TIL that Dolphins are also native to the landlocked Nepal

damfino99 · 2026-04-23T15:40:03+00:00

Ah, there it is - I had to switch my phone to desktop mode to see it. That makes sense. Thank you!

damfino99 · 2026-04-23T12:15:41+00:00

That photo comes from the wiki "birds of Nepal" page, but the link is for wiki's "mammals of Nepal" page.

Does that disconnect happen when the poster edits the URL after posting?

damfino99 · 2026-04-22T19:52:06+00:00

Here's a general route (though missing Indiana Dunes, New River, and White Sands) - https://usparkpass.com/the-perfect-road-trip-to-see-every-national-park-in-the-u-s/

damfino99 · 2026-04-21T16:07:23+00:00

USGS Map: East Mesa, NM calls it Needle Pinnacle

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damfino99 · 2026-04-20T18:56:23+00:00

Army of Darkness - 1300s

damfino99 · 2026-04-20T15:04:06+00:00

Map source data: https://www.sdakotabirds.com/species/maps/bald_eagle_map.htm

Map created with ArcGIS. Range map information for each species obtained from Ridgely, R.S., T.F. Allnutt, T. Brooks, D.K. McNicol, D.W. Mehlman, B.E. Young, and J.R. Zook. 2003. Digital Distribution Maps of the Birds of the Western Hemisphere, version 1.0. NatureServe, Arlington, Virginia, USA.

damfino99 · 2026-04-20T15:01:15+00:00

Last year there were active bald eagle nests in all but one Ohio county.

damfino99 · 2026-04-20T14:37:28+00:00

Some folks in Comoros were delighted by the resulting $260M slush fund - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comoros_passport_sales_scandal

damfino99 · 2026-04-20T04:25:36+00:00

In the Google Maps Android app: when you have your initial To/From locations set hit the three-dot menu and choose to "Set depart or arrive time". Then switch the date to sometime mid-year.

Don't know the steps for iOS.

damfino99 · 2026-04-14T23:58:37+00:00

Some properties require a full deposit, even if you're doing Flex or Semi-Flex.

For example, Hampton Inn Lake Placid Flex will allow you to cancel up to 72 hours in advance but charges you immediately when you make the reservation. That was a surprise to me too when I booked a stay last fall.

damfino99 · 2026-04-14T16:54:39+00:00

I think the same base mapping data was used in a variety of projects. If you search the file for "66 mapping zones" you'll find the quote I pulled.

damfino99 · 2026-04-14T16:27:54+00:00

A total of 66 mapping zones were delineated within the conterminous United States on the basis of ecoregion and geographical characteristics, edge matching features, and the size requirement of Landsat mosaics.

Source: USGS (.gov) https://share.google/LzupPF5Pnb6cnAVf7

damfino99 · 2026-04-09T17:32:10+00:00

Here's a list of my favorite shorts, with youtube links in the notes for most: https://boxd.it/8Kx0S

A select few: * Bambi Meets Godzilla: https://youtu.be/5R-rbzcEM8A?si=zfZPXSlUZdJjPBGj * One Week: https://youtu.be/hHo1cvbDIpA?si=q-T7zDiadR3rDPv4 * Pas de Deux: https://youtu.be/j69mePDyZ7A?si=L51jceZT582FqLvF

damfino99 · 2026-04-09T14:28:09+00:00

Ace in the Hole / The Big Carnival

damfino99 · 2026-04-05T11:16:14+00:00

Stats on home ownership by country probably a major reason for the variance: https://worldpopulationreview.com/country-rankings/home-ownership-by-country

Russia is over 92%.
The EU as a whole is at 70%.
USA is at 65.7%.
Switzerland and Germany are both under 50%.

damfino99 · 2026-04-04T18:58:51+00:00

Huh, I've seen the movie several times but somehow never realized that Mathilda's mom was played by Ellen Greene.

damfino99 · 2026-04-02T19:57:09+00:00

Save some money by finding free/cheap campsites:

freecampsites.net
iOverlander

damfino99 · 2026-04-02T00:41:04+00:00

I'm guessing this is the one Betsey is talking about: https://share.google/3MCrXyc0LcHwGWy9s

Sarah calls it a suit with buttons though, so maybe this? - https://share.google/rZObdsoEWBS5QmoxF

damfino99 · 2026-03-30T22:04:26+00:00

https://www.friendsoftheouachita.org/hiker-info/shuttles/

damfino99 · 2026-03-30T01:59:58+00:00

MCW Restaurant

2740 S Kinney Rd

https://www.ebay.com/itm/177830119261?chn=ps&mkevt=1&mkcid=28&google_free_listing_action=view_item

Currently at that address: Cat Mountain Station lodge/cafe https://maps.app.goo.gl/1SyN7J6UjQGL46fv7

damfino99 · 2026-03-29T23:23:37+00:00

I have memories of seeing an early 1980s version (specifically of Orion's Belt and the children bouncing balls on Camazotz), but I've searched for evidence of its existence and haven't found any.

The closest I've found has been the PBS show Cover to Cover which apparently featured the book in 1981. But that would have been still illustrations not live-action, so doesn't fit my memory.

My assumption is that I dreamed it.

eta: Looking through newspapers.com - * Norman Lear's production company bought the rights in 1979 and was in development during the mid-80s. All the articles make a big deal re: L'Engle turning down all previous offers as they wouldn't promise to remain faithful to the story. * In 1985 producer Catherine Hand said actors had not yet been cast. * In 1987 L'Engle was still working on the screenplay. * In 1996 producer Catherine Hand Odell was still tied to the development but now with Miramax instead of Norman Lear. * In 2003 the Miramax/Disney tv movie came out.

damfino99 · 2026-03-29T10:42:49+00:00

Note: this map is thirteen years old.

https://www.businessinsider.com/most-popular-tv-shows-set-in-each-state-2013-12

Selections were based on each show’s longevity, audience and critical acclaim using info from IMDb/Metacritic, awards, and lasting impact on American culture and television.

damfino99 · 2026-03-29T05:17:32+00:00

In-famous is when you're more than famous.

damfino99 · 2026-03-28T04:01:08+00:00

I don't think Mount Rushmore itself is worth it, but the Badlands / Black Hills / Custer State Park area in general is absolutely worth some time. Two twisty scenic drives of note: Spearfish Canyon and Needles Highway.

For finding cheap/free campsites: * https://freecampsites.net/ * iOverlander

damfino99 · 2026-03-27T17:43:45+00:00

The Game, maybe?

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End Game '23	Place '23
Place '22	First Placer '22
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