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E U S S I S I H T N I FEATURE ARTICLES
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Honor Flight Compiled by David Swartz with Jim Tholkes Summer in Estherville Compiled by Amy H. Peterson Woodyʼs Moves it Outside By Amy H. Peterson Campout! Emmet Countyʼs outdoor fun By Amy H. Peterson Summer Events Gruwell coauthors book By Amy H. Peterson
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Emmet County Veterans Steve Erickson, Dale Fisher and Jim Tholkes took part in the most recent Honor Flight Trip—an event that gives those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces the opportunity to see the monuments erected in their honor as well as those they fought and served beside.
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HONOR FLIGHT
H o n o r i ng o u r ve te ra n s
Editor’s note: Several Emmet County veterans have taken advantage of the Brushy Creek Honor Flights that provides an opportunity to honor those who fought for our nation to see the memorials erected in their honor in Washington D.C. Prior to this opportunity, many may have only seen pictures of these memorials. Jim Tholkes provides a personal perspective of the most recent honor flight with fellow Emmet County veterans Steve Erickson and Dale Fisher.
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It was my honor to be included in the Veterans Honor Flight to Washington, DC on Saturday, May 6. This program, designed for veter‐ ans to see the Memorial War Monuments in DC, had been going on for several years and making detail improve‐ Jim Tholkes met up with his daughter and grand- ment changes with each trip. daughter—Cindy Yaworskei and Cara Yaworske—in This was the 14th trip with another scheduled for mid‐ Washington D.C. during the honor flight. September with the flights June 2017 ß OUR HOMETOWN ßß 4
out of the Fort Dodge airport. While the primary area cov‐ ers the North Central coun‐ ties of Iowa, I doubt any qual‐ ifying veterans would be left out. This smaller program start‐ ed years ago in Ohio for WWII veterans. As numbers changed, they started to include Korean vets. We did have two or three WWII vets on this flight, who were very well cared for, and some
HONOR FLIGHT
Dale Fisher, Steve Erickson and Jim Tholkes represented Emmet County on the most recent honor flight. Korean, but not mostly Viet Nam vets. This is a long one day trip with the well planned full agenda on a schedule with the three buses running on the minute and all the stops with view of monuments kept on tight schedule even on our day of rain from sprinkles to showers as this day was. There were two and sometimes three Park Police vehicles and sometimes three clearing the way to keep the buses together. Ponchos were on hand and well furnished and needed. As all the flights are full, 162 passenger Boeing 7373 planes from Sun Country Airlines, we had 145 veterans, a doctor, three nurses, couple photographers, a reporter and some members of the all‐ volunteer staff. Thanks to all! Many local area businesses and people are to be thanked for their donations of items and funds to make these trips avail‐ able free to the veterans. I didn’t have my hands in my pockets for money all day. The agenda is down to the minute. After all this is the military—“HUT‐HO.” Thanks for the volunteer committee and staff that work the details to make these trips perfect. Sincerely, James Tholkes, Korean Estherville
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SUMMER FUN
Summer in Estherville
Estherville Public Library Summer Reading Program
The theme for the 2017 Children’s Summer Reading Program is Build a Better World. The program begins June 1 and runs through June 24. Children birth to fourth grade (Fall 2017) are invit‐ ed to participate with online registra‐ tion any time. Each child will receive a game board and win prizes based on a combination of reading and library experiences. Game Board prizes include: pencils, books, and food coupons. Return com‐ pleted game boards on or before June 24 to receive tickets to The Finale. The back of the game board has a calendar of all children’s summer reading pro‐ gram activities as events are held on varying date and times. Students who will be in 5th grade this fall through 12th grade are invited to participate and can register online. This year’s participants will complete a BINGO game board in order to win prizes which include free books and a chance to win a $25 VISA gift card. Crafts and activities will be held on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons for those who want to attend, which will include Needle Felting, Tea Blending, Makey Makey Controllers, and Basic Clothing Repair. Don’t worry, adults. You’re not left out. No registration is required. Turn in a slip for each book you read, and you’re entered in that week’s drawing. Not sure where to start? Estherville News Staff has compiled a list of 2017s best summer reading books based on recommendations from Publisher’s Weekly, Woman’s Day, Refinery 29, and TheWeek.
For kids: Picture Books Independence Cake: A Revolutionary Confection Inspired by Amelia Simmons, Whose True History Is Unfortunately Unknown by Deborah Hopkinson, illus.
by Giselle Potter (Random House/Schawartz & Wade) Hopkinson serves up a historical picture book inspired by Amelia Simmons, author of the first American cookbook. This 18th‐ century tale follows orphan Simmons from her stint as a housemaid to the baking of her confectionary tribute for President Washington. Goldfish Ghost by Lemony Snicket, Illus. by Lisa Brown (Roaring Book/Porter) Snicket (Creator of the young adult A Series of Unfortunate Events) turns the childhood pet story belly up in this poignant look at the afterlife of a goldfish, while Brown’s muted watercolor‐and‐ink art reflects the somber tone. The Seashore Book by Charlotte Zolotow, Illus. by Wendell Minor (Charlesbridge) Zolotow’s second‐per‐ son narration invites readers to join a mother and son—who has never experi‐ enced the ocean—in their daydream of an afternoon at the beach. The classic picture book, illustrated with Minor’s
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crisp gouaches and watercolor, finds a new generation of readers in this 25th anniversary edition.
Middle Grades DogMan, A Tale of Two Kitties by Dav Pilkey, creator of Captain Underpants (Graphix) In the third of this comic‐style series for middle graders, the epony‐ mous hero is half‐dog, half‐man. Plus he’s a cop, whose nemesis is a cat crimi‐ nal named Petey. Tumble & Blue by Cassie Beasley (Dial) Friendship and fate intertwine as Tumble Wilson and Blue Montgomery set out to undo their ancestors’ curse and face a deadly alligator, in Beasley’s new tale. 5 Worlds: The Sand Warrior by Mark Siegel and Alexis Siegel, illus. by Xanthe Bouma, Matt Rockefeller, and Boya Sun (Random House) Immersive world building, explosive action, and sharp social insight distinguish this graphic series opener from the Siegel brothers, about a young trio fighting to save five planets from extinction. The key to their salvation lies in lighting five magical bea‐
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Young Adult Flame in the Mist by Renée Ahdieh (Putnam) Ahdieh’s fantasy series kicks off as 17‐year‐old Mariko, the daughter of a respected samurai, survives an assassination attempt and seeks revenge by infiltrating a notorious gang under the guise of a boy. The Pearl Thief by Elizabeth Wein (Hyperion) In this prequel to Code Name Verity, Lady Julia Beaufort‐Stuart is look‐ ing forward to a lazy summer break at her grandfather’s Scottish estate, when a suspicious accident and a disappear‐ ance set her on the course for intrigue. The Lines We Cross by Randa Abdel‐ Fattah (Scholastic) Abdel‐Fattah’s time‐ ly, issue‐driven romance, first released in Australia, explores the subject of immi‐ gration through the budding relation‐ ship between Michael, the son of nation‐ alist parents, and Mina, an Afghan
refugee. Last of the Giants by Jeff Campbell, illus. by Adam Grano (Zest Books) Readers will be enthralled by this account of animals that have gone extinct or nearly extinct in the past five hundred years. A perfect summer read for environmentally minded teens and anyone that enjoys fascinating nonfiction.
Grownups Instead of binge watching a compelling series, why not spend the summer binge reading? These are the books the writers and bloggers our newsroom watchers recommend. As reporters, unfortunate‐ ly, we don’t have a lot of time to luxuri‐ ate in a pithy book, so we depend on you to tell us what you think. Mr. Rochester by Sarah Shoemaker (Hachette) Were you that girl who just loved Mr. Darcy? If you ever wondered about the backstory of the man whom Jane Eyre teaches to love again, this one
is wish fulfillment. Is it made up? Sure, but so is Jane Eyre, and the story in the original novel takes on a 21st century swoon after this. A Book of American Martyrs by Joyce Carol Oates (Ecco) The classic JCO has a new one out this year. The story of two families in a midwestern community, A Book Of American Martyrs chronicles what happens after an abortion care provider is murdered in a small Ohio town. Urgent and epic, this fictional work is also an important interrogation of how issues divide neighbors — and our nation — today Theft by Finding by David Sedaris (Hachette)The diaries of bestselling author and comedian David Sedaris that span over 40 years are published here for the first time. The light autobio‐ graphical essays recall the daily observa‐ tions and events in his life in his familiar sardonic tone.
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BUSINESS
Dan and Sandy Breyfogle stand at the counter of the reinvented Brey’s store at 18 N. Seventh St. in Estherville. The “Historic Site” sign behind Sandy tells about Dan’s father Melvin S. Breyfogle, who started Brey’s Radio at the location in 1947. The business was first established as a radio and later a TV repair shop. It was in continuos operation until the day of Melvin’s death on July 18, 2016. Behind Dan is a picture of Melvin with one of his old‐time radios. June 2017 ß OUR HOMETOWN ßß 8
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Brey’s still on Seventh Brey’s on Seventh opened on a Thursday afternoon in May. The Breyfogles have created a gener� al store with coffees and other items formerly sold at Heartland Americana, as well as cards and gifts made by local crafters, and other finds and treasures. The Breyfogles plan a larger grand opening this summer.
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Woody’s moves it outside by Amy H. Peterson, apeterson@esthervillenews.net
They say there's noth‐ ing new under the sun, and in Estherville that seems never more true than at Woody's Pizza on Central Avenue. Woody's has been a mainstay since 1962 and was one of the first pizza places in rural north Iowa. Last time we sampled the offerings at Woody's, it was Christmas time, 2015. We were happy to return in warmer weather to experience the patio. Becca Bates says Woody's is the only restaurant with outdoor dining. The patio has a tiki bar, and white resin chairs and tables. Two girls were playing corn hole on the patio on the warm, May night we were there. On a week‐ night, Woody's had a family atmosphere with two long tables full of birthday partygoers. Multiple generations enjoyed the night with
peanuts on the floor, beverages flowing, and steaming trays of classic, thin‐crust pizza and hot appetizers. Woody's is also well‐ known for its communi‐ ty impact. Over the years, through auction nights, individual donors, sponsorships, and more, Woody's Charities has given tens of thousands of dollars to a fund that helps area citizens in need. Bates said, "Woody's Charities
provides assistance to anyone who is afflicted with a degenerative dis‐ ease, or has an unfore‐ seen medical issue. We assist with any requests for cost not covered by insurance or govern‐ ment programs. Some ways Woody's Charities have helped is buying air conditioners and chair lifts." On to the food: We had our pick of an appetizer platter and chose onion rings, poppers, fries, and
mozzarella sticks. My dining partner thought the onion rings were just right. It was almost like they were air fried, though I don't think that's the case. They had a healthy coating of breading and some air between the coating and the soft‐cooked but still flavorful onion. The mozzarella sticks don't melt all over the place, but stay in stick form when you bite into them. They're perfect dipped in marinara sauce. The fries are rolled in a batter before being deep fried, which helps them keep their shape and a bit of crunch. The poppers, we think, are made with red bell peppers instead of jalapeños, which is fine, but those who really want the traditional taste should be advised. I'm not as much for pure heat in food as my din‐
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WOODY’S ing partner is, so I really liked them. The breading is also infused with some heat and spice, which helped keep the pop in the poppers. There was some sweetness, of course, in the roasting/frying of the red pepper. The cream cheese mixture had an excellent texture. Then the main course: we had a small Woody's special. Classic, with spheres of classic sausage, juicy mush� rooms, a bit of spice to the pepperoni, and plen� ty of oozing cheese on top of Woody's vintage crispy cracker crust. There's not much to say about a Woody's pizza that has not already been said except, "Yowza." What is it about that sauce. I think I've said before, I have the highest standards when it comes to pizza. I've had the quintessen� tial pizzas of New York, Boston and Chicago. I've
had pizza made by Greeks in Florida, and by Italians at Old Post Road Pizza in Darien, Connecticut. None of that beats El Fredo's or Tony's in Sioux City. The Chicago pizza is a double thick crust with a whole lot of stuff packed in and piled on. Little Italy in New York brings a pizza that's kind of a cross with a calzone. Boston Italians bring a fresh� tomato�tasting sauce and what I consider a miserly amount of cheese. I suppose there are not many cows in Massachusetts, though
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A challenge in the summer is getting everyone off their devices and into nature. Or maybe you’re an experienced outdoors person who would rather build a fire than send a Tweet. Nature offers one of the most reliable boosts to your mental and physical well� being. Just a few of those benefits are improved short� term memory, restored men� tal energy, stress relief, reduced inflammation, better vision, improved concentra� tion, sharper thinking and creativity, improved immune system, and even longer life. For the three sites operated by Emmet County Conservation, no reserva� tions are taken. It’s first come, first served. All three sites are located next to a body of water.
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Ft. Defiance State Park
timbers used to build cabins. Geography: The Iowa Department of Natural Resources offers Fort Defiance State Park's 221 acres of rugged woodland provide a beautiful contrast to the surFt. Defiance State Park for primitive camping. rounding, gently rolling farmlands. The parks trails, Description Fort Defiance State Park is named for the fort that picnic areas and scenic overlooks provide a great once stood in the nearby community of Estherville. place to relax. Its lush cover of vegetation includes hawthorn, plum, locust and many species of the In the mid-19th century there was considerable concern among the settlers about the possibility of state tree, the oak. In the spring, the slopes are speckled with trillium, bloodroot, hepatica and vioattacks by hostiles. In March of 1857, forty men, lets. A small native prairie with native grasses and women and children were massacred near Spirit Lake and Okoboji. In 1862, a wounded 15-year old flowers, including the endangered prairie bush boy stumbled into town with the story of an Indian clover, thrives on a secluded knoll. Several massacre in Jackson, Minnesota. This brought ter- restored prairie areas are also found within the boundaries of the park. ror into the community and Captain W.H. Ingham Recreation: and Company A of the Northern Border Brigade Trails were dispatched to Estherville to construct Fort Several trails take you around the park and Defiance. The townspeople eventually moved into through the hills, prairies, and woodlands that the enclosure but the feared Indian attack never came. Over time, the fort was taken apart and the make up Fort Defiance. The trail system includes 6.24 miles of multi-use trails. Equestrian use is June 2017 ß OUR HOMETOWN ßß 16
CAMPING allowed on 5.05 miles of the trails. During winter months the park is a popular place for cross country skiing with 2.13 miles of groomed trails and 0.59 miles of nongroomed trail on the newly constructed Whitetail Ridge Interpretive Trail. Fort Defiance is located just 1 1/2 miles west of the West Fork of the Des Moines River with boat ramp access to the Emmet County Water Trail. Facilities: Picnicking/Shelter/Lodge A day-use lodge, constructed in the style of an old army outpost, is an excellent place for group
gatherings such as reunions and wedding receptions. The lodge may be reserved online. An open shelter is available on a firstcome, first-served basis at no cost. Camping Fort Defiance State Park has a 16-site non-modern campground. No showers or flush toilets are present. However, electrical hookups are available at eight sites. All camping permits are obtained through self-registration at the campground. Reservations are not accepted for this campground.
Nearby Attractions: Estherville is one mile northeast on Hwy 9. Spirit Lake is 13 miles northwest. Milford is 19 miles southwest and Okoboji is eighteen miles west. 43.39167, -94.86556 43°23'30"N, 94°51'56"W Highway 9 west of Estherville, turn south on 360th Ave. Go 1½ miles to the west entrance of the park. Fees: $14/night electric, $9 nonelectric,
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EVENTS
Summer in Estherville Summer happenings in Estherville JUNE 1 Opening night of 2017 Estherville Downtown Market 1 Summer T‐Ball begins 2 Emmet County Relay for Life 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Library Square 3 Second annual Bike for a Cure 3 Youth Fishing Day – fun filled day of fishing for ages 8‐15 at Jordet’s Pond 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 5 Bricks & Bots Summer 2017 Tech Camp 6 ISU Insect Zoo –
Estherville Public Library 6 Swim Team practice begins 8 Estherville Downtown Market 4:30‐6:30 p.m. 9‐10 Estherville UMC Chancel Choir Bake Sale 15 Estherville Downtown Market 4:30‐6:30 p.m.
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17 Vendor/craft fair for Estherville UMC Chancel Choir 21 The Longest Day – put‐ ting jigsaw puzzles together at VFW 22 EmCo. Making Optimal Changes for Successful Youth
EVENTS 22 Estherville Downtown Market 4:30‐6:30 p.m. 24 Estherville Public Library Lego League 26 Estherville Community Dinners 5 ‐7 p.m. VFW 29 Estherville Downtown Market 4:30‐6:30 p.m. 30 Space Story Time at Estherville Public Library JULY 1 Estherville Downtown Market 9 a.m.‐12 p.m. 4 Armstrong events 4 Flight breakfast 6 Estherville Downtown Market 4:30‐6:30 p.m. 8 Estherville Downtown Market 9 a.m.‐12 p.m. 13 Estherville Downtown Market 4:30‐6:30 p.m. 15 Estherville Downtown Market 9 a.m.‐12 p.m. 20 Estherville Downtown Market 4:30‐6:30 p.m. 22 Estherville Downtown Market 9 a.m.‐12 p.m. 24 Estherville Community Dinner 5‐7 p.m. VFW Answer to crossword on Page 24
27 Emmet County Agricultural Show (Emmet Co. Fairgrounds) 27 Estherville Downtown Market 4:30‐6:30 p.m. 28 Emmet County Agricultural Show (Emmet Co. Fairgrounds)
29 Emmet County Agricultural Show (Emmet Co. Fairgrounds) 29 Estherville Downtown Market 9 a.m.‐12 p.m. 30 Emmet County Agricultural Show (Emmet Co. Fairgrounds)
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Keeping our rivers clean A new Iowa Department of Natural Resources campaign is designed to improve people's behavior on Iowa rivers. Landowners and recreational paddlers have been complaining to DNR staff about "Rude behavior, foul language and loud music." "We need support locally to report problems and hold individuals accountable for their behavior." said DNR Director, Chuck Gipp. The DNR is increasing law enforcement on rivers to reduce illegal activity. Rental companies distribute materials to help paddlers report illegal activities they see. Boat and tube rental liveries are being supplied with new river trash sacks, posters and stickers to help spread the word and promote a better ethic of on-river use, especially in the summer months. Littering is another significant problem on some rivers, especially at access points, and the DNR will be distributing blue mesh bags that people can take with them and pick up litter as they go.
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It has been a big year for Mark Gruwell, owner of LearnAcre. The company was the first occupant of Studio 12 in the second floor of the Excel Building in downtown Estherville. As facilitator of the Iowa STEM Council Computer Science Workgroup, said, “Our overall goal is to expose students as much as we can to computer science, and find a way to create a computer science pathway from pre-K through college so we can get students involved in and train them to go into computer science.” And Gruwell is co-author of a book, in print and in e-book form, that sets out a kindergarten through high school (K12) computer science framework. The K–12 Computer Science Framework is a high-level guide for states, districts, and organizations implementing computer science education. Rather than an exhaustive list of computer science topics, the framework represents the essential ideas in computer science for all students. The framework is not a set of standards; rather, it provides an organizing structure and guid- nized frameworks ance for states and school dis- 6) Inspire implementation tricts to create their own stanThe K–12 Computer Science dards. The framework also Framework represents a vision informs curriculum and profesin which all students engage in sional development. the concepts and practices of computer science. Beginning The principles guiding the in the earliest grades and conFramework’s development tinuing through 12th grade, include: students will develop a founda1) Broaden participation in tion of computer science computer science knowledge and learn new 2) Focus on the essential approaches to problem solving 3) Do not reinvent the wheel that harness the power of com4) Inform with current putational thinking to become research and guide future both users and creators of comresearch puting technology. By apply5) Align to national recoging computer science as a tool June 2017 ß OUR HOMETOWN ßß 22
for learning and expression in a variety of disciplines and interests, students will actively participate in a world that is increasingly influenced by technology. The K–12 Computer Science Framework envisions a future in which students n critically engage in public discussion on computer science topics; n develop as learners, users, and creators of computer science knowledge and artifacts; n better understand the role of computing in the world around them; and
n learn, perform, and express themselves in other subjects and interests. Gruwell started programming in high school and continued through college, where the Florida Bandmasters Association recognized him for creating BandBase, an app that automates scheduling and other processes for district and statewide music festivals. When Mark was chief academic officer of Iowa Lakes Community College, he led efforst to create and implement the college’s Computer Gaming Design & Development program. He teaches summer computer camps, and designs apps that assist colleges with advising, adjunct faculty scheduling & credentialing, and accreditation. Far beyond a tech and curriculum manual, the K-12 Framework provides advice for the social implications of the digital world, including equity and access to computing. “Computer science is collaborative,” Gruwell said. One of the core practices for student learning by the end of grade 12 is this: By the end of grade 12, students should be able to: 1) Include the unique perspectives of others and reflect on one’s own perspectives when designing and developing computational products (consider the use of a game, app, program or piece of hardware from various points of view); 2) Address the needs of diverse end-users during the design process to produce artifacts with broad accessibility and usability (make sure it is designed for optimal use by the greatest variety of people,
GRUWELL FACT BOX Local students have the chance to expand their high tech learning this summer with Bricks & Bots Summer Tech camp happening June 5 at the RWC. Contact person is Jenny Nitchals at 712-209-0244 and the cost is $65. An adventure for young students, Bricks & Bots is an introduction to robotics using the WeDO 2.0 kit from Lego Education. Campers will work in groups on the projects. Iowa Lakes Community College TRIO Talent Search is sponsoring STEM Camp with the theme Wonders of the World June 13-16 for students currently in grades 6 and 7. Camp is limited to 88 students. TRIO Talent Search students have registration priority and can attend free. For other students the charge is $229. Students stay in the dorms on the Estherville campus. Contact person is Monica Rosacker at mrosacker@iowalakes.edu
keeping in mind culture, gender, education, possible disability, etc.) 3 Employ self-and-peer-advocacy to address bias in interactions, product design, and development methods (make sure their own accessibility needs, and those of others involved, are considered, and ensure there is consideration of a diverse set of ideas.) Students might learn strategies for including all team members’ ideas, such as trying to draw out the opinions of the quieter collaborators when creating an app or a robot, for example. The goal is that students will go beyond learning computers to learning how to work in our world, and some of how the world works. The Framework is a nearly-300-page book, measuring 8.5 x 11 inches, and addresses computer science education by concept and practice. It’s meant to be used by school boards and districts, teachers, administrators, and others. Part of the audience for the book is leaders of informal education organizations, like after school programs, summer camps, and more. By one estimate, seven million students have access to after school STEM learning opportunities, like the nationwide Girls Who Code. Estherville Lincoln Central School District has jumped into the curve of increasing access to computer science learning by starting a one-to-one Chromebook program in the middle and high schools, supporting the coding and robotics clubs, and partnering with Iowa Lakes Community College for further 801 Central technical learning opportunities.
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Giraffe have thick and sticky saliva that protects it from the thorny branches of the acacia tree.
Giraffe stinks. Their long neck does little help in grooming, so they secrete chemicals from skin and coat to repel bacteria and disinfect the skin to prevent fungi and bacteria growth and this chemical is unpleasant to smell.
Giraffes are picky eaters; they only choose the most nutritious leaves. Giraffe can adapt their diet depending on the plant or tree species available in each region. Source: http://factsd.com/giraffe-facts/
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