text:
The Adventurer's Guide to White Sands National Monument
by Erin Maxson
Photos: Erin Maxson
The Land of Enchantment? More like Sands of Enchantment.
With 275 miles of beautiful white dunes and little to no tourists, White Sands National Monument was made for true adventurers.
Solitude, Mother Nature, and Adventure all meet here under the stars as they invite you to their secret club that most explorers won't ever venture out to see.
Located just over the mountains of Las Cruces, New Mexico, and around the bend from White Sands Missile Range, you'll find these dunes tucked away in the desert waiting for you.
So, where is White Sands?
Yikes — It's In The Middle of Nowhere
If you haven't looked it up yet, White Sands National Monument is over an hour in every direction from the nearest city or town, which often makes it a difficult or unworthy trek for some.
Every time we talk about White Sands, someone always has to ask, "Why would you go out that far for a bunch of sand?"
And every time we're asked that question, there's no real answer that makes logical sense.
After you visit for the first time, you'll find that the magic and wonder of White Sands will continue to pull on your heartstrings no matter where you are in the world.
And from what we know about adventurers, there's always room for extra miles in our route if it means adventure, solitude, jaw-dropping scenery, and magical moments.
So, we're giving you all the details you need to know before packing up your gear and heading out for an adventure in the world's largest white sand dunes!
Why White Sands is So Cool, Literally
What most people don't know about White Sands is that the sand stays cool all year round. According to Visit Las Cruces, the sand here is made from 98% pure gypsum, a mineral that doesn't absorb heat, so you can walk on the dunes without burning your feet even if it's 100 degrees outside.
This makes hiking, sliding, climbing, and rolling in the dunes bearable throughout the entire year.
And that's science, friends.
Why Visit White Sands?
Photo: Jacob L.
Honestly, we would be here all day if we had to list off all the reasons to visit White Sands here in this guide, but we'll sum it up for you.
White Sands is truly something you won't find anywhere else in the world (don't believe us, check this out). The sand alone is made out of a rare mineral that often finds itself washed away after hundreds of years.
But the love for White Sands doesn't just come from the science or wildlife, it comes from seeing a sunset as you've never seen before out in the middle of one of the world's most isolated and beautiful landscapes.
You fall in love with every star in the sky and find yourself running up and down the dunes, no matter how old you are.
The truth is that White Sands is the definition of The Land of Enchantment and it won't let you forget it.
It's time to hit the road.
What to Expect at White Sands
So you've made it to White Sands National Monument, now what?
Check out the Visitors Center
Your first stop at White Sands should be the Visitors Center. Here, you'll find everything you need to know about Ranger Programs, hiking and biking trails, and backcountry camping.
You'll grab your backcountry camping permit and sand sled here before you hit the dunes.
Ask About the Weather
Thankfully, White Sands is open year-round and doesn't necessarily have a prime visiting time. You should keep in mind that the dunes are in the desert, so summer temperatures can be upwards of 100 degrees during the day and 40 degrees at night.
Rainy season at White Sands starts in July and ends around late September, so prepare for all types of weather when you pack up for this trip. Be sure to ask a Ranger or stop by the Visitors Center to check in with the latest weather reports.
Bring Your Own Water & Supplies
Water isn't abundant at White Sands, so be sure to pack plenty of water for your stay out in the dunes. You should pack at least one gallon per person per day.
You'll be about an hour away from any emergency services and food/water supplies, so be prepared to take care of yourself out there.
Pets are Welcome
Unlike most other federally owned parks and monuments, pets are allowed to roam almost anywhere. Pets must be leashed at all times, but you can romp and play in the sand dunes with your pup as far as the eye can see.
Pet parents can rejoice in knowing that White Sands offers pet-friendly backcountry camping and Bark Ranger tags for pups at the Visitors Center, too!
Missile Closures
When the nearby missile range plans for missile testing, the monument shuts down. The highway on either side of the mountain pass to get to White Sands National Monument will also be closed.
You could wait here for minutes or for hours, so it's important to plan your trip around the missile launches to avoid wasting time.
Always check with the White Sands National Monument website to see if the monument and the surrounding highway are closed before you hit the road. You can also stay up to date by following them on Twitter or Facebook.
What to See & Do at White Sands
Check Out the Ranger Programs
White Sands offers some of the National Park Service's best Ranger Programs including sunset and moonlight hikes, astronomy nights, and more.
Every year, hundreds of people turn out to enjoy these free programs at White Sands that many other federal parks and monuments don't offer.
Check the White Sands Event Calendar to see if there are any upcoming events before planning your trip.
See the Park from All Angles
Hiking, biking, sledding, picnicking, horseback riding, and camping are all allowed at White Sands.
Grab a sand sled at the Visitors Center or pitch a tent in the backcountry, no matter what you choose you have the option to experience the dunes in a new way each and every time.
Watch the sun go down over the Organ Mountains and see a sunset that will be instilled in your mind forever. Pink, purple, blue, and orange sweep the sky at night, setting the standard for all sunsets to come.
White Sands is the perfect place to learn sunset and night photography, so be sure to pack a camera.
Watch for Wildlife
Wildlife watching is abundant in the dunes, especially at night. White Sands is home to a unique variety of amphibians, reptiles, mammals, and insects.
Some insects and mammals, like the bleached earless lizard and the apache pocket mouse, have adapted their coloring to match the dunes to protect themselves from predators.
Bring your headlamp and wait for nightfall to watch the dunes come alive.
White Sands Backcountry Camping 101
If you haven't been backcountry camping in White Sands, here's why you should pack your gear and go right now:
It's most likely the least amount of hiking you will ever have to do in order to go backcountry camping
It's relatively easy to get a permit at the Visitors Center (no waiting in line or lottery draws)
You'll experience silence like you never have before
Pets are allowed anywhere on the dunes, as long as they remain on a leash
It's downright beautiful
If you've never been camping in the backcountry, White Sands is the perfect place to start. You won't hike more than three miles round trip to get to your campsite and you'll most likely have the place almost entirely to yourself.
There are only 10 campsites inside the monument, so there are a few things to know before you get moving.
White Sands Backcountry Camping Cheat Sheet
There are only 10 campsites available every day.
You have to pick up camping permits inside the Visitors Center which are given out first come, first serve. Get there as early as possible. Permits are easier to obtain on weekdays.
Car camping and RV camping inside the park is not allowed. You must pitch a tent.
If you intend to stay multiple nights, you must trek back to the Visitors Center each day in order to get another permit.
Pets are allowed to camp with you but must remain on a leash.
Camping fees are less expensive if you have an annual National Park Pass!
Remember that you hike and camp at White Sands at your own risk. When temperatures rise above 85 degrees, it's best to wait until the sun goes down before venturing out.
Always bring plenty of water and always, always have a good time.
Where to Stay Outside of White Sands
If you don't feel like backcountry camping or arrived too late to get a permit, there are nearby campgrounds that you can check out.
The closest campsites are about half an hour away at Oliver Lee Memorial State Park near the Sacramento Mountains. Here you'll find over 30 campsites for both RV and tent campers. You can reserve campsites online ahead of time, too.
A post shared by caroline xx (@carolinewhiteee) on Jan 24, 2018 at 8:24am PST
Roughly 40 miles away from White Sands, you can find campsites at Aguirre Springs Recreation Area or Lincoln National Forest.
Aguirre Springs is tucked away at the base of the Organ Mountains and offers views of Tularosa Basin and White Sands from a distance. Lincoln National Forest offers RV camping, tent camping, and cabins for rent. All campgrounds in Lincoln National Forest are first come, first serve.
Experience the Magic of White Sands
The only way to experience the beauty, solitude, and adventure of White Sands is to go see it yourself. There are so many things to see and do there that you won't be able to fit it all into one trip, guaranteed.
If you need a few measly hours of serious silence or want to experience a world-class sunset, White Sands National Monument has everything you need for your next adventure.
Erin is a freelance writer and photographer who travels the country with her dog, Rory. Together they hike, explore, nap, and write about their adventures. You can find them on social media @withdogshetravels or check out their blog at With Dog She Travels.
Arizona to New Mexico Road Trips: 25 Scenic Side Trips
Get your weekly adventure fix
Join thousands of readers getting epic hiking, camping and travel ideas every week.
Cozy Up In One of These Park City Cabin Rentals
Park City may be a resort town, but that doesn't mean you have to stay at crowded hotels like everyone else.
8 Epic Backpacking Trips in Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
Curb your cravings for tall trees and get really, really high on these majestic overnight treks into the heart of the Great Western Divide.
Ruff'n It: 20 Pet-Friendly Cabin Rentals in Arizona
Arizona has plenty of cabin rentals available - even for those who like to travel with dogs in tow. Here's a look at our favorite options.
20 Best Backpacking Trips In Utah
Whether you're planning an overnight adventure or a weeklong backpacking trip, you'll find plenty of worthy trails with stellar sights in the Beehive State.
Crown Jewels: 14 Majestic Hikes in Glacier National Park
Aptly nicknamed the "crown of the continent," Glacier National Park's majestic mountains and hidden gems are resplendent with regal grandeur.
The 14 Best Hikes at Point Reyes National Seashore
Hike along any portion of the 150 miles of trail and you too will discover what makes Point Reyes National Seashore so special.
"People who live in Arizona have easy access to some of the most extraordinary landscapes on the entire planet," says Rick Quinn, "and I'm continually amazed by how few Arizonans take advantage of more than a tiny fraction of their options." Rick is the author of the new book Arizona and New Mexico: 25 Scenic Side Trips, a guide to road trips that start and end at Interstate highways but take travelers into the heart of what makes the Southwest so captivating.
The Best Camping Near Provo, Utah
The mountains surrounding Utah Valley offer ample opportunities to escape the city and reconnect with nature.
© 2019 Territory Supply
Crafted by Fhoke
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, we may earn commissions from qualifying purchases from Amazon.com. You can learn more about our editorial and affiliate policy here.


text:
006 Victoria Chicon
Victoria Chicon was raised in Lima, Peru, the daughter of a Chinese father and Peruvian mother. She worked as a filmmaker, editor, and instructor before immigrating to the US in 1998. In Maine she has helped to raise her grandchildren, worked in hospitality, volunteered at community radio and community TV stations and teaches Spanish to elementary school students. Victoria passionately advocates for members of the Latin community in Portland, ME and can be heard weekly on WMPG (90.9FM) Sundays from 12:30-2PM on her Spanish music and information program called Cruz del Sur, or you can stream it live from www.wmpg.org.
To see her program "Nosotros, We The People" on community TV, visit www.ctn5.org.
nms_006_-_victoria_chicon_-_peru.mp3

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaCommonCrawl


The decision by the Haydock stewards to demote Lamanver Odyssey to second place after the Challenger Mares' Series Handicap Hurdle Final on Saturday completed an unfortunate and possibly unique reverse for her owner breeder Dr Donna Christensen.
Two years ago the horse's full sister Lady Of Lamanver was disqualified and placed second for causing minimal interference after winning the EBF Mares' Final at Newbury.
To lose two such valuable races in similar circumstances is rotten luck for Dr Christensen who has done so well with the offspring from her broodmare Lamanver Homerun.
We were all concerned when an inquiry was called at Haydock immediately after Lamanver Odyssey passed the post a neck ahead of The Delray Munky.
Our worst fears were realised when the placings of the the first two were reversed with Noel Fehily picking up a two day ban for careless riding.
After making much of the running, jumping fluently, Lamanver Odyssey had shown great character to fight back after being headed going to the final flight.
She ran a tremendous race considering she wants further than two miles, three furlongs and hopefully there will be other days for here.
We are unlikely to appeal the result of the steward's inquiry because by drifting left across The Delray Munky after the final flight our mare technically broke the rules.
But it was a close run thing and tough to take for all the team.
The unique companion for anyone who aspires to beat the bookies. Follow for the best tips, promotions, features, competitions and quizzes.


Can i just use a parallel cable to connect my Astra scanner to a Centris 650 ?
No, you need a SCSI cable. Physically -- I said _physically_ -- a parallel cable will fit, as long as both the Mac and the scanner both have DB25 connectors. But electrically it'd be a disaster.
It doesn't matter that the scanner isn't SCSI ?
Of course it matters, that's why it would be a disaster electrically!
I'm not sure if the DB-25 on serial or parallel PC ports will fit Mac SCSI ports without looking, but it probably won't hurt to plug JUST THE CABLE into your Mac as long as you don't attach anything to the other end of it! As long as nothing is tied together in the cable that will damage your Mac's SCSI controller or worse, anyway.
If you attach a device with the wrong signals nothing good usually comes of it.
So, then how do i connect my Astra 1220P scanner to my Centris ?
If it's a parallel port scanner . . . you don't.
(2) Some Orange Micro PC compatibility cards have a parallel port on them. I don't know if any NuBus-based Orange Micro cards have such a port, however, and I don't know if the parallel port devices can even be accessed from the Mac OS environment. (Apple's PC Compatibility Card had an optional accessory card with a parallel port on it as well, but that accessory card only worked with the PCI-based PC Compat card, and of course the Centris series are not PCI-based).
Well, i guess i can forget about that then. The thing is that this scanner besides a parallel port also has another round port that looks like the mac serial port and is labeled as "option".
BTW, anyone got a NuBus video card for cheap ?
The thing is that this scanner besides a parallel port also has another round port that looks like the mac serial port and is labeled as "option".
I'm 99% sure that's where the optional transparency adapter plugs in (it's a DIN8 DC conduit to provide power for the transparency adapter's backlight AFAIK).


text:
Bethesda Shows Off 'Doom' And 'Fallout 4' In VR, 'Fallout 4' VR Version In Development
Bethesda is interested in developing games for virtual reality, and it's currently working on a VR version of "Fallout 4" for the HTC Vive.
Arkane Studios Shows Off Emily Kaldwin's Powers In 'Dishonored 2'
Bethesda closed out its E3 Showcase by showing off gameplay from the highly-anticipated "Dishonored 2."
id Software Reveals 'Quake Champions'
The "Quake" franchise is back with a new installment.
Fight The Alien Invasion In Arkane Studios' 'Prey'
The studio behind "Dishonored" is making another game, and it's set in outer space.
Dice Presents New 'Battlefield 1' Trailer At EA Play
DICE's latest trailer for "Battlefield 1" showed off more aerial combat in the skies above World War I.
'Titanfall 2' Arrives October 28 With Six New Titans & Single-Player
Respawn Entertainment showed off a new trailer for 'Titanfall 2'. Unlike the first game, the sequel will include a single-player mode.
Bioware Shows Off 'Mass Effect Andromeda' Trailer At EA Play
'Mass Effect Andromeda' won't come out until early 2017, but Bioware updated fans on the studio's progress with a new trailer.
Announcing The Tom's Community Indie VR Roundtable! Submit Your Questions
New Features Coming To Xbox One Preview, Xbox Windows App Before E3
Some of the features include the addition of Cortana, an improved Game Collection page, and the ability to record PC gameplay at 60 frames per second.
Bethesda Adds 'BE3 Plus' To E3 Show For Game Demos, Interviews
Bethesda's back again for E3, and this year, the company is adding a new portion to its BE3 Showcase to show off demos and interviews with developers on upcoming titles.
'Civilization: Beyond Rising Tide' Expansion Shows Off Aquatic Settlements, New Factions
Firaxis Games finally revealed its E3 gameplay demo of "Rising Tide," the first expansion for "Civilization: Beyond Earth."
'Lucky's Tale' Proves Third-Person Gameplay Works In VR
Third-person gameplay might seem strange for a VR title, but after playing "Lucky's Tale" at E3, I found that it actually works just as well as a first-person perspective.
'Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain' Shows One Final Demo At E3
"Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain" is less than three months away from release, and at E3 we saw another gameplay demo showing Big Boss in action.
'Anno 2205': Building On Earth And On The Moon
We're back to the future with "Anno 2205," and this time we're going to build cities on the moon.
'Star Wars: Battlefront' Amazes With Snowy Demo At E3
Welcome back to the war. E3 2015 wouldn't be complete without some hands-on time with the new "Star Wars: Battlefront."
Fighting For Survival In 'The Division'
Going Medieval With Ubisoft Montreal's 'For Honor'
At E3, we were able to play with Ubisoft Montreal's newest project, called "For Honor," which pits two teams of four players against each other in the field of medieval warfare.
Origin PC Shows Off EON15-X And EON17-X Laptops With G-Sync At E3
Origin PC is updating two of its gaming laptops to support Nvidia's new G-Sync technology. The price difference between the old and new variants is expected to be less than $100.
Gearbox Software's 'Battleborn' Puts You At The End Of The Universe
Gearbox Software is taking a break from creating Vault Hunters to turn to a brewing conflict at the end of the universe with "Battleborn."
Checking Out The Divide In 'Deus Ex: Mankind Divided'
Two months after the initial announcement, Square Enix was on hand at E3 to show off a first look at the gameplay for "Deus Ex: Mankind Divided."


text:
April to September:
Tuesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.
Sundays from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
October to March:
Closed on 25th December and on 1st January
Last entry half hour before closing time.
Opening times are subject to variations: we advice to verify them by contacting the phone number reported in the "Contact" area.
Rules for visitors
People with disabilities: accessible.
Photos and videos: it is possible to take pictures and videos, for private use and not for gain, with any device without flash and support. Shooting with selfie stick is forbidden. Using shots and films for advertising, press or commercial purposes is allowed only upon authorization.
Pets: small animals are admitted inside the monument only if held in one's arms or transported in a pet carrier.
These are the foundations of an elegant Roman residence, outside of the city walls, some of the rooms are still recognisable, with the remains of the mosaic flooring and the traces of a heating system.
The archeological digs in the suburban villa in the Consolata region were followed in 1971 by construction works, bringing to light the majority of the ancient structures that are currently visible, further digs, during the mid 80's, extended our knowledge of the central part of the complex – the tetrastyle atrium with impluvium, tablinum -.
Situated in an area known for its significant traces of population prior to the foundation of Augusta Praetoria (25 B.C.), near a sub-hilly branch of the ancient road network towards Alpis Poenina – Gran S. Bernardo -, the villa is rectangular in shape, compact and with a predominance of residential style areas (pars urbana), reserved for the dominus and his guests, with respect to the service areas, the deposit areas and possibly, areas for processing agricultural products (pars rustica and fructuaria): the limited presence of these indicates a link with activities carried out in a fundus (land, estate).
Villa Romana
Regione Consolata
11100 AOSTA (AO)
Contact the tourist offices


text:
Ramovic wants more from his troops
News 24th Nov 2021
TS Galaxy FC has notched up back-to-back victories at Mbombela Stadium but Sead Ramovic wants more from his troops.
The Rockets swept past Swallows 1-0 and Baroka FC 2-1 in the past two matches at Mbombela.
Despite scoring three goals, keeping one clean sheet, and amassing six points at home, the German wants more from his players.
"I'm happy for the team. I'm happy for the club and of course for our supporters. But I was not happy about our game. We did well to score the first goal but after that, we started to be afraid. This is where we need to start to believe in ourselves. I believe we played good football in the last four games. Having said that though, I was impressed by how they defended. Everyone was fighting for each other. It is not easy to beat a team like Swallows. They have played a lot of draws and it is not easy to play against them," Ramovic explained.
The Rockets will now entertain Cape Town City at home on Saturday at 3.30 pm at Mbombela Stadium in the DSTV Premiership tussle.
"Yes, we won but we have to move on and analyze where we can improve as a team. We have to improve how we keep the ball. We don't have to play long balls. With long balls, we don't have chances of winning games. We have to stick to our ball possession philosophy. It needs time, I know. It is a process, the guys have been through a lot of negativity and all that. I'm happy that against Swallows they stuck as a team. They fought for each other. I'm happy for the club." Ramovic stated.
After 11 matches, the Rockets have collected eight points and still have 57 points to fight for in the season.
"We have to keep on fighting. The priority should be more on scoring a lot of goals in the coming matches and defending our goal should be secondary. We can score more goals and we will score more goals because we create chances." Ramovic concluded.
Mahlangu blessed to represent the Rockets
Galaxy fight back to share spoils with City


I will interviewing at A Kind Voice On Books this afternoon at 4pm Pacific. You will probably have to copy and paste the link to get it to work. I hope you can join me.
This is a free wheeling interview so I have no idea what questions they will ask. This is a first for me so it should be interesting.
They are thinking lichen planus on my hands and in my mouth which is another autoimmune disease. That explains why I kerp getting this weird stuff. Staph just grabbed an opportunity to get inside.
Last treatment for Crohn's was December 18th. Symptoms are bearable so no decisions will be made until I see a specialist for the other issue.
Lastly, and MOST excitedly is I am finishing up The Gathering of the Winds which I wrote AND illustrated. I love writing children's books. They are my passion.
Join me tonight if you can. Hopefully I will touch on all topics. AND Bella is doing remarkably well with one eye and so far the other eye is holding its own.
I really feel blessed today.


Savante's NEW scanning technology unlocks 3D forensic grade survey data using your existing video footage.
Is your asset damaged ? Take control, React faster - Build an accurate 3D digital twin from your current footage and start engineering your repair solution…. today.
…video and photographs only ALERT to a potential problem with your asset.
Perhaps the asset has to be shut in? Lost production.
Everything in this model is based on assumptions and a review of the video footage from a single ROV inspection project. Wasteful of time, resources and money, and choc-full of potential for miscommunication. How many inspection coordinators, drafts-persons, engineers at both ROV contractor, integrity management provider and and oil operator would you involve to get this far? How quickly can you respond?
This project took two weeks and seven office-based contractors as part of an investigation. That was before a repair solution was even designed: We solved it in forty five minutes. The ROV inspection contractor report was also proven to be anatomically INCORRECT and INACCURATE !!
Savante rapidly creates highly accurate, geometrically-correct 3D point clouds and models of whatever lies beneath the waves, using exactly the same video footage. Scroll down for examples of structural models.
Savante's disruptive 3D subsea scanning technology uses sparse and dense photogrammetry to solve your 4U problem.
Savante creates an accurate and digital-virtual representation of submerged structures using a cloud of precisely-determined 3D points (a "point cloud"). These point clouds are of photorealistic quality, offering full colour and immense resolution: essential to detect structural issues such as corrosion or deformation..
Billions of times faster than a diver.
Your data…. …our analytical abilities.
Once a subsea-scanned point cloud has been captured, it can be exported into any CAD package to which a wide spectrum of engineering computational tools, such as finite element analysis can be applied.
This is a critical Savante capability and proves useful in providing the necessary diligence and evidence to support cases for deferment or reducing the frequency of further inspection.
"3D Subsea scanning facilitates an accurate and early assessment; enabling key and correct repair decisions to be made EARLIER."
Savante operates the widest range of photogrammetry solutions and hardware. This ensures we can match the correct equipment to your measurement problem.
With software capabilities including SLAM, structure from motion, stereo-imaging, trinocular imaging and laser dynamic mapping you can be assured that we will provide you with the greatest balance of flexibility, cost effectiveness and reactivity in our response to your problems.
scalable technology means we can use the same equipment to survey close up for applications such as coating damage to full digital twins of entire platform jackets.
We can perform 4D analysis by comparing successive survey data sets and inspecting deviations and difference models.
Fully scaleable- 3D digital twins of small scale to complete structures.
Savante's hybrid of 3D subsea laser-scanning and photogrammetry techniques provides the best of resolution, repeatability and rate of data capture.
Fully Dynamic - measurement from moving platform, moving target.
3D SLAM scanning and SfM techniques enables the capture of a digital twin model even when both the ROV platform and target material are in motion. This is called the moving platform, moving target situation. We don't require motorised, encoded tripod stands or highly engineered mounting clamps to survey an area.
We recognise that it is uncommon for a chartered GVI ROV spread to be pro-actively equipped with the latest in high performance metrology tools such as our latest 3D subsea laser scanning systems. Traditionally, some indications may warrant the immediate suspension of production and attention of an entire integrity and subsea department to fully investigate, develop task plans and potentially repair solutions that accomodate a wide range of assumptions.
Savante's video technology eliminates the warm-up time needed to create an accurate response. Our 3D modelling capabilities side-steps the time and money wasted by the physical interpretation of video data and drafting of 3D models. We can also save the need to redeploy a survey vessel with additional hardware.
Trigger an immediate reaction - not all mobilisations are necessary.
We can use your existing video cameras to collect the datasets necessary to create a high resolution digital model of your asset. This avoids the logistics of transporting equipment and specialist personnel around the world to your worksite. This saves on bed-space, visas and costs and the vital delay to your schedules.
Savante can rapidly create a digital calibrated model of your camera system, accounting for lens distortions, refractive index of the seawater. Once this has been achieved all we can optimise the manner in which the ROV positions itself in order to collect the best quality 3D data.
Whilst we are confident that our tried and tested 3D video and photogrammetry solutions can meet your immediate inspection needs, there are often projects where photogrammetry solutions fail terribly or are otherwise not practicable. These include surveys in areas of poor visibility or where access to view an important feature is not possible.
operations in areas of turbid water where its not possible to cut down the range to the target, particularly where wellhead protective structures or perhaps within the structure of a jacket obstructs a work class ROV from getting in close.
obstructions which prevent the ROV from getting a range of photographs of an object from sufficient different viewpoints. Perhaps the indication has been discovered deep within the structure of a xmas tree, restricting views to only a narrow cone or angles.
In all these circumstances, remember that you are in the best of company and that Savante also offers the worlds widest range of subsea laser metrology, scanning, profiler, range-finder and image-scaling systems to do everything else.
We also supply 3D from live video camera systems using stereo imaging and trinocular imaging solutions. Take a look at our product range and see if your future inspection projects may benefit from hiring or purchasing of our offerings.
Sometimes it may be necessary to perform an investigation on an asset and it is impractical to send an ROV out to perform an inspection for reasons such as weather or non-availability of an inspection support vessel.
Alternatively an inspection may be triggered by the sudden failure of a similar component or system elsewhere and you may be looking to perform a diligent survey across your remaining infrastructure without having to mobilise a survey vessel.
Savante can work with legacy and archived video footage to create 3D digital models of your asset, sometimes going back many years to track the progression of an indication; whether simply monitoring the size of corrosion, a hole, a dent, a twist or wear and tear on a moving component.
Image mosaics and wide area surveys from your rotten old obsolete PAL - NTSC camera?
Situational awareness is not just about making 3D (or even 4D time resolved ) measurements. Our technology can also be used to provide a general overview of an area of concern using image mosaic technology. Individual frames of video footage or even a series of high resolution digital stills can be used to render plan and elevation views that cut through the limitations of poor visibility. The software retains the maximum useable data from within the field of view of your camera in each frame of video footage. Our mosaic technology does this for every frame, lifting the veil of fog created by poor visibility across your whole investigation site.
The mosaic below was created in filthy turbid waters using only a PAL video colour camera.
Concrete mattress used in a pipeline crossing construction.
Recover 3D structure from your video footage archives.
The image below also uses image mosaic technology to provide a general overview of the side an an FPSO.
Click on the image to see it in greater detail.
Savante's 3D photogrammetry software solutions can be used with video camera technology found on any ROV or diving spread to create full-colour, high-resolution 3D point cloud modelling in the underwater environment.
It also works with legacy, historical and archived footage; typically provided by a PAL or NTSC standard video camera. Whilst not ideal, our software can minimise measurement errors which are fundamentally generated using these outdated video standards. In fact; all of the models shown on this web-page were created from PAL sources with mm-level measurement accuracies.
Our key differentiator arises from our experience in ROV and saturation diving operations, combined with the fact that we wrote our software from scratch and can exploit the fundamental mathematics underpinning this technology to the fullest extent. It means we can tune, out-perform and survey all the difficult places others fail to reach.
Savante can often eliminate the requirement to mobilise additional personnel or hardware; saving our clients significant costs, eliminating logistics and enabling truly immediate responsive support.
No requirement for technicians or equipment to mobilise.


Anywho – gonna make this quick…I was going thru an old Paula Deen magazine and found this super simple Chicken, Black Bean and Corn Quesadillas. I'm always looking for easy and fast meals to make, cause – who has time nowadays. This is so easy – I stopped what I was doing to share.
Grill/sautee 2-3 pieces of chicken breasts in olive oil until fully cooked. (I used my grill cast iron pan cause I love grill marks on my chicken – personal preference). I should preface this by saying you should season your meat before cooking…I used salt, pepper, Tony Cacheres. I let the breast marinade in Mojo for a few minutes before cooking.
I came across this recipe a while ago as I was browsing thru The Pioneer Woman's blog, and I thought this was an interesting twist on chicken…and who doesn't look for new ways to make chicken!
This is one of those recipes that you will have to try REALLY hard to mess up…you will have to put aside about 30 minutes to prep the chicken – then you throw it in the oven – where the magic happens!
I made this for my family and I could not get enough compliments on it…so try it this weekend – you can thank me later….
NOTE: I am not in the running to win any photography awards NOR do I take time to make the dishes look pretty…I'm delivering the food photos raw – so don't be discouraged my photos…blame my low-grade iPad camera.
1. Add some vegetable oil to a pot (on the stove) and brown your stew beef…I usually make about 2 pounds so it can last a few days…some people flour their meat before browning – I just think that's an extra step that's not really necessary.


04.08.13 by Dorothy 16 comments on "All Toll Roads Lead to Staten Island"
16 Comments on "All Toll Roads Lead to Staten Island"
The reverse coloring, i.e. black for land masses and peach for water, makes it very difficult to recognize the landscape. I would suggest reversing the colors.
The Verrazano Narrows Bridge is $15. Your researchers did a poor job.
it only took 10 minutes to figure out what I was looking at, and I know the area well.
makes you wonder where all that money is going?
The toll for the Nenry Hudson Bridge is $3.75 each way, not $5. Actually less with EZ-Pass.
Correction: EZ-Pass toll on Henry Hudson is $2.44. Cash is not accepted. If you have no EZ-Pass, a photo is taken of your plate, and a bill for $5 is sent to your home.
The bridges of San Francisco Bay have tolls toward the City and not away. I used to sometimes go clockwise around the south end of the Bay for this reason.
Round-trip from D.C. to CT on I-95 and NJT costs about $65.00 in tolls, assuming you use the GW Bridge.
If the stated purpose is to show how to get out of NY by car why show the inbound toll for the GWB and not show that their is no toll outbound? Indeed it would be more useful to show how to leave NY toll free by emphasizing and labeling the white arrows and minimizing the blue.
Fire your graphic designer. This map is incomprehensible even to people who know the area. Fire your researcher/fact checker. The information is crazily erratic. Who pays for this??
You have to be low information not to understand the map if your acquainted with NYC. I've been away 45 years and immediately recognized the areas on the map.
Contrary to other comments, I didn't see any problems with the graphic design of this map. The colors are fine.
@outfitter – It's not rocket science: Bridges/tunnels with two-way tolls have two-way arrows. If an arrow is pointing one way, travel in the opposite direction is free. Since the GWB arrow only points in, you know that the trip out is free. But if you live in NYC and you leave, you'll eventually be returning, right? So it's helpful to people to know how much they'll have to pay to get back in. Having separate arrows for each direction would only make the map look more cluttered, and it might give the impression that there are two separate bridges.
@Susan – What's wrong with the facts on this map? As Dan noted two comments above yours, the tolls are correct for someone paying cash. The designer probably figured it's better go with the highest possible price (as people who don't leave NYC by car often likely don't have EZPass), rather than cluttering up the map with details about EZPass, tokens, Staten Island resident commuter rates, etc.
I don't live in NYC, but I've been there many times, and the map makes perfect sense to me. I'm glad Tietrack had a similar impression.
Seems like many people "visualize" NYC by the look of the official subway map, but fail to realize the subway map is not 100% geographically accurate. Although the general layout is correct (Manhattan is to the west, while Queens is to the east, and Brooklyn to the southeast), the subway map is primarily designed to clearly show where the lines and stations are… certain things have been stretched, compressed or otherwise altered simply for the convenience of the map designers to fit certain words in certain places.
I got it. Took a minute, but that's good! Like Luminosity… brain-games. Not exactly a PRETTY map, but functional and OK. In any case, the prices are ridiculously high all around. I remember when they only collected tolls to (supposedly) pay for the construction of the highway… or was that just an Urban Myth… or simply a big lie?
And as a side note, as originally promised when the bridges and tunnels were constructed, the tolls were only to exist until they were paid off, and then tolls would be reduced to levels equal to the cost of maintenance.
Instead, there have been no reductions, only increases, and 80% of revenue goes to subsidize buses and subways in the City.
And…. to fund the enormous salaries and benefits of those who run the Port Authority which is in charge of the bridges and tunnels.


US Air Force Security Police Shirt Made In America! Designed for the airmen of the United States Air Force. USAF tees! This custom US Air Force shirt was created at the request of their unit and USAF command. USAF shirts highly detailed and crafted exclusively by Vision-Strike-Wear.Com for our men and women in uniform. Military tees for US Air Force units, special operations squadrons, bomber shirts, Air Force fighter shirts, Air Force specialties and rank shirts, Air Force security shirts, Air Force Reserve and more.


We will give you the answer in the next section of this investigation.
Website Details: Cost: 10 credits will enable you to send 10 messages that will cost you £ 15,00 (£1,50 / message). 25 credits will enable you to send 25 messages that will cost you £ 35,00 (£1,40 / message).


text:
Q: Compose: running a container that exits I have a docker-compose.yml with postgres and a web app (ghost). I would like to run a container between postgres and ghost to initialize postgres, add a database and user permissions, and exit.
My database initialization code looks something like:
ghostdb:
  extends:
    file: ./compose/ghost.yml
    service: ghostdb
  links:
    - postgres
  volumes:
    - ./ghost-db/volumes/sql:/sql

Which in turn runs
#!/bin/bash
echo Importing SQL
until pg_isready -h postgres; do
    sleep 1
done

for f in /sql/*.sql; do
    echo Importing $f
    psql -h postgres -f $f
done

I know I can extend postgres to add this functionality, but I would rather separate these two concerns. So I have two questions:
Is there a preferable pattern for initializing a database? Is it possible to run a container that exits between postgres and ghost?
Full repository can be viewed here: https://github.com/devpaul/ghost-compose

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaStackExchange


If you or a loved one has a story you want to preserve but you're not up for writing it, get in touch. I'll listen to the story, present it in written form, add your photos — and produce a book. My background includes 17 years as a news writer and five years as a facilitator of memoir writing workshops.
If you're doing the writing but need help getting it together, I'd be happy to act as writing coach and editor.
My fee is $35 per hour but I can adjust my work time to meet your schedule and budget.