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American Textile Manufacturing

Who is OTEXA? The Office of Textiles and Apparel (OTEXA) Made in the U.S.A. Sourcing Database helps buyers source U.S. textile products like rope, twine,...

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Ravenox Featured in Seattle Times

Big News -- Ravenox Featured in Seattle Times Ravenox was recently featured in the Seattle Times alongside Nutpods, a plant-based coffee creamer owned by Madeline Haydon, the...

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Wilderness Endeavors: the Many Uses of Paracord

SO, WHAT IS PARACORD USED FOR? Excellent question. If you were to do a quick search on the term "550 cord" you will find that...

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The Epic Odyssey of the Purple Martins: A Deep Dive into their Remarkable Migration

Purple martins, Progne subis, the largest North American swallow, are fascinating birds known for their long-distance migration, aerial acrobatics, and joyful chirping. Every year, these...

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What is the Best Bluebird House?

Whether you want to attract Eastern Bluebirds, Western Bluebirds or Mountain Bluebirds it's important to know how to attract these birds, what kind of bluebird...

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The Purple Martin Landlord’s Ten Commandments

To be a successful Purple Martin landlord it is important to follow some simple rules to ensure your colony's success. Follow these 10 commandments and...

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Hurricane Preparedness With Rope

As hurricane season begins in the United States with the possibility of many hurricanes brewing in various areas--impacting both on the coastline and inland populations--it's...

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Tariffs Hurt the Heartland

North Carolina Business Leaders Continue Discussing the Impact of Tariffs Amid Economic Crisis At the beginning of June, Tariffs Hurt the Heartland held an online discussion that included...

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Scout Pioneering - Knots & Lashings

Scout pioneering merit badge is all about knowing how to use ropes to build things. From building chairs and tables in camp to bridges and...

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