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Not much new out of the Sydney SailGP Press Conference today…Welcome Diago Boutin to the table!

Presenting Rita’s new wrap (picture courtesy of SailGP).

It’s gonna be quite strange to see…

… the Emirates brand on the GreatBritain F50!

SO MANY RED & WHITE BOATS on the water that announcer Todd Harris is gonna get even more confused.

Great for the league and that team, in particular. They certainly don’t seem to have any problem finding sponsorships.

#competitive sailing #sail gp #FlyEmirates GreatBritish team #Rita has gone through more wrap jobs than any F50 in the entire league!#new wrap job for rita #EmiratesBritannia #EmiratesRita #sail gp season 3 #sail gp season 2022 2023 #sydney australia #sorry todd #todd has come a long way but the red boats continue to fuck him up in the live broadcasts

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Okay, I may only have time to drag the ice dancers' fashion missteps this weekend, we'll see, but if you haven't watched yet, it's all spoilers all the way down from here, so read on at your own risk lol.

Molly and Dmitre surprisingly have a lot of rights this season. Their programs suit them well, her romper is fabulous and fits her perfectly, and his simple outfit is what I was talking about with Evan - you don't need to overthinks this, it's enough. A really good outing for them, they're so cute, it's just that only the last 1/3 of their RD woke the audience up. The earrings and the cross AND the pink scrunchie are a bit much, though.

Emilea is a spectacular dancer and truly the Lia of ice dance, and she was the stronger partner here. The costumes, though - the bodice of hers was shoddily done, and his top looked like a Confederate flag coloring page. I hate all MJ programs except LaLa's and this one's no exception. This girl seems to be immune to Igor's coaching so far, so we'll see, she might actually survive.

I have a huge soft sport for Alicia and Paul, and not just because they're smoking hot. They have some of the rawest talent in the entire field, but unfortunately it's coupled with some major limitations. I know they've lost a lot of training time throughout their partnership, but their levels on step sequences aren't improving. What Paul gained in speed and power in Montreal he lost in the quality of his turns. The program has a lot of the pitfalls of a first-time choreographer, there's a lot of random pointing at the sky and just basic movement. A bit of a muted performance from them, but at least their butts didn't touch the ice, which in itself is a victory for them. I get what Tracy was saying when they debuted at the senior level about their lack of variety of movement. The costumes were unmemorable but fine and I liked her hair. He needs to figure out his facial hair, it unsettles me. MF's coat is atrocious.

W/L with the best program of the event and by far one of the best of the season. They understood the assignment. Their entire looks are a vibe, the costumes are amazing and I love her grey hair tips. We've seen them far stronger this season, a bit of a dodgy outing for them here. They do a bit of a complicated and confusing entry for what the lift ends up being. They and Romain with the aubergine coat take the best dressed title here, shame about the score.

This German team is consistently one of the worst dressed, which is why I can't hold it against them - they must not have other options. Solid attack as always but the music overpowers them while still somehow falling flat. She isn't pushing at all when they're skating in hold. I love their rotational lift but they've been doing it for years.

Pate/Bye might just be the most quintessential Igor team there ever was. While she was performing her little heart out, they were probably the most flat-footed team here. Their skating is so small and devoid of power. I liked the musicality of their final two elements, they were indeed placed exactly on the music. Her costume was decently made but the details get lost from a distance, and his was truly just a zip-up tracksuit top. I don't understand what the hair has to do with the theme, but it looks like neither do they.

The Brown babies looked truly effortless and in a just world they would've won this event. Just completely smooth sailing from them, incredibly consistent, flying across the ice but always in control, defined free legs and decent extension, I just literally have no notes aside from the non-costumes. Flawless unison and togetherness, just riding those edges like they stole them, and at a back-to-back GP too! The USFSA better put all their eggs in this basket for Salt Lake because they've been gestating some literal rocks.

I usually like Alli and Saul, but to me, they've been stuck in a creative rut recently and they're giving us stuff we've already seen from them, including the outfits. The costumes are really well-made and clearly thought out, but the pattern on her jacket turns into a blur and the tassels on his are a liability. Her hair is too long and distracting. Just an overall sluggish performance from them and like the Germans, they couldn't keep up with the music. A couple of cool moments in the programs but no real free leg to speak of and they spent a lot of time on two feet. I still like them, I just expected more of them.

Okay, I'm gonna preface this by saying that I'm prejudiced against Piper and Paul because I can't stand their personalities, which is why I'm glad their program and costumes are horrendous, thereby justifying my dislike and further proving that I have impeccable taste. This program makes about as much sense as an out gay man skating with a registered Republican, but here we are. The mismatch of the outfits is so stark, it's as if she's a piñata and he's just the stick it's suspended from. I guess she couldn't decide if she wanted to be a peacock or a beetle, so she went with both. The leggings are too tight and an awkward length, so they shorten her. The boatneck blouse (and we know how I feel about those) with sleeves that just end randomly over a training bra is just a hot fucking mess, the stones make her boobs look uneven, and I'm pretty sure Scott wore his costume for the SD at the 2014 Nationals. But what was even worse than the clothes was the program and skating. Such stiff backs, such locked hips, such lack of extension, such small skating - take your pick! They're such awkward movers, I don't understand how they ended up in this discipline. When they threw themselves onto the ice, I wished they hadn't gotten up to continue this torture. And was her hair done by Hello Kells? Because it looked like one of her unintentionally messy buns. Their posture was awful and her position in the lift as ugly as the earrings that are a completely different green from the rest of her outfit. They'll get run over by the tricked-out garbage truck that is Bock again this year and they'll deserve it. There are literally only 2 good programs between the top 5 teams this year - the Canadanes' RD and the Italians' FD.

Speaking of teams that haven't given us anything new in years - Lilah and Lewis. Sigh. The music is a bop but overdone and the shameless rhythm violation that they refuse to correct and continue to not be penalized for feels like a slap in the face of all the other teams that made an honest effort. I'm pretty sure Steve Angello wasn't dropping tracks as a baby. In fact, I checked, and this mix came out in 2004, so what gives, ISU? What's the point of assigning a theme if you aren't going to enforce it, you frauds? F/G did this thing again where he literally lifts her and positions her on the correct edge because it's the only way she can hit one. And the grabbing of the ponytail on the "keep your head up" lyrics - an abomination. The costumes are hot but they can't make up for what's becoming a shameless display of privilege at this point. I think Lewis would've looked better either in a vest or just if the jacket wasn't so sharply cut off at the bottom. I just want to split them up and put Lewis with Olivia and her with Tim, could you imagine? Perfect matches. The sparkly pink mesh gloves are a vibe, though, I'll give them that, but I definitely wouldn't give them a score in the fucking 80s because not even their music is.

We'll see if I'll bother with the other disciplines today, it'll depend on whether they decided to werk or quiet-quit. Hope you had a lovely date!

"She's a piñata and he's just the stick it's suspended from" took me the fuck OUT Fashionista Nonny, oh my god that was so funny. I laughed so hard I started coughing.

A pleasure to read you amazing opinions as always, thank you for sharing!

#konner talks skating #fashionista nonny

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kevinszabojrplumbing · 3 months

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Tips for Enjoying Outdoor Spaces With Confidence

The beauties of mother nature are limitless in every sense as the opportunities for adventure, unwinding and holistic reenergizing are never ending. Some places outdoors to explore are nature trails, parks and other densely populated city areas, this can be fun for others while hard as well for others. If you ever feel uneasy or fearful of going into the wild, here is some tips would help during outdoor activities.

Tip 1: Do Your Research

Research is key before scheduling a trip to nature trail or park. You need to know about the trail conditions, look at weather condition and whatever warnings or closures that may there be. Knowledge of the terrain and what lies ahead will help you psych yourself up both mentally as well physically. Furthermore, learning the best roads and likely dangers will make your adventure safer as well more entertaining.

Tip 2: Start Small and Slow

For the amateurs and new people to outdoor activity, they need to do it a gradual manner. Pick an easy trail and then take it a further with each time you go out. You also have the option of going for guided hikes or joining a hiking group to be more accustomed with spaces outdoor and learn from established fellow team.

Tip 3: Be Prepared and Pack Smart

It is necessary to have the right gear and supplies when going out into nature since this will guarantee one’s safety as well comfort. You should wear the right clothes and shoes depending on where you go, what kind of weather is it outside. Pack necessities like water, snacks a first-aid kit a map or GPS device and whistle. In addition, do not forget a charged phone and a backup portable charger to help you out in case of emergencies. It is better to be prepared beforehand so as you can feel confident and enjoy nature at its best.

Staying Safe in Parks

Parks are not only pleasant places to be in nature but also serve many recreational activities such as picnics, or bird watching and even outdoor sports. below are some tips that should remember.

Tip 1: Respect the Rules and Signs

All parks are regulated and have their regulations to ensure safety for the visitors, hence park is concerned about people and environment in it. Prior to entry, the signs and warnings posted should be read thoroughly. Such signs may be trail markers, animal crossing signs, areas closed for restoration etc. At the same time, ignoring these symptoms puts you and others in risk while affecting the park’s ecosystem.

Tip 2: Be Aware of Your Surroundings

One should keep his or her eyes open and necessary attention focused on all the time while visiting parks. Pay your attention to dangerous areas which can be sharp and steep edges, loose rocks on the pathways or trails as well slippery ones it is recommended looking for such hazards before setting out. Be careful around animals; do not get too close. Secondly, follow the prescribed routes and keep away from going off-road so as not to interfere with natural habitats.

Best Time of Day to Visit Parks

The most appropriate period to visit parks relies solely and thoroughly on personal preferences, which firmly depend largely on the activities you intend to take part in during your stay at the park.

Tip 1: Avoid Busy Times

Weekends, holidays and the vacation months tend to be rather busy in parks. However, if you would like it to be quieter and in less congregated spaces opt for the week days or off-peak seasons. If you don’t want to deal with the crowds, then sunrise and sunset hikes are also an option.

Tip 2: Check Weather and Seasonal Patterns

The visit to a park may be seriously influenced by weather and seasonal fluctuations. Some activities like sailing or boating, are much more pleasant in the summer months while others such as skiing and snowshoe should be done in winter. Moreover, look up the weather forecast in advance so not to get caught unprepared by sudden storms or severe cold.

Enjoy the Outdoors with Confidence

Nature awaited you, and with these tips in mind doing this will be at ease. Never forget to do your research, start small, pack smart and be cautious. Consider these points while you plan to enjoy the great outdoors.

Happy exploring!

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FP1: Sainz heads Verstappen in opening Hungarian Grand Prix practice

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like-the-cut-of-your-jib · 1 year

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Alright, alright.

Can anyone tell me why the heck on Friday January 13th, 2023, the Singapore newspaper, The Straits Times, used this particular photo of Pete and Blair to accompany an article about Pete as the helm of the NZ Sail GP team?

This photo is 10 years outta date, and there are literally thousands of more current photos of them, together and separately, on line since they were both on Team Korea. What they couldn’t find any non-copyrighted images to use since then? Please.

Is this some sort of Asian solidarity photo pact among the “free” press?

Anyway, glad the Straits Times thinks that they remain couple goals!

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I like P/C and I also like Konner's account of their rise LOL. The power vacuum in Ice Dance after 2014 is a good point, there was a massive one and I think it's not P/C's fault that stars aligned for them and they took the opportunity. I do agree that they are complacent which makes them ill-prepared for V/M comeback. It's also notable that 2 of their WC titles came in seasons where they compete part time (2016, 2019). They were not around as much as I thought they were for a dominant team.

I don’t think anyone necessarily blames P/C for their rise. I think for the most part skating fans try not to blame skaters for their federation/coaches politicking and judges doing a sh*tty job judging them. Everything @macaroni-rascal wrote was so on point and she truly managed to analyze the situation accurately (and as unbiased as possible), between Didier’s insanely strong push for them after P/B missed the Sochi podium to Gadbois giving them a glamover to the massive void TS and D/W left behind them to the rest of the teams being so vanilla that the judges just couldn't get behind any of them (which is very apparent when you see how teams like WeaPo and Chock/Bates started the 2015-2018 quad and how they finished it). Then came P/C with a shiny new packaging and skating style that for the time seemed innovative and the rest is history.

And as you correctly said, P/C’s easy ride to the top is ironically what mostly cost them the Olympic title everyone thought was theirs until TS made their comeback, they were just completely unprepared to face real strong competition and it completely threw them off. Their Worlds wins were as easy as they come, they won 2015 Worlds by 3 points (but won the FD by 6), they won 2016 worlds by 6 points and basically sailed their way through titles, then TS came back and they lost to them by 9 points in their first face-off...

For me, the biggest issue is the way P/C rose between 2014 and 2015. I wrote about it before, but the fact that their score went up by more than 43 (!!!!) points between 2014 Worlds and 2015 Worlds is something that there’s no real way to explain. Even if we ignore everything else, to suggest that they improved in a way that can somehow explain this score gap is laughable imo and it becomes even more so when you look at their PCS - going from 27.33 to 36.66 in the SD and from 41.31 to 56.70 in the FD is just unthinkable.

I still remember in PyeongChang how P/C stans talked about TS FD score improving by 3 points between the team event and the individual event and how it doesn't make sense. This goes to show exactly how little people looked at the score since in those 3 points - 1.5 points came from getting level 4 and not 3 on a step sequence (remember those e good old days when levels actually mattered? The nostalgia...) and the rest in GOE and PCS. And this was somehow “weird” while a 24.72 points increase in PCS alone within a year (which means 2 GP events, GPF, and Euros) is logical... This is what ice dance is all about.

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Tips for Enjoying Outdoor Spaces With Confidence

The beauties of mother nature are limitless in every sense as the opportunities for adventure, unwinding and holistic reenergizing are never ending. Some places outdoors to explore are nature trails, parks and other densely populated city areas, this can be fun for others while hard as well for others. If you ever feel uneasy or fearful of going into the wild, here is some tips would help during outdoor activities.

Tip 1: Do Your Research

Research is key before scheduling a trip to nature trail or park. You need to know about the trail conditions, look at weather condition and whatever warnings or closures that may there be. Knowledge of the terrain and what lies ahead will help you psych yourself up both mentally as well physically. Furthermore, learning the best roads and likely dangers will make your adventure safer as well more entertaining.

Tip 2: Start Small and Slow

For the amateurs and new people to outdoor activity, they need to do it a gradual manner. Pick an easy trail and then take it a further with each time you go out. You also have the option of going for guided hikes or joining a hiking group to be more accustomed with spaces outdoor and learn from established fellow team.

Tip 3: Be Prepared and Pack Smart

It is necessary to have the right gear and supplies when going out into nature since this will guarantee one’s safety as well comfort. You should wear the right clothes and shoes depending on where you go, what kind of weather is it outside. Pack necessities like water, snacks a first-aid kit a map or GPS device and whistle. In addition, do not forget a charged phone and a backup portable charger to help you out in case of emergencies. It is better to be prepared beforehand so as you can feel confident and enjoy nature at its best.

Staying Safe in Parks

Parks are not only pleasant places to be in nature but also serve many recreational activities such as picnics, or bird watching and even outdoor sports. below are some tips that should remember.

Tip 1: Respect the Rules and Signs

All parks are regulated and have their regulations to ensure safety for the visitors, hence park is concerned about people and environment in it. Prior to entry, the signs and warnings posted should be read thoroughly. Such signs may be trail markers, animal crossing signs, areas closed for restoration etc. At the same time, ignoring these symptoms puts you and others in risk while affecting the park’s ecosystem.

Tip 2: Be Aware of Your Surroundings

One should keep his or her eyes open and necessary attention focused on all the time while visiting parks. Pay your attention to dangerous areas which can be sharp and steep edges, loose rocks on the pathways or trails as well slippery ones it is recommended looking for such hazards before setting out. Be careful around animals; do not get too close. Secondly, follow the prescribed routes and keep away from going off-road so as not to interfere with natural habitats.

Best Time of Day to Visit Parks

The most appropriate period to visit parks relies solely and thoroughly on personal preferences, which firmly depend largely on the activities you intend to take part in during your stay at the park.

Tip 1: Avoid Busy Times

Weekends, holidays and the vacation months tend to be rather busy in parks. However, if you would like it to be quieter and in less congregated spaces opt for the week days or off-peak seasons. If you don’t want to deal with the crowds, then sunrise and sunset hikes are also an option.

Tip 2: Check Weather and Seasonal Patterns

The visit to a park may be seriously influenced by weather and seasonal fluctuations. Some activities like sailing or boating, are much more pleasant in the summer months while others such as skiing and snowshoe should be done in winter. Moreover, look up the weather forecast in advance so not to get caught unprepared by sudden storms or severe cold.

Enjoy the Outdoors with Confidence

Nature awaited you, and with these tips in mind doing this will be at ease. Never forget to do your research, start small, pack smart and be cautious. Consider these points while you plan to enjoy the great outdoors.

Happy exploring!

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your selfsim picture:

stories or gameplay, builds, lookbooks, edits or cc: I do stories most of all, but also like regular gameplay, my stories will for a very large part be game-driven, and from time to time ill post some builds. ive done a lookbook too. basically the only thing that wont have too much of a focus on my blog, despite my using it, is cc

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your favorite season: winter

your favorite holiday: talk like a pirate day!

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the size of your mods folder: 2.77 GB

your 3 favorite mods: mc command center, npc control, and personality please (links) are the three mods i absolutely couldn’t play without

your interests (other than sims): writing, dancing, creating (i love things like character creation), horse riding & anything involving animals, really.

your favorite sim (picture if possible): this is actually incredibly difficult for me cause im not sure i have 1 favorite. a lot of sims of mine will always hold a special place in my heart. my favorite sim to play fluctuates a lot... but god, if i had to choose any favorite sim whom i really completely made through sims and who was not a non-sims character already precious to me turned into a sims character.... itd probably be tika. hes an asshole but man, do i just love him and especially his story.

which Sims games you have played (including mobile games): the sims 1, 2 and 4

propose a crazy scheme: the sims community actually coming up with some GOOD sims 4 qualities for once

best part of simblr: the amazing people I got to meet on here!

worst part of simblr: hmm... though i feel its much much less toxic than places like youtube or even the official forums, there is still some negativity here sometimes

what other games you play: im kind of a noob with other games, honestly. I used to play a whooole bunch of horse-related games (am a total horse girl), and I played the battle for middle earth (also looove me some LOTR). used to go to my childhood best friend's house to steal her brother's xbox and play gta iv on it, and I bought gta v for myself but sadly, I suck too bad at games to actually progress any with it

other websites or accounts (origin, twitter etc..): im on wordpress (here). i also mod a sims-based, lgbtq+ discord server called simsclub

are you single: very happily so, yes.

im tagging @wesunnysimmer, @nyteroseshadowthorn, @amuhav, @chaosxsims, @silverspringsimmer, @polishsimmersblog and well, uh... basically anyone that wants to do this! feel absolutely free to ignore this if you dont want to.

#simmer - get to know #non-sims but also not really

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Simmer, Get To Know

I was tagged by @starter-flowers for this little challenge.

Your name: Stephanie/Stef/Steffi but I prefer Missy on here. 😊

Languages you speak: English and a reasonable amount of French and Spanish. Also the odd word of Italian and Russian but nothing to get me by. ✈️

Are you a mermaid: No but I swim like a fish and I have long hair. Does that count? I stay underwater for quite a while! As proved when I used to go sailing! 🧜‍♀️

Your playstyle: Gameplay! I do also build and work in CAS. Sort of a Jack-of-all-Trades really. 🖥️

Your selfsim picture:

Stories or gameplay, builds, lookbooks, edits or cc: Gameplay and Builds, mostly. 🖥️

Your favourite age state: Mostly teens, children and toddlers. 👶

Your favourite season: Summer! 🌞

Your favourite holiday: Christmas 🎄

How was your day: Eh, so-so. 😓

Your favourite career: Hmm...Got to be the Actor career! 🎬

Your favourite aspiration: Super Parent! 👪

Your favourite ep, sp or gp: You ask difficult questions! Okay, Expansion: Get Together. 👌 Stuff Pack: Toddler Stuff/Kids Room Stuff. 👶 Game Pack: Parenthood 👪

How old is your simblr: It will be 7 in May, apparently. 🎂

Have you woohooed: My simself? Yes, plenty of times! 🤐

Your favourite skill: Ooh, that’s a tough one. I think it would have to be a combination of Programming, Acting, Flower Arranging and Gardening. But to be honest, I love almost all of them. 💖

The size of your mods folder: 51.0 MB 💖

Your 3 favourite mods: Hmm. Probably Sacrificial’s Passionate Romance (With the Slow Dance and Romantice Skygaze mods. I’m going to cheat and put these together as one mod); Sacrificial’s Road To Fame and finally, sims4me’s More Toddlers At Parks. 💖

Your interests (other than sims): Modding, Writing and Reading mostly. Although I’ve got a variety of sports I enjoy. 📚

Your favourite sim (picture if possible): My favourites change depending upon my gameplay. Right now, it’s probably Javon and Isabella Edge from my latest save:

Which sims games you have played (including mobile games): Sims 1 (Base Game only. I do have some of the packs but I can’t make them work on Windows 10 at the moment); Sims 2; Sims Life Stories; Sims 3; Sims 4 and Sims Medieval. I did also play Sim Social when I was on Facebook many eons ago. I’ve also played SimCity 4. 🎮

Propose a crazy scheme: ABOLISH THE MONARCHY! (I’m English, does this explain my scheme?) 👑

Best part of simblr: The friends I’ve made here. Some of them have been a lifeline over the past couple of difficult years. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👧

Worst part of simblr: The expectation for content. All. The. Time. 😤

What other games you play: Planet Coaster, Planet Zoo, Cities Skylines, Guild 2, Guild 3, AOE 1 and 2, Stronghold 2 and plenty of others. I have 25 games in my Steam Library. 🎮

Other websites or accounts (origin, twitter etc..): My Twitter: MissyHissySims3; MissyHissy’s Job Centre; The Job Centre Forum; The Daily Plumbob 🤪

I want to tag: Anyone who hasn’t already done this.

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boemarine786 · 4 years

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foiling-cats-and-more · 5 years

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SAILGP New York 2019 – Japan takes first ever SailGP event win in New York In front of fan-lined shores, Japan beat Australia to sit atop the leaderboard by one point NEW YORK – June 22, 2019 – In front of large crowds lining the waterfront in downtown Manhattan, the Japan SailGP Team – helmed by double Olympic medalist Nathan Outteridge – beat off strong competition from Tom Slingsby’s Australia SailGP Team to win its first event in the inaugural SailGP season. An intense final match race took place between the two notorious rivals on the Hudson River racecourse, which saw drama before the start as the high-powered F50s, capable of intense speeds, made contact. A penalty to Australia saw Japan eventually get the better of the season’s leaders and take the victory in New York. “Here we knew it would be a challenge and what I am really proud about is that our whole team focused every single step of the way,” said Outteridge. “I am relieved because we really needed a win, we deserved to win, and I am proud of everyone’s effort. The Aussies are, without a doubt, the team to beat, and I think now we are starting to even out the playing field and can’t wait until Cowes.” New York’s urban landscape provided an extra challenge for the world-class athletes this week as they battled shifting breezes and varied wind speeds on a smaller, more challenging racecourse. Boat handling and maneuvering on the foils was significantly more of a factor than ever before as the boats flew around the Hudson at the fastest speeds yet seen on SailGP, with the Australia team hitting a top speed of 48.69 knots (nearly 60 mph). It was the superior adaptability of the Japanese team that won the event on the Hudson. “It was tough conditions, but the Japan team was better. They’ve been better than us the last two days, and they deserve the win,” said Slingsby. “The way this sport has gone, and the way Nathan and my careers have gone has been amazing, and we’re so happy to be here racing each other; unfortunately, it’s on different teams, but it also makes it more fun.” The United States SailGP Team, led by Rome Kirby, gave the estimated 30,000 people lining the shore a reason to cheer when they crossed the finish line first in race five. Scoring its first ever SailGP win on home turf was a special moment for the United States SailGP Team, and a move that placed the crew third overall at the event. “The boys were pretty fired up to go racing today, and it showed,” said Kirby. “To win a race is awesome but we want to win events. But we’re happy to be on the podium, and it was awesome to see the crowd out there.” Only one point separates Japan and Australia on the Season 1 leaderboard, but now four teams have proved they are capable of winning races, putting the pressure on for the next event in Cowes. One team that will be looking forward to racing in Cowes is the Great Britain SailGP Team, which suffered a capsize on the Hudson that significantly damaged its wingsail. The British will be eager for redemption in front of their hometown crowd at the first European event of SailGP’s inaugural season. “It’s been a disappointing weekend all in all for us – we learned a lot from our capsize yesterday, and I’m proud as a team of how we came back after that setback,” said helmsman Dylan Fletcher. SailGP’s next stop is Cowes, UK, over the weekend of August 10-11, when the home of British sailing will be able to witness the intense racing and awe-inspiring speeds of the F50s. New York SailGP Results 1 // Japan // 49pts 2 // Australia // 45pts 3 // United States // 37pts 4 // China // 33pts 5 // France // 32pts 6 // Great Britain // 27pts

Sail GP NY

All photos and text from www.catsailingnews.com

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BOTTLENOSE DOLPHINS RESEARCH INTERNSHIP IN ITALY

DEADLINE 15TH OF JULY

WHERE:

Imperia, Italy

WHEN:

September-October-November

Minimum required: 30 days

Number of interns per month: 2/3

About The project

The dolphin research project ?Delfini del Ponente?

http://delfinidelponente.costabalenae.it/ is the first project focused on

monitoring bottlenose dolphins in the Western Ligurian Sea. Due to the

morphology of the seafloor, this area is not a usual habitat for this

species and historically, sightings have been more rare and sporadic than

in the Levantine side of the region. The continental shelf is, in fact,

very short and high depths (around 2000 m) are reached quite close to the

shore making the area suitable for other cetacean species but not for

bottlenose dolphins, which tend to remain in waters with a depth not

exceeding 200 m. Despite this knowledge of the range of the species, an

interesting change has been noted in recent years in the area. Reports of

bottlenose dolphins by others research groups, fishermen and whale watching

vessels are almost tripled compared to previous seasons. Therefore, the

project aims to monitor bottlenose dolphins in the region to understand the

extent of this change and what drove it. It is structured on an annual

basis, in order to obtain data not only on the distribution during the

summer, but also changes during the different seasons.

During the dedicated survey, data on marine birds ( Gannets, Shearwaters,

Terns .. ), fish species and turtles are collected.

Programme: Interns are invited to assist the biologists of Costa Balenae in

different activities:

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participation in field research activities in the Pelagos Sanctuary

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monitoring the presence and distribution of the bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops

truncatus) during dedicated surveys (10-12 per month)

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environmental and ecological data collection regarding the species

inhabiting the Ligurian Sea (cetaceans, fishes, seabirds ..)

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transcription of data collected at sea, database updating

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photo-identification and matching of bottlenose dolphin photos

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opportunistic surveys

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land-based surveys

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lessons and training about cetacean ecology, biology and the most

important research techniques used

The internship is a great opportunity for anyone keen to start a career in

cetacean research or simply willing to acquire fieldwork and data

processing skills. This experience will give you the chance to work in the

Pelagos Sanctuary and enjoy its unique marine biodiversity as well as

traveling and exploring the beautiful Liguria region. Thanks to this

internship you will support cetacean research and conservation in one of

the most crowded and busy areas of the Mediterranean Sea.

Fieldwork will be made in coastal waters (Western Ligurian Sea). Surveys

will be conducted onboard dedicated vessels (5-6 m inflatable boat) around

10 times per month. Training will focus on collecting photo for photo-ID

purposes, environmental, geographical (GPS) and dolphins' behavioural data.

During fieldwork, participants will gain first-hand experience in

collecting data on cetaceans, seabirds and other marine fauna. Interns will

improve their skills on cetaceans boat-based surveys as well as on the use

of the photo-ID technique. Surveys are weather dependent and they can

change during the period. Interns will be busy 5 days a week, 6-8

hours/day (depending on fieldwork or labwork). During their free time,

interns will have the opportunity to experience all sorts of activities:

swimming, diving, hiking, exploring historical sites, visit museums,

sailing.

Skills/qualification:

? Minimum age of 18

? Prior experience in cetaceans or boat-based surveys is preferred but not

required,

? Degree or on-going studies in biology, natural science, veterinary or

similar (preferred)

? Strong motivation and interest in cetaceans and research

? Speak, read and write in fluent English

? Be adaptable as fieldwork is weather dependent

? Be prepared to spend many hours on a small zodiac (5-6 m) and under the

sun or in harsh conditions

. Be prepared to spend long days in an office environment in cause of bad

weather

? Be sociable and willing as they are expected to live and work in an

international team

Internship fee

Delfini del Ponente is a self-funded research project, so participation in

this programme requires a tuition fee. Fee includes the accommodation in an

apartment in Imperia, tuition and all associated field costs during the

internship period (use of research vessel, training, use of equipment,

field trips). Transportation expenses to and from Imperia (Italy), own

insurances, and food costs during the stay are not included in the fee.

Information about Costa Balenae

Costa Balenae is a cooperative organization founded by a group of

biologists and naturalists with twenty years of experience in the fields of

scientific research, environmental education, territorial development, and

sustainable tourism. The passion for nature, its conservation and the

development of commercial tourism activities that make knowledge, awareness

and sustainability a point of strong entrepreneurial imprinting are the

main characteristics of the cooperative.

http://delfinidelponente.costabalenae.it/

How to apply:

Send your CV with a letter of interest (please indicate the preferred

period, date of arrival and departure) to [email protected] addressed to

Elena Fontanesi and Davide Ascheri no longer than the 15th of July.

For any further enquiry and detail, please send an email to

[email protected]

#cetaceans #whales #dolphins #internships

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