Summer 2017 Newsletter

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Celebrating the
Chisholm Trail
in Clearwater
Members of the aptly-named Chisholm
Trail Saddle Club of Clearwater are
pictured as they hand-deliver Kansas
Governor Sam Brownback’s procla-
mation to Clearwater on May 5, 2017.
The proclamation—recognizing
2017 as the 150th anniversary of the
Chisholm Trail and urging all citizens
to celebrate and learn more about
the great history of Kansas—was
read by Mayor Burt Ussery.
Clearwater CT-150 Committee
organizers are taking this charge
seriously and are planning various
activities for the remainder of 2017.
Events depicting the days of the trail
will be held during the Clearwater
Fall Festival, September 14-17, 2017.
Also, a longhorn cattle drive will be
in the Clearwater area September
21 and 22. For more Chisholm Trail
150th Celebration information, go to
Protect Your Devices
During Outdoor Adventures
While you may love spending the summer hanging out at the beach
or hiking in the mountains, these types of outdoor adventures can
wreak havoc on your smartphone, tablet, or laptop. To protect your
devices from the elements while you’re enjoying the great outdoors,
follow these three tips:
1. Keep it cool.
Leaving a device in the sun too long leads to overheating, which can kill the battery. The
best strategy is to turn off all idle apps and only use your device in the shade. When not
in use, store it in a bag or under some towels to help keep it cool. It’s also a good idea to
use a cooling pad under your laptop when you're working outdoors, even if you don’t use
one at home. Increased temperatures mean even new laptops could easily overheat in the
summer sun.
2. Keep it dry.
Water is the biggest enemy of your devices, so it pays to get a waterproof (as opposed to
water resistant) case if you spend a lot of time on or near the water. There are case options
on the market for different types of devices including ones that let you use your smartphone
to take pictures underwater.
3. Keep it close.
You don’t want to accidentally drop your smartphone over the side of a boat or down a
mountainside while you’re busy taking a dramatic vacation photo. So consider getting a
lanyard strap to keep it securely tethered to you while you move about. If you’re camping,
double check to make sure all devices are inside the tent or camper—and not on the picnic
table—before turning in for the night.
With a little extra effort, you can safely take your favorite devices with
you as you enjoy your favorite outdoor places.