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1	Why People Gamble Written by: Skyler Ace | Distributed: 2009-07-29 | Word Count: 721 | Page Views: 108 | Votes: 18 | Rating: 2.94 Gambling is an instinct inherent in all of us. We all gamble. Even if you have never placed a bet in your life, you are still a gambler. Don't believe it? Let's see...
2	Rob Thomas, His Wife, and Her Diamonds Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2009-09-01 | Word Count: 581 | Page Views: 99 | Votes: 25 | Rating: 1.88 Rob Thomas' latest album, Cradlesong, deals with dark issues and adult themes but none is more serious than the illness inflicting his wife Marisol (Maldonado) Thomas. Marisol suffers from a rare autoimmune disorder and her plight was Thomas' muse for Cradlesong's first single, "Her Diamonds."
3	Alberta Angling Tournaments: Spectacular Scenery, Big Purses Written by: Travel Alberta | Distributed: 2006-10-30 | Word Count: 963 | Page Views: 92 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.83 Alberta's fishing tournaments pit angler against angler in a quest for the biggest shimmering walleye and a slice of the $60,600 (Cdn) in prize money.
4	Fish Southern Alberta: Lakes, Streams, Rivers and More Written by: Travel Alberta | Distributed: 2007-01-10 | Word Count: 987 | Page Views: 85 | Votes: 16 | Rating: 2.94 Angling in southern Alberta involves casting for trophy fish amid a vast and spectacular landscape of lakes, streams, reservoirs and one of the world's best fly-fishing rivers.
5	'Dukes of September Rhythm Revue' Tour Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2010-07-28 | Word Count: 548 | Page Views: 69 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 0.00 The Dukes of September play jazz-rock and blue-eyed soul while covering artists like Little Anthony, David Ruffin and Curtis Mayfield. The Dukes of Stratosphear were the alter egos of the British rock band XTC. And they are on tour this year...
6	Banff Hiking Trails Written by: Travel Alberta | Distributed: 2006-12-11 | Word Count: 984 | Page Views: 47 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.43 From trekking into classic teahouses and charming backcountry lodges to around-town strolls, Banff's hiking trails are one of the most extensive hiking networks on earth.
7	The Best Whitewater Rafting Trips for Beginners Written by: Norm Schoenhoff | Distributed: 2008-04-03 | Word Count: 720 | Page Views: 45 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.40 With dozens of whitewater rivers around the Northern California region, it can be challenging to find just the right trip for the beginner whitewater rafting enthusiast. The rivers in the Sierra Nevada Mountains near Lake Tahoe present the most attractive trips for beginners, and these trips are available year around. Here are some of the best whitewater rafting venues for beginners of all ages:
8	A Stingray Tale Written by: Vincent Bossley | Distributed: 2007-04-19 | Word Count: 2442 | Page Views: 45 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.33 The head of Queen Charlotte Sounds are tidal. The tide range is not huge, but the water being as shallow as it is, low tide reveals a great expanse of brownness. Ringed by lush native bush to the waterline, this little corner of Marlborough is paradise to a small boy.
9	Champagne Powder: Try Alberta's Tasty Snow Written by: Travel Alberta | Distributed: 2006-12-15 | Word Count: 974 | Page Views: 44 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.10 With every billowing turn, Alberta's Rocky Mountains prove to skiers why the snow here is the stuff of legends. Though it's best known as champagne powder, the locals also refer to it as "blower" because the lightest puff of breath will spread a handful like so much dust. On the slopes the powder's lightness makes it easy to ski. It swirls around your boots and makes big fans with every turn.
10	The Wild Wild NFC West Written by: Kurt Schumacher | Distributed: 2008-07-15 | Word Count: 1645 | Page Views: 42 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.43 It will be a tight division race, coming down to St. Louis or Arizona. The value play is on St. Louis, at 6.50 to 1 odds, to win the division (the pre-season number on Arizona is 3.25 to 1 odds to win the division). The better play here is St. Louis to win OVER 6.5 games. Our scorecasting models have the 2008 Rams winning 9 games; a deviation of 2.5 games from the Vegas total - which correlates to a strong betting line play.
11	Arabian Horses Are Widely Popular for Good Reason Written by: Robb Fowler | Distributed: 2008-02-21 | Word Count: 710 | Page Views: 40 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.29 Arabian horses have quickly taken their place as one of the most popular breeds in North America. The endurance and lung capacity of the Arabian horses make them a popular option for those who enjoy spending a day out on a long ride.
12	Nike Air Force One 25th Anniversary Written by: Jose Nevarez | Distributed: 2009-03-03 | Word Count: 438 | Page Views: 39 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.00 Sneakers were originally designed for sports men and women, for them to get the maximum out of running, athletics and sports games. Today they are a popular shoe worn by millions all over the world as casual wear. Read this article to learn more about the history of the Nike Air Force One sneakers.
13	Understanding Which Horses Make The Best Barrel Racing Horses Written by: Robb Fowler | Distributed: 2008-02-26 | Word Count: 725 | Page Views: 39 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 1.40 Contrary to what some people believe, not every horse is an ideal candidate for barrel racing. Though there are fewer particulars than there are when looking for a Thoroughbred that will be a winner on the race track, there are a number of different characteristics that will be found in great barrel horses.
14	NFL Training Camp - Is It Too Long? Written by: Jay Nault | Distributed: 2006-08-10 | Word Count: 719 | Page Views: 37 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.22 The demands on NFL teams have grown exponentially over the past couple of decades. It wasn't too long ago that many NFL players, even starters, felt the need to get or hold a "regular" job during the offseason, and used the time spent in training camp to get into playing shape for the regular season. It also used to be that teams played up to six preseason games as opposed to the current four or maybe five exhibitions.
15	Good Clean Fun in the Modern Age Written by: Norm Schoenhoff | Distributed: 2008-03-26 | Word Count: 692 | Page Views: 34 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.40 In today's media-driven society that often promotes unhealthy activities for kids and teenagers, encouraging some good clean fun is becoming a top priority for many parents. Encouraging kids and teenagers to participate in church youth groups, family-friendly activities, and rewarding them with fun and challenging activities are just a few ways to build a strong character, and develop a strong sense of self.
16	Learn How To Overcome Your Subconscious Mind To Improve Your Golf Game And Handicap Written by: Winchel Blanc | Distributed: 2010-02-03 | Word Count: 1465 | Page Views: 34 Obviously, the goal in golf is to get the ball into the hole, in as few strokes as possible. More important than learning a specific technique, to enable the possibility, is to understand the learning process in the game of golf. If you learn to hit the ball fast and straight the first time, then you will naturally lower your handicap. So, for those who are truly interested in improving their golf game, one should strive to make the first stroke hit its mark. This article will guide you through a different way of thinking about how to improve your golf game.
17	Fantasy Baseball - Fool Proof Strategies To Win Written by: Skyler Ace | Distributed: 2009-04-23 | Word Count: 693 | Page Views: 34 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 2.00 Fantasy Baseball is a popular game. The players involved in this game work towards managing imagining team of baseball. This is totally based on the baseball players' real life performance. The players in Fantasy Baseball compete against one another using those players' statistics in order score points.
18	Paintball Guns For Beginners Written by: Jerry Tarrer | Distributed: 2007-04-20 | Word Count: 554 | Page Views: 34 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 1.60 The first uses of paintball guns can be traced back to approximately 1981 when James C. Hal invented them. At that time paintball guns were used primarily by foresters and farmers to mark trees and livestock. In 1985 Robert G. Shepherd came up with the design specifically used for playing paintball games.
19	Divisional Outlook - NL West Written by: Jay Nault | Distributed: 2006-08-15 | Word Count: 715 | Page Views: 33 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 1.78 Despite being widely ripped as the worst division in baseball in 2005, one facet of the division last year on which everyone agreed was the competitiveness, as nearly every team had a chance to win the division late in the season. Once again, no one is out of it in this division in 2006, as every team sits within three games of the others as of this writing.
20	Planning Your River Rafting Trip With The Kids Written by: Norm Schoenhoff | Distributed: 2008-03-27 | Word Count: 750 | Page Views: 32 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 1.25 Most kids will be thrilled to go on a whitewater rafting trip or adventure, and it's a terrific opportunity for a family vacation or get-together. You'll need to pack a few extra items to make sure the trip is fun and safe for everyone involved, and kids will need to dress appropriately for both water and on-shore activities. Here are some other key things to keep in mind as you plan your adventure:
21	Castle Mountain Buffs Up: Alberta's *Jewel of the South* Written by: Travel Alberta | Distributed: 2006-12-14 | Word Count: 956 | Page Views: 32 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.67 When legendary ski-film maker Warren Miller's crew came to Alberta to include Castle Mountain in his newest movie, it sought an unpolished jewel. That's Castle Mountain: on the one hand, an area remote, undeveloped and largely undiscovered; on the other, a mountain with a roots-friendly vibe, huge snow dumps and incredible skiing. It's a skier's paradise that's attracting huge interest.
22	Canadian Rockies and National Parks: Enjoy Stunning Cycling Trails Written by: Travel Alberta | Distributed: 2007-01-08 | Word Count: 1142 | Page Views: 32 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.75 The Canadian Rockies are a breathtaking gateway to a range of activities that will set your heart racing. For those looking for a cycling adventure, you'll have your choice of spectacular parks and trails. From Banff to Jasper and Canmore to Lake Louise, the sky's the limit for Alberta cycling adventures.
23	Dude Ranches, Rodeos and River City Round Ups Written by: Travel Alberta | Distributed: 2006-12-16 | Word Count: 822 | Page Views: 31 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.50 It doesn't matter whether you are a true-blue rancher, or if you've booked a dude ranch vacation. You can grab onto western spirit and take a spin on the dance hall floor, roll a casino wheel or watch the top bucking bull and horse riders in the world take that famous eight-second whirlwind ride. The River City Round Up in Edmonton is a country festival that brings the farm to the city with the Canadian Finals Rodeo and Farmfair International for the week of Nov. 5 to 13.
24	The Heart Of The Thoroughbred Horse Can Only Be Found In Competition Written by: Robb Fowler | Distributed: 2008-04-13 | Word Count: 734 | Page Views: 31 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.57 If you have ever watched the Kentucky Derby or other events in racing's Triple Crown, you have had the opportunity to see Thoroughbred horses. If you're not a racing fan, but watch the news on a regular basis - particularly after the 2006 running of the Kentucky Derby and on through the rest of the year, you're likely familiar with the story of Barbaro, the 2006 Derby winner that was put down after shattering a hind leg during the 2006 Preakness Stakes: the beautiful, calm Thoroughbred Horse was beloved by many.
25	What Is A Ticket Broker, and Can They Really Help Me Get Playoff Tickets? Written by: Triston Nielder | Distributed: 2007-06-18 | Word Count: 799 | Page Views: 31 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.25 If you've ever tried to get sports tickets, concert tickets or theatre tickets, only to find them sold out five minutes after they went on sale, then you may need to locate a ticket broker.
26	Chicago Cubs Pitching Staff The Key To The Success For The 2007 Season Written by: Patrick Hickey Jr. | Distributed: 2007-04-17 | Word Count: 786 | Page Views: 30 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.88 Winning only 66 games last season, not many analysts and scouts were happy with what they saw from the Chicago Cubs last season. While they did have a better than average offensive team in 2006, the pitching staff was a huge question mark. However, with the recent additions of Ted Lilly and Jason Marquis on the team's starting rotation and Lou Piniella behind the bench, the boys at Wrigley may in fact be the sleeper team in the NL Central.
27	Is Your Favorite Team in the AL East? Then Read This Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2009-02-24 | Word Count: 979 | Page Views: 30 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.90 The American League East is arguably the toughest division in Major League Baseball today. The New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox alone are enough to earn that reputation, but now you can add the pennant winning Tampa Bay Rays to the A.L. East's competitive teams.
28	Choosing the Right Horse for Calf Roping Written by: Robb Fowler | Distributed: 2008-03-25 | Word Count: 762 | Page Views: 30 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.13 When it comes to weekends at the rodeo, riders and their horses must be equally athletic. Particularly when it comes to the rodeo's timed events - barrel racing, steer wrestling and calf roping - athleticism is essential. The success of the rodeo cowboy is measured as much by having the right horse, as it is by the cowboy's athletic skills and timing.
29	Easily Access Alberta's Fly-In Fishing Lodges Written by: Travel Alberta | Distributed: 2007-01-08 | Word Count: 888 | Page Views: 30 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 0.50 Northern Alberta's fly-in fishing lodges offer some of the best fresh-water fishing in the world. They're remote, pristine and professionally managed and run.
30	Improve Your Golf Swing In 30 Minutes With Six Simple Golf Swing Tips Written by: Sam White | Distributed: 2011-12-07 | Word Count: 1230 | Page Views: 29 In-depth article explaining how to perfect your golf swing in six steps covering everything from the pivot to the mental game.
31	Big Ben Guides Young Bulls Written by: Patrick Hickey Jr. | Distributed: 2007-01-15 | Word Count: 717 | Page Views: 29 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.33 Finishing the 2006 season with more than 40 wins for the second year in a row, the Chicago Bulls knew they were still missing that certain something to shoot themselves through the ranks of NBA mediocrity. Something along the lines of the six foot nine, 240 pounds of grit, hustle, unshakable determination and power the likes of Ben Wallace to be exact.
32	Arenas on His Own Path to Greatness Written by: Patrick Hickey Jr. | Distributed: 2007-01-16 | Word Count: 597 | Page Views: 29 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.67 When someone thinks about elite players in the NBA, guys like Carmelo Anthony, Dewayne Wade and Lebron James immediate come to mind, while an individual such as Gilbert Arenas, who has similar numbers Anthony, Wade and James is totally left out of the mainstream limelight.
33	The Resurgence of Scrabble Written by: Trevor Johnson | Distributed: 2008-01-08 | Word Count: 466 | Page Views: 27 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.20 Today, Scrabble is not merely just a board game. It is an internationally competitive - mind sport - with an active competitive circuit, Scrabble Clubs, National Associations and World Championships.
34	The Opening Ceremony of the 2008 Olympics Written by: Jennifer Adams | Distributed: 2008-09-02 | Word Count: 750 | Page Views: 27 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.00 When I watched the Opening Ceremony, I was entranced. It began with giant footprints in the sky made of fireworks, leading the way to the stadium. The stadium was built specifically for the Olympics in the shape of a bird's nest, which is considered a lucky symbol in China. It was amazing.
35	Canada's Top Indoor Rodeo: Cowboys Ready for Action Written by: Travel Alberta | Distributed: 2006-12-13 | Word Count: 1057 | Page Views: 26 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.00 Saddle Bronc rider Jess Martin will measure his first Canadian Finals Rodeo by eight-second intervals as he struggles to stay on a bucking horse bent on giving him the ride of his life in Edmonton, Alberta. Eight seconds is all he needs on the leaping and twisting animal to score during the country's biggest indoor rodeo. Eight seconds in front of 16,000 cheering fans packing Rexall Place as this Canadian gateway city goes hog wild from Nov. 8–12.
36	Banff Springs Eternal Written by: Travel Alberta | Distributed: 2006-12-13 | Word Count: 590 | Page Views: 26 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.56 Designed in 1928 by Canada's most revered golf course architect, Stanley Thompson, this incredibly scenic golf course was the first golf course to cost $1-million. It was money well spent, and today Sports Illustrated calls the Banff Springs (along with the Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course) one of the two greatest mountain golf courses ever built.
37	Will the Boston Red Sox Win the World Series Again This Year? Written by: Mark Anderson | Distributed: 2008-02-21 | Word Count: 762 | Page Views: 25 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 1.20 That is the question on everyone's mind in Red Sox Nation as the baseball season gets ready to start. This off-season was busy, especially with the steroids controversy heating up after the Mitchell report was issued. The good news is that during the off-season, the Red Sox managed to keep most of the 2007's World Series winning team intact.
38	Love and the Red Sox - How the Red Sox Prepared Me For Dating Written by: Barbara Grassey | Distributed: 2007-11-14 | Word Count: 956 | Page Views: 25 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.20 The Boston Red Sox are riding high again with another World Series Championship. Red Sox fans are known for their long-suffering love and dedication to a team that struggled for 86 years before winning another World Series. Let me share with you what I have learned about the roller coaster ride of love and dating, through the eyes of a Boston Red Sox fan.
39	Red Sox Offense For 2007 Season Ready To Strike Written by: Patrick Hickey Jr. | Distributed: 2007-04-19 | Word Count: 720 | Page Views: 25 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 4.13 Despite winning 86 games last season, Red Sox GM Theo Epstein knew that his team needed a bigger infusion of power and speed. As much as the fans at Fenway respected the hard-working Alex Gonzalez and loved long-time Red Sox outfielder Trot Nixon, Epstein knew that in order for his team to get to the next level, they needed more.
40	Red Sox Staff Reshaped For New Year Written by: Patrick Hickey Jr. | Distributed: 2007-01-17 | Word Count: 840 | Page Views: 25 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.67 Failing to make the playoffs for the first time in four years, the Boston Red Sox have re-tooled a pitching staff that battled inconsistency and was infected by the injury bug last season, bringing in a host of capable arms into the bullpen and adding both a familiar face and a new one into the starting rotation.
41	Pitching Hot Stuff Derek Lowe Written by: Lynda Belcher | Distributed: 2009-07-08 | Word Count: 568 | Page Views: 25 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.40 As a bonafide Atlanta Braves fan, let me just say that I don't easily excite over specific players. The whole game is so diluted with the comings and goings of various players, it's hard sometimes to keep up with who is on what team this season. I mean, you know the drill...
42	Pittsburgh Steelers - Don't Count on a Repeat Written by: Mike Ricigliani | Distributed: 2006-09-13 | Word Count: 641 | Page Views: 24 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 1.75 Fans in the Steel City have been on Cloud 9 since February when the Steelers outlasted the Seahawks and clinched their fifth Lombardi Trophy. Don't expect the euphoria to last, though.
43	Roger Daltrey, Who Are You? Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2009-09-02 | Word Count: 605 | Page Views: 24 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.75 Roger Daltrey has been inappropriately maligned throughout his career. He's the front man for one of the greatest rock bands of all-time, The Who. Yet when names are tossed around as to who is the greatest lead-singer in rock and roll history his name never seems to come up. Why is that?
44	Losing Weight - A Body in Motion Written by: Larry Tobin | Distributed: 2010-09-02 | Word Count: 853 | Page Views: 24 Newton tells us that a body in motion will stay in motion unless acted upon; likewise, a body at rest will stay at rest until acted upon. This gives us a powerful metaphor for the difficulties of getting into a proper, healthy exercise habit that can help shed weight and keep it off. If we can break our old habits and get ourselves into a good, strong routine of healthy habits, we will find they are much easier to maintain. This applies just as much to exercise as to any other habit we have in mind. Taking it step by step (literally!) can make all the difference in the world.
45	NBA Locks Out Referees, What Does It Mean For Fans? Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2009-10-22 | Word Count: 547 | Page Views: 23 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 1.75 With their contract expired and negations at a standstill, the NBA has locked out its referees and announced it will begin using replacements officials. So what? It's just a bunch of short, old guys (and one old woman) running around blowing whistles or not blowing whistles.
46	Castle Expands Mountain: Deep, Steep and Still Cheap Written by: Travel Alberta | Distributed: 2006-12-13 | Word Count: 900 | Page Views: 23 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 0.50 Castle Mountain is as counter-culture as the roots of snowboarding and a haven of steep and deep. Now, it's blossoming. Just the right mix for a Warren Miller film. This spring the legendary ski and snowboard moviemaker's film crew came to Castle to see what the rumours were about.
47	I Am Not A Golfing Instructor, But I Played One On The Internet Written by: Bill Platt | Distributed: 2010-01-29 | Word Count: 1990 | Page Views: 23 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 3.50 I have a unique job, as a professional article ghostwriter, which forces me to do research on topics that I may not normally be interested in learning. Certainly, golf was one of those topics I thought I would never learn about in my life. Now that I have taken the time to learn about the fundamentals of golf, I am glad that I did... But you will be surprised as to why...
48	Hockey News: NHL Preview 2009 Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2009-10-22 | Word Count: 1045 | Page Views: 23 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 0.00 Most NHL teams start their training camps the weekend of Sept. 12th. The puck is dropped on the regular season Oct. 1. Due to the Winter Olympics the NHL All-Star game is suspended this season. Instead the league will shut down from Feb. 15 through Feb. 28 to allow NHL players to skate with their respective countries.
49	Making The Cut Written by: Robert Middleton | Distributed: 2007-06-20 | Word Count: 552 | Page Views: 23 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.75 One of the hardest working groups of Independent Professionals out there are professional golfers. It may look like they have an easy job just hitting a ball around while enjoying the outdoors, but as Paul Harvey says, 'Here's the rest of the story...'
50	Chicago Cubs Offense Runs Deep For The 2007 Season Written by: Patrick Hickey Jr. | Distributed: 2007-04-16 | Word Count: 876 | Page Views: 23 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.40 While no one doubts that adding Alfonso Soriano and getting Derek Lee back healthy will be a huge benefit for the Cubs this season, upon closer inspection, some of the smaller pieces added to the team's offensive game plan in 2007 look like they may in fact be able to play an even bigger role in the team's success.
51	Backcountry Bliss in the Canadian Rockies Written by: Travel Alberta | Distributed: 2006-12-05 | Word Count: 824 | Page Views: 22 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 2.25 The idea of an Alberta hike – as a family – began last spring when my husband and I decided we desperately needed a challenge: Something that would recharge our sluggish lives, reunite us a family and test each individual's staying power.