Archive for November, 2008

FFA Today – November 26, 2008

November 26, 2008
By Garrett McCord
FFA Today – November 26, 2008

The November 26 episode of FFA Today features "bug careers," a story highlighting ag youth scholarship winners and more!
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Retiring Address: Brady Revels – 2008 National FFA Convention

November 26, 2008
By Garrett McCord
Retiring Address: Brady Revels – 2008 National FFA Convention

See Brady Revels' retiring address "Who Cares" from the seventh session of the 2008 National FFA Convention.
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Five Tips For Getting Started With Kayaking

November 25, 2008
By Garrett McCord

Kayaking is a great sport that combines physical activity with the beauty and tranquility of nature. If you would like to get started with this sport, there are a few things you need to know. As with any form of outdoor recreation, learning the basics before you begin will make your kayaking adventure much...
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Convention Theme Song Video – 2008 National FFA Convention

November 25, 2008
By Garrett McCord
Convention Theme Song Video – 2008 National FFA Convention

Check out the video for the 2008 Convention Theme Song, "Step Up Stand Out".
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Serious About The Best Vegatables Do Organic Gardening!

November 23, 2008
By Garrett McCord

If you think you are very serious about organic gardening, maybe you feel it is time to start getting educated on the subject that used to be know and referred to as- all muck and mystery- thanks to the work of many pioneers and early organic gardeners, there is an increasing understanding of the...
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The Art of Gardening & Creating Heaven At Your Doorstep

November 23, 2008
By Garrett McCord

Gardening (believe it or not) is one of the best hobbies which can take complete care of your mind and body. It is a thoughtful amalgamation of science and art to convert a simple piece of land into a heavenly creation. Like a huge canvas, etched and sprayed with multiple colors, your garden can...
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All About Pontoon Boats

November 23, 2008
By Garrett McCord

Lots of boaters these days prefer a pontoon boat over a normal ski/fishing boat. So if you are searching for some information on pontoon boats and what they are, then you have came to the right article. See pontoon boats come in many sizes, and a few different varieties. One type of pontoon boat...
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The Oceans’ Wave Power

November 22, 2008
By Garrett McCord

For more than 200 years inventors worldwide have filed patents for wave-power technology of a dazzling variety of designs-bobbing objects ("ducks"), buoys, articulated rafts, floating bags, overspills, and many others. There has been no shortage of ideas. Many of these ideas are in fact technically feasible, so it seems a shame that this renewable...
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Zilker Park is an Austin Gem

November 22, 2008
By Garrett McCord

Zilker Metropolitan Park is perhaps the brightest jewel in Austin's golden crown of parks and other outdoor venues. It is 351 acres of endless amusements for all ages and interests. There is something for every season of the year, from the Trail of Lights at Christmas to a dip in the cool...
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Water Purifier for Boating Safety

November 21, 2008
By Garrett McCord

Of course you want to be safe on your boat, so you've got rope, life vests, emergency flares, a GPS. But did you think about a water purifier? Humans get dehydrated in a matter of hours. Dehydration can cause weakness, dizziness and disorientation. In a boating emergency these symptoms can be dangerous. Of course,...
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