Alter your position so that you can swing your net into the cycle of a dragonfly's flight pattern. Move smoothly and carefully to avoid disturbing the dragonflies. Continue to keep your net concealed for as long as possible. (They can get spooked if they see a net.) If a dragonfly sees a net approaching, they are likely to change direction. To avoid this, swing at dragonflies from the rear. This means you will be moving your net in the same direction they are flying. It will likely take several tries to capture a dragonfly. Just try to have fun with the process! Use your hand to gather the net above where the dragonfly was collected. Place the gathered section above a wide-mouthed glass jar. Turn the net inside out to deposit the dragonfly in the jar, and replace the lid. Be sure to poke a few small holes in the lid ahead of time.

Summary: Move slowly and deliberately. Swing from behind. Transfer your dragonfly into a glass jar.

Take some time to run through your speech a few times. Check it for timing and trim if necessary. Ask for feedback from a friend. This will ensure that you're comfortable with the speech and you'll be able to relax a bit. Memorize the first sentence of your speech. This will help you overcome anxiety of starting out the speech strongly. Bring a hard copy of your speech with you as well. If you are using any visual aids such as PowerPoint, test your technology to make sure everything is hooked up correctly and is working. Many people get a dry mouth when they are speaking, so be sure to bring some water with you. Take a small sip just before you start speaking. If you are giving a brief speech, you likely won't need to drink any water in the middle of your speech. If your speech is longer, then you might want to find a good moment to pause and take a small sip. Don't gulp the water down; you will risk spilling it on your shirt or making yourself cough. Start your speech with a strong voice. Make sure your body language projects confidence. Stand tall with your shoulders back and your head high. Take some deep breaths before the speech starts in order to calm your body and mind. Don't start your speech with a comment such as, "I'm sorry if this speech seems disorganized," or "I apologize for my nervousness." The audience will only know it if you tell them. If you act prepared and organized, your audience will assume that you are. Look out into the audience while you're speaking. If you feel shy or embarrassed about looking at people, choose a spot just above the audience's heads or a point on the back wall. It is more difficult for the audience to pay attention when you are only reading directly from your paper. Instead, look up frequently to assess the audience's engagement with your material.

Summary: Rehearse your speech beforehand. Test your technology beforehand. Have a glass of water nearby. Start with a confident voice and body language. Don't start off with apologies. Maintain eye contact with the audience. Don't just read from your paper.

Thermal or silk long underwear do a great job of wicking moisture away from your body. These can be worn under almost any outfit to help you stay dry and warm. Thermal knits are usually made from either fleece or a cotton and polyester blend. Silk underwear may provide a sleeker outfit underneath form-fitting clothes. If you're not going to be wearing long underwear, choose an undershirt that will help keep you dry. Look for naturally moisture-resistant materials like merino wool, or athletic fabrics like polypropylene. Avoid wearing cotton next to your skin. When you sweat, cotton will retain the moisture, creating a damp layer against your skin which will actually make you feel more cold. If you don't have long-underwear, keep your legs warm by wearing a thin layer beneath your pants. This layer can be tights, leggings, or even another pair of pants, as long as they're thin enough so that your pants still fit comfortably. If you're wearing heavy pants like corduroys, a pair of tights will likely be sufficient to keep you warm. For thinner, dressier pants, a pair of fleece-lined leggings will help keep your legs from getting cold. Your socks shouldn't be so thick that they interfere with putting on your shoes, but you should wear the thickest socks that you find comfortable. Woolen socks are a good option because they help keep moisture away from your body. Your socks should be long enough to be pulled up over your base layer to ensure no cold air can touch your skin. If it's really cold out, try wearing 2 pairs of socks.

Summary: Wear long underwear if you have them. Wear an undershirt made from moisture-wicking fabric. Wear tights or leggings under your pants for added warmth. Protect your feet with thick, long socks.

Any words printed within 12 inch (1.3cm) of the crease will become part of the binding and therefore be impossible to read.
Summary: Make sure you have 12 inch (1.3cm) of margin, if your pages are printed.