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Hiking the Pine Canyon Trail #26 Switchbacks and the new Bearfoot Trail in Pine is a day-long adventure through multiple Rim Country habitats.
A two-for-one hike in Pine BY CONNIE COCKRELL ROUNDUP CONTRIBUTOR
Sometimes you just want a longer hike. That means you get a two-for-one trail description. Sometimes, you can’t stop. Once on the trail, you’ve got to keep rolling. That happened to the Payson Packers Group C recently, when the group resolved to start early and cover nine miles — including both the Pine Switchbacks and the Bearfoot Trail. We left at our new summer hours time of 7:30 a.m. and headed north along State Route 87 to the Pine Canyon Switchbacks Trailhead. Spotting a car at the Bearfoot Trailhead just south of Strawberry took only a moment. The drivers will take that car when the group arrives, go back up to the switchback’s trailhead and bring the car back to collect the rest of the group. There was a chilly breeze, but most of us left extra shirts and fleeces in the cars. The day was already bright with sunshine so I, at least, decided it was going to warm up and wouldn’t need any extra clothing.
Assembling our gear, we followed the road straight through the ponderosa pine forest where you see a trail sign to Pine Canyon Trail #26 Switchbacks. In just three-tenths of a mile we came to a fork in the road by a wire fence. We stayed to the right and in a couple hundred yards, went left off of the road toward the canyon following red markers. It doesn’t take long for the trail to take you over the edge of the canyon. First of all, the view up and down the canyon is stunning. Don’t try to walk and gawk. Stop and enjoy. The trail, steep, narrow, and rocky needs your full attention, so stop to admire the gorgeous manzanitas. They were in full bloom, tiny pink bell-shaped flowers decorating the medium-dark-green-leaved branches. Also growing along the sun-soaked trail was New Mexico groundsel, its cheerful butter-yellow flower heads dancing in the breeze. I took care with my footwork. Four of our group fell at various times on the trail, a heart-stopping event every time as the drop-off from the trail was hundreds of feet.
A mile-and-a-half from the canyon top, we reached the canyon floor where we found ourselves in a ponderosa forest carpeted with ferns. The change from the hot, dry, rocky environment to the cooler, shady forest was most pleasant. The pine needle carpeted trail runs straight down the canyon. The severe winter snowfall and windstorms had knocked down several trees across the path that had to be climbed over, under or around. Along the path are signs to Stradling Canyon and Cinch Hook Canyon. Don’t follow those. When we came to cross Pine Creek, there were a lot of white flowers, which may have been Canada violet. I know I spotted purple violets as well. There were also bushes with large white blossoms, but we were high above the stream at that point and I couldn’t tell what they were. At 2.6 miles into the hike we came to Parsnip’s Springs. This is a nice spot to have a snack. The spring outflow, not far off of the left side of the trail, has a CONTINUED ON PAGE 4
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Good Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus go FIRM FOUNDATIONS
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For as long as I can remember, as a MODELING THE PERFECT EXAMPLE Jesus prayed in the morning, after the young girl, I’ve had a burden to pray to first disciples were called and before they God. If anyone would ask me, “When do went to do ministry, people were healed you pray? In the morning, afternoon or in many ways and after this time ... Jesus evening?” My response would be YES! If someone would ask, “How do you pray? got up before there was daylight and By reading scripture, kneeling, walking, went out to a deserted place and prayed. laying prostrate?” My response would Others came to look for him and Jesus along with His disciples went be YES! I love prayer, practice to Galilee to continue to preach prayer, have been in anguish and heal. over prayer, waiting in prayer, The Gospel of Luke tells us joyful in prayer, grieving in that Jesus oftentimes withdrew prayer, wrestling in prayer, Himself away to the wilderness quiet in prayer ... still in prayer. to pray and that His disciples This daunting yet joyful task would find him alone in prayer of prayer I accept from God and oftentimes He would pray and I have been faithful in my with others. responsibilities in prayer. Simone Lake Jesus would pray in the I am the prayer coordinator mountains over long frames of of our church. I teach prayer time. “When He sent the multiand spiritual disciplines from our local church body to conferences around the tudes away, He went up on a mountain by world. From teaching online social media Himself to pray. And when evening had classes and courses to stopping in the come He was alone there praying.” Jesus prayed! middle of the grocery store if someone In the garden of Gethsemane He asks me to pray for them and doing just that — praying. The point has been made prayed before his arrest, crucifixion, and that I pray and love doing it. The reason ascension. During the Last Supper with his diswhy I love prayer so much is because prayer keeps my eyes looking, focusing, ciples (here on earth), Jesus prayed for Himself, “Father the hour has come, staring and fixed on my Savior Jesus. Being an imperfect, human constantly Glorify Your Son, that Your Son also falling short but having been redeemed may glorify You.” Jesus prayed for His by a loving Savior, I see the reason why I Disciples, “And all Mine are Yours and need to pray. I find the need to pray. My Yours are Mine, and I am glorified in very existence must be in prayer. I see them.” the purpose of submitting in prayer and Jesus prays for all Believers, “I do not in fasting and in spiritual disciplines ... pray for these alone, but also for those it is the form of communication between who will believe in Me through their word; God and myself. that they all may be one, as You, Father, are in Me, and I in You; that they also may PRAYER = FIXING YOUR EYES ON JESUS One way to fix your eyes on Jesus is be one in Us, that the world may believe through prayer and we learn this through that You sent Me.” The true fact is that Jesus found the the pages of the Bible in various examples time and made the time to pray, and He is of God’s people, but most importantly through the perfect holy example of a God! If Jesus found a great need to pray perfect sinless Savior Jesus Christ. From when He walked the earth in ministry Genesis to Revelation we witness first some 2000 years ago, and He sees the hand in the pages of Scripture God’s great need to continue to pray, sitting on people participating in a holy habit of the right hand side of God currently this day, then how much more is the need for communicating through prayer. What is so awe-striking is the precious you and I to pray? Through the various media formats prayers of Jesus. He is the Son of God and Son of Man. He is God Himself currently we witness great atrocities in the world sitting on the right hand side of God pray- today — mass shootings, intentional muring for the saints, His own, His focus and ders, injustice, crimes, prejudices, hidden His agenda, now at this very moment and sins of deceit, lies, the shame of hiding He currently is ruling and reigning ... true sin, the list goes on and on. Many people statement. may wonder, “Where is God?” — but He
PAYSON LIONESS CLUB The Payson Lioness Club is having a membership drive at Granny’s in Payson at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 10. Come meet and greet members and learn about the club. Refreshments will be served. For more information and to confirm whether or not the event is taking place (the weather may force a postponement) call Barb at 928-468-1185.
JOHNSON BENEFIT To help Calvin Johnson and his family meet the extra costs associated with his recent liver transplant, a benefit Mexican dinner is planned from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, Aug. 12 at the Tonto Apache Gym. The cost is $8 per plate, which will include an enchilada, taco, rice and beans, plus dessert and a drink. Additionally there will be a raffle and silent auction. For more information, call Rosie Mason at 928-978-2671 or Belinda Guerra at 928-970-0286.
FREE FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT A free family movie night is planned at 6 p.m., Friday, Aug. 12 at Ponderosa Bible Church, 1800 N. Beeline Highway, just south of Home Depot. The movie is “God’s Not Dead 2” and child care is available for third-grade ages and under. For more information call the church office at 928-474-9279.
LIBRARY FRIENDS OF PAYSON The Library Friends of Payson host Dave Elston, avid explorer of the Grand Canyon and resident of Christopher Creek, Monday, Aug. 15. Elston is a trained wilderness first responder and true “accidental explorer,” who set a personal goal to spend a year, a few days and nights at a time, exploring the Grand Canyon. He shares his experiences hiking and rafting in the Grand Canyon at the Friends’ meeting. His book, “A Year in the Grand Canyon,” includes interesting and unique historical information and a riveting account of leading some young hikers during a blinding and unexpected snowstorm. He will be selling signed copies of his newly published book for $16; he can accept cash or checks. The Library Friends of Payson presentation for the community, which is held in the library meeting room, will start with a short business meeting at 10 a.m., and the program begins at 10:30 a.m. The public is invited to both the business meeting and the free one-hour program. Light refreshments will be served. If you have any questions, please call the library at 928-474-9260.
So, after toying with us through most of July, the monsoon has finally arrived in Rim Country — in wet, windy, noisy, lightning-striking fury. From high winds and heavy rain to lightning and flash floods, the monsoon delivers some of the most hazardous weather Arizonans experience all year. If you are not geared up for the season yet, AAA has these tips to help prepare for these extreme storms. • Review your homeowner’s policy to ensure your home is protected against flood damage caused by monsoon rains. Standard home insurance policies do not have flood coverage. Nationwide, 30 percent of flood insurance claims each year are filed by people who don’t live in high-risk zones,
The Payson Art League will present its Fall Fine Art and Fine Craft Show and Sale on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 11, 12 and 13. The show will be held at Julia Randall Elementary School in Payson. All artists, in various mediums, are invited to participate. Applications are available at www.paysonartleague.org or by contacting Sally Myers at paysonartleague@gmail, or 928-472-8651. The deadline for entries is Sept. 1.
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Join one of the Payson Packers groups as the members explore one of the area’s nearby trails.
Who are you praying to? Do you pray to the living God through His Son Jesus Christ? I invite you to fix your eyes on Jesus through prayer having repented and turned from your sins and accepting Jesus as your Lord and Savior much like I did as a young girl. I will be praying for you. Join me and thousands of people as we partner in prayer with Anne Graham Lotz - Angel Ministries Prayer called God Speaking. For more information go to: www.GodSpeaking.com
Scripture Resources: Mark 1:35; Luke 5:16, 9:18; Matthew 14:23; Matthew 26:36; John 17 Resources: Angel Ministries - www. annegrahamlotz.org/; Deep Roots in Christ Ministries - www.deeprootsinchrist.org/; Precept International - www. precept.org/ NOTE: Firm Foundations is usually published every first Wednesday of the month in The Rim Review, it is appearing in this edition as the Aug. 3 publication was devoted to the visit of the Arizona State University football team to Camp Tontozona. For more information on upcoming classes: go online to www.simonelake. com; www.deeprootsinchrist.org ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Simone Lake is a Christ follower, bride of Pastor Dr. John Lake (of Church on Randall Place), Bible teacher and a passionate pray-er. A graduate of Golden Gate Theological Seminary, Simone holds a master’s degree in Theology Studies, as well as a certificate of studies in Apologetics from BIOLA University. She is an active member of International Women in Apologetics. Visit her on: www.deeprootsinchrist. com, www.simonelake.com, http://deeprootsinchrist.sermon.net, http://womeninapologetics.com
according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency. • Secure outdoor furniture, fixtures, and garbage cans. Even in weak storms, these easily can be blown over, causing damage to the object, your home or people. • Stake and prune trees. Drive wooden stakes at least two feet into the ground, and secure young trees to them. For larger, more mature trees, trim down heavy or dead branches. These branches can damage your house by striking or falling on it. • Prepare for electrical surges and outages. Protect sensitive electronics, such as computers, gaming systems or televisions, by plugging them into surge CONTINUED ON PAGE 3
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is right where He always was and has been, and always will be, ruling and reigning in the world. My friends, for those who do not know Him, prayers of repentance come first to turn from our human sinful nature that is contrary to God and His word and law, and instead turn to Jesus by accepting Him as your personal Lord and Savior yielding to Him in every way of your life.
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AT THE MOVIES
STRANGE BUT TRUE BY SAMANTHA WEAVER 2016 KING FEATURES SYND.
• Martha Jane Canary — better known as Calamity Jane — was a noted frontierswoman in the late 19th century. She defied expectations of women by refusing to wear dresses, becoming a scout and fighting against Indians in the West. As one contemporary commenter observed, “She swore, she drank, she wore men’s clothing. She was 50 years ahead of her time.” • Those who study such things say that two-thirds of a shark’s brain is dedicated to detecting and sorting out odors. • In his 1510 book “The Adventures of Esplandian,” Spanish author Garci Rodriguez de Montalvo wrote of an island peopled entirely by Amazon-like women, and he called it California. When Spaniard Francisco de Ulloa was exploring the west coast of North America, his initial surveys of the Baja
Peninsula led him to believe the land was an island, so the region was given the name of the mythical place: California. • In Mongolia, it’s common to put salt in one’s tea before drinking it. • If you’re a fan of nature documentaries, you’ve doubtless seen footage of Africa’s Serengeti, site of the world’s largest terrestrial mammal migration. If you’ve seen images of the place, you won’t be surprised to learn that in Maasai, the word “Serengeti” means “the place where the land runs on forever.” • You’ve probably heard of John Steinbeck’s celebrated novel “Of Mice and Men,” but you probably didn’t know that it was almost titled “Something That Happened.” • Thought for the Day: “Do you wish the world were happy? / Then remember day by day, / Just to scatter seeds of kindness / As you pass along the way.” -- Ella Wheeler Wilcox
TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH
Too much vitamin D BY KEITH ROACH, M.D.
2016 NORTH AMERICA SYND., INC.
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 86-year-old woman with three doctors battling over my vitamin D level for many years. I am 59 inches tall and weigh 95 pounds. I play nine holes of golf three times a week. I have always been a poor eater, so I get little nourishment from food. I drink 3 ounces of scotch every evening with chips. That’s my nourishment. I’ve beaten lung cancer and recently had skin cancer surgery in my ear. The vitamin D situation never goes away, and the doctors keep changing my meds. One of the doctors claims that my vitamin D count is almost toxic (my blood levels of vitamin D are 121 from my rheumatologist and 145 from my internist), and I have been taken off any meds with vitamin D in them, but it’s still high. I am feeling OK now and want to forget the whole matter of the vitamin D level. Your opinion would be appreciated. -- Anon. ANSWER: I admire your spirit for life, even if I don’t agree with your diet. I have seen only one case of vitamin D excess in my career. It is very rare if people are taking less than 4,000 IU of vitamin D daily, so I suspect you were taking much higher doses at some point. When I hear that multiple doctors may have been taking care of you, I worry that more than one was prescribing high doses of vitamin D. There also have been cases of manufacturing errors and excess fortification of milk, but these are quite rare. Vitamin D is normally stored in the liver, with the fat cells becoming a second reservoir. The toxicity of vitamin D is due to high calcium levels, which can cause confusion, nausea and vomiting, and muscle weakness. Toxic levels can be
treated with short-term prednisone, but that isn’t necessary unless there are symptoms or a dangerously high calcium level. By the time your letter is published, your vitamin D levels should have returned to normal. If they haven’t, it’s time to look for a rare cause, such as sarcoidosis, where occasionally the abnormal cells can make vitamin D. The booklet on sodium, potassium and mineral discusses the importance of these and other substances to our health. Readers can obtain a copy by writing: Dr. Roach — No. 202W, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery. DEAR DR. ROACH: My mother was diagnosed a few years ago with macular degeneration (both wet and dry). Is this disease hereditary? What can I do to prevent myself from getting this disease? -- K. ANSWER: There does seem to be an increased risk in people with a family history. Several studies have shown that vitamins, especially B vitamins, can reduce risk by a third or so. Since a combination of zinc and vitamins A, C and E was shown to help reduce progression of macular degeneration, many experts recommend it for prevention as well. Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Readers may email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med. cornell.edu. To view and order health pamphlets, visit www.rbmamall.com, or write to Good Health, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803.
JASON BOURNE
Enjoy exciting actioner This may be the last in the big budget Bourne physical, mental and emotional abuse as we films to star Matt Damon. Not because the fran- have any business asking a fictional character chise has lost its spark. Not because Matt Damon to absorb. cannot convincingly play the now iconic Bourne But the beefy Damon makes it work one last character. But Bourne and Damon are just get- time. He has a strong stable of running mates ting too beat up to keep on keeping on. starting with Julia Stiles, who returns as CIA gal Damon put on a lot of muscle weight to film Nicky Parsons, a lady who has helped Bourne this action packed thriller. He needed in past films. A new CIA operative, it too. He gets beat six ways from played by Alicia Vikander, steps into Sunday in this one. It hurts to see him the story this time. Tommy Lee Jones hurt. plays the evil, murderous CIA direcIf you have seen the other Bourne tor with a kind of inevitable calm. films, even one of them, you know the We cannot imagine the director either routine. Jason Bourne at one point in failing or becoming flustered. Vincent his life volunteered to be a subject in Cassel plays the bad guy hit man with a secret program the simultaneously admirable vigor. He makes a good and made him into a super specimen and Andy McKinney fair match for the super soldier Jason Reviewer erased his memory. Bourne. We begin the Bourne saga with him Paul Greengrass and his writing waking up with no memory and the thus far four partner Christopher Rouse have worked togethfilms have him trying to stay alive and also to er very successfully in the past and continue to discover his true identity. The story continues in do so. the same vein in this edition. The producers allowed some $120 million to We get treated to a long series of fantastic make this two-hour and three-minute long four (fantastical that is) action sequences of great saw blade action movie. It holds a mild PG-13 velocity and violence. And then we get more rating, but be warned, the violence never stops. The film dips deeply into the subject of perof the same. And then we get even more of the same. Two things keep this film from degener- sonal privacy in the modern age. A main plot ating into “The Expendables #17” or something point spins around the idea of a computer prolike it. gram powerful enough to collate information We have the gifted actor Matt Damon himself from all sources so as to watch every one, every who keeps our attention. And we have a flat out where all the time. Now that’s a scary thought. amazing talent in Paul Greengrass for manuWe have Oscar winners in our director, writer facturing one complicated, innovative gag after and actors Jones, Damon and Vikander. They another that blow us away. made a very good movie. As much as I liked watching “Jason Bourne” I Fans love this one and rewarded producdo hope that this will be the last one with Damon. ers Greengrass and Damon by plunking down We turned the corner from action/adventure and $110 million over the three-day weekend. Maybe started down the dark alley of classic tragedy. Damon will be back again in another episode, The Bourne character has absorbed as much bruises and all.
Simple planning keeps you storm-ready FROM PAGE 2
protectors. Also, keep flashlights and fresh batteries on hand. PLAN FOR POWER OUTAGES
Get ready for the chance of inclement weather ahead with these tools and resources: • First aid — Assemble a basic first aid kit with assorted sterile, compression and adhesive bandages, rolled gauze, adhesive tape, disinfectant, antibiotic ointment, tweezers, scissors and instant cold packs. Add pain relieving medications (including children’s strength, if applicable) and a few days’ worth of any regular medications you take. • Emergency kit — Include items such as a flashlight, battery-powered weather radio, bottled water, non-perishable snacks and personal hygiene items. Don’t forget extra batteries that fit your devices and keep a portable cellphone charger on hand. The compact Rayovac Phone Charger, which is compatible with most USB-powered devices, holds enough power to recharge a mobile phone up to three times (depending on device) and holds its charge up to four months. • Comfort items — What constitutes comfort likely varies, but may include things like stuffed animals, soothing blankets or small toys for little ones and more practical items, including pillows and sleeping bags, for older family members. Plus having travel-size games and cards can help pass the time. • Backup power — Portable generators provide a solution during an emergency power outage to power essential
items, such as refrigerators, sump pumps and lights. While portable generators can provide users with flexibility and comfort, homeowners and renters should only use portable generators outside in order to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning. • Information guide — In the aftermath of a storm, having emergency information at your fingertips is one less stress to fight. Stash your guide along with your emergency and first aid kits so it will be within easy reach if you need it. Seasonal weather can bring unpredictable dangers to your home and family, but assembling the right materials ahead of time will help ensure your family is well prepared to ride
out the storm. Part of your plan should include following these tips for filing a home insurance claim. • Avoid cleaning too much before the inspection; you might accidentally minimize the apparent damage. • Have someone outside your household testify that an event occurred, especially if it’s an isolated incident such as a tree falling on your car. • Avoid exaggeration when reporting the details. • Handle all negotiations yourself so you stay informed and in control. • Don’t sign anything before thoroughly reviewing the document. Sources: AAA and Briggs & Stratton/Rayovac
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The Pine Switchback Trailhead and Bearfoot Trail offer wonderful vistas and a chance to see a variety of Rim habitats — including blooming manzanita in season. The two combined trails are also difficult to traverse and the author recommends using one or two walking sticks to help maintain your footing on the trail.
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tremendous growth of watercress. Continuing on, we took the opportunity to take the short path to the tiny cave, signposted and leading to the right. Across Pine Creek you’ll see a small cave in the rocky outcropping. One of our group insisted he’d seen a small man with large, hairy, bare feet hurry away to hide. I didn’t see it myself, but who knows. Eventually we reached the new bridge, at the 3.6-mile point, built across Pine Creek by the Pine-Strawberry Fuel Reduction Committee. We took the time to have our snack in the open pine-straw covered forest, and then headed across the bridge, now on the Bearfoot Trail. The trail leads through the forest, up and out of the canyon. The committee has done marvelous trail work here. The climb was up for a mile or more, but gradual with switchbacks and level spots. It wasn’t
a lung-buster! As we moved along the trail we could see the area change from the moister environment of the canyon bottom to drier, rockier, terrain. Bearfoot Trail took the group on a walk along the ridge, then past one or two of the Portals neighborhoods over rolling hills as we traveled westerly. Six miles from the bridge, we reached the trailhead. Everyone was glad to sit down and wait for the drivers to go and fetch the cars. It was a perfect day for our over nine-mile hike. My late lunch was going to taste all the better for a fine day out in the woods. ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Connie Cockrell is a regular contributor to the Payson Roundup, The Rim Review’s parent paper. She writes about hikes available to Rim Country residents and visitors. If you’d like to read more of Cockrell’s work, go to www.conniesrandomthoughts.com.
THE HIKE
Trailhead: From Payson, Bearfoot Trailhead: 87 north to mile marker 270 and pull off to the right and park. Spot a car here. Pine Switchback Trailhead: Drive Highway 87 north about 6/10 mile past mile marker 279 to pull off on right for road 6038 (not signed near road). Drive through gate and park. Distance: Approximately 9.6 miles one-way trip. Regular cars are OK. Shorts in warm weather. Must spot a car at the Bearfoot Trailhead. Difficulty: Difficult. Hiking stick or sticks recommended for the Switchbacks. Elevation change about 1,600 feet. Highlights: Fantastic views, pine needle carpeted trail, Pine Creek. Editor’s note: This is a sample of the articles that appear in the Payson Roundup’s new specialty publication, “Your Guide to Rim Country Trails and Tonto Natural Bridge.” Soon available for purchase.
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RIM GARDENING GUIDE
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Visit the Payson Community Garden from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday to see wonderful examples of the benefit of pollinators in Rim Country gardens. The garden is on the north side of Tyler Parkway, between the First Church of the Nazarene and Majestic Rim Retirement Living.
The garden’s best friends – pollinators BY CATHY HICKEN
HIGH COUNTRY GARDEN CLUB
Like many gardeners I have a plant-themed calendar on my desk. I happened to notice that the week of June 20-26 was Pollinator Week. That reminded me to think about all the good things those hard-working creatures do and about all the obstacles we put in their path. We have a surprising number of pollinators here in Arizona. They include bees, butterflies, moths, beetles, flies, birds and animals. In fact, Arizona most likely has the highest native bee diversity in the nation with 540 species according to one website. Pollination is defined as the act of transferring pollen grains from the male part of the flower (anther) to the female part (stigma) to produce seeds. So without these little guys, our quality of life would be drastically changed. Pollinators are responsible for 90 percent of flowering plants and one-third of human food crops. They are part of the web that supports the biological diversity in our ecosystem. Healthy pollinators improve fruit set and the quality of the fruit. They increase production per acre on farms. In the wild they increase biodiversity and wildlife food sources increase. Here in our region, which happens to be the Colorado Plateau semi-desert, we rely on honeybees and native bees for much of our food production. This includes squash, alfalfa, pumpkins and melons. The domesticated honeybee pollinates approximately $10 billion worth of crops in the U.S. each year. The populations of both native and domesticated bees are declining due to habitat loss, disease, and the excessive and inappropriate use of pesticides. Commercial bees are being lost to Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD) at an alarming rate. This issue, fortunately, has brought the spotlight on proper hive management to cut down on
stresses that cause disease. This includes insufficient nutrition and transportation practices. Research and conservation efforts are being focused on commercial bees that will help us to understand the threats to them and in addition to help understand the other pollinators. The Colorado Plateau natural habitat has been severely altered by livestock grazing and mining. This includes our 18 species of hummingbirds and three species of bats. A full 35 percent of our bees are oligolective — that is, they specialize in certain plants. Honeybees were imported from Europe almost 400 years ago. There are a whopping 4,000 species of native ground and twig nesting bees in the U.S. Bees have tongues of different lengths that determine which type of flower they pollinate. Bumblebees are generalists, feeding on a wide variety of plants. They nest underground. Solitary bees include carpenter bees, digger bees, mason bees and leafcutter bees. They nest in dead wood, cavities in stems and underground. Butterflies require host plants for their larva and damage some plants in their life cycle. Some of our butterflies are Painted Lady, Desert Marble, Blue Copper, Queen and Anise Swallowtail. Moth pollinators usually work at night. They are attracted to heavily scented flowers that open in the late afternoon or night. Beetles are usually desired in a garden because they chow down on the blooms. Beetles tend to pollinate large flowered plants that have easy access to nectar. Flies pollinate small flowers that bloom in the shade and in moist habitats. They are generalists also. Hummingbirds are the most recognizable of the bird pollinators. Pollen is picked up on the beak and the feathers of this energetic flyer. They tend toward long tubular flowers, usually red. Bees cannot see
the color red so they don’t compete. Bats pollinate cactus and agaves at night. So what can we do to help protect and increase our native pollinators? We need to make conscious choices to choose plants that will provide habitat for all the pollinators — bees, butterflies, moths, beetles, hummingbirds and bats. Plant a wide variety of plants that bloom from early spring to late fall. Planting flowers in groups increases pollination efficiency. If a pollinator can visit the same flower over and over, it won’t need to re-learn how to enter the flower and then can transport pollen to the same species rather than wasting it on an unreceptive flower. Make an effort to use native plants. Include some night blooming plants for moths and bats. Attract a variety of pollinators by planting a diversity of plants with different colors and fragrances and heights. Some herbs and annuals that are not native are still very attractive to pollinators. Mints, garlic, chives, lavender and parsley are a few of these. Bees and butterflies love old-fashioned zinnias, cosmos and single sunflowers. Try to avoid planting too many hybrid flowers, especially those with double-petalled flowers. Some hybrids come in colors not found in the wild and their pollen can be different also. Even weeds can be a good source of food. Dandelions provide food in the early spring before other flowers bloom. Include a few larval host plants for caterpillars. Hide them among the other plants or put them in an out-of-the-way spot in your garden. If you can, leave a dead tree or an occasional dead branch around so there is a nesting site for native bees. And don’t forget to add a few hummingbird feeders to your landscape. Plan to add different heights of plants in your garden.
Include trees, shrubs and different sized perennial plants. Build a box to encourage the solitary, non-aggressive bees to nest in the garden. Scrap lumber with a few holes drilled 3 to 5 inches deep will serve them nicely. A great necessity is a clean, reliable source of water. Incorporate natural and human-made water features throughout your garden. They can be as simple as a small container of water or as fancy as a multi-tiered fountain. Make sure there is at least one sloping side, so the pollinators won’t drown as they approach the water. For your butterflies and bees, a salt lick will be a real treat. It is also a great way to watch the butterflies. You can make one by simply using a slow drip hose over a bare patch of ground that has had a small amount of sea salt or wood ash mixed in it. Butterflies like and need more unsavory foodstuff. Things like rotting bananas and apples are a special treat. They will also collect around animal droppings and urine. Please remember that pesticides are almost always toxic to pollinators. If you must spray, do so when bees are not active, usually just after dawn. And choose targeted ingredients. We all need to resist that urge
to have a perfectly groomed garden and have a few areas of bare ground or dead wood. Some plants to include are Parry’s Agave, Apache Plume, Indian paintbrush, milkweed, scarlet gilia, tufted evening primrose, purple locoweed, bearded lip penstemen, Palmer’s penstemen, salvias, sunflowers, and roses. For the vegetable gardener the biggest hits are squash, eggplant, beans, tomatoes and herbs. The wonderful folks at Plant Fair Nursery can advise you in your choices of the best attractors of pollinators. There are two excellent websites to visit as well: Pollinator Partnership at www.pollinator. org and USDA Forest Service at http//www.fs.fed.us. Please join the High Country Garden Club every first Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at Mount Cross Lutheran Church. Happy Gardening!
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IN THE KITCHEN
Sensible snacks that really pop Next time you — or your kids — reach for a snack, go for a great-tasting option that delivers on both flavor and nutrition. Sensible snacks can be surprisingly delicious when you choose ingredients wisely. One popular choice: popcorn. Ideal for between-meal snacking since it satisfies, but doesn’t spoil the appetite, popcorn is also the perfect addition to treats such as snack bars and trail mix. The key to smart snacking is finding good-foryou ingredients that make your body healthy and your taste buds happy. With no artificial additives or preservatives, popcorn is naturally low in fat and calories. The whole grain provides energy-producing complex carbohydrates and contains fiber, providing roughage the body needs in the daily diet. Find more healthy snack solutions at popcorn.org.
occasionally. Pour over popcorn mixture, stirring to coat evenly. Microwave 3-4 minutes, stirring and scraping bowl after each minute. Spread onto greased cookie sheet; cool. Break into pieces and store in airtight container.
PERFECT POPCORN
YUMMY YOGURT POPCORN
There’s nothing like the taste of freshly popped popcorn and nothing like the disappointment of burnt popcorn. Follow these simple steps and you’ll have perfect popcorn every time. • Whether on the stove or in the microwave, popcorn will begin popping in a few minutes. • When the popping begins to slow, listen until you can count two seconds between pops. Remove the pan from heat or bag from microwave. • Remember to lift the lid or open the bag away from your face to prevent steam burns.
OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIE CORN Yield: 10 cups
8 cups popped popcorn 3 tablespoons melted butter 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup crunchy granola 1 cup raisins 1 cup walnut halves In bowl, toss popcorn with melted butter. Combine sugar with cinnamon; sprinkle over popcorn. Toss with granola, raisins and walnuts until combined.
CRISPY CRUNCHY APPLE POPCORN Yield: 7 cups
6 cups popped popcorn 1 tablespoon butter, melted 2 teaspoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 2 cups dried apple chips Heat oven to 300 degrees. Line 9-by-13-inch baking pan with foil; butter foil. Spread popcorn in pan and drizzle with melted butter; toss popcorn. Sprinkle popcorn with sugar and cinnamon, and toss again. Bake 7 minutes. Sprinkle apple chips over popcorn and heat an additional 3 minutes. Serve warm, or cool to room temperature. Store in airtight container.
CRUNCHY POPCORN TRAIL MIX Yield: 9 cups
5 cups popped popcorn 3 cups whole-grain oat cereal 1/3 cup raisins 1/3 cup peanuts (or other nuts) 1/3 cup sunflower seeds 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter or margarine 6 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons light corn syrup In large, microwavable bowl, stir together popcorn, cereal, raisins, nuts and seeds; set aside. In small saucepan, combine butter, brown sugar and corn syrup. Heat until boiling; cook 3 minutes, stirring
POPCORN GRANOLA SNACK BARS Yield: 16 bars
Nonstick cooking spray 1/2 cup honey 2/3 cup peanut butter 1 cup granola cereal 1 cup roasted and salted peanuts 3 cups popped popcorn Line 8- or 9-inch square baking pan with foil. Spray foil lightly with cooking spray; set aside. In large saucepan, heat honey until boiling. Stir in peanut butter until well blended. Remove pan from heat and stir in granola, peanuts and popcorn until coated. Press mixture evenly into prepared pan. Refrigerate until cool; cut into bars to serve.
Yield: 2-1/2 quarts
2-1/2 quarts popped popcorn 1 cup plain yogurt 1 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup light corn syrup In large bowl, keep popped popcorn warm. In 2-1/2-quart saucepan, combine yogurt, brown sugar and corn syrup. Cook and stir over medium heat to hard ball stage (250 degrees on candy thermometer). Pour over popped popcorn, stirring to coat.
Source: The Popcorn Board
GET SMART ABOUT SNACKING
The start of a new school year is a time many families re-focus on healthier eating habits. Countless studies have shown the correlation between good nutrition and school performance, but smart eating isn’t just about meals; it applies to snack time, too. Nutrition is a leading consideration when it comes to kids’ snacking, according to a survey* conducted online by Harris Poll on behalf of Mini Babybel cheese. As much as 60 percent of parents see teaching kids how to eat healthy as one of their most important roles when choosing a snack. Another leading factor in snack selection: supplementing meals with added nutrients. Get a start on better nutrition and save lunch and snack time with these lessons your kids will love to learn: Say OK to vegging out. It may not be the type of “vegging” they have in mind, but keeping a wide array of vegetables on hand will encourage kids to nosh on more nutritious foods at lunchtime. Whether it’s slicing cucumber into fun shapes or serving traditional ants on a log, try amping up the fun with veggies for added kid appeal. Turn up the hands-on fun. Show kids that it’s OK to eat with your hands. Some of the most delicious and nutritious portable snacks come in handson packages. For example, little ones can delight in tugging on the signature pull-tab of Mini Babybel’s red-waxwrapped packaging to reveal a delicious and nutritious treat. Individually portioned, it is easy to pack, making it a con-
venient option for family snack time and lunches, too. Go in for the dunk. Score big with picky eaters or kids reluctant to try new foods by introducing snacks they can dunk. Fruits and veggies alike taste great when paired with low-fat yogurt-based dips. Try strawberries with a simple vanilla yogurt and experiment with flavors such as dill or Southwest seasoning to make a zesty match for veggies. Other easy lunch options: hummus and guacamole, which you can make at home or buy already prepared. Make a snack-time medley. Teach kids to appreciate the different flavors and textures nutritious foods offer by introducing some crunch with veggies, such as carrots or zucchini. Add a touch of sweetness with fresh melon or berries. Then round out the plate with a smooth, creamy cheese, such as one of Mini Babybel’s 100 percent natural cheeses. “When I’m packing lunch or making a snack, I try and include fiber-rich carbohydrates and satiating protein,” said Keri Gans, registered dietitian nutritionist and author of “The Small Change Diet.” “Mini Babybel offers 4-6 grams of protein which will keep you and your little ones fuller longer.” Set limits on sweets (and other junk food). It’s simply not realistic to completely cut out sweet snacks and treats. In fact, most experts agree the occasional indulgence is perfectly OK. The trick is teaching kids about moderation. If you buy in bulk, portion out appropriate servings in a snack-size bag, or for items such as chips or cookies, save time with pre-packaged individual servings. To find more delicious snacking and lunchtime options the whole family can enjoy, visit mini-babybel.com. *This survey was conducted online within the United States by Harris Poll on behalf of Mini Babybel from Feb. 24-March 3, 2016 among 1,006 parents ages 18 and older who have a child under age 18 in the household. This online survey is not based on a probability sample and therefore no estimate of theoretical sampling error can be calculated. For complete survey methodology, including weighting variables, contact press@galxyz.com. Source: Mini Babybel
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Reap garden rewards even in fall months Gardening is a rewarding hobby that can help people relax and produce an enviable landscape. Many gardeners even find their meals are more fresh and flavorful when using items they grew themselves. While many gardeners do the bulk of their gardening in the spring and summer, certain plants thrive in cooler temperatures. That group includes autumn vegetables that are ripe for the picking when leaves begin falling. Fall gardens provide a reason to enjoy the oft-enjoyable autumn air. So many different vegetables come to life in the autumn, and they can make wonderful additions to the dinner table. Broccoli, kale, collards, spinach, squashes, artichokes, and beets are just some of the many autumn planting options you can try. Celery also is best in the fall, and its harvest continues through winter in temperate climates. By replacing crops that have been harvested through the spring and summer with fall-friendly alternatives, you can keep your garden productive for most of the year. Begin the process by counting back 12 to 14 weeks from the expected first frost date for where you live. Begin seeds for your autumn plantings indoors, because summer heat and dryness are not the best conditions to nurture young seedlings. Enrich the soil with compost so that you can replenish the nutrients lost from the last crop harvested. Each region is different, so learn about when to put plants in the ground for your region — the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Service website is a good resource, as is Plant Fair Nursery in Star Valley. Many plants still need the sun and warmth of late summer to thrive and produce well into the fall. If you are unsure, consult with a local garden center, where you can learn about various aspects of autumn gardening. Onions, shallots and garlic are best planted mid-fall after the soil has cooled. Gradually introduce seedlings to more sunlight and outdoor temperatures before they go in the ground, as they need time to adjust to the unfiltered sun. Be sure to thoroughly water the garden. Newly planted beds should be kept moist to germinate and so established plants can take root. In addition, consider a shade covering so that the soil doesn’t dry out or get baked in the sun. Mulch also can help retain moisture and keep the conditions ideal for your autumn vegetables to grow. Remember that moisture and cooler temperatures can attract garden pests, so you may need to employ some strategies to keep them under control. For example, insect barriers and all-natural baited traps can keep slugs and snails from munching on your autumn plants. Fall vegetable gardens can be worthy endeavors, yielding plenty of crops and providing the fun and fulfillment of gardening into the fall.