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Triple Falls, DuPont State Forest, NC

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High Falls DuPont State Forest Asheville, NC Feb. 22, 2023

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Falling Into Fall

Every year at this time I get a bit verklempt at the signs of fall. Don’t get me wrong – I love the cooler weather and the change of seasons but frankly I am never quite ready for it. As Chris and I took a nice long hike on Sunday I saw many signs that I had better get on board with fall because it is coming. And coming fast. . Fawn Lake . . . Lake Julia . . . . . . . The paths were…

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Did you know the Vanderbilt and Cecil families owned Ashville?

The Vanderbilt family, specifically the descendants of George Washington Vanderbilt II, have a long-standing connection to Asheville, North Carolina. George Vanderbilt built the Biltmore Estate, a 250-room chateau-style mansion, in the late 1800s. The estate, located in Asheville, was his summer home and a testament to his love for the city and its natural beauty.

The Cecil Family's Involvement

The Vanderbilt family's connection to Asheville continued through the generations. In 1924, George Vanderbilt's daughter, Cornelia Stuyvesant Vanderbilt, married John Francis Amherst Cecil, and the couple had two children. Their son, William Amherst Vanderbilt Cecil Jr., is the current president and CEO of The Biltmore Company, which owns and operates the Biltmore Estate.

The Company's Evolution

In 1999, The Biltmore Company formed a new business group, which expanded the estate's operations beyond tourism and hospitality. Today, the company is a privately held corporation, still owned by the Cecil family, and employs over 2,400 people in Western North Carolina.

Asheville's Economic Impact

The Biltmore Estate and its affiliated businesses have a significant economic impact on Asheville and the surrounding region. The estate attracts millions of visitors each year, generating revenue for local businesses, hotels, and restaurants. The company's agricultural and forestry operations also contribute to the local economy.

In Summary

While the DuPont family is not directly involved in owning Asheville, NC, the Vanderbilt family, specifically the Cecil family, has a long and storied connection to the city through the Biltmore Estate. The estate's ownership and operations remain in the hands of the Cecil family, who continue to preserve and promote Asheville's natural beauty and cultural heritage.

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DuPont State Forest, made famous as the setting for the movies The Hunger Games and The Last of the Mohicans, is home to amazing waterfalls, mountain lakes and hiking trails. DuPont State Forest is located in Western North Carolina near the South Carolina state line, and is less than an hour drive (40 miles) south of Asheville.

Curious has anyone looked at NC governor Roy cooper's political investments from the Vanderbilt family? Cecil family? Or Dupont family? He's working in the heart of their investments...

Interesting this article coming up with the lieutenant gov is criticizing his efforts with the after math of hurricane Helene...

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NOTHING will be left unknown, EVERYTHING will be revealed and NOTHING will be hidden and remain a secret. 🤔

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Covered bridge in DuPont State Forest, North Carolina, USA

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In the 1920s, businessmen like W.R. Hearst and William DuPont were threatened by Hemp, because they had a vested interest in the use of wood to produce paper. W.R. Hearst, who was in the newspaper business, owned forest acreage which was used to produce paper.Feb 8, 2024

Did you know the United States Declaration of Independence was drafted on Hemp paper? If so, why was Hemp banned in the USA in 1937?

The Marihuana Tax Act of 1937 banned Hemp production in the United States for 2 reasons

Economic competition with Cotton, Timber and Synthetic Plastics

1930’s anti-hemp propaganda caused a moral panic, persuading Americans to believe Hemp and Marijuana were the same and would both lower the moral values of American culture. The Farm Bill of 2018 lifted the ban on Hemp.

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Where have all the B’s gone?

We all know what happened to the Bison, but what is happening to B’s like Birds, BatsandHoneyBees, and to Bugs such as Butterflies and Beetles. And, what is happening to our own Bodies and Brains?

The National Library of Medicine asserts that Bees are key indicators of a healthy environment. Bees pollinate 80% of flowering plants, fruits and vegetables, produce honey and make antimicrobial properties used in traditional medicine. According to National Geographic, we have lost 25% of Bee species worldwide since the 1990’s alone.

Pesticides, habitat loss, pollution, chemical fertilizers, insecticides, disease, parasites, monoculture agriculture, changing weather patterns, and the ever-growing list of Chemical Cocktails are to blame. Pesticides lower Bees’ immune systems, thus weakening the hive and leaving it open to parasitic infection. The Eden Project states that since WWII the country of Britain has lost 97% of their wildflower meadows, leaving Bees with little natural habitat.

According to Greenpeace, the number of Bee colonies per hectare has declined by 90% since 1962. Wild Bee habitats shrink every year as agribusiness converts grasslands and forests into monoculture farms. As a result, biologists have found more than 150 different chemical residues in Bee pollen. And, like tobacco companies who for years ignored the damning carcinogenic studies, present day chemical companies like Bayer, Syngenta, BASF, Dow, DuPont and Monsanto shrug their shoulders at the problem and advocate no change in their toxic chemical policies. After all, selling poison is extremely profitable.

Across the globe, Bug populations in general are in decline. According to PNAS, a meta-analysis of 16 studies concluded that Bug populations have declined by 45% in the last 40 years. According to a study in the Journal of Biological Conservation, 40% of all Bug species are threatened by extinction and fading from places where they were once abundant. The accumulating evidence in ongoing scientific studies is now well beyond disturbing.

Birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish eat Bugs and are dramatically impacted by toxic chemicals. Bats feast primarily on Bugs and in places their decline is up to 90%. According to the National Park Service, Bats save U.S. agriculture $3 billion a year by eating Bugs naturally. Butterflies and moths have also declined some 58% on farmland. Beetles, which break down manure in pastures, are also in decline. Stanford University maintains that such cascading effects have already been witnessed in Puerto Rico, where a recent study revealed a 98% decline in ground insects over 35 years.

Unfortunately, this devastating chain reaction does not stop there. The CDC claims that humans are also heavily affected by this proliferation of chemical toxins. Cancer, strokes, diabetes, ADHD, and a multitude of mystery illnesses are on the increase. Forbes states that 170 million Americans could be living with one or more chronic conditions by 2030. An analysis published in the Journal of Biological Conservation blames unwarranted chemical use as one of the main drivers.

Humanity needs to WAKE UP! We MUST consider our children. We MUST CHANGE the way we produce food. We MUST eliminate agrochemicals, insist on organic food and support organic farmers. We can all help put an end to this catastrophic path we are on if we help educate one another, and above all, STOP BUYING THE POISON. We better do it quickly, because the poisoning of our planet has already gone too far and procrastination will have grave consequences.

In the meantime, you can learn the best way to protect your health and the health of your loved ones. Combining science, history, spiritual wisdom and over 50 years of personal experience, Fasting Firepower by Marjan is one of the most insightful books ever written on fasting and detoxification from unnatural chemical toxins. NO ONE SHOULD LEAD A DEBILITATED LIFE FOR LACK OF THIS VITAL INFORMATION. The straightforward answers may surprise you, challenge you, and quite possibly save your life, or the lives of your loved ones.

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DuPont State Recreational Forest，是一座占地 12,500 英亩的州立森林休闲地。高山流水瀑布跌宕，绿树掩映山花烂漫，清溪吟唱松林涛哮，游玩不够。

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BOTR - Day 46 - July 30, 2024

Our cell service was spotty in our campsite. Not an unusual thing. When we got up, it was hard to tell if we were going to have a day of rain or something different. We got our act together and made our way to DuPont State Forest.

Diane had planned on getting in a good hike. My desire was to ride my bike on some gravel roads. By the time we reached the parking lot, the sun was out and the heat was building.

Diane went off to see waterfalls: High Falls, Triple Falls, and the covered bridge above High Falls. While the trail was wide and clear between the falls, it was definitely steep up and down. Diane took her time and enjoyed the views. She even went as far as to dangle her feet in the river. All in all, she hiked nearly 6 miles!

Diane and Da Bear!

High Falls

Triple Falls (obviously).

Diane below Triple Falls.

Her hike… looking upwards.

It felt good for me to get on the bike. It took a bit of work to get it out of the van and assembled but it was worth it. I had ridden in DuPont several times before so I wasn’t on anything new. I stuck to the gravel roads with the exception of one wrong turn onto some rolling single track (Isaac Heath Trail). Unfortunately, I was climbing the single track not descending so it was just a little less fun than it could have been. Regardless, the gravel descents were fast and frequent.

Freaking hot post ride.

Back at the van, I had just loaded my bike when Diane finished her hike. We ate lunch and made our way to Brevard. Diane needed to buy and mail a card and it gave us something to do during the hot part of the day.

Brevard is a neat town with a variety of shops and restaurants. We looked in a few shops and ultimately found what we were looking for in the book store. Next we went for iced coffee and hot tea and just sat for a while. There were plenty of pedestrians in town so people watching was pleasant.

Back at camp, we made our way to one of the other loops for better showers. Fortunately, there were empty campsites so we were able to pull in and park while we got cleaned up.

Once at our own campsite, we decided to take advantage of our cleanliness and head back to the Pisgah Tavern for a beer and then across the road to Hawg Wild Smokehouse for bbq. Hawg’s had a band in the bar so we hung out for a while.

By the time we left, rain was imminent. We wanted to have one last campfire but that didn’t happen. We barely parked at our site when the skies opened up. Scrabble was the game of choice. Diane won. Sleep was okay. Knowing that tomorrow we would be home gave us mixed feelings.

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Renewable Solvent Market Survey Insights, Outlook and Forecast 2024-2032

The Reports and Insights, a leading market research company, has recently releases report titled “Renewable Solvent Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2024-2032.” The study provides a detailed analysis of the industry, including the global Renewable Solvent Market share, size, trends, and growth forecasts. The report also includes competitor and regional analysis and highlights the latest advancements in the market.

Report Highlights:

How big is the Renewable Solvent Market?

The renewable solvent market size reached US$ 3.4 Billion in 2023. Looking forward, Reports and Insights expects the market to reach US$ 6.5 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4% during 2024-2032.

What are Renewable Solvent?                                                                                                                                                                            

Renewable solvents are eco-friendly alternatives derived from renewable sources like plants, biomass, or agricultural byproducts, aiming to replace conventional, potentially harmful petroleum-based solvents. They boast lower toxicity, biodegradability, and reduced greenhouse gas emissions, making them a sustainable choice for industries such as cleaning products, coatings, and pharmaceuticals.

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What are the growth prospects and trends in the Renewable Solvent industry?

The renewable solvent market growth is driven by various factors and trends. The renewable solvent market is expanding due to growing environmental consciousness and the increasing adoption of sustainable practices. Demand is rising for renewable solvents sourced from bio-based materials like plants, biomass, and agricultural byproducts. These solvents offer advantages such as lower toxicity, biodegradability, and reduced greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional petroleum-based solvents, making them appealing to industries such as cleaning products, coatings, and pharmaceuticals. As regulations become more stringent and consumer awareness increases, the global renewable solvent market is expected to keep growing. Hence, all these factors contribute to renewable solvent market growth.

What is included in market segmentation?

The report has segmented the market into the following categories:

By Type:

Bio-Alcohols

Bio-Diols

Methyl Soyate

Ethyl Lactate

Others

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Agricultural Waste

Forest Residues

Industrial Waste

Algae

Others

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Paints & Coatings

Cleaning & Degreasing

Adhesives & Sealants

Printing Inks

Pharmaceuticals

Others

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Paints & Coatings

Pharmaceuticals

Personal Care & Cosmetics

Agriculture

Cleaning & Domestic

Others

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North America:

United States

Canada

Asia Pacific:

China

India

Japan

South Korea

Australia & New Zealand

Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)

Rest of Asia Pacific

Europe:

Germany

The U.K.

France

Spain

Italy

Russia

Poland

BENELUX (Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg)

NORDIC (Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark)

Rest of Europe

Latin America:

Brazil

Mexico

Argentina

Rest of Latin America

The Middle East & Africa:

Saudi Arabia

United Arab Emirates

South Africa

Egypt

Israel

Rest of MEA (Middle East & Africa)

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The report covers the major market players including:

Archer Daniels Midland Company

BASF SE

BioAmber Inc.

Cargill, Incorporated

DuPont de Nemours, Inc.

Elevance Renewable Sciences, Inc.

Genomatica, Inc.

Green Biologics Ltd.

Huntsman Corporation

LyondellBasell Industries N.V.

Pinova Holdings, Inc.

Solvay S.A.

The Dow Chemical Company

Vertec Biosolvents Inc.

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Covered bridge in DuPont State Forest, North Carolina, USA

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Hooker Falls, DuPont State Forest, NC

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Kids Being Kids

There’s a certain power to kids being kids. Especially when together and when fully involved with some kind of real world activity, when actually doing something physical with other kids. You might just call that “play,” but it can be more than that. Today at camp was rife with that power. It was our first full day of camp activities and we saw it everywhere.

After a yummy breakfast of Rick’s homemade oatmeal, fresh cut fruit, granola, yogurts and cereal, everyone at camp fanned out all over to get started with the whole range of camp activities. Each camper had chosen their activity schedule the night before, and now it was time to begin with the first of the four today.

All ten of the craft activities sprang to life. Girls were soon weaving colorful yarns on looms in Curiosity with Lucy. They were pinching and rolling clay in one of the 2 pottery studios. They were learning to tie special knots to make their first friendship bracelet. They were twisting t-shirts and dripping dye on them, sticking scraps of paper to “memory boxes,” weaving wet reeds to make baskets, sewing pillows, dipping brushes into watercolor paints, and carefully measuring thin planks of wood before making their first cuts in wood working. Many art projects had begun!

Sports too! The campers shot rifles and bows with .22 caliber bullets and arrows hitting their paper targets. They balanced on the beam after stretching in the gymnastics area of the gym. The tennis courts saw various tennis drills and short games. The gaga ball pit also was stirred up by game after game, with girls jumping and swatting as the ball bounced in their direction. For something more relaxed, there were yoga classes being held in the hillside lodge. Of course the lake, which (after to the dining hall!) is probably the most popular place in camp, was humming with fun as the girls zipped down the water slide, invented silly poses while jumping off the diving board, and just played around on different floating toys. As the weather was perfectly warm and sunny throughout the day, the lake was a great place to be.

The first riding lessons also took place today, with the campers who wanted to ride meeting new horses. There were riders in every ring walking, trotting and cantering their way around. The outdoor adventure staff offered climbing on the Alpine tower, trips through the zip line course here at camp, a hiking trip to High Falls in the Dupont State Forest, and chances to begin learning the basics of whitewater kayaking down at the lake.

Dinner was a hotdog picnic on the hill— dogs (and veggie dogs), buns and regular “fixing,” homemade coleslaw, salad and potato chips. We also had freshly baked cookie bars for dessert. With ideal, almost cool, evening weather, we all enjoyed a breezy feeling dinner that was just the right balance of hanging out and silliness.

Tonight’s evening program was an all-camp campfire we call “Jug Band.” This is a silly program of traditional Appalachian songs and stories that the counselors, Hi-Ups and other directors present. Sarah dresses up like an old woman and brings her fiddle to play. Tonight a guitar and ukulele joined in to play “She’ll be Comin’ ‘Round the Mountain,” “Mountain Dew,” and “Little Cabin in the Woods,” which were clear favorites with the campers. This was classic camp fun, and an excellent way to end the day.

It was wonderful to feel the energy of kids being kids at camp. Everyone seemed happy and excited, and nicely settled in. These camper are already feeling comfortable and enjoying camp life. My hunch is that it’ll soon be even better!

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Covered bridge in DuPont State Forest, North Carolina, USA

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Covered bridge in DuPont State Forest, North Carolina, USA

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Bridal Veil Falls in DuPont State Recreational Forest, Cedar Mountain, North Carolina.