Four Best Outdoor Winter Activities Around the Midwest
Don’t let winter freeze you out. When the outside ices over, Midwesterners should take advantage of it. Look through our list and find the season’s coolest activities.
Walk on (Not) Thin Ice, Wisconsin
Once you walk, the ice talks, or rather, sings. When you step onto a frozen lake (remember, the ice must be at least 4 inches thick), it responds with different sounds. Even in the stillness of winters, the lake reminds you it’s still here—and still alive.
Let It Go, Minnesota
To all Queen Elsa’s fans: Your palaces are waiting for you. Ice artists here have carved walk-through castles with underground passages, slides and frozen fountains looking like natural formations. At night, colorful LEDs light up the ice. Take a seat on an ice throne—the cold never bothers you anyway.
Sled(乘雪橇) like an Olympian, Muskegon, Michigan
Live out your Beijing 2022 fantasies at the Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park. Three-time Olympian Frank Masley designed an 850-foot long track where green hands are accepted. Sleds can reach speeds of up to 30 mph on it. Come and enjoy this unique experience!
Fly a Kite, Clear Lake, Iowa
In the clear blue sky, a school of fish is streaming in the wind, tailed by a hungry, fierce dragon. Look up, and you’re floating in a fantasy world. Look down, and you realize you’re grounded—on solid ice. Clear Lake’s Color the Wind kite festival began about 20 years ago to brighten up dull winter days.
1. What do Activities 1 and 4 have in common?| A．They feature the beauty of winter. | B．They make the lake more attractive. |
| C．They are done on the ice. | D．They include a special festival. |
| A．In Minnesota. | B．In Wisconsin. | C．In lowa | D．In Michigan. |
| A．Sled with an Olympian. | B．Design their own track. |
| C．Celebrate the Winter Olympics. | D．Try sledding with no experience. |
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【推荐1】Who we are
The Royal Society is the independent scientific academy of the UK. Our aim is to recognize, promote and support excellence in science, and to encourage the development and use of science for the benefit of humanity. The Society's fellows have played a part in some of the most fundamental, significant and life-changing discoveries in scientific history and Royal Society scientists continue to make outstanding contributions to science in many research ideas.
What we do
Our motto is " take nobody's word for it" and academic strictness is at the heart of everything we do. We are always seeking diverse and curiosity minds who can join us on our mission(使命)and help us in shaping tomorrow's society. Work with us and you will play a central role in promoting science and its benefits, recognizing excellence in scientific thinking, providing policy advice, developing international and global co-operation and engaging the general public.
What we offer
In return, we offer flexible working arrangements, extensive space for career development and a comprehensive package of benefits including：
•30 days' holiday (plus three given days)
•Generous pension provision (defined contribution scheme)
•Interest-free season ticket loan
•Subsidized medical and denial insurance
•Onsite restaurant
•Employee Assistance Program
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Find us
Find out where we are by visiting the contact us page. If you would like to discuss one of our opportunities, please contact humanresources @society. org
1. What does the motto of the Royal Society mean?| A．Starving to learn. | B．Believing nobody. |
| C．Being a serious style. | D．Accepting excellent science. |
| A．Respect the animals. | B．Have a 30-day holiday. |
| C．Borrow an interest-free loan. | D．Purchase health insurance. |
| A．To entertain. | B．To advertise. | C．To instruct. | D．To persuade. |
【推荐2】Summer Art Classes
Afro-Atlanlic Histories (Ages9-12)Students will explore storytelling through artworks and will highlight moments of their lives through their own artistic creations. Taught by artist Fernando Isai Garcia. Indoors, June 12-16.
Art & Ecology-Our Friends the Plants (Ages 6-8)Explore the fantastic world of plants! Let’s look at how artists have “used” plants, and been inspired by their colors and shapes. Combine art and science to learn about plants. Taught by artist Beatriz Jaramillo.
Outdoors, July10-14.Making Comics (Ages 10-14)
We’ll view, discuss, and sketch artworks to learn about different aspects of visual storytelling, and then, in the studio, we’ll continue to learn about storytelling while making our own comics. We know you’ve got a story to tell! Taught by artist Shannon Green. Indoors, July17-21.
Art in Action (Ages5 and under)Children will make art with a focus on the process as much as the results. We’ll explore bubble prints (泡泡印画) and blow painting. Come ready for an experience that will blow your artistic mind! Taught by artist Katie Lipsitt. Indoors, July 31-August 4.
1. When will the outdoor program take place?| A．June 12-16. | B．July10-14. | C．July 17-21. | D．July31-August4. |
| A．Art in Action. | B．Making Comics. |
| C．Afro-Atlantic Histories. | D．Art Ecology-Our Friends the Plants. |
| A．Blow painting. | B．Visual storytelling. |
| C．Sketching art works. | D．Using plants to create art. |
【推荐3】Here are some of the Great Walks in New Zealand, each within easy access of cities and towns. These tracks are well-kept and popular with both locals and visitors.
Milford Track
Milford Track is one of the most popular Great Walks in New Zealand, with forested mountains climbing sharply out of snow-covered valleys. This is one of the wettest places on the planet, with an annual average rainfall of 22 feet. The result? Amazing waterfalls, including the 1,903-foot Sutherland Falls.
Length: 33 miles
Duration (耗时): Three days
Open: Late October through early May
Rakiura Track
This is one of the more remote Great Walks on Stewart Island which is known for deserted and sandy beaches? huge native forests, and its population of kiwis, the symbol of New Zealand. The flightless birds are easy to spot here, often on the beaches.
Length: 20 miles
Duration: Two days
Open: All year
Abel Tasman Coast Track
Abel Tasman Track is New Zealand’s most popular walk. With its mild climate, strangely sculpted stone forests, blue waves and golden beaches, it’s easy to understand why. The track hugs this dramatic coastline, leaving hikers to wander along a 15-foot track, one of the widest in New Zealand.
Length: 37 miles
Duration: Four to five days
Open: All year
Tongariro Northern Track
This track is another of the most popular Great Walks, showcasing some of New. Zealand’s most extreme and dramatic landscapes, from active volcanoes, to peaceful beech forests, to what appears to be plains on Mars(火星）.
Length: 27 miles
Duration: Two to three days
Open: Late October through the end of April
1. What is Milford Track best known for?| A．Beautiful waterfalls. | B．Flightless birds. |
| C．Dry sandy beaches. | D．Active volcanoes. |
| A．Milford Track. | B．Abel Tasman Coast Track. |
| C．Rakiura Track. | D．Tongariro Northern Track. |
| A．In June. | B．In July. |
| C．In August. | D．In November. |
【推荐1】A One-day Tour of Beijing
Highlights
●A mini group of only 1 to 6 guests, with more personal service.
●Price Beat Guarantee: The 100% lowest fare is here! We beat any price of identical tour services.
●VIP privilege of fast entry to the 600-year-old Forbidden City.
●Smartly hike the Great Wall in the afternoon to avoid the crowds. Ensure at least 2.5 hours to thoroughly enjoy the Great Wall views.
●Unlimited bottles of drinking water and small local snacks are available at no charge.
●In-depth commentary and photography inspirations are offered by your professional English-speaking guide.
●No shopping diversions, no factory stores, no tea ceremony, no shopping site restaurant. Avoid wasting time at any shopping stop. That’s also the reason why we can include more attractions than others.
Tour Price (US$ Per Person)
| Adult (>11 years old) | $89 |
| Child (3-11 years old) | $79 |
Booking Policy
●Baby Price. This tour is free of charge for a child under 3 years old.
●Confirmation: Upon receiving your booking request, confirmation will be sent within 12 hours.
●Payment: Full payment is required at least two days prior to the day trip. We accept payment by PnyPal. Credit Card、Alipay、Wechat and Bank Transfer.
●Cancellation: Your payment can be fully refunded(退还)if you cancel more than 24 hours prior to the trip. If you cancel the order within 24 hours or any unused portion after the day imp begins、your payment cannot be refunded.
●Departures are guaranteed with two persons.
●Guests under 80 can participate in this mini group tour.
1. Which is one of the highlights of the tour?| A．It’s the richest of its kind. |
| B．It includes some free food. |
| C．It guarantees the best shopping experience. |
| D．It ensures unlimited time to view the Great Wall. |
| A．$89. | B．$168. | C．$178. | D．$257. |
| A．Apply at least one day before the tour. |
| B．Cancel the order when the tour begins. |
| C．Send your cancellation request after the tour. |
| D．Show your booking request when the tour begins. |
【推荐2】Did you know that the United States has over 2,600 National Historic Landmarks? They serve as official markers of the country's, history by way of an event, person, time period, design or archeological finding and not just any old site will do. Here we’ve selected 4 with a story to tell and explore.
Birthplace of Helen Keller, Alabama
Ivy Green is a historic museum that honors Helen Keller, who was born here in 1880. Keller learned sign language and Braille and became the first deaf-blind person to earn a bachelor's degree. Keller was an advocate of blind rights and wrote 12 books, including her autobiography The Story of My Life.
Coca-Cola Bottling Plant, Georgia
Built in 1891, this plant served as the headquarters and bottling plant for the soda giant as it grew from soda shop to a manufactured brand. In 1966, Coca-Cola moved into something larger. Currently, it functions as part of Georgia State University’s campus.
Library of Congress, Washington, D. C.
Where is the largest library in the world? This is it. America t s Library of Congress is the oldest federal cultural institution. It' s also the current research library for the US Senate and is where US Patent and Trademark Office lies. Both real-life and virtual tours of this amazing space are available.
Brooklyn Bridge, New York City
Completed in 1883, Brooklyn Bridge is a famous sight and it has a rich history too. Due to its lengthy span, New Yorkers’ fear was heightened after 12 people were killed on the bridge. Circus man P. T. Barnum paraded 21 elephants across the bridge to prove it was safe. It’s been a National Historic Landmark since 1964.
1. Where should you go if you want to know about the soda giant?| A．Birthplace of Helen Keller. |
| B．Brooklyn Bridge. |
| C．Coca-Cola Bottling Plant. |
| D．Library of Congress. |
| A．It is the oldest cultural organization. |
| B．It is where Americans do the current research. |
| C．It can be visited only in person. |
| D．It is where Americans apply for a patent and trademark. |
| A．To explore landmarks. |
| B．To introduce scenery. |
| C．To attract visitors. |
| D．To educate readers. |
Websites: www. lsxhfjq. cn (Cn)en. lsxhfjq. cn (En)
Scenic Spot Level: AAAAA
Opening Hours: 8: 00-18: 00 (April 1-Sept 30) 8: 00-17: 30 (Oct 1 –March 31)
Ticket Price:
General admission: 85 yuan ($13. 16) /person
Boat ticket: 70 yuan/person
Notes:
1.Children under 1.2 meters (exclusive) in height, senior citizens aged 65 and above, residents of Yongxiu county and Wuning county, servicemen, tour guides, medical workers, and people who have a disability can enter free of charge.
2.Half-price admission is available for minors, people aged between 60 and 65, full-time university undergraduates and primary and secondary school students, and local residents of Xiushui county.
Covering a total planned area of 495 square kilometers, the Lushan Xihai Scenic Area can be divided into two parts: Xihai Lake Area and Yunju Mountain Area. Due to its rich tourism resources, profound culture, and beautiful natural scenery, the Lushan Xihai Scenic Area is popular among tourists and is an ideal place for sightseeing, leisure, vacation, entertainment, and dining.
In addition, it is home to the thrilling Jiangjun Canyon 9D sky glass bridge, drifting activity, the dynamic Xihai Water World, the Xihai Hot Spring, the picturesque Huahai Huayuan Valley, and authentic farmhouse food. At present, this scenic spot is focusing on the themes of “health, sports, and leisure”, and promoting the integrated development of tourism and sports as it develops into a first-class and world-renowned tourist destination.
1. Which time is not available for visitors?| A．12: 00 May 20th | B．17: 30 Aug 1st |
| C．8: 00 Dec 5th | D．18: 00 Feb 28th |
| A．85yuan. | B．155yuan. |
| C．225yuan. | D．295yuan. |
| A．High- tech integration. |
| B．Exciting amusement facilities. |
| C．Fantastic natural landscape. |
| D．Abundant tourism resources. |
【推荐1】Here are some books that are suitable for English learners. Let’s have a look.
The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros
One great thing about this book is that it gives you a deep understanding of a different culture. This book follows the life of Esperanza, a Mexican-American girl. Esperanza moves into a home on Mango Street, The house is old and small. In the new home, Esperanza feels like that she has no time to be alone. She promises herself that one days he will leave and have her own home.
Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White
We can almost guarantee that native English speakers have read this book at least once. A baby pig called Wilbur is almost killed because of his status—he is the smallest pig and he is considered to be useless. Charlotte, a spider, knows that the farmers are planning to kill Wilbur. She promises to make a plan to save him.
The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway
It is a classic. So, if you find yourself in a conversation about literature, this is a good one to talk about. This is a story of a long fight between an old experienced fisherman and the best fish he ever caught. Santiago has returned to the village without any fish for 84 days. On the 85thday, his luck changes and so does his life.
Number the Stars by Lois Lowry
It’s based on history. If you have already known a lot of information about World WarⅡ,this might be an interesting book for you. The year is 1943 in Copenhagen, Denmark. There are soldiers everywhere. The life of 10-year-old Annemarie has been changed a lot because of the war. But this is a story of hope and courage.
1. What can the readers learn from The House on Mango Street?| A．Mango Street is in Mexico. |
| B．Mango Street is very beautiful. |
| C．Esperanza is an ambitious girl. |
| D．Esperanza loves the new house a lot. |
| A．Charlotte’s Web. |
| B．Number the Stars. |
| C．The Old Man and the Sea. |
| D．The House on Mango Street. |
| A．It was written in 1943. | B．It’s historical literature. |
| C．It’s suitable for children. | D．It’s about a different culture. |
【推荐2】World’s Good Places to Visit
Bora Bora
This French Polynesian island may not be large in size, but it makes up for tropical beauty. Here you will find charming beaches, green jungles and luxury resorts on the surrounding islands. The island’s extinct volcano, Mount Otemanu, is a great choice for taking photos or hiking. Although a trip to Bora Bora is expensive, most travelers say it’s worth the money.
Glacier National Park
Snow-capped peaks, alpine meadows (高山草甸) and blue lakes are just a few reasons why Glacier National Park is one of America’s most remarkable parks. In winter, you can enjoy snowshoeing and skiing, while, during the summer, vacationers can go whitewater rafting on Flathead River and other popular activities. For those who’d rather admire their surroundings from their cars, a scenic drive along Going-to-the-Sun Road can’t be missed.
Swiss Alps
Snow-capped mountains, charming towns and flower-filled meadows make the Swiss Alps a year-round fairytale destination. In winter, you can visit world-class ski resorts such as exclusive St. Moritz and charming Zermatt, choose to hike through the green valleys of the Swiss National Park during the warmer months or attend the lively festival in the foothill city of Montreux.
Maui
Whether you’re driving along the Road to Hana, enjoying a bird’s-eye view of Maui’s lush coastline from a helicopter, snorkeling (潜水) with sea turtles or simply relaxing on white or black sand beaches, you’ll find that this Hawaiian island is unlike any other tropical destination. Don’t miss a chance to visit Haleakala National Park, which is home to one of the world’s largest dormant volcanic craters and boasts fantastic sunrises.
1. What can visitors do in Bora Bora?| A．Witness volcano eruption. | B．Go on a boat tour. | C．Witness skiing racing. | D．Go for an outing. |
| A．Both provide snow-capped peaks and winter sports activities. |
| B．Both are known for their lively festivals in summer. |
| C．Both feature charming towns and flower-filled meadows. |
| D．Both offer opportunities for whitewater rafting. |
| A．Bora Bora. | B．Glacier National Park. | C．Swiss Alps. | D．Maui. |
【推荐3】Writing Contests
Vassar Miller Prize
A prize of $1500 and publication is given annually for a poetry collection. The famous poet Rosanna Warren will judge. Using the online submission (投稿) system, you submit a copy of 50 to 80 pages with a $25 entry fee.
Short Story Award
A prize of $2500 and publication in Glimmer Train Stories is given three times yearly for a short story by a new writer whose fiction hasn't appeared in a print publication with a circulation of more than 5000. Using the online submission system, submit a story of 1000 to 12000 words with an $18 entry fee between September 1 and October 31.
Award For Fiction
A prize of $15000 is given annually for a book of fiction published during the year. Four finalists will each receive $5000. The winner and finalists will also be invited to read at the Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, D.C. Andrea Barrett and Alex Espinoza will judge. Submit four copies of a story collection with 20000 words.
Scholarship For Essay
A nine-month fellowship, which includes a scholarship of $45000 for the Study of the American Experience at Washington College in Chestertown, Maryland, is given annually to a nonfiction writer working on a book that focuses on the history of the American Revolution and the nation's founding ideas. Submit an essay within 10 pages by November 1.
1. Which will you contribute to if you are interested in poems?| A．Vassar Miller Prize. | B．Short Story Award. |
| C．Award For Fiction. | D．Scholarship For Essay. |
| A．It is submitted offline. | B．Its prize is given once a year. |
| C．It intends to support new writers. | D．Its publication has the highest circulation. |
| A．$1500. | B．$45000. | C．$2500. | D．$15000. |
