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In This Issue
In the latest issue of YES Mag, join us on the trail of some of the world's strangest and most challenging races!
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8. Built for Birds
The flighty nature of birds makes them tricky subjects to study. Enter AFAR — the world’s first dedicated bird research facility.
10. Hot Shots
Working with molten glass requires more than just an artistic eye and a steady hand — glassblowers rely on chemistry to produce their colorful creations.
13. Extreme Racing
Competing in extreme races requires a willingness to put both mind and body to the test. Find out what makes extreme athletes tick as we explore some of the world’s strangest and most savage races.
22. The Yukon Quest
Come out into the cold as Emily and Yeshi head off on a dog-sled adventure through the frozen north.
24. Home Lab
Fancy your chances in a race? Make a couple of balloon-powered racers with a friend and find out who’s fastest.
Departments
4. Science and Technology Watch
• Carrot tans, bad fonts, and more!
26. Ask the Green Team
• Which Bag is Best?
27. 5 Things - The Rideau Canal
• Watermelon
28. Science Photo of the Month
• X-ray of a Ray
29 . Hot or Not
30. Comic Captions & Brain Bumpers
On The Cover
Just looking at this guy makes us tired! The 2011 Raid the North Extreme adventure race took place in the mountains of BC’s West Kootenays. Competitors spent seven days navigating 500 kilometers of rugged backcountry — biking, trekking, paddling, and even climbing. To make it to the finish line, athletes carried everything they needed to survive...including a whole lot of determination.
(Photo by Raven Eye Photography)
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