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Travel2020: Can you take it on a plane? Surprising things TSA will allow
Lark Gould Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementSnakes on a plane? Probably not on your plane but you might be surprised about what is traveling with you as you surmise the surfeit of sleeping passengers, kids focused on video games, couples looking out the window and others loading up to watch a downloaded film or two. Lobsters, lizards, soups, spices, maybe a car engine, camp stove, coffee maker or waffle iron … there are a lot of things that can travel on a plane these days, according to TSA.
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Building the ultimate Glock
Joshua Fry Recreation & LeisureFive or so years ago, two of my fellow law enforcement officers and I began our love affair with competitive shooting, specifically 3-gun. Being in law enforcement, we walked a tightrope of trying to keep our "race" equipment as close to our "real-world" equipment as possible while still chasing that last bit of competitive equipment edge. In this pursuit, I built what I would call the "ultimate" Glock to satisfy the best of both worlds and still be competitive in the 3-Gun world.
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A quick and definitive guide for mixing business, food and drinks
Catherine Iste Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementThe holidays are upon us. Among so many other challenges and festivities at work, it also means increased opportunities for blurred lines between business, eating and drinking. Here are a few simple rules to remember in some common situations. For example, even when they can feel like mandatory fun, group meals may be the simplest social scenario to understand and follow the rules. And rule No. 1 is follow the lead.
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New ammo gives hunters unprecedented options
John McAdams Recreation & LeisureIt wasn’t that long ago when hunters really only had two ammo choices: Remington or Winchester. However, we’ve come a long way in a short period of time and we now have a staggering number of choices when it comes to factory hunting ammo. The sheer number of options can make it tough to make a decision on which load to carry afield. Fortunately, the good news is that the major ammunition companies have made tremendous advances in bullet technology in recent years.
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Travel2020: Airlines wrangle with increasing obesity in the air
Lark Gould Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementGreater than 1 in 3 Americans are obese, according to the CDC. That means nearly 100 million U.S. adults are officially overweight and may be flying soon in a seat near you. Or you may be one of the many flyers these days who has to fit into a shrinking airline seat and manage yoga maneuvers to use the airline lavatory on a five-hour flight from New York to Los Angeles. Being that passenger, or the passenger next to that passenger, can become an uncomfortable predicament, yet there are few solutions in the offing that offer even the perception of management for this ongoing conundrum.
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Winnebago surprises with its Revel 4x4 camper van
Dave G. Houser Recreation & LeisureBest known for its larger motor homes, Winnebago has surprised the RV world with the introduction of its Revel 4x4 camper van — a Mercedes Benz Sprinter-based rig outfitted for rugged outdoor sport and camping trips. The Revel 4x4 is designed to take you and your bikes, skis, climbing equipment, backpacks or other gear out into the backcountry while giving you a comfortable retreat to rest those achy muscles and bed down for the night. Notable for its straightforward design and function-driven features, the Revel is powered by Mercedes’ 188-horsepower, six-cylinder turbo diesel engine.
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Ghosts, goblins and shotguns
Joshua Fry Recreation & LeisureThe best advice any new competition shooter can receive is to "be safe, and have fun." While being safe is something that will always be a part of a shooter’s mindset, sometimes along the way of chasing a higher classification, a match win or dwelling on a poor performance, the fun part can begin to slip through your grasp. Events like the 2018 Halloween Shotgun Match at the Phoenix Rod and Gun Club are a great opportunity to recapture that spirit of fun and camaraderie we have all grown to love about the shooting sports and remind us all of why we spend so much time, money and effort doing what we love.
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Travel2020: The long, strange road to cannabis comforts
Lark Gould Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementCBD, a hemp derivative emerging from recent restrictions in marijuana laws in the U.S. and Canada, is now showing up in spas, on health shop shelves, in foods, teas, and even lipsticks. A recent invitation to Glen Ivy Hot Springs in Corona, California, came with a chance to experience a CBD massage as an elixir added to a traditional Swedish massage and touted to take away any pains … and more. California, which legalized marijuana for recreational use in January, has been struggling to regulate an industry that has for years managed quite well on its own but is now getting scrutiny from agencies requiring studies, data and transparency.
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What to know about visiting Fredericksburg, Texas
Cindy Belt Recreation & LeisureThroughout the country, there are spots with great hiking, spots with great museums and historical sites, and spots with good food and drinks. The area around Fredericksburg, Texas, has all three and more. It is a great area to visit for a week or more. Places to see include the town of Fredericksburg, Enchanted Rock, various museums, LBJ National Historic Park, wineries, breweries and more.
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Top Veterans Day celebrations for 2018
Miranda Y. Brumbaugh Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityVeterans Day is the quintessential time to focus on honoring those who have sacrificed so much. It is the one day of the year when all veterans should be honored and remembered. If you are looking for a parade, a Flags Across America event, or other community activities, here are some of the most anticipated Veterans Day celebrations for 2018. For example, Auburn, Washington, is home to one of the largest parades for Veterans Day to be held anywhere. More than 6,000 parade participants, including 200 military units and over 30 high school marching bands will be in attendance.
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