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Birthstone Charts

Birthstone Charts

Birthstone Charts Do you know all of your birthstones- Bet you didn't know you have more than one.

Modern Birthstones
  • January - Garnet
  • February - Amethyst
  • March - Aquamarine
  • April - Diamond
  • May - Emerald
  • June - Pearl
  • July - Ruby
  • August - Peridot
  • September - Sapphire
  • October - Opal
  • November - Topaz
  • December - Turquoise / Blue Zircon / Blue Topaz

    Traditional Birthstones
  • January - Garnet
  • February - Amethyst
  • March - Bloodstone
  • April - Diamond
  • May - Emerald
  • June - Alexandrite
  • July - Ruby
  • August - Sardonyx
  • September - Sapphire
  • October - Tourmaline
  • November - Citrine
  • December - Turquoise

    Cabochon Birthstones
  • January - Garnet
  • February - Amethyst
  • March - Bloodstone
  • April - Mother of Pearl
  • May - Green Onyx
  • June - Moonstone
  • July - Jasper
  • August - Carnelian
  • September - Lapis Lazuli
  • October - Opal
  • November - Citrine
  • December - Turquoise

    Zodiac Stones
  • Capricorn (Dec 22 - Jan 20) - Ruby
  • Aquarius (Jan 21 - Feb 21) - Garnet
  • Pisces (Feb 22 - March 21) - Amethyst
  • Aries (March 22 - April 20) - Bloodstone (Jasper)
  • Taurus (April 21 - May 21) - Sapphire
  • Gemini (May 22 - June 21) - Agate
  • Cancer (June 22 - July 22) - Emerald
  • Leo (July 23 - August 22) - Onyx
  • Virgo (August 23 - Sept 22) - Carnelian
  • Libra (Sept 23 - Oct 23) - Chrysolite (Peridot)
  • Scorpio (Oct 24 - Nov 21) - Aquamarine
  • Sagittarius (Nov 23 - Dec 21) - Topaz


    Birthstone Charts

    BIRTHSTONE MEANING
    January - Garnet: The Romans named this deep-red stone granatum, or pomegranate, because of its resemblance to the fruit's rare, jewel-like seeds. Symbolizing faith and courage, garnets are believed to intensify affection and nurture the imagination.
    February - Amethyst: A symbol of peace since ancient times, amethyst was once used to decorate the British crown jewels. Believed to promote tranquility, the stones are revered for their soothing characteristics.
    March - Aquamarine: Named from the Latin words for water and sea, aquamarines were once worn by sailors to protect against seasickness. Today, the translucent blue stone is a symbol of courage and everlasting youth.
    BIRTHSTONE MEANING April - Diamond: During the Italian Renaissance, diamonds came to represent divine love from the translation dio (God) and amante (love). Today, diamonds remain the ultimate symbol of everlasting devotion.
    May - Emerald : Due to its rich green hue, the ancients equated emeralds with spring and prized them as symbols of rebirth. The vibrant stones are believed to quicken the intelligence as well as the heart.
    June - Pearl: According to Arabic legend, pearls are formed when dewdrops fill with moonlight and fall into the ocean. The world's oldest known gem, pearls are believed to promote prosperity and long life.
    July - Ruby: Believed to promote balance in love and all spiritual endeavors, the ruby is not only the world's rarest gemstone, but also the one many consider to be the most passionate.
    August - Peridot/Sardonyx: Ancient Romans called peridot the "evening emerald", since its vivid green color does not darken at night. Once believed to drive away evil spirits, the stone is still considered a symbol of good luck.
    September - Sapphire: The ancients believed the earth rested on a giant sapphire, and its reflection colored the sky. Once worn by kings to protect against harm, today sapphires are believed to promote inner peace.
    October - Opal/Tourmaline: Shakespeare onced used opals as his muse, their luminous surfaces mirroring the wonder of the skies, rainbows, fireworks and lightening at once. Today, the stone is a symbol of both intuition and joy.
    November - Citrine/Yellow Topaz: Derived from the French word citron, meaning lemon, citrine is also known as the jewel of the sun. The golden stone has been aptly linked with light-heartedness, happiness and joy.
    December - Blue Topaz/Turquoise: The ancient greeks believed topaz had the power to increase strength and make its wearer invisible. Still considered a powerful stone, today this dazzling gem is also a symbol of rejuvenation and joy.

    White water rafting safety tips: required safety gear and tips

    White water rafting safety tips: required safety gear and tips

    White water rafting safety tips: required safety gear and tips Whitewater rafting is a fun sport for people of all ages. Safety gear keeps you and your friends safe as you paddle down the rapids during this increasingly popular activity.
    Paddling through rapids with new and old friends is a great way to spend a sunny morning or afternoon. However, whitewater rafting is a sport that is inherently dangerous. Since there is no single, federal agency that oversees safety, it is up to you and the tour company with which you raft to ensure your trip is a safe one.
    Following a few safety tips helps your trip be one in which you create happy memories and escape injuries.

    What you can do:
    1. Select a reputable rafting company - Most rafting companies will list their safety record on their Web sites and/or in their literature. If you have any questions about a company?s safety record, check with owner of the company, the local authorities who would have such statistics, or find another company with which to raft.
    2. Safety gear check: Most tour companies will give you the safety gear you need and would want, but it always is a good idea to check ahead of time. Additionally, it is smart to find out about the training the guides have, as well as what additional safety equipment they will have with them during your trip.
    3. Wear a Coast Guard Approved life jacket - life jackets keep you afloat should you be thrown out of the raft as you paddle over rapids. Make sure that you select and wear a jacket that fits properly. The jacket should be snug, but not tight. A proper fit ensures that the jacket will not slide up over your head when you are in the water.
    4. Protect your head - while not always required, wearing a helmet could be the difference between life and death if you are tossed out of the raft and hit your head on a rock. Helmets should sit taut on your head, be comfortable, and not slide back on your head or forward onto your face when pushed.
    5. Cover your feet - Old sandals or tennis shoes are essential for a safe rafting trip. When you are out of the raft, you will need to walk in water underneath which may lie sharp stones, shells, or other potentially dangerous objects. You will want to have shoes you can get wet in order to protect your feet from cuts and scratches.
    6. Drink plenty of liquids - Whitewater rafting is very fun and you may not even realize how much work it is. Combine the amount of exertion with the time you spend out in the sun and your body can become dehydrated very quickly. Be sure to carry along more water than you think you will need and to drink often (before you even are aware that you are thirsty). This will keep you healthy and feeling good throughout the trip and afterwards.

    ** Learn about your tour guides before the trip. Find out what kind of training your guides have and what types of equipment they take with them on trips.
    1. Most tour companies give guides waterproof two-way radios so that help can be called in an emergency.
    2. Guides often will take weather radios with them in order to listen in should the skies become threatening.
    3. Guides should be trained in making emergency rescues when participants are thrown from the boat into the water.
    4. First Aid training is a must for any tour guide. Some guides may have more extensive training and be classified as outdoor emergency care technicians ? something that allows them to treat more serious injuries that can occur out on the water.
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