Luke Judge

Optimum continues its mission to release some of the best back catalogue classics on Blu-ray in September with another burst of titles from their Studio Canal Collection. Next up are The Third Man, Delicatessen, Mulholland Drive, The Graduate, Le Cercle Rouge, The Pianist and Breathless. It’s a hugely eclectic collection of superb modern and not-so-modern cinema with surely something for anyone who possesses even a hint of filmic discernment.

All include a host of exclusive extras, with input from some serious names from both industry and academic circles which put those filler heavy packages to shame. And, if previous releases from the label are anything to go by, the transfers will be top notch too.

The titles above are released on 13th September 2010 through Optimum Home Entertainment.

Extras and tech specs are as follows – there’s a lot, so take a deep breath:

The Third Man

 EXTRAS:

SD, NEW or previously unreleased:
 
Guardian NFT Interview with Joseph Cotten (audio only: 47’13) / Guardian NFT Interview with Graham Greene (audio only: 8’05) / Audio Commentary by Guy Hamilton (Assistant Director), Angela Allen (2nd Unit Continuity) & Simon Callow (audio only: 1’44)

HD, NEW or previously unreleased:
 
2 x original trailers (1’46 mins & 2’19)
Stills gallery (2’24)
Interview and performance by zither player Cornelia Mayer (4’44)
The Third Man Interactive Vienna Tour (49’50)

SD, released before:

The Third Man on the Radio (an episode of The Lives of Harry Lime: Ticket to Tangiers (1951) written by and performed by Orson Welles) (audio only: 28’45)
Shadowing The Third Man -retrospective documentary (1hr29)
US alternative prologue by Joseph Cotton (1’20)

Booklet Essay by Charles Drazin, film historian / biographer

Charles Drazin is a film historian and biographer. His books include Korda: Britain’s Only Movie Mogul, The Finest Years: British Cinema of the 1940s and In Search of The Third Man. He lectures on the cinema at Queen Mary, University of London.

TECH SPECS:Cert: PG / Region: Multi exc. US / Feature Running time: 104 mins approx / Blu-ray Feature Aspect ratio: 1.33:1 / B&W PAL / Feature Audio: DTS HD Master 2.0 (mono) / English Language with multi-territory subtitles / Video: 24p 1080 / Disc Type: BD50 / Cat no: OPTBD / RRP: £24.99

Delicatessen

EXTRAS:

SD, NEW or previously unreleased:

Main Course Pieces (1h05’28) – brand new retrospective documentary

SD, released before:

The Archives of Jean-Pierre Jeunet: actor’s Casting tests (Callbacks) and rehearsals, behind the scenes etc (8’43)
 Audio Commentary by Jean-Pierre Jeunet Making Of: Fine Cooker Pork Meats making of/short film by Diane Bertrand (13’30)
Trailer (2’08)
Teasers (1’06)
Booklet Essay by Adam Woodward, JournalistAdam Woodward has worked as online editor for Little White Lies magazine since 2009 and currently writes for a number of film-related publications, including Playground magazine and Eye For Film.

TECH SPECS:Cert: 15 / Region: A/B / Feature Running time: 96 mins approx / Blu-ray Feature Aspect ratio: 1.85:1 / Colour PAL / Feature Audio: DTS HD Master Audio 2.0 / French Language with English (and other territories) subtitles / Video: 1080 – 24fps / Disc Type: BD50 / Cat no: OPTBD / RRP: £24.99

Mulholland Drive

EXTRAS:

SD, NEW or previously unreleased:
 Angelo Badalamenti: audio interview 10 years on (audio only: 16’30)
 Back to Mulholland Drive (21′)

(new to DVD / blu-ray)HD, NEW or previously unreleased:

 Introduction by Thierry Jousse (10′)
In the Blue Box (27′) – retrospective documentary featuring directors and criticsSD, released before: Interview with Angelo Badalamenti (Music Composer) (16’46)
Interview with Mary Sweeney (Editor and Producer) (6’03)
Making of (23′)
Booklet Essay by Adam Woodward, JournalistAdam Woodward has worked as online editor for Little White Lies magazine since 2009 and currently writes for a number of film-related publications, including Playground magazine and Eye For Film.

 TECH SPECS:Cert: 15 / Region B / Feature Running time: 146 mins approx / Blu-ray Feature Aspect ratio: 1.85:1 / Colour PAL / Feature Audio: DTS HD Master Audio 5.1 / Multi Languages with English (and other territories) subtitles / Video: 1080 / Disc Type: BD50 / Cat no: OPTBD / RRP: £24.99

The Graduate

EXTRAS:

SD, NEW or previously unreleased:

Audio Commentary with Prof. Koebner, film historian (new to UK)
About The Music (7’55) – analysis of music by Prof.Koebner & Helga La Motte-Haber, music professor & author (new to UK)
Analysis of the Seduction Scene (12’10)

(new to UK)SD, released before:
 
Trailer (1’48)
The Graduate at 25 (22’21)
Interview with Charles Webb (20’07)
The Graduate: Looking Back (12.56)

HD, released before:

The Music in the Film – 4 tracks: The Sound of Silence, April Come She Will, Scarborough Fair, Mrs. Robinson as they appear in the film
Booklet Essay by Marc Webb, writer / directorMarc Webb is the writer/director of 500 Days of Summer and the director of the forthcoming Spider-man reboot

TECH SPECS:Cert: 15 / Region Multi / Feature Running time: 105 mins approx / Blu-ray Feature Aspect ratio: 2.35:1 / Colour PAL / Feature Audio: DTS HD Master Audio 2.0 / English Language with other territories subtitles / Video: 23.97P 1080 / Disc Type: BD50 / Cat no: OPTBD / RRP: £24.99

Le Cercle Rouge

SD, NEW or previously unreleased:

Codename Melville Documentary directed by Olivier Bohler (76’35)
Interview with José Giovanni (15’03)

SD, released before:

Interview with Rui Nogueira (author of Melville on Melville, produced by the Criterion Collection) (26’11)
Introduction by Ginette Vincendeau (12’30)
Interview with assistant director Bernard Stora (30’45)

HD, released before:

Trailer (’45)
Booklet Essay by Ginette Vincendeau, Professor / AuthorGinette Vincendeau is Professor of Film Studies at King’s College London. Among her works on French cinema are Stars and Stardom in French Cinema (2000) and Jean-Pierre Melville, An American in Paris (2003)

TECH SPECS:Cert: PG / Region B / Feature Running time: 140 mins approx / Blu-ray Feature Aspect ratio: 1.85:1 / Colour PAL / Feature Audio: DTS HD Master Audio / French Language with English, German and French subtitles / Video: 1080p / Disc Type: BD50 / Cat no: OPTBD / RRP: £24.99

The Pianist

SD, NEW or previously unreleased:

Interview with Ronald Harwood (20’45)
Interview with Andrzej Szpilman (29’49)
Interview with Daniel Szpilman (2’28)

SD, released before:

A Story of Survival: behind the scenes of The Pianist (39’43)
Trailer (1’30)
Booklet Essay by Anwar Brett, journalistAnwar Brett is a journalist specialising in cinema, who has written for a wide variety of newspapers and magazines over the years, publications such as BAFTA’s Academy magazine, Total Film, Film Review and The South London Press. He is also a freelance interviewer for film and DVD, occasional moderator of audience Q&As and has recently finished his first book on the rarefied theme of films shot in his native county of Dorset.

TECH SPECS:Cert: 15 / Region: Multi / Feature Running time: 148 mins approx / Blu-ray Feature Aspect ratio: 1.85:1 / Colour PAL / Feature Audio: DTS HD Master Audio 5.1 / English & other Language with multi-territory subtitles / Video: 24p 1080 / Disc Type: BD50 / Cat no: OPTBD / RRP: £24.99

Breathless
 
EXTRAS:

SD, released before:

 Introduction by Colin McCabe (4’42)
 Room 12, Hôtel de Suède (1hr18’46)
 Jean-Luc According To Luc (8’30)
 Photo GalleryTrailer (2’05)

PosterHD, NEW or previously unreleased:

GODARD, MADE IN USA (48′)
Booklet Essay by Yves Alion, journalist from L’avant scène cinema

TECH SPECS:Cert: 12 tbc / Region: Multi / Feature Running time: 90 mins approx / Blu-ray Feature Aspect ratio: 1.33:1 / B&W PAL / Feature Audio: DTS Master Audio Dual Mono / French Language with English (and other) subtitles / Video: 24p / 1080 / Disc Type: BD50 / Cat no: OPTBD / RRP: £24.99

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Complete all of the requirements below:

1. Camp under canvas* as a Scout for at least 15 nights.
2. Lead a group of Scouts in the pitching, striking and packing of a four to six person tent.
3. Know what to look for when choosing a campsite and in deciding the best position to pitch tents.
4. Show an understanding of the reasons for hygiene and the importance of being safe and tidy in camp.
5. Demonstrate how to store food hygienically at camp.
6. Construct two useful camp gadgets such as a camp larder, altar fire, flagpole, camp gate etc.
7. Prepare and cook either a full hot breakfast or a main meal for 2 to 6 people.

Notes * under canvas refers to any tentage

Scout Badges: Campsite Service Scout Badges: Canoeist Scout Badges: Caver Scout Badges: Chef Scout Badges: Circus Skills Complete the requirements below:

1. Select one skill from any two of the five alternatives below. Under experienced guidance, show by continuing effort some achievement in the two selected skills. Demonstrate the two selected skills before an audience.
   1. Aerial: Trapeze, Roman Rings, Aerial Ladder, Aerial Rope, Wire Walking or related skills.
   2. Balance: Trick-cycling, Stilts, Ladder, Tightrope, Wire Walking, Perch, Roller Bolo, Slack-rope.
   3. Manipulative: Plate Spinning, Cigar Boxes, Club Swinging, Devil Sticks, Diablo Sticks, Juggling.
   4. Ground: Handstands, Tumbling, Acrobatics.
   5. Clowning: Including make-up and costume.
2. Find out about aspects of circus life, and discuss these with an adult.
3. Observe at least two circus or street performers events and discuss these.

Notes Note: Before attempting any of the skills participants must be of a fitness standard appropriate to both enjoy and execute the skill. Instructions in the safe use of the equipment must be given and all safety precautions and procedures must be observed in line with the Association’s Health and Safety Policy. Participants are encouraged to join a workshop, or other course, to learn their chosen skills. Scout Badges: Climber Scout Badges: Craft Complete the requirement below:

1. Make or decorate one or more articles, using whenever possible, original design ideas. The project should be discussed beforehand with a member of the Leadership Team and should take around six hours to complete. Appropriate care must be taken with all tools and materials to avoid injury. Some example projects are:
   • Make a container using basket making, woodturning, pottery, embroidery on plastic canvas, glass blowing, fibreglass construction.
   • Make a belt, bag, wall hanging, tablemat or waistcoat by weaving, macramé, beadwork or from leather.
   • Make an item of clothing or soft furnishing by sewing or knitting. (You may follow a pattern.)
   • Decorate clothing or soft furnishing (cushion, tablecloth etc) using embroidery, tapestry, lace making, tie and dye or wax and dye or fabric paints.
   • Make a picture using techniques such as mosaic, staining glass, quilting, calligraphy, pyrography, pressed flowers, fabric collage, printing with potato, lino, string, drypoint, aquatint, silk screen or similar.
   • Decorate an article (wood, metal, glass etc) by engraving or etching; or decorate enamelware.
   • Make an ornament or decorative article using candle-making, arranging flowers, carving in any medium (e.g. wood, slate, stone, soap), fly tying, jewellery making, pewterwork, copper or silver smithing, stone polishing, stone masonry or sculpture.
   • Make a small item of furniture.
   • Decorate a cake for a special occasion.
   • Any other project of a similar skill level as agreed beforehand with the Leadership Team.

Scout Badges: Dinghy Sailor Scout Badges: D.I.Y. Complete the requirements below:

1. Be able to work safety in the home minimising dangers to yourself and others. Have knowledge of:
   • Hazard symbols and signs (e.g. toxic, flammable, irritant, electrical danger, slippery surface)
   • Know about and use safety equipment (e.g. goggles, gloves, masks, ear defenders).
   • Know how and where to turn off main supplies (water, electricity, gas) to the house. Know how to isolate individual electrical circuits at the consumer unit.
2. Show or explain how you would deal with four DIY emergencies from the list below:
   • Unblocking a sink.
   • Renewing a tap washer.
   • Curing an airlock in water or radiator pipes.
   • Thawing frozen pipes.
   • Patching a leaking pipe.
   • Adjusting the float arm of a cistern.
   • Fitting a fused electrical plug to a cable.
   • Replacing a mains fuse or resetting a mains circuit breaker.
   • Changing a light bulb.
   • Helping to repair a broken window.
   • Repairing a tear in clothes or upholstery.
   • Removing common stains e.g. ink, wine, and coffee.
3. Take an active part in two major DIY projects, indoors or out, such as:
   • Insulate a loft and/or fit draught proofing to windows and doors.
   • Insulate a cold-water storage tank, pipes and hot water cylinder.
   • Plan a colour scheme for a room and prepare a sample board.
   • Prepare and paint, paper or tile the walls of a room.
   • Prepare and paint woodwork or furniture.
   • Fit a curtain track and hang curtains.
   • Make a freestanding storage unit or put up shelves.
   • Cover a floor with vinyl overlay, lino, tiles or carpet.
   • Hang a door and fit or repair locks and other door furniture.
   • Carry out a home security survey and take action to make the house more secureby fitting window locks, marking property with a UV pen, or fitting a burglar alarm.
   • Lay a patio or path.
   • Build a low wall, barbecue, gate or fence.
   • Create and maintain a garden pond.
   • Repair bodywork on a car and clean and polish the car.
   • Any other project(s) of a similar skill level as agreed with an adult.

Notes The Scout should be made aware that there are regulations that limit what an amateur may do in the home. Adult supervision is required for many of these projects. Scout Badges: Dragon Boating Scout Badges: Electronics Alternative A

1. Write and plan an original entertainment. This could take the form of a sketch, film or slide and tape presentation, campfire or stage routine involving the following: mime, drama, music, storytelling, conjuring, photography or sound recording.
2. Prepare the entertainment, ensuring that everyone has a job to do, for example actor, producer, stage manager, front of house, publicity manager.
3. Present the entertainment to an audience at a school, Pack, Troop or parents’ evening.

Scout Badges: Equestrian Scout Badges: Fire Safety Scout Badges: Forester Scout Badges: Global Conservation Complete the requirements below:

Alternative A – for rural and suburban areas

1. Show that you know the locality surrounding either your home or Scout Headquarters up to a radius of 2 kilometres in urban districts and 3 kilometres in rural districts. This should include knowledge of the location of many of the following:
   • Doctors, veterinary surgeons, dentists, hospitals, ambulance station.
   • Fire station, police station, garages, shopping centres, retail parks and convenience stores.
   • Main bus stops, railway stations and routes of buses and trains to surrounding areas.
   • Local Scout Headquarters, public parks, theatres, sports and leisure complexes, cinemas, places of worship, museums, schools, colleges and local government buildings.
   • Local routes that give access to the nearest motorway or national routes.
2. Show how to use a street map to point out six locations from requirement 1. From your home or Scout Headquarters, show the quickest route to one of the places.

Scout Badges: Hiker Complete the requirements below:

1. As a member of a group of at least four and not more than seven Scouts, carry out three expeditions or journeys as follows:
   1. A journey or expedition of at least 12 km.
   2. Two journeys or expeditions of at least 20 km, both to include an overnight stop.
2. Before undertaking each expedition or journey, the group must provide a detailed Route Plan (FS 120409) .
3. All members of the group must show that they know the intended route and have knowledge of basic navigation, first aid and emergency procedures, including the Home Contact system.
4. After each journey or expedition, the group should give a verbal report.
5. Demonstrate awareness of developments in technology, such as the Global Positioning System (GPS); digital mapping; waterproof maps etc.

Notes Reference should be made to the Activity Rules in chapter nine of Policy, Organisation and Rules and the Adventurous Activity Permit Scheme and the Nights Away Permit Scheme Expeditions by canoe, horseback or cycle of similar duration may be acceptable provided at least one overnight journey or expedition on foot is carried out. During cycling activities, cycle helmets must be worn at all times. The distances stated may be varied at the Leader’s discretion. Alternative activities may be carried out as agreed by the Leadership TeamScout Badges: Hill Walker Complete the requirements below:

1. With others, plan at least five one day journeys of 14 km or more in hilly country. At least 3 of these are to be in areas defined as Terrain One, led by an appropriate Permit Holder.
2. Using Ordnance Survey maps, complete all the information required on Route Card (FS 120409) for each journey, including the Home Contact.
3. Before setting out, list and explain the use of the equipment that should be taken including:
   • spare food, and safety/emergency equipment
   • what should be worn
   • what should be carried
4. Over a period, complete the planned journeys. Take turns in leading the group for part of the time.
5. Make a report to an audience about at least one of your journeys. Route cards, sketch maps and photographs should be presented where possible.
6. Demonstrate how the map and compass was used during the journey.
7. Demonstrate an awareness of the need to preserve the natural environment. For example, avoiding erosion, conserving wildlife habitat.
8. Demonstrate awareness of developments in technology, such as the Global Positioning System (GPS); digital mapping; waterproof maps etc.
9. Show knowledge of the publication Safety on Mountains (British Mountaineering Council).

Notes Reference should be made to the Activity Rules in chapter nine of Policy, Organisation and Rules and the Adventurous Activity Permit Scheme Scout Badges: Librarian Scout Badges: Lifesaver Scout Badges: Martial Arts Scout Badges: Master at Arms Alternative B – power boat

1. Complete one from the following two activities:
   1. Be able to discuss the principles and performance of several types of motorboat engines, other than two-stroke. Show knowledge of the maintenance needed by a familiar type of marine internal combustion engine, other than two-stroke
   2. Assist with the maintenance, dismantle, service and re-assemble an outboard engine. Demonstrate proper fitting to the transom of a boat. Be able to explain how to detect minor faults in starting and running whilst afloat
2. Complete one of the following two activities:
   1. As driver or mechanic member of a power boat’s crew:
      • Assist in the preparation of the boat for a voyage by checking the engine for possible minor faults, checking the fuel supply and pump, and mustering the fire-fighting equipment.
      • In response to orders, operate the engine whilst getting underway from the quay.
      • Operate the engine to bring the craft alongside the quay and shut-down
      • Lay out a kedge
      • Re-man the boat in response to a ‘distress call’ and under orders, start and operate the engine whilst proceeding to and manoeuvring alongside a ‘stranded craft’.
      • Operate all the boat’s gears in a confined area of water and a return journey to base, coming alongside with the tide (or current).
      • Know how to leave the engine in a proper manner and how to drain the engine in an emergency
   2. Act as mechanic on at least one short cruise or expedition
      • Be responsible for the running of the engine throughout the cruise.
      • Check the engine of a motorboat in preparation for a cruise or expedition to include the provision of fuel and its safe storage, an adequate tool kit and effective fire-fighting apparatus.
      • Accompany the expedition either as the mechanic or assistant and be fully or jointly responsible for the operation, care and maintenance of the engine throughout.

Scout Badges: Meteorologist Scout Badges: My Faith Scout Badges: Naturalist Scout Badges: Basic Nautical Skills Scout Badges: Nautical Skills Scout Badges: Advanced Nautical Skills Alternative A – land

1. Using 1:50 000 and 1:25 000 scale Ordnance Survey maps:
   1. Show that you understand the meaning of scale, true, grid and magnetic north and can recognise conventional map symbols.
   2. Interpret contour lines in terms of shape and steepness of terrain. Know the meaning of topographical features such as valley, col, ridge, spur, etc.
   3. Show how to set a map with and without a compass. Be able to use and give six – figure grid references. Demonstrate the use of a romer to improve accuracy.
   4. Show how to measure distances on a map and how to estimate timings for a particular route.
   5. Show how to find north without the aid of a compass, by day or night.
   6. Demonstrate your awareness of the latest developments in electronic technology such as the Global Positioning System.
2. Be familiar with traffic signs and signals as illustrated in The Highway Code.
3. With other Scouts, accompany a motorist on a journey of at least 30 kilometres, taking it in turns to act as navigator to a stated destination. The route should avoid motorways and major roads and if possible should be cross-country, using a variety of roads and lanes. There should be no prior route preparation.
4. Walk two compass routes of at least 2 kilometres each. One route should have start and end points defined on a map by an adult and the second by the Scout.
5. Demonstrate an ability to:
   1. Convert grid bearings to magnetic bearings and vice versa.
   2. Use back bearings to check the route.
   3. Estimate current position using a compass.
   4. Walk on a bearing, including ‘deviating from course’, (the four right angles technique to circumvent an obstacle).

Scout Badges: Orienteer Scout Badges: Parascending Alternative B – video photography

1. Produce at least two short films from two of the following categories:
   1. documentary;
   2. music video etc for document consistent punctuation;
   3. drama;
   4. situation comedy;
   5. advertisement;
   6. training film;
   7. environmental;
   8. community;
   9. current affairs.

   A story board and script should be produced for each of these. The film can be edited ‘in camera’ or by using simple editing equipment.

2. Discuss the following:
   1. The main features and functions of a video camera, including zoom, focus, aperture, shutter speed, white balance and common tape formats.
   2. Problems that may be encountered when using automatic settings and how these may be overcome.
3. Show an understanding of the following:
   1. Camera techniques such as panning, zooming, the use of close-ups, long shots, and the use of additional lighting.
   2. Production techniques such as editing, how to avoid jumpy cuts, maintaining continuity.
4. Demonstrate that you know how to care for a video camera and accessories such as tapes, batteries, microphones and lights.

Notes Section B1 can be completed as a small group with each person taking a different responsibility, for example camera operator, director, or editor. Scout Badges: Physical Recreation Scout Badges: Pioneer Alternative B – narrow boats

1. Have a general knowledge of the canal system and, using a navigation guide, identify the following:
   1. Suitable places to moor and wind.
   2. Locks, bridges and local hazards.
   3. Location of water points and sanitary stations.
   4. Location of shops and telephones
2. Using a navigation guide, calculate how long it will take to cover a given distance, taking into account both the number of locks and the mileage involved.
3. Know the safety precautions necessary with regard to:
   1. Fire-fighting appliances.
   2. Man overboard’ drill.
   3. Locks.
   4. Tunnels.
4. Show knowledge of the principles of a marine engine by:
   1. Starting and stopping an engine, changing gear and know the effect of transverse thrust with a single screw.
   2. Recognising fouling of the screw due to weed or rubbish and knowing how to clear it with engine stopped.
   3. Using the stern grease gland screw.
5. Prepare the boat for service and, with the help of a crew, cast off and leave moorings.
6. Show an ability to control the boat by:
   1. Steering past moored boats.
   2. Steering past a boat travelling in the opposite direction.
   3. Steering through a bridge.
   4. Bringing the boat alongside a bank and mooring up.
   5. Turning in a winding hole and manoeuvring in confined water, such as a marina.
   6. Taking the boat through a lock with the help of a crew.
   7. Stopping the boat quickly using reverse gear, as in a man overboard situation. Be aware of the dangers to a person in the water from a moving screw.

Scout Badges: Public Relations Scout Badges: Pulling Alternative A

1. Assist a Group or Troop Quartermaster for an agreed period to show ability in the following areas:
   1. Care and storage of tentage, including how to do simple repairs.
   2. Care and storage of cordage, to include whipping, splicing, hanking, coiling and safety inspections.
   3. Safe storage and handling of fuels used by the Group such as methylated spirits, paraffin, petrol and gas.
   4. Care of cooking stoves and cooking utensils, to include simple repairs, cleaning and general maintenance.
   5. Convenient storage of a Section’s training and games equipment.
   6. Care and storage of equipment used for adventurous activities. For example, sailing gear, canoes and paddles, lifejackets and buoyancy aids, go-karts, or climbing ropes.
2. Be able to keep a simple record showing equipment issued and returned.
3. Understand that general tidiness is the secret of good quarter mastering. Explain how this is achieved in the Troop or Group store.

Alternative B

1. As equipment quartermaster, assist at a nights away experience for at least two days. During this time show ability in at least three of the following areas:
   1. Care and maintenance of all tentage, including the ability to do simple repairs to guy lines and fabric tears.
   2. Care and storage of all cordage, to include whipping, splicing, hanking, coiling and safety inspections.
   3. Safe storage and handling of fuels used by the camp, such as methylated spirits, paraffin, petrol and gas.
   4. Care, maintenance and general storage of all tools such as axes, spades and saws.
   5. Care and storage of equipment used for adventurous activities such as sailing gear, canoes and paddles, lifejackets and buoyancy aids, and climbing ropes.
2. Be able to keep simple records showing equipment issued and returned.
3. Maintain and replenish a portable First Aid kit.
4. Select tools to take to camp to complete emergency repairs on equipment
5. Understand that general tidiness is the secret of good quartemastering. Explain how this was achieved at a nights away experience at which the Quartermaster assisted.

Scout Badges: Snowsports

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Boating holidays in Ireland are becoming increasingly popular recently. And while the world financial downturn bites harder, an increasing amount of people from Mainland Britain happen to be travelling shorter distances abroad for his or her holidays. Ireland fits in with that thinking perfectly.

The Emerald Isle has waterways and rivers to rival one of the best in Europe, or in fact worldwide. From the highly common and well known rivers “Shannon” and “Erne” to the less popular spots of Ballyconnell Canal and Lough Ree, there’s something for everyone.

The river “Shannon” stands out as the major river in Ireland, and not surprisingly, the majority of boating holidays in Ireland take in at least part of this waterway. At 240 miles long the “Shannon” is the longest river in Ireland, exiting to the sea west of Limerick City at the Shannon Estuary.

The river “Shannon” has 3 large lakes through its course. These includes Lough Ree, Lough Derg and Lough Allen. There are plenty of exceptional opportunities for boating in all of these lakes. In the entire huge waterway network within Ireland, plenty of which characterizes the west of Ireland, around 500 miles of navigable rivers, canals and lakes.

Of course, making use of the extensive waterways in Ireland is nothing new. Trading and commerce has centred within the waterways as a means of moving produce for centuries. Enemies of Ireland have also exploited the rivers and lakes on occasion. In 937 the Vikings based in Limerick fought with the Vikings based in Dublin whenever they met in Lough Ree.

There is also a network of canals in which many of the boating holidays in Ireland make good use. The rivers “Shannon” and “Erne” are linked with a canal, and the river “Shannon” is linked by canal to Dublin. Some of the better recognized canals include the Newry Canal, Grand Canal, Royal canal and the Ulster Canal.

Lough Ree, to be found merely about the central point of Ireland, also has its share of little islands. It is one of Ireland’s biggest lakes. It is some 20 miles long and widens to 6 and a quarter miles from its widest point. Lough Allen, by comparison, is actually island-free, however it contains the majestic Iron Mountain, or Sliabh an Iarainn, ruling the area to the southeast. If you want a break from cruising down the waterways, this is an excellent mountain for walking on.

Boating holidays in Ireland is really as varied as you desire them to be. It is easy to select a large cruiser boat, a P’nichette barge, or a conventional narrow boat, well suited for exploring the canals and narrow waterway systems. Whichever size of boat you choose, one things is for sure, you will discover some of Ireland’s hidden secrets, and end up being amazed at exactly how green the Emerald Isle certainly is.

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