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Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities (Schedule of Gain or Loss on Derivative Contracts) (Details)

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Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities (Schedule of Gain or Loss on Derivative Contracts) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2016
Mar. 31, 2015
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]    
Net gain (loss) on fair value adjustments $ (8,648) $ (7,914)
Total gain (loss) on derivative contracts (932) 2,429
Crude Oil [Member] | Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]    
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]    
Net gain on settlements 7,507 9,952
Net gain (loss) on fair value adjustments (9,137) (7,789)
Total gain (loss) on derivative contracts (1,630) 2,163
Natural Gas [Member] | Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]    
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]    
Net gain on settlements 209 391
Net gain (loss) on fair value adjustments 489 (125)
Total gain (loss) on derivative contracts $ 698 $ 266