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Panama City is one of the best, all around vacation destinations in Florida. Panama City is on the pan handle of Florida, and covers about 4o miles of white sand beaches and entertainment, just for you and your family to enjoy.

Panama City has approximately 37,000 locals who are lucky enough to live there year round. Tourists find it fun to visit anytime they can, because the weather is so refreshing 12 months a year. The cooler months are November through March, with the water temperature dipping to below 70*, but these are also the months where the town is a little quieter. There are not so many tourists, and the streets are less crowded, so you and your family can take your time shopping, walking along the Bay, or taking in a round or two of golf at one of the fourteen golf courses.

There is so much for your family to enjoy, you won’t be able to see, and do it all in one trip. Zoo World, Coconut Creek Fun Park, Ripley’s Believe it or Not, the Sea Dragon Pirate Cruise, Gulf World Marine Park and St. Andrews State Park are just a few of the attractions that are open 365 days of the year.

There are also many resorts in Panama City beach FL for you to stay in. By searching on the Internet, you can find one that fits your tastes and fun level. There are golf resorts, resorts near the water parks, and there are the exclusive resorts geared towards family-friendly, couples only, singles or senior citizens.

In your search for resorts in Panama City beach FL , you’ll also find all-inclusive resorts. These resorts offer all inclusive packages that take care of everything for your family, or for a large group. These resorts in Panama City beach FL are popular because they take all the worry out of your vacation time.

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2008 Worst College Football Programs – a Year to Forget

July 11th, 2010 | Author: admin

2008 Worst College Football Programs – a Year to Forget

“Without losers, there wouldn’t be winners” – unknown author, but probably a loser.

As we approach the climax of the college football season, The Sage of College Football (your humble author) suggests that we turn our attention for a few moments to those programs that once held such promise in the late summer months, only to smack their noodles into the frozen artificial turf of December’s reality. For some teams, season ending games conclude with the ritual of tearing down of goalposts. Others result in the school selling off unused hot dogs from the stadium deep freeze to starving students who spent their student loan money on beer.

At the professional level, teams that finish at the bottom refer to this time of year as the beginning of golf season. And given the paychecks of most players and coaches, they don’t have to worry much about competing with retirees for tee times. The one disappointment in 2008 has been that in writing about the college game, the Sage can’t slam the Detroit Lions. The pitiful old motor city franchise looks as it has finally blown all it’s gaskets and not even the team ownership seems to care. At least Lions players get paid something for losing. Professional players have a paycheck coming in and a vacation to look forward to. At the college level though, players on losing teams are compelled to visit their respective Religious Studies Departments to seek inner peace. Their coaches seek employment.

Fans of losing college teams also use the offseason for contemplative reflection. One of the more interesting observations occurs when the over-dedicated fan reviews how much money was spent following the team into the toilet. Season tickets, beer and liquor, nachos and hot dogs and the associated medical bills really add up.

Mental Health experts concluded long ago that dedicating too much time effort and money on one’s team is also hard on relationships. For those fans lucky enough to have identified a different-sex partner to share the misery of a disastrous season, this presents a double-edged sword. On one hand, the fan may have someone with whom to share the burdens of recovery. On the other, the left over bills and charge card accounts may run double. And for what? Seeing their team scrape together one or two wins against lower division opponents?

Sports Information Offices use this time to come up with new promotional ideas. The Sage has always wanted to be in on an SIO meeting after a 1 and 11 campaign. The new promo ideas generally center on how to convince alumni to overlook the annual season ticket price increase. Or… how to creatively inform alumni that their reserved parking places that have been in the family for generations, are being discontinued so that the school can construct a new kiln for the Art department. Names of alumni that agree to repurchase their seats at inflated prices are handed over to the University Development Office for immediate inclusion in the fund raising effort du jour.

A common technique used by losing institutions is to cloud the record of the past year by introducing a new head coach. Individuals agreeing to take these jobs generally extract huge sums for this. Standing before confused and bewildered fans and players and promising to right the ship by “changing the way we think” and “bringing in a winning attitude” is something that should generate a huge paycheck by itself. Saying this stuff with a straight face takes talent. The Detroit Lions ownership should be taking notice… this is at least something to try.

The university staff at Washington has a unique challenge this year. The abysmal Huskies competed a 0-12 season capped off by a 48-7 shellacking at the hands of Cal – hardly the kind of game one wants to end a season on. At least they played that one in Berkeley. Adding misery to insult, the Huskies perfect record sets a new mark for futility within the Pac-10. The wise old Sage of College Football (your humble author) can’t wait to see how the institution spins this one. The Huskies have already completed their search for a new head coach and have convinced a Mr. Steve Sarkisian to give up some great weather at Southern Cal to take over the Pac-10’s doormat program. The Sage wishes Coach Sark a hearty “good luck.” He may learn to appreciate the fog that rolls into Husky Stadium. It does make players, coaches and the future difficult to see.

The Huskies however, aren’t the only college team with a lot to forget from 2008. And it is indeed time to put the final nail in the 2008 coffin for these teams. Looking ahead, some of these programs will emerge from the ranks of the worst to achieve respectability. Others will trip and fall on their snooters coming out of the locker room for the spring game.

It is will pride then, that the Sage of College Football presents his picks for the worst 10 teams in college football. However, we should first review a few rules. Primarily, only teams that actually harbor any ambition to become BCS qualified or to –gasp- compete for a national championship one day, are included. Secondly, only major conferences are included. When was the last Middle-America or Conference USA team that had a shot at a big time title? The Sage isn’t thinking that Eastern, Central or Western Michigan seriously entertain thoughts of a national championship. So.. without further ado, here are the Sage’s picks for the 10 worst college football teams of 2008.

1. Washington Huskies – Obviously….The purple dogs of the northwest found a way to get the job done in all games this year, including some monumental defeats to Notre Dame, USC and UCLA. Admittedly these are cherry-picked games, but the soggy doggies of Seattle lost these games by a combined score of 116 to 14. In the process, the poor purple team sent its fans off to Starbucks early in each home game. Even though the Huskies kept a game or two close for a while, they still gave up a grand total of 136 points more than they scored in seven home games this year.

2. Washington State Cougars – It is usually a good season if the Cougars beat archrival and Pac-10 foe Washington in the annual campaign. Unfortunately for the Cougars, that was their only conference win. Interestingly, the only other Cougar victory occurred back in September against a team from Portland State. The Sage is unsure when the Big Sky Conference boasted its last national contender. The state of Washington deserves a honorable mention in the 2008 FirstWorst rankings this year for producing two of the most dismal gridiron performances in history.

3. Idaho Vandals -The Sage has endured another season waiting in vain for Idaho to change its hapless name. The name “Vandals” would normally inspire images of a wild hoard sacking villages and carrying off opposing cheerleaders. This team doesn’t provide much – other than a good excuse to carry off a few cold ones from the local Git N Go. The only Vandal victories (admittedly a contradiction in terms) came in games against other awful programs at New Mexico State and Idaho State.

4. New Mexico State Aggies – The Sage thought that all programs named “Aggies” had been forced into a change by disgruntled alumni. Particularly for anyone that lives within smelling distance of Las Cruces, you know there isn’t a lot of agribusiness taking place there except for the miles of feedlots along I-10. One would think that the school would be anxious to change the name and perhaps try to attract a quality recruit or two. Unfortunately for these Aggies, the 2008 team should have been forced off the field. Despite a decent win against archrival Texas El Paso, the Aggies could only manage more points in games against Alcorn and Nevada.

5. Indiana Hoosiers – It is alternately a pleasure and a bit of a disappointment to include a Big Ten team in the FirstWorst rankings. One of college football’s most storied conferences boasts a tradition of great rivalries and thrilling games. Unfortunately at Indiana, the rivalry is with the basketball program to see who can attract more fans to a single game. Since Bobby Knight’s departure, even this has become interesting. Still, basketball at Indiana attracts great athletes who might be able to give the football team a good game. Indiana does deserve credit for trying to follow a proven pathway to respectability. After scheduling games with Western Kentucky and someone called Murray State (also from Kentucky) the Hoosiers minimized travel costs in paying someone to visit the school and lose. After a 2-0 start, the Hoosiers returned to reality, managing only one conference win – their Homecoming Game over Northwestern.

6. Duke Blue Devils –The Bluish Devils have been a favorite whipping boy for the FirstWorst rankings over the years. As they play in one of the monster football conferences, winning seasons are few and far between. However one would think that with all the brain power at Duke, the program should at least compete for something besides last place. To their credit, Duke did manage a couple reasonably good quality wins over Virginia and Vanderbilt. Imagine calling a win over the Cavaliers and Commodores “quality” wins.

7. Louisville Cardinals –These Cardinals had a really good schedule in their 2008 campaign to get back into the bowl picture. But by giving up nearly 200 points in their last five games sealed their place in the FirstWorst rankings. The Cards finished strong with a five game losing streak including losses to Syracuse and a 64 to 14 smackdown at the hands of Rutgers.

8. Syracuse Orange –Teams with singular team names (Orange or in Stanford’s case, ‘Cardinal’) deserve to lose. Football is a team game played by multiple players. Although it may be grammatically correct to call a team a singular name, the practice strays from well established tradition and teams that stray from tradition deserve to get whacked. But we digress… Syracuse did manage to beat #7 Louisville in 2008. They also managed a win over the powerhouse program at Northeastern. For each team, there is one game that justifies the annual season ticket price increase, and Syracuse didn’t disappoint, by delivering a solid effort in an exciting win over Notre Dame in late November. Still one quality win does not a season make.

9.San Diego State Aztecs –Oh Ouch! A season with wins over Idaho and Nevada Las Vegas doesn’t qualify as a banner year. Still the Aztecs play in San Diego and the recruits that signed up to play there are thanking their lucky stars that they didn’t sign with Buffalo or someplace where it gets cold. And after a loss, Aztec players can still go to the beach and oogle the babes in bikinis. The Aztecs had some decent games on the schedule for 2008 and they came through by losing most of them – including a 21-13 loss to Notre Dame in week two. The Aztec’s best effort came against Brigham Young, in which the Aztecs uncharacteristically delivered a strong road win 41 – 12. Alumni should be looking for their price increases in the mail shortly.

10. Wyoming Cowboys -Any teams playing in brown home uniforms are going to have trouble on the field. Recruiting players to cold and windswept Laramie is difficult enough without dressing them up in the same colors as –well – the part of the cold and windswept prairie that is used by cows. For many years one of the tallest buildings in the state of Wyoming was the football stadium. And now the Cowboy faithful can expect to pay a bit more for their seats in War Memorial Stadium due to the Cowboys win over (I can’t believe I’m writing this) the Tennessee Volunteers. Granted, UT had a difficult year, but losing to Wyoming? Oweee! Anyway.. the Cowboys managed a top ten FirstWorst finish by managing only one Mountain West win and that over San Diego State.

So the 2008 college football season comes to a close for the programs at the bottom. The offseason will be filled with coaches looking for work and players looking for cheerleaders. No doubt the Detroit Lions coaching staff will be surveying the ranks of FirstWorst schools scouring for players willing to continue their losing tradition.

As college football fans wait for the spring games and look for ways to build false hope for 2009, the Sage will continue to bring you the wild and outrageous side of losing.

For more wit and wisdom, please visit the Sage’s home page at http://firstworst.com

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Utah Offers Year Round Fun And Adventure

June 30th, 2010 | Author: admin

Utah Offers Year Round Fun And Adventure

When it comes to great wintertime getaways, the first places that come to mind generally are the huge-name resorts of Colorado, New England and even the Carolinas. But when it comes to beauty and plenty of activities, a Park City ski resort shouldn’t be overlooked. This Utah town was made famous by the 2002 Winter Olympics. It’s known as a jewel of a tourist area with lots to do any time of the year.

Located fairly close to Salt Lake, Park City is a winter wonderland with a number of different resorts catering to those who want to take in the sights while enjoying the slopes. The community is famous for its skiing, skating, snowboarding and more. With beautiful mountains, lots of snow and plenty to see and do, those visiting Park City shouldn’t have a chance to get bored.

The city itself was founded in the 1800s as a silver-mining town. It is home to the nation’s second largest silver strike and has more than 1,200 miles of tunnels running under the city. But while silver gave it its birth, snow and mountains are what have made it truly famous.

Park City is located in Utah’s Summit County and boasts an elevation of more than 7,000 feet in most places. Inasmuch, its three major resorts keep hopping with skiers throughout the season. In fact, more than a million “skier days” were clocked in the early 2000s.

Vacationing here can include not only the slopes, but a number of other high-adventure opportunities. The area is home to tons of wildlife, lots of areas to explore and some natural wonders that are breathtaking to behold. Plus, there are lots of historic sites and more to visit to round out a trip here.

For those who want a break from the outdoors, the city also has a number of cultural attractions and generally has lots of special events ongoing. With arts galleries, concerts, museums and more, there’s lots to see and do in this Rocky Mountain destination beyond the slopes. Dining here as well is also a treat. With lots of restaurants ranging from the upscale to the laid back, going hungry in Park City is nearly impossible.

Summertime is also great for visiting one of Park City’s many resorts. Lodgings range from the rustic to the upscale with rooms with a view promised at almost every destination. While the Rockies are spectacular in the winter, summer offers its own distinct draws. It is during the summer visitors can be almost assured of taking in lots of wildlife spotting along with seeing the outdoors alive with wildflowers and vibrant colors. There’s nothing quite like visiting a Rocky Mountain city in the summer and enjoying the warmth and then heading up into the mountains to toss a snowball or two.

Made famous for its Olympic participation, this resort town offers lots to see and do year round. Perfect for skiers, skaters, hikers and more, the great outdoors is the real draw here. Those wanting to visit a Park City ski resort won’t be disappointed with the destination.

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Can a 14 year old submit a movie to the Sundance Film Festival?

February 9th, 2010 | Author: admin

Me and a BUNCH of people are gonna make a movie, like an actual movie. We got all the stuff for it and everything. So we were wondering if its possible to submit our movie to the Sundance Film Festival. I was looking through the website and stuff and it talked a lot about “funding”. We don’t really have (or need) any funding. So can I still submit it to the Sundance Film Festival? Oh and we’re all teens (14-16)

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How many films are officially selected every year for the sundance film festival?

January 26th, 2010 | Author: admin

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Ski and Snowboard All Year Round

January 20th, 2010 | Author: admin

Our society is becoming one of expected convenience. Improving technology is helping to raise our consumer expectations in many areas. It’s now accepted that we are able to make telephone calls and read our emails wherever we are. We are becoming accustomed to being able to watch any television programme at a time that suits us rather than the programme schedulers. We also expect to be able to purchase fruit and vegetables even when they are out of season. These are all examples of a progression towards satisfying increasing levels of consumer demand.

For ski and snowboard fans things are no different. People now want to ski or ride their boards all year round and in perfect conditions if possible. Not so long ago skiers had to journey across continents to specialist resorts and hope that weather conditions were suitable to provide the necessary conditions for their sport. Often the costs were very high and the skiers were let down by poor weather conditions. Blizzards, storms or lack of snow could all stop skiers getting onto the mountains. Now winter sports resorts all over the world have reduced their reliance on the weather and the provision of enough snow has been mitigated by high-tech snow generation systems. The technology behind the original snow cannons was patented almost 50 years ago and now most resorts that don’t have guaranteed snow falls use snow generation systems to keep their pistes operational throughout the season. Snow cannons came to the French Alps almost 20 years ago. Val d’Isere, for example, has over 300 snow cannons whereas Meribel and Courcheval both have over 500 cannons each. Snow is artificially made by ejecting a mixture of water and compressed air at high speed into the atmosphere where it freezes into snow before landing on the ground. The air temperature needs to be below zero for that to happen but once it is, ski resorts can use their cannon networks to supplement the natural snow. It is thought that a resort like Meribel generates over 2 million cubic metres of snow in a season. The technology now allows resorts to cover their slopes during November and open even earlier, extending their seasons. Snow cannons are also used to keep certain critical runs open so that resort areas can remain linked and are not vulnerable to restrictions just because certain key connecting runs are short of snow.

Technology has developed even further recently and has now brought winter sports participation yet closer to home. The introduction of indoor snow centres has brought skiing and snowboarding even closer to the doorstep. There are now several indoor snow centres in the UK, with the latest opening recently on the outskirts of London. There are even snow centres in the most unlikely places. In the desert of the Middle East, Ski Dubai opened in 2005 and offers an indoor “black” run and a 400m long slope. The world’s longest run is claimed by Alpincenter in Bottrum, Germany with a 640m long slope. In The Netherlands are two of the world’s largest snow centres with SnowWorld in Landgraaf claiming to be the biggest with a snow area of 35,000 square metres. The SnowCentre in Hemel Hempstead uses the latest indoor snow generation technology to produce its snow and is able to create in excess of 80 tonnes of snow per day if required.

Such is the quality of indoor snow generation, and the resorts being built around it, that professional-level competitions can be held in these indoor centres. In 2003 the indoor centre at Landgraff hosted the world’s first indoor FIS World Cup event with a round of the Snowboard Parallel Slalom and it has held Snowboard FIS World Cup races every year since. The Snow Centre in the UK hosts two rounds of the British Snowboarding Grand Prix series in July and the ERSA Ski Race Championships in October 2009.

So technology has now brought the slopes of the Alps to the doorstep of Londoners. Skiers and Snowboarders can improve their technique all year round for a fraction of the cost of a trip abroad and, when they do eventually go to the mountains, their skills will be so much better, helping them to enjoy their visits even more.

Michael Baker is a snow sports journalist based in Europe. He has reviewed many ski resorts and indoor ski and snowboard centers in mainland Europe and the UK. Indoor snow resorts are becoming very popular and Michael writes frequently on the latest developments.

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Which park is suppose to be better this year park city or the canyons?

January 15th, 2010 | Author: admin

I have been riding canyons for 3 years now and was thinking about hitting up PC this year. But i heard that PC’s park manager isn’t going to be there this year and i also heard that the Canyons is getting a ton of new land and maybe a new park with some road gaps, tree jibs and some other stuff like that. I just wanna know if the rumors are true? Has anyone else heard anything about this??

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Where can i make 18-22 year old friends in park city, utah?

January 15th, 2010 | Author: admin

I’m a male, and just moved to park city with a friend of mine and are looking for places to meet cool people.. we dont drink or ever go to bars. we’re not Mormon!

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