Summarize the following:
Function is more important than style in this case. Select a bag that has a few different pockets and is lightweight. Keep your bag as light as possible. You will put all of your supplies in your bag for easy access. Grab a first aid kit so you have supplies for any injury. Make sure it includes bandages, gauze, antibacterial ointment, cotton swabs, tissues, alcohol wipes, thermometer, and hand sanitizer.   Bring common medications like ibuprofen or acetaminophen. SAM splints are lightweight and are useful to carry in case of injury. If you need an EPI pen, be sure to carry it. Bring an inhaler if you have asthma. You cannot have too much water when desert hiking. Dehydration is a serious possibility, so drink lots and drink often. The absolute minimum you should carry is one gallon per person.  When you are halfway through your gallon, it is time to turn around. Make sure you have extra water in your car to rehydrate after your hike. Desert temperatures can drop drastically as soon as the sun goes down, even below 50 degrees. Bring a jacket if you will be hiking past sunset. If you plan on being out past twilight, bring a thicker jacket and warmer clothes. Eat before, during, and after your hike. Your body will burn through resources quickly in the desert, so make sure you keep refueling. Eat about twice as much as you would on a normal day. Eat things like nuts, trail mix, or beef jerky to keep energized. It is also helpful to eat a large breakfast before your hike. Maps are a necessary tool to help you orient yourself in the desert. Compasses or GPS devices can help you orient yourself as well. You never know when you will need to scrape off a cactus spine, so bring a knife or multitool like a swiss army knife to be prepared. It is helpful to also have a headlamp or flashlight in case you are out after dark If you are injured or encounter a threatening animal, you want to blow a whistle so other hikers or rangers can help you. Clip this to your daypack for easy access. Blow the whistle loud and clearly if you find yourself needing assistance. Be mindful not to toss any litter into the desert on your hike. Bring a plastic shopping bag or a small garbage bag to dispose of any trash. You will want extra water, snacks, and maybe an extra pair of clothes. After your hike, it is important to refuel with water and food since your energy will be depleted from the desert conditions. Drink some water before you leave, and change into fresh clothes if you are very sweaty. Desert heat is no joke, so be over-prepared rather than under-prepared.

summary: Grab a lightweight backpack or fanny pack to store your gear. Include a first aid kit just in case. Pack at least one gallon of water per person, per day. Bring an extra jacket if you hike at night. Bring energy-boosting, high-protein food. Bring things to help you navigate, like a map, compass, and GPS. Include a knife, multitool, and flashlight for extra preparation. Pack a whistle in case of an emergency. Throw in a trash bag to remove any litter. Put extra supplies in your car for after your hike.


Summarize the following:
Ballet slippers, jazz shoes, turning shoes, are best for practicing pirouettes. You need something with good range of motion and support. Modern shoes, such as Capezio Foot Undeez or Dance Paws are also appropriate, which cover and support the ball of your foot. They're easy to slip on and great for quick practices. You also need to practice pirouettes in a safe place, clear of any sharp objects or obstacles. It's always preferable to practice in a dance studio under supervision. Your shoulders should be directly over your hips. Straighten your supporting leg to keep your releve should be as high as possible, imagine yourself stretching up to the sky, and into the ground. Make sure your hips are not tilted to the back, or otherwise off-kilter. Imagine your hips were a fruit bowl. Would your fruit spill? A tilted pelvis can often lead to incorrect turns and eventually knee and back problems. Make sure you have a strong plie prep but don't stay in your preparation (plie) too long, because then you will lose the momentum, making it difficult to pirouette.

summary: Wear the appropriate footwear. Keep your ribs closed and your shoulders back. Check your hips.


Summarize the following:
Baking soda absorbs odors and moisture.  Simply get a box from the grocery store and pour it liberally all over the carpet in the room with the wet carpet smell.  Gently spread the baking soda around the carpet with a broom or sponge, working the powder into the carpet as you do so.  Allow the baking soda to remain on the carpet overnight. You can also use powdered borax in a similar manner.  If you use borax, follow any safety precautions on the packaging. Use the strongest vacuum you have and be sure to cover the entire surface of the carpet. Then vacuum the room a second time, making sure that you go over every area of the carpet from at least two different directions. Commercial carpet shampoo can also help remove a wet carpet smell. It can be found at your local grocery store or online. Follow the directions on the shampoo’s packaging, which will likely direct you to vacuum the carpet first.  Note that some carpet shampoos are designed to be used in a carpet cleaning machine, while others can be used with a sponge. For instance, you may need to sponge the shampoo into the carpet, allow it to sit for at least 20 minutes, and vacuum the entire area again.
summary: Sprinkle baking soda onto the carpet. Vacuum the carpet. Use a commercial carpet shampoo if the smell persists.