Knothole October 9, 1991 Vol 44 No 5

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October 9, 1991 Vol. 44 No.5 TOM SAYS: SEE A GOOSE 100 DAYS WITH THE USFS , REPORT A GOOSE THE COST OF A PENCIL by Kim Shenefiel

This semester I am enrolled in Environmental Conservation Com- For reasons not fully understood, large Natural Resource Economics with Dr. missioner Thomas C. Jorling has numbers of geese breeding in northern Canham. Lately, he has been talking called upon the public to help collect Canada ( the "migrant" geese seen in about the cost to a firm of doing what research data on one of New York's New York during spring and early au- they do. As my mind wandered dur- most familiar waterfowl species - tumn) now migrate shorter distances ing one lecture, I found myself think- the Canada goose. "If you see a Can- south and spend more time in areas ing about the cost to the Forest Ser- ada goose with a white collar on its north of their traditional wintering vice of conducting the forest survey I neck, reporting that sighting to the sites. was part of this summer. Department of Environmental Con- Continued on page 3 servation could help waterfowl biolo- Let's think about everything the top gists learn more about the changes payer is paying for here. The forest occurring in the distribution and survey crew out of Ogden, Utah, is re- abundance if this important wildlife DID YOU sponsible for completing the forest in- species," Jorling noted. ventory for Montana, Idaho, Utah,

KNOW? Wyoming, Colorado, Nevada, Arizo-

Over the next six years, biologists na, New Mexico and part of North in 16 eastern states and several Cana- Did you know that Small Stores Dakota once every ten years. Each

, from Prince Edward season dian provinces has a test file service? An open test , they pay for the trucks and Island to Georgia, will be cooperating file is kept in Small Stores for the equipment we use and the trailers we in a new study documenting move- benefit of all students on the ESF live in. The trucks were 1989 Ford ments and survival rates of Canada campus. 4x4"s with special, heavy duty tires for geese throughout much of their Although we do have many tests, off road use and electric winches to range. The project is being coordi- not every class has a folder in our get us out of any tight spots. We had nated by Dr. Jay Hestbeck of the U.S. test file. The tests that are available 12 trucks. The trailers ranged from Fish and Wildlife Service at Amherst are there for students to borrow , , pho- old and battered to new and shiny.

Massachusetts. DEC personnel tocopy, and then return. The files We had 12 of them also. The field

. throughout New York are participat- are loaned on a one test per ID basis equipment, typical of most forest op- ing in the study by putting collars This may seem like an extreme erations, cost about $500 per person. ("neckbands") and aluminum leg- amount of collateral to demand for a test; however bands on selected flocks of geese in , this will hopefully en- They paid for monthly oil changes courage people to return tests for each vehicle mid-summer and mid-winter, and by , new tires (yearly and reporting sightings of collared geese promptly. Tests are used by the en- in emergencies), and lots and lots of in New York to Dr. Hestbeck. tire student body, they are not there gas. Because we lived in trailers and

for individuals to keep through the stayed in campgrounds, they paid for

date of their exams. The project now underway is a fol- the campgrounds, propane fuel, trailer low-up to a study of neckbanded If you have any tests from classes repairs and upkeep. In addition to all geese that New York participating in previously taken either at SU or ESF this, they paid hourly wages. from 1983-90. The previous study we will accept donations during any on the changing winter distribution of normal operating hours, otherwise When everything is totaled, they geese in the eastern United States. slip them under the door of Small spend a lot of money on the forest Stores (B-19 Marshall). Continued on page 3 October 9, 1991 The Knothole Page 2 |

Editor Heather Engelman Letters

News Editor Letter to the Editor: Beth Bragg A Response to September 25th"s letter to the editor and last Copy Editor week,s address made by Kevin Hutton: Debbie Greco

Business Manager Please let it be known that I did not claim to represent all ES stu- James Sahm dents at the September 16 USA meeting and would never attempt to do so. Generally important Staff G. Andrew Bartholomay I am very disappointed in the way this assumption was made at Wayne Clifford my expense and that the issues regarding the Carousel Center and Win Everham campus recycling were never addressed. Ron King Scott Klopfer Tamara Steger Tracy Liesche " Kim Shenefiel Not just another cheerleader for the status quo" Suja Thomas Inga Williams Letter from the Editor: Distribution Manager Clarification of the Editorial Policy Ed Servatius After a brief talk with the Knothole advisor, I realized I was errant in fully Printers explaining the editorial policy. While letters to the Editor must be signed, au-

Steve Darrow thors may request that their names not be printed. In fact, we have a folder of "letters with no names" in our office wailing for their writers to step forward Advisors and say "I am responsible for those opinions." We have also waited to print a Dr. Jim Heffernan few items of a news oriented nature because the content was unclear (at least

Gwynne May until someone came to clarify the information). So remember, it helps us all if you put your name and phone number on anything that you submit so we may Policy/Deadline contact you if questions arise. The Knothole is the student The staff would also like to take time to explain our "Rush Ads" feature, as publication of the State University of New York College of Environmental we have learned that some of our community has been offended. We had hoped Science and Forestry. It is published merely to express our own disdain for the poor taste exercised by these organi- every Wednesday during the school zations. We had tried to bring this home with Debbie Greco's spoof of these ad- year. The deadline for submitting vertisements. She drew 2 frat men with "flip-top" heads, one with a significant- pieces for publication is Thursday, ly larger brain. The caption read "There really is a difference." Because, and I 4:00 pm, of the week before they are to appear. (On disk, The deadline is believe I speak for the whole staff, that is more attractive than the attitudes pro- Friday, 12 noon.) Letters to the jected by this sort of drivel. Editor will not be printed unless they arc signed. Articles must also contain Sincerely, the writer"s name (names will be Heather Engelman withheld upon request). The opinions expressed are those of the writer only and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the paper,s staff or anyone else affiliated with the College. We strongly encourage any counterviews, The Knothole wishes to thank Steve Holbrook For articles, notices, suggestions, and new staff members. The Knothole staff meets in Room 22 in the basement of doing the layout in this week1s edition (thus giving Bray, Wednesdays at 5:00 pm. Phone: the usual folks a needed vacation). 470-6892. October 9, 1991 The Knothole Page 3 REPORT A GOOSE 100 DAYS GAMMA DELTA THETA Continued from page 1 Continued from page 1 NEWS This semester marks the first rush In January 1990, more than survey crew. Talking to my camp ever held by the new sorority on cam- 115,000 geese were counted in New leader, a graduate of ESF, one day York during annual waterfowl popula- about this, he estimated that the office pus, Gamma Delta Theta. Last fall seventeen women came together to tion surveys, reaching an all-time spent $5000 per person for each day high. It is believed that this increase in the field! He also said that the form the first sorority on the ESF campus. The goals of these women is due to the growth of resident popu- more people working, the less expen- lations sive it would be because the more were developed to unify and create , whereas migrant populations workers opportunities for other women whose may have declined since the early , the fewer days in the field, 1980,s. the shorter the season. interests were to promote environmental awareness and a strong social con- Sightings of neckbanded Canada Toward the end of my summer sciousness through a traditional greek geese by trained observers, birdwatch- stay, our field supervisor held a organization. ers, homeowners and hunters, all con- morning meeting. He told the crew tribute to the success of neckband that the office was not happy with our In the past year the sisters have sur- studies. This is where everyone can request for more pencils. It seems prisingly managed to compose a con- help. Anyone observing a neckband- that too many of these pencils (cost- stitution representative only of their ed goose should report their sighting ing $.75 each) were being lost in the organization, request approval from as soon as possible to the wildlife field and the office was unhappy with SUNY ESF and Syracuse University, hold elections staff at any DEC regional office or to the cost of having to buy more. We , execute formal pin- the DECs Game Bird Unit were stunned ning, and establish committees to or- , Wildlife , to say the least. We ganize this years rush and pledge Resources Center, Delmar, N.Y. had spent hundreds of hours in the term. The sisters have accomplished a 12054. The new neckbands are white field climbing over cliffs, wading great deal in the short time given. De- and conical in shape with a three- through streams, and clawing our character code consisting of large way through underbrush and had only manding hours and ambitious efforts black letters lost one increment borer have unified this newly formed organ- , numbers or symbols that , and a can be read through binoculars at up couple of measuring tapes and they ization immensely. The sisters have to 100 yards away. Yellow collars were upset that we had lost a few successfully reached one of their well biggest goals, to create opportunities from the previous study are cylindri- ( , more than a few) pencils! cal in shape and have a four-character for other women on campus with code. When I came back to Dr. Canham's common interests. For the information to be useful to lecture , I had to laugh to myself. researchers, reports should include the Where does my summer experience Rush for Gamma Delta Theta offi- following information: color of neck- fit into Dr. Canham's models? Where cially ended September 21st. Pledge- band, complete three- or four- else would the cost of buying a few ship begins October 7th for those 19 " s women seeking sistership in the soror- character code in sequence, observer extra pencils be more damaging than ity. A warm welcome from the found- name, address and telephone number, buying a new $100 increment borer? ing sisters of Gamma Delta Theta and date and time of observation, exact lo- News from Kappa Phi Delta CONGRATULATIONS to the Alpha cation of sighting, estimated size of flock and habitat where the birds were By Cherry Pledge Class of 1991. Michelle Balzano seen, such as cut cornfield, mowed Well Stumpies, what can I say? Jenny Kupp lawn, lake, pond, etc.. Hunters or anyone else who en- Another week has passed and down Mary Beth Bataglia counter a dead neckbanded goose here on the park we are feeling it. Katherine McConvey should report the same information to The tests are starting to roll in and the Theresa Dello Russo the address listed on the legband. For brothers are going to classes finally. Stacey Melnyk more information about the Canada There have been sightings of study Amy Edwards goose study, contact any DEC wild- groups within the house (Puff, Floun- Barbara O'Dwyer life office. der, and Rooster). But we are not all Sarah Frasca business down here. Slinky has tak- Jen Schroeck Edward S. Feldmann en up the happy hour trail and so has Melissa Hauck

the entire second floor. We also have (518) 457-5400 Sandy Segovia ic. plans for a camping trip and a few Jen Horan more parties before this semester is Brahmi Seth 6**;" done. Did I mention that we now Stacy Krug --1 . - 1', pV - have a great bunch of pledges? We Lisa Stievater

do. Stick together,guys,and enjoy it. Pam Kunzelmann Well C- " , that is all the news and I am Joe lie Vallee outta here! Melissa Young October 9 The Knothole , 1991 Page . ] The Way of the Whale Watcher Monthly Music (Mostly Metal) by Amy E. Palmer by Neil Pederson Friday The Thirteenth has never It was a great weekend with the been so wild 'ol On September 6, I had the opportu- , wacky, and just plain Wildlife Society, GREAT job Jus- " weird for the Wildlife Society (how s tin!! Thanks for all the hard work nity to see the band Egypt. I had that for alliteration?). Have you ever you did in planning the trip. I hope looked forward to the show after see- tried to drive a car without the keys?? everyone who's interested in learning ing their slick poster on the previous Well , don"t try it 'cuz all you get is a about "The Wild Life" joins our meet- Friday; hint #1. Upon arriving I no-

noisy wonder wagon, if you"re wonder- ings on Mondays - look for posters ticed their tour is sponsored by Miller

ing what this means, just ask Kristy announcing time and place. Brewing Company; hint #2. After Butler. After a fun time at the Outing their stage was set up, their roadie said " Club house we were off "like a prom We are planning a fabulous journey , Make some noise, maybe you to Hawk Mountain soon can get them on stage."; hint #3. The dress" (the infamous saying of Karen , and hope- G.) to Cape Cod to enjoy a weekend of fully some volunteer work at Montez- guitarist came on stage and did a gran- ' wildlife watching, particularly whales. uma. I hope to see y all get involved diose solo: hint #4. The singer/bassist Sometime try playing "catch the can" with this fantastically wonderous or- comes out and says, "Hey mother between two cars, it's quite the chal- ganization. Seeya!!! (copulators)! Let's rock this (fe- lenge! ces)hole!"; hint #5. I should have re- Room With a View alized by now, but 1 gave them the benefit of the doubt. We f inally arrived in Brewster, MA, by G. Andrew Bartholomay after losing Bill and Dave (by the

, The majority of their songs started way their new movie is excellent), late As I learned from my t-shirt experi- that night. It was great to sleep out of ence, I have to keep up with the times. with the promise of quality funk/rock. doors again! Ah, fresh air!! The songs quickly deteriorated into The latest trend in comedy, advertis- ing, and fraternity rush is the 10 best something like Night Ranger. The Early the next day we all stopped by list. So, in an attempt to remain cur- bassist wanted to be Flea (Red Hot the Audubon Sanctuary for a few rent I'd like to offer my own 10 best. Chili Peppers) and/or Les Claypool hours. Knowledgeable "Ranger" Bob (Primus), while the guitarist wanted to be Eddie Van Halen. The drummer taught us quite a few thangs about Top 10 Reasons to be Thankful for coastal wetlands and its wildlife. He The New World Order: was content to be generic. had us use a Seine net to collect marine 10) The US is #1 in order. critters. Ranger Bob will always re- I can see the publicity (propaganda) 9) If you're not thankful, you may member us as being the cheering sec- boardroom of Miller's: find a patriot missile up your " tion for the terns, since they were being Volvo's tail pipe. Let"s buy into the funk/rock hap- chased by those mean ,ol seagulls. The pening to show the kids we are hip." 8) The New World Order comes with " highlight for me was seeing three Kes- a free Buffalo Bills sports cup Yeah! This Egypt band could be trels, snowy egrets, and a kittiwake. our Blue Mild Pepperchinis!" if you buy large fries. " Mint! We could have them cover 7) Bankers no longer lose sleep That afternoon we wandered through worrying about risky loans. a mainstream song funked up kinda Provincetown (where there was a "hap- like Faith No More does!" " 6) Ted Koppel sounds really cool " py convention going on...), finally Gnarly! We could have them do when he says, "New World boarding the Dolphin Fleet reasearch Order." Mr Rodger's Neighborhood theme vessel. As we cruised out into the At- song!" (which they did). 5) The President and the Supreme "Tres chic!" lantic Ocean we came upon a group of Court can ignore that pesky Pilot whales who had been beached a Constitution. week before. Fortunately for the After Egypt ruined Aerosmith"s 4) The New World Order comes " whales, there were enough trained vol- 's side Sweet Emotion" ( a remake called equipped with driver " unteers to help them get back into the air-bag. Sweet Erection"...enuff said!), it was water before too many died. 3) A new enemy was created just in evident that half of the experienced time for the fall of commu- Columbia, South Carolina music fans After a while we saw a mother nism. did not buy into Miller's scheme.

Scary thing is, half of the crowd be- humpback and her calf, Salt and Salsa. 2) Humans around the world are free I guess there was a full turning breech, lieved they were experiencing the to be grammatically tortured "new breed of funkrockasaurus." but I was getting a drink of cocoa with and syntactically misbegotten. Dave so we only saw the splash - 1) Everybody kept forgetting what the They must be the same people that en- which was mighty BIG!!! After that Old World Order was. joy Miller's watered down, so-called

beer (funny, very exciting and funfilled day we (This list was compiled in a highly everything Miller's touches turns to water except their contami- crashed back at the campsite, then left scientific manner and is statistically the next day. significant at an alpha level of 1.00.) nation of community wells). Continued on page 5 |_October 9, 1991_ The Knoihole Pa«e 5 I _ _ Monthly Music are called Smashing Pumpkins. Win E,s Movie review The three man Continued from page 4 , one woman quartet by Win Everham from Chicago uniquely combine the This week's cheap movie house se- Our only hope is that a comet will do best of the '60's - '90's. Psychadel- to Egypt what was done to the dino- lection is HOT SHOTS! It is showing iia, acid rock, guitar crunch, and at the Westcott through Thursday and saurs. funk metal are present on their at the Hollywood, the Manlius, and choice piece of pie Gish. Ranging the Tri-County. If you liked AIR- Hint #6, avoid Egypt like Vanilla from the funk of "I Am One" to the Ice, unless you think that either are the PLANE and THE NAKED GUN, or if Doorsish psychedelia of "suffer" to you hated TOP GUN, you"ll probably new breed. the 1991 driving song of the year " enjoy this satire of the latter. This Bury Me" (it's rolling bass really film does have a bit more sexual un- The amount of new music this "Rhi- moves), to the mellowness of dertones than the AIRPLANE series. month is incredible. I will just scratch " noceros and "Daydream" to the in- Charlie Sheen plays the Tom Cruise the surface. First up is the new album credible funk/psychedelic/metal , is a by Rush, Roll the Bones. Rush is now " character who rides a motorcycle classic Siva", this is a debut album maverick , had a father with a cloudy in the middle age of their career; going not to be missed. Lately, I have not back to basic rock, trying to keep up past, has confrontations with another been able to get enough of it, like flyer, and falls for the beautiful psy- with the times, but mellowing with good_(you fill in what's good age. What comes across is a smooth chiatrist. Actually the movie is full of for you, yeah, it's that good). 'Nuff references to other films, some obvi- piece of music with enough kick left to said, I can only rage so much. keep one's attention. They also put ous and some not. Watch for the COCKTAIL takeoffs, and you"ll have forth their philosophies of life. Stand Singles:...Queensrvche has released " to remember THE MARATHON out tracks are : Roll the Bones" with a dark "Scarbo- , spooky version of " MAN to fully appreciate the stop in it"s spoken word part (rap), "Where's rough Fair (Simon & Garfunkel) My Thing?"(part iv), "Gangsters of the dentist's chair near the end of the on import CD recorded during a film. Boats" Trilogy), a hot, funkified instru- gloomy period in their career; it mental, "Ghost of a Chance" a pretty shows...Steve Morse has a hot num- I have to admit that this type of hu- piece commenting on the chance cross- ber called "Rush Morning Traffic" ing of lovers paths, and "Neurotica", a mor is not my favorite. But in any on an IRS records guitarist compila- film where the jokes are jammed as lowdown, grungy riff based tune. For tion; smokin'!...U2 Atchung, Baby densely as this one, even if you only those who like Presto, pick this up. is pushed back 'til late October or For those looking for something new like one out of three, you will still get mid November...I will not be re- plenty of laughs. I also had the bene- and exciting, read on, I have a secret. viewing Guns and Roses Use Your fit of a laugh track, one guy in the Illusion 1 and 2 so anyone who back of the theater thought every joke Tesla is back with their third studio would like to give their thoughts on disc, Psychotic Supper. They have put was great. It really was kind of fun to them and be published in the Knot- watch closely and try not to miss any out an album combining the best of hole write me c/o the Knothole. their last three efforts. High energy of the jokes in the background, like " Anyone who would like to review ' the chain locks on the tepee. And rock is captured in Edison's Medi- ve missed can in a new " anything I stick around for the credits cine and "Don't De-Rock Me" while , there's a feature of my column "Guest Critic" bit extra thrown in there too. their humor, party attitude comes out (pretty creative, eh?). Even if you in "Government Personnel" and "Toke would like to rebut any of my re- I liked it , but then I am easy to About It." Deep love is discussed on views, this is your chance....Peace " please. What You Give" and a sense of re- in the Middle East and in the White " sponsibility is felt on the track Free- House. dom Slaves", which deals with the Watson has POISON on Wednes- plight of the Native Americans. A fine day and Thursday, HIS GIRL FRI- tribute for the late Def Lepard guitarist The Wildlife Society DAY on Sunday, and A SHOT IN Steve Clark is presented in the piece Presents THE DARK next Tuesday. Gifford "Song and Emotion." No matter what has BOYZ N THE HOOD on Friday side of the Def Lepard fence you sit and Saturday. The Westcott has Glenn Johnson BRITISH ANIMATION INVASION on, Clark was a talented musician de- ' serving of a tribute. Tesla touches on and the Topic of starting this Friday. I ve never heard all of their roots: rock, blues, metal and Raptor Identification of it, but the advertisement looked in- acoustic down home boogie. An excel- teresting, so if you're not going away lent chunk of rock for those that often Following the Prehawk Mountain this weekend, check it out. have to do 68 minute drives, and even Meeting on Wednesday, P.S. Extra credit for the Birds and fir those that don't. Oct. 16 at 5:30 in Bray 313 Mammals students again! Twice in The time has now come to reveal the HOT SHOTS! the planes buzzed best kept secret in new music. They birds. What order did these birds be- |_Octohcr 9, 1991_ The Knothole Page 6 _ _ "In" in Outdoors fective when you have steady, hot Stop to See the Leaves Plan on taking trips in the central New temperature for days at a time. That's S.D. Klopfer York area about the third week of Oc- when these shallow water ecosystems tober. The Adirondack area will be at and in- ate at their peak of production, Well , autumn is here again in the its peak in early October. viting time for lazy lunkers to invade Empire State. It,s a time that most for a free meal. After a cold front , people think of in terms of football, however Wherever you go, relax and enjoy , the fishing will stall com- Halloween, and harvest. The most yourself.. Take some photos and brag pletely. Give the area a few warm significant thing about autumn is that to the folks at home a little or just days to perk up again. is also FALL. It is the time when we keep it to yourself [Editor's note: You get to see the beautiful panorama that might also consider loaning your pics I hope you give this method a try, it's paints itself right before our eyes, it"s to the Empire Forester Staff.] Just a great way to catch fish in the dog also a great reason to spend sometime don't let one of the best times of the days of summer. It will work in the "In" the outdoors. year pass unnoticed right before your early fall, too. Just ask Dust Pines, it's eyes. the method he used to win the bass- I'm new to the central New York masters tourney in Clayton, NY last *** area, so I asked Dr. Donald Leopold, September and I'm sure it will work associate professor in EFB (and my Congratulations to the American Fish- for you. Dendro I class) to recommend some eries Society and the 22 anglers who places and times to take in the fall participated in the Onondaga Lake USA TODAY foliage. Bass Tournament. President Chris by Kevin Hutton,USA President Gandino tells me that there was over If you are limited in your transporta- 130 smallmouth and largemouth bass What happened behind that closed tion, Oakwood cemetery located right caught by the 22 anglers; let me at that door of the Moon conference (USA behind Marshall Hall is a great place lake! The prize breakdown was 1st, meeting)? to view a large variety of trees. It Mike Larca , 4 lb. 1 oz.; 2nd, Anthony would also be a great place to get - Gandino, 2 lb. 15 oz.; 3rd, Dan Mari- Congratulations to the newly elect- primed for longer excursions. on, 2 lb. 13 oz; 4th, Anthony Gandino, ed representatives, their names will ap- 2 lb. 9 oz. Great job guys and thanks pear next If you are able to travel, there are nu- to all who came out. week! merous county and state parks within *** 1 or 2 hours if the campus. Dr. Leo- -Did you vote? For those of you pold recommends Beaver Lake, who did thanks for your support. For Clark reservation and Green Lakes as those that didn't Slop Bass Strategy (continued from , let us know why. some prime areas with numerous Sept. 25) well kept trails. He also recommend- - Once in position, throw to points and A budget line item was approved ed Labrador Hollow, Tinker Falls and pockets as softly as you can. Drag for the first annual Pizza Extravaganza the gorges around Ithaca for spectac- the lure across the mat , allowing the (see pg 8) ular scenery. bait to drop into pockets. The whole idea behind this method is imitating -Discussion was brought up about a For those who would like to make a something across the surface, such as line item for Student Assembly travel weekend of it , areas such as the Fin- frog, snake or mouse. Don"t be afraid expenses. ger Lakes National Forest have to attract attention to the bait, you The Student Assembly is the state camping facilities. Dr. Leopold men- want the bass to know exactly where wide student council that deals with tioned Blueberry Patch Campground the bait is so he won't miss. Strikes student issues at a higher level. The specifically. There are also many will often come as subtle hits in pock- budget, if approved, will be $300 to wineries located along the way; a ets as these are primary ambush areas. cover travel expenses to and from the great way to taste the fall! The Adi- Sometimes bass will attack a lure by meetings in Albany. Further discus- rondacks offer the best mix of scen- exploding right through the mat You sion will be at this Tuesdays USA met- ery and colors that New York State will probably miss your first fish this ing. has to offer. A drive to Lake Placid way because it out and out scares the or the Keen Valley area via routes 3 hell out of you and you'll pull the bait Seniors and 86 would provide a look at the away form it. Try to give the fish a diversity of the trees of New York. chance to get the bait down before sign up for your FREE Lake Placid offers shops, restaurants you set the hook. This is another rea- and lodging if you wish to stay there. son I prefer plastics, the bass will hold yearbook portrait sitting. A look at any recent NYS road map onto it longer giving you more time to Visit the friendly people at the of the map of New York in the Moon get a good connection. Library Bibliographic Center can table in Marshall Foyer for details. make your planning easier. One last tip. This method is most ef- NATIONAL COLLEGIATE ALCOHOL AWARENESS WEEK OCTOBER 13-19, 1991

Being a responsible drinker is second nature. It,s just part of being a responsible person. We learn it without thinking about it.

Prepared in the interests of better health by:

Health Education Foundation Suite 452

600 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W. Washington, DC 20037

Alcohol awareness information is being distributed on the ESF campus by: The ESF EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM COMMITTEE S. U. Health Services [ October 9, 1991 The Knothole Page 8

The Knothole is proud to announce

The First annual Pizza Extravaganza!

Nominate Your Favorite Pizza Place In the University area!

Return the below slip to the Knothole

during this semester to nominate your favorite area pizza shop. Suggested establishments will be visited and their pizza rigorously evaluated by the discriminating tastes of an

experienced panel of judges (the Knothole staff).

If your nominee is selected as the best, you win an invitation to an end-of-the-semester pizza bash with pizzas provided by the winning shop and paid for by your student activity fee! It,s easy - just fill out the slip below and return it to 22 Bray Hall today!

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, CHANGES

by Erica VanEtten, Ranger School

September 20 warm, clear skies

Susy went today. I was sad to see her go, but she had been looking forward to it for weeks. "For the adven-

ture," she had said. She always was the brave one of the bunch.

. Brian's looking a little nervous I'm getting worried about him. I guess everybody"s a bit on edge lately. Some-

how it doesn"t help to know it"s all been done before thousands of times, by many just like us. Few will admit it,

but we can all feel it coming.

September 21 cooler , slightly overcast

The morning was nice; calm. As the sun set, Tim finally went. It was almost a relief to see him leave - the dis-

ease was getting the best of him, and we all knew it. He was hardly a skeleton when he finally let go. Linda fol- lowed him down , as we knew she would. She had stayed with him through it all, and towards the end I could

see she was weakening, too. Just last week she started showing the first signs - the discolorations have been almost impossible the last few days.

Actually I saw many leave today - no one I knew too well, but I'd gotten used to seeing them around. They all

seemed to be in good spirits as they set off. I guess the weather helped - at least it wasn't raining.

September 22 cool, increasingly overcast

" . "Wherever the river takes me as she had No word from Susy. I guess she just hit the ground and kept going , told me the night before she went.

I talked to Brian most of the afternoon. There's really nothing anyone can say. Talking to him brought out some

of my own fears, too. I remember this spring we were so excited about these final days. But we were young

. then, and we had only the old trees and the wind to converse with Now it"s different. I'm still excited, but it"s hard to let go of the only home you've ever known.

Brian and I made a pact to stay together. Judging from the weather, I think tomorrow may be the day.

September 23 brisk & windy, rain

This may be my last entry. Brian"s been catching my eye all day. I think he's going to drop soon.

So this is it. My big trip. Going down. Somehow I pictured it differently - more climatic, I suppose. Ever

. since Susy left it has been quieter around here. But it's more than that I've seen so many go recently, I've been

forced to realize that Brian and I are only two leaves of millions. All making the same trip, season after season. It's a peaceful feeling, actually.

-Tutors Wanted-

Tutors are needed for ESF students in the following areas: BOTANY GENERAL . CHEMISTRY ORGANIC CHEMISTRY . DENDROLOGY ECOLOGY . FLUID MECHANICS MAT-BASIC ALGEBRA , ANALYTICAL GEOMETRY & CALC PHYSICS . GENERAL PHYSIOLOGY Rate of pay is $8.00 per hour and higher. Contact John View in room 115 Bray Hall for further details and applications October 9, 1991 The Knothole Page 10 CALENDAR OF EVENTS:

Thurs. Oct. 10 Hunger in America; The face of hunger in America.8-11pm, 207 Hall of Languages. Fri. Oct. 11 Elaine Cleeton on "Armed & Dangerous: A common-sense Guide to Women,s Self-

defense." 12 pm, Schine Center room 130. Bring your lunch!

Wed. Oct. 16 Wildlife Society Meeting. 5:30 pm. Look for signs for location.

Fri. Oct. 18 TGIF - Sponsored by Woodsmens Team, 4:30pm, Nifkin Lounge Bring A Mug!

Oct 16- 24 United Way/SEFA campaign.

Oct. 26 Fall Barbeque. See your Woodsmen in action. (Good food, too)

Oct 31 ESF Halloween Party - More details coming soon!