Activity for Dennis_DK‭

Type	On...	Excerpt	Status	Date
Answer	—	A: Alternative to midshipman's / taut-line hitch for modern ropes First, try with more 'coils', when you tie the taut-line hitch; every coil adds some friction. An alternative, that I, myself, like a lot, since I find it easier to tie, is the Farrimond Friction Hitch. And again here, if your rope is slippery, wet or stiff, add some more loops/coils, and make sure ... (more)	—	over 4 years ago
Answer	—	A: Scuba diving right after passing certification If your certification is to be PADI, and you go to a certified PADI diving shop/centre, you will be fine, I'm very sure. The instructors will most probably ask for your log book to assess your level of skills, and they will only offer to take you on dives, that you are certified for, and not try to ... (more)	—	almost 6 years ago
Answer	—	A: Why are birds so nervous around humans? I don't have any specific reference or source for this reason, but I believe it to be valid, myself. Like with some/most humans, specific shapes (think spider), trigger reflexes to avoid or keep distance. I think, when most herbavores can see both of our eyes, it triggers a 'predator alert' (becaus... (more)	—	almost 6 years ago
Answer	—	A: "Official" providers of topographic maps per country Denmark, including Faroe Islands and Greenland (also Sweden): ScanMaps Many different scales, ages and media as well as customized, personal maps printed and sent to you. Site is in Danish, but you can change to English. The official government institution for Geo-data links to this (commercial) sit... (more)	—	about 6 years ago