Introduction: The eleven Finger Lakes were created from ancient rivers that originated from Canada that flowed across the western part of New York. A wide chain of comparatively fragile rocks lay east and west where the Ontario and Mohawk valleys are now. The tributaries from Canada “cut down faster and captured‚ or ‘beheaded‚’ the rocks” because they were much more fragile. This erosion developed the depressions that initiated the Ontario and Mohawk valleys (Fairchild‚ 165). When the last glacier
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I have always had problems sleeping due to trauma and have struggled for years to help myself control my insomnia and not let it control me. Sometimes it would come in handy and I could use it to my advantage but most of the time it just ruined me‚ my attitude‚ my focus‚ and my ability to cope. Naps were out of the question‚ I would literally have to stay awake until my body and mind gave out‚ something had to give eventually. No matter what I did‚ how much I exercised‚ what I ate‚ how much caffeine
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been noted about whether or not the Western portion of Dead Man’s Lake at Pilot Knob State Park is a bog. Although some have argued that the lake is actually a fen‚ I believe that the “bog” is indeed a bog. Based off of United States Fish and Wildlife standardized wetland characteristics and the Aquatic Ecology class’s observations and data collections there is enough evidence to suggest that the Western portion of Dead Man’s Lake is a bog. In class we learned that bogs are ombrotrophic systems
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The novel‚ Crow Lake‚ by Mary Lawson portrays a family that suffers from the great tragedy of when the Morrison parents are unexpectedly killed in an automobile accident. This tragedy created a great change of lifestyle to the seven year old protagonist‚ Kate Morrison‚ her older brothers‚ Luke and Matthew‚ and her younger sister‚ Bo. After the accident‚ the remaining of the Morrison family greatly attempts to prevent the family to be separated and sent to relatives. This novel is wisely written and
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sun’s warmth on my face peeking over from behind the rim of Crater Lake National Park in Oregon‚ I am wide awake. I open my tent to see deep‚ vivid reds and pinks‚ along with bright oranges and yellows and the luminous sun in the middle of nature’s masterpiece. Although it is only around forty degrees this morning‚ I can feel my heart burning with the desire to explore the various park features. It is only my first day at Crater Lake‚ and I can already feel myself beginning to love this unique‚ wonderful
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The place I feel content at is Ruth lake this is because it is fun when it is warm and when you have a boat because you get to go tubing. Sometimes you might see your friends there and get to do things with them. There is also deer season in the fall and that means I get to go camping. You can also go onto the mountains and have a view of the shining water of the lake. This is why I feel most comfortable at Ruth lake I get to see my friends on the lake and meet up with them at their cabins
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Lake Tahoe is a special place that has been a part of my life ever since I was born. This magical wonderland is unique and always has its moments no matter what time of year it is. From winter‚ when the snow glazed mountains offer great views and terrific skiing to the summer when the weather is warm and the activities are endless‚ there is always something for everyone. All of the memories that have stuck with me over the years make me appreciate this place more and more every time I visit. I have
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rid of them. Invasive species in the great lakes consist of Asian carp‚ Zebra mussels‚ and‚ lamprey. Asian carp are native to eastern Africa they also can grow up to 5 feet long and weigh up to 100 pounds! Zebra mussels are native to Ponto Caspian Sea and are only finger nail sized! The lamprey is native to the North Atlantic Ocean and can grow up to 2 feet long! Invasive species can end up somewhere on their own or be put there by someone. The great lakes are filled with all three of these invasive
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Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Background: Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is a luxury resort‚ situated in the world’s most mesmerizing natural settings‚ within the Banff National Park in the Canadian Rocky Mountains‚ overlooking one of the most photographed panoramic sceneries in the world. The resort hotel is owned and operated by Fairmont Hotels and Resorts of Toronto‚ Canada. Fairmont Hotels and resorts is a leading North American operator of luxury hotels‚ with properties in Canada‚ USA‚ Mexico
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Children today ’have less freedom than previous generations’ Two-thirds of under-15s are not allowed to take public transport‚ while a quarter are banned from sleeping over at friends’ houses‚ research has shown. Less than half - just 43 per cent - are free to play in their local park without an adult in attendance‚ according to the study. Evidence of the scale of restrictions imposed by anxious parents comes amid increasing concern about "toxic childhood"‚ with experts warning that modern
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