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Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Lenticular clouds - pretty but dangerous.



Lenticular clouds are stationary lens-shaped clouds that form at high altitudes, normally aligned perpendicular to the wind direction. Lenticular clouds can be separated into altocumulus standing lenticularis (ACSL), stratocumulus standing lenticular (SCSL), and cirrocumulus standing lenticular (CCSL).

Power pilots tend to avoid flying near lenticular clouds because of the turbulence of the rotor systems that accompany them, but sailplane pilots actively seek them out. The precise location of the rising air mass is fairly easy to predict from the orientation of the clouds. "Wave lift" of this kind is often very smooth and strong, and enables gliders to soar to remarkable altitudes and great distances. The current gliding world records for both distance (over 3,000 km; 1,864 mi) and altitude (15,460 m; 50,721 ft) were set using such lift.

Family Fun Opportunity September 12th



My good buddy Ken Hanson wanted me to put out the word the annual Panhandle Antique Tractor Association "Tractor-Fest" takes place on September 12th at the High Plains Children's Home on south Western.

Who knew one could have so much fun playing with farm machinery!

There will be dozens of antique tractors on display, food, games, contests, giveaways and fun. Bring the kiddos and bring your camera!

There's no charge for the show (unless you want to partake in the grilled hamburger lunch) with the proceeds benefitting the High Plains Children's Home.

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Oh what a beautiful morning ...

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