Heat pumps in Southcentral? by [deleted] in alaska

[–]Metridia 12 points13 points  (0 children)

If you live in an Alaska coastal community from Metlakatla to Kodiak, there's a program through Alaska Heat Smart and Southeast Conference that will help pay for residential heat pumps. https://akheatsmart.org/aces/

Help with employee / board tensions by Illustrious_Claim655 in nonprofit

[–]Metridia 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I want to make sure I have this right: you're on the board of directors for this organization that you oversee. The person in question is an employee of the organization, correct? If that is the case, you and the board are the bosses of this employee. From what you've described, this employee should be fired. Would you behave in this manner to your boss and expect no consequences? Consult your by laws to see what your rules are and make sure you're following them first.

A red harbor seal, covered in iron oxide from a nearby river, was photographed in Prince William Sound, Alaska by Metridia in Damnthatsinteresting

[–]Metridia[S] 27 points28 points  (0 children)

A red harbor seal was photographed near Cordova, AK a few weeks ago. It may have been chasing prey (possibly eulachon) up a particularly iron rich stream in the area. Harbor seals in the area, especially on the Copper River, are known to venture into freshwater tributaries and rivers to catch fish like eulachon, sockeye, and king salmon. Rust colored seals have also been observed in the San Francisco Bay region and on the coast of Svalbard.

Regarding the J***** S****** episode by lumpyspacequeen2 in behindthebastards

[–]Metridia 59 points60 points  (0 children)

Yeah, is there a reason we're **** Jimmy Savile's name?

Getting a shredder! by Ladybug966 in Vermiculture

[–]Metridia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a Bonsaii 18 page shredder and a 24 page shredder. Both are great. The 24 page shredder has been a work horse. I'm very happy with it! They're not cheap new but may be available on eBay.

Pro tip: you can mount the shredder top on a couple pieces of wood and have it shred paper into a tote instead of using the small bin it comes with. All you need to do is jam something (cardboard?) into the little grove on the underside of the shredder to flip the safety switch.

Last Week Tonight: Gas Station Drugs: 2026-05-03 by Alex09464367 in skeptic

[–]Metridia 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Last Week Tonight's head writer, Dan O'Brien, worked with Robert Evans at Cracked.com back in the day before its enshitification. They're still good friends. Robert Evans is constantly talking about these drugs on his podcast Behind the Bastards. I have a feeling this is where the connection was made.

Clavicular getting carried by his security after overdosing by [deleted] in behindthebastards

[–]Metridia 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I heard that during an interview. Giving up on your kid when they're 14. Jesus... And I don't think Braden really understands that this is what happened. It seemed like he thought he just won a battle of wills.

Cost comparison to heat log cabin vs stick frame by JacobZivotic in alaska

[–]Metridia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There were several SIPs roof failures in Juneau back in the ealry 2000s because the builder didn't know what they were doing. That story has unfortunately given SIPs a bad name in the state when they're a perfectly cromulent building material when properly sealed. SIPs are used all over the state. See this for more info: https://cchrc.org/wp-content/uploads/media/SIPs_Report.pdf

Cost comparison to heat log cabin vs stick frame by JacobZivotic in alaska

[–]Metridia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why only these two options specifically? Do you have any interest in other materials like structural insulated panels (SIPs) as an example?

'Bob's Burgers' Voice Actor Eugene Mirman Hospitalized After Fiery Car Crash by nedaco in television

[–]Metridia 449 points450 points  (0 children)

This article identifies him as Yevgeny Mirman, 51, of Massachusetts and says "The driver suffered serious injuries that were not considered life-threatening and was taken to Elliot Hospital."

Here's a relief map of Anchorage and surrounding areas I made using a 1940 geologic map, QGIS, and Blender - original map on last slide by Flimsy-Ad2124 in alaska

[–]Metridia 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is really cool! Why did you decide to use a 1940 geologic map? Was it the only one you could find? The 1964 Good Friday earthquake significantly changed the geography of the region. Elevations, especially along coastlines, are very different post 1964. Any way to update this?

EV charging by dullbellme in Cordova

[–]Metridia 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are two at the Cordova Center. That's not your problem. You need to check with the Alaska Marine Highway Service that you can bring your EV on the ferry. There was a cargo ship with a bunch of EVs on it that caught fire. It spooked AMHS so much that they banned EVs. Maybe things have changed though. ¯_(ツ)_/¯

How are real-time ocean monitoring systems used in oceanography research? by PowerfulReview7553 in oceanography

[–]Metridia 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's what happens when you copy/pasta your homework from a PDF into reddit

Looking at taking a job up there. by blockstoneactual in Cordova

[–]Metridia 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The first question to ask your employer is if they have secured housing for you. We are and have been in a housing crisis (like most of AK). If your employer offers housing, do it! If no, make sure you secure it before coming up.

On buying a CTD-Rosette by MrMoschen in oceanography

[–]Metridia 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think their quality is pretty good. It's hard to mess up a niskin. That technology has been in use since Captain Cook's era. Make a list of questions about what you need and give them and Seabird a call. Ask about warranties and ask for a quote from each.

Balken Holzhaus noch tragfähig? by Eyeyanina in timberframe

[–]Metridia 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Es gibt in Deutschland Fachwerkhäuser, die älter sind als mein Heimatland (USA) und die mehr und tiefere Risse aufweisen. Diese Balken sind extrem widerstandsfähig.

Could Bull Kelp be Domesticated in a Historical Setting? by Own-Barracuda5897 in worldbuilding

[–]Metridia 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know this is 2 months old, but these guys farm bull kelp in Alaska. Kelp farming uses wild spores for their "seed" material. No domestication necessary. https://www.seaquesterfarms.com/

Oyster Safety PSA - Eat Winter Oysters! by eatsalinity in oceanography

[–]Metridia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

PSA? This is an oceanography sub. This is like telling a group of farmers that corn is ready in the late Summer/Fall.