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In this Issue: H1N1 Information Battery Basics
Nothing to Sneeze at. . .
It doesn’t matter how good you are – there’s always room for improvement. That’s why, to serve you better, the Ben Meadows Team is in a constant state of transformation. We’re always testing products and tweaking services. In fact, we even rearrange the furniture on a regular basis in an effort to optimize our performance. During one of our last attempts to achieve the right feng shui throughout our office we found something special. We uncovered a hidden cache of Bendanas.
We never actually called them, Bendanas. Several years ago we introduced them to you as Ben Meadows Bandanas and we came up with all sorts of uses for them. From diapers to origami sculpture we let you know these squares of cloth were for much more than just cooling your brow or blowing your nose. Then, as suddenly as it appeared, the Bendana (as it came to be known) was gone. No one really has a an explanation, but the moment they became scarce everyone suddenly needed a Bendana.
The Bendana quickly became the stuff of legend. Some believed these rare rags had healing powers or they could block signals from alien motherships. Others claimed that a secret, microscopic Aldo Leopold manuscript was woven into the fibers of each cloth. And those who held on to their Bendanas were offered thousands of dollars or propositions involving timeshare properties and livestock to give them up.
Now, at the height of Bendanamania, we have found 25 new, blue hankies. Many historians have pleaded with us to ship them off to the Smithsonian. Instead we’re giving you the opportunity to win all 25 of them for yourself!
We're giving away all 25 Bendanas to a single winner. All you have to do to toss your name in the ring is send an email to: editor@benmeadows.com that says, “I want 25 Bendanas!” Submit your entries before Dec. 16, 2009. The same rules as The Natural Resource Editor’s Challenge apply. Become a part of what can only be characterized as the most significant discovery of the 21st century. Potentially change your life forever and enter to win today!
Jack Ben Meadows Team Leader j.schaffer@benmeadows.com
H1N1 Information
We know you've been bombarded with plenty of resources for information regarding flu prevention. It's not our intention to add to the buzz but our Product Pros are responsible for providing you with information important to keeping you safe and productive. That's why we've published a new TechInfo Document entitled, “H1N1 Flu Facts and Resources”. This new article covers basics like what the H1N1 virus is, the symptoms it creates, how it spreads, prevention and more.
The document also contains valuable links to other important H1N1 resources such as the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the Government’s Page on Pandemic Flu Information. There are also links regarding protective measures and products you can use for that purpose available from Ben Meadows.
Education is one of the best forms of prevention. Learn more about the H1N1 Flu Virus here.
Battery Basics
Sometimes we take some of our most often-used tools and processes for granted. It's when we take a closer look we discover better ways to put these common tools to work for us. With that in mind our Product Pros created TechInfo Document 338, “What is a Battery?”.
Today we have so many options when it comes to powering some of our field equipment. It can be helpful to have some direction regarding what actually works best and what power source is the most convenient to use.
This document breaks batteries down to the fundamentals. You'll read about the definition of a battery; how they work and the differences between the many types of batteries. It also covers the advantages and disadvantages of different types and what might suit your particular needs. You'll find this article here.
The Natural Resource Editor's Challenge!
Last month we asked this question:
Who are these people?
Margaret from California knew that these individuals are this year's winners of the Ben Meadows Natural Resource Scholarships. You can find out more about these scholarships here!
We're sending Margaret a PMI Kershaw 5-in-1 Carabiner Tool!
Take a look at our latest catalog or use our Web site (www.benmeadows.com) for help with this month's challenge. Don't have a catalog? You can get a free copy by clicking here. Now here's the question:
Mudders Boot Supports copy nature to help you overcome sinking and suction when walking in mud. What creature inspired the design of this product?
If you know, send us the correct answer along with your name and how to contact you. Send us the right answer and you'll be entered into a drawing. The winner will receive a PMI Kershaw 5-in-1 Carabiner Tool (a $60 value)!
Send your answers to: editor@benmeadows.com
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