Daily Archives: April 24, 2012

Report seeking oil and gas leases on 5.3 million acres of state land called ‘stupid.’

Members of the Michigan Legislature have issued a report calling for the state to seek oil and gas leases on 5.3 million acres of state land, according to a story today by Jim Harger at the Grand Rapids Press. The … Continue reading

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Cabin Fever: Tentbound in Devil’s Bay

Anyone who has traveled far to try something challenging knows the dismay and mood swings that come when the weather doesn’t cooperate. Knitting isn’t an option when you are an athlete and adrenaline junkie. This video of a climbing expedition … Continue reading

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Originally posted on John Hubickeys Photo Blog:
This is one of my favorite high dynamic range photographs. This HDR photograph was taking in Utah at Bryce Canyon National Park, March 2012. In front of me you can see one of…

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Michigan waters make Bassmaster top 100 Best Bass Lakes

Four Michigan waters are listed today on Bassmaster Magazine’s list of the Top 100 Best Bass Lakes in the US. Local anglers may or may not agree; they always have their secret spots, but the editors of the magazine said … Continue reading

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Study Links Plant Damage to Nanoparticles

Scientists are discovering that nanoparticles are able to enter plant cells and cause damage. That finding has troubling implications for agriculture and other forms of life, the New York Times reports today about a new study. They may not create … Continue reading

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