June 2019 – The Kumachan

Humor

Video of Sea World Show: Orca Encounter

Dave 2019-06-27

Video of Sea World Show: Atlantis Ignites

Dave 2019-06-26

Beluga Whales at SeaWorld San Diego

Dave 2019-06-25

Eugene Shoemaker’s Sketch of Meteor Crater

Dave 2019-06-24

Video Explaining How Meteor Crater Was Created

Dave 2019-06-22

The Holsinger Meteorite stands as a vivid symbol of the interconnectedness between Earth’s geological narrative and the cosmic events shaping our solar system. Unearthed in 1911 from Arizona’s renowned Meteor Crater, or Barringer Crater, this formidable 639-kilogram specimen highlights the extraterrestrial nature of one of the planet’s most intact impact craters. It is named in honor of Samuel Holsinger, a pioneer who championed the crater’s study. This became evident when mining engineer Daniel Moreau Barringer accentuated its geological importance.

The crater itself, forged roughly 50,000 years ago by a high-speed nickel-iron meteorite, measures an impressive 1.2 kilometers across and is essential to the study of impact events. Detailed examinations of the Holsinger Meteorite have unveiled a distinctive crystalline design known as the Widmanstätten pattern. This intricate structure of interwoven kamacite and taenite suggests a gradual cooling period in the vacuum of space, providing scientists with essential insights into the solar system’s formation, estimated at around 4.5 billion years ago. Through isotopic analysis, researchers have refined our understanding of both planetary timelines and impact mechanics, deepening our knowledge of how craters form.

Displayed prominently at the Meteor Crater Visitor Center, the Holsinger Meteorite captivates public fascination with planetary science. Simultaneously, ongoing scientific inquiry into this celestial artifact assists experts in forecasting future impacts and devising enhanced planetary defense methods. Thus, the Holsinger Meteorite not only serves as a captivating symbol of cosmic grandeur but also fortifies our grasp of the celestial forces perpetually shaping Earth’s past, present, and future.

Velociraptor Skull

Dave 2019-06-18

While visiting the meteor crater in Winslow, Arizona they had a velociraptor skull on display. This was definitely something very cool and unexpected to find.

Prehistoric Fossils

Dave 2019-06-17

While visiting the Meteor Crater near Winslow, Arizona they had these fossils both on display and for sale. Some of them are quite pricey, so I just took some photos. It was certainly very cool to see what types of creatures were alive so long ago.

Noah’s Ark Complaint Department

Dave 2019-06-16

Not Falling For That Again

Dave 2019-06-14

Miss Kitty’s Store in Tombstone

Dave 2019-06-13

Along the streets of Tombstone, Arizona is Miss Kitty’s store which helps keep all the women dressed in Tombstone fashion.

The Original Bird Cage Theatre of Tombstone

Dave 2019-06-12

Oldest Profession in the West

Dave 2019-06-11

Where there was money to be had in the old west there were prostitutes. Prostitutes would actually have license to be able to work in the city and believe it or not there are actually different classifications of prostitutes. Many worked in saloons, parlor houses, or brothels, but lower grade ones worked in cribs and the lowest class prostitutes were street walkers. Here are some photos of some pioneering prostitutes and also some of the working girls of the 1880’s.

Here is an example of the glamorous room of a prostitute of Tombstone.

You can see how wore down these stairs are from the Bird Cage Saloon and imagine how much business these working girls got.

Wyatt Earp Sights to see Around Tombstone

Dave 2019-06-10

When visiting Tombstone there are enough sights to see to remind you that Wyatt Earp once lived here. Here are some of the Wyatt Earp sights you can see.