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From ashes to fleece: in the wake of a tragedy, a shining example of compassion emerges

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The owner of Malden Mills, Aaron Feuerstein, showed his kindness and outstanding character when his business burned. He vowed to rebuild within three months and continued to pay employees a portion of their salaries in the interim. The fleece business is also discussed.

Author: Viehman, John
Publisher: Active Interest Media
Publication Name: Backpacker
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0277-867X
Year: 1996
Behavior, Fires, Textile industry, Feuerstein, Aaron, Malden Mills Industries Inc.

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Putting age on ice

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A backpacker describes the experience of ice climbing in New Hampshire. The challenge was a great one for someone not fond of precarious heights. However, once completed, the climb brought with it a feeling of accomplishment and of freedom.

Author: Viehman, John
Publisher: Active Interest Media
Publication Name: Backpacker
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0277-867X
Year: 1997
Snow and ice climbing, Ice climbing

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It's a tough job...

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New staff members joined older ones on a trip along the Appalachian Trail near Damascus, VA. They met 'thru-hikers' who appear to do nothing but hike. They also got to know the peculiarities of one another.

Author: Viehman, John
Publisher: Active Interest Media
Publication Name: Backpacker
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0277-867X
Year: 1992
Backpacking

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