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McHenry Plaindealer (McHenry, IL), 15 Mar 1978, p. 38

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SUPPLEMENT TO McHENRY PLAINDEALER - PAGE 10 - WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15, 1978 Entertafmment and education . . . World's largest marine life park is fascinating fun for all ^ORLANDO, FI a . -- Central Florida has a marine life park that is actually three worlds in one, involving not only entertainment for the almost 2.5 million visitors each year, hut also education for 80,000 school students from Florida and the Eastern United States, and research performed at the marine life park that is daily advancing man's knowledge of the ocean and its inhabitants. Central Florida's Sea World is the largest of the three Sea World parks in the United States. Its 125 acres include a wide variety of ex­ citing shows and unusual ex­ hibits. The park's superstar is the world famous killer whale "Shamu," who stars in his latest show, "Shamu Goes to College." The performance by the 7.500 pound whale is not only entertaining, but also provides an opportunity for the audience to learn about the lifestyle and intri­ cate social behavior of killer whales. A spoof on television game shows is the theme for the thrilling performance of the Atlantic Bottlenosed Dol­ phin in the "Game-Game Game" show. Performing sea lions and otters join "El Google," the elephant seal, in the "Ding- a-Ling Brothers Circus" show. Watching these intelligent animals perform is only part of the Sea World story. The park invites guests to "get close" to the animals at special areas designed for feeding and petting dolphin and Japanese deer, feeding sea lions and seals, holding a live starfish, crab, sea urchin or anemone, and observing and feeding some of the hun­ dreds of waterfowl. The world's largest man- made coral reef is the basis for the "Creation of a Reef" narrated by Lloyd Bridges. SCHOOL'S OPEN--Shamu rings the school bell to open classes officially at Ocean University at Sea World of Florida. The high jump is just one of the many spectacular performances in the killer whale's new show "Shamu Goes to College.'" The 175.000 gallon aquarium is home for more than 600 specimens of marine life in the ocean's coral reefs. The world's favorite comic book characters come to life in the "Salute to the Superheroes" water ski show presented at the Sea World Atlantis Theatre. Batman, Wonder Woman, Superman and the other superheroes perform speed- skiing, kite flying, ski jump­ ing, boat racing, aqua ballet and even magic in this aqua­ tic extravaganza. Other themed areas at Sea World include the Japanese Village, where Ama divers recreate the almost lost art of pearl diving, and where vis­ itors can purchase a real pearl-bearing oyster. The Hawaiian Village fea­ tures authentic Polynesian entertainment and dining in a south seas island setting. Behind the show areas are located the Sea World re­ search facilities where the park's team of experts are in­ volved in projects to enable scientists around the world to VYCITALS HARDWARE 1228 N. Green St., McHen HANK COME IN MP BROWSE No Charge For Gift Wrapping learn more about the animals that live in the oceans. One such program is the Beached Animal Rescue Team, on call 24 hours-a-day to come to the aid of a marine mammal in distress on the Florida coasts. In this project Sea World works closely with the Coast Guard. Florida Marine Patrol and the Department of Natu­ ral Resources. Admission to Sea World is $6.75 for adults, $4.75 for children under 12, with chil­ dren under four admitted free. It takes about six hours to see all of the shows and exhibits in the theme park and guided tours are availa­ ble that include the research facilities. Sea World is located near Orlando at the intersection of Interstate 4 and the Bee Line Expressway, six miles east of Walt Disney World. Running, jogging feet need extra attention! If you're planning to get in step with the fast-growing na­ tional pastime of running for exercise and fitness, or even if you're a seasoned runner, it 's important to consider two things to make this activity totally beneficial: your feet. Sperial rare Since feet are under extra pressure during a running- jogging program, they need special care, according to Maurita Robarge, professor of kinesiology at the Univer­ sity of Wisconsin-LaCrosse, and consultant to Scholl, the foot care people. Here are some pedi-jog pointers suggested by the ex­ pert for running feet: • The best way to run is "flatfooted." If you run on your toes or with only the balls of your feet touching the ground, you're putting ex­ cessive strain on the muscles and tendons of your ankles and legs, notes Ms. Robarge. • Be sure to buy good- quality running shoes and then give the feet the extra comfort insurance of a cush­ ioned insole. When running or jogging, feet absorb the greatest shock, and should be well protected, especially if you're running on cement sidewalks or other hard sur­ faces. • Before starting your daily jog, take a few minutes to warm up muscles. One of the best ways to stretch and loosen leg mus­ cles is by walking around the house (or to »he jogging course) in Exercise Sandals. The toe-gripping action of the sandal is a great way to help firm up and tone leg muscles for running. • Warm up also with a few quick toe-touches and low jumps, to get feet, legs and heart ready for the run. • Just as important as warming up before running is cooling down after your run. Don't just stop abruptly, but walk slowly for the last block or two to give your blood a chance to circulate normally again. • Another follow-up to running or jogging: gently massage your legs and feet. If they've had a long work-out, feet will benefit from a deep massage with a softening lo­ tion. • If you're starting a run­ ning program, you might notice some red rub spots on toes or heels. To prevent callouses, corns or blisters from form­ ing, protect these areas with specially treated pads that will act as a buffer and make your running easier. Relax! An important foot note for all joggers from the Scholl expert is--relax. Remem­ ber, you're not running a race, but rather, working to improve your health. Let your mind run free; keep your body loose, and let it react naturally to the run­ ning experience. Tennis anyone? Shop Smartly for Easter Gifting. . . Also. . . Wedding, Shower, Birthday Party, Housewarming, Anniversary Visit Us First ! You will be surprised at the large selection of gifts we have, to offer. 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