The armbar, or holding bar, is the thin, hooked metal with a hook at the end. When the armbar is loosened, move the armbar over to the back of the trap so it hangs over to the back of the trap. Place the bait on the pedal in the middle of the trap. Bait your Victor trap based on your rat species' diets. The most common rats are black and brown rats. Black rats are herbivores and like fruit or peanut butter. Brown rats, however, are omnivores—they are more likely to be tempted by bacon, dry meats, or strong-smelling cheese.  Use a toothpick to keep your scent from touching the bait and scaring away rats. For most Victor rat traps, the pedal will be bright yellow. If your rat trap will not set, you may have added too much bait. Return to this step if you cannot set your rat trap and remove some of the bait. If you have bought an easy set rat trap, you can pick 1 of 2 settings for your trap. Firm traps are easiest to set but harder to trigger. Sensitive traps are more effective but difficult to set. The kill bar is the rectangular metal piece along the top end of your rat trap. Take the armbar and lift it over the kill bar, latching it under the bait pedal.  If you have an easy set rat trap, set the kill bar as far back as possible to trigger the sensitive setting. Keep your finger and thumbs away from the inside area of the kill bar to avoid triggering the strike zone.
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One-sentence summary -- Release the armbar from the staple. Add bait to your trap. Set an easy set trap to "sensitive" for best results. Pull the kill bar back and hold it in place with your thumb.


This date will vary depending on the local climate and the location where you live.  Contact your national climate date center for more information about when you can anticipate the last freeze of the cold season.
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One-sentence summary -- Plant potatoes about two weeks before your last freeze date.


There are many different types of facial moisturizers, and the options may seem overwhelming. Some skin moisturizers can actually dry out your skin, making your complexion even worse. Make sure you choose a moisturizer that won't dry your skin out or irritate your face.  Opt for an oil-based moisturizer. Water-based moisturizers won't retain moisture against your skin as effectively as oil. Avoid moisturizers made with petroleum or petroleum-based ingredients. These can severely dry out or irritate your skin. Add moisturizer immediately after cleansing or exfoliating your skin. Using moisturizer while your face is still damp can help lock more moisture into your skin. You can also use moisturizer any time throughout the day when your skin feels dry. Dry skin can further damage your complexion. Remember that it's better to use too much moisturizer than not enough. If regular moisturizing lotion isn't sufficient, you can make your own hydrating mask at home. Many common, moisture-rich kitchen ingredients can be combined and applied to your face to lock in moisture and improve your complexion.  Common ingredients include honey, avocado, yogurt, olive oil, bananas, and aloe. Blend your desired ingredients into a cream or paste-like consistency. Apply the mask to your face and leave it on for 10 to 30 minutes before washing it off.
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One-sentence summary -- Choose the right moisturizer. Apply moisturizer to your face. Consider making and using a hydrating mask.


Upon graduation you must become licensed in order to practice pharmacy. The North American Pharmacist Licensure Exam (NAPLEX) is a standardized exam used throughout the United States to test pharmacy school graduates on their knowledge of pharmacology. Each state also has specific tests required to practice pharmacy within that state. You can learn more about state specific licensure through the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy. In some cases, you may want to further your education to become a specialized pharmacist. For example, if you want to become a clinical pharmacist, you must complete a pharmacy residency and a BPS (Board of Pharmacy Specialties) certification.  A pharmacy residency is two years long. The first year consists of generalized training and the second year is specialized training.  Specialities are not required. Once you are a fully licensed pharmacist, you can begin looking for a job. Search for job openings online with sites like www.indeed.com. Talk to any connections that you made through shadowing, pharmacy school, or residency.  Your first job as a pharmacist may not be exactly what you are looking for. You may have to work odd hours and a pharmacy that is not your first choice. Don’t expect to “move up the ladder” quickly. Be a hard worker and you will eventually move up. Even entry level pharmacists make good money. The average entry level pharmacist makes $75,000. Keep in mind that this amount depends on the location of your job. There is a lot more to owning your own pharmacy than just pharmaceuticals. There are a lot of startup costs. You will need to know or hire someone who has a business background to handle the marketing and accounting. However, the payoff could be worth it. You will be your own boss, set your own work hours, and potentially make more money.
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Get licensed. Become a specialist. Apply for jobs. Open your own pharmacy.