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Cedar Hill State Park, Cedar Hill Texas

Posted on January 23, 2008 by joanie7

Opened in 1991, Cedar Hill State Park quickly became popular with campers, bicyclists, hikers and fishermen.  This 1,826 acre park sits at the edge of Joe Pool Reservoir, a 7,500 acre man made lake.

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Shopping while away from home

Posted on January 22, 2008 by joanie7

You never know when you may need a wide brimmed hat for the sun or an extra pair of trail hiking pants.  Have the toll free numbers and URL addresses for your favorite stores in a handy place.  Outfitters such … Continue reading →

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Medications

Posted on January 21, 2008 by joanie7

A specific list of current medicines that you take, both prescription and non prescription can prove invaluable in case of an emergency or helpful for a routine Dr. visit while you are away from home.  List your prescription medicines first, … Continue reading →

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Tip on new contacts

Posted on January 18, 2008 by joanie7

Buy a pocket sized personal address book just for this volunteer job.  You will be meeting many new people and before long will be collecting multiple names and telephone numbers as well as e-mail addresses. Having one book just for … Continue reading →

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Documents

Posted on January 17, 2008 by joanie7

You should have certain legal documents with you while you are away from home working at your National Park or other volunteer job.  The most important of these is your official valid form of identification.  This would be in the … Continue reading →

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