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January 2022 - Robins Nest - Lin Ma Hang Lead Mines
Shan Tsui Battery, Japanese Battery Hill
at an elevation of 40m, the first pillbox is encountered, a large concrete structure, half buried in the under growth but in good condition.
The shooting holes or ‘embrasures’ were directed to the northeast, over what was a fertile valley, but which is now studded with Mainland tower blocks. The box was constructed from good quality concrete, with a small alcove to the right as you enter, before reaching the main firing room.
Robin's Nest (Chinese: 紅花嶺; Jyutping: Hung Fa Leng (former name:麻雀嶺)) is a hill located in northeastern Hong Kong, south of the border between Hong Kong and Shenzhen in the New Territories. Robin's Nest is the 55th tallest hill in Hong Kong. The peak is 492 metres
The name Hung Fa Leng (紅花嶺) does not translate directly as 'Robin's Nest' but as 'Red Flower Ridge'.
As of June 2019, Robin’s Nest has been designated a country park, marking a huge victory for historic preservationist, environmentalist, and conservationist efforts. Standing at 492 metres above sea level, Robin’s Nest is the highest peak in northern New Territories and boasts a bird’s-eye view of Sha Tau Kok and farmlands on the Hong Kong side, and the Shenzhen metropolis on the other side.
Robin’s Nest Country Park hosts over 650 species of animals and plants, including the endangered Chinese grassbird—90 percent of its population living in the park. The ecological significance of Robin’s Nest makes this hike excellent for those who are scientifically or environmentally curious! Aside from biodiversity, the hills and valleys that make up the country park also host hidden pockets of World War II and mining relics, with abandoned war shelters and houses along the way for exploration.
Lin Ma Hang sits in the basin of Robin’s Nest. Up until 2016, the village was inaccessible to non-permit holders as it was a part of the Frontier Closed Area. Since then, the village itself has been excluded from the zoning, but the access road still falls within the closed area and requires permits for those who wish to access the village by road. Lin Ma Hang is also home to a feng shui pond, a Macintosh Fort, and the residence of Ip Ting-sz, a declared monument which was built in 1908 and modelled after Dr Sun Yat-sen’s residence in Zhongshan. It was here that Sun Yat-sen met his friends and collaborators for the revolution of China.
The lead mines of Lin Ma Hang started operating in 1915 in the hopes of procuring copper, lead, and silver. However, over the years, the production from the mines proved disappointing. It was rescinded in 1962 and abandoned that same year. It was blown up during the WWII by locals so it won’t be used by Japanese.
It was then declared a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) in 1994 as it became one of the most important bat colonies in all of Hong Kong.
AFCD has since launched a protection ordinance for these bats, whereby anyone hunting or disturbing these bat colonies will face a hefty fine of $100,000 and a one-year imprisonment sentence.
Following that, in 2008, the Lin Ma Hang Stream was also declared a Site of Special Scientific Interest, as it was home to 50 percent of Hong Kong’s native freshwater fish!
Neks ja Marx võistlesid esikoha pärast. Jäidki viiki ja pidid 3 rada pärast otsa tegema esimese veani. Ma olin kindel kolmas koht ja töllerdasin oma kehva mängu kaasa. Saarega rajal +4 ja ketas üle raudtee nii, et ühe viskega ei saand tagasigi jne. A nüüd hakkab x-step ja follow through harjutama, mängib mõnda aega väga halvasti ja kevadel püüab jätkuvalt lead cardil olla ka siis, kui Uko ei katkesta.
Flaking lead based paint chips sitting on the deck will get tracked into the house by shoes and pets.
Sky Shipley of SKyline Type Foundry drains the typemetal from teh well of the Thompson Type Caster he uses to cast lead printer's type.
Bryan was just behind the lead runners by a few seconds. The lead runners was unfortunate to encounter a van on the course that didn't know what was happening other than a cop yelling at him to get out of the way...Instead of actually doing what he was told, the driver stopped the van until the cop yelled at him some more to 'move'... eventually the driver peeled off before he forced the lead runners off course.
Tuesday 26th We packed up quickly; only mat, chairs, table and services to dismantle before we left at 9.30. After an unnecessary detour leaving La Fosca the journey went without hitch but not without traffic around Barcelona. The roads west are very few so it is necessary to go quite a distance S before turning W & N into the Pyrenees by motor/expressway. 2 tolls, no idea of cost of first but should be about 5€; second was 14€.
Arrived at Camping Boltana at 3pm. The campsite looked good and at first sight the position looks ideal, only problem being the temperature which was 35.5C. We put the bare awning up which took about 25mins and got settled before having a much needed shower followed by the ‘menu’ for 12€ in the site restaurant. 3 simple courses ideal for our needs. We went to bed in 28C. and woke 22C. but managed to sleep very well with our £6 wonder Asda fan keeping us cool.
Wednesday 27th Rose at 7.00 with a nice cool breeze. We decided to go into Ainsa after breakfast to get info from the Tourist Office. This was a surprise, a lovely medieval town with a completely different character. It has a large fortified castle with the outer walls left around a very big square. This lead into another large square surrounded by shops and restaurants with arched covered walkways on both sides and the town hall at one end.
We got the info we wanted and a couple of walking maps and went to Escalona to find the start of a walk up the Canyon de Anilsco. This was a long drive (about 100km all round) but well worth it. One of the most picturesque days we have had. Temperature at the top of the walk (1360m) was about 28C and when we returned to the caravan at 6.30pm it was 36C – straight to the showers.
One of the best days we’ve had. Found shells of big bug on awning
One of almost a hundred curses written on a sheet of lead uncovered at Uley, England.
Mid 2nd-3rd century AD
Reads:
"Honoratus to the holy god Mercury. I complain to your divinity that I have lost two wheels and four cows and many small belongings from my house. I would ask the genius of your divinity that you do not allow health to the person who has done me wrong, nor allow him to lie or sit or drink or eat, whether he is man or woman, whether boy or girl, whether slave or free, unless he brings my property to me and is reconciled with me. With renewed prayers I ask your divinity that my petition may immediately make me vindicated by your majesty."
Day 167 - I went in to substitute today. Its been a while since they have called me in. I miss the kids when Im gone. I was so happy to back with them again... they were all a little nuts today. One bad apple ruined the bunch and I had to stand firm, keep my thoughts to myself and lead by example. You are only shown respect when you dish it out as much as possible.
Panel Discussion: "Ladies Who Lead.” State Senator Patty Ritchie with panel members SUNY Chancellor Nancy Zimpher, SUNY Oswego President Deborah F. Stanley, State Supreme Court Judge Mary Farley, and CNY Central meteorologist and 2015 SUNY Oswego graduate Molly Matott. In addition, regional leaders and high school students are honored.
Marano Campus Center auditorium, SUNY Oswego
06/28/2016
The Frazer Nash/BMW TT Replica is seen crusing in the lead of the Melville Trophy race at the VSCC's Race Meeting at Cadwell Park in June 2015.
It is seen just before its mechanical break down. See next picture.
Photo taken at Merewether Baths, in Newcastle. Added the sky in this photograph, see what I had to say about it here: www.jacobshultz.com.au/blog :)
Lt Governor Rutherford enjoys a visit from the LEAD Nebraska team by Joe Andrucyk, Patrick Siebert at Governor's Reception Room and inner State House Steps, Maryland State House. 100 State Circle, Annapolis, MD 21401
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A new lead (Pb) planter made (I suppose) to go in the Square at Barts Hospital, London:
"Presented to St Bartholomew's Hospital in recognition of the devoted service and selfless dedication by all of the National Health Service during the Covid-19 pandemic".
Possibly for presentation by the Worshipful Company of Plumbers, who sponsor this workshop at Amberley.
www.amberleymuseum.co.uk/explore/explore-craft/worshipful...
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A friend saw this and said, "Eerie. Ethereal. Don't lick the glass! Danger. Danger."
I thought that was kind of funny...
My Christams present. managed to sneak this photo on one of my "visits" ( I sneak into my mom's room and talk to him. Yes, I talk to him xD
As the Caribbean continue to lead the region of the Americas with the EMTCT validation process, and the forthcoming validation of some of the UKOTS and OECS territories, PAHO will be producing a video highlighting the countries and territories who achieved validation status of the EMTCT and the other countries who is approaching the EMTCT.