With one of the world's largest and most colorful concentrations of petrified wood, multi-hued badlands of the Painted Desert, historic structures, archaeological sites, native grassland, and displays of over 200-million-year-old fossils, this is a surprising land of scenic wonders and fascinating science.
Petrified Forest was originally set aside due to the amazing deposit of petrified logs. There is so much more! Fossils of more than 200 different taxa of plants, animal fossils from invertebrates to giant reptiles. Petrified Forest is a living laboratory. They have scientists on staff and a working fossil preparation laboratory.
Petrified Forest is a Science Park! Best known for globally significant Late Triassic fossils, the park attracts many researchers. Geologists study the multi-hued Chinle Formation. Archaeologists' research over 13,000 years of history. Biologists explore one of the best remnants of native Arizona grassland. Air quality is an ongoing study in the park. Discover your own passion at Petrified Forest!
The park, just off Interstate 40 and east of Holbrook, is a wonderland of petrified wood, badlands, fossils and grasslands. Known for its enormous tree trunks of stone, the park is a great place to learn about Arizona's geology, archaeology and paleontology.
The park is open year round except Christmas, December 25. Petrified Forest National Park is open at different hours during the year.
Jan 1 - Feb 26, 2011 8am to 5pm
Feb 27 - May 7, 2011 7am to 6pm
May 8 - Sept 3, 2011 7am to 7pm
Sept 4 - Oct 22, 2011 7am to 6pm
Oct 23 - Dec 31, 2011 8am to 5pm
Admission: $10 per vehicle, good for seven days
Contact: Chambers, AZ 86502 928-524-6228
Website: http://nps.gov/pefo
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There are numerous factors to consider when choosing a heating system that’s best for you and your home, such as safety, health, efficiency, cost, reliability and versatility.
In this overview of the selection process, we’re going to consider the most common forms of space heating options available today, including electricity, gas, fuel oil, and wood. We’ll also cover the heaters themselves – radiators, baseboard, fan, and gas heaters, along with central heating systems.
What Form of Heating Energy is Best for Me?
To determine which alternative works best for you, you first have to look at the pros and cons of each type of system.
Electricity
This is the most common form of heating in the U.S. today. Americans dread receiving their winter electric bills as costs continue to rise. Electric heating equipment is versatile and can be placed anywhere - in the attic, basement, or any room you choose. Electricity is the safest, cleanest and most cost-efficient fuel available. There are no tanks to fill, no possibility of explosion, and you pay only for electricity that’s been used.
Gas
While gas is the cheapest of all fuels, there are safety aspects to consider. Fumes from gas fires are not only unpleasant, but carbon monoxide poisoning is one of the leading causes of heater deaths in the U.S., today, which is why it’s illegal to install gas heaters in bedrooms in many states.
Wood
Wood fires create a wonderful ambiance, but are expensive to maintain unless you cut and stock your own timber. Wood fires are also messy, hard to clean up and require a lot of attention to keep going.
Fuel Oil
Fuel oil is not a typical fuel source in the southwestern United States. Fuel oil systems can be costly to run. Their operating costs can fluctuate depending on the political climate in the Middle East. Although the technology was once superior, it has taken a backseat to more efficient and cost-effective measures.
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As a Federal holiday day it is not officially Presidents' Day.
The Library of Congress says that as stated in the introduction, the federal holiday celebrated on the third Monday in February is not officially called Presidents' Day. Instead, it is Washington's Birthday. There was an attempt in 1968 to officially name it Presidents' Day. However, this suggestion died in committee. Many states, however, choose to call their own celebration on this day "Presidents' Day."
Washington's Birthday was celebrated during his Lifetime
Many across the newly formed United States celebrated Washington's Birthday in the 17th century while George Washington was still alive. However, it wasn't until 1885 that Chester Arthur signed the bill that made it a federal holiday.
Cherries, Cherries, and More Cherries
Traditionally, many celebrated and continue to celebrate Washington's Birthday with desserts made with cherries. Cherry pie, cherry cake, bread made with cherries, or just a huge bowl of cherries are often enjoyed on this day. Of course, this relates to the apocryphal story that Washington would not tell a lie when asked if he cut down a cherry tree.
Abraham Lincoln's Birthday is not a Federal Holiday
Even though many states celebrate Abraham Lincoln's birthday concurrently with Washington's birthday, it is not a federally designated holiday.
The reading of Washington's Farewell Address
On February 22nd of almost every year since 1888, Washington's Farewell Address has been read in the US Senate. While this does not happen on Presidents' Day, it is an annual celebration of Washington's Birthday that stems from 1862 when the Address was read as a way to boost morale during the Civil War.
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Tune-up Special -- $59.95
1. Clean and calibrate the thermostat
2. Test and examine all controls on unit
3. Lubricate all moving parts on the unit
4. Tighten or adjust all belts and pulleys
5. Cycle the complete system (ac & heating as well as fan operation)
6. Examine and tighten all electrical connections
7. Test and record indoor air temperatures
8. Test and record indoor temperature split in cooling mode
9. Test and record refrigerant pressures (high and low side)
10. Tighten all refrigerant caps
11. Test and record superheat and sub cooling for peak performance
12. Remove any trash or debris from unit
13. Test all safety controls
14. Examine and tighten all electrical connections at disconnect
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Learn how to choose a high efficiency heating system that’s right for you.
All natural gas heating systems have what's called an Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) rating. The rating is expressed in percentages.
Minimum Efficiency Standards
Furnace 78% AFUE
Gas-fired Boilers 80% AFUE
Gas-fired Steam 75% AFUE
The higher the AFUE rating – the more efficient the heating system – and the less energy needed to heat your home.
For example, a new, high-efficiency furnace with a 94% efficiency rating provides 94 cents worth of heat from every energy dollar. By comparison, an older, standard efficiency furnace with an efficiency rating of 60%, provides 60 cents worth of energy for every dollar spent.
Annual Savings: Simple Payback
If you install a residential warm air furnace at 90% AFUE vs. 80% AFUE, the estimated annual savings in energy costs is $115 with a simple payback of approximately 3 years*.
High-Efficiency Furnaces
Furnaces with efficiencies over 90% are called condensing furnaces and offer the most energy savings.
These furnaces achieve 90% AFUE rating by sending flue gases through a secondary heat exchanger. This device further extracts heat that is usable energy for your home.
Remaining flue gases then exhaust outdoors through the vent pipe inserted through the wall or roof of the home. This "direct-vent" piping configuration also draws in outside air for combustion. Since indoor air is not used in the combustion process, cold air leakage (infiltration) is reduced – an added energy savings.
Guarantees and Warranties
A new heating system is a major investment, so make sure you understand the warranties that come with your new equipment.
Parts and labor are usually covered by the manufacturer and installing contractor for the first year. Some brands also offer warranties of two to ten years. High-efficiency furnaces are generally the manufacturer's top-of-the-line products and have longer warranties.
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On a cold winter morning like today we thought that Cool Places in Arizona just might want to visit the Arizona Hot Springs.
Arizona Hot Springs is located in a dramatic slot canyon that joins the river just downstream of Ringbolt Rapids. The spring brook forms several pools that are located about 1,000 feet from the river, where the canyon walls are nearly vertical and about 6 to 9 feet apart. Directly at the source the spring discharges highly mineralized water at a rate of about 30 gallons per minute and a temperature of about 111 degrees Fahrenheit. The spring issues from fractures in Miocene-age volcanic rocks near the intersection of two faults.
White Rock Canyon is a strikingly beautiful volcanic area. There is a wide variety of desert plants to be found, including indigo bush, ground cherry, rush-milkweed, rabbit brush, Mormon tea, desert fir, cheesebush, globemallow, desert tobacco, desert trumpet, rock nettle, rock daisy, and windmills. Rocks encountered during the hike are primarily volcanic, including flow and tuff (ash) deposits, with some granite boulders washed down from the Black Canyon.
Arizona Hot Springs hike is not advised in the summer. If you choose to go, take lots of water and watch out for rattlesnakes. Do not put your hands or feet on ledges, in bushes, or under or around rocks where you cannot see.
Directions to the Hot Springs
Hike down a spectacular volcanic canyon to the Colorado River below Hoover Dam and relax in a pleasant hot spring in a nearby side canyon.
From the Lake Mead Visitor Center, follow US Hwy 93 east 8.4 miles (4.2 miles past Hoover Dam). Watch for the sign to the trailhead.
Follow this wash downhill to the river, then follow the river 1/4 mile south over the hill where you will find the hot springs up the side canyon. Warning: A 20' ladder must be climbed to reach the best hot springs. This canyon gets its name from many huge white boulders that were carried down the canyon by flash floods.
Website: http://www.nps.gov/lake/planyourvisit/hikeazhot.htm
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Well, it is not very often that you find “snow”, “freezing temperatures”, “desert” and “Southern Arizona” in the same sentence. But yesterday February the 11th was one of those days. Overnight temperatures in the Phoenix metro area dropped to freezing and snow fell in the areas surrounding the city.
Aaron’s Mechanical Service would like to ask you a question… how comfortable was your home? If it wasn’t, you are looking at several more days with very low night time temperatures. If your heating system is not up to the tasks we want you to know we can help with both short and long term solutions.
Cold winter weather brings more hazards than just icy roads and broken water pipes. Is your home ready for more days like this? Are your hands too cold? Are your children comfortable? Are your pets safe? Are you older and suffering from arthritis? Does the cold weather bother you more now than ever. These are just some of the questions you may be asking. We can give you answers that will change the outlook for your comfort.
Did you know that indoor temperatures of 60 F to 65 F can cause hypothermia. Older people may be at greater risk for this condition if their body’s response to cold is diminished by certain illnesses such as arthritis and medications including some over-the-counter cold remedies.
The old saying, “There’s no such thing as bad weather, just bad houses,” may be trite, but there is much underlying truth to it. You can bundle-up, spend more on heating or have a smart approach to getting comfortable with a modern and efficient heating system. And Aaron’s Mechanical Service can help.
So is the answer for you to get out the scratchy wool long underwear or make a phone call to 623-388-4436?
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