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Jet Boating in New Zealand

April 23rd, 2011 No comments

This one goes on the bucket list.

Shotover Jet commenced operations on the upper Shotover River in 1970 and was one of Queenstown’s first adventure activities, and over the years is one of the experiences that has helped to put New Zealand on the global tourism map. Combining the classic New Zealand invention of the Jet Boat with the Kiwi culture of adventure, Shotover Jet has become part of the fabric of what is quintessentially ‘New Zealand’ and has taken jet boating from its humble beginnings to become one of New Zealand’s most iconic ‘must do’ visitor activities

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Categories: General

How a differential gear works

April 20th, 2011 1 comment

An excellent tutorial from the 1930′s on the principles and development of the differential gear.

 

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Categories: General

Frisco Gun Show

July 31st, 2010 2 comments

Spotted this sign on the drive into the office this morning.

I didn’t know: a) they had gun shows in Frisco, b) that one was going on this weekend.

This might be a problem for my wallet.  The entrance line was stretched out around the building.

Details:

Location
Frisco Gun Shows are held at the Dr Pepper Arena – 2601 Avenue of the Stars, Frisco TX 75034.

Dates
July 31 & August 1, 2010

Show Hours
Saturday 9am to 5pm
Sunday 10am to 5pm
Vendor Set-up Friday 10am to 6pm and Saturday 7:30am to 9am

Admission
General Admission – $8
Children UNDER 12 – Free
Uniformed Peace Officers – Free

Weekend Pass – $12.00, return FREE on Sunday.

Plenty of FREE Parking

More information located here: http://www.fwgunshow.com/frisco.html and http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/GunShows/ShowDetails.aspx?sid=16653

If you check it out, let me know.

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Categories: Firearms

Intruder Alert

July 29th, 2010 No comments

I wonder how this little guy managed to get all the way up to the third floor of our office building. Have no fear – he’s been relocated to greener pastures.

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Categories: General

SMART Goals

July 28th, 2010 No comments

SMART Goals

Specific

  • Well defined
  • Clear to anyone that has a basic knowledge of the project

Measurable

  • Know if the goal is obtainable and how far away completion is
  • Know when it has been achieved

Agreed Upon

  • Agreement with all the stakeholders what the goals should be

Realistic

  • Within the availability of resources, knowledge and time

Time Based

  • Enough time to achieve the goal
  • Not too much time, which can affect project performance

Goals should be S.M.A.R.T.

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Categories: General