Blake

Martlet, can you just show some good old "compassionate conservatism" and personal and responsibility and repost the definition? From the link all I can see is a moonbat means someone who protests teh WTO.

between his support for in-vitro fertilization (which destroys embryos) and his opposition to fetal stem-cell research (because it destroys embryos). " Hey CBS, how does the in-vitro detroy embryos?

Why does this guy use the term "moonbat".... constantly? Who is he?

Hey Martlet? Do you think that GW bush could pass even half of the security clearance checks that those underneath him must pass to get to their positions in government? Do you think that without the influence and power of his political establishment relatives (who derived some power from selling Nazi war bonds after Pearl Harbor)he would have gotten in to Yale (after being rejected from Texas) or become Gov. or Pres? How is his policy of giving $80,000 tax breaks for buying a huge gass-guzzlin SUVs decreasing terrorism by ending our dependence on foreign oil?

Surprise of the day.... What does JAG stand for anyways?

I liked it when he said Iraq was a bad country because they "ignored UN concensus, and treated it like an empty debating society."

Who is Martlet? Did Necromonicon get bored again really quickly? Is there actually another whole person out there who is just that stupid?

The internet has totally changed how "grass-roots" events get organized. This is the 4th PNW bulletin board I've seen this on.

Yeah, i'm coming back for sure. I should be there around the 17th. I'm not sure about the fly fishing though, i'm thinking that the flooding might have had some long-range consequences in that area, but you might know more than I when it comes to that.

SW=SCott and Wendy? This is Blake from the Bakery by the way. If this is Scott, that ski trip you did along the Sawtooths looked great!

I'd think if overall, but lower-body concentrated strength gains are what you are looking for, then stick with deadlifts, squats, lunges.

Exactly, the above quote describes half of yesterday's testimony. It seemed like every person used up half of their time with the obligatory pander "This should in no way reflect badly upon the 99% of troops who are great, and we love, and whose parents and cousins elect me... blah blah blah" Everyone already knew this, and also knew that the prisoner torturing is unacceptable. They could have spent their limited time dealing with the situation, not repeating the same obvious pandering cliches.

the majority of CC.COM sprayers are washingtonians.

Oh, come on Josh, how can you not know the guy's name? sure he's an idiot, but it's not RumsfIeld! Rumsfeld, like Seinfeld... both are always in over their heads getting themselves and those around them into big trouble.

I'm sure cracked would be totally up for that arrangement. I hardly think the 8% sales tax he saves comes close to the added cost fo Out-Of-State tuition. However, even this is still not covering the cost of his learnin', you're right about the taxpayers doing that.

Books are the exception, since the UW bookstore is run by assholes. If I present the driver's liscense, I'm exempt from being taxed on every other purchase I've made. www.textbookx.com www.bookbyte.com www.half.com Don't support bookstores that screw over students.

The "dividend" argument is pretty silly. I've never seen a more successful plan to get people to spend money that is already theirs! Oooh I have a $200 dividend! What will I spend it on? Idiots, that's money you have not spent yet! Take it back! Also, you don't get to apply purchases on the dividend to your future dividend. Yeah, there's some real savings. I'm pretty sure that all sale purchases wont apply to the dividend either, which mikes the 10% off normal prices still equal out to well above most other retailers.

Ya, I'm a corporate tool too. My dividend last year was over $200. Stocking up on the seven essentials will cost ya, and you can't get that stuff at the small shops. I buy some stuff at REI, cause it's close and quick, but if you just want to get great deals, I highly doubt that any REI stuff could compare to campmor, sierratradingpost, ebay, or the classifieds on here.

they just moved there, so I doubt it. Since when has that general area north of powell's become the "Pearl District"? There really aren't any pearls near there, or jewlers... are there? is it all somekind of nice sounding marketing name for the area?

I was given a megamid clone made by a canadian company called "outbound", and I like it a lot. When in snow, do you all just lay down some type of light tarp between the snow and your sleeping pad?

yeah, and for the people who hike from the cascae river parking lot to Stehekin.. geez!

Anyone done adams, particularly the mazama glacier route ever this time of year? Looking for a nice trip to do before mid-june, could this go?

Imagine that, but more dense and with leaves, add a 30degree slope, and you have yourself the "Trail" to trapper lake near Cascade Pass.

NCNP press release North Cascades National Park Service Complex Storm/Flood Damage Update May 5, 2004 Stehekin Storms and flooding in October 2003 damaged roads, trails and campgrounds throughout North Cascades National Park Service Complex, including areas within the Stehekin Valley. Some repairs will be completed in 2004. Others require several years to complete. The following is an overview of changes that may affect visitors to the Stehekin area. This list will be updated as other natural events occur and repairs are made. Trail conditions such as eroded trail tread and missing or broken bridges, foot logs and puncheon will increase the time and caution required for trail travel. Hikers should exercise great care at all stream crossings and are encouraged to turn back if safe crossing is not possible. A complete list of storm damage effects is available from the Golden West Visitor Center or on the web at www.nps.gov/noca. STEHEKIN VALLEY ROAD CONDITIONS AND SHUTTLE SERVICE The Stehekin Valley Road is currently open for vehicle traffic to a parking area just above the Stehekin Valley Ranch (approximately 9.5 miles from the Landing). Due to damage to the upper valley road, the National Park Service Shuttle will not be operating in 2004. The privately operated Stehekin Shuttle Bus will make 3-4 daily round trips in the lower valley between the Stehekin Landing and the end of the drivable road May 17th through October 10th. Transportation on the Stehekin Shuttle is demand only May 17th through June 17th. During these dates service will only be provided if passengers board at the Stehekin Landing or with advance reservations. These reservations can be made at the North Cascades Stehekin Lodge (after May 17th) or by contacting Jim Williams at bBoxholder, Stehekin, WA 98852 or jpwilliams1040@yahoo.com Stehekin Valley Road conditions for walking, stock use, and bicycling: End of drivable road (9.5 miles) to High Bridge (11.2 miles): Traveling upvalley from the end of the drivable road 0.5 miles you will encounter water over the road for approximately 450 feet. Depending on conditions you may choose to ford the water or take a trail re-route to Bullion Camp, High Bridge and other upper valley trailheads and locations. Ford water with caution as it varies in depth and has a current. This is the recommended route for bicycles. A trail re-route from the Stehekin Valley Road bypasses the water and links to the Bullion Loop Trail in two places. One link is located across from the parking area at the end of the drivable road , and the other is closer to the washout where the Bullion Loop trail crosses the road. Each Trailhead will be signed. You may continue on this trail to Coon Lake, the Old Wagon Road Trail (Pacific Crest Trail) and High Bridge Ranger Station or follow the sign to Bullion Camp and out to the Stehekin Valley Road. You may take a bicycle on this re-route with extreme caution. Bicycles are only allowed on the section of trail from the end of the drivable road to Bullion Camp. From Bullion Camp, bicyclists can reach the Stehekin Valley Road. The re-route is rocky, with stream crossings, moderate elevation gain and tight turns. It is recommended to walk your bike through the re-route. Bicyclists must be aware of other trail users and yield to stock and hikers. High Bridge (11.2 miles) to Bridge Creek (16 miles): Road passable to stock, hikers and bicycles between High Bridge and Car Wash Falls (~13 miles). The road between Car Wash Falls and Bridge Creek is non-existent in places. Hikers must use extreme caution as slippery rocks and steep washouts are commonplace. This section of road is impassable to stock and bicycles and is not recommended for hikers. Hikers and stock can use the Old Wagon Road Trail (Pacific Crest Trail) to travel to Bridge Creek (this trail is not open to bicycles). The Old Wagon Road Trail (Pacific Crest Trail) is accessible from High Bridge (via Coon Lake Trail) or from the Stehekin Valley Road a short distance below Car Wash Falls. Bicycles are not allowed on the Old Wagon Road or other trails within the North Cascades National Park Service Complex with the one exception mentioned above. Bridge Creek (16 miles) to Glory Mountain (20.3 miles): No report as of May 5. This section of the Stehekin Valley Road will be open to hikers and stock. Check at the Golden West Visitor Center for current conditions. Glory Mountain (20.3 miles) to Cottonwood (23 miles): A re-route will be created during the 2004 season. Check at the Golden West Visitor Center for current conditions. TRAILS Trail Condition Reports: Trail conditions and repair will change weekly throughout the season. It is recommended to check the most up-to-date conditions before the start of each trip. The National Park Service issues bi-weekly trail condition reports during summer. Visit www.nps.gov/noca/cond.htm and stop by the Golden West Visitor Center in Stehekin for the most current report. (Note: The park staff is compiling the first trail condition report of the season and hopes to have it available in the next week.) As of May 5, the Maple Creek Bridge on Bridge Creek Trail (Pacific Crest Trail) is impassible to hikers. Until the Maple Creek Bridge is repaired, hikers should use extreme caution when fording. There is currently no ford for stock at this location.

You aren't alone in this viewpoint.