to Know When Playing SLOT MACHINE GAME at the Bellagio

What You Need to Know When Playing SLOT MACHINE GAME at the Bellagio

A slot machine game, also known as the fruit machines, slot machine pugs, slots or fruit machines, is a kind of gambling machine that generates a game of luck because of its users. It generates spins from the reels, replacing ordinary coins in the machines with bits of fruit like cherries or limes which are colored depending on if they are winning or not. The more luck the machine has on a hit, the larger the amount of money which will be paid out. Slots can be found in many different casino hotels and are available to play all day long. There are different machines that are used to play different games and there are also jackpot slot machines that spend an unbelievable amount of cash when won. To get the most from your slots experience, there are particular guidelines that you should follow.

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For starters, the key to an absolute experience with slot machines is to know how the machine works and what the chances are. Basically, a slot machine game operates by detecting whether it has a “spin” or not, by pulling a lever. This lever is mounted on the machine’s mechanism and it can be operated by way of a single person; all of those other device will function automatically. The slot machine spins since it is powered by way of a magnetic field. When the magnetic field pulls on the lever, it causes the reels to move and then the machine will minimize.

If the device stops, then the odds of it stopping at the correct time will depend on its mechanical makeup. The most basic and common type of slot machine may be the machine that spins without moving parts. These kind of slots are usually put into casinos and bars, as they are the easiest to utilize and the earliest forms of machines that were used. They are crafted from steel or iron and so are available in a number of different colors. However, they are more commonly found in white or light grey. These machines are called “poker” machines, as a result of various various kinds of cards that may be used.

You can find other forms of slots too. For example, progressive slots – these machines pay back jackpots based on how much a player wins. Similarly, non-moving reels may also be popular, plus they only allow players to make use of coins or other prizes bought from the machine for a limited time period.

The Bellagio in Las Vegas is just about the best-known gambling machine to purchase these Bellagio slot machines. You must remember though that because these machines offer small prizes, they don’t necessarily offer small wins. As a rule, the maximum these machines will pay may be the maximum amount of money which might be won. These may sometimes beat everything you have expected, but this is not something that it is possible to predict. Therefore, before you place your bet, it is very important understand how much the Bellagio has to payout on a winning bet.

There is absolutely no reason why you should not play the Bellagio when visiting Las Vegas. It is the most popular gambling establishments in Las Vegas, and you will probably find some good slot machine game bargains here. However, if you are looking for some real quality gambling action, you’re better off looking for a machine somewhere 라이브 바카라 else. That said, however, this does not imply that you cannot play some slot machines at the Bellagio.

If you go here, you have to know what to expect. The very first thing to take into account when visiting the Bellagio is that it is a place of great extravagance. The slots here have already been strategically placed so that they will appeal to a multitude of people. For example, there are many full service casinos in this hotel offering drinks and food services for several of their guests. This is simply not the case, however, at other locations of the Bellagio.

When you visit the Bellagio, there is no need to take the original route of gambling by simply hopping in the nearest machine and hoping that you hit it. Instead, the Bellagio has created a culture where in fact the gambler has several option. For example, if you’re after a specific casino game, there are machines situated in the casino that focus on that specific game. In this manner, the slot machines at the Bellagio offer something for everybody. While this may seem like an exaggeration, consider that lots of of today’s slots offer exact replicas of those that were used in the original.

Playing Video Slots at Online Casinos in Malta

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Playing Video Slots at Online Casinos in Malta

Video slots is an internet casino, based in Malta and headquartered in Malta. It really is certified by the Malta Gaming Authority, Swedish Gambling Authority, and the European Commission. The US Department of State Recognizes it as a recognized gambling software provider. It accepts wagers in Euro or US dollars. The website is supported by a number of advertising programs, a lot of them related to the promotion of its services. It accepts payments by bank cards, e-checks along with other electronic methods.

A variety of free spins on video slots can be obtained by playing online casinos in Malta. The free slots cover many categories, such as slots game with bonus, video slot reel, progressive slots games and video slot machines. These free spins are part of the video slot’s features and cannot be excluded by any means. Online casino players do not need to avail the services of cashiers to win these freebies. Furthermore, they can do exactly the same even while playing the 더킹 카지노 주소 slots at the casino.

One of the popular forms of free spin on video slots provided by online casinos in Malta will be the regular slots. These regular slots include jackpot slot games. As compared to other types of slots, jackpot slot games are comparatively better in comparison with other regular slot games. Hence, many online casino players in Malta prefer to play regular slots instead of those in video slots.

Video slot reels and pay lines are two other types of free slots offered by online casinos in Malta. The reels play with images of icons that are projected on the screens of computer terminals. They’re continuously moving, thereby displaying a continuously moving picture on the screens. Pay lines display paylines, which are located across the edges of reels. It may seem simple, but players have to memorize the exact position of the paylines to win.

Another way in which video slots in Malta change from other casinos is that players need not memorize the specific position of video slots. They are able to simply move their mouse to any of the positions of the reels and pick the slot game they want to play. This saves them the trouble of looking at each one of the slots and choosing a slot game that they want to play. This feature is specially beneficial for those who usually do not wish to take time to study all of the possible positions of video slots.

There are two types of payout in video slots in Malta; single-line and multi-line. In multi-line slot games, because the name implies, several reels will display a paying line. The ball player must follow the paying lines and win at the designated positions so as to complete the overall game. The video slot players have to start their winnings through the lower reels, and make their progress through the bigger reels. By winning on the low reels, the player can easily finish the game and move up to the next level.

As with other online casinos, video slots in Malta to provide single-line and multi-line game options. You can find other features that can be within these online slots like bonus series, high jackpot payouts, slot tournaments, and special video slots. Players will get out more concerning the different slots in Malta by visiting its website. The slots located in the casino must be visited to check out all the features that have been mentioned previously. The main slot machine game room may offer free video slots once you sign up as members of certain online casinos.

Online casinos do not always offer free spins of video slots. Sometimes, these video slots require a short deposit before the player can start playing. Free spins of slots are only offered during specific times, days, or hours. If you want to play free slots, then you need to be an associate of certain online casinos.

How to Play Free Slots Online

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How to Play Free Slots Online

Slots is a game that is loved by many casino goers, hence it really is no surprise that slots games will be the most widely played casino games. It has also been discovered that slot players benefit from the slots more should they have welcome bonuses mixed up in game. In this way, a new player gets to profit his winnings much faster and he ends up enjoying more.

A welcome bonus in slots games can be an additional amount given to a player before he actually starts playing the overall game. This amounts to the “draw”. It is good for the ball player as he gets the chance to cash in his winnings immediately. Almost all of the online casinos that offer jackpots of a thousand dollars or more are employing this strategy.

Slots bonus funds are credited to the account based on the number of wins a person player has made. Which means that a player with a ten-dollar deposit will undoubtedly be entitled to a hundred and twenty-two bonus funds. In addition to the regular wagering requirements, these funds are subject to a number of restrictions. For instance, no player can withdraw these bonus funds from their own account. They have to be paid only from the main deposit account of the casino.

There are several online casinos which allow players to transfer their winnings to their home slots games account. However, there are some online casinos which usually do not permit this. It is recommended that you should try to play at the best slots games site available in your area. In case you are not used to slots games then it would be advisable that you first play at a minor two slots games to observe how you like it.

There are many methods by which you can play free slots games. These include: downloading free casino games for playing on the web, getting credits through PayPal, getting a referral from a real cash slot machine game dealer, and downloading free simulators for playing on the net. You can find other methods available too. However, none of them is as hassle-free as playing for free in the real money slot machines. The major advantage of playing for free online slots is that it helps you practice slot machine tricks and techniques and familiarize one’s own limit with real cash machines before risking real cash.

The majority of the online casinos offering free slots games also have various deposit options include: bank cards, PayPal, local currency, and bitcoins. A few of the websites even provide bonuses by means of free bets, cash prizes, or free spins with progressive jackpots. There are also a few online casinos that provide additional benefits like free sign-up, welcome bonuses, and monthly specials. There are a few that allow users to convert their old currencies to bitcoins. Some sites allow users to convert their old debit and credit card payment into new ones.

As a way to activate your free casino slots account, it is advisable to first download the super slots software and setup your personal account. This is usually done through a registration link distributed by the casino or by sending an email to the support staff. Some of the websites allow users to transfer funds with their bitcoin wallets from their casino accounts.

It’s important that you read the conditions and terms of the website before depositing funds into your real money slots account. Most casinos offer a free welcome bonus for new players and withdrawal fee for returning deposits. These fees can be applied once per month, daily, or weekly. Some websites 플러스 카지노 사이트 have separate welcome bonus and withdrawal option buttons for different currencies. The most typical forms of deposit are payouts made out of credit cards or PayPal, which are often enabled in a number of slot games. Many casinos also offer electronic check deposits, which are processed automatically and usually give high payout percentages.

The Dangers of Vaporizing – Why E-Cigs Are Safer Than Traditional Cigarettes

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The Dangers of Vaporizing – Why E-Cigs Are Safer Than Traditional Cigarettes

The dangers of vaping are great. In fact, there were many studies done that indicate the health risks of electronic cigarettes. Many in the medical profession to convey that electronic cigarettes are a risky replacement for tobacco cigarettes because they can contain nicotine, which has many of the same symptoms because the regular cigarette. Also, they don’t burn like a real cigarette, and they give off lots of gases which are considered harmful if inhaled.

Inhaling any kind of chemical is dangerous for your body. The vapor from the smokes and other electronic cigarettes are actually made up of more chemicals than what is within the liquid itself. The dangers of vapors are that the chemicals get into your blood stream, and then your body metabolizes it and converts it into toxins. Additionally, almost all of the chemicals found in e cigarettes have carcinogens in them.

By inhaling vapors, you are unknowingly taking in nicotine and toxins which can be very harmful to your health. Nicotine is highly addictive, so by inhaling it you are making yourself influenced by it and increasing the probability of getting addicted. By increasing the amount of nicotine in your body you’re increasing the probability of getting diseases from it. Studies have shown that long-term smokers will develop cancer than those that never smoked. For anyone who is thinking about vaporizing your cigarettes, you should know the various between normal and dangerous vaporizing.

It should also be known that utilizing the cigarettes, you are exposing yourself to all sorts of diseases. Cancer, first of all, is just one of them. A number of other diseases such as for example emphysema, oral cancer, and chronic bronchitis can be acquired from regular exposure to cigarette smoke. The dangers of vaping are great and you really should think about this before it’s too late.

Some doctors believe that e cigarettes are okay to use, but their claims are still unproven. There are a large number of people that vouch for the dangers of vapors while others warn contrary to the dangers of inhaling carbon monoxide smoke. You should always be sure to follow the directions with regards to using any type of electronic device, including e cigarettes. Many vaporizers can be quite easy to use, but they can change out to be very dangerous if not used correctly. When you have questions concerning the dangers of Vaporizing, it will be wise to consult your physician first.

It has been found that some vapers have a tendency to go cold turkey and quit without consulting with a doctor or going through any sort of treatment. Many of these people will then go on to smoke once again, causing even more harm to their bodies. As stated above, it is highly recommended to seek the help of a physician if you feel that vaporizing tobacco is too dangerous for you. Nicotine is an addictive substance, so it would be foolish to start vaporizing tobacco in the event that you were hoping to never smoke again. Many smokers who have successfully stopped smoking using e-juice have also been through a nicotine patch or gum as a way to ensure that the withdrawal symptoms don’t effect their health negatively.

Even though it may seem like there are fewer dangers of vaping than you can find of smoking, there are still many people that will smoke even while vaporizing. As mentioned above, Nicotine is highly addictive, so any moment that you put it into your body, you need to be very careful with what you do. You need to ensure that you only vaporize things that are all-natural. Many people have successfully quit using e-juice without experiencing serious withdrawal symptoms.

Many vapers are switching over to the electric pen as their Puff Bar solution to quit tobacco. This is a much more convenient method of getting rid of tobacco than the traditional cigarettes or pipes. The key reason why the electric pen is such a good idea is because you can find no side effects which come from the product itself. There are no burnt coils or chemicals that can harm your body. It’s ideal for people who are afraid to use other methods of quitting due to the problems that they will have experienced in past times. Vaping can be an extremely healthy alternative to smoking.

Best Online Casinos in Korea

Best Online Casinos in Korea

When it comes to the planet of online casinos, one place that has been quite popular is Korean online casino. It has various exciting options for VIP access, free bet, progressive jackpots, and limitless free playing hours. Additionally, there are numerous special promotions at Gambling Korea, including special prizes for VIP members. Here are a few of the benefits of being truly a VIP person in Gambling Korea.

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There are several different gaming options at Gambling Korea. It is possible to play conventional slots games, blackjack games, bingo, video poker, keno games, roulette, craps, and even Hawaiian and Texas hold em games. This online casino korea also features a freeroll program. In addition, 더킹카지노 주소 there are many bonus tournaments, cash prizes, and other promotions at the website.

The bonuses that include Gambling Korea make it a lot more interesting to play. One promotion you can receive as a VIP person in Gambling Korea is the free VIP upgrade. In the event that you deposit funds into your account, you can activate your VIP membership. At this time, we do not yet know how much the upgrade will cost, but it is a one-time fee. Once you turn into a VIP member, you will have access to the VIP lounge, that provides a number of gaming amenities including LCD televisions and CD players.

Unlike other online casinos, VIP members have a number of advantages. As a VIP member, you’ll enjoy a number of benefits, including first chance at the biggest jackpots, promotional codes, along with other promotional items. As you progress through the various levels of membership, you will automatically be given usage of special gaming events. Please note that there are certain conditions connect with these privileges.

There are many different online casino korea sites from which to choose, but the most popular is Playkop. Playkop gets the most attractive features. One of the greatest features that Playkop offers to its members is the use of their actual money deposits. This makes it easier for members to convert their winnings into cash. In addition to this, most kop casinos allow their members to utilize their credit cards to withdraw cash.

When you play at a high site in south Korea, you may be treated like a VIP. You will enjoy special gaming chairs with the most recent gaming technologies. To make your gaming experience even more exciting, most online casino Korea sites feature a VIP program. By learning to be a VIP member, you will automatically get invitations to VIP parties and exclusive gaming events.

A number of the other features that exist by most online casinos in south Korea include high speed broadband access to the internet, DVD and Video players, snack bars, private gaming rooms, private lounges, and poker tables. As you can see, there are many great gaming options available to players if they play at an online casino Korea. With the current overall economy in south Korea, many individuals are looking to earn more income by gaming online. In fact, gambling is now a very popular pastime for those surviving in the united states.

By now, you should have an improved idea of why it’s so hard to find the best online casinos in south Korea. Because of the nature of the games that exist, there are many options. However, if you need to earn the most money, you need to definitely consider playing on one of the greatest online casinos in south Korea. The bonus points, high speed web connection, and poker chips that you will receive will make gaming all the more exciting.

With the current overall economy in south Korea, folks are finding ways to earn additional income through the use of their e-wallet. Among the options that’s growing in popularity is the usage of e-wallets. An e-wallet is really a prepaid account used to deposit funds into a real live account from any location on earth. Because there are no fees involved, most e-wallet services allow players to play no deposit poker games online and never have to deposit cash beforehand. This allows players to enjoy the excitement of playing without having to worry about coping with excessive profit their bank accounts.

Once you play at a site that offers an e-Wallet service from within its site, you will want to make sure that it’s the most effective online casinos in south Korea. By making sure that the site is properly acknowledged by all major global currencies, you’ll be able to withdraw your winnings in the currency of one’s choosing. With the right service, you’ll be able to withdraw Korean won or U.S. dollar easily and conveniently. When you play at a site that is accepting Korean players, you can also expect the best deals on your transactions. With the proper deposit amount, you’ll never need to be worried about wasting time or money on unproductive transactions.

If you’re looking for a great place to play poker or play free slots games, then take a look at websites which are welcoming e-players from Korea. These websites offer players access to among the finest online casinos in the world, along with a great variety of games. Check out a number of the top websites in south Korea today so that you can begin to learn more about how these sites work. With the proper deposit amount, you may never be at a loss when you play online casinos in this country.

Vapor Cigarettes – The simplest way to Enjoy Your Next Pipe Dream

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Vapor Cigarettes – The simplest way to Enjoy Your Next Pipe Dream

An electronic cigarette is simply an electronic device which simulates smoking tobacco. It usually includes an atomizer, a source of power such as a rechargeable battery, and a chamber just like a tank or cartridge. Instead of tobacco, the smoker inhales vapor instead. Therefore, with an electronic cigarette, it is commonly known as “vaping.” The vapor is made from nicotine-based gums that plug in to the bottom of the electronic cigarettes.

Electronic cigarettes are extremely popular. According to one estimate, approximately six percent of the American population smokes some type of device to obtain their cigarettes going. But not yet approved by the FDA, vapor cigarettes could be sold without a prescription to individuals who have not ever had their prescriptions filled. Therefore, the product could possibly be very lucrative for pharmacies.

While they’re still relatively new in the United States, vapor cigarettes do have an edge over other traditional forms of tobacco cigarettes. They provide customers the opportunity to use different flavors, many of which they cannot find in regular cigarettes. When you first start smoking an electric cigarette, you can expect to try a number of different flavors until one that works becomes available. The electronic cigarette companies have several different products available, including menthols, fruit flavors, and chocolate. As more flavors are introduced, more customers can be familiar with these products.

Because you can find no chemicals within vapor cigarettes, they are considered to be safer than smoking cigarettes. The only real problem with vapor cigarettes is that some individuals cannot tolerate them and must keep their mouths closed if they smoke. However, lots of people find this not to be considered a problem. There are electronic cigarettes that are specifically designed to be smoked minus the mouthpiece. These are usually called “light”.

The electronic cigarettes that are designed to be smoked with out a mouthpiece contain a liquid solution that is found in conjunction with a computer chip. Most of these chips contain nicotine, propylene glycol, or some combination of both, which provide the electronic cigarettes with a “hit”. When you initially use the device, you may experience a high for a short period of time, but eventually you will discover that it produces a steady level of hit, which a lot of people prefer.

Another advantage to the products is you don’t need a specific kind of cartridge. Instead, you can change out your vapor cartridge predicated on your individual preference for flavor. If you’re a tobacco user, you can switch out your flavors every time you want to try something new.

The most crucial portion of the electronic Cigarette, other than the actual device, is the e-liquids. Most vaporizers use what are called nicotine salts. These salts are made from nicotine, water, or some combination thereof. These e-liquids are what actually make the vapor coming out of the device. Nicotine salts are available in a variety of strengths, and it is important that you research the precise strengths available so you choose a dose that’s right for you.

Vaping is not like smoking a normal cigarette. There are many different things that you can certainly do while you are using your e-cigs. You can also mix your own flavors or adjust the strength so that you are smoking less each day. When you are finished, you merely remove the e Cigarette, and your body will start to crave the nicotine, that is what most people who use these devices want. Nicotine is what provides e-Cig its addictive quality, and less nicotine means that you won’t crave as often. While the vaporizer may be your favorite way to enjoy your e Cig, you should definitely consider trying the newer electronic cigarettes that are available today.

Game Show Mania at a Casino

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Game Show Mania at a Casino

Live casino gaming can be an increasing trend on the web. This has been one of the final innovations in 2021 and contains grown rapidly since. This industry can be more technologically advanced than most other live casino sports. And yet the real benefit of having a live casino and actual physical casino also gives the participant some special benefits.

For example, one benefit that provides these games real-time excitement is the usage of streaming video. Everybody knows that with modern tools in a live casino game can be played back in real time on the internet. Now we also know that this type of gaming is done on large video projectors that are connected to multiple computers around the world. These projectors stream a live video back to the rooms where the game is being played in real time.

But imagine if the game were played in real time but without all the excitement? What if we could use streaming audio and visuals to experience that same casino gaming atmosphere in the home? What if it was possible for us to put bets on live casinos and also have them pay out live? Well, now you can.

A number of online casinos offer live dealer games. They are casinos that have separate booths setup where live dealers handle the games. In some cases these live dealers are available in the comfortable surroundings of your own home as they work from their own computer. In other cases, the games are played on the internet only by those that participate via live video web cams.

The benefits of playing on the internet with a live dealer are several. To begin with, the technology offers more realistic casino play. In true to life, it’s easy to tell whenever a card is a straight or a flush when you can start to see the card change immediately on the monitor. But with a live dealer, you should actually feel the cards combined with the actions of the dealer. You’ll receive the full sensation of the flop and turn.

Online live casinos offer players a lot more benefits. They can speak to other players as well as with the live casino staff and dealers. You may also obtain FAQs concerning the different games, the different ways to play and many other helpful tips about playing in a live casino. For more convenience, most live casinos provide a welcome pack just for new players. There’s usually a little literature section to purchase quick answers to 더킹 사이트 faqs.

If you wish something a bit more personal, many live casinos offer telephone numbers where you could talk live with a genuine dealer. These experienced casino technicians are always prepared to lend a helping hand if you want them. You can speak to them about the odds of particular games and the types of betting you will be doing. Live dealers in roulette and blackjack also often offer advice on winning strategies.

Roulette is perhaps the game that offers the best mix of convenience and personalization. Play blackjack and you’ll never again be left wishing you’d some cash on you. Blackjack is really a casino game that allows the ball player to enter the game anytime and choose his or her own table without being associated with another live dealer. If you want to play blackjack but don’t desire to wait around for a genuine person to assist you, then by all means benefit from an online blackjack casino.

One of the most common techniques live dealer casinos are set up is by using an authorized webcast software package. By using this software, live casinos can display their dealer images on another website. The images can be updated as the dealer makes adjustments on the LED boards behind the tables. This additional layer of user experience supplies the casino with another possibility to enhance the online gaming experience. Although this option has some drawbacks, like extra fees for usage, it is almost always worthwhile. For instance, the convenience of choosing your table and games is well worth paying a few dollars per month for the added convenience.

Another way to enhance the online gambling experience is by allowing the dealer to make decisions on your hand predicated on real time rules. Real-time rules will be the rules governing the game, such as for example when to deal and just how much to bet. In case a dealer is making the decision based on real time rules, they’re using the same resources to conduct the overall game that the players are using, so you will find a better chance of an effective hand. However, the players are still deciding on their hands based on their own personal strategies, which means that no strategy could be applied in virtually any situation.

One of many key benefits of using live dealers at live casinos is that they can provide casino gaming entertainment for your family. Since casinos are primarily designed to provide games for fun and relaxation, many players aren’t willing to pay full price to immerse themselves completely in virtual reality. Also, since live games tend to be more expensive to host than recorded games, the added entertainment value is a major draw for most players. In addition, in case you have a lot of family or friends that want to take pleasure from the gaming experience in the home but do not desire to pay an exorbitant price to take action, live dealers could make the gaming experience very affordable.

STRATEGIES FOR Vaping Dangers – Understanding the E Liquid Safety Information

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STRATEGIES FOR Vaping Dangers – Understanding the E Liquid Safety Information

In the last year or so, there’s been an increase in the reference to the e-cigarette and vaporizing dangers. Many teens are finding this a terrific way to get high without the stress and bother of smoking, in fact it is easy to understand why. The e-liquid comprises of water, propylene glycol, flavors, sugar, and sometimes protein powder. There is no longer the necessity to have a genuine cigarette. Instead you can aquire vapor that tastes like a real cigarette. E-juices may also be within flavors like fruit and chocolate.

Many experts think that there exists a correlation between smoking and lung disease. Those that use e-cigs are in a much lower risk of getting lung disease than non-users. They are able to also cause less irritation to the user’s throat. Those that suffer from irritation can sometimes find that they could stop smoking through the use of these products. This is due to the nicotine and other flavorings have a tendency to suppress feelings of irritability.

Nicotine is still present in e-cigarette and vaporizing products, nonetheless it is very rare. With all of the new flavors that are being offered, it would be hard to avoid using them. How much nicotine in any one e-liquid depends on the amount of sugar that was put into the mix. There are two various ways that nicotine is placed into the liquids; by the inhalation method, or by the ingested method. Those people who are trying to quit smoking find that they are able to drop by ingesting the nicotine without experiencing the same level of irritation they did when smoking.

While there are a few claims that vaporizing is healthier than smoking, there are no solid scientific facts that back this claim up. If anything, it can be true that having less nicotine is better for an individual, as it will not cause the smoker to experience withdrawals or become dependent on it. As far as the consequences of vapors and the health issues that they could cause, the list is quite long. Some things that are usually due to these chemicals include depression, anxiety, nausea, constipation, and even cancer. All of the vitamin e acetate, nicotine, along with other ingredients can harm your body in multiple ways.

There is one thing that many people forget when discussing the risks associated with E-Cigarettes and vapors, which will be the fact that it can cause lung disease. It is possible to have problems with nicotine poisoning when vaporizing other styles of tobacco, but it is much more likely to happen when mixing your e-cigarette with tobacco. Nicotine will slowly enter the bloodstream through the lungs, and when you don’t change your quitting habits, you could end up suffering from nicotine addiction and lung disease.

Many of the flavoring agents and chemicals which are used to create delicious tasting flavors can be found in the form of vitamin e acetate. You should also remember that there are certain medications that may interact with the liquid flavorings, and it would be wise to get hold of your doctor before using them. Should you be currently taking certain medications such as for example acetaminophen or aspirin, you might want to avoid any flavors that contain Vitamin E acetate because it can interfere with just how that these medications work in your body.

When choosing the best e-cigs to get, it is important to remember that many of the flavors that you will find have been approved by the FDA. Although some companies have a tendency to use popular flavors that are appealing to consumers, others are selling cigarettes with ingredients that can cause you harm over time. If you take the time to find the right vaporizer, you will have a healthier experience and help stop smoking easily.

The FDA does remind us that e-liquid isn’t to be consumed, but can be breathed in. If you breathe in any e-liquid, you will find a good chance that you could become addicted to it, that may lead to an asthma attack or other health issues. If you start to notice the symptoms of lung injury when using an e cigarette, you need to immediately stop using it. Your Vape doctor will be able to assist you to determine the best way so that you can stop smoking in as safe a way as possible.


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Empire Life Insurance

Empire Life Insurance Company

The Empire Life Insurance Company has been a Canadian provider of life insurance products, wealth management, and group benefits for almost a hundred years. In that time it has become a national provider in life insurance, and a financial services firm that seeks to make insurance and investment simple, painless, and speedy for its customers.

The Empire Life Insurance Company
Founded 1923
Headquarters Kingston, Ontario
Employees ~900 (2016)
Insurance Products* Term Life, Permanent Life, Critical Illness, and Group Life and Health insurance
Provinces Licensed AB, BC, MB, NB, NL, NWT, NS, NU, ON, PEI, QC, SK, YT
*Insurance coverage and availability may vary by province. Speak with your broker for details.

Company Overview

Going into its 95th year providing life insurance to Canadians, Empire Life started as a local Toronto insurance firm. Expanding into group benefits over the last half-century, then into wealth management & advice as the company has grown into one of Canada’s top-10 life insurance providers, Empire Life has built itself a household name for life insurance.

  • Empire Life offers life insurance policies across several unique products that are easy to understand and claim
  • A variety of employee inclusions for benefit programs, that can be managed by Empire Life
  • Investment opportunities and products, from the usual retirement savings plans, tax-free savings accounts, annuities and funds to specialized portfolios and guaranteed interest accounts

Based in Kingston, Ontario for over 80 years, Empire Life has established itself as a sponsor of the local community, investing in education, community well-being, local arts, and medical health research.

Empire Life Advantages

Wealth management and planning for your future go hand-in-hand with Empire Life, so its greatest advantage comes from services and products across both investment opportunities and insurance protection – a research and selection process that Empire assists with. Empire Life’s focus on designing trustworthy products that customers are satisfied with and can easily understand has widely expanded into helping small and mid-sized companies with research on, administration of, and programming for a full range of employee benefits./p>

  • Trusted Risk Management – Offering the tools, calculators, forms and questionnaires to determine your own needs for life insurance and other coverage, Empire Life matches those needs with a policy that you can count on and a good track record of protecting their customers.
  • 10 Investment Products and 20 different funds – Investment opportunities along side life insurance protection means as a client of Empire Life you can both protect yourself and invest your earnings.
  • Benefit Management – Empire Life’s group benefits products are designed to give you the full picture of what you are getting in exchange for your hard work and how you are protected by your employer. Empire ensures you can access its range of products and have every question answered about your coverage.

Empire Life Insurance Products

Whether you are selecting a policy to protect against the unforeseen, managing your estate to leave substantial gains to loved ones after you are gone, or seeking to cover yourself or your business in the event of an accident or illness, Empire Life offers policies to match the needs of many customers.

Life & Critical Injury Insurance

  • Term Insurance – Often purchased by first-time homeowners, young families, small & medium companies taking start-up risks, and customers seeking flexibility in their insurance plans. Life insurance for a term of your choosing, customized over four payment solutions that let you choose if premiums stay locked after a certain age, or auto-renew every 10 or 20 years, all of which become fully paid up for life-long coverage at age 100.
  • Permanent Life Insurance – Participating & non-participating policies means you can choose for yourself between three products across a variety of payment plans, offering options for older clients and clients seeking long-term value for their families, protection of their estates, and safeguards against your investments’ exposure due to market instability.
  • Critical Illness Insurance – Two different critical illness protection plans that cover two tiers of common critical conditions likely to impact you through medical costs, loss of work, financial issues, and other causes of family stress, each package including benefits with an option for a Return of Premium rider.

Investment Services

Through its line of 10 different investment products and a thorough selection of different funds, Empire Life offers to help you manage your wealth.

  • RRSP, TFSA, RRIF, Leveraged Loans and Annuity products for your assets
  • Over 20 different mutual funds, guaranteed investment funds, and guaranteed interest contracts
  • Personally selected Emblem GIF portfolios based on your needs through questionnaires and financial advice

Group Employee Benefits

Offering group benefits for companies with anywhere from 2 to 2000 employees all over Canada, Empire Life makes employers choice of benefits for their employees easy through insurance and other coverage options, concierge benefits for critical illness sufferers, Employee Assistance programs, and benefits for expatriated workers moving from abroad.

  • Over 10 different benefit programs
  • Options for Administrative Service of employer’s 3rd party benefit plans
  • Special programs for small (2-19 employees) Canadian businesses seeking competitive benefits
  • Extra coverage for employers to cover employee health costs not included in their regular insurance plan
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Empire Life Insurance Company
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259 King Street East, Kingston, Ontari K7L 3A8, Canada
Toll-free: 1-877-548-1881

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