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1619 Afton Mountain Road Brick home in Afton on 1.74 acres, located only minutes to wineries, brewery and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Home features 3 BR, 1.5 BA, large family room with gas fireplace and a dining room with woodburning fireplace and a full unfinished basement. Oversized workshop/garage on the property. $245,000 452 Perry Lane Panoramic view! Well-built 2 BR, 2 BA mountain cabin with huge rock fireplace. Soaring 17-foot ceiling in living room, wood-paneled walls throughout, hardwood or tile floors and 7 x 32 screened porch on the view side. The 78.9-acre property is mostly growing forest and laced with foot and 4-wheeler trails. The rock fireplace is a perfect gathering place on cool evenings. If you covet a 4-season mountain view, visit this property! Easy +/– 30-minute drive to Charlottesville. $495,000 687 Adial Road What is on your wish list? Water, views, acreage, proximity to Charlottesville? Look no further! Own 56 scenic acres with around 2,000 feet of Rockfish River frontage, phenomenal mountain views, plenty of open pasture for horses/livestock, and a classic farmhouse with barns. Multiple division rights and river and mountain view building sites. 30 minutes to Charlottesville and 5 minutes to Nellysford shops and Wintergreen Resort activities. A-1 zoning offers opportuntities such as farm, winery, brewery, etc. $649,900 3450 Ennis Mountain Road Board your own horses! Own 8 acres with fenced pastures, barn, run-in sheds, pool, and a custom home perched on a knoll overlooking the farm and mountains. Bright, open flow with window prow, cathedral ceiling, wood floors and ceiling, gourmet kitchen, 3 BR with private baths, sunroom, 2 stone fireplaces, porch, deck, attached and detached garage/workshop, paved drive. Nearly 100K in recent improvements; 20–25 minutes to Staunton and Charlottesville/UVA. $675,000

Mill Creek School Lane Stellar quality, top of the world views! A rare opportunity to own open land well up into the Blue Ridge. Elevation of 3,200+ allows for expansive views. Historically, Mountain Field Farm has been grazing lands. State road frontage, a spring-fed stock tank and some fencing converge to create a beautiful 65-acre offering. $425,000 Saddleback Lot 8 This gorgeous 7.9acre lot has it all! Year-round views of the Blue Ridge, pond and vineyard views and within walking distance to beautiful Veritas Vineyard and Winery. Great building access and several “perfect sites”" for your dream home. Stroll down and enjoy “Starry Nights” at the winery or even plant a small vineyard yourself! 20–30 minutes to Charlottesville, Waynesboro, Nellysford and all of the amenities of the Route 151 corridor. $249,000 Patrick Henry Highway parcel Blue Ridge views don’t get any more spectacular than from this 5.4-acre property! With a historic old cottage (as is) and a tobacco barn, as well as pasture, mature plantings, a bold creek and a strong spring, it is the perfect spot for a full-time home or a cabin for getaways and recreation. Several building sites with good access. Close to Wintergreen, Nellysford, breweries, wineries, shops and restaurants and just 40–45 minutes to Charlottesville or Lynchburg. $92,000

Stoney Creek 128 Club Highland Beautiful Wintergreen golf-course home features mountain, pond and golf course views, 3 BR and 2 BA. Great room has vaulted ceiling and floor-to-ceiling windows. First-floor master suite offers a large bay window, a full master bath with soaking tub, double sinks, separate shower and walk-in closet. Gorgeous rear deck with slate patio, garden and magnificent views. Granite and stainless steel in the kitchen. Recent interior paint. $375,000

1276 Monocan Drive This 1.46-acre homesite has more advantages than most. Located behind the 2nd green of the Monocan nine, it has commanding views of the golf course and mountains. Along one side is an audible creek. Full of cedars, flowering pears and redbuds, so that with selected clearing for the house, mature landscaping and privacy are already in place. Short drive to clubhouse and lake. $120,000

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Superb value for an easy to build, gently sloping lot with seasonal mountain views. The location is very lightly trafficked which translates into peace and solitude. Public water and sewer available. Less than a five minutes to golf, tennis, skiing, dining, and spa services. Reduced! $47,000. Contact Brian Chase. www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (506690) UC

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Beautiful unspoiled natural setting. This is listed as lot #100 on the map and sits on a quiet cul-de-sac location with no through traffic. Enjoy nature, lots of mountain laurels and hike to the Shamokin Springs Falls! The gentle slope of the lot allows for incredible Gorge Views! Have Shenandoah Valley Construction build your custom dream home incorporating the unique rock formation at the back of the lot. $85,000. Call Jon Tsakis for details 540-836-9211. Jon.Tsakis@comcast.net (518936)

648 Black Walnut Drive

Some of the nicest landscaping in Stoney Creek highlight this well cared for property. Two ponds w/waterfalls & countless flowering trees and bushes make this a wonderful getaway, or primary home. Many interior upgrades include hardwood floors, granite counters, custom cabinetry, first floor master with Jacuzzi and custom shower. Lower level has additional suite. Main level has separate dining area, family room with fireplace and French doors that open to a lovely porch. Must see to appreciate! $469,000. Call Steve Marianella at 434-566-1293 or smsales1@aol.com. (519093)

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536 Stoney Creek East Architect’s details are immediately evident in this custom home. On the 1st floor: Master suite, gourmet kitchen, great room, library, hearth room, screen porch. Situated on a private 2 acre corner lot with mountain views, natural light fills the entire home. Superb home for indoor/outdoor living and entertaining. You will love the quality! $742,000. Contact Brian Chase. www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (519201)

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See the ski Slopes on Tyro at night. No one can build behind you since it borders on open space. This lot is listed as lot #100 on the map and has seasonal winter views, quiet wooded setting for the rest of the year. Easy build level lot that borders on open space. $85,000. Have Shenandoah Valley Construction build your custom dream home. Call Jon Tsakis for details 540-836-9211. Jon.Tsakis@comcast.net (518826)

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150 Rosewood Dr. RoseWood at Stoney Creek: Models and building sites available, a 55+ living community in the valley of Wintergreen’s Stoney Creek. Spacious villas & condos, superb craftsmanship, many Universal Design features. Maintenance-free living with sensational views and care-free convenience. Villas from $349,000. Contact Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (462918)

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1+ acre lot at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. Right around the corner from the Lake Monocan beach and picnic area, and just 2 minutes to golf, tennis, hiking, dining, fishing. Nearly level for easy building. Bring your own builder or contact us for recommendations. Reduced to $34,500! Listed by Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (513786)

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186 Hemlock Drive Very buildable lot on the view side of Hemlock Drive. Rock outcroppings make for an appealing home site. Surrounded by luxury homes with great views! Offered at $229,000. Call Rod Phillips 434-987-6399 (516673)

358 Black Rock Drive Looking for a real Gem close to the slopes? This custom home offers a great floor plan with 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths on the main floor. Seasonal views! Many extras include Master bedroom 2 side open gas fireplace / with Master bath. Sky lights, Hardwood flooring, wrap around deck. Custom cabinets, basement laundry room, Family room and storage. Large deck for outdoor entertaining. $373,500. Call Tim Craig 540-416-8498. (513241)

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inside basic necessities ................. 7 cover story .............................8 this old/new house ............ 19 at home with marlo ......... 23 sam’s garden ..................... 34 ask the dr. ......................... 35 the perfect fit ................. 35 event calendar ................. 36 business directory ............ 37 classifieds .......................... 38 games ................................... 39

on the cover Photographer: Daniel Gayle Armed with a camera on a tripod and a remote with a 300 foot range, Daniel Gayle of Stuarts Draft snaps the ultimate selfie inside the Crozet Tunnel in Afton. You’ll be amazed at what he did when he decided he wanted to see the world. Story on page 8.

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thepublishers The rain in Spain falls mainly in the plain. And momma has an ankle sprain. “You have a boo-boo on your ankle because you fell over a wok,” Peyton told me as she saw me wrap my killer cankle for the umpteenth time. “You have to be careful.” Yes, it finally happened. I got a “boo-boo” that has sidelined me a bit. It happened up along the Blue Ridge Parkway somewhere with a Marine friend of mine. We’ll call him Jack. Around mile 6 on the most gorgeous spring day yet, a big bad rock or root jumped out at me. I heard a very loud pop that probably echoed through the mountains. I won’t tell you my exact reaction but I will say it began with a verb and ended with a “me!” Verb me! Verb me! “Are you alright? What happened?!” Jack said, as he started doing his Vietnam-era Marine medic ninja hand moves on my throbbing foot. I think in between the groans, I told him I just needed to let the pain pass for a minute. Then, in classic Marine-comesto-rescue-me voice, Jack said, “I can carry you back to the car.”

Ladies, chivalry is not dead. Though I appreciated the offer, I finished the remaining 3 miles down WhiteFallsTorryOverlookRidgeSlackSomethingGapTrailPass without much pain, as long as I avoided any lateral moves. I was so excited to see our car, I tripped and fell face forward just yards from it. Back in the valley, I watched Jack drink a craft beer as I ate the best turkey club sandwich ever. And I would have had another one of those today if I had been able to compete in the 25k I had been training for. Time will tell. I shan’t train in rain, for fear of a sprain. Insane! Enjoy! Yvette and Tommy Stafford MAY 2014

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Hope Hope is the thing with feathers/ That perches in the soul/And sings the tune without the words/ And never stops at all. — Emily Dickinson There’s a new chorus outside my open window, beyond the first delicate and achingly beautiful birdcalls we awaken to at dawn. This voice is the chorus of our hearts as spring settles solidifying hope. The hope that our seeds will grow, be they beets, vines, children, ideas or dreams. Some people husband hope, saving it for the rainy day that never comes, while others employ it like fantasy without the work to back it up. Such is hope’s power to intoxicate, and all the more in spring. Hope must have been in the hearts of the Hochar family, particularly Serge Hochar, to persevere producing Château Musar, just outside of Beirut, through years of civil war. The same hope and expectation all farmers cultivate when they plant that first tiny seed and trust it will grow. As the years pass, I find I admire this wine

more than ever, and I think perhaps it has to do with what the wine, the land and the family endured, coupled with tremendous passion. I know no other wine that is less manipulated than Musar. Not only is it all organic, but Serge adds nothing even in difficult years. “When you are a winemaker, you have the luck to work with something that is alive and you should never kill it,” he says. Because of Serge’s noninterventionist approach, Musar is a wine that changes dramatically from one vintage to the next, and in an age when the winemaker is often seen as the genie who produces great wine, Musar is, instead, completely a product of the vineyard, shaped most by the varying amounts of rain and wind and sun each year. Jeune Musar Blanc 2012– This brilliant, delicious white is a florally blend of Viognier and Vermentino, giving it crisp acidity and fruit, and Chardonnay, adding depth. Pair with olives or mezze and you can almost feel the Mediterranean. $23 Château Musar, 2005- Musar often takes years of aging in the bottle to become great. But the 2005 has a

secret, and it’s great right now. Pop the cork and let the subtle aromas of lavender, leather, ripe plums and figs greet your nose while the real magic will happen an hour or so into your meal as the wine opens and evolves. As you drink it taste, in Serge’s words, this relationship between man and wine, “of life meeting life. This is the only thing that matters.” And this already great wine has as much aging ability as its siblings in other vintages, and with time in the cellar will only become greater! $54 Hochar, 2009 – With just as much finesse, elegance and deliciousness as the flagship Musar, for half the price. Notes of stewed cherries, coffee and mocha. $29 Maybe the downside to hope is that it implies a sense of living in the future—especially a better future— when life is found in the moment we are. So as this day comes to its end and the peepers begin their song, I may briefly close my eyes and imagine that great orange ball sinking into the sea of the Levant, leaving Beirut to the light of her cafés and clubs. I hope you can raise a glass (of Musar) and toast the moment you’re in.

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STORY by JENNIE TAL WILLIAMS PHOTOGRAPHY by DANIEL GAYLE

Daniel Gayle of Stuarts Draft decided he wanted to travel and see the world.

That’s where he found his love.

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Sleeping in the desert in Rajasthan, India.

Daniel Gayle doesn’t exactly follow the path he’s given. He prefers to make one up as he goes along. Daniel, who lives in Stuarts Draft but says his other home is “The World,” started out pretty typically – he graduated high school and went to a community college for two years, hoping to discover his path and figure out what he wanted to do with his life. Unfortunately, Daniel didn’t find his calling at college. Fortunately for Daniel, though, he did discover his passion: traveling. For several years after high school, his group of friends was planning to go to Costa Rica. After several last minute cancellations, Daniel decided to go to Costa Rica on his own. And fell in love with the world.

“Immediately I started making friends and for about a week we all just hung out and had a great time,” he said. “I had never been in another country before.” So once he had a dream, he just had to figure out how to make it come true. His warehouse job wasn’t exactly his dream job, but it was definitely a job that helped him live his dream. He was able to

save a lot of his earnings - enough to buy a house in 2009 and pay it off completely by 2012 (with the help of tenants). “I kind of realized I had the chance to be free and live my life and live my dreams,” said Daniel. “So in August of 2012 I went to Iceland for a month; I hitchhiked around the island and had 53 cars pick me up.”

He came back home to Stuarts Draft and worked again until January, and then headed in the opposite direction: Hawaii, where he spent three months going to all of the major islands, a different adventure on each one. “On July 7, 2013 I quit my job at the warehouse to travel the world and see what would happen to me,” said Daniel, acknowledging that it was a huge – and emotional – decision to leave his job, even though he does have an income from his tenants and also from his water garden business, Clearview Water Gardens (Clearview-Watergardens.com). But three days later he flew to Europe. And that’s where it all began. He thought about flying into Eastern Europe

because he knew he wanted a car and figured, “Everything’s cheaper in Eastern Europe!” But it turns out that (a) that’s not quite the case, and (b) he learned that England was the only place an American can legally buy and own a car in Europe. So first stop: London. “I got to immigration and I wasn’t really thinking clearly so I told her I’d just quit my job and I’ve come here [to England] to buy a car and travel and she just stopped me right there,” said Daniel, who landed with his Canon 5D Mark III and not a whole lot else. “I told her I was here to travel but she didn’t believe me! They put me in a detention room for about six hours - it was so ironic to me that I had just achieved my freedom but I was being held.” When they finally agreed that Daniel was just in the country to look around (and not to work illegally), he was let out to see the world. “From there, I crossed the English Channel, I went up through Belgium, north through Germany, Denmark, across the straight up through Norway and then I drove to the top of Norway, picking up hitchhikers and making friends along the way,” he reminisced, adding that he and a friend he’d met decided to go to Svalbard - the northernmost settlement in the world, located inside the Arctic Circle.

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Montague Miller & Co Amherst Office 198 South Main St, Suite 102 • PO Box 1020 Amherst VA 24521 • 434.946.5522 • 434-263-5088 NEW! HOWARDSVILLE – $248,500

WINGINA – $1,400,000

FABER – $895,000

Rolling, open hillsides w/the James River nearby, this 4 Br., 3 Ba., 2085 fin. sq. ft. home offers quiet, peaceful days. Perfect for animals w/10 fenced ac., stream & 30 add’l ac. available. Great location to raise a family, have animals, take long walks on hiking trails, or relax in your own backyard pool. Offers 18’x20’ Great Rm. with 12’ ceiling, full walkout basement, 2-car Garage, Heat Pump, Gas backup Generator, 2002 Roof, & 20’x22’ Barn. MLS 519382.

Build your dream home in the historic James River Valley among other fine farms & estates. Enjoy gorgeous James River and local mtn views from numerous building sites surrounded by 227 ac of pasture, hay & wood land. Offering over 1600ft of river frontage MLS 498066

Complete privacy with mountains surrounding this 3,455 sq. ft. unique 4 BR., 3 1/2 BA. Brick Contemporary with a 2,409 sq. ft. Lord and Burnham Solarium. Entertain in the 17 ft. x 41 ft. Great Room with a fireplace on each end or relax by the 16 ft. x32 ft. salt-treated pool. Custom Maple cabinetry in the spacious 15 ft. x 21 ft. Kitchen with ceramic floors, Corian countertops, all appliances conveying plus a Tirolia Ceramic Wood Stove. Hike, Hunt, or enjoy your neighbors, the Rockfish River and Delfosse Winery. Offered with 40 acres for $895,000 or 303 acres for $1,295,000. MLS 513170 & 513245.

WINGINA – $495,000

Relaxing view of the James River from the 60 ft. deck of this 2000 sq. ft., 3 BR., 3 BA., Brick, custom-built home on 65 ac. Located on a mountain top adjoining the 1215 acre James River Wildlife Reserve with 1600 ft. on the James River. Features of home are 22 ft. x 23 ft. Great Room with Pine/Cedar cathedral ceiling, Hickory & Ceramic floors, 2 FP’s, Central Vacuum System, Skylight, Built-in Bookcase, Insulated Anderson Windows, Heat Pump, plus 600 sq. ft. Garage. Or with 125 +- ac. for $689,000. MLS 513087 & 513257

AMHERST – $299,900

GLADSTONE – $269,900

Barn living at its finest! Enjoy the private setting located off the road, open pasture, bottom land ideal for gardening, several streams with additional well and septic. This unique set up offers 1200 sq.ft of private living quarters that include 2 bedrooms, large living, dining and kitchen area, full bath with separate HVAC system. The enormous recreation area could have many different uses, with over 2300 sq. ft., 2 half baths with quality finishing details. MLS 518868.

This unrestricted 31 acre pristine property offers a well maintained home with a full finished basement, 2 garages and two over-sized decks to enjoy the privacy and the beautifully landscaped grounds. The interior of the home is like new with extra features which include all appliances, a 9000 watt generator and a woodstove to convey. MLS 519397

REDUCED! AFTON – $249,500

NELLYSFORD – $209,000

MONTEBELLO – $199,500

ARRINGTON – $129,900

This 3 BR., 2 BA., three-level home is hidden down a lane lined with rock walls in Afton on 2.64 Ac. fronting on a state road only 1 mile to 250. Meticulously maintained cedar, 1608 sq. ft. home with open floor plan and exposed beams. Two storage buildings plus an old barn convey. Add’l 14 +- ac. avail. MLS 511833

This is not your average 7.87 acres of mountainside property. The next-door neighbors built a million dollar home secluded in the hardwood trees. Their view across the Rockfish River Valley and beyond to the Blue Ridge Mountains is spectacular. You are just a short drive from the Wintergreen ski resort and the village of Nellysford. Access is by paved road from the main highway to the property. MLS 515612.

31.8 +- ac. located just before you get to the Parkway off of Crabtree Falls Hwy. Trails throughout give access to open fields to wooded mountain top views. Wildlife habitat surroundings as well as fruit trees, blackberries and beautiful rock outcroppings. Perfect for hunting or enjoying vacations or time-off with the family or friends. MLS 510227.

3 Bedroom. Get that mountain feel with this stone fireplace, cathedral ceilings in living room and kitchen, open floor plan. Skylights to let in that natural light. Walking distance to 45 acre recreational lake, enjoy a relaxing day of fishing. New roof, new electrical, new flooring throughout and more. Nice back deck overlooking fenced in back yard. Nice storage shed. MLS 509790.

TYRO – $124,900

SCHUYLER – $119,900

WINTERGREEN – $79,900

ARRINGTON – $48,500

10.685 ac. with approx. 400 ft. along the Tye River in Tyro at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Level, open entry into the scenic Tye River offers trout fishing, swimming and relaxation. Build your vacation/ permanent home on an elevated building site with soothing sounds of the nearby river. Recorded soil work and utilities. Enjoy hiking and hunting at the lower section of the Priest Mountain. Property corners the National Forest with great views. MLS 517366.

This well maintained home offers great River frontage on the Rockfish River. The home is within walking distance of “The Walton’s Mountain Museum” located in Schuyler VA. So enjoy the great views of the river and local mountains, nice sunny enclosed porch with Town water and sewer. MLS 518904.

1 bedroom, 1 bath condo! This is one of the best locations for skiing on the Mountain. In the hub of all the action, short walk to restaurants plus top of slopes with nice view. Ski-in, Ski-out to top of Dobie. MLS 280688

10.15 ac. of mixed hardwoods, level to rolling parcel fronting on a paved state road. Located approx. 7 miles South of Lovingston with great building site and approx. 500 ft. of road frontage. No HOA fees or Restrictions w/Electric close by. MLS 513349.

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But after spending a week in a place where it never got dark, he decided to head back down south. He met some friends from home in England and toured the U.K, which he hadn’t had time to do before. Then ferried across the English Channel to Paris, and continued to Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Italy (where he primarily couch surfed - “made a lot of friends that way!”), Albania, Montenegro, Croatia, Slovenia, back to Italy and then north to Germany. But then it started to get cold. “My main goal was to avoid the cold,” said Daniel. “So it was time to leave my car behind. But by this time it was covered in bumper stickers.” The car had become somewhat of a beloved travel companion so he decided to leave it with a German friend and return to it in the future (more on that later). “On October 17 I flew to Nepal and found a little hostel there called the Sparkling Turtle,” said Daniel. “And one morning I came down to get my breakfast and there’s this really attractive blondheaded girl standing in line so I walk up behind her and started making small talk. And she ended up inviting me to come with her!” On their first day-trip together, they were sitting down next to the Garden of Dreams in Kathmandu when they were leafing through each other’s passports and discovered they had the same birthday March 19. “We have the same mindset, interests and values. Even the same kind of work and birthday,” said Laura, whose father owns a landscaping business. “I was interested in Daniel from the first time I talked to him, but the more time I spent with him, the more he got my attention.” “So I kind of took that as a sign that I should push a little harder for this girl,” he said. “So later that even we were talking and next thing you know we were on a rooftop in Kathmandu.” From that point, Daniel and his now-girlfriend Laura Klein were inseparable for five months. After a month in Nepal, Daniel and Laura flew to Bangladesh, a densely populated, ethnically homogeneous country that moves at lighting pace. “We just really stuck out completely,” said Daniel. “After a few weeks of living the celebrity status lifestyle, it started getting old so we decided to go to India.” They crossed the country and crossed back again before heading to Sri Lanka for two weeks. Since Laura had started her trip in Asia, she wanted to head away from the continent, after spending a few months visiting countries Daniel hadn’t seen yet. “I thought about asking Daniel if he would like to come with me this time to New Zealand,” she said. “Luckily he said yes!” So they bought a van and did a five week road trip around both the northern and southern islands. “It was a really interesting situation for me because I realized I owned three different cars on three different continents,” he said. “That van was our home.” They built a bed in the back of the van and drove around the country with no specific route – down the west side and back up the east. But that’s where the story ends… for now. Daniel had to get back home to Virginia for the spring – the busy time for his water garden business. But Laura stayed and worked on a horse farm in Auckland. “I told Laura goodbye on the 23rd of March, which was quite an emotional moment because I had spent every day and almost every hour of the five months with this girl,” said Daniel. “It was a very intense period of time to be with one person and to find someone like that that matched so well to you and to have so little conflict while we were together was really an amazing thing. So when I told her goo bye I was very teary eyed and I could barely talk. So that was really a special thing.” Daniel will spend a few months here in Stuarts Draft before heading off to the Netherlands to spend some time with Laura and her family, where he’s looking forward to living like a native instead of a tourist. From there, he’s not sure where he’ll head, but he hopes it will involve Laura and the world at large. “I plan on traveling for the rest of my life,” he said. “I realize that there’s going to be another stage of work in my life to really, fully achieve the dream and that makes me happy. To have a dream to strive for is really a great thing.” BRL MAY 2014

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Wood-fired Pizza on Wheels “My wife and I had a wood-fired pizza truck out of Floyd, Virginia come and cater our wedding in 2011, and everyone really loved it,” explains Chris Bullard, proprietor of Blue Ridge Pizza Co. and main pizza-maker. “For a year or so after that we were like, ‘Someone should really start this business’ and then one day we said, ‘Maybe we should start this business’”. It wasn’t long after that this newlywed couple received what you could call a great, late wedding present. “We got the truck as a gift and that started the wheels rolling, and that was in June of 2012. We spent the summer coming up with a business concept, we did some small fundraising, and then started building out the truck in January of 2013,” says Chris. “I worked with a local welder here in Nelson County, and we built and outfitted the truck from nothing. We used all repurposed steel from either the Charlottesville Airport or from the UVa Hospital. The oven itself is almost ten inches of concrete and about 52 inches long.” continued on page 17

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During this time, the truck wasn’t the only thing under construction. Blue Ridge Pizza Co. spent this time launching their web site, as well as utilizing numerous social media outlets such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to help spread the news. And as you can imagine with a business such as this, Chris and Jessica spent a lot of time taste-testing the merchandise. “We do a lot of not at all traditional pizza flavors that sell really well,” says Chris, referring to creations such as ‘Cool as a Cantaloupe,’ which pairs prosciutto ham, cantaloupe and arugula. “And for those, we go to an event with what we need for it, we make a couple, and let people try them. If they like it, then we’ll just add it to the menu right there and go with it. And we take suggestions from people on how to make it better.” Flexibility and humility seem to be a couple of the key ingredients in the company’s recipe for success. “I don’t have any sort of catering or restaurant background whatsoever, so when people come to me with flavors or pizza ideas, we’re always willing to give it a try,” admits Chris. “I just love pizza. I’ve always loved pizza. It’s my favorite food by far. And I never cooked in a wood-fired oven before. It was all kind of a learning period.” So what makes a wood-fired oven superior to versions we find in most restaurants? “It’s a traditional Italian-style oven, it is a dome shape, it looks like an igloo. The advantages to cooking in a wood-fired oven as opposed to a conventional oven are that you get a really nice smoky flavor, and you cook at a much higher temperature,” Chris clarifies. “The floor of the oven is around seven hundred and fifty degrees, with the dome of the oven in the upwards of twelve hundred. That allows for the pizza to cook really fast, it keeps the dough very moist and you get a good crust on the pizza, but you get a really nice soft texture on the inside.”

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$589,000.00 (Devils Knob II 3) MLS#519641

This house is exceedingly well built and located behind the 12th green on Devils Knob course. It was custom built and has never been rented and used as either a primary or secondary home by previous owners. It is being sold unfurnished but seller will consider selling furniture separately.

78 Split Rock Trl.

$549,000.00 (Shamokin Springs 99) MLS#516752

Three-story chalet-style home, resting on a cul-de-sac in a beautiful wooded setting with seasonal mountain views. A splendid six bedroom, five bath, 4,000+ sqft of living space, 78 Split Rock Trail is the perfect mountain retreat to relax. Covered porch, balcony, deck, great room, stone fireplace, eight flat screens, media room, chef’s kitchen, landscaped yard. A fabulous primary, vacation or rental property. Generates a substantial annual rental income. Fully furnished. Energy efficient home.

285 Deer Springs Ln.

$399,000.00 (Deer Springs 90) MLS#518749

A beautiful and well built home within walking distance of the golf, tennis and dining facilities. 2 car garage. Paved driveway. Central heat & air. Granite countertops. Hardwood floors. Solid wood doors. Alarm system. Front porch. Back deck. Screened porch. Concrete patio. 2 living areas. Stone fireplace with raised hearth. Low maintenance exterior with fiber-cement siding. Backs up to protected space. An exceptional offering ready to be enjoyed.

39 Deerberry Ln.

$369,000.00 (Shamokin Springs 14) MLS#513469

Home shows like new. A wrap around, oversize deck, constructed with composite materials and reinforced for a hot tub was built in 2012. Fabulous floor plan with two separate entertainment areas. Home sleeps 10 comfortably. Private and quiet location, yet at a short drive to all upper mountain amenities. The Shamokin Springs Nature Preserve and hiking trails are across the street.

860 Devils Knob Loop

$1,100,000.00 (Devils Knob 42) MLS#511452

In the small amount of time that Blue Ridge Pizza Co. has been in operation, it has certainly been rising to the occasion. With their lengthy list of upcoming events, there are plenty of opportunities for you to hunt down this traveling pizza-truck. “We have a menu before we go to an event, but all of our pizzas are made to order. Literally, someone orders a pizza, we take out a dough ball, we slap it out, which means we turn it into a crust, top it, and then it goes into the oven, and that whole process takes about five minutes per pizza,” says Chris. “When we’re busy, there will be six pizzas in the oven, and one will come out every fifteen to twenty seconds and one will go in every fifteen to twenty seconds.” Their revolutionary pizza flavors can be found regularly at Afton Mountain Vineyard during Afton’s After Hours, Champion Brewing Company and Three Notch’d Brewing Company in Charlottesville. “The Three-Notched event we do about once a month,” mentions Chris. “Because breweries no longer have to have food, they contract trucks to come out and set up. It benefits us because we have a place to go and it benefits them because it keeps people at their establishment longer.” Serving the greater Charlottesville area successfully, while adding a second unit in the form of a pull-behind trailer and nearly doubling their team size is an impressive feat for their first year. But for Chris, it’s about more than making a lot of dough. “We are a disabled veteran-owned business. I served in Afghanistan in 2010 and I was injured in a helicopter crash, came home and kind of spent a little time trying to figure out what I really wanted to do, because life’s too short… and making pizza is it.” BRL

From the minute you pull into the driveway you know that this property is something special. The design of the home by architect Glen German of Richmond takes the opportunity of view and creates living spaces that are comfortable and bring in the magnificent portrait of the Blue Ridge from many angles. The living room, dining and kitchen blend into outdoor deck spaces that make entertaining and relaxing a delight for all.

CONDOS 407 Three Ridges

$95,000.00 MLS#519537

One of the best values for 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo at Wtg. Short walk to ski slopes and all other amenities located in the heart of the Resort Village. Ground floor condo with a large patio to enjoy the outdoors. Super convenient location all year round. Some seasonal mountain views in the winter. Conveys fully furnished and ready to move in and enjoy. With some cosmetic interior upgrades this property could bring a steady rental income. Do not miss this opportunity to buy low and wise!

762 Laurelwood

$139,900.00 MLS#515850

This stunning 2 bedroom villa offers the best of everything. Freshly renovated. Fully furnished with all new furniture and accessories. All new mechanicals. Terrific seasonal views. Outstanding location close to skiing, shops, restaurants and amenities. Great light and southern exposure. Currently in Wintergreens’ rental program with a “GOLD” rating. An elegant mountaintop offering and terrific value.

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Location: 500 Rhue Hollow Rd, Roseland, Virginia Offered at: $333,000 Comments: First time offered! Charming 2 BR, 2 BA cottage on 5.5 acres with multiple streams and mountain views. You canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t beat the location: minutes to breweries, wineries, a cidery, Wintergreen Resort and shopping and dining in Nellysford. Hardwood floors throughout with ceramic tile in baths. Greatroom with vaulted ceiling and fireplace. Unfinished basement for expansion. Huge deck for entertaining or lounging! Invisible fencing. Shed for tool storage. Gorgeous lot with custom bridge over stream. Contact: Julie Bendle Mountain Area Realty 434-996-8669

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2231 Tanners Ridge Condo Ground Floor Walkout - Just Fully Renovated ! New Cabinets ! New appliances ! New Floor covering ! Fresh Paint ! Turn Key for Rental or Private getaway !. Close to Wintergarden Spa, Golf & Tennis ! Winter Views from patio / Bedroom. $84,500. Call Tim Craig 540-4168498. (516633)

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE! No steps from parking lot; bathroom renovated for wheelchair use. Building is NEWEST CONDO CONSTRUCTION at Wintergreen (2003). This 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo overlooks the 18th green & golf clubhouse with Shenandoah Valley winter views; short walk to Wintergarden Spa, pools & work-out facility, as well as golf, tennis and restaurant. Interior tastefully appointed and in excellent condition. Ready for immediate occupancy. $139,000. Call Joan Mummery 434-531-5033. (508014)

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Excellent development opportunity in Wintergreen Resort. Approved for 22 townhomes or an 85 room hotel. Located in a very favorable area of the resort. Townhome owners or hotel guests would be able to walk to the resort’s full service spa, indoor/outdoor pool, fitness center, ski shuttle and local cafe. Very short drive to the golf and tennis facilities as well as the resort’s shops and restaurants. This unique opportunity is available for $1,870,000. Call Rod Phillips 434-987-6399. (514993)

One of the few building sites available close to slopes at Wintergreen. Short walk (less than 500 ft.) to Tyro slope on a quiet street. Lot has frontage on both Tyro and Blackrock Drive. and borders green space. Bring your builder, or let me introduce you to one of ours. Only $149,000! Contact Steve Marianella 434-566-1293, smsales1@ aol.com (516760)

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150 Cedar Glen Close Excellent elevated building lot. 5-min walk to Golf Club, tennis, pool, fitness, restaurant & farmers mkt. Potential for gorgeous views of Crawford’s Knob. Public water & sewer. No yard maintenance. 15 mins to Wintergreen Resort, a top ski destination in the Mid Atlantic. Build whenever. $38,900. Contact Dawn at 800-417-1890, Dawn. Perusse@mris.com (515636)

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Home can’t be duplicated at this price. Towering cathedral great room filled with glass and light overlooks and adjoins Wintergreen’s permanent open spaces. Granite finishes, wood trim, wood floors reflect superb quality. This home deserves your attention! $455,000. Contact Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (516431) OS ET

57 Tyro Lane

Rare, Rare, Rare SLOPE SIDE HOME ON UPPER TYRO.... Enjoy night skiing from this well maintain detached home. Is sits right on Tyro slope across from Tequila slope where it is lighted for night skiing and this slope is always first to have snow. 4 beds, 3 full baths, updated master bath, beautiful wood ceilings, very open floor plan with lots of natural light......great morning light as well with the sunrise. Wonderful year around Mountain Views, 2 large decks to enjoy the slopes and views. $599,000. Call Rod Phillips 434-987-6399. (516643)

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Gorgeous 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo. Impeccably maintained and beautifully furnished, this condo offers Wintergreen’s best views at an incredibly low price! Walk to the Wintergarden Spa & Fitness Center, Devils Knob Golf & Tennis, and Devils Grill. $119,000. Contact Brian Chase. 434-296-9860 www.goWintergreen.com (516533)

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Beautifully renovated 4 bedroom 2 full bath home plus spacious loft. This home is in great shape with a stunning copper fireplace as a center piece. It is in a great location on the mountain with a huge deck off the back. Gourmet kitchen and updated bathrooms. The house also sets up nicely for 2 families....2 bedrooms and 1 bath on each side. New Hardi-Plank siding and roof as well. $299,900. Call Rod Phillips 434-987-6399. (511014)

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50 Ash Lane On the corner of Ash Lane and Devils Knob Loop on a double lot, this home offers spectacular yearround mountain views. Gorgeous interior details. Sauna, indoor hot tub, multiple living areas, his and hers master baths, and a top floor with 280 degree views are a few of the features that make this offering special. $1.25M. Contact Brian Chase. 434-296-9860 www.goWintergreen.com (512525)

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907 Diamond Hill Condo SKI OUT ! Slope Side ! 2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath Condo. Excellent Views ! Walk to everything ! Great Rental Unit ! Most desired location ! Private Parking Spaces ! Easy Assess ! This unit will not last long ! $224,900. Call Tim Craig 540-416-8498. (513403)

2005 Stone Ridge Woods Condo Great price for nice income producing condo. Very popular rental. Great natural light, open floor plan, large deck, fireplace, nicely furnished. Park and walk right in - NO STEPS. Proof of rental income with request. $138,000. Call Rod Phillips 434-987-6399. (505045)

33 Coopers Vantage Like new custom home with upgrades galore. Energy efficient, four bedroom, 4 1/2 bath, vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors two fireplaces and two family rooms, with nice views of Shamokin gorge and mountains. Upgraded kitchen has beautiful soapstone counters, stainless energy star appliances, custom cabinets. Large decks with views, two wet bars, wine coolers, two master suites, attached garage, quiet cul-de-sac location. Great open floor plan for entertaining friends and family. Must see! $635,000. Listed by Steve Marianella 434-566-1293,smsales1@aol.com (517473)

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19 Lost Pond ~ Stoney Creek One acre corner lot on quiet cul-de-sac in the foothills of Stoney Creek. Among homes of significant value. Enjoy a gently sloping lot with hardwoods slope ideal for a walk-out basement! Three minutes to amenities (golf, tennis, swimming, hiking, dining, fishing). Community water available. Reduced to $39,500! Listed by Brian Chase. 434-296-9860 www.goWintergreen.com (513787)

CopperLeaf Homes CopperLeaf Homes and Solid Rock Properties create rustic mountain retreats with modern craftsmanship. Timberframe or classic construction. Over 40 homes built at Wintergreen - many references available. Custom home experts or choose from existing floorplans. Contact Rod Phillips 434-987-6399 www.copperleafhomesva.com

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One of the nicest golf course lots, with a view of Tuckahoe tee box and fairway, this lot has seasonal views of Crawfords Mountain as well. Close proximity to Stoney Creek clubhouse, pool and golf course, with walking trails nearby. Build your retirement or second home on this quiet street with your builder, or let me introduce you to a local builder. $149,000. Call Steve Marianella 434-566-1293. Smsales1@aol.com (515983)

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69 Waters Edge Lane Spectacular custom golf-front home! Architect’s design includes brick & Hardiplank, custom low-E4 windows, composite decking, Italian tile, granite, 3 zone HVAC, 3 fireplaces, 1st floor master w/ attached deck and luxurious bath & sauna. A 2nd master suite occupies the 2nd level. Reduced! $685,000. Contact Brian Chase. www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (510822)

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One of the few view lots available under $150K. This lot has views to the west and south, and lots of mountain laurel too. Front of lot is level for a driveway. Quiet location almost at end of cul de sac. Bring your builder or let me introduce you to one! Listed by Steve Marianella for only $130,000 tel 434-566-1293, smsales1@aol.com (501048)

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304 Chestnut Place One of the most sought after areas in Wintergreen. Potential year-round views, private and quality homes throughout. A short drive to all amenities and beautiful winter views of the slopes make this a must see. Orange tape at front of lot is located on APPROXIMATE lot lines. Please refer to plat for more exact measurements or obtain survey. Possible seller financing available. $139,000. Call Steve Marianella at 434-566-1293 or smsales1@aol.com. (515980)

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Attractively updated end unit with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, on one level. Updated flooring and elegant furnishings. Ground level access off the deck to grassy area. Short walk to Spa-Aquatics-Fitness Center, Devils Knob Tennis & Golf. Reduced! $180,000. Contact Brian Chase. 434-296-9860 www.goWintergreen.com (508360)

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Fantastic Shenandoah Valleys views from this renovated home off prestigious Devils Knob Loop at Wintergreen Resort. New gourmet kitchen, post and beam architecture with two family rooms, two fireplaces, and hardwood floors. Addition and renovation by Glen German. Includes most furnishings, many antiques and artwork. Level driveway, large deck with hot tub. Three full baths and bedrooms, wet bar, Pella windows with built in shades, hardiplank siding on addition. New HVAC. $599,900. Must see to appreciate! Listed by Steve Marianella 434-566-1293 smsales1@aol.com (504578)

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182 Mountain Inn Condo This terrific Mountain Inn condo is the ultimate in flexibility. Walk downstairs to shops and into the courtyard for restaurants, special events, and skiing. Quality unit is already generating revenue in the Resort’s rental program. One bedroom loft. Sold furnished. $109,000. Contact Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (508863)

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177 Crawfords Edge Once in a lifetime opportunity to own a luxury 10 bedroom, 10.5 bath mountain home. One bedroom configured as a state-of-the art conference center fully equipped with boardroom seating. Great mountain views. Double kitchen. Two wet bars. Elevator services all floors. This home is the Premier Rental Property on the mountain. (Blue Ridge Retreat). This is a must see for an investor! $1,429,000. Call Rod Phillips 434-987-6399. (514582)

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103 Eagles Court Condo Renovated kitchen, baths, flooring, and furnishings including maple & cherry cabinets with granite counters. Top floor 3 bedroom, fantastic ambience, on Eagles Swoop! Soak up the ski experience in winter and savor mountain views all year. Reduced! $299,900. Contact Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (516307)

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Residential real estate sales in Nelson County may have ended on a positive note for 2013, but the harsh winter has certainly put a damper on the number of sales for the beginning of 2014. While fewer sales were realized, there have been some positive strides worth noting. Here is a quick market summary for Nelson County. *Sales figures were pulled from the Charlottesville Area Association of Realtors (CAAR) Multiple Listing Service (MLS). Q1 Countywide Overview; 38 residential properties sold in Q1 of 2014 which represents a 30% decrease from the same time period in 2013 when 54 properties sold. Q1 Statistical Comparisons; Q1 2013 recap: median $196,000, average price $226,727, Average price per sq ft 140.10, Days on Market (DOM) 234. Q1-Q4 2013, year end recap: median $245,950, average price $267,153, Average price per sq ft 140.42, Days on Market (DOM) 187.

Q1 2014: median $220,000, average price $287,801, Average price per sq ft 149.01, Days on Market (DOM) 105. The 2014 market reflects a slow start in terms of number of sales, but shows improvement on all other fronts, such as an increase in price for median, average price, and price per sq ft. The make up of the properties sold is reflected in the price increases. There were 6 (out of 38) properties to sell above 500k in Q1 of 2014 compared to only 1 (out of 54) that sold above 500k in Q1 of 2013. The reduction in days on market would indicate that sellers across all price points priced properties to sell. Properly priced properties can generate quick action on behalf of buyers who may fear losing it to someone else. In addition, some of the properties to sell quickly had been on the market previously at a much higher price. Value continues to play a major role in purchase decisions especially since home inventory remains high. Distressed sales, foreclosure and/or

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lender owned, represented 13% of all Q1 sales. Q1 Sales Summary by Locality; Nelson County sales encompass 3 main markets, Wintergreen (mountain) with 21 sales, Stoney Creek (valley) with 3 sales, and all other non-resort or county properties with 14 sales. When comparing Q1 2014 sales with Q1 2013 sales, county sales remained unchanged, but resort sales declined; County sales volume - 0% change, Wintergreen – 36% reduction, Stoney Creek – 57% reduction. Another notable statistic is within Wintergreen (mountain) and the distribution of sales; 57% of all mountain sales have been condos as opposed to detached, single family homes. The county locality with the most sales was Faber representing 36% of all county/non-resort sales. Last year Afton had the greatest number of sales; this shift may reflect buyers willing to flex on their location parameters in order to get more house and/or acreage for a similar purchase price.

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Reflection and Projections; As previously mentioned Q1 sales are historically low. The cold and snow may have also been a major factor in sluggish sales. Now that spring has finally arrived, the market activity may increase. However, if sales in Q2 follow historical trends for Nelson County, it could be our slowest quarter. In the past 2 years, quarterly sales have been consistent with Q3 having the highest number of sales followed by Q4, Q1 and Q2. Variables such as location, views, acreage, condition and features can affect values. For further explanation and comparison relative to a property you want to sell or purchase, contact a real estate professional. Marlo Allen, frequently referred to as “That Girl,” calls Nelson County home. In fact, she grew up in Nelson and besides being a Realtor, is a family business partner at Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery in Nellysford. Marlo provides real estate services in Nelson and surrounding counties.

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AT PRESS TIME, CREWS WERE BUSY CRAFTING THE COFFEE BAR FOR TRAGER BROTHERS’ NEW SPACE AT THE ROCKFISH VALLEY COMMUNITY CENTER.

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If you’re friends with Trager Brothers Coffee on Facebook, then you’ve grown accustomed to – and rather fond of – the mug shots shared of happy baristas and customers visiting the Lovingston coffee shop. Recognizing your friends and neighbors from the county in these fun snapshots will be just as easy to do from TBC’s new location in the Rockfish Valley Community Center starting April 26th. And although this move has bean the grounds for some heated debate on the Board of Zoning with concerns directed towards any odors emitted from the on-site roasting room, the overwhelming wave of support has pushed this project forward. “This community center is trying very hard to make it this neat thing, and I don’t think people even know it really exists yet, but they’re starting to find out now,” expresses founder and roaster, William Trager. “So I think it’s really at the beginning, and we’re just queuing up for the wave. I think five years from now this whole place will be a completely different thing. I think it will be very vibrant, because it’s just such a wonderful facility and it’s perfectly positioned.” Trager Brothers is excited to bridge the gap between the northern and southern sides of the county with this second operation. And aside from location, the RVCC comes with a lot of perks. “I feel like the county needs to be linked. There is no

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New log cabin on 28 acres near Wingina, two bedrooms, vaulted great room w/brick fireplace and chimney, full kitchen with custom island and dishwasher, porch and deck. New two acre fishing pond is under construction. $249,900 Nelson Co.: 66 acres with creek $135,000 Buckingham Co.: 122 acres, wooded and open, farm house $369,000 Buckingham Co.: 90 acres, creeks $119,000 Buckingham Co.: 105 acres, pines, creek, 1 mi. road frontage $129,900 Many others – www.vastatewiderealty.com

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ROCKFISH VALLEY COMMUNITY CENTER GETS A JOLT FROM TRAGER BROTHERS non-alcoholic venue on this entire corridor, unless you go to Crozet,” William explains. “There are so many soccer moms that I know that go to North Branch and stuff that come over that have a two hour gap to kill. They can come here, they can let their kids spill out, there are bathrooms, WIFI, fields, no leash laws in Nelson so their animals can kick it, and they can come in here and get coffee.” Quality caffeination will be offered to all, whether they be Northies, Southies, Moms, Dads, teachers or bank tellers. “We’ll have a brew bar here, so you’ll be able to get a French Press or a Chemex or pour overs, ya know we’ll be kinda fancy that way. Kinda like third wave-y,” says William, who’s a West-coaster himself. “It’s really important to have the right equipment. We wanted a Probot because we wanted to be consistent with what we have over there [referring to the Lovingston branch] and there’s a reason they are the industry leader.” With a difference you can taste in every cup, stopping by their newly acquired venue will most definitely be an addition to my own daily grind. Maybe I’ll make the mug-shot list for the North side, as I have already done for the South. “The idea is to create a place where people can come that’s just coffee focused with an emphasis on quality. It will just be a really great spot. It will be like a third wave coffee place, but not pretentious. Our mission is quality, community and sustainability – that is TBC’s mission.” BRL

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Kai Crowe-Getty and his brother, Bram were only around 11 and 8 when they decided to travel down the path of the musically inclined. Selling their souls in the name of music, they’ve traveled a long way since their first middle school band, Bluelava. Their newest project, Lord Nelson, which began in 2012, is a funky collaboration of rock, folk and blues, with a sound as unique as its Nelson County roots. “We learned how to play music in barns, basements, and field parties scattered around the county, so when it came time to pick a name for the band, it just seemed natural to pay respect to that land that brought us up,” tells Kai, who sings vocals and plays guitar in the band. Younger brother and band drummer, Bram agrees.

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And for serendipitous effect, the band’s new bassist, Adam Wilson, is actually a descendent of Thomas Nelson himself. “I’m very much on board with their naming choice,” says Adam. “I went to school with Kai, and we both studied guitar under Joe Madison at Blue Star Music, so it’s been a blast to have our musical paths meet again.”

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Since their album release last June, the band has been surging into the local music scene, booking gigs at familiar venues like Rapunzels Coffee and Books, The Whiskey Jar, and Fardowners. And although drinking beer and playing rock ‘n roll inside a church isn’t exactly the norm for this group’s upcoming show list, they can officially check it off their bucket list. “This area is disproportionately weighted with great music and opportunities for artists. We enjoy playing all types of venues and gigs, from crowded bars and weddings to festivals and stages,” Kai explains. “The recent show at the Tom Tom Founders Festival was great because we’ve never played in a church before. They did an outstanding job with the production that night and the crowd was nice and rowdy.” “We were hoping that playing in a church (The Haven) would make us Rock Gods,” Bram admits.

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Lord Nelson is: Henry Barrett on trombone and vocals, Kai Crowe-Getty on vocals/guitar, Bram Crowe-Getty on drums, Taylor Vactor on electric guitar, and Adam Wilson on bass.

Having personally bared witness to both Bluelava and Lord Nelson, I can attest to the fact that on April 10, under those red, yellow and blue spot lights that filled the grand ceilings of the church hall, in the presence of all who attended, kicked their shoes off and danced, those Lords were more than just mere men. “This band has come a long way in a short period. We challenge each other constantly and hold ourselves to a high standard, which has been healthy in bringing out our best,” says Kai. “The most beneficial thing though, is that elusive magic we find onstage and are constantly chasing,” To witness this elusive magic for yourself, check out Kai, Bram, Adam, Henry Barrett on Trombone and vocals, and Taylor Vactor on Electric guitar at their single release show at the Southern on Friday, May 23. But don’t get your hopes up ladies. All of these Lords have Ladies, except the drummer – but apparently they’re a different breed. BRL

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LETS GO FLY A KITE. From parachute racing to good ol’ fashioned kite flying, Bold Rock Cidery field was buzzing with color. The annual event benefits the Rockfish Valley Foundation. For more information, visit RockfishValley.org.

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Thirty-some-odd years ago, Bruce Bertelsen was training for the Marine Corps Marathon – one of the many he’s run over the years. As he trained, he ran for hours at a time. One of these runs has ever since stood out from the rest. “In the course of one of these runs, I started to get the ideas of a story,” said Bruce. A story that is now a published novel: Beneath the Grid. Beneath the Grid is an environmental thriller about a disgruntled EPA attorney named Chris O’Brien. Chris is already plagued by nightmares and job insecurity when he learns of a close friend and colleague’s “accidental” death. When yet another colleague is murdered, Chris teams up with others to find out why. “I was an attorney and for thirtyplus years I was involved in both the public and private sectors working on environmental issues – principally clean air,” said Bruce, who has never written fiction before, but has always enjoyed writing non-fiction and reading thrillers and mysteries. “People say you should write what you know!” But it wasn’t so easy to write. And it took several decades to get started, and then five years to finish. After moving to Nelson County (which may or may not have inspired the fictional town of Mason in Beneath the Grid), running marathons became a no-go, due to the hilly terrain. But unwilling to give up his long-distance courses, Bruce started walking mara-

thons and while he was out, he stockpiled ideas. “So when I sat down, the fun was putting it down on paper and making it all fit together,” said Bruce, who walked about 4,000 miles during the course of writing his book, but didn’t carry with him any recording devices for his ideas. “Because once I had an idea, I kind of played with it as a walked. Most of the time it sort of stayed in my consciousness.” Even though the backdrop of the novel is based on fact (and there’s even a little bit of fiction about the clean air program worked in), Bruce maintains that the novel is completely fictitious. Except perhaps for that part about “Mason” County … BRL

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$819,000.00 (Lakeland 13) MLS#519437 If you are looking for a country lifestyle with all the modern amenities, this is the house for you! A round house (with 18 side panels) with multiple large windows that allow you to enjoy natural light, 360 degree forest and seasonal mountain views. The granite counter tops, Italian marble and oak hardwood floors are color coordinated to reflect Nature’s colors surrounding the house. True feng shui home, built for peace, quiet and privacy- your own little castle. Must see to appreciate.

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$299,900.00 (15.03 Acres) MLS#511218 Impeccable home located on 15+ beautiful acres of private land, which is centrally located between Amherst County and the Wintergreen Resort and having easy access to HWY 151 and HWY 29. This home offers seclusion and privacy, which you can enjoy either on a full-time basis or as a weekend get-a-way. The open floor plan dramatizes the versatile interior that are great for family gatherings. Lower level is ideal for mother-in-law suite or second separate living area.

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To Hedge or not to Hedge One of the most misused concepts in landscaping is the successful hedge or screen and its components. My definition of a successful hedge is one that not only conceals the intended target but also rewards the eye by improving the view, not just hiding it. Contrary to popular belief, installing a single cultivar en masse around an existing eyesore or unwanted view does NOT draw the eye away and in most cases actually draws the eye in – kind of like, ‘hmmm, I wonder what’s behind that curtain’. Dark and deep green shrubbery creates a dark image on the eye that actually draws it in like a black hole. Adding to that effect are the one-dimensional attributes of such a planting which instead of acting like a canvas to throw color onto, act as the aforementioned phenomena. Light colors and layers against this background deflect the eye, coupled with the hard lines of a hardscape actually control the eye and ultimately reward it – eye candy. So what are the components of the perfect screen? One of the first rules of design that I learned at school was how to carefully and skillfully take an object that is not desired and turn that same area into eye candy and therefore a focal point for the landscape. For the purpose of this example, power boxes will be our subject since so many are poorly landscaped/hidden. This offending object is just over 2 feet tall and about equally wide. An English laurel such as Prunus laurocerasus ‘Schipkaensis’ or the Skip Laurel will be the foundation for our screen. Installing two of these on the corners and another in the middle (shading away from the unit) will create a triangle and our blank canvas – providing a clean green slate of around 10 feet in mature height. Add in three lower shrubs (3-4 feet in mature height – Annabelle Hydrangea

or equivalent) planted between the Skips and spilling out past one of the outside Skips (either side) to create an asymmetrical shape that will ultimately draw the eye to the side. Now add in your focal point – a birdhouse or other vertical object which will then draw the eye up to a ‘fixed line’ object. Sprinkling in color (perennials or annuals) around the post of the vertical object and even in front of the Hydrangea further draws the eye away from our box. So instead of your eye searching for the ‘fixed line’ object behind the planting, it is satisfied to find an easily viewable object on the post. In the case of a bigger object to screen, say another home or busy street, it’s best to go vertical with our deep green canvas. A prime candidate is Thuja (standishii x plicata) ‘Green Giant’ or Green Giant Arborvitae. This particular tree has become the preferred alternative to Leyland Cypress as it has less pest issues and is deeper rooted, therefore has less issues with snow loads and high wind damage. The preferred pattern is an intermittent zig-zag, installing more trees in front of the intended screen area flanked by single trees at the beginning or end (or both) to allow the pattern to bleed before and after the screened area. The end result draws the screen out more and allows for layered plantings intermixed with the screen. Adding in medium sized shrubs (dwarf boxwood, Andromeda, etc.) and even a deciduous tree (Japanese Snowbell, flowering dogwood, etc.) favoring the end where the single Green Giant is located adds interest to the area opposite where the eye sore exists. Inserted in with the lower layer shrubs should be another ‘fixed line’ object – this time a lower one like a birdbath since we want the eye to go down and not up. Sprinkle in color around the birdbath and our hedge is complete.

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asktheDr. By Dr. Charles Cole Afton Family Medicine Dear Dr. Cole, I get so many tick bites each year that I am always worried about Lyme Disease. Is there something I can do to decrease the risk of getting it? Spring has finally arrived and with spring comes the ticks. Although ticks can carry several different infections, Lyme Disease is the one we see the most in this area and the one people worry about the most. The incidence of Lyme Disease in Central Virginia has increased over the last decade and it is not an uncommon infection any more. The best way to prevent Lyme Disease, or any tick borne infection, is to avoid the tick in the first place. This means avoiding areas with long grass and walking in the center of trails. Using insect repellent on exposed skin and clothing can decrease the risk of tick bites. If you can’t avoid the ticks you should shower soon after coming inside and do frequent tick checks. Removing ticks as quickly as possible decreases the risk of infection. You should also check your pets and remove ticks. If you do get a tick bite there are 2

approaches that can be taken. Under certain circumstances a single dose of antibiotics may be indicated. The Infectious Diseases Society of America recommends preventive treatment with antibiotics only in people who meet ALL of the following criteria: the tick is a deer tick that is estimated to have been attached for ≥36 hours (based upon how engorged the tick appears or the amount of time since outdoor exposure), the antibiotic can be given within 72 hours of tick removal, and the person can take doxycycline. Otherwise treatment with antibiotics to prevent infection is not recommended and treatment should be given only if signs and symptoms of Lyme Disease develop. So be sure to enjoy the outdoors. But do your best to avoid ticks, do frequent tick checks and check with your doctor if you have any questions. Dr. Charles Cole is a licensed medical doctor based in Afton. This column is provided as a service to readers of Blue Ridge Life Magazine and it does not necessarily reflect the views of the publishers of this magazine. If you have a question about your personal health, please consult your doctor.

theperfectfit By Agnes F. Schrider, PT Nelson Wellness Center Strategies: Train Your Weak Link When it comes to fitness and sports, all of have weaknesses. Can you make your weak link become a strength? For example, I have sprained my left ankle badly two times where I had to be in an aircast for six weeks on both occasions and I have plantar fasciitis. So, when I run for distance, I have custom foot orthotics and proper shoes. I make sure to stretch and strengthen my ankle muscles. That little bit of extra attention along with learning running technique has improved my running and I am running better now than I was ten years ago. In addition to old injuries, weak links come in many forms: poor mental focus, lack of flexibility, decreased core strength, physical diseases, being overweight, low endurance, eating unhealthy snacks, allowing your temper to affect your game or not practicing your sport. Where to start? Get honest. First, self - assess your weakness and write them down. Second, get tested through a fitness assessment to obtain

objective measures of your physical attributes. Third, develop a program to work on those areas. It is important to be disciplined when you start and it doesn’t necessarily take too much time. For example, if you have knee arthritis and enjoy playing tennis. Instead of playing and “getting by” with the pain, become proactive. Seek attention to learn how to strengthen the entire leg, become more flexible, learn agility skills and possibly get shoe inserts for shock absorption in your tennis shoe. Seek assistance by professionals to manage the discomfort while strengthening the leg and your tennis game. A common thread during many of the strategies presented this year in BRL magazine has been the mental focus that is needed to get honest with yourself and achieve your goals. That may be the toughest link to develop in ourselves. Good Luck! Agnes F. Schrider, PT is a licensed physical therapist, fitness trainer, and certified golf fitness trainer based in Nellysford. This column is provided as a service to readers of Blue Ridgey Life Magazine and it does not necessarily reflect the views of the publishers of this magazinel. If you have a question about your personal health, please consult a health professional.

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NELSON FARMERS MARKET COOPERATIVE Start: May 3, 2014 8:00 am Start: May 3, 2014 12:00 pm Venue: Nelson County Farmers Market Phone: 434-244-2399 Address: 2461 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford, VA 22958 (NELSON)

COLORFUL SUMMER CONTAINERS WORKSHOP AT PHARSALIA Start: May 7, 2014 10:00 am Start: May 7, 2014 1:30 pm Venue: Pharsalia Phone: 434-277-5231 Address: 2333 Pharsalia Road, Tyro, VA 22976 (NELSON)

NELSON DOWNRIVER RACE Start: May 3, 2014 9:00 am Start: May 3, 2014 3:00 pm Venue: Nelson Area Paddlers Phone: 434-263-7130 Address: South Powell’s Island Road, Arrington, VA 22922 (NELSON) PIEDMONT MASTER GARDENERS ANNUAL PLANT SALE Start: May 3, 2014 9:00 am Start: May 3, 2014 12:00 pm Venue: IX Building Phone: 540-974-2320 Address: 2nd Street SE, Charlottesville, VA (ALBEMARLE) OPENING DAY AT SAUNDERS BROTHERS FARM MARKET Start: May 3, 2014 9:00 am Start: May 3, 2014 5:00 pm Venue: Saunders Brothers Farm Market Phone: 434-277-5455 Address: 2717 Tye Brook Highway, Piney River, VA 22964 (NELSON) WINTERGREEN ASCENT Start: May 3, 2014 10:00 am Start: May 3, 2014 5:00 pm Venue: Wintergreen Resort Phone: 434-325-2200 Address: 39 Wintergreen Dr., Nellysford, VA 22958 (NELSON)

MAY 4 SUNDAY 14TH ANNUAL NELSON COUNTY MASTER GARDENERS PLANT SALE Start: May 4, 2014 9:00 am End: May 4, 2014 3:00 pm Venue: Rockfish Valley Ruritan Park Phone: 434-263-4035 Address: 74 Rockfish School Lane, Afton, VA 22920 (NELSON)

MAY 9 FRIDAY ROCKFISH RED 4MILER RACE AT CARDINAL POINT WINERY Start: May 9, 2014 6:00 pm Start: May 9, 2014 9:00 pm Venue: Cardinal Point Vineyards and Winery Phone: 540-456-8400 Address: 9423 Batesville Road, Afton, VA 22920 (NELSON)

MAY 10 SATURDAY ROCKFISH VALLEY VOLUNTEER FIRE AND RESCUE “PIT OF DREAMS” MUD BOG Start: May 10, 2014 9:00 am Start: May 10, 2014 6:00 pm Venue: Rockfish Valley Fire and Rescue Phone: 540-456-6465 Address: 11100 Rockfish Valley Highway, Afton, VA 22920 (NELSON) DB STEEPLECHASE TRAIL RUN Start: May 10, 2014 2:00 pm Start: May 10, 2014 6:00 pm Venue: Devils Backbone Brewing Company Phone: 434-361-1001 Address: 200 Mosby’s Run, Roseland, VA 22967 (NELSON) JOHN TRACY LIVE ON THE DECK AT CARDINAL POINT VINEYARDS Start: May 10, 2014 2:00 pm Start: May 10, 2014 5:00 pm Venue: Cardinal Point Vineyards and Winery Phone: 540-456-8400 Address: 9423 Batesville Road, Afton, VA 22920 (NELSON)

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MOUNTAIN COVE MUSIC FESTIVAL Start: May 4, 2014 11:00 am End: May 4, 2014 6:00 pm Venue: Mountain Cove Vineyards Phone: 434-973-0627 Address: 1362 Fortunes Cove Ln, Lovingston, VA 22949 (NELSON)

MOTHER’S DAY AT BRUNCH AT BLUE MOUNTAIN BREWERY Start: May 11, 2014 11:00 am End: May 11, 2014 2:00 pm Venue: Blue Mountain Brewery Phone: 540-456-8020 Address: 9519 Critzers Shop Road, Afton, VA 22920 (NELSON)

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MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH AT DEVILS BACKBONE BREWING COMPANY Start: May 11, 2014 11:00 am End: May 11, 2014 10:00 pm Venue: Devils Backbone Brewing Company Phone: 434-361-1001 Address: 200 Mosbys Run, Roseland, VA 22967 (NELSON)

CINCO DE MAYO AT WILD WOLF BREWING COMPANY Start: May 5, 2014 11:30 am End: May 5, 2014 10:00 pm Venue: Wild Wolf Brewing Company Phone: 434-361-0088 Address: 2461 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford, VA 22958 (NELSON)

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businessdirectory Auctioneers MASON AUCTION COMPANY, INC. 540-836-0258 P.O. Box 160 Nellysford, VA 22958 NELSON COUNTY A full service auction company specializing in antiques, estates & liquidations. Stillie L. Mason, Auctioneer VA License 2881 www.masonsauction.com stillie@masonsauction.com

Breweries BLUE MOUNTAIN BARREL HOUSE 434-263-4002 495 Cooperative Way, Arrington, VA NELSON COUNTY Come visit us at the Barrel House brewery and tasting room and discover where tradition meets innovation. Our tasting room is open FridaySunday, 11AM-7PM. You can enjoy a tasting flight of our available beer selections, relax with a full glass of one of our fine ales or lagers, and take a complementary tour after your purchase if you’d like to learn about our special brewing process.

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ELK MOUNTAIN CONTRACTING, LLC 540-241-9075 221 Old Tyro Lane, Tyro, VA AUGUSTA COUNTY

MOUNTAIN AREA REALTY 434-361-2440 2788 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA NELSON COUNTY

Elk Mountain Contracting has been building custom log cabins and barns for 14 years. Using stonework and reclaimed materials to compliment your project allows us to provide a historic appeal to your structure. Services Provided: Reclaimed building materials, Custom log cabins and barns, Chinking, Stonework, General Construction, Cabin and barn restorations.

Mountain Area Realty offers full real estate services for Nelson County, Wintergreen Resort, Stoney Creek, and surrounding areas. Call our office 7 days a week for immediate professional service from one of our experienced agents.

Trials • Business Law • Wills, Estates and Probate. To request an initial consultation, visit our website, www.firstlaw.pro. Advising and Representing Clients Since 1976.

WINTERGREEN REAL ESTATE 800-325-2200 3079 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford, VA NELSON COUNTY Wintergreen Real Estate Company is the founding company of Wintergreen. We are experts in resort sales, rentals and county property. We are the only company with an office on Devils Knob as well the entry of Stoney Creek.

Medical BLUE MOUNTAIN BREWERY 540-456-8020 9519 Critzers Shop Rd Afton, VA NELSON COUNTY Blue Mountain Brewery is open 7 days a week bringing the revolution of real hand-crafted American beer to our corner of the world. Eight to ten Blue Mountain drafts available at all times, local foods for lunch and dinner, local wines & family friendly.

MARTHA JEFFERSON AFTON FAMILY MEDICINE 540-456-6710 10950 Rockfish Valley Hwy Afton, VA NELSON COUNTY Family Medical Physician’s office specializing in preventive care, acute care,chronic illness care, pediatric and newborn care, women’s health, sports medicine, and geriatric medicine. All ages are welcome.

Real Estate WILD WOLF BREWING COMPANY 434-361-0088 2461 Rockfish Valley Hwy Nellysford, VA NELSON COUNTY Brewery, Restaurant, Sports Bar and Shopping Village! Our menu offers something for everyone, including Vegan, Gluten Free, daily flatbread & sushi specials. Experience the delightful creations from our kitchen using fresh, local ingredients paired with a broad selection of our hand crafted beers. Dog & kid friendly.

MARLO G. ALLEN, ASSOCIATE BROKER 434-996-3525 Nellysford, VA NELSON COUNTY When buying or selling real estate in Nelson County or Wintergreen, you can count on “That Girl” to get you results! Besides being a family business partner at Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery of Nellysford, I am also a recognized and trusted name in real estate throughout Nelson County and Wintergreen.

NELSON COUNTY TOURISM 434-263-7315 8519 Thomas Nelson Hwy Lovingston, VA NELSON COUNTY Experience the Sunrise Side of the Blue Ridge. From our mountains to the mighty James River. Wear yourself out at our wineries, breweries, cidery, and eateries. Then hit the sack in a cozy cabin or bed & breakfast.

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WINTERGREEN RESORT PREMIER PROPERTIES 434-325-8018 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen, VA NELSON COUNTY The official real estate office of Wintergreen Resort. Contact us for sales and purchases of lots, homes and condos in Stoney Creek and on the mountain.

GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH, MASSIES MILL 434-277-8926 Crabtree Falls Hwy & Tan Yard Road, Massies Mill, VA NELSON COUNTY We’re a small, caring, affirming congregation with a deep commitment to social action. Sunday services: 11 AM (Communion) and 5 PM (Celtic Evensong) Community dinner: Every Thursday at 6:30 PM. All are welcome!

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Resorts & Recreation WINTERGREEN RESORT 855-245-5011 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen, VA NELSON COUNTY Wintergreen Resort is a four-season mountain retreat on the eastern slopes of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Championship golf; seasonal skiing, snowboarding and snowtubing; an award-winning tennis program; a full-service, destination spa; indoor and outdoor pools; miles of marked hiking trails; 40,000 square feet of meeting and event space; charming lodging; and a variety of enticing dining options.

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Old Town “Camper” canoe 16 foot, Old Town “Camper” canoe, included two (2) wood paddles, seat backs, anchor, two (2) adult life preservers. Posted By: B.Krebs NELSON COUNTY 434-263-5709 $675

Queen size box spring Box spring for queen size mattress. $45. Chasingflow at hotmail dot com. Posted By: G 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen $45

Gruman Jon boat 10 foot metal Gruman Jon boat, good condition, with Minn Kota trolling motor, marine battery, paddle, anchor, no trailer, but will deliver in Nelson County. Posted By: B.Krebs NELSON COUNTY 434-263-5709 $425

LADDERBACK DINING ROOM CHAIRS Set of six solid cherry ladderback chairs, sturdy, rush seats, armless, in excellent condition. No table. These real-deal, can’t-beat-the-price chairs are to be picked up in Boonsboro section of LYNCHBURG. Moving sale. Pix upon request. Posted By: Amy 22901-22911 Charlottesville 434-384-6466 $250 3 piece bedroom set Queen headboard, double dresser with mirror, 2 drawer night stand, modern design light woodgrain color, mattress and bedframe not included. Posted By: Helen White 22938 - Faber 434-263-8211 $200

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FARM & TOOL John Deere 272 Grooming mower 1985 John Deere 272 Grooming Mower. Good condition. Garage kept, needs new blades and possibly one bearing on middle shaft. Posted By: Bill Mitchell 22969 - Schuyler 757-430-1715 $1000 Shopsmith Mark V It was bought in 1983 with the 11” band saw and 4” joiner, the starter accessory pack, the handyman accessory pack, and the craftsman accessory pack. All of the accessories are go with it. It functions as a drill press, table saw, sander, lathe, and router. All of the original manuals and instruction manuals are in great condition. There are also a large number of additional saw blades, including a dado set; a number of the supplemental blades have never been used. The total system is $575 assuming it is picked up here. Posted By: David McKenzie 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 434-361-1917 $575 Organically Raised Grass Finished Beef We have reasonably priced USDA inspected beef for sale by the pound. Our animals live healthy happy lives. Can deliver to Nellysford/Afton area. Posted By: Anne Buteau 22971 - Shipman/ Rockfish 434-263-4946 $Call for price list Round bale hay feeder Round bale hay feeder in great shape. 8ft in diameter and 50in high. Please call or text Rob at 434-989-0614 Posted By: Rob Rebitzke 22920 - Afton 434-989-0614 $190 obo

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