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Thriving Hives: The Beekeeper's Annual Journal, Andree' Walker Bravo, Shauna Collard Bagley, Sheriden M. Hansen, Jaydee Gunnell Aug 2023

Thriving Hives: The Beekeeper's Annual Journal, Andree' Walker Bravo, Shauna Collard Bagley, Sheriden M. Hansen, Jaydee Gunnell

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This beekeeping journal organizes apiary information at your fingertips, along with monthly tasks and tips to help beekeepers be successful with their hives.


Close But No Cigar: How A Near-Miss Wildfire Event Influences The Risk Perceptions And Mitigation Behaviors Of Residents Who Experienced A Recent, Nearby Wildfire, Lauren Nicole Dupey, Jordan W. Smith Mar 2019

Close But No Cigar: How A Near-Miss Wildfire Event Influences The Risk Perceptions And Mitigation Behaviors Of Residents Who Experienced A Recent, Nearby Wildfire, Lauren Nicole Dupey, Jordan W. Smith

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This research used Protection Motivation Theory to examine if and how individuals who experience a near-miss wildfire event (i.e., a recent, proximal wildfire that did not harm these individuals or their properties) intend to protect themselves against future risks. We administered a drop-off pick-up survey to residents living in Durango, Colorado, a community heavily impacted by the 416 fire in the spring and summer of 2018. The survey, completed by 195 residents, solicited information about wildfire mitigation behaviors taken before and after the 416 fire. Data were also collected on four of the dimensions of Protection Motivation Theory which may …


A Healthy Brain: Use It Or Lose It!, Elizabeth B. Fauth, Maria C. Norton Jun 2017

A Healthy Brain: Use It Or Lose It!, Elizabeth B. Fauth, Maria C. Norton

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Challenging your muscles makes for strong healthy muscles, and challenging your brain cells makes for a strong healthy brain. Build up your brain’s cognitive reserve – create a well-connected, high-capacity brain – through overall healthy behaviors (diet and exercise) and making mentally challenging activities part of your daily life. The more options your brain has to get its signals sent, the better able it is to handle areas of damage. A well-connected brain may be better able to delay or prevent diseases like Alzheimer’s.


Culturally Responsive 4-H Youth Development In Southeast Alaska, Deb Jones, Linda Skogrand Jun 2014

Culturally Responsive 4-H Youth Development In Southeast Alaska, Deb Jones, Linda Skogrand

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