Finally, some professional pics

Here's the link to Doug's photos.

Will It Blend?

On the Jan. 1 hike, Todd brought up the subject of putting things in a blender. It reminded me of the Will It Blend? website:

http://www.willitblend.com/videos.aspx?type=unsafe

The site has too many insane demonstrations to see them all, so I've picked a few for you:

• plunger
• glow sticks
  
• iPod

Botticelli

Here's everything that can be written about the game Botticelli, and proof that it's easier to play than explain:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Botticelli_(game)

First hike of 2009

Entamoeba on New Year's Eve

Salisbury Canyon Ranch

A Beautiful Time Each Year

You've seen it live -- now watch the video!