Seasons Temiskaming District
Spring 2012
CARTER ANTILA MEMORIAL SKATEPARK
Magazine
In memory of local teen
EARTH DAY Save your world one action at a time
KEEPING KIDS FIT Get kids outdoors and active this spring
LANDSCAPE DESIGN A look at some landscaping tips
SPRING GARDENING Sparkling clean and spring fresh
BEAVER/CUB SCOUTS Fun and adventures for all ages
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Seasons Temiskaming District Magazine
Spring 2012
F E AT U R E S
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Maintaining Mental Health Small mental workouts everyday Spring Allergies Stop the sneezing
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Spring Pulse Poem Spring Blizzard
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Nutrition IQ Rediscover the pleasures of spring
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Carter Antila Memorial Skate Park A project thst will benefit our youth
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Spring Cleaning Start spring with a clean house
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Spring Fashion Must-Haves The years hottest spring looks
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Earth Day Save your world one small action at a time
Living at the Cottage Let’s talk about love
24-25
Spring Gardening Tips from Charlie Warner, of Aidie Creek Gardens
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Be the Cause Fred Deacon
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The Principals of Landscape Design Article by Simone, of The GreenHaus
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Move with the Energy of Spring Add yoga to your daily routine
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How Does Your Home Measure Up? Your home’s value in today’s real estate market
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Keeping Kids Fit Get kids outdoors and active this spirng
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Beaver & Cub Scouts Adventures Discover the scouting experience
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For many Northern Ontarians, trees in bud and lawns turning green is one of those good news/bad news things. The long winter and a never-ending string of colds going through the office or school are gone, but are being replaced by all that miserable sniffling and sneezing triggered by trees and grasses coming back to life.
A large percentage of people suffer from hay fever, or seasonal allergic rhinitis. Depending on what a person is allergic to, allergy season can start in the early spring and last right through to the first killing frost of fall. The immune system identifies and reacts to different allergens, such as pollen that’s blown around by the wind. When an allergen enters the body of someone who is predisposed to allergies, it triggers an immune reaction and the production of allergen-specific antibodies. These antibodies migrate to mast cells lining the nose, eyes and lungs. The next time a pollen particle drifts into the nose, mast cells release a slew of chemicals (histamines) that irritate and inflame the moist membranes lining the nose and produce the classic symptoms of an allergic reaction — scratchy throat, sneezing, itching and watery eyes.
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Sensitivity to spores can cause even more problems than pollen in some people, because they are smaller and can get deep into the lungs and possibly trigger asthma. Spores are the reproductive particles or seeds of fungi or moulds. In some cases, people who are allergic to birch and alder pollen can develop oral allergy syndrome. You may have this if you’ve noticed allergy symptoms after you’ve eaten an apple, plum, nuts, celery or carrots. This cross-reactivity is believed to be due to the antigen (allergycausing protein) structure of the pollen grains and the carbohydrate protein covering of the foods. Cooking or peeling the skin will usually help. That’s why some people have trouble eating an apple but have no problem with apple pie. Besides locking yourself in a hermetically-sealed home, there are steps you can take to reduce your exposure to the stuff that makes you miserable during allergy season: Avoid the outdoors when pollen counts are high (especially early morning and late afternoon). Change your sheets and pillowcases frequently. Consider replacing carpets with hardwood or laminate flooring.
Allergies By Russell Walker, Pharmacist Smallman Pharmacy
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Spring Blizzard they’ll be working the snow ploughs all night the way it’s coming down out there-look at it blowing across the road, piling up thick as Hudson Bay blanketsyou’d never guess this was the first day of spring
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4. Firm cheese combined with fresh fruits or whole wheat crackers help with oral hygiene. T/F
2. Chocolate milk is not a healthy snack. T/F 5. All snack bars are the same. T/F 3. Snacks should always come from at least two of the ANSWERS four food groups: milk and dairy products, meat and alternatives, grains and pastas, or fruit and vegetables. 1. False. Unlike even 100-percent pure fruit juice, fresh fruits T/F are a good source of fibre, which satisfies hunger longer. What’s
Reform the way you move.
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Living at the
Cottage by Lois Perry
Watching the birds picking up bits of dry grass and scraps I can’t help but marvel at the efficiency of their building skills as they get ready for the arrival of their young. They motivate me to build something wonderful. I start by simply straightening the woodpile. It is there that I discover the annual garter snake “mating ball”. Hundreds of these creatures so inter-twined that you can’t tell one from the other. I run for cover while trying to wipe the vision from my mind. Its no use, it’s burnt into my
“Let’s talk about love”
memory forever and it’s the grosses mating ritual that I have ever witnessed.
They are doing it everywhere, on the deck, on the dock and in the air.
Even Andy our dog has a glint in his eye and a skip in his step. He doesn’t know why, but it is obvious. I watch
Love is all around.
him as he prances over to the grapevine garden turtle ornament. He sniffs and sniffs and sniffs then slowly
Everywhere you look the signs are clear, it is the season
turns, lifts his leg and urinates on its head. I laugh at the
for re-birth, hope and sex.
smugness that I see in Andy as he walks away.
From the two flirtatious otters playing on the dock,
I wonder how the tiny snapping turtle that hatched
slipping in and out of the water to the squirrels making
prematurely last fall made out through the short but cold
a spectacle of themselves on the railing of the deck the
winter and I search the shore daily for his appearance.
excitement of spring mounts all around me.
It is in the open water that I notice the two white geese floating along the shore tenderly caressing each other
It is a wonderful opportunity to teach the young people
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Cause BE
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Advocate for the north and perhaps Englehart’s head cheerleader Fred W. Deacon has strived for years to help make Englehart and Area the amazing place that it is to live and work. Fred has volunteered himself to a wide range of committees, clubs and fundraising efforts. Fred’s love of volunteerism and community pride has found him in such roles as Past President and Director of the Englehart & District Chamber of Commerce, Past Chairman of the Retail Merchants Association, Past President and Treasurer of Englehart & District Fish & Game Association as well as Past Treasurer of the Christ Anglican Church. Fred was also the Chair of Gates & Tickets Committee and Englehart’s Representative at the International Plowing Match (2009) also Chairman of the Englehart’s Centennial Committee. Always helpful, Fred is willing to jump in with both feet when helping to fundraise for the betterment of the community. Fred was a member of the Englehart & Area Joint Use Recreational Facility Fundraising Committee, the Englehart & Area Arena Fundraising Committee and the Englehart & District Clinic Expansion Fundraising Committee. The holidays don’t deter Fred from volunteering, he has been Co-Chairman of the ONR Santa Claus Express ( 3 years) and he helps out the Englehart Rotary Club by delivering their Christmas baskets. Among all of this Fred has also had a lot of Municipal and Political involvement including:
- Councillor of the Township of Chamberlain (2 years) - Councillor of the Town of Englehart (16 years) - Deputy Mayor of the Town of Englehart (4 years) - Chairman of the Town of Englehart Finance Committee (6 years) - Chairman of the Town of Englehart Public Works Committee (4 years) - Member of Englehart Cemetery Board (8 years)
Fred Deacon
- Member of Englehart & Area Museum Board (6 years) - Englehart/Dack/Charlton Planning Board (5 years) - Presently Member of Temiskaming Municipal Association - Member of Englehart Industrial Committee (12 years) - Chairman of Temiskaming District Housing Authority (6 years) - Member of Ontario Northland Railway Provincial Task Force (studying Rail Passenger Service in Northeastern Ontario - Board Member of Kirkland Lake Economic Development Assistance (KLEDA) - Member of Executive Committee overseeing the successful merger of KLEDA/TACO (Kirkland Lake Economic Development Assistance Corporation and TemiskamingAbitibi Community Opportunities) - Past Chair of KDCDC (Kirkland Lake & District Community Development Corporation - Presently Treasurer and Board Member of KDCDC (20+years) - Presently Board Member of DTSSAB (District of Temiskaming Social Services Administration Board) With all of this over the years you would think that Fred would have taken a break and hung up his volunteering hat, but Fred is still going strong, he is presently a member of the 701 Restoration Committee/Fundraiser, Director of the Temiskaming Foundation (Englehart Fund), Chair of Englehart’s Community Centre Elevator Fundraising Committee and all the while still dedicating time to his community, neighbors, children and grandchildren whenever they need him. So if you happen to run into Fred, take a moment to thank him for being the ‘cause of wonderful things’.
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We are fortunate to live amongst an endless array of life. As spring unfolds another cycle of energy is born. New, colorful birds arrive to join the blue jays, partridge and squirrels that have been feeding on seeds and bread through the winter. They sing and flutter about playfully in the warm sun. Drops of melted snow fall from the trees and glisten in the light, the earth awakens and we start to feel inspired. This is a time of freedom and exploration. As the days become longer and the sun warms the ground life emerges. We start to see the vibrant colors of green grass, trees, and a rainbow of flowers sprout. It’s time for us to awaken as well, from our cozy hibernation. The ice melts and we are able to get outside for a refreshing walk. Breathe deeply, smile, laugh and enjoy your own company or that of a friend. Always listen to your body and move at a pace that feels right for you. Please consult a physician before starting any exercise program if you have health concerns. Here are a few yoga postures to get you loosened up and moving. Cat Stretch can be done first thing in the morning while you’re in bed. Lie on your back, bend your right knee and move it across your body to the left, in a gentle spinal twist. Hold and breathe. Then move back to the centre, relax your leg down and repeat on the other side. Twist and turn as many times as you like, gently waking up your body.
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Keeping Kids Fit An important way to help your child with maintaining a normal weight and develop healthy habits is to encourage him/her to participate in regular physical activity. This can include participating
We may have heard the term “Children Learn What They Live” and what better way to teach our children to be fit is to become or continue to be fit ourselves! To help get your kids motivated to exercise and eat healthier, it is very important that you provide him with a healthy lifestyle that he can model his own life against. This includes having healthy eating habits and participating in a regular exercise program. Also limit how much time that the family watches television.
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Chores, such as doing yard work or housework. Family exercise: go for routine family walks or bike rides in the neighborhood or local park.
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THE VISION
The Carter Antila Memorial SkatePark will be a state of the art venue for the hundreds of local youth that enjoy, and will enjoy, BMX and skateboarding activities. The professional design will provide an array of features including a bowl and plenty of transitions with great flow and characteristics suitable to all levels and ages of riders with special attention to safety.
• Within the Park’s site are public washrooms, parking and other recreational areas,
The New Liskeard Algonquin Beach area is a friendly family environment encouraging interaction across generations that is healthy for all. It is the location where the young and the young at heart play. The Park will enhance the surrounding natural beauty of the shores of Lake Temiskaming, with an aesthetically pleasing design. Compared to past designs, state of the art parks are far less obtrusive. The intention is to use greenspace, walkways, benches, steps, and other features in the landscaping to help it blend in and complement its lakeside location. A natural wood gazebo will be incorporated for viewing the skate tricks of local talent, or a picturesque spot for weary boarders/bikers to rest.
• The South Temiskaming Active Trail is nearby, providing a safe access route for bikers and boarders to get to the Park.
A PROJECT THAT WILL BENEFIT OUR YOUTH
Boarding and biking engage in active lifestyles – so important in this age where youth spend inordinate amounts of recreational time sedentary in front of screens. The active habits set in youth will reap physical, social and emotional benefits over a lifetime. Boarding and biking are uniquely self progressing activities. Youth develop strength, coordination, and cardiovascular fitness while also developing confidence, social skills, and self esteem. They promote sportsmanship, respect, fair play, individuality and creativity. The Park’s central location is ideal in terms of accessibility and appeal:
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• Public transportation in close proximity, • Six schools are within two kilometres, and
• Additionally, its high visibility by pedestrian and road traffic will serve as a natural deterrent to the temptation to the few who may consider engaging in illegal activities on the site.
A PROJECT THAT WILL BENEFIT OUR COMMUNITY The Carter Antila Memorial SkatePark will offer many benefits:
provide the opportunity for free play, allowing youth to engage as they wish in a non-structured format, to learn technique from one another and to interact with a wide range of age groups; meet the needs of area youth and especially those who do not participate in more traditional sports; support our community’s intent to promote healthy living for all; help fully realize the recreational potential of our area through its open use and through spurring the development of competitions and special events;
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be relatively maintenance free, and as a result will be an effective and efficient recreational activity provide a designated environment thus relieving some of the safety issues faced when these sports are practiced on the streets and sidewalks; further mitigate risk through a design informed by expert engineering (e.g. safe flow / transition areas, construction resistant to heaving/cracks, minimum sharp edges); provide a venue to self-challenge youth of all levels to develop athletic ability; be professionally designed and built thereby encouraging our youth to take pride in their community; give many youth in our area a sense of belonging, especially those who are not involved in conventional sports who feel overlooked by the community; and help promote tourism, and increase appeal for families considering relocation to the area.
THE FINANCIAL STORY
It is estimated that $400,000 is required for full completion of the SkatePark. Financial matters are being over-seen by the Temiskaming Foundation (formerly the Tri-Town Foundation), a local charity governed by a board of directors. The Foundation has created an endowment fund for the Carter Antila Memorial SkatePark from donations and other funds raised, and assumes legal responsibility for administering these.
The City of Temiskaming Shores will provide the land at the Algonquin Beach Park. The wide-spread support for the Park within our community and beyond has enabled significant funds to have been raised/ secured through a variety of means in a relatively short period of time. As of March 1st the approximate fundraising total is $137,000 which includes $50,000 from DTSSAB.
THE PASSION THAT’S DRIVING “HARDER 4 CARTER”
Carter was only 19 years old at the time of his passing in July 2011, and although his life was cut short, he did live it to the fullest. Compared to his peers, Carter often pushed himself harder, whether it was carving fresh powder in the mountains, having a good time with his family or many friends, shredding the pavement on his board or hitting self-made jumps on his bike. With Carter’s outlook in mind, and the desire to keep his spirit alive, his friends created the “Harder 4 Carter” catchphrase and it has been adopted to unify and motivate fundraising activities for the Park. All those who have been touched by Carter in his life and through his passing intend to work harder for Carter in making this Park in his honour a reality. Carter’s passion and determination are driving this project.
DONATIONS
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Sparkling clean from top to bottom Spring is the season of renewal. It’s also the time when we’re most likely to feel like scouring our homes from top to bottom. We all love to have a clean and sparkling home to welcome the beautiful, sunny days of summer. The spring clean is an annual rite of passage to chase away all the dirt hidden away in a home’s nooks and crannies, so after putting away cool-weather boots and parka and ice scraper for the car window, get ready to wash, dust, and polish. Do you hate spring cleaning? Then call on the services of house cleaning experts who have turned dusting and mopping into a fine art. Ventilation ducts, walls, floors, baseboards, mouldings, windows, carpets, rugs: nothing can escape the keen eyes of these professionals. Entrust a specialist with all your cleaning jobs, from attic to basement via the garage and even the outside of the house. And don’t forget that your pets could probably do with a good grooming session as well! For a quick version of the spring clean, fresh air is the key word. It eliminates all traces of fall and winter, including irritants such as dust and allergens. So open your windows wide and let the wonderful scents of spring freshen up your entire house. While the windows are open, why not grab the mop and a pail of water to give the floor a quick swish; it will dry fast and bring a sparkle to your space. Spring will definitely be in the air after a little bit of hard work!
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Finding the perfect shorts The cool look of shorts is back with a bang this year. They’re arriving in the stores in a wide range of styles, shapes, and cuts. All you have to do is find the right pair for your shape and style in order to look and feel great. If some fashion trends are flattering for certain body types, others only emphasize flaws you’d love to hide. Errors can be avoided by not becoming a slave to fashion trends. Many people often ignore elements that would suit their body shape for the sake of looking “in”. Unfortunately, the result can be far from flattering. When searching for the perfect pair of shorts, identify your strong points and emphasize them. Decide whether your figure looks better with shorts featuring a high or below-the-navel waist, long or short legs, and fitted or baggy style. Keep in mind that the elegance of high cut waists is the basis for a striking summer style, while hip huggers are suitable for trim figures and stiff fabric, such as denim. If you like the nautical look, complete your outfit with a little top held close to the body with a braided leather belt. Or add a sequined camisole and a pair of sandals to create a totally different look, one that is absolutely perfect for an evening out. Another great idea is to create a “Lolita” retro look by combining a short, gauzy peasant top with highwaisted shorts.
Magenta, fuchsia, Bordeaux... so flattering for the complexion! When looking for the top trends in colour this spring, look no further. Last winter’s palette continues to be all the rage, especially the saturated tones of Bordeaux, burgundy, fuchsia, and magenta. What a magnificent way to flatter the complexion! Tops in these tones are perfectly combined with light coloured skirts, jeans, or black pants. Bordeaux suits any hair colour as well. Everyone can wear clothes in this wine-hued red without it taking over their whole look, no matter whether they’re blonde, brunette, or even redheaded. In fact, Bordeaux has a rich, gleaming quality about it that can only add to the voluptuousness of whoever wears it. Experiment this season by trying the loose, hip-hugging blouse offered in this colour by Pennington’s. The idea of complementing the outfit with high heels in the same shade is a shrewd choice, evoking a faint echo of colour that is gentle on the eye. If you don’t want to invest in a vividly coloured accessory that will be difficult to combine with other outfits, try a lipstick or nail polish of similar colour to create the same effect. Keep in mind that unlike the fall’s Bordeaux shades, which can be worn with other dark colours such as ochre, deep green, or navy blue, the idea of summer Bordeaux is to ensure colour continuity.
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Nude pink denim is hot this season
If you love flaunting your sexy, with-it side, you’ll want to find a skirt or pants in nude pink denim. Flesh-coloured jeans are replacing All great fashion trends are cyclical and tend to resurface every now white jeans for a fresh summer look. Prepare to turn heads, though, and then as the years go by. It’s no surprise, then, to see the glamor- because at a glance, jeans in neutral tones can give the impression ous styles of the 1950s gaining ground this spring. The idea is not to that you’re wearing nothing! produce carbon copies of the diva look of that decade but rather to adapt it to the urban elegance of 2012. One way to offset the nude effect is by pairing the jeans with a chambray shirt or a shawl-necked top. This will balance the outfit The trendsetting style of the season: the pencil skirt. Featuring high- while giving it a touch of the masculine. On the other hand, you can waist styling, this slim fitting skirt falls to knee-length and gives a sen- emphasize the ultra-feminine look of nude suous line to the woman’s body. A distressed-jean pencil skirt opens pink jeans by accessorizing them with doors to a multitude of possible combinations that will adapt easily to a pair of cream pumps for a sexy, a wardrobe. Matched with a casual top or a tailored blouse, the pencil leggy effect. skirt is ideal for any occasion.
Are you ready for strong colours? This summer, acid colours will be all over the place. Watch out, because these are the colours that are so dazzling you need sunglasses to look at them! For all you daring men out there, this will definitely be the way to make a fashion statement this season. Keep in mind that mastering the art of wearing these strong colours requires a certain talent. Learn how to combine them with
neutral shades in order to tone down the overall effect. To give flair to any outfit, think primary colours, especially warm shades such as red and orange. Ocean colours, particularly cyan and indigo, are also popular this summer. Some brave souls will dare to sport extra-bright versions of these colours — we might even call them fluorescent. Once again, as long as they’re used with discretion, all these shades are acceptable. The combining of the traditional dark spring raincoat with bright orange pants, as proposed by Soïa & Kyo, is a marvellous interpretation of this trend towards vibrant colours. Embrace the style by wearing just one touch of it in any outfit. This hint of vibrant colour will dominate the ensemble while highlighting a sleek style and the lines of the body. One final word of warning: this trend should only be adopted if you love being classified as unconventional. A striking style is great, as long as it’s not taken too seriously by the wearer. And don’t forget: once fall arrives, these colours will have to be stored away for another summer.
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same environmental challenge: the reduction of our ecological footprint. For 42 years now, various cultural and educational activities have been organized around the world to raise people’s awareness of environmental issues, and in particular to promote and encourage concrete actions that will reduce the ecological footprint of human beings. An ecological footprint is the measure of human demand on land and water to supply the resources a human population consumes as well as the absorption of the resulting waste. No one will be surprised to learn that the current demand on natural resources is not sustainable: global consumption is such that more than one planet would be necessary to satisfy our current demand! Earth Day is the ideal occasion to do something concrete for the environmental cause. Planting a tree, using public transport, recycling, reusing,
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Spring Gardening
By Charlie Warner Aidie Creek Gardens
Spring is a special time for gardeners.
After a long winter we get excited about being out in the fresh air and watching things green up. We’re often looking for jobs so we can take advantage of the warmer weather, as well as getting some badly needed exercise.
Clean-up Getting rid of clutter from the previous season should be one of the first tasks in the spring. This is mostly for aesthetics, as our plants will probably grow regardless of the junk that’s laying around. A good raking of the lawn gets rid of old dead grass, excessive leaves, sand from winter snow removal, and any other accumulations. Dead foliage from perennials and any weeds left over from the fall are most easily removed before growth starts in the spring. Flower and vegetable gardens can be dug or rototilled, thus burying the vegetation from last season.
Planning What went right last year? What went wrong last year? How can we fix the wrongs? Are we looking for change(s)? Think ahead and plan some modest improvements.
Lawns Grass responds positively to regular applications of fertilizer. The first treatment should be done as soon as the snow is melted – usually late April. A lawn fertilized at this time will be one of the first to turn a rich green in early May. Follow with additional fertilizer and be careful to spread it evenly. Fertilizer is probably the thing that will make the most impact with the least care and effort. If you think that an area needs to be re-planted, then you should remove the dead grass, stir up the soil, probably add topsoil and then either spread some seed or replace with sod. If the entire lawn looks poor, you might consider a top dressing of new topsoil, plus fertilizer, and then broadcast new seed over the entire area. Rolling a lawn is usually not recommended. It causes compaction and rarely gives the desired results. Good fertility, watering, & proper mowing will help to keep your lawn from becoming excessively uneven.Water is not usually needed in the early spring.
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Most often watering in the first part of the season causes the soil to remain cold, thus inhibiting growth. Once you start mowing – don’t go too short. Mow to 2 to 21/2”, no lower. You may have to mow more often, but your grass will be healthier. Don’t remove the clippings unless they appear to be unsightly. The clippings are a source of organic matter and benefit the soil as they decompose.
Soil and Fertility Good soil consists of a moderate texture (a mixture of clay, sand, and silt), well supplied with organic matter (dark in color), well drained (water soaks away quickly after a rain), and contains an adequate amount of fertility. Organic matter and fertility are the 2 characteristics most easily changed. Organic matter refers to the decomposed vegetable and animal matter that is decomposed and mixed into your soil. It is constantly being broken down (used up) so it’s necessary to keep adding new organic material. On a lawn, the grass clippings provide this. Under a tree or shrub, the leaves add to the organic matter. In flower or vegetable gardens, digging in dead leaves and plants at the end of the season will meet most of this requirement. Additional organic matter is almost always a benefit. Material from a compost bin, raked leaves, peat moss, manure, and black muck are all good sources. Some fertility comes with organic matter, but usually more is preferred. There is natural fertility in soil, but again there are benefits to supplying more. Plants don’t generally die from lack of fertility, but they will usually perform better if fed better.
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Start by removing dead wood or damaged branches. This can be done at any time of year. Then remove superfluous growth that may eventually spoil the appearance of your plant. Try to enhance the natural shape of your tree or shrub. It is often beneficial to remove tree or shrub branches to provide a thinning effect, allowing light to penetrate to all parts of the plant. Where 2 branches grow in the same direction, one can be removed. It is usual to remove any branches that grow back into the centre of a tree. On larger trees the lower branches are often removed because they don’t get enough light to remain healthy. Where 2 tops develop on a tree, it is preferable to remove one, so that in future the chance of splitting is reduced.
Fertilizer and manure are the standard methods for applying fertility to soil, hence your plants. It’s usual to fertilize garden soil once per year in the spring for most plants. Lawns and some others do prefer follow-up applications. If you’re not knowledgeable about fertilizers, start with something like a 15-15-15 all purpose fertilizer for most things. Lawns prefer higher nitrogen (the first number) so consider using something like 20-5-15. Manure is also an excellent source of nutrients – but in a low concentration. You will have to use more than if using fertilizer. In a garden that’s being cultivated, spread the fertilizer first and then dig or otherwise till it into the soil. Where you don’t plan to dig, such as in a perennial garden or under shrubs, just spread it on the surface and let the rain move it down to the roots.
Transplanting Moving a tree/shrub or perennial is usually best done in the early spring. As soon as you can dig in the ground, and before the plant starts to grow, is the time for digging and moving most plant material. Replant into a good soil, high in organic matter, and then water well. Continued weekly watering is usually required for the first season after replanting.
Some pruning is required for size control. It’s preferable, however, to plan ahead and only plant things that grow to a suitable size. Hedges are pruned often to encourage them to branch and grow very dense. Occasionally drastic pruning is required to rejuvenate an older shrub or hedge. Flowering shrubs have their own special pruning schedule guided by blooms. Shrubs that form their flower buds 1 year prior to flowering should be pruned shortly after flowering (lilac, white varieties of spirea, forsythia). If you prune these shrubs in the fall or spring, then you remove 1 years crop of flowers. Shrubs such as potentilla, goldflame spirea, and annabelle hydrangea can be pruned in the spring and they still have time to form flowers for the current season. Cedar can be pruned anytime during the spring or summer. Avoid fall if possible. Mugho pine should be pruned just as the new growth has elongated – removing part of that growth. Other pine and spruce can be pruned at various times depending on your reason for pruning. The best time for spring pruning is just as the leaf buds are starting to open. You can more easily identify any dead branches at this time. Try to get it done before the leaves open too much.
Pruning
Pruning cuts do not need to be treated. Make good clean cuts using a sharp saw or pruners. Healthy trees/shrubs will heal their wounds without assistance. Sometimes a wound will leak sap, particularly birch, however this is not harmful.
Know why you’re pruning before you start. The foremost reason for pruning is to maintain a healthy plant by correcting defects.
Looking after your garden is much less arduous when done regularly. Let’s get excited and enjoy the new season.
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The Principles of
Landscape Design
Whether you plan on “borrowing ideas” or plan on creating your own landscaping design, you should have at the very least a basic understanding of the principles of landscape design. This doesn’t mean that you have to apply every principle to every part of your plan. But just having an understanding of these principles will help you generate ideas and increase your creativity. Great landscaping lies in the eyes of the its creator. So, while the principles of landscape design are great guidelines to follow, don’t feel like they’re the “have to rules” of landscaping. Abstract and creativity are allowed.
By Simone, The GreenHaus
Unity should be one of your main goals in your design. It may be better understood and applied as consistency and repetition. Repetition creates unity by repeating alike elements like plants, plant groups, or decor throughout the landscape. Consistency creates unity in the sense that some or all of the different elements of the landscape fit together to create a whole. A good example would be in the use of landscaping rocks and accent boulders. If you’ve ever seen a landscape design that had one large white round boulder here and another large red square granite boulder there and so on, then you’ve seen that unity wasn’t created by this particular element. A simple way to create unity in your landscape is by creating themes. And one of the simplest ways to create themes is by using a little garden decor. Creating a theme garden is easier when it’s related to something you’re interested in or have a passion for. If you’re into butterflies, you could create a theme using plants that attract butterflies as well as using statues, ornaments, and other decor that are related to butterflies. Unity should be expressed through at least one element in your landscape and preferably more. Using elements to express a main idea through consistent style and a specific theme is what creates harmony. Keep thing simple, for instance, pick two or three colours and repeat them throughout the garden or landscape. Keeping decor to a minimum and within a specific theme as well as keeping hardscapes such as boulders consistent is also practising simplicity.
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Balance in design is just as the word implies. A sense of equality. There are basically two types of balance in landscape design: Symmetrical and Asymmetrical. Symmetrical balance is where there are more or less equally spaced matching elements of the garden design. With a garden equally divided, both sides could share all or part of the same shape, form, plant height, plant groupings, colours, bed shapes, theme, etc. Asymmetrical balance on the other hand is one of the principles of landscape design that’s a little more complex. While textures, forms, colours, etc. may remain constant to create some unity; shapes and hardscapes may be more random. This form of balance often has separate or different themes with each having an equal but different type of attraction. Contrast can be very interesting. Flowing lines are pleasing to the eye but the bold contrast of a curve combined with a straight line can add eye pleasing contrast. Contrast and harmony can also be achieved using plants. Fine foliage versus coarser foliage, round leaves versus spiked leaves as well as colour compliments and contrasts. Plant height, colour, and texture may be varied from one area to the next but each area should stay consistent within its own theme. Colour adds the dimension of real life and interest to the landscape. Bright colours like reds, yellows and oranges seem to advance toward you and can actually make an object seem closer
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to you. Cool colours like greens, blues, and pastels seem to move away from you and can make an object seem farther from you. Grays, blacks, and whites are considered neutral colours and are best used in the background with bright colours in the foreground. However, to increase depth in a landscape, you can use dark and coarse textured plants in the foreground and use fine textured and light colour plants in the background. Colours can also be used to direct your attention to a specific area of the garden. A bright display among cooler colours would naturally catch the eye. Natural transition can be applied to avoid radical or abrupt changes in your landscape design. Transition is basically gradual change. It can best be illustrated in terms of plant height or colour but can also be applied to all elements in the landscape including but not limited to textures, foliage shape or size, and the size and shape of different elements. In other words, transition can be achieved by the gradual, ascending or descending, arrangement of different elements with varying textures, forms, colours, or sizes. An example of a good transition would be a stair step effect from large trees to medium trees to shrubs to bedding plants. This example is where a little knowledge of proper plant selection would come in handy.
Line is of the more structural principles of landscape design. It can mostly be related to the way beds, walkways, and entryways move and flow. Straight lines are forceful and direct while curvy lines have a more natural, gentle, flowing effect. Proportion simply refers to the size of elements in relation to each other. Of all the principles of landscape design, this one is quite obvious but still requires a little thought and planning. Most of the elements in landscape design can be intentionally planned to meet the proper proportions. Also, special consideration and study should be given to proper plant selection to avoid using plants that are out of proportion. Repetition is directly related to unity. Its good to have a variety of elements and forms in the garden but repeating these elements gives variety expression. Unity is achieved by repeating objects or elements that are alike. Too many unrelated objects can make the garden look cluttered and unplanned. There’s a fine line here. It’s possible that too much of one element can make a garden or landscape feel uninteresting, boring and monotonous. However, using several different elements repeatedly can still create unity. This in turn keeps the garden interesting
Transition is one of the principles of landscape design that can be used to “create illusions” in the landscape. For example a transition from taller to shorter plants can give a sense of depth and distance (like in a painting), making the garden seem larger than it really is. A transition from shorter to taller plants could be used to frame a focal point to make it stand out and seem closer than it really is. Seasons, Spring 2012
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How does your Home
Measure up By Judi Martin, Sales Representative Royal LePage
A Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) is one of your real estate professional’s most powerful tools that include time sensitive data on active, expired and sold listings, as well as pending sales that will be closing soon in a particular area. For owners preparing or considering listing their homes; a CMA provides in depth information about recent sales and how long homes are taking to sell. It helps sellers size up the competition and settle on an appropriate asking price. I like to look at it as your home being a product on a shelf; “Where does your home fit on this shelf, and how can we encourage a potential purchaser to choose your home over another? “ For those preparing to purchase; a home buyer can use the same information to negotiate a fair deal on a home they wish to purchase. For homeowners who are considering a refinance may want to have an idea what their home is worth prior to researching their lending options. It is also important to have an idea of the value of your real estate holdings when making a financial decision regarding insurance coverage, estate planning, borrowing and investing.
Find your Real Value:
On paper, a home’s value is strongly swayed by area prices and adjusted for differences such as appeal for the particular location, structural enhancements and recent modernizations. When the time comes for you to consider selling, keep in mind that a home that appeals to a large number of buyers has the best chance of success. The homes that “stand out” are often perceived to be well worth the asking price. Here are some considerations that influence the selling potential of your home.
Location, Location, Location:
I always say: “location is everything, anything else can be changed”. Desirable locations include communities that are close to employment centres, shopping and schools. Higher tax rates, heat and hydro costs can be deterrents to home purchasers – If a home
has lower carrying costs, a potential homeowner has more cash to apply to the mortgage. Of course, a pleasant view or a waterfront location will often command a significant premium over similar area properties.
Curb Appeal:
First impressions are important! A well-maintained yard and an inviting entrance will help bring more buyers through the door.
Home Improvements:
Many homeowners remodel to suit their changing needs or to appeal to today’s buyers. An attractive or practical upgrade can add considerable value when chosen well. However, costs are unlikely to be recovered if a home’s improvements surpass the neighbourhood norm. Before committing to significant renovations, make sure to weigh the costs and benefits. When in doubt, consult your trusted real estate professional. Applying a fresh coat of paint to your interior walls is a relatively inexpensive way to add value and appeal. Not only does it make the home look clean and fresh, it makes the home look well cared for and it’s an easy way to change the look and feel of a room.
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SCOUTS CANADA
Beaver & Cub Scouts
Adventures
Sleepovers are fun, and the 1st Haileybury Beaver Scouts had a
much as possible these are held outdoors as a camp, but Beaver
blast at our first sleepover recently at Coleman Township Municipal
Scouts are too young for a winter camp so it was indoors instead.
Complex! It was a cold day in February and the Coleman Township
This is still a valuable experience for the youngsters though. It
Office had generously allowed us to use the hall for our sleepover.
is an opportunity to learn, explore and grow. The next camping
Beaver Scouts, because of their age, need to bring a parent to
experience will be in the summer as a final outing for the Beaver
any outings, so we had little Beavers and parent Beavers for our
Scouts until they meet again in the fall.
sleepover. We gathered in the early evening for lots of activities, including pillow dodge ball and pillow case decorating. We had
It’s been exciting for our second year of Beaver Scouts, and
fruit and yogurt and granola to replenish the group and then more
first year of Cub Scouts. Our Beaver Colony has grown to 16
activities. We wound down with popcorn (from our Scouts Popcorn
Beavers and we have a very energetic group! We have 2 lodges:
Fundraiser of course!) and a movie. Morning brought green eggs and
Ice Cave Sharks and Beaver Bats. We meet every week at the
bacon for the kids, as well as ‘garbage’. This was a special breakfast
Haileybury
treat: oatmeal mixed with fresh fruit and sweetened condensed milk
and work on building teamwork. The cornerstones of Beaver
and then chilled.
Scouts are making friends and having fun. It is non-competitive
Public School to make crafts, carry out activities
and meant to show kids that having fun and working together Sleepovers are a special part of the Scouting experience. As
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This is our first year for Cub Scouts. The Cub Scouts are older
made the trek with all the proper tools and gear, ate a hearty lunch
and their scouting experience involves badge work; this means
at the lake and walked back past huge cedars and a wandering
that with hard work they earn badges to demonstrate a certain
brook. What a day!
amount of knowledge in a particular area, for instance, cooking, swimming, astronomy, etc. This gives them solid goals to work towards in the Cub year. A highlight of our first year was an early winter hike on the Hermit Lake Trail. It was pretty rocky terrain to an isolated lake that offered breathtaking views and a wonderful connection to nature. The Cubs (and a brave Beaver!)
The adventures never end in Scouting, and it is the children involved that make it so extraordinary. For more information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the 1st Haileybury Scout Group by talking to: 1. David or Christine Barton: 705-672-2280 2. Tammy Ramsay: 705-679-5363
It starts with Scouts.
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Like U s on fac eb ook
Colour Yourself!
& WIN !
Spring & Summer Fashions have arrived!
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