Article: You want to pick up the cleanest brass possible (though it isn't terribly important), but the main issues when picking up brass is collecting the correct caliber, making sure the brass is in good shape (literally), and it hasn't been reloaded too many times. Most rifle casings work just fine together. Common pistol calibers are a bit more picky as casings will wedge themselves in the openings of other larger caliber casings. .45s and 9mm work just fine with each other, but adding .40s into the mix will create problems. When cleaning .45s, .44 Magnums, .40s, 9mm, .357 Magnums, and 38 Specials all at the same time, clean the .45s, .44 Magnums, and 9mm in one batch, and the .40s, .357 Magnums, and 38 Specials in a separate one. You can test to see if casings work well together by trying to fit one casing into another, if it is even remotely tight it won't work. The easiest way is to use a vibratory case cleaner. The case cleaner uses a media to clean the case, and optionally you can use a polishing additive to make the casings look almost as good as new! The media is usually ground corn cob or walnut hull, but liquid media is also available. The media is what makes the tight fitting cases stick in each other. When the media is not able to cycle (because it is jammed in a casing) it cannot clean as well. Note that the media is reusable, and less polish is needed every time you use the same media. Depending on how dirty the brass is, one batch of media may last anywhere between three and eight cleanings. This allows for easy access when loading so you don't have to pick up handfuls of random casings to find the one you want. It will speed up the process in the long run. Usually you place each different caliber into separate bags for transporting or storage.
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Pick up empty casings from where you shoot or from a gun range which allows you to collect brass. Sort the casings, the level of sorting (before cleaning) depends on the calibers being used. Clean the casings. Sort the casings into separate calibers.
Article: This will provide you with some shade, protect you from sunburns, and breathe better than tight clothing. Avoid dark colors which absorb the heat from the sun. Wear light, natural fabrics which will breathe better than synthetics. Wear a large brimmed hat for extra shade. Take breaks and rest when working or exercising in hot weather. If you can, avoid exercising or working outside during peak hours (11am-3pm) and overexertion. If you are wearing loose weave fabrics, it may be necessary to put sunscreen on even on parts of your body that are covered. By the time you feel thirsty, you are already dehydrated. Drink regularly during your heat exposure, even when you are not thirsty. In a temperate climate, men should drink about 13 cups/3 liters (0.79USgal) of total beverages a day and women should drink about 9 cups/2.2 liters (0.6USgal) of total beverages a day. If you have reduced urine output or it is darker colored, then it is likely that you are not drinking enough. Do not drink alcohol, highly sugary drinks, or strongly caffeinated drinks. Avoid recreational drugs that may increase your sensitivity to the heat, such as amphetamines, cocaine, and ecstasy. Amphetamines and cocaine can increase your body temperature. It may take several months before you have the stamina and endurance that locals have. Being out in the heat is exhausting, so chances are you will be more tired than you expect. Avoid strenuous activities during the hottest time of the day (10 am to 4 pm). Plan frequent breaks to give yourself a chance to cool down. Groups who are likely to be extra sensitive to the heat include: Elderly people Children Pregnant women Laborers working outside People moving from colder climates People with other health conditions, particularly those with asthma, high blood pressure, diabetes, lung problems or obesity. People at risk for dehydration, including those who may be suffering from digestive conditions Some medications increase the patient's sensitivity to the heat. These include some diuretics, antihistamines, beta-blockers, tranquilizers, and antipsychotics. Talk to your doctor before exposing yourself to extreme heat if you are on these medications. This will enable you to be extra careful during times of unusually hot weather. Be aware that on humid days, your sweat evaporates more slowly making it more difficult for your body to remain cool. Heat stress can happen fast within minutes, but it can also come on slowly due to prolonged exposure to heat over several days.
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Wear loose clothing that covers your arms and legs. Be aware that you can still get sunburned through your clothes! Monitor your fluid intake. Give yourself time to get used to the heat after moving to a new climate. Take extra care if you think you might be prone to heat stress. Listen to your local weather station to be aware of heatwaves.
Article: You may want to start by contacting the animal control in your community. When you contact them, you can explain to them why you believe the breeder is unethical and what complaints you have. They may ask you specific questions about the situation to try to gather facts. It's generally the job of animal control to investigate any claims of mistreatment of pets. Animal control may check it out or refer you to someone else to talk to. However, even if animal control goes to investigate, they cannot enter a home or check out the property without the owner's consent, unless they have a warrant. If this doesn't yield results, then move on to animal organizations. One way you can report unethical breeding is through the Humane Society's website. They have a form on their website where you can report a puppy mill by providing the basic information for the breeder, including their name, address, website, email, or phone number. You can find the form [here]. You will have to give them basic information about yourself as well. The Humane Society will look for key signs of unethical breeding. They will start with registration and pedigrees, then talk to the breeders. Ethical breeders are knowledgeable, so they will evaluate the knowledge of the breeder. Next, they will assess where the breeders are breeding and keeping the dogs, if the breeder will even allow them to see it. These things will give them an idea of the ethics of the breeder. If animal control or the Humane Society doesn't help, you may want to try other animal advocate organizations. Many of these organizations have hotlines or contact emails where you can report unethical activity or ask for advice. You may want to try the American Kennel Club or ASPCA. They may be able to launch their own investigations. You can also contact the AKC to see if the breeder is a member, though unethical breeders can still be members without the AKC's knowledge of their practices. Alerting the AKC may help them figure out if something unethical is occurring. These organizations may be able to send people out to investigate. There are websites you can submit complaints to about unethical breeding. On these sites, you can state the name of the breeder or kennel and share your story about why they are unethical breeders. Websites such as Complaints Board and Consumer Affairs allows you to post reviews on specific breeders, or make posts about the specific breeder under headings like "dog breeders" or "pet breeders." When you write a complaint post, you should provide specific information. Give the name of the breeder or kennel and the location, followed by a detailed description of why you believe they are unethical. Include things like their business practices, the state of the kennel, and the health of the puppies. These key things help distinguish ethical from unethical breeders.
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Reach out to your local animal control. Contact the Humane Society. Try other animal organizations. Report them to a complaint website.