Thursday 3 December 2009

Snake Invaders and Geriatrc Ninjas


Florida is known as the Sunshine State, and its good weather makes it the retirement destination of many Americans. Florida's climate is also increasing the numbers of other new comers. Here are two reports from Steve Mort.


SNAKES DON'T NEED TO BE ON A PLANE TO WORRY AMERICANS
Steve Mort, FSN Florida Bureau

The strangling death of a two-year-old girl by a pet Burmese python in the U.S. state of Florida earlier this year has sparked public concern about the increasing number of large reptiles in the state. But one reptile expert is trying to quell the public's fear by bringing people and snakes together ... CLICK FOR REPORT



CANE FU, THE MARTIAL ART FOR GRANDPARENTS
Steve Mort, FSN Florida Bureau

Thousands of elderly Americans are learning a form of self-defence that uses a tool many of them already carry - a walking cane. According to some martial arts instructors, Cane Fu is growing in popularity among retirees ... CLICK FOR REPORT



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