Friday March 26th: Topic with KC1HHK: March Madness

March Madness – The Brackets

For the third year in a row ESPN Men’s Tournament Challenge, the No. 1 most popular college basketball bracket game, set a new all-time record with 24.4 million completed brackets before the start of the tournament today, up 10% compared to last year’s record of 22.6 million.

At the peak period of entries shortly before the start of the first game today, ESPN Tournament Challenge registered more than 709 brackets per second.

The 24.4 million completed brackets this year equate to more than 1.1 billion picks made.

Duke Most Picked to Win
The most popular pick to win the men’s championship is Duke with 25% of all brackets picking the Blue Devils. Florida is the second most-picked to win the final with 21%, and more fans chose Duke, Florida, Auburn, and Houston to reach the Final Four than any other combination of teams.

Perfect Bracket Tracker
ESPN Tournament Challenge allows fans to track in real-time the number of perfect brackets remaining in both men’s and women’s Tournament Challenge games with the Perfect Bracket Tracker. The tool also provides insight into the games that have had, and could potentially have, the most impact on perfect brackets.

Net Discussion Question:

Did you submit an entry into a “bracket “ pool ?

Friday March 21th: Topic with KC1SOO: Camping

Camping and Radios

Camping encompasses a diverse range of experiences, catering to various preferences and skill levels.

Traditional tent camping involves setting up shelters in designated campgrounds or remote wilderness areas, often accompanied by backpacking or hiking.

RV camping offers a more comfortable experience with amenities like electricity and running water, suitable for families or those seeking convenience.

Glamping, or "glamorous camping," combines outdoor immersion with luxurious accommodations, such as yurts or cabins, providing a resort-like atmosphere.

Winter camping challenges enthusiasts with snow and cold, requiring specialized gear and survival skills.

Finally, dispersed camping, also known as primitive camping, involves setting up camp outside of designated campgrounds, often in national forests or BLM lands, offering a secluded and rustic experience.

Each type provides a unique way to connect with nature, from the rugged simplicity of backpacking to the indulgent comfort of a glamping retreat.

What is your favorite type of Camping?

Do you use radios on your trip?

Friday March 14th: Topic with KC1SOO: Starting your Vegetable Garden

Warmer Weather, outside activities.

Now that the weather is getting warm....

Planning your vegetable garden is like setting the stage for a delicious and rewarding growing season. It's a chance to envision the vibrant colors and flavors that will soon grace your plate, from sun-ripened tomatoes to crisp, leafy greens. Before you even touch a seed packet, taking the time to map out your garden's layout, consider your climate, and choose the right plants will set you up for success. This initial planning phase is crucial, as it allows you to optimize your space, ensure proper sunlight exposure, and create a growing environment where your vegetables can thrive. It's the foundation upon which your gardening dreams will blossom.

Have you started a garden?

What do you typically grow?

Wednesday March 12th: Topic with KC1HHK: National Napping Day

Each year, National Napping Day recognizes our need the day following the return of daylight-saving time. Not only does the observance encourage a nap, but it also reminds us that there's no shame in taking one either. While preparing for the time change can offset the shock to our internal clock, many other things in our life may not handle the change so well causing us to still lose sleep. Young children and pets do not adjust as easily and certain work schedules do not permit early adjustment, either.

#NationalNappingDay

Mid-afternoon naps are an integral part of most cultures and scientifically proven to be good for you.

A needed rest can make you feel better and improve your mood. After having the extra amount of sleep, a person will notice that they will be more productive and energetic. Numerous studies have shown that short 10–20-minute naps are the most effective when midday fatigue hits. Improvements in alertness, productivity, and mood have all been shown to improve with this type of snooze.

Though there are some of us who are just not the napping kind, if you can reap those benefits, find a cozy spot for 10 minutes or so on National Napping Day.

HOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL NAPPING DAY

· Catch some zees!

· Be sure to nap early enough in the day so as to not interrupt your regular sleep cycle.

· Create a perfect napping environment.

· Share your favorite type of nap or why you enjoy a good snooze.

· Take a relaxing nap and use #NationalNappingDay to post on social media.

NATIONAL NAPPING DAY HISTORY

William Anthony, Ph.D., a Boston University Professor, and his wife, Camille Anthony, created National Napping Day in 1999 as an effort to spotlight the health benefits to catching up on quality sleep. "We chose this particular Monday because Americans are more ‘nap-ready’ than usual after losing an hour of sleep to daylight saving time," Anthony said in B.U.’s press release.

Napping FAQ

Q. Are there any benefits to taking a nap?
A. Yes. Several studies point to the benefits of short naps.
Some of those benefits include:

· Improved alertness

· Decrease stress

· Improve mood

Q. Does everyone nap?
A. No. Some people are not nappers.

Q. Can a nap be too long?
A. Yes. Long naps and naps taken late in the day can negatively impact our nighttime sleep habits. According to the Mayo Clinic, an optimal nap time is between 10 and 20 minutes.

Net Discussion

Do you nap? When and how often?

If yes, do you feel a benefit?

Wednesday March 5th: Topic with KC1SOO: Daylight Savings Time! Spring Forward

Time change 2025: Spring forward

Sunday, March 9 is the day clocks are changed to daylight saving time starting at 2am. Clocks are set forward one hour to "spring forward" so we lose an hour. Sunrise and sunset will be about one hour later on Sunday than on Saturday.

Daylight saving time, also referred to as daylight saving, daylight savings time, daylight time, or summer time, is the practice of advancing clocks to make better use of the longer daylight available during summer so that darkness falls at a later clock time.

Sun, Mar 9, 2025 – Sun, Nov 2, 2025

Wednesday March 5th: Topic with KC1QQM: TAXES ..... Welcome Guest Host Chuck

Questions:

Have you filed your taxes and already received your rebate or made payment?
Do you usually receive a refund or have to pay?
Do you fill out your returns your self or use a software program to , or a filing service like HR Block?

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