2012 Atlantic Canada Landscape Directory by Canadian Nursery Landscape Association

2012

Atlantic Landscape

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We are pleased to bring you our 2012 Atlantic Canada Landscape Directory. In this publication you will find listings of our members within the Atlantic associations; Landscape NS, Landscape NB, Landscape NL and Landscape PEI. In addition, you will discover useful information about this growing industry. The Atlantic Landscape Associations are trade organizations representing the provincial landscape industries. Members of the provincial green industry / horticultural associations are committed to providing quality products and services, environmentally sustainable and professional practices to the consumer. Our associations promote high standards in product quality, professional service and conduct in the horticultural trades industry; and to encourage the use of Association members by the public. This is achieved through training initiatives, industry certification, networking and encouraging environmental best practices. In 2012, the provincial landscaping associations are providing an added value to our membership by posting the 2012 Atlantic Landscape Directory on-line. Be sure to check it out on the provincial websites! We hope you take advantage of this directory and use a qualified professional to create your perfect landscaping project. Sincerely, Landscape NS PAUL MACPHEE President

Landscape NB NEIL POND President

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Landscape NL DOREEN LAYMAN President

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Letter of Introduction...........................................................................................2 Nova Scotia Board of Directors & Staff..............................................................5 - 8 NS Membership Listings.......................................................................9 2012 Awards of Excellence..........................................................14 - 15 New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island Board of Directors & Staff............................................................27 - 30 NB & PEI Membership Listings...........................................................31 2012 Awards of Excellence................................................................ 37 Newfoundland & Labrador Board of Directors & Staff...................................................................47 NL Membership Categories & Listings...................................................48 2012 Awards of Excellence.........................................................50 - 51 Ray Webber Award 2011 Recipient ...................................................................13 Certified Individuals in Atlantic Canada.......................................................58 - 59 Numbers to Remember.................................................................................... 60 Advertisers........................................................................................................61 Smart Start Check List.......................................................................................56 Metric Conversions............................................................................................62

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President Paul MacPhee MacPhee’s Landscaping Services Paul MacPhee, President of Landscape Nova Scotia, is also the owner / operator of MacPhee’s Landscaping Services. In business since 1995, he has spent the last 14 years steadily growing the company concentrating on quality customer care. Services provided include: professional design, as well as, installation and maintenance contracting. He graduated from the Nova Scotia Agricultural College with Landscape Horticulture. He has been serving on the board for several years now and continues to work closely with the association’s Spring Ideal Garden and Patio Show. 1st Vice President Peter BugDen Nutri-Lawn Peter Bugden was born in Corner Brook, NL and graduated from Acadia University with a BBA in 1977. Peter has been the owner of Nutri-Lawn franchise in Nova Scotia since 1990, serving Metro Halifax, Annapolis Valley, South Shore. He has served as Treasurer for Landscape Nova Scotia 2007 - 2010. Peter volunteers as President for Central Minor Hockey Federation and is Past President of the Dartmouth Whalers Minor Hockey Association. Treasurer LAURA COUPAR Elmsdale Landscaping Limited Laura Coupar is the Vice President of Operations at Elmsdale Landscaping Limited and has worked in various stages of the turf grass and soil production industry. This is her third year of involvement with Landscape Nova Scotia and currently serves on the Board of Directors as Treasurer. Laura graduated from Saint Mary’s university with a Commerce degree in 2007, majoring in accounting.

Past President Scott Mosher, P. Eng Terra Nova Landscaping Inc. Scott Mosher, P.Eng. Owner of Terra Nova Landscaping, graduated from the Technical University of Nova Scotia (TUNS) in 1987 with a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil). Scott is the past President of Landscape Nova Scotia and has been a Board Member for many years. Scott is married to Anne (also a Professional Engineer), and has 2 children, Ashley & David.

CNLA Representative Robin Godfrey Atlantic Gardens Ltd. Robin Godfrey is second generation owner of his family business, Atlantic Gardens and Lakeland Plant World. Robin grew up in Bedford, Nova Scotia and graduated from the University of New Brunswick in 1993 with a BBA. Upon graduation, Robin returned to Nova Scotia and the family business started by his parents Peggy and Jim Godfrey in 1968. Currently, Robin is the operations manager of the growing facility in Middle Sackville, Nova Scotia and General Manager of the retail store Lakeland Plant World in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Robin serves as the CNLA Representative on the board of Landscape Nova Scotia. Landscape Nova Scotia is the trade association of Nova Scotia’s horticultural industry, which is the original green industry. Robin resides in Hammonds Plains with his wife, Angela and their children Alexander and Marielle.

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RUSSELL BEAKHOUSE Groundcover Landscape Services Russell Beakhouse graduated from the NSCC Landscape Technician program in 1999 with honours after a career change as the Regional Manager Of Revlon Canada for 12 years. Russell has owned and operated Groundcover Landscape Services Ltd since 1999, an award winning landscape construction firm that specializes in residential landscape installations and renovations. Russell is the Chair of the Garden and Patio Show Committee, a Past President of Landscape Nova Scotia and sat on the Board of Directors for many years. He was delighted when asked to return and sit on the Board of Directors again and looks forward to lending a hand. Russell resides in Hubley, NS and has been married to Melinda for 24 years and has one daughter, Sarah. Doug BrAnnEn Shaw Brick Doug has been employed with Shaw Brick for 6 years. Currently, he holds a few roles within the Brick division including: Branch Manager of the Dartmouth location; Technical Landscape Rep for Engineers & Contractors within Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and; Contractor Certification/Trainer for SRW & ICP. Doug grew up in Lantz, Nova Scotia and still calls it home today. He graduated in 2002 with a Technical Diploma from Memorial University in St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Newfoundland. Doug is married to Rhoda and is the proud father of two beautiful girls, Gracie and Emma. TOM HEIGHWAY Maritime Lawn & Garden Tom is the owner of Maritime Lawn and Garden in Halifax. Maritime Lawn and Garden has been providing Power Equipment to Halifax and Nova Scotia for over 30 years. Tom is a graduate of Wilfrid Laurier University with a BA in Geography and Political Science. Prior to Maritime Lawn and Garden, Tom was the Regional Sales Manager for Ceridian Canada in Atlantic Canada. Tom worked for the City of London in the Forestry Department for 8 years in a variety of rolls. Tom is a Volunteer Fire Fighter in Fall River, NS. ANDREW PALMER Blomidon Nurseries Currently General Manager with Blomidon Nurseries (1970) Ltd in Greenwich, Nova Scotia, Palmer previously spent several years with an industrial equipment supply company in the golf and turf industries in Atlantic Canada where he started out as Territory Manager in 1996. His commitment to new business development and customer service earned him a promotion to Operations Manager in 1999, and, in 2008, he was promoted to General Manager, a position at which he excelled, and that prepared him for his next career challenge with Blomidon Nurseries. Originally from New Brunswick, Palmer holds a Diploma in Horticulture and Turf Management from Ontarioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s renowned University of Guelph where he graduated with honours. When not working, he enjoys a good game of golf, hockey or softball.

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RYAN STREATCH Granview Landscape Group Ryan’s education background includes completion of a under graduate degree at Dalhousie University that focused on Marketing and Economics. Other disciplines of his education include Public Relations and Project Management certification courses at NSCC, as well as golf / sport field construction and landscape installation courses at NSAC. After a few years of hiatus following his post-secondary education, Ryan entered as the 3rd generation member in the family business. Now in his 7th year with the family business, Ryan serves a multitude of roles. Ryan is the sales, marketing and communications director at MVQS. He also serves as the liaison for advertising / promotions / sales in the family’s NB based sod production company, NBQT. Ryan is also the architect behind the new company direction as National Grass See Distributor in Canada. He is both the agent and media spokesperson presenting an exciting new grass seed, RTF Water Saver - The Only Seed You’ll Ever Need. DAVID THOMPSON Weed Man and Christmas Décor David Thompson is the president of the Greenpoint group of companies, which operates Weed Man and Christmas Décor franchises throughout the Maritimes. Prior to joining this family business, David was a business lawyer for 13 years with Boyne Clarke in Dartmouth and Lang Michener in Vancouver. David presently serves on the Board of Landscape Nova Scotia and Plant Health Atlantic. David has also served on boards and committees of several charitable and community organizations, including the Halifax Chamber of Commerce, Oikocredit Atlantic, and the Savage Humanities Trust, among others. David lives in Dartmouth with his spouse Kate and his two daughters, Maya and Portia.

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This award is presented in memory of a man who was instrumental in the establishment of the three professional landscaping organizations in Atlantic Canada. Serving as Secretary of Landscape Atlantic during its formative years, Ray Webber was always there to inspire and to help. He carried the load of many and was well loved by all who knew him. Today, Landscape Nova Scotia and the Landscape New Brunswick jointly sponsor the Raymond Webber Memorial Scholarship. In the spirit of helping others attain their goals, this award is given to a promising NSAC student soon to join the industry. Selection criteria consider applicant’s academic performance and practical work skills. The faculty and teaching staff of the Landscape Horticultural Technology Program make the selection of the recipient each year. The 2011 Raymond Webber Memorial Scholarship recipient is David Crawford.

Raymond Webber Memorial Scholarship Environmental Horticulture Students Receive Awards at NSAC Landscape Nova Scotia and the New Brunswick Horticultural Association jointly award a $600 scholarship to the most promising second-year Diploma in Managed Landscapes Technology student. Selection criteria include academic performance and practical work skills. David Crawford, Dartmouth, NS, a 2nd year Environmental Horticulture Technology student, was the 2011 recipient, pictured back row, far left, in photo. Also included in photo are (back row): Swati, India, a 2nd year B.Tech. Environmental Landscape Horticulture student, presented with the $1,000 Charles M. Collins Memorial Scholarship; and Mitchell Jamieson, Pugwash, a 1st year B.Tech. Environmental Landscape Horticulture student, receiving the $1,100 Ian Neil Memorial Bursary; and front row: Sarah Brown, Truro, NS, a 4th year B.Tech. Environmental Horticulture student, recipient of the $500 John Higgins Memorial Bursary, $500 + Atlantic Association of Landscape Designers Membership. Prof. Carol Goodwin, Environmental Sciences Department and a member of NSAC’s Scholarship Committee, is shown congratulating students at NSAC’s Scholarship Banquet held November 2011.

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President neil pond Urban Landscape Ltd. Neil Pond is the President and founder of Urban Landscaping Ltd. Located in Rothesay, New Brunswick. Formed in 1989, Urban Landscaping Ltd. provides design build landscaping services as well as landscape maintenance services year round. Neil has pioneered many IPM (integrated pest management) techniques and services in his region and is a proponent of organic and organic-based lawn care approaches. Neil also established a composting and soil manufacturing division called Urban Organics which has been in operation for 10 years. Urban Organics utilizes yard waste, wood waste, and various foodbased biosolids in its operation. Finished products are sold in bulk to local medium & high-end horticultural markets. Neil is a graduate from the Nova Scotia Agricultural College in Landscape Horticulture Technology and is also a certified Master Composter. Neil is also an active member of LNBHTA (Landscape New Brunswick Horticultural Trades Association) and is currently the chair of the LNBHTA Environment Committee.

Vice President Joey Wynberg Signature Landscape

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Joey Wynberg of Signature Landscape in Moncton is a third generation Landscape Horticulturist in New Brunswick and one of the first journeyman to be designated in our new trade. He has been involved in Certification over the years and this year celebrated the birth of his second child.

Secretary Treasurer Michelle Gillespie Sun Nurseries Michelle Gillespie has been the face of Sun Nurseries as long as most people can remember. Her fit with LNB is a natural and a longstanding one, having served as Secretary Treasurer since the turn of the century (almost). We all benefit form her role as secretary Treasurer. She has a keen mind for numbers and does reasonably well with the alphabet as well. She completed her Bachelor Science in Forestry degree from UNB in 1983 and worked in Forest Genetics and Tree Improvement at J.D. Irving Ltd and Canadian Forest Service for 10 years prior to becoming Nursery Manager at Sun Nurseries. Michelle achieved her Horticultural Certificate from the University of Guelph in 1995. She currently also volunteers as Treasurer and Show Manager for The N.B. Codiak Reining Association. Past President John Evans Pro-Care Lawn and Property Maintenance John Evans has owned and operated Pro-Care Lawn and Property Maintenance for 11 years, and has been on Landscape New Brunswickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Board of Directors since 2005. He has been involved to a great degree with our Environment Committee and was instrumental in achieving at least some concessions from our Provincial Government on the Pesticide issues of late. The establishment of Plant Health Atlantic and our IPM Accreditation program is in large part due to Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s efforts. He is in year two of his Presidency, and already he has constructed some big shoes to fill.

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CNLA Rep Darrell Nameth, CLP Lawn Rangers Landscaping Darrell owns and operates Lawn Rangers Landscaping and Lawn Care/ Christmas Décor in Moncton. He has been involved with our board since 2004, serving 2 years during that time as President. Darrell is currently representing NB on the CNLA board of directors, and serves as chair of the Member Services Committee. Without Darrell’s dedication, effort and work ethic, our training programs would not be what they are today, not to mention how he has carried the ball on apprenticeship in the province.

Sherry Claybourn Shaw Brick Sherry has been with Shaw Brick for a little over 20 years, and is currently serving her first term on the LNB board. She manages their Fredericton Retail store and covers a sales territory of part of NB and the US, as well as looking after the larger buying groups (dealer coordinator). She also sits on the Board of Directors for the Fredericton chapter of the Canadian Home Builders Association.

Karen Carrier Kutting Vine Garden & Lawn Maintenance Karen was born in Truro and graduated from the Nova Scotia Agricultural College in 1993 with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Biology. While working as Greenhouse Manager at Lakeland Plant World in Dartmouth, Karen attended Mount Saint Vincent University where she completed her Bachelor of Education and went on to teach in the public schools. Looking to return to the landscape industry and the great outdoors, Karen opened Kutting Vine Garden & Lawn Maintenance in 2008. Since joining LNB, Karen has attended many seminars and courses, and obtained her IPM Turf Practitioner and Pesticide Applicator certifications. Given the opportunity to mix two career paths in one, Karen stepped forward as one of two instructors for the Landscape Horticulturist Apprenticeship program. In her first year on the LNB board, Karen has also become involved with the ACES and Environment committees.

Andrew Lawson, CLT Green Village Home and Garden After graduating from University of New Brunswick with a Bachelor of Education degree, Andrew took a summer job at Green Village Home and Garden in Fredericton, and has been working in the industry ever since, currently at Scotts Nursery. In the past 15 years in the horticulture industry, he have been an active member of the Fredericton Botanic Garden Association serving on the Board of Directors and volunteering for major fundraising events. He has also been involved with Landscape New Brunswick serving on their Board of Directors and in organizing and participating in various educational events throughout the years. Dave Milburn, B.Tech/Enviro.Hort., CLT Focal Point Landscape Design and Installation Dave‘s interest in pursuing a career in the horticulture industry was sparked while working for a local landscape company as a summer student. This interest led him to work many seasons with that particular company as well as obtain his CLT designation in landscape installation and a degree in Environmental Horticulture from the Nova Scotia Agricultural College. After gaining both educational and practical experience he opened his own landscape company Focal Point Landscape Design and Installation in Fredericton, New Brunswick. His company specializes in predominantly residential landscape installation in and around the Fredericton area. His company thrives to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and sustainability while creating outdoor spaces that customers will enjoy for a lifetime. Dave has a passion for continued education, certification and the apprenticeship program and looks forward to helping and being active in the horticulture industry progression both as a member of LNB’s board of directors and as a landscape contractor.

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Bob Osborne Corn Hill Nursery There is way too much to say of the Corn Hill Nursery founder in this little space. He started farming in 1980, grafting and growing fruit trees. Expanded gradually to include all things hardy and perennial. Built retail store in 2000. In addition to nursery work he does talks, writes, does a weekly gardening column in the Moncton Times Transcript, does a weekly gardening show on CBC Moncton. He does not golf, fish, hunt or invest in diamonds. He is a founding LNB member and has served 2 terms as president. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a mentor to us all. Ben Scholten Scholtens Landscaping Ben Scholten, owner of Scholtens Landscaping, is on his second go round on the LNB board, having served as president back in the early nineties. Ben is also a journeyman in the Landscape Horticulture trade, and serves as one of our instructors in the block training part of the program.

Jamey Smith, CLT, CLD Red Oak Landscaping Red Oak Landscaping founder, Jamey Smith, comes from a history of landscaping. Jamey gained experience working for his grandfather and uncles, becoming the third generation of landscapers in the Smith family. He went on and studied Landscape Design at Humber College in Ontario, Landscape Construction and Plant Material at Ryerson Polytechnical Institute and Landscape Design at the University of Guelph. Jamey has his Certificate of Qualification for Horticulturist Landscaper, & Greenskeeper issued by the Ministry of Skills & in 1994 Jamey established Red Oak Landscaping and incorporated his business in the year 2000. Jameyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main role on our board is to recruit more Island members, and to have them develop their own chapter. Craig Train Maritime Pavers and Stone Craig manages Maritime Pavers and Stone in Moncton and is serving his first term on our board.

Brian Sanders Sanders Gardens and Landscaping

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Brian Sanders owns and operates Sanders Gardens Landscapes and Design. He has been on the board for a couple of years, and fits right in, bringing some valuable experience from all of the areas that he has worked around the country.

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Landscape New Brunswick

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110 Wright Ave. Dartmouth, NS (902) 442-5618

www.bobcatatlantic.com

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Landscape New Brunswick

Best Commercial Lawn & Garden Maintenance Ayles Natural Landscaping

Best Residential Construction Project Under $25,000 Signature Landscape

Specialty Award (Pavers) OakView Landscaping

Specialty Award Unique Landscape Feature Signature Landscape

Best Residential Construction Project Over $25,000 Price Landscaping Services

Specialty Award (Water Feature) Urban Landscaping

Specialty Award (Design) Price Landscaping Services

Best Residential Lawn & Garden Maintenance Wanamaker’s Horticultural Services

Best Commercial Construction Project Red Oak Landscaping

Specialty Award (Lighting) Wanamaker’s Horticultural Services

At LNB’s 9th Annual Awards of Landscape Excellence Gala on Mar 24/12, Darrell Nameth was the recipient of Landscape New Brunswick’s Honorary Lifetime Member Award in recognition of his leadership, support and commitment of the Landscape Horticulture Industry. His tireless efforts and determination to see things through are much appreciated by all. A lot of it happens behind the scenes, on committee or even on the national stage, but the results of his actions filter down to the benefit of us all. Congratulations Darrell. Pictured are President Neil Pond, Past President John Evans, Darrell, and Executive Director Jim Landry.

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“Best Landscape Design” Tract Consulting for the “Tower Corporate Campus” “Best Residential Construction” Bowering Ponds and Gardens for the Jackman Residence “Best Commercial Construction” Russell’s Land Design for the PHB Building “Best Residential Maintenance” Murray’s Landscape Services for the Williams Residence “Best Commercial Maintenance” Murray’s Landscape Services for the Commonwealth War Graves Commission

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Landscape Newfoundland and Labrador’s conference for the green industry, the All Commodity Education Sessions (ACES), recognized industry members during the first Landscape Awards of Excellence Gala on Thursday March 22nd at the Comfort Inn in St. John’s. Landscape NL also celebrated their 20-year anniversary as an association at this event. LNL President Doreen Layman (left) and CNLA President Bill

The Landscape Awards of Excellence program encour- Stensson (right) recognize LNL founding members Pat Hewitt (2nd left), Michael Murray (middle) and Pamela Pippy (2nd ages landscape contractors, designers and maintenance companies to continue their efforts to raise the industry’s image by consistent use of quality materials and competent workmanship. Landscape Newfoundland and Labrador handed out five awards for the 2012 year: the award for “Best Landscape Design” went to Tract Consulting for the “Tower Corporate Campus”, the award for “Best Residential Construction” went to Bowering Ponds and Gardens for the Jackman Residence, the award for the “Best Commercial Construction” went to Russell’s Land Design for the PHB Building, the award for “Best Residential Maintenance” went to Murray’s Landscape Services for the Williams Residence, and the award for the “Best Commercial Maintenance” went to Murray’s Landscape Services for the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. Congratulations to all of our winning member companies! LNL also recognized Volunteer of the Year, Don Barry with Servicemaster Greenlawn, as well as our association founding members. The founding members in attendance included Pat Hewitt with Emerald Sod, Pamela Pippy with Pamela Pippy Landscape Design, and Michael Murray with Murray’s Horticultural Services Ltd. Special guest Canadian Nursery Landscape Association President Bill Stensson was in attendance and brought greetings on behalf or their board and over 3600 members across Canada. Winners of Landscape Newfoundland and Labrador’s provincial awards will be entered in the Canadian Nursery Landscape Associations (CNLA) National Awards of Landscape Excellence, competing with entries from all over Canada. Landscape Newfoundland and Labrador and the CNLA’s Landscape Awards of Excellence programs highlight the importance of sustainable landscapes to the well-being and beauty of Canada’s increasingly urban environment. The programs recognize the key role played by landscape design, installation and maintenance companies, parks boards and other horticulturists in executing the best management practices that protect our environment including: water cleanliness and conservation; pest management; air quality; waste reduction; and plant selection. The two-day ACES conference included presentations for garden centres, nursery and greenhouse growers, lawn care companies and landscape construction/designers to help them prepare for the upcoming season. The event concluded with Landscape Newfoundland and Labrador’s Annual General Meeting on Friday evening.

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Three benefits of landscaping: Economic, Environmental, and Lifestyle....

Sustainable landscapes are an investment and begin from the ground up. Ensure the success of your landscape projects. Take this Smart Start Checkup:

R Confer with a professional when developing your design.

A landscape architects or designer can work with you to maximize your propertyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s natural potential which will save you dollars in the long run.

R Have your landscape design installed by a professional company.

LNS recommends hiring a company that has a Certified Horticultural Technician on staff, obtaining three written quotes, asking for references from all contractors and ensure they have a Workersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Compensation Board Clearance Letter and proof of Liability Insurance.

R Maximize on site soils and include at least six inches of settled top soil /

compost mixture in your landscape installation. Soil depth is a direct link to water retention, plant health and pest prevention.

R Understand what warranties will be covered on your landscape materials.

Plant and sod are living materials that require regular watering and maintenance. Ask your building contractor and landscape designer what conditions apply.

R Consider biodiversity of native plants and hardscape features in your design.

There are so many design options available that lead to healthy and sustainable landscapes. Explore the possibilities with your designers.

The Landscape Industry Associations has very specific specifications for sodding, seeding, trees

Be sure to look for this logos.

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_____ Acres

(100 Hectares x 2.471 = 247.1 Acres)

_____ Square Yard x 0.836 = _____ Square Meters (100 Sq. Yards x 0.836 = 83.6 Sq. Meters)

_____ Square Meters x 1.196 = _____ Square Yards (100 Sq. Meters x 1.196 = 119.6 Sq. Yards)

_____ Inches

x 2.54 = _____ Centimetres (12 Inches x 2.54 = 30.48 Centimetres)

_____ Centimetres x 0.3937 = _____ Inches (50 Centimetres x 0.3937 = 19.68 Inches)

_____ Hectares

x 0.914 = ______ Meters (100 Yards x 0.914 = 91.4 Meters)

_____ Meters

x 1.094 = _____ Yards (100 Meters x 1.094 = 109.4 Yards)

_____ Yards

x 1.609 = _____ Kilometres (100 Miles x 1.609 = 80.45 Kilometres)

_____ Kilometres x 0.621 = _____ Miles (50 Kilometres x 0.621 = 31.05 Miles)

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_____ Miles

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