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  CAPE-ANN.COM -- Bearskin Neck, Rockport
Bearskin Neck is a small neck of land that juts out of the town center into Rockport Harbor.
For Bearskin Neck is a bustling artist colony where one is just as likely to see an artist at his easel as a lobsterman hauling his traps.
Bearskin Neck offers something for every visitor and is well worth the trip to one of Cape Ann's easternmost points.
www.cape-ann.com /bearskin.html   (233 words)

  
  SurLaLune Fairy Tales: Annotations For Bearskin   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Bearskin: The original title was "Devil Greencoat" and appeared in the 1814/1815 edition, but it was heavily revised by 1843 (Ashliman).
Bearskin gains because of his pact; the daughter gains because she agrees to marry a rich man. Her words also indicate that she is a good girl because she is carrying out what her father wants her to do.
Bearskin's breaking of the ring, besides being a plot device, could also symbolism the fact that the two cannot be married at the moment.
www.surlalunefairytales.com /bearskin/notes.html   (3310 words)

  
 Bearskin
Bearskin had gone for long times without a bath in the army, but he found that was quite different from never ever bathing or washing his clothing and never ever combing his hair and never ever cutting his hair, beard or nails.
Bearskin no longer opened his door when his meals were brought to him because he knew that he looked less and less like a man. He had a hole cut in the door and received his meals through that hole, and paid for his room and lodging through that hole as well.
Before Bearskin had the chance to agree or disagree (and he was thinking of not accepting the innkeeper's offer as he had become such a loner) the innkeeper had called out his daughters from where they were hiding in the kitchen.
www.ink.imagedjinn.com /bearskin.htm   (2775 words)

  
 Bearskin. Grimm, Jacob and Wilhelm. 1909-14. Household Tales. The Harvard Classics
As Bearskin was sitting alone in the evening, and wishing from the bottom of his heart that the seven years were over, he heard a loud lamenting in a neighbouring room.
At last when the man perceived that Bearskin’s voice was human he let himself be prevailed on, and by kind words Bearskin succeeded so far that the old man revealed the cause of his grief.
Bearskin, however, travelled about the world from one place to another, did good where he was able, and gave generously to the poor that they might pray for him.
www.bartleby.com /17/2/35.html   (1523 words)

  
 Bearskin - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The standard bearskin of the British Foot Guards is 18 inches tall, weighs one and a half pounds and is made from the fur of the Canadian fl bear.
Traditionally, the bearskin was the headgear of grenadiers, and is still worn by regiments of grenadiers in various armies.
The bearskin should not be mistaken for the busby, which is a much smaller fur cap worn by the Royal Horse Artillery and hussar regiments in full dress.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Bearskin   (357 words)

  
 FAQ: Guards and Their Bearskin Hats
The spacing of tunic buttons on the chest, cuffs, and vents (according to precedence of the regiment), small plumes on the bearskin hat, and regimental badges on the collar and shoulder strap distinguish the five regiments in full dress.
Bearskin hats were last worn in battle during the Crimean war.
"Bearskin" is the correct name for the foot guards headdress, and is quite distinct from the busby (right) even when the latter is also made of bear skin.
www.regiments.org /about/faq/guards.htm   (1273 words)

  
 pitch.com - News - Bearskin's Gamble
Bearskin had such a reputation for good fortune that, before each mission, Air Force photographers who went along on bombing runs to document the damage flipped coins to see who got to fly with him.
While Bearskin maintained that any land being held in trust for a tribe by the government was a reservation -- regardless of what the land was being used for -- in 2001, the 10th Circuit ruled that the cemetery was a cemetery and not a reservation.
Bearskin remains undeterred in trying to return to a county that is named for his people.
www.pitch.com /issues/2002-09-12/feature_full.html   (5018 words)

  
 The Windy Road: Synopses: Bearskin and the Sultan
Bearskin's inital idea was to ride along the heads and shoulders of the Turk army, and reach the other side and the city that way, but this plan proved untenable due to there being more than a finite number of Turks.
Bearskin, the Sultan, and the strange knight pulled free of the earth's embrace, and it was then that Bearskin threw down his arms and leaped onto the Sultan, intent on squeezing his head like a berry.
Bearskin and the strange knight rode on stolen Arabic horses past the marching army, to the Shining City on the Hill, where the honest Christian lanterns still shone in defiance of the dark night.
home.comcast.net /~dkoulomzin/windy-road/synopses/session10.html   (1598 words)

  
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As Bearskin was sitting alone in the evening, and wishing from the bottom of his heart that the seven years were over, he heard a loud lamenting in a neighboring room.
At last when the man perceived that Bearskin's voice was human he let himself be prevailed upon, and by kind words bearskin succeeded so far that the old man revealed the cause of his grief.
Bearskin, however, traveled about the world from one place to another, did good where he was able, and gave generously to the poor that they might pray for him.
www.cs.cmu.edu /~spok/grimmtmp/076.txt   (1547 words)

  
 CNN - Buckingham guards' bearskins face their Waterloo - Aug. 13, 1997
Bearskin hat lovers countered that only skins from culled bears are used.
Soldiers today wear the 18-inch (45-centimeter) bearskin, which weighs around 1 1/2 pounds (665 grams), for ceremonial duties and to guard royal residences like Buckingham Palace and St. James' Palace in London and Windsor Castle, Queen Elizabeth II's weekend home west of the capital.
The bearskins come from Canada's brown bear, culled by Inuit hunters under an agreement with the Canadian government.
www.cnn.com /EARTH/9708/13/britain.bearskin.ap   (560 words)

  
 SurLaLune Fairy Tales: The Annotated Bearskin   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
As Bearskin was sitting alone in the evening, and wishing from the bottom of his heart that the seven years were over, he heard a loud lamenting in a neighboring room.
It was a pity that Bearskin's face was covered with dirt and with hair, for if not they might have seen how delighted he was when he heard these words.
Bearskin, however, travelled about the world from one place to another, did good where he was able,
www.surlalunefairytales.com /bearskin/index.html   (1783 words)

  
 Wyandotte NetTel
Bearskin may be happiest about the return of the pow-wows.
Leaford Bearskin was elected Chief of the Wyandotte Tribe of Oklahoma in 1983.
Chief Bearskin served in high levels of management both as a military officer and as a civilian employee of the Air Force.
www.wyandotte-network.com /gov/pr070798a.htm   (881 words)

  
 Bearskin State Trail - WDNR
Named for the Bearskin Creek the trail follows, this 18-mile, former railroad corridor, is an opportunity to experience the north woods of Wisconsin.
The original purpose of the railroad line was to export white pine logs from the forests of northern Wisconsin to the cities of the Midwest.
Today the Bearskin trail is recreation corridor, surfaced with compacted granite suitable for hiking and bicycling in summer, and snowmobiling in winter.
www.dnr.state.wi.us /org/land/parks/specific/bearskin   (469 words)

  
 Bearskin, and other tales of type 361
Impressed by Bearskin's lavish and generous expenditures, he presented him with a proposal.
Bearskin named a sum that was acceptable to the nobleman, and the two set forth to the palace to make the selection.
Bearskin formalized the betrothal by removing a ring from his own finger and twisting it into two pieces.
www.pitt.edu /~dash/type0361.html   (3744 words)

  
 Bearskin to Holly Fork: Stories from Appalachia...
Bearskin to Holly Fork is available at bookstores and through the publisher at: Wind Publications, 600 Overbrook Drive, Nicholasville, KY 40356.
Bearskin to Holly Fork: Stories From Appalachia is a collection of gritty stories populated by tough people, and author Bob Sloan certainly exposes the faults and failures of his characters, as well as sharing with us their merits and accomplishments.
Bearskin to Holly Fork: Stories from Appalachia can be ordered direct from the publisher, is available at amazon dot com and barnes and noble dot com, and can be ordered from the Ingram warehouse by your local independent book dealer.
www.bobsloansampler.com /b2hf1.htm   (3163 words)

  
 Bearskin Airlines - Services - Cargo   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Bearskin Airlines is your #1 choice for shipping envelopes and smaller packages by air throughout Northern Ontario and Manitoba.
An airport to airport service is available for the movement of general cargo throughout the Bearskin Airlines network.
Bearskin Airlines also provides formal training for shippers of Dangerous Goods.
www.bearskinairlines.com /services/cargo.htm   (433 words)

  
 Amazon.com: Bearskin: Video: Ann Guedes,Eduardo Guedes,Tom Davenport,Tom Waits,Damon Lowry,Charlotte Coleman,Júlia ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
A final note: one of the most beautiful shots of the film is when Bearskin reaches out his dirty "paw" to the good daughter and she extends hers as well, meeting it, despite her fears.
Bearskin is never the monster in spirit that he appears in body, however.
Bearskin insists on being made clean again and the grooming scenes are just as refreshing for the viewer as they are for Bearskin.
www.amazon.com /Bearskin-Ann-Guedes/dp/1888522186   (1589 words)

  
 WELCOME TO CAMP BEARSKIN MEADOW!
Bearskin Meadow Camp, BMC, is one of the oldest and largest wilderness resident campers for children, teens and families affected by diabetes.
Bearskin Meadow gives campers and parents a uniquely supportive community of peers and adults who truly understand the day to day challenges of living with diabetes.
Whether it is a great overnight campout, a tough hike accomplished by the group, or a funny skit presented at camp fire, we do it together and with a cooperative spirit that encourages each individual to succeed this his or her fullest extent.
www.dyf.org /camp.html   (2636 words)

  
 Bearskin Lodge - Gunflint Trail Resort - Minnesota Family Vacations - Grand Marais Minnesota Resorts
Bearskin Lodge - Gunflint Trail Resort - Minnesota Family Vacations - Grand Marais Minnesota Resorts
Located in Grand Marais Minnesota, Bearskin Lodge features some of the best canoeing, cross country skiing and most pristine wilderness left in the world.
Plan your next family vacation or winter vacation at our resort where each Gunflint Trail cabin is nestled in its own secluded nook and features a private dock and cozy fireplace.
www.bearskin.com   (289 words)

  
 Bearskin
At last when the man perceived that Bearskin’s voice was human he let himself be prevailed upon, and by kind words bearskin succeeded so far that the old man revealed the cause of his grief.
It was not long before the wind whistled, and the devil stood before him and looked angrily at him, then he threw bearskin his coat, and asked for his own green one back.
Then said he, “I am your betrothed bridegroom, whom you saw as Bearskin, but through God’s grace I have again received my human form, and have once more become clean.” He went up to her, embraced her, and gave her a kiss.
members.tripod.com /cherry_brandy/grimm/076.htm   (1547 words)

  
 Amazon.com: Bearskin: A Grimm Tale: Books: Gareth Hinds   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
The Bearskin story has always been one of my personal favorites, and this new retelling captures the story perfectly.
BEARSKIN is, simply, a fairy tale brought to life.
This is an excellent and very entertaining retelling of the Brothers Grimm story "Bearskin." The art is ultra-clean, and very consistent throughout.
www.amazon.com /Bearskin-Grimm-Tale-Gareth-Hinds/dp/1893131009   (856 words)

  
 Landing Bay Resort on Big Bearskin Lake near Minocqua Wisconsin
Landing Bay Resort is located adjacent to an access point of the Bearskin State Trail.
When you access the trail from the resort you are at mile marker 11 on the trail.
The island in Minocqua is at the northern end of the trail approximately seven miles from the access point at the resort.
www.landingbayresort.com /bearskintrail.htm   (179 words)

  
 children with DIABETES - Bearskin Meadow Camp
Bearskin Meadow Camp, BMC, is one of the oldest and largest resident camps for children, teens and families affected by diabetes.
Bearskin Meadow gives campers and parents a uniquely supportive community of peers and adults who truly understand the day-to-day challenges of living with diabetes.
DYF is committed to helping all children and their families receive our special kind of support and information only available at Bearskin Meadow Camp.
www.childrenwithdiabetes.com /camps/d_07_162.htm   (2147 words)

  
 Bearskin Ridge   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Bearskin Ridge was a home away from home to us.
Bearskin Ridge was a perfect cabin and we would enjoy coming back again--hopefully for a longer stay.
Bearskin Ridge is like home away from home.
www.moonandstarswebdesigns.com /bearskin/guestbook.html   (2984 words)

  
 Bearskin Lodge
Ideally located in downtown Gatlinburg, Bearskin Lodge features state-of-the-art amenities combined with all the rustic mountain charm that once characterized the town's grand lodgings.
When you enter the parking lot of the Bearskin Lodge On The River, one is instantly reminded of the Great Lodges of the Old West.
The warmth and charm outside created by the goldish-brown siding, dark green roof, stone chimney and the huge stained logs quickly invites you inside to spend a night or two enjoying the wonderful amenities such as an inroom jacuzzi, fireplace and a balcony overlooking the river.
www.tntresorts.com /Gatlinburg/Bearskin_Lodge   (1612 words)

  
 Andy's northern Ontario wildflower page Bearskin and Sachigo Lake.
Therefore, spring flowers in the area of Bearskin Lake and Sachigo Lake are just starting to bloom, whereas in more southerly areas, the spring flowers have completed their flowering.
For more about the history of Bearskin Lake, please visit the Bearskin Lake web page.
Bearskin Lake and Sachigo Lake are located on the northern fringes of the boreal forest, about 115 km south of the tree line.
www.ontariowildflower.com /bearskin.htm   (1027 words)

  
 WEA - Bearskin Lake First Nation
The community of Bearskin Lake is located four hundred and twenty-five (425) kilometres north of Sioux Lookout.
The main village is situated on the west shore of the lake and all three communities are tied to one another by all weather gravel roads.
At this time, there are four hundred and thirty-six (436) residents in Bearskin Lake.
www.windigoeducation.on.ca /bearskin.html   (114 words)

  
 Smoky Mountain Cabin Rentals in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge Tennessee at Bearskin Romance   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Bearskin Cabins are private log cabins or chalets located in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge TN.
Be sure you ask for information on Bearskin Cabins and the name of the cabin or cabins of interest.
This information though deemed accurate is not guaranteed, it is subject to errors, omissions, change of price, or withdrawal without notice.
www.bearskincabins.com /bearskinromancecabin.htm   (1039 words)

  
 Landing Bay Resort on Big Bearskin Lake - Harshaw, WI
Big Bearskin Lake is fed by the Bearskin creek, which offers some very nice trout fishing along with other class A trout fishing streams in the area.
Big Bearskin Lake is home to many of the natural residents of the Northwoods.
The reason for this is due to the large amount of undeveloped shoreline present that abuts to large tracts of natural forestry.
www.landingbayresort.com /lake_info.htm   (377 words)

  
 Bearskin Lodge - Gunflint Trail, Grand Marais, Minnesota 1(800)338-4170
Summer activities are in full swing here at Bearskin as Mike and Heidi Pazlar begin their 2nd summer season.
She is settling in to life in the woods and all of us thoroughly enjoy her.
At Bearskin Lodge we respect your privacy and appreciate your interest.
www.boreal.org /~bearskin/news.html   (656 words)

  
 Adelsman's Cross-Country Ski Page: Lodging - Bearskin Lodge
Bearskin Lodge is located 26 miles up the Gunflint Trail on the edge of East Bearskin Lake amongst the pristine wilderness of the Minnesota's Northwoods.
The lodge and cabins are a welcome stop for rejuvenation at any time of the year, with comfortable accommodations, and activities to suit visitors of all ages.
In addition to ski programs this year Bearskin will be offering snow shoe programs and Ivy will be back with the dogs for Dog Sled Rides.
www.skinnyski.com /lodging/minnesota/bearskin.html   (354 words)

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