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CABIN COMPLETION • TO THE RESCUE • HE WAS IN WAS • HIGHER AUTHORITIES PG. 28 PG. 14 PG. 25 PG. 26

Stoney Creek (at the entrance) 3079 Rockfish Valley Highway

Wintergreen Mountain (next to spa) 121 Blue Ridge Drive

1-800-325-2200

WINTERGREEN MOUNTAIN 117 DEVILS KNOB LOOP $739,000

WINTERGREEN MOUNTAIN 2129 LAUREL SPRINGS DRIVE $579,000

WINTERGREEN MOUNTAIN 300 DEER SPRINGS LANE $459,000

WINTERGREEN MOUNTAIN 15 SHENANDOAH RIDGE CT $449,900

WINTERGREEN MOUNTAIN 27 SUMMIT LANE $399,900

WINTERGREEN MOUNTAIN HIGHLANDS CONDOS #1427 $250,000

WINTERGREEN MOUNTAIN FAIRWAY WOODS CONDOS #2136 $259,900

STONEY CREEK AT WINTERGREEN 21 BLACK WALNUT DRIVE $550,000

STONEY CREEK AT WINTERGREEN 38 CEDAR MEADOW COURT $579,900 19 Acres off RT 151

STONEY CREEK AT WINTERGREEN 320 STONE ORCHARD DRIVE $394,000

STONEY CREEK AT WINTERGREEN 36 KNOLL LANE $299,000

NELSON COUNTY CRITZER SHOP RD **LAND** $579,000

P.O. Box 747/3079 Rockfish Valley Highway | Wintergreen, V A 22958 | (434) 361-0500 (800) 325-2200 NELSON COUNTY LIFE AUGUST 2010

WINTERGREEN STONEY CREEK NELSON COUNTY and SURROUNDING AREAS (800) 361-5155 (434) 361-2440

Visit our website at www.MountainAreaRealty.com NELSON COUNTY Pigeon Hill Parcels

107 Satinwood Lane

Charming home on 1.36 acres with gorgeous mountain views. Energy efficient, 3BR, 2.5BA, den, garage and finished space with gas stove in lower level. Amazing conservatory with radiant heat and gas chiminea. Large screened porch, hot tub, extensive landscaping, walled rock garden area, organic garden plot, small shed and 1-car garage. Minutes to Nellysford and Wintergreen Resort and just 35 minutes to C’ville and W’boro. $287,000 Call Julie Bendle 434 996-8669

Located in one of the most scenic, unspoiled areas of Nelson County, these lots are just a short drive from the Blue Ridge Parkway, Crabtree Falls, Montebello, the Tye River and much more! Pigeon Hill Road Lot 3- 11.81 acres – Wooded lot with view potential, long road frontage on public road, numerous building sites to choose from. $109,950 Pigeon Hill Road Lot 4 - 11.35 acres – Private wooded parcel with two creeks. Potential mountain views. $99,950

Shadow Mountain Cabins on Crabtree Falls Highway

The possibilities are endless. 23.45 gorgeous mountain top acres with trails/ roads throughout the property, underground phone and electric in place. The two cabins are being used as vacation rentals. The first is a beautiful hand hewn log cabin which was built in 2006, 874 sqft, 2BR, 2BA. The second has a rustic board and batten exterior with 1210 finished sqft, 864 unfinished sqft, 2BR and 2BA. Cabins are furnished and tastefully decorated. Great family retreat, recreational camp or investment property. $850,000

1320 Old Ridge Road

This like new home boasts nearly 2600 finished sf of living space! Stunning mountain views! Features include 4BR, 3.5BA, family/rec room in the basement, laminate flooring, spacious eat-in kitchen, and more. Located on a private 2.4 acre lot. Sunny nearly level yard. All the conveniences of city living with tons of privacy! 35 min to C’ville. Price reduced! $249,900 Call Chastity Morgan 434 941-5883

STONEY CREEK 33 Lakeside Close

142 Saddle Ridge

Charming 3BR, 2.5BA end unit townhome on Lake Monocan. Lake and mountain views in this exclusive, desirable community. Landscaped with mature flower gardens. Two level decks, 2 parallel driveways. New roof 2009. Near all Wintergreen amenities. $369,000 Call Sharon Stacey 434 962-0719

The lovely and mature yard provides the privacy, the rear creek amplifies the ambiance, and the golf course adds the amenity-what a premier location-and, oh, see the views of the Crawford’s Knob Mountain! The main house has 3BR, 3.5BA, and the apartment-separated by breezeway-with rec room, fam room, washer, dryer, kitchenette down and private bedroom and bath up is perfect for guests or renters. Significant renovations in 2004 and special TLC since put this in beautiful, move in condition. $629,000 WPI Call John McKeithen 434 906-0427

WINTERGREEN RESORT Overlook 1627

243 Crawfords Edge

You can see forever from this top floor Overlook condo! Look out over skiers in the winter and the fireworks in the summer. With 4BR (2 Master suites) and 4BA, there is lots of room for family and friends. Large deck for entertaining and relaxing. Close to golf, tennis, The Devils Grille and the Wintergarden Spa. Rental history available! Sold furnished. Check out the view! $439,000 WPI

This may be the best value on the mountain for a year round view home in move-in condition. Priced well below tax assessment and below recent appraisal this architecturally designed 3BR, 3BA home has been beautifully updated with new kitchen and baths, siding, roof, deck, skylights, and interior and exterior paint. Tastefully furnished. $545,000 WPI Call Pam McKeithen 434 906-0426

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Nelson County Habitat for Humanity would like to thank all those who supported this year’s golf tournament at the Stoney Creek Golf Course - those who golfed, those who worked and those whose gifts helped make our 19th house possible. Breakfast Sponsor Tom Brokamp, The Lovingston Café Tournament and Prize Sponsors Andrew Minton Jewelers Angie Lindquist Crutchfield Devil’s Knob Golf Pro Shop Eades Distillery Board of Directors Edible Arrangements Fast Frame Harris Teeter Jeanette Gatje John Lauler King Family Vineyard Live Arts Nancy Lauler

Olivate Restaurant Paul Davis Richard Pietrowicz Stoney Creek Golf Pro Shop Stu Harvey Veritas Vineyards and Winery Wachovia Bank Wintergreen Real Estate Wintergreen Spa (Wintergarden) Wintergreen Resort Wood Grill Restaurant Hole Sponsors Alan and Jenny Simpson Basic Necessities Creation Appreciation Doug and Mary Wolf Dr. Diana Marchibroda Monroe Products

Montagne Klein Camden LLP Mountain Area Realty No Name Whiners nTelos Rice and Rice Dentistry Saunders Brothers Stoney Creek Pharmacy Sutphen Corporation Wintergreen Premier Properties Golf Lessons Andrew Bissonette Brandon Cavanaugh Dave Moga Eric Woodward Geoff Redgrave Shawn Fronk Steve Potter Tim Crandall

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basic necessities ........................... 7 cover story ............................. 9 this old house ............................ 18 this new house ........................... 18 at home with marlo ................... 23 sam’s garden .............................. 32 askthedr...................................... 33 the perfect fit ............................. 33 leisure guide .............................. 34 datebook ................................... 36 classifieds ................................... 38 comics.........................................39

on the cover Photographer: Norm Shafer The batteau “Rosalee” leaves Scottsville, Virginia on the fifth leg of the 25th anniversay of the annual James River Batteau Festival. Story on page 9.

from thepublishers Only Adam would go to the beach and find himself a pine cone. Or, as he would say it, “nine cone.” Just wait until he figures out the swimming thing. After putting an issue to bed, the last thing I want to do is refocus my pair of eyes on a stack of word-filled paper. While on vacation at our undisclosed location, I broke my rule and read Beautiful Swimmers: Watermen, Crabs and the Chesapeake Bay by William W. Warner. It is the book to read when you are on the bay, especially when you are pregnant. Because crabs wear their skeletons on the outside of their bodies, the only way their bodies can grow is by molting. As a female crab approaches her final molt, the male crab becomes restless and begins a courtship. Sometimes the coquettish female plays hard-to-get but ultimately, the male cradles her and she begins to molt, revealing a mature body that is ready for mating. In a lovers’ embrace, the pair swim attached as the relationship is consummated over a period of several hours. The female is now a sook. At this point, various animals in the kingdom leave their mate. Not the blue crab. He stays with the sook for a good 48 hours more until her soft

shell hardens up, cradling her to safer waters. Only then will the Jimmy leave so that the sook can rest up and give birth in the spring. After the spring spawn, the now older females spend the rest of their lives in the water, volunteering, playing bridge with the ladies, etc. Sometimes, they go on what’s called a “summer run,” visiting the waters of their youth. One last visit to the place they fulfilled their purpose of becoming mothers. And as a new wave of mating “doublers” pass before them, they float away into deeper waters and die. We should all swim so beautifully. Enjoy! Yvette and Tommy Stafford

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PHOTOGRAPHY by TOMMY STAFFORD

luna-see Five area brewers gathered at Starr Hill in Crozet to work on a special brew to be released at this year’s Brew Ridge Trail Music Festival. “It’s a new style that’s been made popular on the west coast called a Black IPA,” says Jacque Landry, partner & brewer at South Street Brewery in Charlottesville. “All of us sort of collaborated on this recipe.” For details about the brews available at this year’s Festival, turn to page 37.

A night to dance by the light of the moon

Wine, Music, and Dancing under a Full Moon Friday, August 20 7-10pm

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For reservations or more information: 434.361.2519 or www.wintergreenwinery.com NELSON COUNTY LIFE AUGUST 2010

2nd Annual

Birth of Democracy Festival Friends of Democracy! Join us for our 2nd annual festival of wines, vines and celebrations. Friday August 27 – Lovingston Café Wine Pairing Dinner at 7:30 p.m. Lovingston Café will host a delicious wine pairing dinner featuring four of Democracy Vineyards’ wines. For $39 per person, enjoy an elegant summer menu of crab balls and sundried trout appetizers with Declaration; green salad and Cherry Caesar dressing with Unum; main course of filet mignon with potatoes and green beans paired with Velvet Revolution; and finale dessert of apple pie with cheeses accompanied by Village View Gold. Attendance is limited so make your reservations now by contacting us at info@democracyvineyards.com or 434-964-6124. Saturday August 28 – Noon to 4 p.m - Festival in the vineyard! Just off Rt. 718. We may not have a tasting room yet but you can visit the vineyard and taste and/or buy some Democracy Vineyards wine. Non-alcoholic refreshments will also be available. Bring your picnic blankets and baskets! Burgers and hot dogs available for purchase from the Nelson Ruritans. $10/pp; under 21/free. Saturday August 28 – Blessing of the Harvest - 5 p.m. Join us for a tradition dating back to biblical times, the annual blessing of the harvest with Reverend Debbie Powell of Nelson United Methodist Church. No charge.

For more information, go to www.democracyvineyards.com

basicnecessities By Kay Pfaltz www.basicnecessities.com www.kaypfaltz.com

Summertime wines Summertime, and the living is‌better with a glass of wine. Remember childhood summers? Running barefoot, chasing fireflies, lying in the cool cut grass of evening staring up at the stars, or feeling the steamy warmth after a shower? But more than anything, the sense that summer was timeless—long, sunlit days yawned and stretched into eternity. School was out and we could be lazy, languid and listless. It didn’t matter where we grew up, we all shared that slowed-down, livin’ is easy sense of summer. Yet it seems as the human race works harder, rushes more and pushes for faster technologies we need more than ever to slow down. (Although maybe in Nelson County we’ve found the last bastion of yesterday’s paradise.) A week ago, one of my wine tasters told me that she wanted to slow down but in order to stop and just be, she needed a glass of wine—not the alcohol, but the ritual. Perhaps we can all stop for a moment and breathe in summer’s warmth, with or without wine. The following are summertime sippin’ wines. Pull the cork and sloooow down.

Domaine Lalanne – Produced in the heart of Gascony, Armagnac country, Lalanne is a blend of 40 % Colombard, 30 % Gros Manseng and 30 % Ugni Blanc. It’s light and refreshing with notes of candied lemons, lemon grass and hay. A nice change from Pinot Grigio. $10.99 Domaine de l’HĂŠmonière, Sauvignon Blanc, Touraine – Touraine could be considered the heartland of the Loire. It’s an area that produces a lot of young, fruity Gamay-based wines, and the white counterpart to these is the young, spritely Sauvignon Blanc. Look for racy, grassy, grapefruit notes, without the minerality or maturity of neighboring Sancerre, but without the price tag either. This little Touraine is beautiful chilled well and sipped over lunch or on its own. Pair with oysters, fish or goat cheeses. $12.99 Schilcher Sekt Strohmeier - The beautiful amber-colored sparkling rosĂŠ from Austria is for the person who’s tried everything. Totally unique it’s made from 100 % Blauer Wildbacher. Dry, with yeasty, baked bread notes and a touch of rhubarb on the nose. Perfect for pairing with cheeses, salmon, olives or cold vegetables. I popped the cork

and sat with a friend—a pond before us, the mountains around us and, as the sun lowered swapping the heat of the day for the warmth of the wine within us, the moment was magical. $19.99. No added sulfites. Domaine de la MordorÊe, Tavel – If Tavel is the king of rosÊs, then MordorÊe (meaning woodcock) may well be the king of southern Rhône producers. There’s an argument for it anyway. Owned and run by brothers Fabrice and Christophe Delorme, the 135-acre estate produces outstanding wines. As if it were not enough that Christophe is tall, handsome and a dedicated family man, he’s also a dedicated winemaker (and terroirist) and an ardent supporter of organic viticulture. No herbicides, pesticides or fungicides go into any of his wine. His Tavel is a big wine—deep, dark rosÊ in color, more amber and almost red. But it’s loaded with fruit. Look for orange blossom, strawberries, watermelons and cherries. This is the red wine-drinker’s summer drink. Perfect match for barbecue, grilled meats, Asian cuisine and cheese. $22.99 Join Kay in the Southern Rhône Valley in April 2011. Kpfaltz@cstone.net

CafĂŠ Wine and Cheese Shop 2226 Rockfish Valley Highway Nellysford, Virginia ph: 434.361.1766 www.basicnecessities.us

A taste of Europe in the Blue Ridge!

Reintroducing Afternoon Tea! Don your white gloves and hat and join us for afternoon scones with Devon cream & jam and a pot of tea. Sandwiches and petits fours too. Purple hats or gloveless customers allowed. Catch a glimpse of the Queen...or maybe just a Corgi. Dinner served Thurs. through Sat. Lunch served Tue. through Sat. Brunch on Sunday Note: No longer serving dinner on Wednesday nights, but taking reservations for private parties. Call in advance. Hours: Tuesday & Wednesday 10am-6pm Thursday 10am-8pm Friday-Saturday 10am-10pm Reservations advised for weekend dinners. Sunday Brunch 10am-3pm

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STORY by JENNIE TAL PHOTOGRAPHY by NORM SHAFER

Roger Nelson, on being called a river rat: “I’ve been called a lot worse. But yea, we’re called river rats, yes we are.”

“We’re river men.”

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The Cottage at Rodes Farm

Charming Vacation and Event Rental • Next to historic 1840’s Rodes Farm Inn • Gorgeous views • Overlooks fishpond, pool and tennis courts • Walk to stables • Renovated cottage sleeps up to 8 • Screened porch and deck • Minutes to Nellysford and Wintergreen • 30 minutes to Charlottesville • The “Red Barn” is available for events! For rates, availability or more info call Julie Bendle at 434 996-8669 or e-mail Bendle5@aol.com

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The crew of the batteau “Rosalee” pushes the boat free from a ledge as they make their way from Bent Creek to Wingina. The low level of the James River made this leg particularly difficult. Captain Byrne Nelson catches a quick nap (opposite). The grueling eight day James River Batteau Festival is comprised of 8 legs that take the hand-made wooden boats 120 miles from Lynchburg to Maiden’s Landing near Richmond.

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Roger and Byrne Nelson grew up on the James River. But not until this year did they truly experience it. For eight days, the brothers lived, worked, slept, and ate on the river in their handmade batteau as part of the 25th anniversary of the James River Batteau Festival. They put the boat in the water one day before the official June 19 start of the festival that started in Lynchburg and ended the following Saturday 120 miles down the river at Maiden’s Landing. According to his brother, Byrne has been participating in the festival on and off since it started. And Roger, who lives in Wingina, started crewing a few years ago on a boat belonging to their good friend Charlie Davis.

“But Byrne wanted to be more involved with the festival this year,” said Roger. And involved they got. Together with another family friend, Dave Bryan, the brothers spent nearly four months dedicated to their batteau. But because of the perpetual winter we seemed to have, they couldn’t start the actual construction until March 13. “We worked just about every Friday, Saturday and Sunday all day long and on into the night,” said Roger who is vice president of the Virginia Canals and Navigation Society which helps organize the batteau festival. “And then we worked Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday nights.”

“I loved being on that river with everybody. Everybody brings something individually out there. Everybody is different. Every boat is different. Every crew is different. But it’s good that they all come together and do a historic reenactment of an event,” said Byrne, who lives in Buckingham County. “I really enjoy participating in keeping something like this alive.” Roger Nelson, head boatman of the batteau “Rosalee” tries to figure out a different route through a small rapid on the James River after getting hung up on the rocks.

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Roger Nelson, head boatman, works the front sweep aboard the batteau “Rosalee” Monday June 21, 2010 as the boat travels down the James River on the third leg of the 25th anniversary of the James River Batteau Festival. Byrne Nelson jokes with Brian Coffield, of Boyd Tavern (below left). Zac Howie poles the “Rosalee” along the James River during the 120 mile trip. A very tired Ned Nelson gets a pointer from his uncle Byrne Nelson, as the “Rosalee” arrives in Wingina (below right). Although the 8-day trip is quite arduous the crew still found time to relax and enjoy themselves.

Roger, like his brother and many other members of the Virginia Canals and Navigation Society, has a real passion for the James. Next year, he’ll be the organization’s president and in addition to a membership drive, he has lofty aspirations. “My goal is to see the Canal Society move into a building. There are all these artifacts from the big dig in Richmond and we need a small museum,” said Roger. “It’ll take a while, it won’t happen overnight, but we’ll get it done. It’s one of my goals in life.” Though the brothers worked on the batteau with some friends, they made it a family affair and named the batteau Rosalee after their mother. Many of the other boats were named after places or other people (mostly men), but Roger said Rosalee sounded river-like and they all decided that it would be nice to honor their mother who passed away in 1994. “Dave didn’t have any problem with that,” he said. “Mom had us down on the river when we were little kids. She was an avid canoeist when she was young. I have a photo of her in the Delaware river canoeing solo back in the ‘40s.” For this 25th anniversary run of the James River Batteau Festival, 25 batteaux launched from Lynchburg on June 19. And it wasn’t always easy getting down the river. “It was hot and the water was low. Some of these folks have ten years on us. I’m 57 and I was taking a beating,” said Roger. Only 19 batteaus went the full 120 miles, but many of those got through thanks in part to the Nelson brothers and their crew. In fact, as they were helping eight batteaus through the rocks, they missed the 25th anniversary celebration in Roger’s hometown, where many of the festivals founders lived. By the time they got close to Wingina, a couple batteaus were already stuck in the rocks, but the Nelsons found another way. But batteaus kept coming through and kept getting stuck. So after getting those batteaus out of the rocks and around the other side of the river, they formed a little group and picked up the rocks to make a little dam to prevent any more incidents. Do they wish they’d made it to the celebration instead? “I have no regrets, it’s good to help people,” said Roger, happily. “Some of those boats probably would have been out there all night long.” “We all put our own personalities into it,” added Byrne. “We just work together for a common goal: getting down the river and having a good time.” NCL

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Once upon a time, STORY by JENNIE TAL PHOTOGRAPHY by NORM SHAFER

This cabin owned by Jeffrey and Kay Fracher was recently rebuilt in Afton. The cabin was owned by Kay’s father. He bought it in the 1950’s and had it moved from the Blue Ridge Parkway to his land in Glass Hollow.

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James Webb bought some property in a hollow off Route 151 and brought to it an old, very old cabin. Now, his daughter, Kay Fracher, is visiting that Afton cabin as often as she can. But, as with most fairy tales, there’s a little bit more to the story than that.

During the restoring of Jeffrey and Kay Fracher’s cabin the bottom row of logs was found to be rotten. Luke Furrow of Riverview Construction had to dig out the old foundation and pour a new one, and completely rechink the logs. Luke (bottom, at right) restored the cabin with the help of employee Adin Ray.

James lived in Waynesboro but his father, Julian Webb, started the Blue Ridge Veneer Plant at the foot of Afton Mountain. James wanted very badly to buy some property on Glass Hollow, but since he wasn’t from there originally, it was hard to find anyone to sell him the land. But he was smart and came up with a plan: he had a friend from the plant purchase the land and then sell it to him the next day. James also found an abandoned 2-story hand hewn cabin up off the Blue Ridge Parkway, bought it, had it moved to his new 54-acre property and re-assembled it as a one story cabin with a bathroom. He caused quite a stir, but everything was forgiven when James got the first telephone in the hollow and invited all of his new neighbors to use it as they please. And that’s how the Webbs ended up in the hollow. But James died ten years later and his wife passed away in the early 1990s and it’s been difficult for his two grown children to keep up with the place. “I didn’t like to go over there,” said Kay. “It was pretty funky.” But now that Kay and her husband Jeff are retired, they decided to give life back to the cabin – which is about 200 years old. Their original budget was $25,000 but they ended up doing about $90,000 of work on the place. But now the 20-by-40-foot main room has a fully functional kitchen, a big open space with a fireplace and there’s a bathroom with all new fixtures. They have a bed, reading chairs and a very cozy living space. But no TV and no Internet. And both say the money was well spent. “We walk, hang out with the dogs, read,” said Jeff. “It’s just as beautiful as Nelson County can be.” NCL

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Private Lot with 3BR home. Enjoy the Summer on your large deck without a neighbor in sight. Immaculate home, in great condition. Open floor plan with kitchen and dining open to great room. Stone wood burning fireplace. .75 private acres. Sold furnished and with WPI. Listed at $369,000 by Kim Chappell and www.ExperienceWintergreen.com (479106)

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RoseWood Village: The Madison Villa - 1 level living, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, gourmet granite kitchen, sunroom, hardwoods, superb craftsmanship, and many features of Universal Design. Never worry again about exterior maintenance, yard work, gutter cleaning, etc. - it’s all handled for you by the RoseWood Village Association. $439,000. Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (455683)

3221 North Ridge Top level, loft style 3 bedroom furnished condo at a great price! Shenandoah Valley views, custom cabinets and shutters, tastefully furnished and in great condition. WPI. Only $199,750, Listed by Steve Marianella 434-566-1293. (472766)

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Wonderful Three bedroom condo in newest building (2004) in Stone Ridge. Next to Wintergarden Spa, Devils Knob Restaurant and golf course. Short walk to Devils Knob Tennis-GREAT location! Nice condition and sold furnished ready to use now. Priced at $259,900 which INCLUDES Wintergreen recreational equity membership furnished by seller. That’s a $17000 value! Call Steve Marianella at 434-566-1293. (464279)

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78 Deer Springs Lane

Beautiful corner lot in Wintergreen Resort. .41 acre with easy access in a popular area of the resort. Quick ride to golf, tennis, restaurants and skiing. $89,900. Call Kim Chappell, 434-2382430. www.ExperienceWintergreen.com (453853)

437 Stoney Creek East Lot – Listed for $115,000

11 Dripping Rock Lane Build this custom home or choose from other plans with one of the areas most respected builders. High ceilings, custom touches throughout this new home. One level living, private lot, great value for a new home at Wintergreen Resort. $395,000 Call Steve Marianella for details at 434-566-1293. (460942)

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87 Firtree Drive

What an incredible value for a home with winter views of the Rockfish Valley. Priced to sell, this 4 bedroom, 3 bath home conveys furnished and features a spacious great room and dining room combination with vaulted ceiling. Large windows and deck. New carpet throughout. Located close to the Mountain Inn Village. WPI. Offered at $364,990. Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (473915)

21 Indian Point Trail Stunning 4BR home with many custom features and amenities. Enjoy the deck, great room, two stone fireplaces, private spa, excercise room and wine tasting room. Lots of bonus space with a second den and loft library/game room. Soaring windows with views. $999,000. Listed by Joan Mummery 434-531-5033 and Kim Chappell 434-238-2430 (466188)

30 Mulligan Lane RoseWood Village: The Madison - a golf villa featuring a 1st floor master, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, gourmet granite kitchen, sunroom, hardwoods, superb craftsmanship, and many features of Universal Design. RoseWood is a 55+ active adult community located in the valley of Wintergreen’s Stoney Creek. $529,000. Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (455056)

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Large 5BR home on Devil’s Knob Golf Course. Enjoy golf views from your deck or great room. Lower level with suite including BR, BA, extra LR and FP. Close to resort amenities including a WTG shuttle stop. Sold with WPI. Listed for $369,00 by Kim Chappell and www.ExperienceWintergreen. com (468727)

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SALE! SALE! SALE! My clients are offering their fabulous one bedroom Tanners Ridge for pennies on the dollar, $99,500, until July 31, 2010! This is as good as it gets! Now is the time to buy your own golf villa! We haven’t seen this price for a Tanners Ridge in years! Wood burning fireplace, new kitchen w/top appliances, breakfast bar, private terrace for early morning relaxation. Walk to spa, tennis center, golf, fitness center, indoor pool, hiking trails! Sold beautifully furnished! WPI, Offer price: $99,500, Contact Thomasina Shealey, REALTOR, mobile: 703.328.8680, email: bastide@ earthlink.net, (472909

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Build this mountain getaway cottage on prime 1/2 acre lot with views at Wintergreen. Shenandoah Valley Construction will build this bright and open two level home with fireplace, granite counters and custom cabinets. Includes WPI. $499,000. Call Steve Marianella at 434-566-1293 (460944)

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Don’t miss previewing this 5 bedroom home (4 bedrooms/library). Amazing value! Beautifully decorated! Chef ’s kitchen w/granite countertops, breakfast bar, great room w/ fireplace, two master suites, library, 2 car garage, Perfect for entertaining! Excellent investment revenue. Enjoy your Wintergreen mountain home and your investment income! 2007 (27,664.00), 2008 ($21,776), 2009 ($14,787), 2010 year to date (7,814.00), Walk to golf, tennis, dining, WPI. Offer price: $440,000, Contact Thomasina Shealey, REALTOR, mobile: 703.328.8680, email: bastide@earthlink.net (467468)

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2105 Fairway Woods

Income producing property made $15,000 in 2008 and still left plenty of time for owner to use it. Great location on Golf Course and short walk to Spa, Clubhouse, Devils Grill, Pool, Nature Foundation and Tennis. Easy shuttle ride down to slopes and Mountain Inn. Fully furnished and ready to go. This 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo priced at $199,000 with WPI will not last long! Call Rod & Christy Phillips at 434-9876399. (469491)

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Only steps away from the Blue Ridge Express chairlift, Mountain Inn, restaurants, shops, playground and Treehouse. One of the best locations on the mountain. Very good rental income. Shows great with newer carpet and appliances. Located in the first Dobie building, so it’s an easy, flat walk out to the slopes and all the other amenities. Turn-key ready to use. WPI included. Priced at $349,000. Call Rod and Christy Phillips at 434-987-6399 (469430)

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One of the few newer homes under 400 at Wintergreen, this cozy mountain cabin is in a great location within walking distance of the Wintergarden Spa and Pools. Free Shuttle stops right out front and can take you to skiing,tennis,restaurants etc. Home comes furnished, and includes WPI. Fireplace in Family room,hardwood floors, great condition. Only $382,500 Listed by Steve Marianella 434-566-1293 (473073)

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2036 Stone Ridge Great furnished two bedroom in immaculate shape. Perfect location to enjoy the cool summers of Wintergreen overlooking golf and mountains. WPI $225,000 Call Steve Marianella at 434-566-1293. (466509)

1004 Stoney Creek East

Own this rare golf front cottage and live the country club life. Walk out your back door to the golf course; dine at the club house; play a match of tennis; relax and enjoy the mountain views. Short drive to Wintergreen Mountain with a host of other fun activities. Nice flow to this ‘like new’ home which has lots of upgrades and quality details. Family room could be used as a 4th bedroom (no closet). Covered back porch for entertaining and enjoying the great outdoors. Great price at $399,900. Christy Phillips 434-987-6388. (473963)

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I really love numbers, but I never have enough space… In a nut shell, the Nelson County real estate market is showing some signs of improvement. More properties are selling, but not necessarily for more money. Here is a midyear snapshot. Land Countywide Summary; midyear - 27 parcels of land sold countywide. That is up from 19 parcels sold by midyear 2009. Countywide inventory is higher; there are currently 289 active land listings as compared to 256 this time last year. Wintergreen (Mountain); midyear - 4 lots have sold with an average price of $105,000 and a median of $122,500. This same time last year, only 2 lots had sold. There are currently 62 active lots at a median asking price of $99,700 compared to 51 lots at a median of $110,000 in midyear 2009. Stoney Creek; midyear - 6 lots have sold. Last year only 2 lots had

sold by midyear. While more lots have sold in 2010 the median price has dropped to $88,000 from a median of $110,000 in 2009 year end. There are currently 73 lots for sale at median lot price of $112,900. County Properties (Excluding Wintergreen & Stoney Creek); midyear - 17 parcels of land sold. In comparison to midyear 2009, more land has sold and at a higher price per acre. Residential Countywide Summary; midyear – 87 homes have sold with an average price of $314,017 ($163 sq ft), median of $267,000, and average days on market (DOM) of 161; only 14 of these properties sold for more than $500,000 while 32 sold for under $200,000. Midyear 2009, 49 homes had sold at an average price of $353,123 ($183 sq ft), median of $280,000. There are currently 425 homes for sale with an average asking price of $417,377 ($206 sq ft) compared to this time last year in which

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397 homes were for sale. Attached Homes (Condos/ Townhouses); midyear – 21 condos (compared to 12 midyear of 2009) sold at an average price of $190,424 ($184 sq ft), median of $164,000, and DOM of 167. There are 137 condos available for purchase at an average asking price of $238,144 ($216 sq ft), median of $214,900, and DOM of 268. Wintergreen Detached Homes; midyear - 28 homes have sold at an average price of $468,036 ($203 sq ft), median of $422,000, and DOM of 200. Midyear 2009 only 15 homes had sold. There are 104 active homes with an average asking price of $509,807 ($214 sq ft) and median of $454,000 and DOM of 207. Stoney Creek Detached Homes; midyear - 6 homes have sold at an average price of $413,317 (160 sq ft), median of $395,950 and DOM of 177. (Only 1 home sold above 500k) There are 40 active homes with an

average asking price of $628,018 ($206 sq ft), median of $509,500, and DOM of 241. County Detached Homes (excluding Wintergreen & Stoney Creek); midyear - 32 homes have sold compared to 17 midyear 2009. The average price increased by 22k but the median dropped by 40k to $185,000. DOM dropped from 186 to 119. This is not a market analysis for your specific property. Variables such as location within the county, 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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887 Rockfish Orchard Drive 4Br/4Ba; 3,100 sq ft; 4.88 Acres MLS #477947; $469,000 Think about it… if you go to the beach, you want to be beach front. So why move to the mountains and not be “mountain front”? Living in the mountains has a whole new meaning, from this quality crafted one-owner home, designed specifically to bring in the mountain views. Enjoy every season to the fullest from this exceptional home with lots of windows throughout and floor to ceiling windows on main level in dining room, living room, and master bedroom. You can cook, dine, relax, and even wake up to the stunning mountain views. Home has a bright, open flow and lots of space including a full finished basement, first floor master suite, home office, family room or optional 5th bedroom, two car garage with storage or workshop, and a private back deck. Other interior features include cathedral ceiling, hardwood floors, floor to ceiling stone fireplace, solid wood trim and doors, walk-in closets, upgraded bathrooms, and gas heat. The exterior is landscaped and partially fenced with a sunny yard, peach trees, garden spot, and paved driveway. The home resides along a cul-de-sac at the very top of the hill on one of the most private parcels in Rockfish Orchard boasting several community ponds. It is also situated less than a mile from 151 for an easy commute. Approximate Distances: 8 miles to Skyline Dr & Wintergreen; 12 miles to Waynesboro, and 20 miles to Charlottesville & UVA.

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158 Wood House Lane 4Br/4Ba; 3,067 sq ft; 1.72 Acres MLS #477998; $519,500 With a custom home specifically designed for the location, this large resort parcel provides the perfect mix of shade, sun, and absolute privacy. Rare opportunity to live within the resort and still have complete solitude from within the home and also from its many outdoor living spaces such as the spacious screened porch, large back deck, and custom bedroom balcony. This is truly NO cookie cutter home… from the massive stone fireplace and exterior stone trim, to the numerous half moon windows, and the cedar lined ceilings, this one-owner home has a multitude of custom features. Other special features include a first floor master suite with “his and her” bathrooms, spacious kitchen open to a glass enclosed breakfast nook and a sitting or office area, bright living room with stone fireplace and Jodel woodstove, finished basement with extra family room and an unfinished utility room with workshop, two car garage, paved driveways, laundry room, pantry, multiple storage closets to include a walk-in attic, as well as hardwood floors, high ceilings, built-in bookshelves and display cases, and propane heat. With so much to offer… you will have a hard time deciding whether you want to spend your day relaxing inside or outside. Make this your year around residence or your “can’t wait to get to the mountains” vacation home.

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5th Annual Blue Ridge Mountain Music Fest!

Temperatures hovering near 100°F didn’t keep a crowd from gathering on Front Street for the annual 4th of July Parade in Lovingston. Sweet rides!

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Saturday, August 21, 2010 Noon-7:00 pm Evans Center Wintergreen Resort, Virginia Hedy Shablee (played by Vicki Keenan), Otto von Schnapps (played by Ron Turnbull), and Tiny Bubbles (played by Mary Wolf) check the script in hopes of finding a clue that identifies which one of them may be the murderer in Lust for Wine and Murder in Nellysford, a murder mystery benefitting the Nelson County Community Fund and the Tuckahoe Community Center.

Local author Lynn Coffey, who recently penned Backroads: Plain Folk and Simple Livin’, is hoping you can help her. She is trying to locate an entire set of Backroads Magazine back issues, the publication she launched and published for 25 years. A complete or partial set of issues from December 1981 to December 2006 would be donated to the archives at the Nelson County Historical Society. For more information, call Lynn at 540-949-0329.

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But they didn’t have the budget to get that full-size unit, so they bought a retired trash truck, combined that with the small truck they already had and, voila, new command center and extraction truck. But after eight years of use, Curtis and the rest of the department were ready for a change. At just under 300K, the standard Hackney-built chassis was a frugal buy, and the truck will only get used two to three dozen times each year, but the vehicle was so unique it was featured on the cover of Virginia Fire EMS Magazine. With just $100,000 in grants from the commonwealth, nearly two-thirds of this truck was paid for using money from private donations and a capital fund drive. Wanna check it out (or volunteer with the squad)? The truck is up on the mountain and visitors are always welcome. “The bottom line is, the equipment that we run is paid for by the community,” said Curtis. “People should know what they’re paying for.” NCL

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Last month you got a first glimpse of Wintergreen Fire & Rescue’s brand new mobile command unit. Now, here’s the real scoop on the $262,000 mobile command unit and heavy tactical truck that does it all. It carries tools used to cut cars apart or fight structure fires. It can provide 360 degree lighting, like it did after the April Blue Ridge Parkway shootings. And – maybe most importantly – this truck has a bank of radios making it possible to communicate with pretty much anyone in the area. Wintergreen has four ambulances, two response vehicles, and four fire pieces split between the valley and mountain stations. But that’s not always enough. “Back in the ‘90s, we had a very small truck that carried just the basic compliment of extraction tools. Then in 2002 we decided to go to a full-size heavy truck with a command center on it,” explained Wintergreen Fire & Rescue’s Chief Curtis Sheets.

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outstanding in his field The Wintergreen Adaptive Sports guy calls it quits. STORY by JENNIE TAL PHOTOGRAPHY by HAYLEY OSBORNE

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Michael Zuckerman has worked hard his whole life. “Now it’s time to go play,” says the retiring executive director of Wintergreen Adaptive Sports (WAS). And play he will. Though he’s been up on the mountain for almost 30 years now, winter sports are not passé for him yet. “My winters are definitely going to be spent at another mountain somewhere skiing my brains out,” he said. He’ll also be visiting the Caribbean with his wife to snorkel and relax and he’ll want to get some gardening in at house in Afton, too. So even though he’s technically retiring August 31, this former special education teacher is not planning to slow down at all. There’s no official replacement for Michael yet, and he’s playing a bit of a roll in searching for the next executive director, but he said he’s working on retiring gracefully by letting Wintergreen Resort and the person who comes in to take control over where WAS is headed – even though Michael knows exactly where it’s been: The active pre-retiree said the organization started extremely organically in 1984. At that time, Michael was an instructor at the ski school and

Wintergreen Adaptive Sports is losing its executive director to retirement. Over the years, Michael Zuckerman and his volunteers have trained dozens of disabled athletes on the slopes and in the water.

someone approached him asking if he’d want to work with amputees. He ran the show solo until about 1995 when he set up the nonprofit that was then called Wintergreen Adaptive Skiing (since the group now does kayaking, canoeing and golf, they changed “Skiing” to “Sports” a couple years ago). Back then, Michael and the half dozen volunteers he worked with stored their supplies in a closet up on the mountain. “It’s now 16 years later and we have a slope side building that’s been added onto twice, our own portable wheelchair accessible bathroom, the building at Lake Monocan, $75,000 worth of equipment [and] 150 volunteers,” he said. But what they have is not nearly as important as what WAS does. “What we do is absolutely magical,” said Michael, speaking not only of the people with disabilities that he’s worked with over the years, but also of their families and the students he’s inspired to work in fields like outdoor recreation, prosthetics and wheelchair design. “It’s transformative… we show people what’s possible… It’s incredibly powerful stuff.” Michael said he’s going to miss the organization terribly, but that the timing is right for his departure. “It’s time for somebody else to take it on.” NCL

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For Nelson County visitors and residents alike, this part of Virginia is like a little piece of heaven on earth. But two men of the cloth are taking God’s word for it that it’s time to leave – at least for now. One – Reverend Tommy Thompson, formerly of Rock Spring United Methodist Church – is heading East while the other – Reverend David Cameron, formerly of Rockfish Presbyterian Church – is heading West. Rev. Thompson is moving with his wife, Leslie and two young children (9-year-old Daniel and 5-year-old Grace) to the Eastern Shore town of Parksley, Virginia where he will preach at Grace United Methodist Church and spend his free time fishing in the ocean with Daniel. Pastor Pamela Baldwin moved here from Craigsville and started at Rock Spring UMC July 4. Rev. Cameron is moving with his wife and children to Albuquerque, New Mexico to the congregation of Emanuel Presbyterian Church in the Knobb Hill. His last sermon at Rockfish was July 11 and while the Faber congregation doesn’t have a new permanent pastor yet, the interim pastor search committee is on the lookout. And while both are sure that this is the right thing for them to do, neither is finding it particularly easy to leave the place we all know and love. “There [are] so many good memories,� said Rev. Thompson. “The hills, the mountains. And I say that because I never rode a bicycle until I moved here.� Since then he’s ridden several centuries – that’s 100 miles folks. “And secondly,� he continued, “I won’t forget the gardening. I never gar-

Rev. David Cameron is leaving Rockfish Presbyterian for a congregation in New Mexico.

higher authorities dened before I moved here, but the people; just walking into their gardens and getting to know them and becoming a gardener because of them has been very meaningful for me.” “What I’ve thoroughly enjoyed about being in Nelson County is just the variety of people here in this county that I never expected when I came here,” said Rev. Cameron. “I am constantly still stunned by the wealth of experience and the funny idiosyncratic behaviors and personalities that just make it a wonderful place to live.” When Rev. Cameron first game to Rockfish Presbyterian in 1999, he got the sense that most people felt like the church was “the Wintergreen church” and was full of “people who aren’t from around here.” One of the things he’s most proud of is the way the congregation has become so involved in the community during his service. By engaging in community service like serving lunch once a month at the Rockfish Valley Senior Center he feels like the tension has eased. Rev. Thompson has been most inspired by his former congregation’s community involvement as well. “[One] big way the church has become part of the community is through the Children’s Food Pantry Project, started largely by Olivia Ellis,” he said. “Two years ago she got our children to pack twenty or so little paper bags with food items children would appreciate and hand them out at the Nelson Food pantry once a month… Now they put together 200+ bags each month.” NCL

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Wind. You can’t see it. You can’t always hear it. And sometimes, you can’t even feel it. But one Nelson County man is proving you can get some power from it. Steve Crandall, owner of Devils Backbone Brewing Company and Tectonics II, a construction firm, has installed the first and only wind turbine of its kind in the county. It connects to an electric panel which goes directly into the power grid. And not only is it saving a little bit of money by offsetting electricity costs, but Steve sees it as a bit of a morale and job booster to his crew. “Being in the building business, we’re seeing our construction activity slow,â€? he pointed out. “Green jobs, you know, this may help fill the void. And I may be able to keep my guys working at the same time [as I] generate a little electricity for folks and stop buying oil from people that don’t like us.â€? Steve worked with the county to establish an ordinance for turbines like his. “The county did a tremendous job,â€? he said. “There are different tower heights allowable in different areas. And it’s going to be something we’re going to start seeing pop up. Because they do make sense.â€? The one he installed, a 2 ½ KW Turbine, is expected to yield 400500 kilowatts each month, but could – with really good wind – get up to 2,000 kilowatts in that same time period. “Of course, there [are] larger turbines for other areas,â€? he added. “You can supply your electricity needs for entire households with that – it’s a very cost-effective, easily serviceable unit.â€? To see Steve’s turbine in action, swing by Devils Backbone in Beech Grove. NCL

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Often times we get so caught up in working in our landscape that we forget that the number one objective is to ultimately have fun and relax. The payback for that backbreaking, sweat provoking work and sunburned skin has to be more than enjoying the view from indoors as you collapse into bed in the evenings. What better environment could you ask for than a shaded patio with audible water flowing and a rocking chair to unwind at the end of the day? Or maybe for the kids (and even ‘senior kids’) a tire swing, a grassy hop scotch court, or the traditional croquet or badminton court. The addition of one or two simple features will allow you a place to relax and enjoy your yard while adding a nice touch of personality to your landscape. Even if you are ‘planted out’, here are some fun things to consider. A tire swing is a magnet for kids and adults alike. Find a tall tree with a branch at least 10-15 inches in caliper (or circumference) and toss a heavy gauge nylon climbing rope over it. Now cut a section out of an old garden hose that is long enough to drape over the entire branch and thread the rope through it so that the hose remains at the top of the branch both protecting the tree and extending the life of the rope. Make a trip to your local tire dealer and procure a large truck tire and tie it to the rope about 2 feet from the ground and voila! – a resting/play area for both the young and the old. Those Christmas lights in the attic have much more potential than the 4 weeks (or less) in December they are strung on your Christmas tree. Around any outdoor sitting area, Christmas lights strung from branches illuminate table with a soft glow, creating the perfect setting for an evening meal or drink. Best yet, in-

sects are less attracted to these lights than their incandescent big brothers thereby providing a nice relief from mosquitoes and other night flying nuisance critters. Regarding mosquitoes, make sure that all of your birdbaths, fountains and even some drain pipes from the gutters have a ‘mosquito dunk’ floating or sitting in them to kill the larvae before they develop an insatiable appetite. It is a hockey puck size wafer that releases a chemical that kills the larvae that the adult mosquitoes deposit in the water. Don’t worry, chemical engineering has developed this product with sniper-like accuracy for just the mosquito and not any other non-target species (i.e. birds, bats, moths, etc.). Any old lanterns sitting in the garage from your parent’s home or from countless antique sales are a very unique element that, with a little work (and a new wick and citronella oil) can illuminate paths with the element of fire – something very difficult to duplicate with electric lights. With your lantern ready, pay a visit to most any hardware stores for 6 to 8 foot hanging basket rods that stick into the ground (usually under $20). Along a grass or stone path or even around a patio, place these rods about 10+ feet apart and hang your lantern. ‘Hop scotch’ graffiti finds its way onto every driveway sooner or later if young children are around and chalk is available. The problem is heat from the driveway and the FedEx man makes it difficult to play. Try this: find some old bricks and place them in the ground at soil level in the ‘hop scotch’ pattern in a relatively flat area in your lawn. The kids will find a new passion for this old game (not to mention that it looks really cool). Until our next article, be creative!

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asktheDr. By Dr. Steve Schmitz Afton Family Medicine Weight Loss Part 4 Eat/Drink Less Calories + Burn More Calories = Weight Loss Above is the weight loss equation. If a person is motivated to follow it, he or she can lose weight. All diets and weight loss programs follow it, whether they say so or not, for it is the only way weight is lost. The last column I wrote looked at the eating side of the equation; let’s look at the burning side today. The key ingredients for burning calories are motivation and elevation of heart rate. First, we have got to be motivated to be more active if we want to burn calories. The TV is the ultimate motivation destroyer. I think the first step to being more active and burning calories is to turn off the television. Suddenly, there is more time, less couch sitting, and an active instead of passive mind. If television is not the limiter keeping you from activity, then

figure out what is. Is it the weather? Stress? Commitments? Don’t like to sweat? Be honest with yourself, find the limiter, and find a way around it. Remember, if you aren’t motivated you aren’t going to burn calories. Once you are motivated, you have to get your heart rate up. Walking, running, or aerobics class does this. But, so does dancing, the Wii, gardening (with a little focus on keeping moving), wood splitting, skipping, playing ball, or chasing your kid around the yard. Find something you like that gets your heart rate up, do it, and burn some calories. I promise that as you get more active it becomes more fun and easier. You will lose weight and live better.

Dr. Steve Schmitz is a licensed medical doctor based in Afton. Have a question for him? Email him at AskTheDr@ nelsoncountylife.com. Sorry, due to the high volume of messages received, personal replies may not be possible. The Editor reserves the right to edit questions for content, accuracy, and length. This column is provided as a service to readers of Nelson County Life Magazine and is not intended to replace the advice of a physician. If you have a question about your personal health, please consult your doctor.

theperfectfit By Agnes F. Schrider, PT Nelson Physical Therapy

The Best Match Recently, I visited with a friend and physical therapy colleague. As we were catching up, the topic turned to work. She was recounting how some of her clients wanted to start running or return to running after an injury. She told me that she tells many of them that they “don’t have the body to be a runner” and should choose another sport. My first response was that she was pretty direct and quick to squash a client’s goals but then I thought she may have a valid point. And, she may be saving them from further injury. She has some track and runner’s qualification to say what she said. She was an accomplished hurdler, her husband is a retired track coach and they are still in the track and field business. So, she has been around runners most of her life. When individuals want to start an exercise program, it is difficult to match the person to an activity especially if there is a complicated medical history. However, it is not impossible. Considerations include

training for cardiovascular, strength, flexibility and balance within a safe range. Parameters of time and frequency need to be established. And, your current fitness level needs to be established; not what you used to do “years ago”. For some individuals, that may mean starting to exercise while sitting in a chair. For others, it may mean walking 30 minutes, five days a week. Injuries are also a factor. For example, I swam competitively for many years and even after I stopped competing, I continued to swim for exercise. After two shoulder surgeries, I couldn’t swim at the intensity that I desired and had to search for something else to challenge me. I turned to cycling which is something I continue today. As you become more physically fit, your activity will progress and change. In fact, it is good that your exercises change so you have some variety in the program. I encourage folks to exercise in many different ways so that exercising doesn’t become stale and your body is constantly challenged.

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been exercising regularly, try other activities to challenge yourself and body (within reason of course!). You may surprise yourself. Most of all, be safe and honor your body.

Agnes F. Schrider, PT is a licensed physical therapist, fitness trainer, and certified golf fitness trainer based in Nellysford. Have a question for her? Email her at ThePerfectFit@nelsoncountylife.com. Sorry, due to the high volume of messages received, personal replies may not be possible. The Editor reserves the right to edit questions for content, accuracy, and length. This column is provided as a service to readers of Nelson County Life Magazine and is not intended to replace the advice of a licensed professional. If you have a question about your personal health, please consult a health professional.

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eat local. Ambrosia Bakery and Deli 2192 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford 434-361-9661 Ann’s Family Restaurant 1170 Thomas Nelson Highway, Lovingston 434-263-8110 Ashley’s Market 6445 Rockfish Valley Hwy., Afton 434-361-2087 Basic Necessities Café 2226 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford 434-361-1766 Black Rock Market 189 Mountain Inn Loop, Wintergreen 434-325-1177 Blue Ridge Pig 2198 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford 434-361-1170 Blue Mountain Brewery 9519 Critzer Shop Rd. (Rt. 151), Afton 540-456-8020 Chicken Coop 40 Front Street, Lovingston 434-263-7818

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Chen’s Chinese 73 Callohill Drive, Lovingston 434-263-8869

McDonald’s Highway 29 in Lovingston, 434-263-8066

Chirio’s Pizza 2777 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford 434-361-9188 Colleen Deli 4071 Thomas Nelson Hwy., Arrington 434-263-8395 Colleen Drive-In 4105 Thomas Nelson Highway, Arrington 434-263-5343 Copper Mine Bistro Wintergreen Resort 434-325-8090

Montebello Country Store 15072 Crabtree Falls Hwy., Montebello 540-377-2650 Pauli’s Pig Out 7376 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Afton 434-361-2001 Pauli’s Pizza 917 Gladstone Road, Gladstone 434-933-4444 Shady’s Place Deli 15819 Thomas Nelson Hwy., Lovingston 434-263-5024

Crossroads Store 2416 Piedmont Rd., Gladstone 434-933-8822 Devils Grill Devils Knob Golf Course 434-325-8100 Devils Backbone Brewing Co. 200 Mosbys Run, Roseland 434-361-1001 Doodle’s Frozen Custard 8151 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston

The Fountain Room at The Mark Addy Inn Nellysford 434-361-1101 Graves Grocery 1779 Rockfish Valley Hwy., Nellysford 434-361-2504

Ambrosia Bakery & Deli 2192 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 434.361.9661 Basic Necessities 2226 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 434.361.1766 Blue Ridge Pig 2198 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 434.361.1170 Chen’s 73 Calohill Dr., Lovingston, VA 434.263.8865 Chirios Pizza Valley Shopping Center 2777 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 434.361.9188 Copper Mine Bistro Wintergreen Resort • 434.325.8090 Devils Grill Wintergreen Resort • 434.325.8100 The Edge Wintergreen Resort • 434.325.8080 The Fountain Room at The Mark Addy 56 Rodes Farm Drive, Nellysford, VA • 434.361.1101 The Java Depot 80 Mosby Run., Nellysford, VA • 434.361.0221 Lovingston Cafe 165 Front Street, Lovingston, VA • 434.263.8000

31 Afton Lane, Route 6 East, Afton, VA 540.456.6759 Afton Mountain Bed & Breakfast 10273 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Afton, VA 540.456.6844 Camp Blue Ridge Montebello, VA • 540.377.2413 Cox’s Creek Cottage 296 C & C Lane, Roseland, VA • 434.277.5566 Dutch Haus Bed & Breakfast 655 Fork Mountain Lane, Montebello, VA 540.377.2119 Fallen Oak Bed & Breakfast 353 Mimosa Lane, Faber, VA • 434.361.1011 Harmony Hill Bed & Breakfast 929 Wilson Hill Rd (Rt. 665), Arrington, VA 877.263.7750 Horseshoe Mountain Lodge Roseland, VA • 434.361.2525 Le Bleu Ridge Bed & Breakfast 27 Chapel Hollow Road, Afton, VA • 434.361.1213 The Mark Addy 56 Rodes Farm Drive, Nellysford, VA • 434.361.1101 The Meander Inn 3100 Berry Hill Road, Nellysford, VA • 434.361.1121 The Meeting Place 825 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Wintergreen, VA 434.361.2380

Smoky’s Black Bear Café 131 Blue Ridge Drive, Wintergreen 434-325-1227

Paulie’s Pig OUt 7376 Rockfish Valley Highway, Afton • 434.361.2001

Stoney Creek Bar and Grill Stoney Creek Golf Course. Nellysford 434-325-8110

Rapunzel’s Coffee and Books 924 Front Street, Lovingston, VA • 434.263.6660

North Fork Cottages 697 North Fork Road, Tyro, VA • 540.377.2007

Subway 65 Callohill Drive, Lovingston 434-263-6800

Smoky’s Black Bear Cafe Wintergreen Resort • 434.325.1227

The Orchard House Bed & Breakfast 9749 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston, VA 434.263.7747

Thai Siam Take-Out Route 56 west, 4137 Tye Brook Hwy 434-263-8577 Trager Brothers Coffee 486 Front Street, Lovingston 434-263-8916 Vito’s Italian Restaurant 8181 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston 434-263-8688 2842 Rockfish Valley Hwy., Nellysford 434-361-9170

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Stoney Creek Bar & Grill Wintergreen Resort • 434.325.8110 Thai Mex II Valley Green Shopping Center, Nellysford, VA 434.361.1400 Thai Siam Take-Out 4137 Tye Brook Highway, Colleen, VA 434.263.8577 Vito’s Italian Restaurant 8181 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston, VA 434.263.8688 Vito’s Ristorante Italiano & Pizzeria 2842 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 434.361.9170

shuteye Acorn Inn Bed & Breakfast 2256 Adial Rd, Faber, VA • 434.361.9357 Afton House Bed & Breakfast and Cottages

Walton’s Mountain B&B 6401 Rockfish River Rd, Schuyler, VA • 434.831.1384 Resort Reservations & Country Cottages Afton, VA • 540.456.8300 Royal Oaks Cabins in the Mountains 45 Royal Oaks Lane, Love, VA • 800.410.0627 Sarah’s Mountain Retreat Cabin 406 Fish Hatchery Lane, Montebello, VA 540.377.6458 Shadow Mountain Rentals 15644 Crabtree Falls Hwy, Montebello, VA 757.424.2884 Simpson’s Hollow Bed & Breakfast 580 Simpsons Lane, Lovingston, VA 434.263.6380 The White Pig Bed & Breakfast 5120 Irish Road, Schuyler, VA • 434.831.1416 Tye River Cabin

6011 Crabtree Falls Highway, Tyro, VA 434.238.2430 Wintergreen Resort Wintergreen, VA • 800.266.2444

wine&beercountry Afton Mountain Vineyards 234 Vineyard Lane, Afton, VA • 540.456.8667 Blue Mountain Brewery 9519 Critzers Shop Rd. (Rt. 151), Afton, VA 540.456.8020 Cardinal Point Vineyard & Winery 9423 Batesville Rd, Afton, VA • 540.456.8400 DelFosse Vineyards & Winery 500 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber, VA 434.263.6100 Devils Backbone Brewing Company 200 Mosbys Run, Roseland, VA • 434.361.1001 Flying Fox Vineyard 27 Chapel Hollow Rd, Afton, VA • 434.361.1692 Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery 2800 Berry Hill Road, Nellysford, VA 434.361.1266 Lovingston Winery 885 Freshwater Cove Lane, Lovingston, VA 434.263.8467 Mountain Cove Vineyards 1362 Fortunes Cove Lane, Lovingston, VA 434.263.5392

5060 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Faber, VA • 434.361.1169 Foxfire Gifts 954 Beech Grove Road, Nellysford, VA 434.361.2202 Garden Trade 71 River Road (Rt. 6), Faber, VA • 434.263.8786 Hughes Mews Antiques 2471 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 540.456.7237

Mountain Vision Pottery 2019 Beech Grove Road, Roseland, VA 434.361.1725 Notforgotten Farm 3530 Tye River Road, Tye River, VA • 434.263.6508

Blossom’s Flowers, Gifts & Crafts 911 Front Street, Lovingston, VA 434.263.8227

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Dickie Brothers Orchard 2552 Dickie Road, Massies Mill, VA • 434.277.5516 Drumheller’s Orchard 1130 Drumheller Orchard Ln., Lovingston, VA 434.263.5036 Fitzgerald’s Orchard 728 Harper’s Creek Lane, Tyro, VA • 434.277.5798

Blue Moon Antique Mall & Bookstore 8230 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston, VA 434.263.8890

Flippin-Seaman, Inc. – Seaman & Silver Creek Orchards 5529 Crabtree Falls Hwy, Tyro, VA • 434.277.5824

Cat Rock Antiques 9704 Patrick Henry Hwy, Roseland, VA 434.277.8049

Saunders Brothers Orchard 2717 Tye Brook Hwy (Rt. 56), Piney River, VA 434.277.5455

Claudia’s Florist & Gifts 121 Main Street, Lovingston, VA • 434.263.5848

The Apple Shed 14815 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston, VA 434.263.8843

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sunday august 1 Mix It Up with a Bluegrass Sound Join in the fun at this pioneer farm on the Blue Ridge Parkway as DEJA MOO mixes up all types of music with a Bluegrass sound. Milepost 5.8, Blue Ridge Parkway. 2 p.m. 540-943-4716

friday august 6 August Meeting of Nelson County Garden Club Roger Nelson, of Keep Nelson Beautiful, will describe the work of this volunteer group, appointed by the County Board of Supervisors, to promote recycling and minimize waste and littering. Meeting is open to the public and visitors are welcomed. Nelson County Memorial Library. 2 p.m. 434-831-2153

saturday august 7 Antique Farm Equipment Show Music by Dave Miller and Friends. Saunders Brothers Farm Market. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saunders Brothers Farm Market. 434-277-5455 Blackberry Harvest Festival Live music all day, crafts, wine tasting paired with food. Bluegrass music. Pig pickin’ meal available for purchase. Pick blackberries per quart price. Fee. Hilltop Berry Farm and Winery. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 434-361-1266

sunday august 8 Music Under the Walnut Tree at Humpback Join in the fun with Harmony Hill as they entertain with great Bluegrass music at this 1890’s Appalachian homestead. Bring a picnic and a chair. MP 5.8, Blue Ridge Parkway. 2 p.m. 540-943-4716

BRIM Golf Tournament Have fun, play golf, and help your neighbors at the charity golf tournament for the Blue Ridge Interfaith Ministry (BRIM). $85 individual / $340 per foursome Includes greens fees, cart fee, use of practice facilities, cookout and awards after the tournament, & lots of prizes. Stoney Creek Golf Course. 1 p.m. 434-981-5450

saturday august 14 Starry Nights at Veritas Vineyard and Winery Join us for live music, wine, and the big outdoors. Bring your family, friends, lawnchairs, and dancing shoes for an unforgettable night under the stars. Veritas Vineyard and Winery. 7 to 11 p.m. 540-456-8000, ext. 108 Schuyler Day Crafters, country music and more. Fee. (free admission to Schuyler citizens). Walton’s Mountain Museum. 10 a.m. 434-831-2000 Remembering Hurricane Camille Hear Colleen Thompson, flood survivor, and Ed Tinsley, retired State Trooper, share their experiences. Music by Kim and Jimbo. Saunders Brothers Farm Market. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 434-277-5455 Tins for Tunes Concert Series & Food Drive With their heads in the Caribbean Islands and their feet firmly rooted in the Appalachian Mountains, Guano Boys offer a distinct brand of island music styles. Original sounds in the style of reggae, soca, ska, and calypso with an occasional roots cover create an enticing musical recipe. Admission is $10 for adults unless you bring 5 non-perishable food items (per person), in which case, admission is free! Kids 18 and under admitted free. In case of inclement weather, please call the winery or check our website for changes/cancellations. Cardinal Point Winery. 5 p.m. 540-456-8400

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Wine and Food Pairing at DelFosse Winery Fee. Reservations Required. DelFosse Winery. 1 p.m. 434-263-6100

Bluegrass Music High on the Mountaintop at Humpback Farm Pam Ward and Grassy Ridge perform Bluegrass music while you enjoy the cool mountain air and farm activities. Milepost 5.8, Blue Ridge Parkway. 2 p.m. 540-943-4716

Swannanoa Palace Open House Noon to 5 p.m. 540-942-5201

Swannanoa Palace Open House Noon to 5 p.m. 540-942-5201

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French Crepe Day at Del Fosse Winery Savory and sweet crepes available for purchase. Wine by the glass or bottle available for purchase. Reservations not required but prefer you notify us of your plans to join us. Del Fosse Winery. 1 to 5 p.m. 434-263-6100

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thurday thursday august 19 august 26 An Evening with Joel Salatin of Polyface Farm at Pharsalia Joel is one of the country’s most famous advocates of sustainable agriculture. Fee includes catered dinner. Tickets limited and advance sales only. Available at Nellysford Farmers’ Market (Pharsalia booth). Polyface Farm at Pharsalia. 5 to 8 p.m. 434-277-5231

friday august 20 Luna-See @ Wintergreen Winery A night to dance by the light of the moon. Wine, music, full moon, and dancing. 7 to 10pm. The Verandah at Wintergreen Winery. 434-361-2519

Sons of Confederate Veterans Monthly Meeting The Sons of Confederate Veterans, Camp 2123, The Nelson Grays will conduct their regularly scheduled monthly meeting. Nelson County Public Generation. 7:30 p.m. 434-846-3006

friday august 27 Nelson County Bike Festival Hosted by Award winning Devils Backbone Brewing Company. Kicking off Friday night with live music and more. Saturdays schedule includes the Devils Backbone Mountain Cross, a metric century ride. Sunday will host the Stampede mountain bike race and later a mtb clinic by Sue Haywood. Devils Backbone Brewing Company. 6 p.m. 800-282-8223

saturday august 21 saturday august 28 Indian and Civil War Artifact Displays Music by Dave Miller and Friends. Saunders Brothers Farm Market. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 434-277-5455 Brew Ridge Trail Music Festival Enjoy regional craft beers from the four Trail breweries and the music of Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk, Devon Allman’s Honeytribe, William Walter and Co., Adrian Duke Projek, and the Rogan Brothers. Devils Backbone Brewing Company. Noon to 8 p.m. 800-282-8223

sunday august 22 Sunday Afternoon Music on the Mountaintop Bring a picnic chair and enjoy the picnic and a chair and enjoy the bluegrass sounds of Blue Mountain Sunrise. Arrive early and hike the trails or join the farm activities. Free. Humpback Rocks Mountain Farm. MP 5.8 Blue Ridge Parkway. 540-943-4716

monday august 23 Brown Bag Book Club Honk and Holler Opening soon by Billie Letts. The author of the multi-award-winner, Where the Heart Is, tells the poignant, lyrical story of a wheelchairbound Vietnam veteran whose life is changed when a young woman enters his roadside café. Nelson Memorial Library. Noon. 434-263-5904

Birth of Democracy Fee includes souvenir glass. Under 21 free.Wine available for tasting and purchase. Hamburgers, hot dogs available for purchase. Enjoy the wines of Democracy Vineyards and see the progress as we move towards our on site tasting room. At 5 PM there will be a Blessing of the Harvest, a tradition dating back to biblical times. Democracy Vineyards. Noon to 4 p.m. 434-964-6124 Want to be included in our datebook? Visit NelsonCountyLife.com and click on “Submit an Event.” We’ll try to publish as many events as possible, space permitting. Deadline for next month’s issue is the 15th. Sorry neighbors, event MUST be in Nelson County or benefit an organization in Nelson County to be included in the print edition. Events in area counties can be included online, however. CROSSWORD AND COMICS ON PAGE 39

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encore! Brew Ridge Trail Music Festival returns STORY by JENNIE TAL

Like beer? Like music? Who doesn’t like one or the other or both, right? Right! That’s what Justin Billcheck and John Spagnolo with Charlottesville’s Cerberus Productions thought, too. And that’s how the duo helped launch Nelson County’s very own Brew Ridge Trail Music Festival. “Basically we just decided to do it,” said Justin, a Barboursville resident. “The interests were all

SUPER SPONSOR UVA Health Systems SPONSORS MontVue Capital Management Lewis G. Schaeneman Jr. Foundation, Inc. Jean & Bruce Bertelsen Mary & Doug Wolfe Rice & Rice Dentistry Wintergreen Resort Premier Properties BB&T Barger Insurance BB&T Bank Union First Market Bank UVA Community Credit Union Prax Chiropractic Blue Mountain Brewery Devils Backbone Brewing Co. DONORS Gray Dodson Kevin Crowe Mikel & Linda McGrew Paul Saunders Susan McGarrity Theresa & Don Westfall Gail & Ross Hasson Tam & Jeff Stone Judy Rendich, Peggy Whitehead, Sue Bernard & Mary Reid Laura Burrows KRobbins Design Boles Ingenito, Ltd Basic Necessities Caromont Farm Lovingston Physical Therapy Tyler Lucas Flippin-Seaman, Inc

aligned.” Justin, as part of Cerberus, worked with co-promoter Steve Crandall of Devils Backbone Brewery to get the festival going last year. “And the day after last year’s event we decided we were going to do it again,” said Justin, who also acts as the festival’s talent buyer. The all ages festival features music, regional craft beers, food, and

fun at the Concert Grounds at Devils Backbone on August 21 from noon to 10 p.m. Yes, there will be beer and no, the beer drinkers will not be quarantined to a small beer garden drinking area, but Justin wanted to stress the all ages aspect of the family-friendly event. “Families are welcome, children are welcome,” he said. “We have beer, but it’s not [only] a beer tasting event.” NCL

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Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk headlines this year’s Brew Ridge Trail Music Festival Saturday, August 21 at Devils Backbone Brewing Co.

The Music: • Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk • Devon Allman’s Honeytribe • William Walter & Co. • Adrian Duke Projek • Rogan Brothers Band The Beer: • Jomo Lager (Starr Hill) • Festie (Starr Hill) • Rockfish Wheat (Blue Mountain) • Full Nelson Pale Ale (Blue Mountain) • Eight Point IPA (Devils Backbone) • Summer Haze (Devils Backbone) • Wintergreen Weiss (Devils Backbone) • Vienna Lager (Devils Backbone) • Satan’s Pony Amber Ale (South Street) • J P Ale (South Street) Starr Hill, Blue Mountain, and South Street will each be providing two additional beers, TBD. For Festival info, visit BRTMF.com

SUPPORTERS Advertisers Attendees & players BBQ Connection Kevin Davis & Ban Caribe Wintergreen Winery THE SPIRITS of NELSON Devils Backbone Blue Mountain Brewery Wild Wolf Brewing Company Veritas Winery Hill Top Berry Farm Winery Cardinal Point Winery

Ellen English Trager Brothers Coffee Sharon Gress Saunders Brothers Nursery Ken Nelson Winton Country Club Rivanna Resort & Golf Club Devil’s Knob Golf Club Old Trail Golf Club Meadow Creek Golf Club Poplar Grove Golf club Stoney Creek Golf Club Hamilton’s Restaurant Davis Creek Farm Wintergreen Resort Pharsalia Body Designs by Don Young Whole Foods Nan Rothwell Creme de la Creme Bob Cleminson Jo Lee Schaaf Boar’s Head Inn Management Lynn & Larry Luessen

PATRONS GLAD Manufacturing Co. Gary Horvath Mary & Russ Reid Linda Russell M. Carol & William Lloyd Smith Jenny Upton Laur Don Wheaton Ann & Doug Wood Joan & Neil Rothemich Donna & James Foege Mary & Edward Buynacek Flora Ballard Jean Brokamp Bonnie Cady Robert M. Fleischman Lynne & Chuck Carson Ellen Bouton & Ron Enders Angie & Bob Lindquist Sunny Halleck Cindy & John Coy Nancy & Richard Williams Nancy Brockman Judy & Hank Meineke Kane X-Ray Co.

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Mountain Home to share has Views, Amenities, Convenience Charming Home seeks compatible housemate! Rent includes: -2 good-sized private unfurnished rooms + full bath – garden level of single family home -private entrance -common areas: large kitchen, dining area, living room, utility room, screened porch, decks -fireplace -DSL Internet -DirectTV -telephone -ample storage. Amenities: -gorgeous mountain, meadow, forest, and water views -wildlife; conservancy area -walking cycling trails -convenient to Routes 151, 6, 29, I-64 Available immediately. Posted By: Leslie F. 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen $645 + electric

Kids 14” Bicycles with training wheels Excellent condition kids first bikes. Produced by Giant, this is the “Puddin’” model. Always garage kept and well maintained. We have two available. The color choices are pink or purple. they have been very reliable starter bikes for our kids who have moved up to mountain bikes. Both have been well maintained and have never been rained on. Posted By: Jeff Stone 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 434.531.8218 $40/ea

Snowshoes Antique Wood & Rawhide Snowshoes; made by Bastien Brothers, Quebec, Canada. Ideal wall decoration for Wintergreen Moutain home! Posted By: P Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 202-345-6383 $295 obo

House for rent Like new 3BR, 2BA home in Nellysford. Private AND convenient. Full unfinished, walk out basement with laundry. Fireplace. Large yard. Available immediately. 30 min from Charlottesville or Waynesboro. Posted By: Julie Bendle 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 434-996-8669 $1100/mo

Schwinn Stardust Children’s 20” Bicycle Very good condition with one minor blem on the seat. Always garage kept and well maintained. Great deal. Sold new for $225.00. Posted By: Jeff Stone 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 434.531.8218 $75

BUSINESS & OFFICE Computer Stand w/ sliding keyboard tray Black, Right Pedestal w/ shelf & 2 drawers. Posted By: P Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 202-3456383 $50 Metal Storage Cabinet Tan, 2 shelves, w/ sliding doors. 36” x 28” x 18” Posted By: P Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/ Wintergreen 202-345-6383 $50 obo

Tricycle Good condition with a little rust. Functions perfectly. Posted By: Jeff Stone 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 434.531.8218 $10

ELECTRONICS Honeywell 7-Day Programmable Thermostat Model RTH8500D. In unopened original packaging. 2 available! Posted By: Philip Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 202-3456383 $40 32” SONY color TV Also, Console Base ($50 OBO) Posted By: P Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 202-345-6383 $150 obo

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Antique Virginia Pine Stepback Cupboard ~ 6 Glass Panes Antique pine 2 part stepback cabinet from the late 1800s or early 1900s. Measures 80 inches tall by 43 inches wide by 19 inches deep. Shows normal evidence of use, wear & age ~ Good Condition. Posted By: Covesville Store 222931 - Covesville 434-295-9496 $450 Rope Bed Rope bed, very old, twin size, $275. Viking Infrared Speed Heater, used to remove paint from siding or furniture, $200. Posted By: MARTY HARBIN 22971 - Shipman/Rockfish 540-589-5012 $275

FURNITURE Oak Coffee and End Tables Square oak Coffee table measuring 40”x40” and 17” high with two matching end tables 28×23” and 24” high. Excellent condition. Pick up on Mountain weekends only and arranged in advance. Posted By: Barbara Wiesel 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 301-801-6030 $350 Leather Sectional Sofa Contemporary, Irregular U-shaped, 4 piece Leather sectional sofa. 11 ft x 8\\\’ and 5\\\’. Posted By: P Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 202-345-6383 $1500 obo

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APPLIANCES SOLD! – Krups Electric TableTop Oven Interior Dimensions 12” x 7”x 11”. Posted By: P Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 202-345-6383 $45/obo

MUSIC Drums 5 piece CB brand drums with stool. Posted By: MARTY HARBIN 22971 - Shipman/Rockfish 540-589-5012 $100

BUSINESS FOR SALE Business For Sale- The Java Depot Charming coffeehouse/café set in an incredible mountain setting near Wintergreen Resort and the Blue Ridge Parkway, south of Charlottesville, Va. Turnkey condition, well-known popular location for breakfast, coffee, and lunch, artist gallery and occasional music festivals and dinners. $125,000.00 for the business. Purchase of the real estate also available. Visit the website for more information (www.thejavadepot.com) or email nancyk@thejavadepot.com Posted By: Nancy Kern 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 434-361-0221 $125,000 Metal Storage Cabinet Tan, 2 shelves, w/ sliding doors. 36” x 28” x 18” Posted By: P Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/ Wintergreen 202-345-6383 $50 obo

CARS & TRUCKS SOLD! – 1969 4WD Dodge 1-Ton Restorable 1969 Dodge 1 Ton Truck – 4WD. 4 speed with granny gear and 318 motor. Truck has 50k original miles on it and is a workhorse. Body has a few small rust holes, but flat bed is in excellent shape. New sides built and installed last year. Cab is in primer gray and can easily be made ready for paint. Everything runs and works on it. Bench seat has been restored and has no holes. Would be interested in a trade for small car or truck with good gas mileage.Posted By: Andy Mansfield 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 434-361-1116 $2400 or trade 1992 Mitsubishi 3000 GT SL 1992 3000 GT with 84,500 miles. 5 spd transmission, v6 powered. Fun to drive. Cold AC. Just VA state inspected. All 60,000 mile service performed. Priced for fair sale Posted By: Bill Heard NELSON COUNTY 434361-0444 $3850 old stuff 302 engine from 92” truck, long block, $250. VA license tags, 54” 59”, 62”-$20 each. 47-59 Chevy lug pattern white spoke wheels, $150 for set. 4 HP 24 gal. Craftsman Air Compressor, $100. Posted By: MARTY HARBIN 22971 - Shipman/Rockfish 540-589-5012 $250

SERVICES Precise Painting When you want it nice…Interior/Exterior, Power Washing, Deck Staining. Visit us online at www. precisepaintingva.net Posted By: Dave Brown 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 434-996-3039 $tba

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