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Show A-8 The Park Record Wed/Thurs/Fri, May 19-21, 2010 MARKETPLACE Meetings & Conventions Local convention properties have reported that the following groups will meet during the week of May 16-May 22, 2010 , in Park City. Information is supplied by the Park City Chamber/Bureau. Luna Lobos will tug hearts and sleds Dog sled guide offers unique outing in sun or snow GROUP PROJECTED ATTENDEES Brand Source 41 Victory Ranch 8 Girl's National Tennis 75 UAMFT 25 Ken Garff Make a Wish Foundation 40 * 20 153 T O T A L ATTENDEES By ANDREW KIRK Of the Record staff Fernando Ramirez's passion for dog sledding began as a child when he tied his yellow lab to an up-turned plastic table after watching the animated film, "Balto." He was probably only one of thousands of children to try something similar after seeing one of the many popular dogsledding movies, but Ramirez didn't stop there. He eventually attached skis to the bottom of the table and kept upgrading his equipment until finally, as a teenager, his parents succumbed and purchased him an authentic dog sled and two huskies. But Ramirez only uses rescued animals. Sled dogs make horrible pets because they need intense exercise and a Specific diet that mosj homeOwners can't provide. "They have gourmet meals in the mornings: steak, chicken, cucumber salad... they love rice," he explained. Unfortunately, there are many such animals needing rescue, he said. Two of his dogs are hybrids, but perform just as well as the purebreds. With his pack that now pumbers 12 and his sleds '. Ramirez started Luna Lobos to give rides and one-of-a-kind experiences to locals and visitors during winter and summer (the warm-weather sled has wheels). An important element of his business is educating peo- v/eeh East sustainable seafood ERIK DAEN\T7JPARK RECORD Fernando and Dana Ramirez say sled rides are a great way to connect with nature. The dogs love children and puppies are expected this week. The couple is offering four-day camps this summer. pie about sled dogs and the kind of lives should lead. Ramirez has a special affinity for long-haul races. He's a Brooks-sponsored marathon runner and has been in numerous sled races around the Mountain West.The peace, solitude and primitive nature of sledding are a truly special experience, he said. "My motto is 'travel silent,"" he said. "Its Zen." Co-owner Dana Ramirez said the rides are like traveling back in time. "It really puts you in nature," she said. Each dog has its own personality - both on and off the trail. Watching them run together and the way they encourage or correct one another is amazing, he said. The more riders cheer and laugh the harder they pull. "Its like having 12 kids," Ramirez added. Sharing these insights with clients is important for him. It's not about meeting up and being done at a certain time, he said. His goal is to help people do something they have probably never done before and likely will never do again. And there's no more convenient place to try dog sledding than Park City, he said. Outfits in places like North Dakota, Montana or Alaska aren't going to be close to world-class ski resorts, hotels and restaurants, he said. In fact, there's so much to do in Park City creating package deals is a major priority for Luna Lobos, he said. He likes to be the mode of transportation to a night at the movies, bowling or a nice dinner. There's so much Ramirez would like to share with people that he's starting four-day dog sledding summer camps this June and July. He plans to introduce youth to what it takes to care for and train a sled dog. Each participant will be assigned to an animal and will learn real sledding technique. Local trails provide great running experiences in summer or winter, he said. "We hope people will have more compassion for animals in shelters afterward," Dana added. A bonus this year will be the participation of brand-new puppies. Ramirez's two lead dogs bred and the husky pups could be born as early as this week. Luna Lobos Dog Sledding 801-440-4660 Lunalobos.com Sign up for a summer camp by May 31 for half off Imagine the world without fish in our oceans, lakes and streams. The documentary "End of the Line" that premiered at the Sundance Film Festival last year suggests we will see the end of most seafood by 2048. They found that since 1950 about a third of all fished species worldwide have collapsed. They didn't have a very good outlook for the future either. So what to do? Knowing good fish from bad fish and making the more "green" choice is imperative to the health of the oceans. To make the list on the Best of the Best, fish must a) have low levels of contaminants (mercury and PCB's), b) be high in omega-3's and c) come from a sustainable fishery. Here are five good choices: 1. Albacore Tuna (troll or pole caught from the US or British Columbia) - Know how the fish was caught and look for the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) blue eco label. 2. Mussels and Oysters (farmed) - These are both good for the environment (they feed off the natural nutrients and algae in the water, which actually improves water quality). One health caveat: raw shellfish contains bacteria which can cause illness so take precautions. 3. Pink Shrimp (wild caught from Oregon) or Spot Prawns (wild caught BC). In an effort to reduce the by-catch caused by netting and prevent ocean floors from being scraped clean by dragging, the US has strict regulations on farming and trawling. Avoid imported shrimp regardless if they are farmed or wild. 4. Rainbow Trout (farmed) - In the US, rainbow trout are farmed primarily in freshwater ponds and "raceways" where they are more protected from contaminants and fed a fish-meal diet that has been fine tuned to conserve resources. 5. Salmon {wild caught from Alaska) - Alaskan fisheries are closely monitored by biologists for better management and quality so not only are these fish healthier (they pack 950 mg of omega-3's and carry few contaminants) but the fishery is more sustainable. A number of environmental organizations have created lists that help identify fish that are more sustainable. Go to these websites for more information on learning how to make better seafood choices. Seven-tenths of the world is covered wrth water and it is our responsibility to take care of it. Source: Eating Well, Mar/Apr '10, Carl Safina. CIRQUE DUSOLEIL a consistent TRIUMPH... EXTRAORDINARY" m3 - The New York Times GREEN LANDSCAPE SOIL*ORGANIC . 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