faqs.org » Abstracts Index » Abstracts » General interest

A uniform goal

Article Abstract:

Scouts in Dallas, TX, are helping their community and gaining support and friendship through Partners in Youth Crime Prevention. The program helps kids get off the streets by providing a safe place to go after school. Police officers provide homework help and recreational activities for the kids.

Social aspects, Management, Recruiting, Youth, Juvenile corrections, Dallas, Texas, Youth organizations, Scouts and scouting, Scouts (Youth programs), Police services for juveniles

---

Movie magician

Article Abstract:

Muren is responsible for creating the realistic dinosaurs of the blockbuster 'Jurassic Park,' which were both computer-generated and physical models. Muren also helped to create the realistic spaceships and flight scenes of 'Star Wars.'

Methods, Usage, Computer simulation, Special effects (Performing arts), Muren, Dennis

---

The spin doctor

Article Abstract:

Reuel Erickson, an 18-year-old Eagle scout from Henderson, NV, finished fourth at the American Bicycling Assoc Grandnation dirt-jumping contest in 1996. He explains several of his most daring stunts.

Cover Story, Biography, Interview, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Personalities, Competitions, Bicycle motocross, Trail bikes, Dirt bikes, Erickson, Reuel

Some parts © 2012 Advameg, Inc.