February 2015 Magazine

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Letter from the Publisher The Cold and Flu Marsala: Color of the Year 2015 Were You born In a barn?

Southeast Alaska Schedule of Events for January Open Houses — Seeing Is Believing Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Venison Fillet with Blackberry Chocolate Sauce

FEATURED PREMIERE BUSINESSES Stopher Construction. . . . 1, 4, 21 Latitude 58 Real Estate Group Holly Cerne & Sunshine Hard. . . . . 3 Southeast Furniture. . . . . . . 5, 22 Real Estate Service, Inc. Julie Burns. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

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Powell Realty Kimbee Anderson. . . . . . . . . . . 22

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Charlie Carlson. . . . . . . . . . . . 22

RE/MAX of Juneau JoAnn Birt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Alaska Renovators. . . . . . . . . . 16

Residential Mortgage Vickie Perry & Bethany Woods. . 7

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RE/MAX of Juneau Vickie Gartley. . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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elcome to February! Let’s hope this month isn’t as gloomy and lackluster as January. I feel like I touched on the gloom last month in my column and even gave tips about getting outside to shake the winter blues but I am still feeling it as I am sure many of you are. I do admit, there have been more than a few times during the rainy days where I didn’t take my own advice of throwing on rain gear and taking a walk around the neighborhood and instead sat inside eating junk and watching movies. Switching up routines is especially hard when there isn’t really a foreseeable incentive. This month I decided to shift my focus on changing things up within the home or living space. When it’s pouring buckets outside, maybe it’s a good time to clean, pick up a new craft or hobby, or finish a project that’s on the back burner. In last month’s

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edition Randi Wilson had a great article about cleaning up clutter, and that is something that I could certainly do around our house. If your house is clutter free then consider painting a wall or redecorating. It’s refreshing to have a “new” room in

the house, even if that means moving a couch or light fixture and adding a new pillow or some sort of decor. I invite you to pick your indoor passion or find something different to do in the house. It could be learning to cook a new dish, tying flies, knitting, labeling drawers, or even going through closets and weeding out clothes to donate or

consign. And when all else fails, give yourself rules! Do just two things on your to-do list and then feel good about accomplishing those two things. It could be as small as clearing off the table of the unwanted mail and knickknacks that pile up or vacuum a room. And if all else fails, write! I’ve found writing to be very entertaining as well as therapeutic.

I don’t consider myself a professional writer, though I do enjoy it and it helps me to narrow my focus and it pulls me away from distractions like the TV, Facebook, or even wondering worries in my own head. Whatever your indoor (or outdoor) hobby or task might be, I challenge you to do it if your head is as rained-out as mine. I hope you have a lovely February and Happy Valentine’s Day! Anna Hoke is the graphic designer and owner of Southeast Living Magazine. She can be reached at anna@seakliving.com.

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o I didn’t get a chance to read the book I mentioned last month, by author David McRaney, called You Are Now Less Dumb. So while I can’t formally review it for you, I am still putting the premise into action, both as a parent and a professional - I’m allowing myself to see things differently than I had believed them to be, and all of a sudden I have had to act differently, big changes and small!

However, I also had the experience of watching an example play out that made me appreciate that sometimes critical review of both our beliefs and the supposed evidence will leave our perceptions and assumptions intact and validated.

I’ll share an example that I’ll try to keep from getting too technical, because the conclusion may just help get you through this nasty cold and flu season we are in the midst of.

A Naturopathic Doctor posted in a professional chat group about an article a patient had brought to her questioning the wisdom of trying to boost immunity through natural therapies during cold and flu season.

I had the opportunity to watch a group of like-minded doctors question their long held belief about immunity - innate vs. acquired and how natural therapies impact wellness and healing in dealing with something like a common cold or the flu. Despite having been authored by an ER doctor from one of New York’s more well known hospitals, it wasn’t a well written article that the patient had brought in. Lacking was any specificity when discussing which natural therapies were actually in question (though links embedded in the digital version did lead to a list of therapeutic interventions that included mostly food and nutrient remedies). The

article also poked fun at a certain inflammatory.

One doctor listed famous TV doctor (“America’s Doctor”, some of the following modalities used who does sometimes make himself to support immune function and an easy target, I’ll admit!) The author balance: accused the celebrity physician Warming sock treatment of panhandling Far infrared therapy “expensive placebos” and then stated that Hydrotherapy (compresses, “even if they did workcontrast showers, you wouldn’t want humidified air, etc.) them to!” The article Homeopathy, Cell Salts presumed to explain that these remedies all Hydration work by increasing the Antimicrobial Essential Oils inflammatory response of the innate immune By Dr. Summer Beattie, ND Antiviral herbs in tincture, pill, tea or whole food system when exposed preparations to the cold or flu virus - these innate immune responses would include things like fever, cough, mucous production, and body aches.

He purposed that this whole system is archaic, ineffective at fighting infection and not to be encouraged.

He then (in the embedded link) sited some articles posted at the Cochrane Library (a reputable collection of medical articles) as reference that these various remedies do little to no good in preventing or treating the cold or flu. Instead he concludes, it is the acquired immune system that does all the work. He concluded that the best course of action, should you contract a cold or flu virus was to suppress innate immune response symptoms and just wait. At the very end, he did mention four actually important and useful preventative measures: 1) wash your hands 2) keep a balanced diet 3) maintain good sleep habits 4) minimize stress It was an encouraging exercise to watch my peers thoughtfully address this patient’s concern over this article. They too posted links to published research archived in the US National Library of Medicine Pub-Med Central Resources showing how things like Vit. C actually show a positive regulator of T-cell maturation (a primary component of the acquired immune system) and how zinc plays a role in T-cell activation.

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Phytonutrients and culinary plants and spices Bone broths If you do have flu symptoms, see your primary care Doctor or Nurse Practitioner right away. Tamiflu (an anti-viral medication) may be appropriate and is often most effective if started within about 48 hours of symptoms, and has been reported to work well in the type of flu presenting with high fever and severe body aches.

Juneau has some great resources for combining natural and standard medical care.

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colleagues said, the problem truly is that it is too complex an issue for an “article”. There is both right and wrong in the article and very little discussion of the middle, which is where the value to most people lies. I was excited to see the openness to question our paradigm, and see the stories of actual patients they are caring for validate many natural therapies. I also greatly appreciated the doctors who combined prescription drugs with natural therapies and co-cared for patients with other practitioners of different perspectives. After all, it is the result we get from our action that matters most. The beauty of a holistic approach to health and wellness is you can blend the best of both curative and symptomatic relief to tailor a plan optimal to you. Most of these natural remedies really are not expensive if done at home. You personally may not find one modality helpful while another person does.

Sometimes just one little thing makes a huge difference or you may find that you need a combination of remedies. In my experience, natural remedies have a synergistic effect when used together. Remember, you really should start preparing for flu

season long in advance by getting your nutrient status and overall vitality in optimal condition.

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ach December designers You may be wondering eagerly wait for Pantone how Pantone decides to reveal their choice for color which hue will set the tone of the year. What is Pantone for the year. According to you ask? Pantone is a global the Executive Director, leader in color and science PCI (Pantone Color technology and provides Institute) combs the world professional color standards looking for future design for the design trades. For 15 and color influences, years, Pantone’s color of the By Randi Wilson, C.I.D. watching out for that Interior Decorator year has influenced one color seen product design, as ascending development, and and building packaging across in importance a wide range of through all industries.

The creative sectors. color is already Influences making its way into can include clothing collections, t e c h n o l o g y, c o s m e t i c s , the entertainaccessories and home ment industry, furnishings. upcoming films, art, emerging artists,

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and even upcoming sports events that capture worldwide attention.

What color is Marsala? It is considered to be a naturally robust and earthy red wine hue with red-brown roots. Marsala pairs well with neutrals like warm taupe and greys. Because of its burnished undertones, Marsala also complements metallic shades of gold and bronze, and shades of blue in royal and navy.

Pantone predicts Marsala will be especially prominent in striping and floral patterns found in upholstery fabric, rugs, table linens, bedding and dishware.

Homeowners can add elegance to any room by incorporating this rich hue in

accent pieces, accessories and paint.

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n the past I’ve discussed the importance of air sealing. In this case I’m going to discuss a specific example of air sealing your home. A properly air sealed home will get you the most bang for your buck when it comes to an energy rating audit reward. I’ll get to the specific area for an example of air sealing later in the article but first let us refresh our memory on the definition and benefits of air sealing.

Our homes have an enormous amount of heated air in them. This is air that we have spent our hard earned dollars to heat. Let us say our home is 1200 square feet and we have 8 foot ceilings.

That amounts to about 9600 cubic feet of heated air. The goal with air sealing is to try to keep that heated air inside our home and keep the cold air outside. The air we lose through cracks and gaps out of our homes means the replacement air

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coming in through the gaps and cracks needs to be heated. Air will naturally go from cold to warm or the difference between warm air and cold air creates a pressure differential.

Dryers and range top exhaust have the same effect or more sometimes. This ventilation is absolutely necessary. Don’t get me wrong, always run the ventilation to get rid of this moisture laden air.

The effects of our ventilation This is why Heat Recovery systems in our homes also create By Greg Stopher Ventilation (HRV) systems pressures differentials. We turn Stopher Construction works so well in this climate on our bathroom fan to exhaust because it is a balance system moisture laden air from a shower, which meaning we exhaust the same amount is necessary for our health and that of of air we bring in and transfer the heat our home, now we are pumping about to that air. HRVs are expensive but 80 cubic feet of air out of our homes that definitely worth the investment, but gets replaced from air coming through only if the home is sealed tight so we the gaps and cracks that needs to be can control all the air. HRVs mean heated. Say we leave the fan on for an nothing if your losing cubic feet of air to hour. We created a pressure differential neverland. So having a tight air barrier, since we pumped out 4800 cubic feet of most commonly called a vapor barrier, air out of the 9600 cubic feet of air in is very important in controlling the our home, half the air in our home was air in our homes. Your home probably replaced and heated over the last hour. has a vapor barrier in place but small

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gaps and cracks can add up to having a window or door open all year round.

Areas where these gaps and cracks are often found include around windows, doors, light switch boxes, phone jacks, outlet boxes, lighting fixture boxes, plumbing pipes, and electrical wires.

Now let me show you a specific example of air leakage and how one gap adds up to a lot of airflow and other dangers.

The Example

We bought our home in June and my wife decided it was time to update the 70’s light fixtures. She has been ordering a couple of new ones every couple of months. Every time I replaced a fixture I would seal the box the wires were in, you know the usually round box that holds the wires. This sealing is part of the air sealing process to eliminate that lost air.

I will seal around the wire coming into

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Offered by Honey Bee Anderson: This custom 5* energy rated ranch was built in 1993 by Gary Ogden and includes 4bd/3ba plus a large family solarium with skylights, all in 2,197 sf GLA. Uniquely designed with handicap accessibility inside and out. Features include infloor heating in the Solarium addition and the efficiently designed Tulikivi Wood-Fired Masonry Heater, which burns much hotter and cleaner than normal wood stoves. Lots of parking available with driveway “pavers” and additional parking on the side. MLS#13967. $439,000

Garden Delight

Offered by Honey Bee Anderson: This fabulous Parkshore Condo is a garden unit located on the first floor w/access through the sliding glass doors to a covered patio area leading to the grassy common area.

Wonderfully maintained w/Sissal Carpet in the living room, dining area & bedrooms. The U-shaped kitchen has new laminate counters. The dining area has its original wet bar available. Each unit has a carport w/ storage & access to the Club House & BBQ areas. Conveniently located w/ easy access to downtown conveniences. MLS#14029 2bd/2ba $227,000

Renovation Opportunity

Offered by Honey Bee: This is an “AS IS” “WHERE IS” sale. Cash or AHFC Renovation Loan. This single family has 2 bedrooms, 1 bath upstairs with 870 sf.

The downstairs with 672 sf is partially finished and has 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath. Lot size is 7800 sf, zoned D-15.

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the box and I would seal around the box with caulking or foil tape depending on the size of the opening. I replaced the fixture in the dining room and thought it would be nice to replace the switch to the light with a dimmer style switch. I pulled the plate cover off and pulled the old switch off and proceeded to seal the electrical box. The box is on a common

While replacing the switch with a dimmer switch I sealed the box but I felt a cold draft on my hand. Where was

wall between the garage and the home, to about 121 sq inches or close to the equivalent of having a 2 foot wide window open about 5 inches. There is a lot of air that can pass through a hole that size, especially if there is a pressure differential between the garage and the house. Our garage is insulated well but is always 10 or 20 degrees cooler. Now we

“I pulled the trim from around the door on the garage side, like you would do if you were air sealing around exterior doors or windows.”

“I sealed the box but I felt a cold draft on my hand.”

wall between the garage and dining room with a door directly to its right.

Our garage is somewhat heated since we have a hydronic baseboard to keep our mechanicals and washer and dryer from freezing.

this coming from? I had just sealed the electrical box. I moved my hand about four inches to the right and could feel cool air pouring into the dining room from behind the trim around the door leading to the garage. I pulled the trim from around the door on the garage side, like you would do if you were air sealing around exterior doors or windows. I found an average of a ⅝ inch gap between the door jamb and the framing. Some places around the door the gap was 3/4 of an inch. I calculated that that gap equates to a hole in the

I found an average of a ⅝ inch gap between the door jamb and the framing. Some places around the door the gap was 3/4 of an inch.

have our pressure differential with the different temperatures between house and garage. Another way we could get a pressure difference between the garage and house is that the dryer is out in the garage. Now the dryer pulls a lot of air

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and exhausts it to the outside (or at least it should or I have other problems). The garage is not that tight so its probably not pulling a lot of air from the house, it is probably getting its air from around the garage door or somewhere easy.

Now say the dryer is off in the garage and I turn on the ventilation fans in my home, my daughter is in the shower and I’m cooking. Well, I’m probably not cooking but the range top vent is moving air in the kitchen 10 feet from the garage door and the bathroom vent is moving air, now I have a pressure difference between the house and the garage, especially when you add the temperature difference between the house and the garage. Cold air is definitely moving from the garage to the house, I couldn’t measure the amount of air without some cool gadgets, but I could certainly feel it on my hand next the door trim.

The Scary Part

So I have cool air coming into my house through a gap around the door in my dining room that leads to the garage.

Do you want the hear the really scary thing about this type of air leakage?

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Ground level unit, no stairs! Nice condition, move-in ready! Features walk-in closet, nice built in and open floor plan. GREAT PRICE, won’t last!

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Single Family on the Slough! This quaint 1 bed 1 bath home located on Norway Point, just North of the Breakwater on Old Glacier Highway. Completely remodeled/rebuilt in 1997 with the following features: off street parking, Metal roof, city water/ sewer, dual heat monitor/electric, wood siding, large deck, laminate flooring, all appliances stay etc. Fantastic views of mountains and wonderful waterfront at high tide! Call today for more info. MLS 13950 Asking $249,900

9331 STEPHEN RICHARDS DR

Just the home you have been looking for...a Beautiful ranch styled home in the Valley! This 4 bed, 3 bath home in Lakewood Subdivision has the following updates and features: New roof, tiled entry, tiled kitchen, crown molding,new hardiplank/type siding, Swan Stone counters, pellet stove, 2 monitor stoves, laminate flooring, living room, family room, open deck, 2 sheds and more! All of this on one level...no stairs! Large newer concrete driveway with plenty of parking. Call Marty McKeown today for a showing! MLS #14033 Asking $389,900

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DUPLEX

3454 KANT CT

Beautifully maintained Duplex in the Mendenhall Valley! This side-by-side Ranch Style Duplex sits on a large lot at the end of a Cul de sac. Each side has 3 beds and 2 baths, dual heat, nice kitchen, family room, private fenced yards and lots of parking! Located in Lakewood Subdivision, just off of Riverside Dr, this property is close to shopping, schools, pool, Field house, trails etc. Great investment or live in one half and have the other side help with the mortgage! Call Marty today for a showing! MLS #13997 Asking $429,900

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Beautiful Waterfront lot on Sunny Lena Point! This almost 1/2 Acre (20522 sq ft) lot is one of the last undeveloped Waterfront Lena properties left. Lot has been partially cleared and has the start to driveway. Building area for your new dream home is clear and ready to go! Located just before the NOAA Facility on old Lena Loop Road. Call Marty McKeown for a showing today! MLS # 12777 Asking $299,900

N DOUGLAS LOT: Nearly 1.6 acre North Douglas building lot available with some improvements, including gravel driveway, clearing, and building pad. Seller has stamped blueprints for a home included with sale. Lot is located on the uphill side of North Douglas Highway at about 7.5 mile. There is a view of mountains and forest which will only improve with a second story home. Call Marty McKeown for more information. MLS 13466 Asking $119,900

COMMERCIAL WATERFRONT AUKE BAY 3.44 COMMERCIAL WATERFRONT

Rare find...3.44 Acres Commercial Waterfront in Auke Bay! This 3 lot parcel is a one of a kind property in the Auke Bay area. The best zoning in Juneau for new development including: Hotels, Condominium project, Mixed Use Buildings...the possibilities are endless! Lots being sold together. Amazing views of all of the action in Auke Bay Harbor and the rest of the Bay! Call Marty McKeown today for more information! Asking price: $3,490,000.00

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PRINCE OF WALES ISLAND:

4.13 Acres on beautiful Setter Lake, Prince of Wales Island. Build your dream home or a cabin getaway on this large waterfront lot located at the end of a quiet road. Call Marty McKeown for more info. Asking price: $49,900.00

PELICAN:

Beautiful views of the harbor from this .33 Acre Lot in Pelican Alaska! Located above the Cannery Just one block from City Hall and 2 blocks from the airplane float dock. Great location for a Summer home, cabin rental or your own dream home in one of Southeast Alaska’s best kept secrets! Call Marty McKeown for more info. Asking price: $49,900.00

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3.14 ACRE LOT!

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Beautiful 3.14 Acre lot off the Back Loop Road, just past Lee Drive and below UAS Housing. Possible views of Auke Lake and great potential for subdividing into smaller lots. Call today for more information. MLS #13532 Asking $579,900

Over 2 acres...2 cabins!!!

Waterfront on Shelter Island!!!

Directly across from NOAA Facility on Lena.

Nice flat beach with decent moorage. Cabins are connected with a boardwalk and are in good shape. Tool shed, water tanks, heating fuel tanks, wired for generator power... power connected to both cabins...its all there! Both cabins need some TLC. Great place for that weekend retreat! MLS #13905. Asking $129,900

ANGOON

Two story home in great secluded location within walking distance of the boat harbor! House built in 1996, city water, septic sewer, monitor heat, gas range, two storage sheds, covered porch and deck. Nearly a half acre lot with plenty of boat/RV parking on site. MLS #13908. Asking Price $119,900

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

909 5TH STREET

RAINWAY TOUCHLESS CARWASH

Fantastic Douglas Building Lot on 5th St. Water views possible on this relatively flat 5000 sqr f lot. Call Marty McKeown for more details today! MLS# 12110. Asking price: $79,900

Juneau’s one and only “Rainway Touchless Carwash” located across from Costco! Great opportunity, property and business are included in sale. Two bay building, vending equipment, video security system, vacuums station etc. Large paved and landscaped corner lot. Financials available to serious prequalified Buyers. Call Marty McKeown today for more information. Asking price: $795,000.00

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8165 KEEGAN AVE 8153 KEEGAN AVE 8145 KEEGAN AVE 8149 KEEGAN AVE

BUILD BRAND NEW! “To Be Built” Single Family home

by Lowpete Construction.

Price includes Builder financing with as little 5% down. This large 3 bed, 2.5 bath home will be on the recently finished Keegan Ave, next to Easy St. High quality features include: 50 year roof, Laminate, vinyl, carpet, vaulted ceiling, open kitchen floor plan with huge living room, 2 car garage, home warranty and much more. Call today for more info! Picture is of similar previously built home. MLS #13920 Asking $414,900

BUILD BRAND NEW! “To Be Built” Single Family home

by Lowpete Construction.

Price includes Builder financing with as little as 3.5% down. This large 3 bed, 2.5 bath home will be on Keegan Ave, next to Easy St. High quality features include: 50 year roof, Laminate, vinyl, carpet, vaulted ceiling, Duel Heat, Toyo, electric, open kitchen floor plan with huge living room, 2 car garage, home warranty and much more. Call today for more info! Picture is of similar previously built home. MLS #13922 Asking $384,900

Build a BRAND NEW HOME! “To be built” beautiful Single Family Home by Lowpete Construction!

Pricing includes Builder financing with as little as 3.5% down payment! This large 3 bed, 2 bath home on Keegan Ave, next to Easy St. High quality features include: 50 year roof, Laminate, vinyl, carpet, vaulted ceiling, Dual Heat, Toyo, electric, open kitchen floor plan with huge living room, 2 car garage, home warranty and much more. Call today for more info! Picture is of similar previously built home. MLS #13923 Asking $384,900

BUILD BRAND NEW! “To Be Built” Single Family home

by Lowpete Construction.

Price includes Builder financing with as little as 5% down. This large 4 bed, 2 bath home on Keegan Ave, next to Easy St. High quality features include: 50 year roof, Laminate, vinyl, carpet, vaulted ceiling, Dual Heat, Toyo, electric, open kitchen, huge living room, 2 car garage, home warranty more. Still time to pick colors and flooring options. Call today for more info! Picture is of similar previously built home. MLS #13924 Asking $409,900

8157 KEEGAN AVE

BUILD BRAND NEW! “To Be Built” Single Family home

by Lowpete Construction.

Price includes Builder financing with as little as 5% down. This large 4 bed, 2.5 bath home will be on the recently finished Keegan Ave, next to Easy St. High quality features include: Den, 50 year roof, Laminate, vinyl, carpet, vaulted ceiling, open kitchen floor plan with huge living room, 2 car garage, home warranty and more. Call today for more info! Photo is of similar previously built home. MLS #13921 Asking $429,900

NHN MAYA WAY

Duplex on half an acre to be built by Lowpete Construction! This quality home makes a great investment, each side has an impressive 1626 sq ft, 3 bed, 2 bath plus a one car garage.

Live in one half and have tenant cover large portion of your payment, or buy it as an investment only and have positive cash flow from the beginning! 5 star energy rated, 50 yr roof, vaulted ceilings, open kitchen, family room etc. Call today for details on just how easy it is to build a new home with Lowpete Construction!

Asking $549,900 HOUSE/BOAT CONDO COMBO

NHN MAYA

House/Boat Condo all in one! This Brand New Floor Plan by Lowpete Construction is the perfect combination for keeping your boat, cars, toys and living space all under one roof! This is a 1927 sqr ft Single family 3 bed 2 bath home on top of a 1604 sqr ft shop, large enough for a 28 ft boat, a truck and a car...with plenty of shop space to spare!

Nice deck with views of Auke Lake on over a half an acre lot! 5 star energy rated, vaulted ceilings, open kitchen, covered porch etc. Call today for more details! MLS 13098 $499,900

GREAT NEW BUILDING PLANS AND NEW LOCATIONS! CALL TODAY FOR DETAILS ON HOW TO BUILD YOUR BRAND NEW HOME WITH LOWPETE CONSTRUCTION!

Submitted By Amanda Pilley

Southeast Alaska Schedule of Events for February If you’re traveling through Southeast Alaska this month, we invite you to join us for the many events held throughout the region.

February 5th – 7th | Sitka Sitka Jazz Festival www.sitkajazzfestival.com

www.juneauserr.wix.com February 14th – 15th | Juneau Wearable Arts Extravaganza www.jahc.org

February 5th – 7th | Ketchikan Wearable Arts Show www.ketchikanarts.org

February 17th – 18th | Juneau Banff Film Festival www.banffcentre.ca

February 5th – 8th | Wrangell Tent City Days www.wrangell.com

February 25th | Sitka Banff Film Festival www.banffcentre.ca

February 7th | Juneau BaconFest 2015 www.jahc.org

Have an event you’d like to see advertised? Contact Southeast Living Magazine at info@seakliving.com.

February 14th | Juneau Sweethearts Relay

HAVE AN EVENT YOU’D LIKE TO SEE ADVERTISED?

Contact Southeast Living Magazine and tell us about it! Info@seakliving.com

Amanda Pilley has lived in Southeast Alaska for most of her adult life and recently moved back to Juneau for the third time. She is a graduate of Albertson College of Idaho with a degree in Creative Writing. To reach Amanda, please feel free to email her at amanda_pilley@hotmail.com.

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3474 TONGASS BOULEVARD MLS#12933 $429,000

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RUSTABACH RD, IN HAINES Own a piece of the Alaskan wilderness. 15 acres past the end of Rustabach Road, off the end of Mud Bay Road. MLS#13396. $58,000 with owner financing, $52,000 for cash

RENTALS ALL OWNED BY A LICENSED REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL IN THE STATE OF ALASKA CALL KAREN WRIGHT 907-321-5866 • 1 Bdrm, 1 ba fully NTEDincludes all utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,350 REfurnished • 2 Bdrm, 1 ba partialy TED includes heat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1,350 RENfurnished • 2 Bdrm, 1 ba partialy furnished includes heat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1,350

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PYBUS BAY 5 bedroom, 3 bath on one acre in Pybus Bay. MLS# 13932. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1,050,000

8745 GLACIER HWY SUITE 376 Own your own card, gift and novelty shop. Southeast Alaska’s only Gold Crown. Owner willing to train new buyer.

MLS#13377. . . . . . . .$30,000 plus value of inventory

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born IN A barn?

“The other scary monster in the garage is the boiler, a carbon monoxide producing, fuel fired, combustion chamber that heats water to heat my home.”

Okay, I’ll tell you anyway. I don’t park a car in the garage, but if I did, the carbon monoxide from the exhaust would be coming directly into my house. Even if you drive the car in, shut it off, then close the garage door, studies have shown a huge spike in carbon monoxide levels in the home. A little bit of carbon monoxide won’t kill you but the long term effects of exposure to low levels of carbon monoxide aren’t good for you. I don’t store any hazardous materials in the garage but I sometime have a gas can or some oil in the garage for a few days.

The other scary monster in the garage is the boiler, a carbon monoxide producing, fuel fired, combustion chamber that heats water to heat my home. What if that fuel fired combustion chamber backdrafts a little bit of exhaust into the garage. Well the exhaust ends up in my house. About a month back we ran out of fuel and I knew right away when the boiler didn’t fire up but there was a strong smell of diesel in the house. Not good.

“I used a spray foam to seal the gap and then I re-installed the trim.”

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So with the trim off the garage side of the door, I used a spray foam to seal the gap and then I re-installed the trim. I just sealed a

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“The example above is just on a single door and it resulted in almost a square foot opening to the outside.”

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121 sq inch hole between my garage and house with very little time and effort and we all feel a little healthier already.

Small gaps and cracks really can add up throughout a home. The example above is just on a single door and it resulted in almost a square foot opening to the outside. When you add up an entire house full of windows, doors, outlet boxes, electrical switch boxes, and other areas it could easily add up to having one window open, possibly two windows open, or a door or two. Thats a lot of heat loss or cold air infiltration in the cold winter months. Like my Dad would always say when I left the door open, “Close the door! Were you born in a barn?”

Greg Stopher has over 16 years of experience in the construction field and earned a degree in Construction Technologies from the University of Alaska – Southeast. His company, Stopher Construction, LLC, is a general contracting company specializing in remodeling, custom finishes, additions and new home construction projects. He can be reached at 907-321-2350.

0 North Douglas Highway • MLS # 13208 • Waterfront Lot • 64904 sq. ft. • $149,900 Just under 1.5 acres. Located between 7800 and 7940 N. Douglas Highway. A flat piece of waterfront property ready to clear and build.

Spring is the perfect time to get your house on the market.

Call me today for a free market analysis JoAnn Birt Realtor

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ne thing is true in real estate: sellers should never underestimate where they might pick up a buyer. With the multitude of ways that buyers can shop for a home now, sellers could get a buyer from just about anywhere. Your Realtor knows this better than anyone, and should be utilizing every avenue of marketing available, from advertising in various places, to entering your listing into the Multiple Listing Service, thereby making it available to other agents and to websites like Realtor.com. One aspect to consider when marketing your home is hosting an Open House.

While the effectiveness of an open house event in the actual selling of a house is controversial, there is no doubt that open houses serve a unique purpose in selling homes. Essentially, open houses offer a no-pressure way for serious buyers to view a home. They are also a nod in your Realtors direction, as it can be a way for him or her to gain new clients. An open house is a powerful marketing tool that your Realtor can use to help sell your home, and here’s why:

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It will make your home more visible.

If your home has been on the market for a while and it’s not getting as much attention as you’d like, advertising for an open house will get your property back out there. A p ro p e r l y advertised open house will effectively let buyers, agents, and even your neighbors, know that your house is on the market. It will have the potential to attract a high volume of foot traffic, and it may remind active buyers that your listing is still an option for them.

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It will bring buyers to you.

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serious buyer will want to verify it in person.

Even if a buyer is ultimately not interested in purchasing your home, they may know people who would be. You just don’t know how far that reach can go. Attending an open house is one of the top ways that home buyers research the home that they are looking to buy.

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It will give you feedback.

One of the most useful benefits to hosting an open house is that it will provide invaluable feedback to the seller. Buyers and non-buyers alike can offer their candid opinions about the house, which the seller can use to his or her advantage. Most attendants won’t hesitate to tell your Realtor their reactions to everything from the price, to the number of bathrooms, or the paint job. If there are negative comments, you’ll know what

elements that you need to correct, and if there are positive comments, your Realtor will know what assets to highlight when marketing your home.

Don’t lose out on By Amanda Pilley the opportunity to attract a buyer by deciding to not host open house. Instead, work with your real estate agent to implement a clear strategy toward getting the maximum results from the event. You’ll be able to make use of your open house to gain marketable knowledge, showcase your property, and attract buyers.

Sometimes, just getting buyers to physically step inside a home is all it takes for them to make the leap to a home sale.

Amanda has lived in Southeast Alaska for most of her adult life and recently moved back to Juneau for the third time. She is a graduate of Albertson College of Idaho with a degree in Creative Writing. To reach Amanda, please feel free to email her at amanda_pilley@hotmail.com.

JUNEAU 3347 PARK PLACE This one won’t last long ready to move in 3 Bdrm, 2.5 Bath, 2 Car Garage Townhouse built in 1995. 1,582 Sq. Ft. living space with 472 Sq. Ft. garage.

Backs up to Rotary Park, convenient to schools, shopping and business. All three bedrooms are on the second level with a full bath and walk-in closet in the master suite and a full guest bath.

First floor has the living room, dining room, kitchen and ¾ bath. . . . . . . . . . . .$285,000

8991 LONG RUN DRIVE MLS# 13987 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$399,000

PYBUS BAY

This gorgeous home in remote Pybus Bay features craftsmanship rarely seen, escape from the world’s distractions to this piece of natural wonder. 4 story home with 5 bedrooms, 2 baths, full kitchen, dock rights, and fabulous outbuildings. Too many amenities to list. Possible lodge or corporate retreat. Access from Petersburg or Juneau. MLS# 13932 . . . $1,050,000

NORTH LYNN CANAL

The unsurpassed beauty of upper Lynn Canal will enchant the lucky buyer of this massive piece of paradise. 163.17 acres! Savor the silence in a private refuge only minutes south of Haines. The rugged beauty of rivers and glaciers to explore and an ocean of fishing, shrimping and crab await you in this pristine and peaceful place. Access only by water or air south of Haines, Glacier Point. MLS# 12241 $650,000

ELFIN COVE

.34 Acres Remote property on Elfin Cove which is on the northern part of Chicgagof Island which is 85 miles west of Juneau. This area has stunning scenery, wildlife, and world-class sport fishing.

MLS #12421 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50,000 There is 126’ of waterfront. It goes back 700’. On the bank above the water (20’) there is the large flat building area, on level with the cabin/shed. The cabin has a brand new still in the box Sigmar diesel stove that heats, has a cooktop and oven. Also has a water coil heater. The sleeping loft is 8 x 16’. It is completely wired for electrical. Unfinished walls but plywood is there to finish. Dock permit available. MLS# 13490 . . . . . . $89,000

EXCURSION INLET

Salmonrun Lodge in Excursion Inlet: Beautiful lodge at the south end of Excursion Inlet complete with dock, boats and equipment. Complete commercial kitchen, room for 18 guests and 6-8 staff. The common areas feature a very large stone fireplace. Icy Straight is one of the most productive salmon and halibut fishing areas in all of Southeast Alaska. The lodge property has operated mostly as a private retreat so it would be ideal for a corporate client or a startup wanting to operate a lodge operation.

MLS# 13769 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $900,000 Two beautifully hand crafted Cabins on 4.26 acre lot in Excursion Inlet This property is set up with a 300 gallon water storage tank for water catchment from the roof also a presser pump. Hot and cold water into the Kitchen and the shower/bath house. Internet and phone service available and solar power and generators for electricity.

MLS# 13599 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$249,000

KAKE

281 Silver Spive Road: Multilfamily home 2,800 SQ. FT. with five rental units on 12,004 SQ. FT lot. Many improvments done in the last few years including the roof.

MLS #12655 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$199,000

TENAKEE SPRINGS

Quaint cabin with outbuildings is awaiting you for your hunting and fishing adventures on this picturesque parcel of property located approximately two miles east of the small village of Tenakee Springs. Comes with furnishings and a boat. 2.70 acres of land. MLS# 13588 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $275,000

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CLIFF HOUSE CONDO N e w l y updated, fresh paint, new range, new carpet, and clean.

This condo is priced to move! 2 bedroom, 1 bath condo overlooking Treadwell Arena and Sandy Beach. Lovely views, right on the bus line, and perfect if you are looking for low maintenance and easy living. MLS #13893. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$134,000

HAINES 231 ALLEN ROAD Single family 4bd, 2 bath home with many energy efficient upgrades, all of the outside walls have been re-insulated and energy efficient windows throughout. MLS# 13914.. . . . . . . . . . . $180,000 Almost 3 acres near Mosquito Lake. Owner will carry contract. Power and phone lines are in to the property line. MLS #11207 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$37,500 3.7 Acres of land located near a landing strip in Nelson Subdivision.

MLS#13804 . . . . $29,500 3.7 Acres of land located next to a landing strip in Nelson Subdivision.

MLS#13792 . . . $39,500 Business Opportunity 66,240 SQ.FT Waterfront property on Beach Road in Haines. 5,500+ SQ. FT. dock and a 10,000 SQ. FT. paved parking lot. 2,837 SQ.FT. Terminal building. MLS# 14009. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $985,000 1.13 Acre building lot in the highlands area of downtown Haines, just above Nukdik Point. Owner financing possible.

MLS #13394.$58,000 with owner financing or $52,000 without.

Stow away to the privacy of this 15 acre parcel past the end of Mud Bay Road just past Rustabach Lake. Owner financing available. MLS #13396. $58,000 with owner financing or $52,000 without.

CHILKAT LAKE

1.42 Acres on the lake with a small cabin. MLS13778 $33,500 1.50 Acres on Chilkat Lake with a cabin furnished with a custom bedframe, table and cabinets. MLS# 11392 $47,500 1.5 Acre lake front lot MLS#12864 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $16,500

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HOLLY’S HALLMARK Holly’s Hallmark Gold Crown Store in the Nugget Mall is for sale! The owner is willing to train you. Sale include the POS System, Fixtures and Inventory. MLS# 13377.

ART DEPARTMENT No experience necessary the owner is willing to train you! Invest in your future with a successful matting and framing store. Solid revenue and a great location. $136,000 price was just reduced!

1.7 Acre lot on the lake this lot is relatively flat compared to other parts of the lake, may possibly still have a small steam running through it. MLS# 13691 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $17,000

ANGOON

3 bedroom, 1 bath single family home with a large open kitchen and living room with wall to wall windows overlooking Favorite Bay, a breathtaking site. MLS# 13873. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $140,000 .75 acre Lot 315 in Keet Subdivision in Angoon. This lot has 70.3 Sq. Ft. of waterfront. Water access only. MLS# 14034 $27,000 Waterfront Lots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,000 -$25,000 Lot 69 in Kenasnow Subdivison: Great hunting or fishing cabin with a shower on a lot with beautiful white sands beach front.

Only one other cabin within a mile either way. Very secluded!

Beach access from Angoon ferry terminal. 3/4 acre lot with 178ft of beach frontage! Sale includes 17’ skiff, equipment and tools. MLS#13176. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$85,000

PELICAN

Breath taking views from this 2 ba, 1 bath single family home.

New flooring, wood stove, Toyo stove, windows, doors, light fixtures, cabinets and counter tops have all been replaced throughout the house. The roof and siding on the lower part of the house has been replaced. The patio is enclosed with a tiled floor and new sliding glass door. The house and deck have all been recently painted. New washer and dryer.

MLS# 13793 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$175,000

YAKUTAT Yakutat Land - Lot 4 Block 11, .40 acres.

MLS# 13481 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $49,000

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1 pound venison loin (back strap) ¼ pound hickory smoked bacon strips 2 Tbsp. cocoa nibs Salt, Alaskan sea salt if possible, to taste Black pepper, freshly ground, to taste 1 ounce extra virgin olive oil, plus an additional tablespoon 8 ounces red wine (I like a good Malbec or Pinot Noir) 1 ounces port wine (good quality one) 1T orange zest ½ cup shallots, sliced fresh thyme to taste ½ cup venison stock reduction (or use beef or mushroom broth) 2 Tbsp. quality Chocolate (look for 68% caco) ¼ cup blackberries fresh or jam if you can’t find fresh ½ cup organic crimini mushrooms, cleaned small bunch baby turnips, blanched 3Tbsp. butter 1 tsp. chives, sliced thinly Twine

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y love of venison goes spending some time in Oregon, back to hunting with my it really is a nice food centered dad as a little girl, in fact I have wine or spirit... depending on many memories of spending how’s it’s made.. Originating in time in the woods with him, Portugal in the Douro Valley back showing me how to make fires, as far as the 1500’s. In 1678 when shelters, follow animal tracks, Britain declared war on France look for signs of bear or other and the ports were blocked wine danger, tell direction and most shipments of Port increased and importantly gather. Growing inspired many British companies up remotely in logging camps to come set up offices in Portugal and spending the summer to oversee wine production and hand trolling in Chatham and imports. Most Ports are Cask Sumner strait was the perfect aged and Tawny (a blend of sever Southeast location, whether it different barrel aged vintages at was pulling crab pots, picking least six years old) you get that berries or going scuba diving, oxidation which creates colors and there was always something Contributed by Amber King flavors of caramel and toffees that more to do when the fishing or come out. One of my favorites is hunting was over. That’s when I also found my love the Fonseca Bin No. 27 it’s usually very reasonably of venison and wild game meat. priced and has a great full body of fruit flavors and So what better dish to share with those you love will mix nicely with the chocolate in this recipe. than a great hearty dinner of local wild game. I love There is also the local Bear Creek Winery out of the earthiness and solidness of the meat that I can Homer is producing a port now as well so try a little only compare to elk. But really any game loin will local flavor as well, and have a glass after dinner as do in this recipe or beef if you’ve already used your well. winter supply of game.

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Mixing in a little chocolate and fresh berries with some amazing port is just the ticket to additional dishes for your evening of possibly romantic dining in... I have been on a bit of a port fascination while

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Instructions: Wrap the bacon around venison fillet seasoned with cocoa nibs and secured with twine, salt and pepper to taste.

Pour the red wine, port, orange zest, shallots, bay leaf and thyme into a sauce pot and reduce to 1/8 original volume.

Mix the venison stock reduction with the wine reduction in a sauce pot and reduce until desired sauce consistency; then strain.

Add the butter and chocolate to sauce and mix until completely incorporated.

Next, add the blackberries (save a few for final plating) to the sauce and set aside.

Add the olive oil to sauté pan on a high heat, letting the oil barely reach its smoking point, and add the venison.

Keep cooking the venison, searing it on all sides until reaching desired done-ness and the bacon until it is crisped.

When finished rest venison for at least five minutes.

In the meantime sauté mushrooms with the blanched turnips and in butter and finish with chives, season to taste, and plate equally.

Unwrap the venison, cut filet into medallions and plate and add sauce equally.

Garnish venison with fresh berries, chives and a few drops of olive oil.

Enjoy with a nice glass of wine (from your dish) Happy Valentine’s Day From my table to yours~

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