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Winged Fighters

by: Peter Jay

This is a story or news article of an epic battle between two fierce commanders of the sky, the man-made airplane and the parakeet. Would man conquer nature or would he be overcome by it? For years, man has fought against nature, struggling through great natural disasters. Earthquakes have ravaged cities and countries. The sea, rivers, or lakes have risen over their borders to consume, unhindered, any creations of mankind. Volcanoes unstoppable powers have historically buried entire villages in magma and ash. What can save man from the devastation inflicted by nature? What can stand against the floods, the winds, and the fire of nature? Such is the setting of the man-made airplane versus nature�s parakeet.

At first glance, one would think the parakeet would not stand a chance against an airplane, even though it was a radio control airplane. What would lead the parakeet to attack it and destroy? How could such a small and seemingly harmless creature suddenly rise up and reap havoc on its environment. Obviously, then, one would think the airplane would win. It is made out of strong materials. Although it is small, it is still fifty times larger than the little parakeet. What chance would a tiny parakeet have against such a destructive and powerful machine? Perhaps, in this case mankind would overcome its nemesis � Nature.

The airplane model had already made a couple flights. It was struck down by nature twice, once a tree attacked it and tossed it down into the river below. Another time a tree grabbed it in its branches up high, and would not let it go without much struggle. Although the plane was damaged in both instances, it escaped the destructive grasp of nature, scathed, but able to fight on. Perhaps Mother Nature was seeking revenge against the model aircraft, because it failed to destroy it on it first attempts. Perhaps that is why the parakeets were sent.

The battle began when the plane and the parakeets were alone together. No one, not even the radio control model airplane suspected the attack. The attack was swift and merciless. It came without warning. The parakeets feasted on their prey for a long while after the kill. They ate the wings and the tail. The plane did not have a chance. The parakeets pecked its wings to pieces. They shredded it, particle of Styrofoam by particle of Styrofoam, until the model airplane would never fly again.

By the time any witnesses arrived, it was too late. The plane was dead, and its killers stood triumphantly, unscathed from the battle. Mother Nature had won again decisively and confidently won another battle against its weak and powerless opponent, man and his creations. Will man ever win indefinitely, or will he always be subject to forces of nature, tossed around in the whirl wind, attacked by parakeets? Is there no end? Is there no hope? With all of mankind�s advances, he is still devastated by the wind, the water, and the fire.

The moral of this story is to buy a stronger plane, one built out of something other than Styrofoam. A mahogany model airplane is a better bet. It might not fly, because it is not radio control, but at least it looks good. Wooden model airplanes look better than radio control airplanes. They are hand crafted and carefully designed. Parakeets cannot destroy them by pecking them as they did the weak Styrofoam plane. If you are going to get a winged fighter, one that can conquer, or at least not be conquered, by Mother Nature�s winged fighters, than you should invest in a wooden mahogany model aircraft. It will float in the water. It might be blown around in the wind, but could still survive. Sure, the fire could devour it, but, you could always fire coat it or something, or metal or stone plate it, whatever you want.

Peter Jay is the Owner/President and CEO of Variety Access � Your online hobby store and more. For more information about hobbies, hobby products, or Variety Access, go to VarietyAccess.com.

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Keys to Responsible Recreation in the BackCountry
by: Chuck Fitzgerald

Having a good time is pretty high on everyone�s to do list, especially when surrounded by awesome views and super-awesome friends. We hike, bike, climb, camp, raft, fish, hunt, four-wheel, sleep and eat � among other things � in the backcountry. If not done properly, that�s a lot of wear and tear on our natural resources. Responsible recreation ensures future outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors as you have. Without a recreation code of ethics, our backcountry would become a thing of the past. Here are some universally agreed upon keys for having a good time � the right way.

-Take only pictures, leave only footprints. If you carry it in, carry it out. This will eliminate litter.

-Protect water sources from contamination. Use bio-degradable soap, or try hot water soap-less dishwashing, bathing and clothes washing. When using soap (even bio-degradable) and toothpaste, dispose of the wastewater at least 100 feet away from natural water sources, well or faucet water sources.

-Be a good neighbor - control your noise and your pets. Always keep your dog on a leash no longer than 6 feet, and away from public swimming areas. Barking and not cleaning up after pets leads to many complaints from other outdoor enthusiasts. Do not leave pets unattended.

-Be respectful of the natural environment � keep the trees and shrubs alive and growing. Nails and wires should not be used on trees because they can cause serious damage to trees. Burn damage will permanently scar or kill a tree.

-When hiking or biking, stay on designated trails. This keeps damage to vegetation and erosion in one place.

-Before leaving your campsite, clean your fire pit and your campsite. Make it as clean as you would want it if you were arriving that day. The next user will appreciate it.

Leave-No-Trace, www.lnt.org, offers the following Principles for Outdoor Ethics: Plan Ahead and Prepare, Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces, Dispose of Waste Properly, Leave What You Find, Minimize Campfire Impacts, Respect Wildlife and Be Considerate of Other Visitors.

Here is the Tread Lightly!, www.treadlightly.org, pledge: Travel and recreate with minimum impact, Respect the environment and the rights of others, Educate yourself � plan and prepare before you go, Allow for future use of the outdoors � leave it better than you found it and Discover the rewards of responsible recreation.

Responsible recreation means having the common sense and the courtesy to enjoy the backcountry without spoiling someone else�s experience. Most outdoor enthusiasts understand this very well and spend a good deal of their time restoring, enhancing and conserving our backcountry. Have a good time when you�re outdoors, share these keys with your friends and use this information to Get It Right The First Time.

Get Outdoors!

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