I saw
this little
critter swimming around in my outdoor goldfish pond. It's maybe a little over 1/8" in diameter, seems to paddle around carelessly with feet/paddles on its underside. It's kind of flat, roundish and transparent, except for some spidery markings/innards. Seems to have a hint of a tail, and a couple eye-like spots. A search for baby crawfish turns up nothing quite like this. Mysterious how he got in the pond in the first place.
posted by 2N2222
on Apr 18, 2013 -
7 answers
As March Madness is here, want to get a basketball as a gift. What's the best basketball on the market?
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posted by neoist
on Mar 25, 2013 -
7 answers
I want to volunteer with an organization that introduces young people to outdoor experiences that they wouldn't otherwise have -- hiking, camping, rock climbing, etc. I've had a look at Outward Bound but it doesn't look like they take volunteers. What are some similar organizations I could check out? I'm in the New York City area.
posted by rsk
on Nov 9, 2012 -
11 answers
We had a new heating system installed that created two new pipes sticking out of the back of our house that belch steam. I thought it might be cool to build a huge beast head to hang over it so it looks like a smoke belching beast on the back of our otherwise sensible looking home.
Aesthetically, I will just lay all my cards on the table and say that I was envisioning the beast head being built up mostly from flat scaley pieces like an
AJ Fosik sculpture or a
parade dragon.
I have an artistic background and some experience with wood and clay sculpture, but I don't know how to weld or do anything exotic with plastics or anything, so I am in search of a medium that is hopefully cheap, preferably beginner friendly, and can stand up to steam and the outdoors in general (in upstate NY where we get all the seasons). Any suggestions?
posted by SharkParty
on Aug 14, 2012 -
9 answers
what to do with a sweet, amazing, seemingly-indoor cat who has showed up on our doorstep twice now.
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posted by xbonesgt
on Jul 24, 2012 -
29 answers
How do I build a pergola on a hill. I have graded a small area, but can't seem to get it level. Couldn't I just build a platform that is level, then raise the pergola above that?
posted by merci420
on Feb 19, 2012 -
6 answers
I am a novice photographer who would like to improve my skills at photographing vintage cars primarily outdoors in natural light. I am looking to replace my old Nikon D50 and 18-55mm lens with a Nikon D3300. What would be the must-have lenses, filters and accessories for my task? Also best camera settings? Also interested in tricks for getting compelling images. Close up? High angle? Low angle? Just experiment?
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posted by punkfloyd
on Jan 24, 2012 -
17 answers
I am looking for women's plus-sized (size 2X) cold-weather pants for walking my dog in the morning. I walk/run her for about 45 minutes (we are slowly doing Couch to 5K together). Specifically, I'd like to have something like these
thermal running tights that are light, easy to pull on in the morning straight out of bed and will wick away moisture. Regular exercise and/or running tights aren't warm enough. Typical temps I walk in are down to 20F -- I'd like to be warm, but just
not cold would be sufficient. I need them in a women's size 2X, but have had no luck finding anything.
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posted by OrangeDisk
on Jan 7, 2012 -
15 answers
From what I remember of the Inuit film
Atanarjuat (The Fast Runner), the clothing, though heavy, seemed to fit very loosely. Although it seemed fine for the relatively mild weather of the film, I wondered if it would be effective enough when it was colder. How different was winter clothing during the era in the film? What are other practical details of staying warm outdoors for many hours in arctic or subarctic climates? Or did people just stay indoors?
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posted by Lirp
on Oct 14, 2011 -
12 answers
I'm traveling by car to Tracy, CA from Oklahoma City in mid-October. I usually take I-40, but this time I'm going to try I-70, I-15 to Cedar City, then state roads to Tracy. I intend to see Bryce Canyon. Any additional great outdoor places or interesting sites that I could include in the trip? 100 miles detours are not a deterrent and I like birdwatching.
posted by francesca too
on Sep 8, 2011 -
5 answers
Help us try to reconcile our desires for having an outdoor wedding with my the wishes of my fiancée's family / the rules of the Catholic Church. We're in Houston, TX and trying to figure this out. It's making our wedding planning very stressful!
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posted by swhitt
on Sep 7, 2011 -
22 answers
It is a beautiful post-hurricane day here in NYC. I would like to celebrate not flooding by getting a beer and drinking it outdoors. Quick, recommend me a bar in the next hour or so!
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posted by whitneyarner
on Aug 29, 2011 -
12 answers
I'm an indoor person. I love being on my computer, playing videogames, watching TV, etc. I know, however, that I need to give my kids some outdoor time. What kind of outdoor activities can I enjoy with them that I can enjoy myself?
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posted by macsigler
on Jul 27, 2011 -
24 answers
Wireless network question! This one's pretty specific to my living circumstances, since what I want to do is share the network in a house across a courtyard from mine.
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posted by dorothy humbird
on Jul 21, 2011 -
11 answers
What essential and not-so-essential kit do small voluntary organisations need?
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posted by fix
on Jun 24, 2011 -
8 answers
How to clean dishes using very little water, and without requiring a rinse?. The less water the better. And even better would be if the water is not heated beyond say.. room temp. Suggestions?
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posted by herox
on Jan 18, 2011 -
14 answers
Let's assume you are a 50-ish Lady who's wardrobe has diminished lately. What you you wear to a nice summer outdoor wedding when you don't own a lot of formal stuff and want to sharpen up your wardrobe from office-drab anyway? Where can you find these things? What places should you look? Whom should you listen to for advice? In short, what do stylish Over-50 Ladies wear to their various traditional and non family events on a budget? Ideally in New York?
posted by The Whelk
on Nov 27, 2010 -
20 answers
I really loved working at overnight summer camp in the mountains when I was a freshman and sophomore in college. Are there any similar jobs or volunteering gigs or programs that can help me re-live that sort of "camp" experience as an adult, and on the weekends during the year?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 12, 2010 -
14 answers
Are there any good alternatives to AirMagnet Survey PRO for outdoor site surveying with GPS integration?
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posted by gttommy
on Jul 12, 2010 -
2 answers
Need to host a party in Orlando. I don't live in Orlando. Need help finding the perfect location.
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posted by arniec
on May 24, 2010 -
7 answers
I'm looking for college-level courses that focus on instructing teachers (either preservice teachers in training, or active teachers) how to use the outdoors in their science teaching.
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posted by franc.o.bolos
on May 24, 2010 -
3 answers
I need a crash course in ordering large (2'x4' or larger) vinyl decals for outdoor display.
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posted by SamuelF
on May 6, 2010 -
7 answers
Visiting New York City this weekend! Got any recommendations for fantastic barbecue joints with outdoor seating? How about restaurants of any kind with scenic outdoor seating?
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posted by Lieber Frau
on Apr 13, 2010 -
16 answers
Is it reasonable, by way of a tent rental + heaters, to plan on holding a small backyard party in Chicago, in March, with a forecast indicating temperatures in the 40s/50s?
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posted by allisonrae
on Mar 14, 2010 -
6 answers
Can I move my cat from a house and supervised outdoor walks to a Brooklyn apparment?
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posted by Hactar
on Oct 13, 2009 -
10 answers
What can I expect to pay for a tent, dance floor! and tables/chairs for an outdoor wedding on Long Island?
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posted by mittenbex
on Oct 6, 2009 -
3 answers
What's the best way to carry keys, water, mp3 player, and wallet when you're working out outside? Do you have a favorite fanny pack (how...not chic) or have you come up with some alternative arrangement? Would you please share?
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posted by melodykramer
on Jul 6, 2009 -
32 answers
[Photography & Lighting]
What softbox/lights and an external outdoor battery would you recommend to an amateur photographer?
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posted by bostonhill
on May 3, 2009 -
6 answers
