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One of the central issues over Owasippe is usage. Being so far from the Council, not many Troops used it. Most Council properties are within the boundaries of the Council.

"Ohhh Andy, how about a little trim?" A tribute to Floyd "the Barber" Bannister

The jump in with your clothing was a requirement for 1st Class but they recently moved it to the Swimming Merit Badge. I thought it was a great life skill in case you ever accidentaly fell in. The last couple of years we have attended Buffalo Trails Scout Ranch in the Davis Mountains of West Texas (about a 600 mile drive for us). We have about 20 to 25 Scout camps in Texas. My COuncil owns Camp Perry the oldest continousilty operated Scout camp in Texas 77 Years Young. Owasippe is in danger of being sold and a private developer taking over. The Professionals in the Chicago Area Council, which surprisenly own the property, were trying to sell it and the volunteers were trying to raise $$Millions to save it. It is a key place in OA history, I hope it can be saved. The clothes reference I made was to a winter type parks, which, when wet, would not be helpful. Shirts, pants, etc. are very helpful.

Rainout and we avoid another "Fifth Starter" debute. Maybe a rain dance is called for.

Damn, I had some Rolling Rock ready, are they thinking they can get this one?

Most of the time, people are doing what you described, removing a t-shirt or something stupid. I think they remove shoes because they see it in movies. The brave leading man, takes off his shoes, removes his shirt, and makes a perfect dive into the water. I try and get all my Scouts at least once a year to review and help teach the new Scouts. Being it is also a nice pool party on a very hot night, it helps. I went through the ice on Bangs Lake in Wauconda when I went brain dead for a few minutes. All my outdoor experience and I basically out thought myself into a potentially serious situation.

Cheat, interesting that you asked. I was just teaching Water Safety to my new Boy Scouts last night and reviewing water rescue technics and protocols. Most people start with what should be the last resort. Option 1. Reach. Lay on your belly and reach with an arm, leg, stick, chair, whatever. Option 2. Throw Toss something that floats. If you have a rope, toss it past them and scoop them in. Option 3. Row If a boat, raft, canoe, etc. is available go out there and try to reach with object, thrown, etc. Option 4. Go with equipment Grab a rope, oar, anything handy so that the person panicking in the water doesn't grab you. Option 5. Go all by yourself. If you are wearing any clothes that may limit your ability to swim and tred water (heavy boots, high heels, parka, etc. take the time and remove them or you'll get in trouble and not help the person. And, always look for your personal safety. Don't over estimate your abilities and cause two rescues or worse.

Good point. We are United States and the big picture is 50 states are picking a guy to run the country. Technically it shouldn't matter how each states pick their candidate. In theory, the biggest mistake would be if someone was 26 states to 24 and lost.

6 Year on life support after saving the live of 5 year old. What a brave young man. May God keep this special kid in his hands and nurse him through this.

Are you talking the speedometer

I forgot about Quine and I posted his notice a couple days ago. There was a real popular guitarist (Eddie VanHalen?) that counted Quine as his biggest influence and I couldn't find the reference.

Great new signature. I guess you didn't want a sports related one? --------------------------->Tex, ducking for cover.

BTW, I'm also wondering if my buddy still runs a death pool. Reagan was only worth 7 points. Ray Charles would have been worth 27.

Ladies and Gentleman Posting from his cell:

Never sell out, even if you and a drummer are the only guys that like the music. Audiences are vastly over rated. When are you going to send me some MP3s of the band to listen to?

I just saw the notice. bummer, R.I.P. Whose going to complete the three?

You're correct, I guess it would be bi-partisan. I do not think you could have made this a non-partisan event. If they wanted non-partisan, they should have stayed in California.

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I thought that's what you meant. A fifth starter who is .500 is as good as it gets. I would accept a win percentage of .250 to .400 at this point. I'm certain once every guy in AAA, AA, and A have had their chance, Kenny will find someone. I just hope we do not ruin any careers in the process of rushing guys to the Cell.

I agree with 100% I'm just thinking A-Rod never travels to Houston or St. Louis for a game, for those fans it's their only chance. Fans in Chicago, New York, I guess San Francisco, and LA, all have an opportunity to see any superstar they want, if they are willing to go to the "other teams" field. You are right, I would rather see Buerhle strike out Bonds 4 times than Prior.

Around the age of 21, buy some frames, cut your poster collection in half, hang up fewer, but better posters. 30 Again cut it in half. Add some art work to your house that doesn't come rolled up from Wal*mart 40 You're kids have bankrupted you, sneak into their room and look at the posters Currently playing in my kids room Beatles White Album, Some Clash, Ramones, Who, and Yellow Card.

I'm just glad he gave Koch his wish to "get back out there" She said Billy, can't be a closer, just get on with your life Billy, you've been a loser, I'm not being your wife . . .

Are you talking 3 ER for the 5 innings which is an ERA of 5.4 or an ERA of 3.0?

I agree 100%. There are seats further away from the action she might have been more comfortable sitting in.