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Hundreds brave Grafenwoehr's brutal 15K obstacle course //Page 21 Grafenwoehr commemorated the victims of the bombardment and the end of WWII in April 1945

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Rotational troops get a morale boost in USAG Bavaria

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Days of Remembrance: Reserve Soldiers' firsthand look at Holocaust memorial

Page 14 Endangered bats protected in Hohenfels

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Page 36 Summer driving tips: Rising heat increases accident risk Page 45

Page 18 Hail, Caesar! Sixth grade recreates ancient Rome Page 22 Language course graduates set to

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Baby Expo showcases services

Suffering from a cold in the summer

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Page 58 May Dult 2015 – Volksfest tradition in Regensburg Page 60 Language need not be a barrier in Germany Page 65

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During Citizen Response 15, Army Reserve Soldiers from the 7th Civil Support Command visited the Flossenbürg, a Nazi concentration camp built in May 1938.

Days of Remembrance: Reserve Soldiers' firsthand look at Holocaust memorial FLOSSENBÜRG, Germany -- Seven decades have passed since U.S. Soldiers liberated prisoners from Konzentrationslager Flossenbürg, a Nazi concentration camp near the Czech border.

Visiting Army Reserve Soldiers from the 7th Civil Support Command found that the horrific memories of that dark time in Germany's past during World War II resonate today and cannot be forgotten -- the essence of Days of Remembrance commemoration of the Holocaust.

Established by Congress, Days of Remembrance is an annual Holocaust commemoration. Each April, military commands join schools, churches and other organizations for remembrance events to coincide with Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Photo Credit: Spc. Glenn Anderson

But it's not very often that Reserve Soldiers have the chance to visit a memorial at an actual concentration camp. The visit, sponsored 7th CSC chaplains, was for Soldiers who had spent two weeks training in nearby Grafenwoehr during Citizen Response 15, an emergency response exercise.

“We're here as a group of U.S. Army Soldiers. What does it do for you to remember this?" asked Capt. Robert Rayburn, the 361st Civil Affairs Brigade chaplain, encouraging the Soldiers reflect on the visit. “Make it a part of who you are and your service.”

Between 1938 and 1945, Nazis held roughly 100,000 prisoners at the camp. Around 30,000 died in captivity. Nazi SS forced prisoners to work in nearby granite quarries. Other prisoners worked aircraft and armament factories. At the end of WWII, the Nazis forced prisoners on death marches away from the camp.

When U.S. Army Soldiers liberated the camp on April 23, 1945, only 1,500 severely ill prisoners were found.

Many of the camp's original buildings stand today, to include its watch towers, its jail and a crematorium. Below the main camp, amid several memorials marking the nationalities and numbers of dead from each country, stands a large mound -- the bones and ashes of hundreds of people who died at the camp.

During the tour, Soldiers watched a documentary “We Survived -- The Others Remained.” “The film features survivors telling their own horrific stories. One was Jack Terry. Born Jakub Szabmacher in Poland, Terry was just 14 when he arrived at Flossenbürg in 1944.

“Everything that was, was not yours anymore,” Terry said, in his filmed interview. “Even your body was not your own.”

Terry was there when U.S. Army Soldiers arrived. A U.S. Army officer helped him move to the U.S. where he attended high school and later college on an ROTC scholarship. Terry then served in the U.S. Army, to include a tour in Germany during the 1950's.

The memorial's images and survivor's stories told of horrific suffering and the Germans denigrating actions, said Capt. Abdoulkad Sulaimansanussi, an officer with the 361st Civil Affairs Brigade.

“It moved me. It changed the way in which I see human suffering,” Sulaimansanussi said. “Things that happened here should never happen again anywhere. It's a reminder as well that, as human beings, we must not ever treat other human beings in such an inhumane way.”

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Combat Command B of the 11th Armored Division entered the training area from the southwest and positioned itself with its Sherman tanks in the destroyed stable area in front of the Water Tower.

A valuable document out of the American National Archive in Washington D. C.: This is the original advance plan of the 3rd US Army for the occupation of Grafenwoehr Training Area and the city of Weiden

German general turns over the training area

Americans capture Grafenwoehr on 19 April 1945 – Town gate was demolished

The 11th Armored Division divided its units into two brigade groups, Combat Command A and Combat Command B which moved forward on two different routes. Around 06.30 a.m. American aircraft flew their first reconnaissance missions and attacked several barracks.

The attack of Combat Command A came through Speichersdorf to Neustadt am Kulm, where more resistance had been expected and were severe fights occurred. Sporadic resistance was also encountered in Pressath. The “Wingard” task force comprised of tanks and mechanized infantry units moved towards Grafenwoehr. On the Birka, a hill north of the city, the tanks took their positions while the main body of troops moved into Grafenwoehr at 3.25 a.m. Eyewitnesses report that the majority of the citizens of Grafenwoehr had taken shelter in the mountain cellars on Annaberg. The female cook of a restaurant is said to have hoisted a white sheet at the town hall.

Combat Command B advanced through Vorbach Combat Command B advanced from Bayreuth via Chreußen and Vorbach into the Oberpfalz region. Around 1.30 p.m., the first American tanks drove through Eschenbach, where white flags had been hoisted on several houses and the church.

There was minor resistance near Stegenthumbach. Nearby, German soldiers had earlier demolished the rail-based gun Dora. Combat Command B entered the training area from the 5 | Bavarian Times

southwest through the small village of Grünhund and positioned itself in the previously destroyed stable area in front of the Water Tower.

At 4.30 p.m. on 19 April 1945 the division reported the capture of Grafenwoehr. An order from the 12th US Corps directed the division to stop their advance in Grafenwoehr. The break was used to “clean and secure” the Grafenwoehr area. Significant amounts of weapons, ammunition and materiel were secured to include “one of the largest depots of chemical weapons in Germany in a wooded distribution area (in the Mark).”

On the morning of 20 April, the training area was formally turned over. The last German garrison commander, General Rupprecht, had entrenched himself in a command post near the military cemetery. There, he is said to have turned over the garrison and the training area to the American troops without a fight.

Town gate demolished The Americans ordered an engineering unit to Grafenwoehr in the afternoon of 21 April. A huge tank was standing in front of the lower town gate and did not fit through. The order was given to demolish the more than 300-year-old town gate. In the early morning of the next day, operations to take over Weiden began.

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Photo Credit: Gerald Morgenstern (2)

Grafenwoehr, Germany -- “Weiden, the actual target seemed to only be a small object while Grafenwoehr was a larger and more significant location” reads the after action report of the 11th US Armored Division on 19 April 1945.

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Vilseck Mayor Hans-Martin Schertl on a dentist’s chair with clinic commander Maj. Benjamin Owen and dental assistant Donna Sypain. In the back: Grafenwöhr Mayor Edgar Knobloch and Mayors Ludwig Biller and Herbert Rudolf from Weiherhammer.

Grafenwoehr commemorated the victims of the bombardment and the end of WWII in April 1945

Photo Credit: Gerald Morgenstern

Grafenwoehr, Germany -- The church bells of Grafenwoehr reminded people of the bombardment on April 8, 70 years ago.

The victims were commemorated with a church service on Annaberg, a visit to a mountain cellar and a wreath laying at the war memorial.

“70 years ago, we were at war, for 70 years we have enjoyed peace in our country. April 8, 1945 marked the painful transition from war to peace,"” said Monsignore Karl Wohlgut during the church service on Annaberg. He celebrated it together with Chaplain Thomas Thiermann and US military chaplain Christopher Kopec. Among the guests were garrison commander Col. Mark Colbrook, Col. Thomas Matsel from JMTC and garrison Command Sergeant Major Jeffrey Dillingham and their spouses, as well as Lt. Col. Hans-Joachim Gehrlein of the German

Army (DMV), deputy county commissioner Albert Nickl and US vice consul Austin Richardson from Munich.

In his report, Chaplain Wohlgut remembered his first encounters with Americans. After being educated to hate and be hostile during the Nazi dictatorship, 1945 marked a new beginning that culminated in the cooperation of peoples and nations in the European Union and in the friendship with the American people. "When we ask for peace during this church service today, than we pray to God that he may continue to lead us lead us and guide us on ways to peace,” concluded Wohlgut who was 9 years old when he experienced the end of WWII. Following the church service, Toni Wittmann invited the guests to visit his mountain cellar. The very interested German and Bavarian Times | 6

After the church service on Annaberg, a mountain cellar was visited that provided the citizens of Grafenwoehr shelter from the bombs in 1945.

American crowded the cellar that was carved out of the sand stone and provided the citizens of Grafenwoehr shelter from the bombs. Led by the city band and the flag bearers of the local clubs, the commemorative march proceeded to the town hall.

“In commemoration of the victims of the air raids in April 1945” is carved into the stone at the base of the war memorial there.

Mayor Edgar Knobloch reminded guests that the air war that was started by Germany also returned to Grafenwoehr in 1945.

Knobloch read the names of the 26 civilian victims and also commemorated the several hundred soldiers that were stationed here and were also killed. Together with Col. Colbrook and Lt. Col. Gehrlein the mayor laid a wreath.

Asam and Leo Suttner spoke about their experiences at the end of the war.

The reports of the eyewitnesses were accompanied by a slide show that was put together by Gerald Morgenstern. The photos showed the damages at that time and aerial photos taken from allied bombers. In April 1945, aircraft flying above the B 17-bombers took photos. The severity of the air raids was documented in after action reports put together by the 3rd Air Division: 600 tons of bombs were dropped on the training area and the city.

US Garrison commander Col. Mark A. Colbrook thanked the city for inviting him and his comrades to take part in the commemoration events. The experiences, said Colbrook, also led to strong relations that became the basis for today’s solidarity between the Americans and Europe.

“War is cruel and has changed our lives” was the conclusion of the eye witnesses who gave very emotional reports about how they experienced the bombardment of the city and the end of the war in April 1945. “It was a miserable end” said Mayor Edgar Knobloch about the transition to now 70 years of peace.

Monisgnore Karl Wohlgut, the 86-year-old Engelbert Reiter, Georg Bräutigam, eight years old at the time, Georg Meiler, Heinz

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Garrison commander Col. Mark Colbrook, Susanne Bartsch, Col. Thomas Matsel from JMTC, garrison Command Sergeant Major Jeffrey Dillingham, Lt. Col. HansJoachim Gehrlein, deputy county commissioner Albert Nickl and US vice consul Austin Richardson from Munich (right to left, first row) listen to the reports of the eye witnesses in the museum.

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Soon-to-be-moms in U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria try to guess how many toilet paper squares fit around their pregnant stomachs during a group baby shower at Tower Barracks, March 13. The shower was co-hosted by the USO and Heidi Murkoff, author of "What to Expect When You're Expecting."

“What to Expect” baby shower brings moms together GRAFENWOEHR, Germany -- Over 70 expectant moms in U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria celebrated their pregnancies together at a group baby shower, March 13.

Photo Credit: Chelsea Bissell, U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria Public Affairs

Heidi Murkoff, author and maven behind the game-changing “What to Expect When You're Expecting” book series, hosted the baby shower for the moms and moms-to-be at Tower Barracks.

Since 2013, Murkoff has partnered with the USO to bring largescale baby showers to military communities around the world.

By hosting these showers, Murkoff seeks to provide support and personal information for those far from home.

“It's never easy being a mom, especially for first time,” Murkoff said. “But, these families and these women are so far-flung and so separated from their net of support; they're completely on their own.”

“These moms say to me, 'my mom isn't here and I just want to call my mom,'” she added. “And then they have deployed spouses. They deliver on their own and bring their baby back home on their own. It's just exponentially harder.”

The “What to Expect” baby showers try to take the loneliness out of being pregnant while away from home and create a

space where moms can network and enjoy the company of those in the same condition in the same community.

“It's supposed to be a fun, relaxing day for moms. They get to meet Heidi and also make contact with other expecting moms,” said Kendall Walton, programs coordinator for USO Headquarters in Arlington, Virginia.

First-time moms sat around tables with those expecting their third, fourth or even fifth child. In between playing baby shower games and winning raffle prizes, the women chatted about doctors, joked about weight gain and compared pregnancy symptoms.

“I came because I wanted to be around a lot of pregnant women,” said Valerie Pamphile. “Studies show that when you're around other women at your gestational age, you thrive.”

Pamphile added that while she often sees other pregnant women on post, she feels she can't approach them to discuss symptoms and medical care. At Murkoff's shower, however, that openness is encouraged.

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Heidi Murkoff teases Gretchen Stradley about her Play-Doh stroller during a group baby shower at Tower Barracks, March13. Murkoff, author of "What to Expect When You're Expecting," hosted the shower for over 70 expectant moms in the community.

child, Murkoff found an absence of literature on the realities of pregnancy.

and willing to discuss anything, Murkoff urged the new moms to not be shy with their questions.

At that time, explained Murkoff, most pregnancy books were written by male doctors who can't experience what they wrote about and treated pregnancy as an illness and not something to be celebrated and discussed.

The room opened up, running through queries on relationships, bodily changes and how to navigate the German medical system. In keeping with the community feel, experienced moms as well as doulas (hired advocates for women during labor) and representatives from Lactation Connection, a national breastfeeding organization, chimed in with their insights for the group.

Her book, however, delved into the minutia of pregnancy, discussing every unpleasant or delightful symptom during each month of gestation. Because of this personal touch, it quickly became the go-to guide for expecting families.

Since then, Murkoff and her books have become international household names. The original book is currently on its fourth edition and has spawned companion sources on nutrition and parenting, which have sold over 34 million copies in the U.S. alone. She answers questions and provides information to parents throughout the world through conferences, group baby showers and social media.

Murkoff lent her expertise to the women of USAG Bavaria as well during a question-and-answer session. Warm, unabashed

The “What to Expect" baby showers have received encouraging feedback in the past two years from attendees and the military community. The USO plans on expanding the showers to reach more military bases in the U.S. and abroad.

“The program is really needed in the military community,” said Walton. “There are so many military moms having babies and being away from home, so it's a really good fit.”

| by Chelsea Bissell, U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria Public Affairs

Photo Credit: Chelsea Bissell, U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria Public Affairs (2)

Two soon-to-be-moms in U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria try to guess how many toilet paper squares fit around their pregnant stomachs during a group baby shower at Tower Barracks, March 13. The shower was co-hosted by the USO and Heidi Murkoff, author of "What to Expect When You're Expecting."

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Soldiers at the recreation center at Camp Algiers take advantage of free Wi-Fi on April 14 in U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria.

Spc. Maletta Emmons, 1st Battalion, 41st Field Artillery Regiment, exercises at the rotational troops' new gym at Camp Algiers in U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria, April 14.

Rotational troops get a morale boost in USAG Bavaria GRAFENWOEHR, Germany -- The thousands of rotational troops arriving at U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria now have their own recreation center and gym at Camp Algiers in the Grafenwoehr Training Area.

Photo Credit: Chelsea Bissell, U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria Public Affairs (2)

The recreation center provides activities for the rotating Soldiers and a means to contact family and friends in the states.

TVs, video games, board games, foosball tables, a library and soon pool and ping pong tables, keep Soldiers entertained.

Free Wi-Fi and call center allow Soldiers to easily contact loved ones back home.

“What the rec center and gym are intended to do is bring quality of life enhancements to the field camps," said Audre Binder, USAG Bavaria Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation director.

Though the training camps aren't far from the main installation, the vehicle-less Soldiers must walk one mile and past a security point to reach the nearest building with Wi-Fi, nearly 2.5 miles to the Warrior Zone recreation facility, and even further to reach the Tower Barracks gym.

“With the standup of the (rec center) Soldiers are able to walk a few minutes and get connected. I see Soldiers and their families on Facetime or Skype all the time when I go there,” said Col. Robert Ashe, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division commander, out of Fort Stewart.

“Today we are in a connected world,” added Ashe. “Soldiers and their families have an expectation that they can communicate.”

Easy access to these modern-day necessities has improved the sense of well-being in the camps, said Master Sgt. Arthur Wade, Mayor Cell noncommissioned officer in charge.

“The morale has gone up a lot since the rec center was opened. Soldiers needing Wi-Fi had to go over onto base. Now, they actually line up in front of the rec center waiting for it to open,” said Wade.

While troops certainly get in line for games and Wi-Fi, the rec center also provides a refuge for those crammed in training barracks and sharing sleeping quarters with 50 other Soldiers.

“I come here for the peace and quiet,” said Spc. Fred Villeneuve, 1st ABCT, 3ID. Spc. Stuart Handy, also from 1st ABCT, 3ID, expressed a similar need for escape.

“It's peaceful at the rec center," said Handy. “It's nice. I come here to relax and get on Wi-Fi and talk to friends and family back home.”

Adjacent to the rec center is a gym with free weights, machines, treadmills and ellipticals.

“Having the gym is absolutely awesome,” said Ashe. “Soldiers need an outlet when they deploy, and in every deployment that I have been on the gym is a focal part of helping Soldiers get through the deployment. They set goals, establish lifting partners and really have something to look forward to every day.”

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Sgt. Chris Cunningham, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Combined Arms Battalion, 69th Armor Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division, and Pfc. Joshua Valera, 1st ABCT, 3-69 AR, 3ID, play foosball at the recreation center at Camp Algiers in U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria, April 14.

Soldiers unwind after work at the new gym established for rotational troops in U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria, April 14.

With the fitness and off-duty needs of the rotational troops being met, FMWR is now looking to expand transportation and travel opportunities.

commitment in providing landpower to combatant commanders and NATO's supreme commander.

Outdoor Recreation already picks up Soldiers from the training area for day trips, making it easier for them to explore Germany. Regular outings to nearby cities, like Nuremberg and Regensburg, for the rotational troops are also a possibility, said Wolfgang Schultes, Outdoor Recreation director.

Rental bicycles and on-post fishing opportunities might be available soon as well.

“We're trying to extend as many services to these Soldiers as possible," said Schultes. “This is where more recreational services are needed than anywhere else.”

“Our allies are going to continue to need to be assured that we are there, and nothing says commitment like American Soldiers standing (alongside) them,” said Hodges recently during a speech at the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command's headquarters in Virginia.

Soldiers from Fort Stewart started arriving here last month to assume responsibility for a land forces training mission in Poland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. Members of the 4th ID Mission Command Element, from Fort Carson, Colorado, also deployed here in February to serve as the division-level headquarters under the Army's regionally aligned forces concept.

The rotational forces, such as the Soldiers from ABCT, 3ID, are part of European Command's ongoing Operation Atlantic Resolve, which began last year. Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges, commander of U.S. Army Europe, called OAR and its 24 multinational exercises, “the new normal,” adding that it demonstrates the Army's

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Members of the 702nd Explosive Ordnance Disposal Company unload a World War II-era bomb for disposal at a training range. Workers unearthed the 1,000-pound bomb while clearing a construction site on U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria, Germany.

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Community effort diffuses WWII bomb at Army garrison in Grafenwoehr GRAFENWOEHR, Germany -- A World War II-era bomb was discovered at the Army garrison here, setting in motion a rapid response by Army officials and a German ordnance disposal team that prompted the community's safe evacuation and the bomb's eventual disposal.

and The Washington Post, demonstrated the safety precautions unique to construction on post. Anytime ground is broken on post, a digging permit must first be issued, said Keith Lear, safety manager for U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria. This case was no different.

The World War II-era bomb was recently discovered during construction at the site of a new elementary school near the main gate and adjacent to the garrison headquarters building.

Michael Saalborn, a first-responder and a safety specialist with JMTC, said that the German ordnance removal company EMC was searching the area for unexploded ordnance. “It's the first step prior to any construction,” he said.

The bomb was located about six feet deep and was estimated to be around 1,000 pounds, said Dirk Kellar, safety director at the Joint Multinational Training Command, or JMTC, headquartered here, which provides oversight for the land and training areas in Grafenwoehr and Hohenfels.

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“We know it's a bombed area,” said Harry Kordesch, a safety specialist with JMTC. “The survey is conducted to ensure that it's safe for construction and remove anything dangerous.”

“Since this was identified as a World War II munition, the German Explosive Ordinance Disposal, or EOD, has jurisdiction,”said Bavarian Times | 12

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The air raid over Grafenwoehr, April 8, 1945, is shown in this historical photo.

Members of the 702nd Explosive Ordnance Disposal Company load a World War II-era bomb before moving it to the training range.

Kellar, a reference to the explosive ordnance team. “This sort of thing is not uncommon,” adding that another World War II bomb was discovered in 2004 and safely removed in the same general area.

lessons learned from this response and use them to improve our actions for next time. There is nothing more important to us than the safety and welfare of our community members.”

“Less risk to move and detonate here than to move it,” said 1st Sgt. Jesse Krone, first sergeant with the 702nd EOD Company.

“Once the bomb was defused by the ordnance company that discovered it, we loaded it and took it out to the impact area located here.”

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Gerald Morgenstern

The 702nd EOD Company detonated the bomb at Grafenwoehr Training Area's Range 117, around 7:30 p.m. later that night.

What unfolded after the bomb's discovery was a paradigm in community relations. The German police and fire department, a Bavarian explosive ordnance disposal team from Nuremberg, the 702nd EOD Company, staff with the garrison, military police, criminal investigations, JMTC - all coupled with the cooperation of the entire military community - mobilized and deescalated the situation.

“The way we handled this unexploded ordnance discovery is a testament to the vital work our entire team does day in and day out,” said Col. Mark Colbrook, commander of U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria, noting the efforts, among others, of the Directorate of Emergency Services, Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security, safety office, public affairs and German first-responders. “The next step is to take best practices and 13 | Bavarian Times

“The garrison systems in place were not only highly effective, but were leveraged in such a way that we could fully utilize the capacities of all our German partners, which included the German police, fire department and Bavarian EOD,” said Lt. Col. John Bergman, Grafenwoehr's top cop and director of emergency services.

“Our day-to-day interaction with our German partners was critical to the timeliness of our first-responders and the fast and safe evacuation,” Bergman said.

The discovery of the unexploded bomb comes at an eerie time and is a dramatic reminder of our not-so-distant past. April 5th marks the 70th anniversary of when the allies bombed the training area of Grafenwoehr, then used by the German military and the surrounding area.

The attack on April 8, 1945, known as “Low Sunday,” was perhaps the most disastrous of the campaign. Two hundred and three American B-17 bombers dropped nearly 200 tons of fire bombs over Grafenwoehr, according to local historian Gerald Morgenstern.

While safety measures are in place to protect the community from unexploded ordnance, one can play a part.

“If you or someone you know encounters a munition, remember the 3 R's: recognize, retreat and report,” Lear said.

| by Nathan Van Schaik, Joint Multinational Training Command

Photo Credit: Lt. Col. Greg Orrell, U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria

In a country laden with unexploded ordnance dating back to World War I, German regulations require that construction companies use professional bomb safe organizations. But on American military installations, relations and responsibilities can become convoluted. While EMC could have removed and detonated the bomb on its own, the 702nd Explosive Ordnance Disposal Company, headquartered here, took on the responsibility.

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The Greater Horseshoe Bat is a protected species on the the Hohenfels Training Area.

Endangered bats protected in Hohenfels HOHENFELS, Germany -- There are well over 3,000 different species of flora and fauna on the Hohenfels Training Area, but for many people the most exciting creature here is the Greater Horseshoe Bat.

Photo Credit: Rudolf Leitl

Named for its uniquely shaped nose “leaf� -- which bats use to detect objects via reflected sound -- the Greater Horseshoe Bat is protected through a coordinated effort by the U.S. military and German government.

While many people may have heard about this beautiful little bundle of fur, only a few may know that the species is extremely endangered in Europe. Therefore, the Greater Horseshoe Bat is the subject of widespread conservation activities by the Government of Bavaria, the Federal Forest Service and the USAG Bavaria Environmental Division. Under the guidance of renowned bat expert and project manager Rudolf Leitl, these three organizations partner to improve areas for the bats to breed, roost and hibernate, as well as find forage.

For example, in 1992, a nursery roost was found inside an old building located in the nearby small town of Hohenburg. The building was repaired, with the nursery roost being further optimized in recent years, resulting in a growing bat population. Plus

another nursery roost was made available on HTA, in the former village of Lutzmannstein.

Furthermore, recent renovations were made in cellars of several buildings in the former villages spread throughout HTA. These cellars are important as they provide uniformly cool places for bats to hibernate and to sleep during extremely hot summer days, and especially in autumn and spring.

Since 2012, there is an ongoing EU LIFE+ Project funded by the European Union, the Bavarian Nature Fund and the Hirschwald Nature Park. The U.S. Army and German Federal Forest (Bundesforst) also support this project, which covers 1,164 hectare acres on HTA. There, the habitat has remained relatively unaltered and provides excellent conditions for the bat.

This is the first time an active military training area has been included as part of a LIFE+ Project in Germany. As part of the project, fruit trees have been planted as a joint effort to increase the amount of insects, which are the bats' main food source.

Also, grazing programs in cooperation with farmers from around Hohenburg were implemented. A breed of red cattle keep the meadows free from bushes and trees, ensuring a plethora of Bavarian Times | 14

Greater Horseshoe Bat roosting caves on the Hohenfels Training Area provide a safe, quiet place for the bats to rest.

insects can thrive. Moreover, several dung beetle species, a favorite food source of horseshoe bats, are supported as they survive on the cattle's manure.

Greater Horseshoe Bat facts: *The colony of Greater Horseshoe Bats at Hohenburg is the only one in Germany. *Horseshoe bats can reach an age of over 30 years. *They have their first baby (called a pup') when they are 5-6 years old. They give birth to only one pup annually and can skip a year. They take good care of their offspring and show them what is needed to survive. *Bats hibernate in caves. During hibernation, a bat's body temperature lowers and their metabolic rate slows, meaning they use less energy and can survive on the fat they have stored up for the winter.

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*Some bat roosting caves are located on HTA. These caves are extremely important to the livelihood of the bats; they provide a safe, quiet place to rest and the temperature remains constant. *About 90 percent of the Grafenwoehr and Hohenfels Training Areas have been identified as a Natura 2000 nature sanctuary under the European Birds and the Fauna-Flora-Habitats Directives. A "military reservation" provision in nature-protection law applies for military training areas so that the nomination may not impair current and future military use.

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Chloe Holland examines bacteria clusters during the experiment phase of her Junior Science and Humanties Symposium project.

Jacob Nantz poses with his research poster during the Junior Science and Huanties Symposium European regional competition held in Germany, last month.

Student scientists score at symposium HOHENFELS, Germany -- Two students from Hohenfels Middle/High School are headed to the Junior Science and Humanities Symposium national competition in Hunt Valley, Md., April 29 -- May 2.

Senior Chloe Holland and junior Jacob Nantz earned their spots after competing at the European regional competition held in Germany last month.

JSHS is sponsored by the research arm of the Department of Defense and seeks to prepare and support students to contribute as future scientists and engineers by promoting and rewarding original research and experimentation at the high school level.

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Out of the more than 60 entrants in the competition, only 23 students from across Europe were chosen to present their findings at the symposium in Riedstadt. Presentations were divided into two categories; oral and poster presentations. A third Hohenfels student, 11th-grader Ian Rodman, also attended the regionals as a poster presenter.

“We had to find background research, and conduct individual experiments,” said Holland. “Then you collect all the data, and analyze it to see if your hypothesis was right.”

After their presentation, the students faced a six minute question period by the judges.

“That's more intimidating than the actual presentation because

they worked and worked on the presentation, but you don't know what kind of questions they judges are going to ask,”said Joyce Dusenberry, HMHS chemistry and physics teacher. She served as student mentor during the JSHS project. “That's a challenge, but it's good because that's the way to show how much they really Knopp about their topic.”

Nantz took the top spot in the poster category with his research on the strength and effectiveness of domestically produced bioplastics.

“Mine was kind of touching on global problems,” Nantz said.

“I feel like we have a huge problem with petroleum and litter and … if this project could be made into something better it could help the world.”

Bioplastics are derived from renewable biomass sources, rather than petroleum or natural gas as in common plastics.

Nantz created five different plastics using banana peels, corn starch, potato starch, algae agar, and whole milk protein. He then used a force meter to break each one and measure its strength.

As a wearer of dental braces, Holland's research was a bit more personal, focusing on the effect that braces have on the number of bacteria in the mouth.

“I swabbed people's mouths and put the samples on agar plates and let them culture for two weeks and then counted the bacteria clusters,” Holland explained.

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Ian Rodman, Chloe Holland, and Jacob Nantz all competed at the Junior Science and Humanties Symposium European regional competition held in Germany, recently.

“Only the top two winners get to present orally at nationals,” Holland said, “so I have to rework mine to be able to put it on a poster.”

Nantz has been busy as well, reworking his presentation.

“There were no real restrictions at regionals, but going into nationals, there's an exact layout I have to follow,” he said.

The students will be accompanied by Dusenberry, who was also chosen as teacher of the year for JSHS. “I think they select people for the teacher award who have been involved with the program and try to encourage kids to participate,” Dusenberry said. “This is about the seventh year that we've had students that been selected to actually participate in the program.”

Her students see it differently.

“She's the bomb dot com,” Holland declared. “She helped with the materials, helped me design the experiment, she was the main facilitator and chief editor!”

In addition to cash prizes, scholarships and bragging rights, the JSHS competitions offer students something more intangible but just as valuable.

“One of the benefits of the JSHS experience for these students is that it allows students to do their own original research, and encourages creative thinking,” said Dusenberry. “When you have to actually present your original scientific research in front of professionals with PhDs and get critiqued on that, that's a really good experience and will look great on a college application.” | by Mark Iacampo, U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria – Hohenfels

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Holland took fourth place in the oral presentation category and earned her spot at nationals.

Students in home-made armor demonstrate ancient Roman battle formations at the Roman Carnival held at Hohenfels Elementary School, recently.

Photo Credit: Mark Iacampo, U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria Hohenfels

Hail, Caesar! Sixth grade recreates ancient Rome HOHENFELS, Germany -- As the gates slid open, a tall woman in multi-hued robes stepped elegantly forward, raising her hand in welcome.

several more demonstrations, the soldiers melted back to their positions along the wall as the Oracle stepped forward again.

“Welcome to Rome.”

“Greetings, travelers. I am the Oracle,” she said.

Soldiers in segmented armor and peaked helmets snapped to attention. A centurion cried, “Wedge Formation,” and the soldiers slid seamlessly into place.

“Shaped like an arrow, this formation is used to pierce an enemy line,” The centurion barked. “Turtle formation!”

Shields clashed as the soldiers crated a protective shell around themselves, shields overlapping alongside and overhead. After

Though this may sound like the opening of a new Hollywood blockbuster, in reality, this is how visitors were greeted as they entered the Hohenfels Elementary School's sixth grade Roman Carnival, recently.

Each year, the sixth grade social studies class studies the ancient cultures of Greece and Rome, and this year teacher Patricia Hannon decided to try something different.

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Costumed 'goddesses' doll out cups of 'ambrosia' at the Roman Carnival held at Hohenfels Elementary School, recenlty.

Second-grade students decorate their own paper shields while sixth-graders explain how they were used in battle during the Roman Carnvial at Hohenfels Elementary School, recently.

fellow educator, Kathryn Iacampo,” said Hannon. “She shared pictures, games, costume ideas and her rich knowledge of ancient Roman sites to help build the project. Through collaboration, it was decided to try a completely student-lead Roman Carnival experience.”

“Rome was good at conquering new lands, and they brought back a lot of slaves,” she explained. "But then they used the slaves for a lot of the jobs that used to be paid and so the plebeians lost their jobs and got poorer while the rich got richer."

“(The students) have set up traditional stalls that they anticipate they would have found in the market place,” said sixth-grade teacher Sarah Utter.

Visiting second-graders could craft their own jewelry, study the constellations, create paper flowers or learn to pick a lock. At one booth, visitors could decorate a paper shield while three sixth-graders explained what materials were used in the originals and how a centurion might wield it in battle.

At another booth, the “goddess Fortuna,” also known as Brooklyn Moore, offered guests a glimpse of their future.

“They would open a sheep and see by the way the guts looked what your future would be,” Moore said, presenting a wool covered bag. Inside, through a mass of spaghetti noodles and tomato sauce, scraps of paper informed visitors of a fun future.

Another room offered students the chance to create their own helmets or masks, weave a paper basket, try on a toga and even launch marshmallows with a catapult.

“It's fascinating to learn about different cultures,” Moise added.

“I was born in Haiti and I am still finding America fascinating for all the stuff you learn.”

Students handed out cups of a fruit “Ambrosia” and demonstrated a homemade aqueduct. Drawings of Roman leaders and ancient gods lined the walls.

“Yesterday, they decided to cover the walls and used a projector to trace the images,” said Jessica Fedorisin, parent liaison. "All of this has been all of their heart and souls going into it. They're very creative, and I've been learning so much from them."

Hannon said the idea was for the sixth grade to give back to the school.

“We talked a lot about what would really 'wow' a second grader,” she said. “That's where we started and they ran with it.”

This is entirely student-led; this all came out of their imaginations.

“They did their research, studied hard, and I'm really proud of them.”

The carnival was by no means all fun and games. The children knew their subject and were delighted to share their knowledge.

Joseph Rogers showed pictures from his family's recent trip to Rome, expounding on the gladiatorial games at the Coliseum, Roman customs, food and architecture.

“The Pantheon is the biggest dome in the world, even though it's 2000 years old,” Rogers said.

Rebecca Moise gave an overview of Roman society and drew comparisons between ancient times and today.

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| by Mark Iacampo, U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria – Hohenfels

Photo Credit: Mark Iacampo, U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria Hohenfels (2)

The display included a Roman market where costumed “merchants” hawked their wares beneath colorful awnings while a sparkling "fountain of youth" bubbled in the background.

| SMARDAN

U.S. Soldiers, from the 2nd Cavalry Regiment, stand in formation with their Romanian and British allies during the opening ceremony for Operation Wind Spring in Smardan, Romania, April 21, 2015.

Elements of a Romanian brigade, the British Coldstream Guards and the U.S. Army's 2nd Cavalry Regiment and 1-4 Infantry Regiment conduct a demonstration for the Romanian defense minister and the deputy supreme allied commanderEurope, April 21, 2015.

Training no longer confined to single geographical area SMARDAN, Romania -- War strategists, from Sun Tzu to Clausewitz, could never quite solve the problems posed by distance.

But distance is becoming less and less of an issue for training at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center, or JMRC.

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U.S. and British troops are both simultaneously conducting situational exercises here and at the JMRC's Hohenfels Training Areas. What has been dubbed "connected training" is proving they can all link into the same training exercises and receive unparalleled multinational training from a U.S. Army combat training center.

de in Hohenfels [2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment], and a Romanian Brigade [282nd Romanian Mechanized Infantry Brigade] and [a] Lithuanian Battalion in a simulated environment, simulating units operating side-by-side,” said Capt. Hector Rueda, assigned to the Joint Multinational Readiness Center's Warhog observer coach trainer, or OCT, team. “This training highlights multinational interoperability at all levels.”

JMRC's OCTs conceptualize, administer and monitor the bulk of the training at the JMRC. The JMRC often sends OCT teams to multiple countries, which also expands training to countries unable to participate in the large-scale training exercises.

U.S. Soldiers, from 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, are training with NATO allies and partners during Operation Wind Spring, a satellite exercise held in Romania that is part of the larger multinational exercise, known as Exercise Saber Junction 15, which will conclude at U.S. Army Europe's Hohenfels Training Area, April 30.

“The Romanian brigade is very receptive of all feedback provided by OCTs at all levels, and as the exercise progresses, the units continue to improve,” Rueda said. “We are able to give an unbiased, outside perspective, to training units that help further refine their military operations.”

Multinational exercises, including Operation Wind Spring, are becoming a commonplace as the U.S. Army encourages interoperability with its NATO allies and partners through connected training.

U.S. Army training continues to evolve. The Multinational Interoperability Program Gateway, or MIP, allows multinational command and control systems to pass data across different networks for collaborative sharing of information.

What in the past was confined to a single geographical area has now expanded throughout Europe. So while the Romanian 282nd Mechanized Infantry Brigade fights a replicated enemy played by U.S. Soldiers, assigned to the 1st Battalion, 4th Infantry Regiment in Romania, that same enemy is being fought at the Hohenfels Training Area in Germany - as part of Exercise Saber Junction 15.

“This allows units to exercise adjacent unit coordination and synchronization of assets and enablers, because they are seeing a common operating picture as their multinational partners,” Rueda said.

“During [Exercise] Saber Junction 15, we have a Division [4th Infantry Division] providing mission command for one live briga-

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| GRAFENWOEHR

Sgt. Roberto Rios, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 7th Army JMTC, wiggles through the mud crawl obstacle at Grafenwoehr's third annual Rugged Terrain Obstacle Run April 11, 2015. The course is a grueling 15 kilometer, 20-obstacle run co-sponsored by Family and Morale Welfare and Recreation and the Joint Multinational Training Command.

GRAFENWOEHR, Germany -- More than 350 participants competed in one of the Army's most grueling races held annually here.

The third annual Grafenwoehr Rugged Terrain Obstacle Run took place April 11, 2015, grinding participants through 15 kilometers and 20 obstacles.

The Rugged Terrain Run, which is similar to the Tough Mudder and Spartan Race, has become a staple in the Bavaria military community, as well as among other military communities throughout Germany.

“I believe people like to get dirty and have fun while they compete, and this is why I believe the Rugged Terrain Run is popular,” said Serge Kearse, the sports and fitness chief for USAG Bavaria's Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation.

Obstacles like the mud crawl, the tire flip and the monkey bars tested competitors' strength, endurance and mental toughness.

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“I always wanted to participate in something like this but I never had the opportunity,” said Sgt. Roberto Rios, a human resources sergeant. “When all my co-workers told me they were doing the race, I decided to join them.”

Rios said his goal was to complete the run in less than an hour.

He finished in one hour and 59 minutes.

“It was definitely a challenge and I feel broke,” said Rios after completing the course. “But I will definitely participate next year so I can beat my time.”

Family & MWR and the Joint Multinational Training Command continue a partnership begun in 2013 developing the Rugged Terrain Run to promote health and fitness, and encourage units to take advantage of the newly built training course.

| by Sgt. Kenneth D. Reed, Joint Multinational Training Command

Photo Credit: Sgt. Kenneth D. Reed, Joint Multinational Training Command

Hundreds brave Grafenwoehr's brutal 15K obstacle course

Six participants graduated from the Countering Narcotics and Illicit Trafficking-Language Program during a ceremony held April 8 at the George C. Marshall European Center for Security Studies in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany. The CNIT-LP is a specially tailored language program for participants who will be attending the Marshall Center's resident course on Countering Narcotics and Illicit Trafficking, which starts April 9. Pictured (from left): Nancy Margalit, CNIT-LP instructor; Mongolian Maj. Tuvshintugs Tsogtbayar; Yuji Enomoto, from Japan; Algerian Maj. Kamel Benamirouche; Guatemalan Col. Rony Armando Romero Paz; Moroccan Maj. Mourad El Hammoumi; Columbian Capt. Edward Enrique Arevalo Rios; Professor Steve Monaco, CNIT course director; Lt. Col. Ryan Boyle, CNIT assistant course director; and, Peggy Garza, chair of the English Language Programs Department for the Marshall Center's Partner Language Training Center Europe.

Language course graduates set to combat illicit trafficking, criminal activities

Photo Credit: Christine June, George C. Marshall European Center for Security Studies

GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN, Germany -- Six participants graduated from the Countering Narcotics and Illicit TraffickingLanguage Program during a ceremony held April 8 at the George C. Marshall European Center for Security Studies here.

The CNIT-LP is a specially tailored language program for participants who will be attending the Marshall Center's resident course on Countering Narcotics and Illicit Trafficking, which starts April 9.

“This is an absolutely unique language program, which combines language skills development with the authentic CNIT content,” said Peggy Garza, chair of the English Language Programs Department for the Marshall Center's Partner Language Training Center Europe. “Professor Monaco (CNIT director) ensured that the participants in the language program had multiple opportunities to hear lectures and engage in discussions with CNIT faculty, providing the best possible preparation for their subsequent studies in CNIT.”

cy Margalit, one of the CNIT-LP instructors. "This approach will guarantee your success in the CNIT.” Candidates nominated by their governments to attend CNIT are required to be fully proficient in the English language. Proficiency is tested via an English comprehension-level test administered at more than 120 U.S. embassies worldwide.

The Marshall Center's PLTCE developed this five-week English language immersion program for CNIT candidates who are moderately proficient in English. The CNIT-LP is designed to improve participants' oral communication and listening comprehension skills, while focusing on course-related terminology necessary for successful attendance in the CNIT resident course.

These CNIT-LP graduates will be joining more than 70 participants from more than 50 countries in the CNIT course.

This year's CNIT-LP graduates hail from Algeria, Colombia, Guatemala, Japan, Mongolia and Morocco. After the CNIT-LP graduation, Yuji Enomoto, narcotics agent from Narcotics Control Department the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare, is now the Marshall Center's first alumni from Japan.

“This year marks CNIT's progression to a global program as we have participants coming in from all across the globe,” said Professor Steve Monaco, the CNIT course director, who has 21 years of experience as a special agent with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and regional law enforcement adviser for the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime.

“You got your money's worth from this course. You worked very closely together with both instructors. You asked questions about the words, meaning of the text and grammar," said Nan-

Marshall Center's CNIT is a two week resident program that focuses on 21st century national security threats as a result of illicit trafficking and other criminal activities.

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“There is a growing recognition that transnational organized crime is growing in size and influence in a world increasingly marked with globalization and diminishing importance of borders,” Monaco said. “Transnational organized crime surges into gaps of opportunities and is, frankly, threatening governments.”

sues: Program on Terrorism and Security Studies; Program on Applied Security Studies; Program on Security Sector Capacity Building; Seminar on Regional Security; Seminar on Transnational Civil Security; Program on CNIT; Program on Cyber Security Studies; and, Senior Executive Seminar.

This program examines the major methods by which transnational criminal and terrorist organizations engage in illegal narcotics trafficking and other criminal activities for profit.

The Marshall Center conducts a variety of unique programs involving to date officials from more than 110 countries. The center's resident programs have a long-term academic focus, while its non-resident programs focus on current issues and problem solving. Graduate support specialists work to maintaining contact with and support more than 10,000 Marshall Center alumni.

The course is designed for government officials and practitioners who are engaged in policy development, law enforcement, intelligence, and interdiction activities aimed at countering illicit narcotics trafficking, terrorist involvement in criminal activity, and the associated elements of transnational crime and corruption.

The mission of the Marshall Center, as a vital instrument of German-American cooperation, is to create a more stable security environment by advancing democratic institutions and relationships; promoting active, peaceful, whole-of-government approaches to address transnational and regional security challenges; and creating and enhancing enduring partnerships worldwide.

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| by Christine June, George C, Marshall European Center for Security Studies

More information on these and other Marshall Center activities is available at www.marshallcenter.org.

For those who are interested in attending a Marshall Center resident program, call the Registrar's Office at +49 (0)8821-750- 2656/2530/2327 or 314-4402656/530/327, or email registrar@marshallcenter.org.

Photo Credit: Christine June, George C. Marshall European Center for Security Studies

Yuji Enomoto, narcotics agent from Narcotics Control Department the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare in Japan, graduates from the Countering Narcotics and Illicit Trafficking-Language Program April 6 at the George C. Marshall European Center for Security Studies in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany. Enomoto is the Marshall Center's first alumni from Japan. Pictured with Enomoto is one of his CNIT-LP instructors, Nancy Margalit, Professor Steven Monaco, course director for the Marshall Center's resident course on Countering Narcotics and Illicit Trafficking, and Lt. Col. Ryan Boyle (right), assistant CNIT course director. The CNIT-LP is a specially tailored language program for participants who will be attending the Marshall Center's resident course on Countering Narcotics and Illicit Trafficking, which starts April 9.

Christina Williams of the Flying Trainer Swim School in Regenslauf explains her services to a visitor at the second annual Baby Expo at Hohenfels, April 17.

Baby Expo showcases services HOHENFELS, Germany -- Agencies from across Hohenfels Military Community gathered at the Second Annual Baby Expo to highlight the services they offer to new moms and families, April 17.

“It's kind of a baby shower for moms and families,” said Mary Sauza, New Parent Support Program home visitor. “This is a transient community, so we especially wanted to reach out to those new arrivals and new moms and let them know the resources that are available to them.”

Organizations set up tables with informational displays and personnel on hand to answer questions and explain services.

Photo Credit: Mark Iacampo, U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria Hohenfels

Child, Youth and School Services promoted their summer youth program, highlighting trips to Munich, Disney Paris and other amusement parks. The School Age Center presented their 11week summer camp program which features daily fun activities as well as weekly field trips to places like Legoland and the Munich Zoo.

Terry Giles, Exceptional Family Member Program coordinator, said he wanted to let parents know about the Family Karaoke night on the fourth Friday of every month at the Army Community Family Center across from the Thrift Shop from 4 - 8 p.m.

“You can bring the kids to an environment where they have toys to play with and you can sing, too,” he said.

One new addition this year was the Flying Trainer Swim School from Regenslauf.

“I start taking babies at seven weeks old," said owner and instructor Christina Williams. "The water reminds them of the womb, and they relax with mommy or daddy. They love it. We do massages and sing songs.”

Williams offers classes for infants, toddlers and older children as well as Aqua Fitness and Aqua Zumba for adults. She also teaches toddlers how to get out of a pool in case of accidents.

“If they're going to fall into a pool, it's not going to be out in the middle, it's going to be near the edge,” she said. “So, we teach them to turn around, paddle to the side and climb out.”

The expo was not just about babies, but also families. Hohenfels Education Center discussed continuing education for parents while the Post Gym talked about ways even new moms can stay fit.

The Hohenfels Health Clinic gave away pregnancy and childbirth books and DVDs as well as information on child vaccines and their popular hospital tours for expectant mothers.

“Sometimes mommies need spoiling too,” said Michaela L'Marian of Belega Natur Wellness Studio in Parsberg. Her latest wellness program is an all-inclusive, full-body massage, facial, pedicure and manicure.

The Hohenfels Library shared their programs that encourage early literacy, like Lapsit Story Time for newborns to two-yearolds, and traditional story time for older children.

Parents donated gently used baby items which were given away on a first come, first serve basis. There were also prizes, raffles, and a gift bag for the first 100 arrivals.

The Red Cross provided handouts on child illnesses and accidents as well as offering information on their Infant CPR and babysitting classes.

“It was a great event with a lot of good information,” said visitor Natasha Swenson. "And I got a lot of free stuff!"

“One of the things I didn't really know was some of the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) information," said visitor Vicky Chelette. "And I didn't know they had Bible study stuff going on here at Hohenfels. We're going to go to that next week.”

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Operation Dragoon Ride, the 2d Cavalry Regiment's historic 1,100-mile road march across Eastern Europe, ended April 1, as three separate convoys drove from Estonia, Lithuania and Poland to the Czech Republic and back to the unit's home at Rose Barracks in Vilseck, Germany.

Operation Dragoon Ride, the 2d Cavalry Regiment's historic 1,100-mile road march across Eastern Europe, ended April 1, as three separate convoys drove from Estonia, Lithuania and Poland to the Czech Republic and back to the unit's home at Rose Barracks in Vilseck, Germany.

VILSECK, Germany -- More than 400 Soldiers assigned to U.S. Army Europe's 2d Cavalry Regiment completed a historic 1,100 mile road march across Eastern Europe April 1.

The road march, dubbed Operation Dragoon Ride, began as Stryker Armored Vehicles driving from Estonia, Lithuania and Poland towards the unit's home base at Rose Barracks, here.

All three convoys of vehicles converged in the Czech Republic and then, together, continued home.

Altogether the convoy consisted of approximately 100 vehicles and included around 60 Stryker Armored Vehicles.

In addition to the Soldiers of 2d Cav. Regt., Soldiers from 4th Infantry Division's Mission Command Element, from Fort Car-

son, Colorado, provided oversight and assistance throughout the operation.

Helicopters from the 12th Combat Aviation Brigade, Army logisticians from the 21st Theater Sustainment Command, NATO jets and U.S. Air Force assets also assisted in the mission's success.

Operation Dragoon Ride's vehicles began marching home on March 21, marking the effort to showcase NATO unity and solidarity the longest vehicular road march by U.S. forces in Eastern Europe since World War II.

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Paratroopers with Charlie Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne) based at Caserma Del Din, Vicenza, Italy, jump into Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany March 24 as part of an Emergency Deployment Readiness Exercise. The EDRE tests the ability of the warfighters to rapidly deploy, a key component of their mission as part of the 173rd Airborne Brigade, the Army Contingency Response Force for Europe, which requires the paratroopers be able to conduct a full range of military operations across the United States' European, Central and Africa Command areas of responsibility. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. David L. Nye)

Sgt. Nicholis Couture, a squad leader with Charlie Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne) based at Caserma Del Din, Vicenza, Italy, recovers his parachute at Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, March 24, during an emergency deployment readiness exercise. The EDRE tests the ability of the warfighters to rapidly deploy. The 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment is part of the 173rd Airborne Brigade, the Army contingency response force for Europe, which requires the paratroopers be able to conduct a full range of military operations across the U.S. European, Central and Africa Commands areas of responsibility. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. David L. Nye)

173rd Airborne paratroopers conduct rapid deployment exercise into Germany GRAFENWOEHR, Germany - Paratroopers from 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade, based in Vicenza, Italy, conducted an airborne operation here March 24 as part of an emergency deployment readiness exercise.

The 173rd Airborne Brigade, the Army's contingency response force in Europe, providing ready forces to deploy anywhere in the U.S. European, Africa and Central Commands areas of responsibility within hours of alert

Photo Credit: Sgt. David L. Nye (2)

“The emergency deployment exercise tests how we get ready, get all of our equipment together, and deploy within 18 hours of notification,” said 1st Lt. John Fernandes, the 2nd Platoon leader for Company C, 2nd Battalion. “We flew from Aviano, Italy, and jumped into our training here at Grafenwoehr.”

“After we got the call, we were on a [airplane] coming here the next day," said Pfc. Bryan K. Keefe, a paratrooper from Company C. "I'm quite relieved when I jump...there is lots of weight on my shoulders and I'm just relieved to get it off.”

The parachute operation at Bunker Drop Zone was just the start of training and paratroopers immediately marched onward to other training events throughout the post, all facilitated by the 7th Army Joint Multinational Training Command.

“We have lots of new Soldiers in the unit,” said Fernandes.

“We're focusing on basic Soldier skills and getting these guys fully integrated into the unit.”

The paratroopers are sure of their ability to perform during the exercise.

“I was pretty confident about the EDRE,” said Keefe. “Our leaders train us well at this unit.”

The exercise was the latest in a series of international EDREs conducted by the brigade as part of the U.S. Army Europe's “Freedom Shock” series of no-notice exercises, designed to improve readiness amongst the units based in Europe. The brigade kicked off this effort back in October, with an EDRE from Grafenwoehr into Romania, and has conducted similar exercises into Slovenia as well.

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Paige Vlieger flexes in Finland during the Fitness Helsinki event, recently.

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Team Armed Forces Europe invited Vlieger to Helsinki, and the team swept the competition with a total of 21 top three placements over two days of competition.

“As far as competitions go, I never feel like I'm there to compete against anybody. It's always me against me,” Vlieger said. “My goal with each show that I do is just to bring a better package than I brought previously. And so far, I have accomplished that goal.”

Vlieger didn't stop there, though, and went on to earn her degree in Nutrition and Exercise Science and become a certified personal trainer. She shares her expertise not only with clients at the Post Gym, but also through her online coaching business, “Light a Fire Fitness.”

“I work exclusively with women,” Vlieger said. “I don't just do fitness and nutrition. I also do life coaching because there's such a big connection between how we live and our feelings and self esteem -- especially as women -- that tie into our fitness and our food habits.”

Vlieger took that attitude to Helsinki as well, and became the unofficial team "mother."

Last year, Vlieger competed in the Stuttgart Classic and the IFBB U.S. - German Cup. She told herself before Fitness Helsinki that it would be her only competition this year, but she's already having second thoughts.

“I had an easy 10 years on the oldest competitor there, and being that, I kind of took on the coaching and mothering role,” she said. “But I like that; that's what I do through my work -- try and build that confidence up and empower women.”

“It's kind of an addictive process,” she laughed.

Vlieger enjoys moving heavy weights and says her favorite exercises are squats and deadlifts, but she stresses that the gym is secondary to diet.

Looking at Vlieger's bulging biceps and ripped abs, it's hard to believe that five short years ago, she tipped the scales at 280 pounds. But after the birth of her daughter, Vlieger knew she had to make a change.

“I had this four month old baby that was full of energy, and I couldn't keep up,” the 44-year old Vlieger said. “I feel I owe it to her. I'm going to be 60 when she graduates and I didn't want to be the unhealthy old mom in the crowd.”

“You have to eat for your goals,” she said. “Diet is a dirty word, and it's temporary. Being healthy is not something anyone wants to do temporarily.”

She reminds her clients that there is only so much she can do as a coach, and fitness requires personal responsibility.

Stationed in Baumholder in 2010 with her husband deployed, Vlieger started hitting the gym. That year she lost 125 pounds.

“You're going to get as much out of it as you put in,” she said.

“There are no shortcuts. There's no magic pill, there's no lotion; there's nothing that can take the place of diet and exercise.”

“My husband was pretty shocked,” she said. “I was literally half the person I was when he had left.”

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HOHENFELS, Germany -- Group Fitness Instructor and personal trainer at Hohenfels Post Gym, Paige Vlieger, flexed her muscles at the Fitness Helsinki sport and fitness physique competition in Finland, recently, taking third place in her division.

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Command Sgt. Maj. George NeacsuMoos, the command sergeant major to the Chief of Land Forces, looks on as fellow leaders in his unit discuss unit interoperability with leadership assigned to 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment during their meeting at Land Forces Headquarters in Bucharest, Romania, Apr. 2, 2015. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss how to coordinate efforts between the squadron and their Romanian counterparts during the unit's support of Operation Atlantic Resolve-South.

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Leaders from 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment and Romanian Land Forces talk cooperation BUCHAREST, Romania -- Leadership assigned to 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment met with their military counterparts assigned to the Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC,) Romanian Land Forces (ROULF,) at the Land Forces Headquarters in Bucharest, Romania on Apr. 2, 2015.

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Amongst the leaders representing 2nd Squadron “Cougar,” were Lt. Col. Theodore A. Johnson, 2nd squadron commander; Command Sgt. Maj. Peter D. Johnson, squadron command sergeant major; 1st Lt. Nathan P. Swire, a liaison officer and 2nd Lt. William Crawford, a public affairs liaison, both assigned to the squadron.

The 2nd CR leadership were immediately greeted by representatives of the ROULF as they arrived for the meeting. While being escorted into the Headquarters building, they were taken through the Hall of Commanders that contained portraits of Romanian military leaders from past to present. After being lead up the stairs to the conference room, the Soldiers were then greeted by Romanian leadership assigned to the TRADOC unit of the ROULF. Members of the Romanian Land Forces unit in attendance included Col. Dragos Iacob, deputy chief of TRADOC; Col. Nicolae Ivan, chief of the infantry branch; Col. Gheorge Zidaru, chief of mountain branch; Lt. Col. Felician Farcas, office of international affairs; Capt. Catalin Covrig, planning, training and simulations branch; Capt. Antonio Anghelescu, military police office and Command Sgt. Maj. George Neacsu-Moos, chief of land forces.

“My goals for the meeting, as the task force commander for Operation Atlantic Resolve-South, were to pay courtesy to the Romanian Land Forces leadership while discussing our com-

mon interoperability goals for the upcoming multi-lateral training exercises,” said Johnson.

After greeting each other, the meeting commenced and the leaders talked about a variety of topics ranging from the aforementioned interoperability between allies to leader development and community relations.

Throughout the next couple of months, both organizations will be participating in several different training events, including squad and platoon live-fires, while also giving Cougar Squadron the opportunity to enjoy other sides of Romania through planned cultural days. During these events, Troopers will have the chance to experience the Romanian culture while meeting local nationals and visiting historical sites throughout the country.

“We are seeking combined opportunities for leader development, community relations, and public affairs in order to showcase our Allied partnership," said Johnson. "While also demonstrating our commitment to our Allies security.”

As the meeting came to a close, both units seemed to have come away with not only a clearer understanding of what will be needed from one another but also what roles they will be playing throughout the upcoming training.

“The meeting reflected the strong relationship that is developing between our military organizations,” said Johnson. “We have established the course for our combined efforts to improve military's capabilities to conduct operations with NATO Allies.” | by Sgt. William A. Tanner, 2d Cavalry Regiment public affairs print journalist Bavarian Times | 28

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Caring for your skin: That’s how collagen can effectively prevent wrinkles caused by sunlight

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(djd/pt). The most beautiful time of the year has a lot of fun activities in store. But as relaxing as long sunbaths, a picnic in the park and refreshing cooling-downs in the ocean or the pool might be, they are often stressful for the skin, leaving their traces behind. About 80 percent of the skin’s visible aging processes are cause by UV rays. They deeply penetrate the skin where they produce free radicals and damage the collagen fibers which are instrumental for a firm and smooth skin.

UV rays cause collagen-depletion UV rays also have an immediate negative impact on the cell processes which might impair both the production and the depletion of collagen. The results are deep wrinkles, droopy skin and unattractive pigmented moles. That’s reason enough to avoid the worst summer sins. That means, for example, to not go out into the sun without a sun protection factor of at least 15 during the summer months. Additionally, you should never expose your skin to the aggressive midday sun and stay in the shade between noon and 4 p.m. If you like sunbathing, you should limit it to one hour and apply a sun protection factor of 30.

Additionally, you should also support your skin from the inside.

For the first time, scientists have developed special collagenpeptides that stimulate the body’s collagen production, according to dermatologist Dr. Gerrit Schlippe: “Clinical studies with the investigational medicinal product elastin, which is available in pharmacies over the counter in ampules, have shown that a four-week-long treatment significantly reduces the amount of wrinkles and improves the elasticity of the skin.”

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Pampering your skin inside and out It is also very important to drink a lot to supply the skin with moisture from the inside. But the skin also needs moisture from the outside during the summer months. Generally in the summer, but especially after sunbathing, light lotions containing aloe vera, glycerin and dexpanthenol are beneficial because they cool the skin and provide it with moisture. Using a thermal water spray is also good for the skin and soothes it.

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(djd/pt). If you want to do something good for your nails, you should regularly care for them. And that is not difficult either.

Some household remedies can prevent drying-out and chipping. Nail designer Irina Claus-Gutunoiu of Bio Sculpture has seven care tips.

And here they are: - Peeling and applying cream: Apply a peeling on your wet hands (available in drug stores and perfumeries), massage it in and rinse it off with lukewarm water. Applying cream to your hands and nails afterwards makes them softer and more resistant.

- Bathing and massaging: Bathe your hands once a week in lukewarm almond, olive, or jojoba oil. This replenishes your nails with oil and moisture. If they are brittle and dry, a massage with a special oil might help.

- Caring for your nails with a nail file: If you want to avoid injuries, you should care for your nails with a nail file rather than cutting them with nail scissors or nail clippers. They can cause small cuts in the nail. Emery boards and glass nail files are gentler than metal files.

- Avoiding ingrown nails: If you do not round your nails on the edges that much when you shorten them, you can avoid ingrown nails. Tip: Always file your nails in a straight motion from the edges to the center. Do not cut your cuticles, softly push them back with a cotton swab instead, or a special manicure tool made from wood or rubber.

- A gentle outfit: To achieve a shiny look, experts gently push especially made stencils under the nails and then shape them with three or four layers of gel that contains caring substances.

- Dirt and chemicals: Dirt below the nails should not be removed with metal tools but with a soft nailbrush. If you wear gloves while doing your household chores, your nails will stay clean and won’t be negatively affected by cleansers or dishwater.

- The right nail polish remover: Nail polish removers containing acetone or alcohol are poison for your nails according to the German Skin and Allergy Aid because they withdraw oils from your nails that keep them strong and elastic. Therefore, you should better use solvent-free and oil emulsive nail polish removers.

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Moisten your voice at an early stage A lack of moisture is often the main problem. If mouth and throat are very dry, speaking is impossible. If you then try to speak anyway, you put even more stress on your vocal chords.

Drinking a lot, candy or inhaling salt solutions only provide short-time relief.

“It is important to permanently moisten the mucous membranes,” says Prof. Dr. Hans Behrbohm, ear, nose, throat specialist in Berlin. “Hyaluronon provides lasting moisture.” The hydrogel-

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Abdominal breathing is less stressful Speaking can be compared to sports: first, warm up, then get started! It is recommended to stretch and relax the entire body before giving a long speech. Yawning or chewing motions activates the facial muscles. Humming activates the voice. Although the voice is located in the larynges, the right way of breathing plays an important role when speaking or singing.

Abdominal breathing is less stressful for the voice because the naturally released air causes the vocal chords to vibrate. Relax your abdomen and move your tummy out when breathing in. If you breathe hectically into your chest, you will put a lot of pressure on your vocal chords and strain your voice.

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(djd/pt). Communication is a necessity in almost any job. Some jobs, however, put significantly more stress on the vocal chords than others. Teaching, giving a presentation at work, or working on the phone - if you want to convince your audience of something than you can’t afford to speak with a weak voice. Although a cold can be the reason for hoarseness, the symptoms should not be ignored.

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(rgz). More and more people suffer from a cold or flu in the summer months. They are caused by the same trigger factors as colds in the winter months, namely an infection with viruses that especially occur in the summer. Despite taking preventive measures, a summer flu can often not be avoided but the symptoms can be effectively treated.

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If the inflammated mucus is stuck in the bronchial tubes, it can cause lung disease.

bronchitis can then develop into a chronic-obstructive bronchitis (COPD). “A dangerous COPD can develop from a chronic bronchitis,” says Dr. Jutta Beier, lung specialist at the Institute for Respiratory Tract Research in Wiesbaden. The symptoms are coughing up mucus, shortage of breath, especially during sports or other physical stress, wheezing and pain when breathing.

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(djd/pt). Acute and chronic illnesses of the respiratory tract are widespread diseases: Adults suffer from a cold on average three times per year. If the typical symptoms such as a cough, a sore throat and a common cold disappear within a few days, the cold is considered benign. But not all colds are benign.

However, if the inflammation of the bronchial tubes does not heal and keep recurring, than it can turn into a chronic disease.

Since the function of the lungs as the provider of oxygen is essential, chronic diseases of the respiratory tract are considered extremely dangerous. If you do not take a prolonged cough seriously, you are risking your health.

Dissolve muvus, inhibit inflammation A prolonged cough weakens the natural protective and cleansing functions of the mucous membranes. Now it becomes especially important to dissolve the thick mucus and to interrupt the inflammation cycle. The inflammation must be inhibited and the mucus removed from the bronchial tubes to prevent increasing damages to the respiratory tract. GeloMyrtol forte, for example, is a special distillate of essential oils that very effectively supports the dissolution of mucus in the bronchial tubes. The thick mucus is liquefied and can more easily be coughed up. The distillate from eucalyptus, sweet orange, myrtle and citrus oils dissolves mucus, supports coughing up, is antibacterial, inhibit inflammation and fights free radicals. For more tips regarding the respiratory tract, go to www.ratgeberzentrale.de.

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The same applies to the tires. They should always ensure the best possible grip.

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It is important to check the tire pressure and the tread depth before the first ride of the season and before every long trip during the season for safety and for legal reasons. The legal minimum tread depth is 1.6 millimeters. Make sure to buy new tires, if necessary. But which tires fit your bike? “If you put new tires on your bike, you must follow legal guidelines regarding tire size, or follow the manufacturer’s certificate of nonobjection,” says Andreas Faulstich.

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that’s exactly what you should not do. Following are the best tips on how to safely take your car to its limits.

Take it easy after buying a new car:

A few things should be kept in mind when driving the first 1,000 kilometers (dmd). The new car is parked in front of your door, the license plates have been put on. You are tempted to get in and drive off right away to test the limits of your new vehicle right away. But

First and foremost: During the first 1,000 kilometers, you should never drive at full throttle although the cylinder surfaces of modern cars have significantly improved when compared to the past. "If you drive at full speed right away, you run the risk of extensively wearing off the surfaces rather than just smoothing them," says Eberhard Lang of TÜV Süd. The possible negative results are that the amount of oil used increases over time and exceeds the amount specified by the car maker and thus reduces the lifespan of the engine.

The brakes should be broken in slowly as well to optimize the interaction of brake disks and pads. The same applies to the shock absorbers and the tires. According to TÜV Süd, the latter are covered with a separating agent that wears off while driving.

The tires do not reach their full grip until it has completely worn off. And in the beginning, the shock absorbers do not fully absorb all shocks as well.

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If you keep a few things in mind when driving the first 1,000 kilometers with your new car, you will get to enjoy it much longer.

You’ve been looking around for a long time, have compared offers, paid attention to all important details and now the time has come and you have bought a new car. The car is parked in front of your door, ready for departure. Despite the fact that modern cars are technically highly developed, TÜV Süd advises to keep a few things in mind when breaking-in new cars.

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2016 Audi A6 earns IIHS highest rating of Top Safety Pick+ Newly refreshed for the 2016 model year, the Audi A6 has earned the rating of Top Safety Pick+ when equipped with the available Driver Assistance package and produced after January 2015. Top Safety Pick+ is the highest 2015 rating available from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The 2016 A6 recently underwent the IIHS Small Overlap Front Crash test and received the highest possible rating of “good”.

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“This year’s Top Safety Pick+ award for the Audi A6 reflects the Brand’s longstanding commitment to the development and introduction of innovative technologies,” said Scott Keogh, President, Audi of America. “With outstanding safety features, available driver assistance systems, and a refined design, the 2016 A6 exemplifies the commitment to excellence that Audi stands for.”

In addressing the evolving criteria for consumer crash tests as designated by the IIHS and showcase Audi’s commitment in engineering excellence, for its 2016 product improvement, the A6 receives a fully reinforced structure, building on the model’s good ratings in the Institute's other crashworthiness tests and an advanced rating for its optional front crash prevention system.

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The available Driver Assistance package includes Audi pre sense plus, which, when equipped, earns the Audi A6 an advanced rating for front crash prevention. The Driver Assistance package also includes adaptive cruise control with stop & go functionality, Audi active lane assist, high beam assistant, and a top view camera system.

The A6 also features a faster, more innovative level of in-vehicle connectivity. The available MMI navigation plus with MMI touch displays on a power-retractable, eight-inch monitor and includes voice control, Audi music interface and Bluetooth integration. The Modular Infotainment Platform features NVIDIA® quad core technology and the Audi connect® system accesses the internet via a 4G LTE connection and includes an integrated Wi-Fi hotspot for up to eight passenger devices and a wide variety of infotainment components.

IIHS Top Safety Pick Ratings IIHS tests evaluate two aspects of safety: crashworthiness — how well a vehicle protects its occupants in a crash — and crash avoidance and mitigation — technology that can prevent a crash or lessen its severity.

To determine crashworthiness, IIHS rates vehicles good, acceptable, marginal or poor, based on performance in five tests: moderate overlap front, small overlap front, side, roof strength and head restraints. In the area of crash avoidance and mitigation, IIHS assigns vehicles with available front crash prevention systems ratings of basic, advanced or superior, based on the type of system and performance in track tests. (Audi USA)

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Mercedes-Benz C450 AMG 4MATIC Driving Performance – the AMG brand promise and the typical character traits can now be experienced by an even broader target group. The new C450 AMG 4MATIC expands the product range of the performance and sports car brand of MercedesBenz with another new AMG sport model. As an attractive entry into the world of AMG, the C450 AMG 4MATIC combines a 362 horsepower 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 engine with a permanent Performance all-wheel-drive system and sophisticated suspension technology adopted from the Mercedes-AMG C63.

The result is fascinating Driving Performance and the hallmark emotional expressiveness of the brand. The new C450 AMG 4MATIC will further bolster the already extensive and highly compelling C-Class product line-up when it launches in the U.S. market in the fall of 2015.

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The new AMG sport models are distinguished by convincing product substance. Even at first glance, the characteristic AMG body styling leaves no doubt that this vehicle is part of the Mercedes-AMG model family. Another indication for the new model strategy is found in the form of a special AMG badge on the front fenders. From an engineering standpoint the AMG sport models perfectly deliver on the visual promise of a sporty character with a powerful engine, the standard-fit all-wheel drive system with rear-biased torque split, and sophisticated suspension solutions.

In addition to the Mercedes-Benz GLE450 AMG 4MATIC Coupe, the C450 AMG 4MATIC represents the second stage of the new model initiative. More emotionally inspiring AMG sports models will follow.

Tobias Moers, Chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes-AMG GmbH explains: “With the C450 AMG we present the second sporty and emotionally expressive vehicle in our product line. It combines the power of a strong twin-turbo V6 engine with a high level of emotional expressiveness, and avails itself of the technical DNA of the new C63. The new sport models represent a convincing proposition for our customers: 41 | Bavarian Times

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Authentic driving dynamics thanks to hallmark AMG DNA The new C450 AMG 4MATIC is based on the most powerful production model of the C-Class, the C400 4MATIC. The engineers have revised many technical features of the new AMG sport model. Their objective: a high level of authentic driving dynamics geared towards the Mercedes-AMG C63. To this end, a host of suspension components were adopted from the topof-the-line V8 model. The driver also feels the DNA of the C63 in the application of the engine and transmission management.

Agility and sportiness dominate the intense driving experience in the C450 AMG 4MATIC on every mile.

Optimal traction thanks to Performance all-wheel drive The all-wheel-drive system familiar from a number of AMG highperformance cars is also being used in the C450 AMG 4MATIC. The perfect grip during acceleration effectively prevents losses caused by slip. For thrilling driving dynamics 33 percent of the engine power is sent to the front axle and 67 percent to the rear axle. The rear-biased torque split results in higher agility around the vehicle's vertical axis. Another major factor in this is the sportier setup of the ESP® with Curve Dynamic Assist.

The tangible effects for sporty drivers are lateral dynamics and cornering performance increased to an above-average level.

The new 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 engine is part of the BlueDIRECT engine family from Mercedes-Benz. Technical advances including a modified boost pressure allowed the AMG engineers to increase the engine's power output and torque. With 362 horsepower and 384 lb/ft of torque, the V6 engine sets new standards in its segment. This is clearly evident in the convincing vehicle performance: a sprint time from zero to 60 mph of 4.9 seconds underscores the sporty temperament of the C450 AMG 4MATIC. In addition, the highly fuel efficient engine of the new top-of-the-line V6 model defines an absolute top position in the competitive environment.

Steering and braking system support a dynamic driving style The electro-mechanical speed-sensitive sports steering support tracking a precise line and a dynamic driving style. The agile handling benefits from the direct and constant AMG-specific steering ratio including optimized tuning and response.

The steering forces are adapted electronically to the given vehicle speed in optimal fashion. In addition, the optimal steering characteristics are selected depending on the activated drive program – in the "Sport" and "Sport Plus" modes to deliver a sporty steering feel for a dynamic driving style on twisty roads or to deliver a comfortable steering feel in the "Eco" or "Comfort" modes. The "Individual" program offers an additional choice. For example, it allows combining sporty firm steering characteristics with a comfortable suspension set-up – or viceversa.

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All-New Malibu is Larger, More Technological and Efficient Chevrolet today introduced the all-new 2016 Malibu – a completely restyled midsize sedan engineered to offer more efficiency, connectivity and advanced safety features than ever.

An all-new hybrid powertrain, which leverages technology from the Chevrolet Volt, will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg. The Malibu’s standard 1.5L turbo powertrain is projected to offer 37 mpg highway.

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The 2016 Malibu is also, longer and lighter, with more interior space and improved fuel efficiency. Its wheelbase has been stretched close to four inches (101 mm), and it is nearly 300 pounds (136 kg) lighter than the current model.

“Midsize customers tell us they want great fuel economy, connected technologies, wrapped in a gorgeous exterior. This is exactly what the 2016 Malibu was engineered to do,” said Jesse Ortega, Malibu chief engineer.

The 2016 Malibu goes on sale in the fourth quarter of 2015.

Additional vehicle highlights: • Available segment-exclusive OnStar 4G LTE in-vehicle connectivity as well as available wireless phone charging

• A gile, sophisticated and sleek exterior design incorporates sophisticated details that advance Chevrolet’s signature cues • Standard preventive safety technologies include 10 standard air bags, with available features such as Forward Collision Alert and Rear Cross Traffic Alert. Automatic Parking Assist is also available • All-new Teen Driver feature, which allows parents to view their kids’ driving statistics, such as maximum speed, warning alerts and more • All-new, power-dense Ecotec 1.5L turbo engine with fuelsaving stop/start technology is standard, offering a GM-estimated 160 hp (119 kW) • High-output 2.0L turbo with GM-estimated 250 hp (186 kW) is available and is mated with a new eight-speed automatic transmission.

The new Malibu will be offered in L, LS, LT and Premier trims, as well as the Hybrid model. The Premier trim, Chevrolet’s new uplevel designation, debuts in the 2016 Malibu. Additional model and trim details will be announced closer to the start of production. (GM USA)

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe The new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe adds a fresh dimension to one of the company’s newest model ranges. It combines the sleek look and sporty character of the 4 Series Coupe with the functionality provided by four-doors and a spacious, flexible luggage compartment. The 2015 BMW 4 Series Gran

Coupe arrives in the US in early summer of 2014 with two engine choices. The 428i Gran Coupe will feature BMW’s awardwinning 240hp TwinPower Turbo 2.0-liter four-cylinder while the 435i Gran Coupe will be powered by the much-lauded 300hp TwinPower Turbo 3.0-liter inline six. The 428i xDrive Gran

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Coupe will also be available at launch with BMW’s intelligent all-wheel drive system. All versions will be offered in the US with an 8-speed sport automatic transmission. The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe will make its world debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2014 and makes its US debut at the New York International Auto Show in April 2014.

Prices in the US will start at a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $41,225 (including $925 destination & handling) for the 428i Gran Coupe. The 428i xDrive Gran Coupe will have an MSRP of $43,225, including destination & handling while the top-of-the-line 435i Gran Coupe will have an MSRP of $46,725, again, including destination & handling.

While this model shares the same length, width, wheelbase and track with the extremely dynamic two-door version, the roofline of the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is 4.4 inches (112 mm) longer and slopes gently to the rear of the vehicle. What's more, the silhouette is half an inch (12 mm) higher to offer more headroom and comfort for rear-seat passengers. This contributes to increased headroom at all seats and the overall feeling of interior spaciousness. At the same time, the short front and rear overhangs, the long wheelbase relative to the vehicle length, and the set-back passenger compartment are typical BMW touches that add to the perfect balance of the body design and the sleek appearance of this car, which is derived conceptually from the elegant BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe.

Elegant Coupe with the convenience of a Sedan “Taking its cue from a large BMW coupe, the new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe combines a dynamic and sleek silhouette with additional functionality and more spaciousness in the rear passenger compartment.”

Won Kyu Kang, exterior designer responsible for the BMW 4 Series.

Like the two-door version, the sporty dimensions of the 4 Series Gran Coupe are a reflection of its dynamic handling characteristics. The stretched roofline, four frameless doors and a wide, electrically operated tailgate provide the functionality of a sedan within the silhouette of a coupe. The volume of the trunk is 17 cu-ft (480 liters), based on EU measurements. The back of the rear seat can be folded down in a 40:20:40 configuration as desired to increase the load capacity to 45.9 cu-ft (1,300 liters). The flat floor and a two-part loading strip made of stainless steel are practical convenience elements, combined with premium materials. The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe can easily transport a baby stroller, two golf bags or weekend luggage for four without using the folding function.

In contrast to a two-door coupe, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers passengers easier access when entering or leaving the vehicle thanks to the four-door configuration. The doors are frameless, having the characteristic design features of BMW midsize coupes. The wide-access tailgate blends perfectly with the overall silhouette. When closed, the precise flow of the lid seams simulates the look of a typical coupe trunk. The standard electric drives that help move the tailgate are installed vertically and require very little space. Thus the area of the rear window is much larger and provides a very good visibility, without limiting available space.

Athletic, elegant and powerful from any perspective.

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is instantly recognizable from classic BMW design features such as the iconic kidney grille and dual round headlight clusters. The body contours are executed with precision, with multifaceted surfaces that distinguish the eye-catching look up front. Full LED dual headlights can be ordered as an option to bolster the dynamic aura of the vehicle.

The three-part, wide air intakes in the front apron emphasize this effect. The extreme left and right apron corners reveal vertical air channels for the Air Curtains. They generate a veil of air around the front wheels, enhancing the aerodynamic efficiency of the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe.

The profile is distinguished by a bold swage line and a subtle light-catching edge that create the impression of forward movement in the design of the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe. Stretched lines and expressively contoured surfaces generate a dynamic interplay of light and shadows. The gentle slope of the roofline stretches the appearance of the sides even more and visually strengthens the presence of the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe.

The taut and smooth appearance of the side windows, with a B-pillar finished in high-gloss black that is nearly invisible, creating a homogeneous profile. The rear edge of the side glass provides a modern interpretation of the Hofmeister kink that is characteristic of BMW vehicles. This extended window surface allows more light into the interior and improves the overall visibility in the rear passenger compartment.

The rear of the car features clear horizontal lines that accentuate its athletic elegance. The taillights are positioned at the outer edges to receive the swage lines, thus serving as transitional design elements that join the body side panels with the rear section. At the same time, they highlight the wide track and powerfully flared wheel arches. When viewed from the rear, the roof of the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is somewhat wider than that of the two-door version, emphasizing its unique character.

Stylish elegance and sportiness dominate in the interior.

“The interior of the four-door coupe unifies the seemingly contradictory character of a dynamic two-door coupe with the elegance and utility of a BMW Sedan or a BMW Gran Turismo.”

Tim Shih, interior designer responsible for the new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe.

The interior of the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe presents a stylish fusion of sporty allure and luxury. An approach known as layering – the intelligent utilization of space through the structuring of lines and surfaces into layers – expresses the hallmark BMW driver orientation without compromising the passenger experience. The stylish and functional elegance of the interior is highlighted by prominent round instruments with a black panel look and the free-standing flat-screen iDrive monitor. The cockpit and rear passenger compartment are visually joined by trim strips originating in the instrument panel and extending along the upper sections of the door panels into the rear, and embellished by dual-color window sills. The B-pillar blends into the side panel design and includes flowing graphic effects across the entire surface. The side supports and slender head restraints in the rear seat are contoured for a modern, seemingly molded one-piece look that adds to the sporty character of the 4+1 seater.

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Lell car dealership offers dependable service for your BMW in the Oberpfalz region The Lell car dealership has been an authorized BMW dealer since 1982. At the time the youngest authorized BMW dealer, J.B. Lell founded his business as a small company, run by its proprietor.

Over the past 30 years, it quickly became an established point of contact in the northern Oberpfalz region. Today, there are Lell dealerships in six locations with more than 200 employees, four of them

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Just recently, the company was recognized for its excellent BMW repair services. All service processes were evaluated ranging from making an appointment, providing customer service to repair services. The Lell team achieved the amazing score of 99 percent.

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The backrest can be folded in 40:20:40 configurations to create more luggage and storage space as required – with a flat floor for easy loading and unloading. When the seat is completely folded down, the maximum volume capacity is 45.9 cu-ft (1,300 liters), based on EU measure. If only the center segment is folded, four people can ride comfortably while transporting long and bulky items like snowboards, skis, etc. When not folded down, this middle section provides space for two cup holders. The Smart Opener function of Comfort Access is included as part of the Premium Package on US models, which automatically opens the tailgate via gesture control – namely a foot movement underneath the rear bumper when arms are full carrying groceries, packages, etc.

(Sport and Luxury) as well as M Sport are available. These optional packages endow each 4 Series Gran Coupe with a particular character and identity by embellishing the interior and exterior of the vehicle. Sport and Luxury lines offer various renditions of the following elements in contrast to the basic standard equipment: appearance and color of the kidney grille and air intakes, Air Breathers and mirror covers, side window design, front and rear apron trim, door sill finishers, and an interior center stack finished in high-gloss black.

Exclusive: Choice of two Lines or M Sport.

The premium ambience of the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe results from exclusive colors, high-quality and rich material combinations along with special equipment packages for a customized look. In addition to the standard equipment, which highlights the classic character of the vehicle, two design Lines (Sport and Luxury) as well as M Sport are available. These optional packages endow each 4 Series Gran Coupe with a particular character and identity by embellishing the interior and exterior of the vehicle. Sport and Luxury lines offer various renditions of the following elements in contrast to the basic standard equipment: appearance and color of the kidney grille and air intakes, Air Breathers and mirror covers, side window design, front and rear apron trim, door sill finishers, and an interior center stack finished in high-gloss black.

Engines feature BMW TwinPower Turbo technology.

The new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers a choice of two powerful, and efficient engines in the US featuring the latest BMW TwinPower Turbo technology. The range includes the 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine in the BMW 435i Gran Coupe – as well as the light and powerful 2.0-liter four-cylinder in the BMW 428i Gran Coupe.

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To make the strongest dynamic statement, the M Sport package is also available at model launch with special body elements, exterior colors, light-alloy wheels and interior elements.

Exclusive: Choice of two Lines or M Sport.

The premium ambience of the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe results from exclusive colors, high-quality and rich material combinations along with special equipment packages for a customized look. In addition to the standard equipment, which highlights the classic character of the vehicle, two design Lines

To make the strongest dynamic statement, the M Sport package is also available at model launch with special body elements, exterior colors, light-alloy wheels and interior elements.

The power from the engines is delivered to the rear wheels via the standard eight-speed sport Steptronic transmission. All BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe feature the Auto Start Stop function.

At model launch, the BMW 428i Gran Coupe can be optionally equipped with BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive technology.

The performance and torque delivered by ultramodern BMW engines is due in large part to TwinPower Turbo technology.

This technology includes innovative solutions such as high-precision direct injection, a turbocharger operating according to the Twin-Scroll principle, double VANOS variable camshaft timing and VALVETRONIC variable valve control. The low-friction engines are also equipped with an aluminum crankcase. This technology package is unrivalled worldwide and combines high performance with utmost efficiency. (BMW USA)

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It’s all about the fun and the passion of driving. That is the philosophy of Porsche. The new Boxster Spyder sports car follows this puristic principle and takes it to such extremes that the serial models do not even have a radio or air conditioning for weight reasons. Less puristic buyers, however, may order these extras at no additional cost.

The top of the convertible was not designed for lazy folks or spoilt exercise haters. Although it unfolds automatically, it must be fastened by hand. The same is true for the gear shift. An automatic transmission, however, would be a foreign object in a sports car like this.

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The more puristic the equipment, the more dynamic the rest: The backward tautened fins, the streamliners behind the head rests, the design lines that follow the air streams. The design follows the principle of speed. And the engine makes it come alive: A 3.8 liter six-cylinder engine with 375 hp (276 kW).

It accelerates the car from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds. The maximum speed is 290 km/h. The average mileage is 9.9 liters per 100 kilometers.

Prominent side bolsters ensure driver and passenger safety when negotiating curves. The sports steering wheel with a diameter of 360 millimeters ensures that the driver has a firm grip on the sports car. The new model will be at the dealers’ starting in July 2015. Orders may already be placed. The base price is 79.945 Euro.

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Many of us do not know what they can do if their dog sustains an injury or suffers from a heat stroke. Therefore, we would like to tell you what you should know if your animal is in need of first aid.

First, the three immediate life-saving measures must be taken, following the so-called ABC-rule that is also applied when treating humans: A = Cleaning the respiratory tract B = Breathing C = Circulation Breathing is normal if your animal takes 10 to 40 breaths per minute The regular heartbeat of a large dog is 80 to 100 heart beats and 100 to 120 heart beats for a small dog. The pulse of a younger dog is higher than that of an older dog.

The capillary saturation should not take longer than two seconds. That helps you determine the status of your dog’s circulation.

The color of the buccal mucosa is an indicator for the status of the dog’s circulation, poisoning or liver problems: rosy - ok pale - shock, anemia blue - lack of oxygen grey - poisoning yellow - liver problem

Elasticity of the skin You can easily check whether your dog is dehydrated: When your dog is lying on his side, pull up a skin fold from his shoulder-neck area. When releasing it, count the seconds until the fold is gone again. If the fold does not disappear at all, or has not disappeared after more than three seconds, you must consult a veterinarian immediately.

The body temperature of an adult dog ranges from 37.5 to 39 degrees Centigrade or 39.5 degrees if it’s a puppy.

Every dog should drink between 50 and 70 ml per one kilogram body weight per day. It is important that dogs can drink as much as they want at any given time of the day! If a dog drinks more than that, a veterinarian will consider checking the dog for an illness such as diabetes.

What to do after a traffic accident: - Secure the accident site - Try to ensure that the dog cannot run away. Even severely animals will panic and run away. You can secure the dog with a leash, or cover him with a blanket to protect him from further stimuli.

- If the dog is conscious and breathes normally, secure his snout with a ribbon, string or leash to protect yourself.

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First-Aid Set for dogs should contain • blunt pair of bandage scissors to cut gauze bandages, gauze or band aids and to cut off hair • tweezers to remove thorns, stings etc.

• flashlight – small and powerful – to examine ears, muzzle and wounds • tick tweezers • 3-4 gauze bandages • at least one elastic bandage • sterile cover for wounds • gauze swabs • adhesive tape • surgical-type cotton • desinfectant for wounds • sterile water or sterile Ringer- or NaCl-solution to flush eyes or wounds • alcohol sponge • 1 pair of vinyl gloves • 1 muzzle loop How to check your dog’s heartbeat • look for the thigh artery in the leg fold • the dog’s coat is usually very thin there, or there is no coat at all 51 | Bavarian Times

• s earch for the artery with the tips of your index and middle finger • count the pulse beat for 15 seconds and multiply it by four = heart beats per minute How to read the measured values • if possible, compare the measured value with a known value taken when the dog was healthy • heart beat values for small dogs: 100 to 120 heart beats per minute • heart beat values for large dog: 80 to 100 heartbeats per minute • the older the dog, the slower the pulse • stress and high temperatures accelerate the pulse • a weak pulse can be a sign of low blood pressure First-aid for bleeding wounds: - caused by bites from other dogs - swelling caused by blunt injuries, internal bleeding (fall) - skin cracks - accident First, the bleeding must be stopped; the wound must be cleaned and disinfected to avoid inflammation and blood poisoning. The wound must then be dressed and cooled. If a wound is heavily bleeding, a tourniquet must be applied. The tourniquet on a large, heavily bleeding wound must be checked and changed after no more than ten minutes to avoid heavy blood loss. Go to the veterinarian immediately and change the dressing regularly.

Dressing a wound / tourniquet: The wound can be dressed with supplies from a first aid kit for cars: Sterile wound covers, gauze bandages, cotton for padding and self-adhesive bandages. First, cover the wound with a sterile swab, then pad it with cotton to avoid constricting the leg.

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- Call the closest veterinarian, tell him what has happened and ask what you should do next.

- Prepare the dog for transport, ask passersby for help. Severely injured animals are best placed on a hard surface, small dogs in a box, a basket or a traveling bag, large animals on a board or the removable back shelf of your car.

Secure the animal with belts, scarfs, gauze bandages or stings.

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When applying a tourniquet, put a roll of cotton or a package of paper handkerchiefs on top of the covered wound and lock it into position with a gauze bandage. Then wrap it with a self-adhesive dressing to ensure it stays in place. Now, the dog can be taken to the veterinarian. A tourniquet that completely shuts off the blood flow to the leg should only be applied to very heavily bleeding wounds and only for a short time because it can lead to tissue necrosis and the subsequent loss of the extremities.

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First Aid for poisoning: If you have only the slightest suspicion that your dog might have been poisoned, immediately see a veterinarian because poison works quickly.

Symptoms of poisoning are vomiting, diarrhea, heavy drooling, unrest or apathy, pale gums or heavily discolored mucous membranes, wide pupils, reddened eyes, breathing difficulties, cramps, or even coma.

If a dog displays signs of poisoning, he should be calmed down and put on a leash. Do not apply a muzzle or a string because vomiting might lead to suffocation. If the animal is unconscious, put it in the recovery position and assure the respiratory tract is free. To ensure a quick diagnosis, it makes sense to take a small amount of feces or vomit to the vet. If an animal has eaten bait with needles, screws or razor blades, it must also be taken to the vet immediately because there is imminent danger of life since the dog might die in agony from internal injuries. Only the vet is able to professionally remove foreign objects, induce controlled vomiting, or conduct a gastrointestinal lavage.

Poison categories: - Gases: Car exhaust, LPG, smoke - Medicine: eaten or overdosed, essential oils (mainly cats) - Chemicals: Used oil, gas, nitro thinner, diesel - Poisons: Ornamental plants, pesticides, rat poison (causes a disturbance of the vitamin K-metabolism which leads to internal bleeding; the effects of the poison do not occur until several days after the poison has been swallowed.

- Food: Onions, chocolate, raisins, peppers, tomatoes, green potatoes, eggplant, beans and many more The recovery position: To put the dog in the recovery position, out him on his uninjured side. Kneel at the back of the dog, reach across the head for the feet on the floor and pull them to the front. Applying slight pressure with the elbow or the hand to the dog‘s neck prevents him from getting up. If the dog is unconscious, the head should be rested lower than the body. Put a jacket under his chest to achieve that. The tongue should carefully be pulled out of the open mouth so the dog won’t suffocate and vomit can drain off. Now bleeding wounds can be dressed and the dog can be taken to the vet. Never induce vomiting in such cases.

- if you don’t know which poison your dog swallowed - when the animal is weak or drowsy, suffers from blood circulation problems - if acid substances were swallowed, this would damage the esophagus a second time - if there is foam outside the muzzle (detergents etc., danger of aspiration) In every case: Remain calm!

Never overestimate your capacities. Act to help your animal, immediately see or inform a vet. The rule is: “Better safe than sorry!”

The above listed measures are first aid measures only, intended to first address injuries and limit damages while or before taking your animal to the vet’s office.

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A vacation home with a garden in Tuscany guarantees fun for the kids and

Most family-friendly vacation homes in Tuscany also have a pool.

relaxation for the adults.

Family-friendly Tuscany

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(djd/pt). If you go on vacation with children, you know that rest and recuperation depend a lot upon whether the kids enjoy themselves and aren’t bored. The more important it becomes to select a destination that offers family-friendly accommodations and a lot of variety for the kids along with enough room to relax for the parents and grandparents.

important role, cater to the needs of their little guests. A special vacation highlight could also be a visit to a farm where animals can be petted and cows can be milked. Along the way you will learn everything about the production of organic cheese. And at the end of an exciting trip, everyone sits down in a rustic vaulted cellar to enjoy the home-made crisp bread, delicious cheese and pizza and pasta.

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A lot of variety for the kids and relaxation for the parents

Attractive destinations for a day trip “these pictorial hills of Tuscany with their olive and pine tree groves, the kilometer-long beaches and quiet villages where time seems to have come to a standstill are perfect for a vacation with kids,” says Elisa Santoni from the travel site www.toscana-forum.de. A vacation home with a garden and a pool guarantees fun for the kids and relaxation for the adults.

Additionally, central Italy features attractive destinations such as water, theme and amusement parks to spend an enjoyable day together. “Additionally, many museums in the region cater to little visitors, familiarizing them with history in a playful and entertaining way,” adds Santoni.

Never without the kids Italians are known for their love of children. And that can be noticed when traveling with kids through Tuscany. Whether you harvest grapes or visit a winery - bambini (Italian for children) are always welcome. Hosts, like the ones organizing cooking lessons in a castle during which the castle’s ghost plays an

The Wild Animal and Leisure Park in Teublitz offers enjoyment of nature for the entire family.

• Meet local wild animals • Forest playground and much more Barefoot-Path, Stork compound,

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A vacation to Berlin has a to offer for those interested in culture, shopping or parties.

Short change of scene: With a few „bridge days“, holidays can ideally be used for a short vacation.

A weekend with city feeling

A short trip to one of Germany’s cities offers something for everybody

(djd/pt). The federal German holidays in the coming weeks are perfect for taking a short vacation and a change of scene. City trips to Germany’s large cities offer a lot of entertainment and fun.

Berlin, Hamburg and Munich are the favorite destinations “Large cities like Berlin, Hamburg or Munich are the most favorite destinations of city trips,” says travel expert Mario Kuska from the online travel agency Kurzurlaub.de.

Historic Old Town City Tours Boat trips Unique Air Art Location

Sheer variety Every day you can discover new architectural treasures or visit other museums: The German Parliament building, the museum island in Berlin or the magnificent Frauenkirche and the German Museum in Munich are just a few of them. “In the metropolises there are many restaurants and hotels who offer culinary specialties or wellness spas,” says travel expert Kuska.

It’s best to plan ahead which highlights you want to experience during your short vacation. That increases your anticipation and you can make the best of your time in the city of your choice.

Traveling exhibition Reconstruction and the 60s Economic Boom in Germany 24 April – 25 October 2015 Old Town Fest 13 – 14 June 2015 Mariahilfbergfest 27 June – 05 July 2015

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Amberg Tourist Information Hallplatz 2, 92224 Amberg Phone: 09621-10239 E-Mail: tourismus@amberg.de www.tourismus.amberg.de

City tour with a family program City trips are also an option for families with kids provided the leisure program for the kids is not too boring. “A visit to the Bavaria film studios in Munich or Hagenbeck’s animal park in Hamburg should be as exciting for the kids as the view from the Berlin TV tower,” says Mario Kuska. Additionally, many hotels offer professional child care so the parents can also spend some time by themselves.

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Amberg Extremely lo(i)vable Traditionally Bavarian

There, everybody can find the vacation he or she is looking for … seeing a musical in Hamburg, or strolling along the promenade of the Binnenalster, a boat trip through Hamburg’s harbor, or visiting the bars on Reeperbahn. Berlin also has a lot to offer for those interested in culture, shopping or parties. A lot of sightseeing can be done in all three cities.

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There is always a lot of activity at the List harbor. It has become even more popular for taking a stroll, eating and shopping since it was remodeled.

Sailing boats, cutters and tourist boats. Lister harbor is popular with sailors and sight-seers.

A harbor for sight-seers

attractive after it was remodeled with Scandinavian elements, pretty wooden houses, Cafés and stores in the “Old Tons‘ Hall” are among the popular tourist destinations, just like the tourist cutters or the new boardwalk. If you want to relax, all it takes is a few steps and you will find yourself on the sheer endless beach. The Listen Elbow, an almost pristine birds‘ paradise, is not far away either and definitely the most northern area of its kind in Germany.

List on Sylt: Maritime flair meets Mediterranean nonchalance

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(djd/pt). The ferry arrives and brings new tourists to Sylt. The shrimper empties his catch and at the adjacent pier two sailors prepare their next sailing trip. The harbor in List, in the very north of the island, is always busy. Sight-seers like it here as much as sports boat captains, or nature lovers who are on their way to the nearby “Adventure Center Forces of Nature.” A few steps away, in the rustic restaurants, vacationers find happiness and Mediterranean nonchalance. The small but fine island harbor is definitely the busy vacation center.

Island harbor with a long history You can’t think of Sylt without thinking of the harbor at the most northern end of the island. And it’s been like this for centuries.

Trading has thrived here at the intersection of Scandinavia, Germany and England since the Hanseatic period. When the trading routes shifted in the 17th century, the harbor lost its significance but that has long since changed. Today, many Sylt lovers appreciate the flair of the harbor. Today, “small but fine” is the motto of the colorful mix of maritime flair, restaurants and shopping. Many tips and ideas for tours can be found in the “Listmagazin 2015.”

Here, everything is “the most northern” Everybody knows that a lot of superlatives can be found on Sylt: The most northern point of Germany is located in List, and so are the most northern supermarket and gas station.

And in the harbor, the most northern fish booth enjoys cult status. The center of the island’s village has become even more

International Artists’ Symposium at Dagestein Castle

by Adolfine Nitschke

Dagestein Castle in Vilseck provides a stage for artists. The international artists‘ symposium from 6 to 19 July 2015 will be the highlight of all exhibitions held in Vilseck to date.

Vilseck, Germany -- “Art in the Castle” is the motto of the art exhibitions that regularly take place at Dagestein Castle. The international artists’ symposium that will take place from 6 to 19 July 2015 will be the highlight of all the exhibitions held to date in Vilseck. The motto is “The Golden Road artists interpret historic roads.” Six renowned artists from different nations will work together. Jiri Beranek and Jakub Hanzl from Prague (CZ), Tim de Christopher from Montague, Mass. (USA), Erwin Regler from Montreal (CAN), Albert Braun from Nykarleby (FI) and Stefan Link from Kallmünz (GER). Starting on July 11 you can see the artists at work. On this day, the “Day of the Open Studio”, the to a special concert by city of Vilseck also invites guests “Norbert Nagel & friends.”

Dagestein Castle is the perfect location for this international project. For centuries, it has fostered relations between nations because it is located directly on the old trading route between Nuremberg and Cheb. Especially in the 16th century, it offered shelter to travelers who were on their way on the “Golden Road” from Nuremberg via Pilsen to Prague. Today, the historic compound with its versatile rooms is used as a cultural center.

For more information, go to www.vilseck.de

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“Pressather Fähnlein” prepares for field camp

by Dr. Bernhard Piegsa Pressath, Germany -- Twenty years ago, in 1995, the “Pressather Fähnlein” was founded. With its colorful Renaissance garments robes it intends to be reminiscence to the early 16th century when Pressath experienced a period of prosperity and actually had a vigilante group.

The guard celebrates its 2oth anniversary on June 20 and 21 with a splendid field camp on “Kiesibeach.”

On this journey through time into the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, guests can expect a lot of fun and entertainment to include a fire show by the “Amberg Electorate Palace Guard,” music and dance by “Amici Musicae Antiquae” from Pirk near Weiden, medieval exhibition fights, a lansquenet muster, and a “witch burning” to commemorate the inglorious aspects of the “romantic Middle Ages.”

The fest program last from 3 - 11 p.m. on Saturday and from 8.45 a.m. (parade, church service at 9.30 a.m.) to 7 p.m. Admission is 2 Euro for one day and 3 Euro for both days. Admission is free for visitors in historic garments and children up to a body height of 1.4 meters or 55 inches (size of a sword).

WAS IST LOS? Get out and get involved in Germany *** Does not indicate endorsement by the U.S. Government *** Regensburg Mai-Dult, or Spring Volksfest 8-25 May: This is a “must go” for anyone who enjoys street parties and Volksfests. Open 1 p.m. - 11 p.m. every day. Family days are always held on Wednesdays. Brilliant firework displays on both Fridays at around 10 p.m. The Warendult (outdoor market, link only GE) next to the Volksfest is open daily 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. On offer are a large variety of high-quality products, from traditional Bavarian clothing ("Trachten") to kitchenware and spices.

35th anniversary fest for Eschenbach motorcycle club 16 May: The Motorcycle Club, The Pilots e.V. from Eschenbach will celebrate the 35th anniversary of their club and 20th anniversary of their clubhouse. The following program is planned: 10:30 a.m.: The fest will start with a Weißwurst Fruehschoppen (morning pint with Bavarian veal sausages).

1 p.m.: The KTM Dealer Pepa-Bikes from Bayreuth will offer a KTM Roadshow with the chance to test rides with the new KTM 1290 Super Adventure and a Freeride-E-Bike.

2 p.m.: Start serving coffee, cake, bratwurst and steaks.

5 p.m.: Spanferkel aka suckling pig will be served.

6 p.m.: Performance by the Flying Boots Line Dance Group.

7 p.m.: Live Music and DJ. The Fest will take place at the clubhouse across from the industrial area at Eschenbach next to the B470 on the way to Pressath.

Sunday, 17 May: 10 a.m. opening of the medieval market life 1:30 p.m.: Medieval parade of participants 2:30 p.m.: Falconers show 3:30 p.m.: Merchants arrive; scenes from the former “Golden Road” trade way 6 p.m.: End Links: www.ritter-von-der-zarg.de/termine/Ritterlager_2015_ Flyer_en.pdf; www.ritter-von-der-zarg.de; www.dagestein.de Street market in Bayreuth 16-19 May: The Pfingstmarkt is a traditional market in the Fußgängerzone = pedestrian zone, where you'll find over 50 stalls with everything from beautiful decorations, toys, clothes, to bric-a-brac. Opening hours: Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday and Tuesday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. In 95448 Bayreuth, Maximilianstraße.

Regensburg Marathon 17 May: The marathon starts at 8:30 a.m. The start and end point is the Infineon car park, Wernerwerkstraße / corner Messerschmittstraße. There will also be a trade fair in the large tent at the car park.

Please be prepared for possible blocked roads (mainly in the pedestrian zone, though), traffic diversions, and limited parking spaces.

Street market and open stores in Hilpoltstein 17 May: This market not only offers the regular food, clothes and bric-a-bracs, they also have a wide range of organic food on sale. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., in 91161 Hilpoltstein, Altstadt = old city / Christoph-Sturm-Straße (ca. 35 km / 22 miles south of Nürnberg).

Craftsmen at work in Neusath 200 17 May: The craftsmen at the museum will show how repairs are being done, explain how the houses were built in the past, and they will discuss the work conditions at a time when there was no electricity or running water. It's very interesting to see even if you don't speak German. Admission is € 5 pp, a family ticket for the day is € 11. Starts at 2 p.m., at the Oberpfälzer Freilandmuseum (open-air museum) in Neusath 200 (part of 9257 Nabburg, ca. 31 km / 19 miles south of Weiden).

Kinderfest in Grafenwoehr 7 June: Every year, the IG Spielplatz (playground) Bahnhofsiedlung in Grafenwoehr hosts a Kinderfest/ Spielplatzfest in Grafenwoehr. Everyone is invited to enjoy an entertaining afternoon with activities and games for children. There will be bratwurst, hamburgers, grilled pork, ice-cream, soda, beer, coffee and cake. The fest will start at 2 p.m. at the playground in the Bahnhofsiedlung residential area, which is located across from the Tea Garden Chinese restaurant.

Street food festival in Regensburg 11 July: Do you love good street food and a good party.

Check out the street food festival in Regnesburg, 10 a.m.11 p.m. on Sulzfeldstrasse 1, 93055 Regensburg. Link to the event: http://heyevent.de/event/717157585071399/ street-food-festival-regensburg. Facebook pages: www.facebook.com/events/717157585071399/; www.facebook.com/ events/788312824551051.

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Enjoy the ORIGINAL May 21st

Flea markets Every Sat., 6 a.m. - 4 p.m., in 93059 Regensburg inside the building at Am Protzenweiher 27, ph 0941-82-933. The market will not take place on German holidays.

Every second Sat. of the month: 6 a.m. - 3 p.m.: in 90443 Nuremburg, Großparkplatz (large car park) on Gugelstraße, corner Humboldtstraße.

Every third Sat. of the month: 7 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. in 92224 Amberg, Kaufland-Parkplatz, An den Franzosenaeckern. 8 a.m. 4 p.m.: in 92637 Weiden, Volksfestplatz, Leuchtenberger Straße Every third Sun. of the month: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Trödel- & Jahrmarkt in 93073 Neutraubling (next to Regensburg), at the ”Globus“ DITY store, Pommernstraße 4.

Fresh Produce/ Farmers’ Markets

May 28th

June 4th

June 11th

Note: If any of the listed days is a German holiday, the markets are usually held the day prior.

In 92224 Amberg: every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 7 a.m.-12:30 p.m., on the Marktplatz.

In 91522 Ansbach: every Wednesday and Saturday 8 a.m.1 p.m., on Martin-Luther-Platz. ***In addition to the regular fresh produce markets, local farmers offer their fresh goods every first and third Saturday of the month at the farmers market on Johann-Sebastian-Bach-Platz (same opening hours). Great opportunity to buy seasonal produce as fresh as it gets.

In Bamberg: Monday thru Saturday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m., on Maxplatz.

Closed on Sundays and German holidays.

In Neumarkt: every Thursday and Saturday, in Untere Marktstraße. Thursday 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

In Parsberg: every Wednesday and Friday on Stadtplatz.

Wednesday 7 a.m.-midday, Friday 2-6 p.m.

In Regensburg: every Saturday 7 a.m.-1 p.m., at the Donaumarkt (right next to the Eiserne Brücke / Iron Bridge). Closest car park is Unterer Wöhrd (and a short walk across Eiserne Brücke), or Dultplatz and Oberer Wöhrd (walk across the Steinerne Brücke / Stone Bridge and turn left).

In 92637 Weiden: every Wednesday and Saturday 7 a.m. -12:30 p.m., Oberer and Unterer Markt / all around the Altes Rathaus (historic city hall, pedestrian zone).

In 97070 Würzburg: Monday thru Saturday, 7 a.m.-1 p.m., on Rathausplatz. Closed on Sundays and German holidays.

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DINKELSBUEHL, Germany -- Bavaria has more than its share of quaint and colorful towns, but one of the most charming has to be Dinkelsbuehl. Situated between the Romantic Road and the Germany Holiday Route, this picturesque village offers tourists an authentic glimpse into Germany's past.

Surrounded by a 1.5 mile wall studded with 16 towers, Dinkelsbuehl is the very image of a medieval town. Less than 20 miles from its more famous neighbor, Rothenburg on the Tauber, Dinkelsbuehl is less crowded and feels more authentic. Nearly half of Rothenburg was destroyed in World War II, while Dinkelsbuehl survived both World Wars virtually unscathed.

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It also survived the Thirty Years War (1618-1648) with very little damage, despite being under siege no less than eight times.

Dinkelsbuehl gave up its status as a Free Imperial City in 1802, but in 1806 the Bavarian King, Ludwig, issued a decree prohibiting the destruction of its walls. Because of its strategic importance along the trade route, Dinkelsbuehl was heavily fortified, and the town's walls, gates and towers are all still in good repair.

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May Dult 2015 – Volksfest tradition in Regensburg Celebrate 18 days from May 8 - 25, 2015 Program at www.r-dult.com

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Regensburg, Germany -- The tradition of the Regensburg Volksfests - also called Dulten – goes back to the 10th century.

Twice a year, the city of Regensburg invites visitors to the third largest Volksfest in Bavaria. More than a million visitors come each year.

Now, the May Dult is about to begin. From 8 - 25 May, the fest grounds between the Danube River and the Rhine-Main-Danube-Canal turns into a duplex fest mile with the fest area and the sales area. The fest area features spectacular attractions with carousels, loopings, auto scooter, and many booths with sweets and raffles, and last but not least fest- and fish tents with delicacies and quaffable fest beer.

At the sales Dult merchants offer their goods and services.

Here you can find pots and pans, knives -- in short a wide array of everyday utensils. And there is always a chance for good conversations with merchants who have come to the Dult for many decades.

In summary, the Regensburg Dult is a fest for the entire family.

And all participants support that: Every Wednesday is family day with reduced prices at the booths and in the tents. The Dult can easily be reached using public transportation – train and bus. Additionally, there are a lot of parking lots surrounding the fest grounds. If you have a bit more time, you can combine the Dult with a visit of Regensburg’s historic old town. For more information about the Regensburg Dult and the program of the May Dult from 8 - 25 May, go to www.r-dult.com.

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Fireworks FRI, May 8

and starting at 10 p.m. at the start and at the end of the Dult

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Kids & Family Day

WED,May13 and 20,2015 Special fares twice at all rides

Ladies' Night

THUR, May 21, 2015

Every lady regardless of her age starting only pays 1 Euro per ride or admission at 7 p.m.

Reservations:

Table reservations in the fest tent office (starting at 1 p.m.)

Phone: 0941-890 3017 www.gloeckl.net

Phone: 0941-8979 5626 Fax: 0941-2800 4683 reservierung@hahnzelt.de www.hahnzelt.de

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Language need not be a barrier in Germany GRAFENWOEHR, Germany – Moving to a new country yields an obvious learning curve, and Germany is no exception. Driving on the autobahn for the first time often warrants a brief word with the Almighty, and seeing the word "Ausfahrt" larger than life will no doubt expel fits of laughter.

Learning a new language can be overwhelming, but when it comes to your new surroundings, communication is often more than just words. With a few easy tips you'll say "tschuess" to old habits and "hallo" to embracing new adventures.

Greeting and salutations: “Gruess Gott” is the standard welcome greeting in Southern Germany, and means “God greet thee.” Using this greeting in the North, however, may raise some eyebrows. (It would be like a Texan using “Howdy” in New York City). When in doubt, “Guten Morgen,” (good morning) “Guten Tag,“ (good day) and “Guten Abend” (good evening) are all acceptable greetings Germany-wide.

Bavarians also say “Servus” as a form of greeting (both for hello and good-bye). It is a word they learned from the Roman occupiers 2,000 years ago and literally means “servant.” Romans used to call out for "Servus" when they required service.

At that time Bavarians thought it was a greeting, so it crept into the culture where it remains today.

The language barrier: Have you ever had a German tell you something like “you will come here” or “you must sign there?” It sounds horribly impolite in English, like they're ordering you around, (and we Americans do not like to be ordered around!) But the truth is, they are not. The issue stems from English and German being two completely different languages (and cultures), and while words sound similar, they may mean slightly different things.

For example, the English “must” and the German “muessen” sound very much alike and even mean something similar - just not exactly the same. In English, “must” indicates a mandatory requirement or order (“you must do this, or else …”). In German, “Du musst” simply means “you have to” or “you need to.” It's

a poignant way to express the need. It's a similar story with a statement like “you will come here.” Most likely, they're trying to ask you politely to come with them.

Next time you encounter such seeming impoliteness, don't take it personally, especially if you notice that the German's English isn't the best. There is always a language barrier to take into account.

Keep it simple: No one expects Americans to step off a plane and speak fluent German, in fact, no one expects that to happen if you've lived here for five years. In the same manner, don't assume everyone you encounter speaks English.

Keeping it simple is the most effective way of getting your point across. For example, if you and your family are traveling through Germany and you'd like to ask someone to take a photograph, instead of bombarding a non-native English speaker with a mouthful of words, simply hold up the camera and say, “photo, please.” English-speaking or not, they will most likely understand your need.

Hands are also an acceptable way of communicating. When at a bakery or restaurant, simply point to the item that you would like adding a “bitte” (thank you) for posterity.

It's also important to learn phrases like “Ich spreche nicht Deutsch” (I do not speak German), or “Sprechen Sie Englisch?”

(Do you speak English?) to help set the tone of conversation.

A Bavarian way of life: Those of you who speak German may have already had their encounters with the local dialect and it is not so easy to understand, even for other Bavarians! Below are a few basic words to help you fit in like an Oberpfaelzer.

Leberkaese: Bavarian food specialty consisting of beef and pork and spices (but neither liver nor cheese as the name would suggest). Mass: 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of Bavarian beer, served in a Masskrug (large beer mug).

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Seidl: 1/2 liter (1/8 gallon) of Bavarian beer, served in a Seidlkruegl (small beer mug).

Freibier: Sponsored free beer. damisch: Simply put, means crazy or unintelligent.

Gaudi: This word means fun and originates from the Latin “gaudere” meaning to rejoice, be joyful, and take delight.

Wolpertinger: This very rare animal is only found in Bavaria and is a crossing of several native animals. According to statements of witnesses, it also lives in the JMTC Training Area.

Preiss: This term refers to non-Bavarian persons from the Northern, Western or Eastern parts of Germany living above the Weisswurst equator (the Main River being its natural border).

You may have heard the motto “It's nice to be a Preiss, but it's higher to be a Bayer!”

Kirwa: A town fest in celebration of the consecration of a church.

Dirndl: Traditional Bavarian dress for ladies.

Lederhosen: Traditional Bavarian leather trousers for men.

Juchzer (also known as Gurzerer): This primal scream of the Upper Palatine population may possibly equate to “need more beer.”

Schnodaheupfl: Rhyme-song in Bavarian dialect, at times containing bawdy (yet hilarious) content.

Keep your fingers crossed for me = Drueck mir die Daumen (press your thumbs for me).

Don't buy a pig in a poke = Kaufe nie die Katze im Sack (never buy the cat in the sack).

A miss is as good as a mile = Knapp daneben ist auch vorbei (a near miss is still a miss).

The early bird catches the worm = Morgenstund hat Gold im Mund (morning hour has gold in its mouth).

Bad weeds grow tall = Unkraut vergeht nicht (weed doesn't die) Don't trust the cat to save the cream = Mache nicht den Bock zum Gaertner (don't make the goat a gardener).

Learning a bit about the German culture and language can ease the transition of living in a new place, or make the country you've called home for a while seem that much more like home.

But start now, because as we all know "the morning hour has gold in its mouth."

Editor's Note: Silvia Wilczek and Wilhelm Ertl contributed reporting.

It's all Greek to me: With common expressions, Americans and Germans often say the same thing, but express it very differently. Below are a few common phrases in English followed by their German translations.

It's all Greek to me = “Ich verstehe nur Bahnhof” (I only understand “Bahnhof”).

I'm fed up with it = “Ich habe die Nase voll” (I have the nose full).

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Nature and Culture in the Bavarian Alps Zugspitze and King Ludwig’s Castle “Linderhof” can be combined

Garmisch, Germany – If the weather is perfect, Bavaria’s highest mountain offers a breath-taking panorama. Visitors of the Zugspitze are definitely closer to the sky, namely 2.950 meters.

Visit our heated Outdoor-Swimming-Pool (75°F) with a large pool (six 165 ft. lanes), three diving platforms (5 ft.; 10 ft.; 16 ft.) and a water slide as well as a children’s pool (82°F). The large idyllic lawn invites you to sunbathe and relax. A minigolf, a billiard- and a table tennis area as well as a volleyball- and soccer field and a playground round out the leisure facilities. Food and beverages are available in the Terrace Café.

Parking is available directly in front of the facility.

Opening hours: May - September, Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

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On hot days. The ice cover melts by up to eleven centimeters, causing a drainage of 35 million liters of water. That is about a fifth of the daily water consumption of the city of Munich! The Schneeferner House was Germany’s highest hotel from 1930 to 1990. Today’s ski lifts and cable cars had not been built yet.

The first cable car went directly from the hotel to the summit.

The view from up there is fantastic. Children will be especially excited about the snow at the glacier on which they can slide in the middle of the summer. You csn also rest and relax in a small chapel on top of the mountain.

Other cultural attractions and tourist highlights are the castles of Bavarian King Ludwig II. Linderhof Castle in the Upper Bavarian town of Ettal is the smallest but maybe also the most beautiful of his castles. Only a few kilometers away from Garmisch, it is well worth a visit although the king passed away in 1886 when he drowned in Lake Starnberg together with his physician Bavarian Times | 62

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When it comes to the panoramic view on Germany’s highest mountain, you have to be willing to take a risk because fog, snowfall or clouds might engulf the mountains and make them disappear completely. But if the weather is nice, it’s gorgeous on its summit. A visit to the glacier is highly recommendable but also alarming because global warming has caused it to melt.

Over the past 100 years, the temperature on the Zugspitze has increased by 1.2 degrees Centigrade. Experts assume that no glacier may be left in the year 2035, if the trend of the past years continues.

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Linderhof Castle is the smallest of Ludwigs II. Castles and the only one that was finished in his lifetime. Linderhof Castle is considered his favorite castle where he spent most of his time.

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The dining room of the castle features an automatic table that can mechanically be lowered into the kitchen. There, it was set and lifted back up by hand so the king was able to eat without the presence of a servant. The largest room in the castle is the king’s northward bedroom. The king’s adoration of the French royal house can be seen in other details. Scenes from the French court in Versailles are pictures in the dining room, the horseshoe-shaped cabinets are decorated with portraits of French members of court, among them Madame Pompadour and Madame Dubarry, and a showpiece vase from the manufacture in Sèvres decorates the stairwell.

The park of Linderhof Castle is one of the most qualitative of its time. It combines elements of the French Baroque garden and the English parks. Baroque elements are the garden‘s terraces with their water basins, the geometrical flower beds and the long cascade with the figure fountain, as well as the pavilion and the Venus temple. Following English traditions are the near-natural and irregular design of the surrounding parks with their exotic buildings. The Moroccan House and the Moroccan Kiosk are elements of the Orient fashion that Ludwig II liked.

The three stage designs in the park, the Hunding hut, the hermitage of Gurnemanz and the Venus grotto document Ludwig’s love for the operas of Richard Wagner. The surrounding mountains are incorporated into the design of this ingenious total work of art through lines of sight and kilometer-long roads that go deep into the forest. | by Renate Gradl

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Grafenwoehr – Home to American soldiers and their familysarian made easy Grafenwoehr, Germany -- Visitors can explore the over 650 years old city, starting with the late Gothic Rathaus (town hall) at the historical Towncenter, which was constructed in 1462, and is therefore older than Columbus’ famous voyage to the Americas. Currently, the city’s administration conducts business in the Rathaus. The City Council meets there and residents hold wedding ceremonies in the building’s historical rooms. In the past, the building also functioned as a school, a bank, fire department, police station, night-watchman quarters and as a prison.

The Rathaus is a single building in the center of the market square, which is typical for a 14th century town. In front of the Rathaus is the Mariensaeule (Saint Mary column), which was constructed in 1922 in memory of the Grafenwoehr residents who died in World War I. It also honors the victims of World War II and the allied bombings on April 5 and April 8, 1945. The

plague column located at the lower market square dates back to 1496. It is assumed that it was constructed in appreciation by the survivors of the plague.

History buffs will be interested in the 1. Oberpfälzer Kultur- und Militaermuseum (1st Cultural and Military Museum), which is located next to the city pond and city park. The exhibition details the influence of the military training area on the development of the town. It delves into the everyday lives of soldiers, but also warns about the consequences of military activities.

Grafenwoehr’s churches and small chapels provide another opportunity for exploration. For example, the 15th century “Alte Pfarrkirche” with its rich Baroque interior, provides a sharp contrast to the modern Friedenskirche (Peace Church) which boasts a 114-square meter altarpiece.

Shoppers will find a variety of restaurants and specialty stores along the Neue and Alte Amberger Strasse.

Grafenwoehr citizens have established and maintained strong ties with American soldiers and civilians over the years. The joint celebration at the annual German-American Volksfest offers many opportunities for the two cultures to get to know each other. | by City of Grafenwoehr

New in Grafenwoehr: “Farmer`s Market – fresh Produce from our Region”. Every Thursday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Market Spuare.

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The photo shows the communal brewery in Windischeschenbach where the traditional Zoigl beer is brewed.

Beer garden next to the Schafferhof adjacent to Neuhaus Castle near Windischeschenbach.

Zoigl – the beer specialty of the Upper Palatinate Forest

Zoigl is a low-fermented, unfiltered beer that only contains the carbon dioxide that develops in the brewing process. It is still brewed with wood firing. The characteristics of the “real Zoigl from the communal brewer” are: • •

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Beer brewed in a jointly operated communal brewery Regularly served by the brewer in the town where it was brewed Uniform beer price in the local community Fermentation, maturation and storage in the bar Served freshly from the tap or the barrel

home-made snacks, no possibility to make reservations instead sharing a table with others until the last place is taken, music by musicians that happen to be there, being on a first-name basis -- these are the characteristics that turn a visit to a rustic Zoigl parlor into an experience.

The “real Zoigl from the communal brewer” was the only specialty of the entire Upper Palatinate Forest that was awarded a crown at the first specialty competition of Nuremberg metropolitan region! | by Editorial Department

Zoigl calendars provide an overview where Zoigl is being served along with information about the Zoigl cult in the Upper Palatine Forest can be found at www.zoiglinfo.de (only in German).

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Windischeschenbach, Germany -- Discover and enjoy almost 600 years of brewing tradition! Zoigl lovers come from all over Germany and meanwhile even from England, the United States and Siberia to experience the unique Zoigl atmosphere.

Zoigl is brewed in communal breweries in Eslarn, Falkenberg, Mitterteich and the Zoigl capital Windischeschenbach and its sub community Neuhaus by licensed brewers. Neuhaus, for example, has owned the right to brew Zoigl since 1415. The right belongs to the house and the property.

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In accordance with the Bavarian purity law, only the best hops, malt, water and yeast are used. Therefore, Zoigl is also a wonder of nature for connoisseurs. In the past, it was stored in a fermentation cellar, today mostly in tanks made of stainless steel.

A hectagonal star (the sign of the brewers‘ guild), hanging on the gabel of the house, indicates that Zoigl is being served there. What is the significance of the Zoigl star? The hectagonal Zoigl star is made from two interconnected equilateral triangles. It symbolizes the three elements of brewing: Fire, water and air as well as the well-known ingredients water, malt and hops.

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Roast beef with asparagus and boiled potatoes -- a classic dish.

Asparagus with hamburger patties and potatoes Recipe for 4 persons:

Drain the asparagus and save the asparagus broth; let it cool down.

1.5 kg asparagus (B grade is sufficient) 750 g frying sausage 1 bread roll from the previous day Crushed or fresh thyme 1 egg 1 kg waxy potatoes Preparation: Peel the asparagus and cut off the dry ends. Cut in 4 - 5 cm long pieces and cook in salt water (with 2-3 tablespoons of salt) for 15 - 20 minutes (Test: Soft but still firm to the bite). Add 1 tablespoon of sugar to the water.

Prepare a roux from butter and flour and gradually add asparagus broth. Let it simmer for a few minutes. Add the asparagus and let it heat up. Spice it with white pepper and maybe a small piece of cheese spread.

Peel the potatoes and cook them in salt water.

Mix the frying sausage with the soaked bread roll and the egg, spice it with a little bit of thyme and form identical hamburger patties. Sauté them in the pan with butter oil and roast them thoroughly over low heat for about 20 minutes.

Wine tip for the recipe: A Pinot Gris from Franconia is the ideal wine thanks to his buttery and nutty aroma that goes well with the fried hamburger patties! His soft acid accentuates the intensive fruit flavors of pear, pineapple and citruses.

Pinot Gris is still a rarity and is only grown in a small area of Franconia. A mutation of Pinot Noir it belongs to the grand family of Burgundies. Although the skin of its berries is reddish in color, Pinot Gris is considered a white wine. In Italy it is known as “Pinot grigio.”

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