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The mercury continues to drop as we close in on the final months of the year. Rather than lingering in the outdoors and soaking up fall’s elusive sunshine, people shuffle through the fallen leaves from one climate-controlled location to another. Crackling fires and spiced hot cider are quintessential autumn treats for warming up inside and out. But when it’s time to spend extended periods of time outdoors, it’s important to have the right outerwear.

“Happy Birthday, Marine!” is a refrain heard throughout the world each November. The birth of this revered fighting force is celebrated with great production, pomp, and tradition every November 10.

Professional conferences provide attendees with a variety of opportunities unavailable in their daily working lives. Not only can participants share and listen to presentations about new research and ongoing work that others in the field are doing, but they can also network with individuals they might not otherwise meet.