Gold Coast

Randall Hughes states, “I love the coast, and I especially love living along the coast.” Evidently, countless people share in his point of view. Using information from the United States Census Bureau, many of the large population bases in the United States reside on the East and West Coasts. Therefore, many people have preferences to which coast suites them best. Despite steep cost of living on the coasts, many people choose to live there anyway. When choosing what coast best fits an individual,…

Natural forces and the development boom are having serious implications on the landscape, flora and fauna of the Big Bonanza Coast. Erosion is when soil is broken down by natural forces over time and erosion usually happens in three actions - soil detachment, movement and disposition. Water erosion effects the Big Bonanza Coast the most. When it rains or water hits the beach or dunes, the drops break down the soil. The bigger the storm, the larger the erosion potential. The loss of sand on the…

The beaches of St. Petersburg, FL boast more than 30 miles of sugary white sands, tranquil shallow seas, serene shores and dazzling sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico, creating breathtaking scenes as uniquely incredible as the beaches along its shoreline. Each beach has its own identity and appeal, attracting people from both near and far. There are more than a dozen beaches in this area and some are more popular than others. Let’s look at what makes some of St. Petersburg beaches so special.…

Sea levels are rising globally, and this is effecting the rate of beach erosion on the Hawaiian Islands. It is known that shorelines change from various factors like increases or decreases in sea level, the amount of sand deposited or withdrawn from the shore, or even the movement of ocean currents. Researchers at the University of Hawaii began to look at the erosion of beaches on the different islands of Hawaii. They began their study by comparing the islands of Maui and Oahu. They analyzed…

Torrey Pines: Your One Stop Shop to Hike, Dine, Play & Stay When you hear the words Torrey Pines, do you immediately picture golf clubs and neatly groomed fairways? Being the venue for the U.S. Open in years past, there’s no denying that Torrey Pines is home to one of the most pristine golf courses this side of the Pacific. Golfing aside, however, believe me when I say Torrey Pines has so much more to offer than 18 holes. Read on to learn about everything this one-stop-shop locale has to…

The tide, salt corrosion, and overwatered lawns can all cause serious damage to a seawall. Unfortunately, homeowners often ignore their seawalls. This can be disastrous as their failure can result in the structures behind them going underwater. To keep this from happening, be on the lookout for indications that your seawall needs to be replaced. Those indications include: A Bowing or Leaning Seawall Your seawall is supposed to protect your waterfront property from erosion. Over time, a steel…

Laguna Beach is a seaside resort city that is much more than a beach town. The city is nestled amongst rolling hills and valleys overlooking the shoreline with great beaches, shops, restaurants and art galleries - giving it a distinct French Riviera allure. Laguna Beach is a great destination for a family looking to escape the heat of the inland cities or for couples looking for a romantic stroll on the beach. Along with great beaches, hiking trails and tide pool explorations, the city is…

Spreading along the east and gulf coast of the United States of America are unique geologic formations known as barrier islands. Not only are these landforms neat to visit, but also they have the important role of protecting the coastline by reducing the effects storm winds and waves can have. Barrier Islands, like Assateague Island, can form in different ways, but all are constantly undergoing changes from various factors. The focus of this paper will be how barrier islands form and move, these…

and are guaranteed a percentage of food from the farm, and miners are offered a similar bounty of housing, food, and are given a certain amount of precious metals as well. Food and precious items flow into the economy through trades, a few ounces of gold for a plot of land, or food to last your family a…

Due to today’s media which has sensationalized and embellished the more magical aspects of alchemy, the layman may imagine dark spirits and flasks overflowing with noxious chemicals. The layman may also think of alchemy as a trial and error process, in which the aspiring alchemist fumbles blindly towards his next success or failure. This is far from the truth. The infancy of alchemy is located in a Greece influenced Egypt ("Alchemists, Ancient and Modern."). Ancient Egypt, Alexandria, had…