Forest & Lakes Monthly January 2019

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January 15 - February 15, 2019 KD’s Restaurant Where Friends and Family Gather Since 1994

Habitat for Humanity Through Shelter, We Empower

Natural Connections with Emily Stone An All Star Nose

Exploring Wisconsin with Mary Resolve to Have Fun!

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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KD’s Restaurant - Where Friends and Family Gather Since 1994

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Habitat for Humanity - Through Shelter, We Empower

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Wisconsin 20Exploring with Mary Motiff

Natural Connections with Emily Stone An All Star Nose

Resolve to Have Fun!

Monthly Columns and Business Listings

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Hello and Welcome to Jan/Feb 2019!

10 Tech Talk - Bandwidth

07 Advertiser’s Corner (p. 11, 12 13, 21) 08

Christmas Trees for Dinner with Yulia

09 Natural Connections with Emily Stone 14

Town and Local Events

Church Directory

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18 Regional and Community Notes & Events

Dr. Leo Carlson - Tech Talk

22 The Fifty Caliber Hawkins with John Weber

Town of Solon Springs Ad Page 15 Pastors Corner 20 Exploring Wisconsin with Mary Motiff

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For the Love of Art with Sara Balbin

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Food & Fun

Jan/Feb 2019 Sudoku Puzzle Recipe Corner - Around the Globe

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Author’s Corner -Diana Randolph Jan/Feb 2019 Crossword Puzzle

Forest & Lakes Column Contributors

Leo is a member of the executive team at Norvado in Cable, WI, and a professor at Maranatha Baptist University.

Emily Stone - Natural Connections Emily is an author and the Naturalist/Education Director at the Cable Natural History Museum.

Pastor’s Corner

The Pastor’s Corner is comprised of guest pastor’s from around our region.

Christie Carlson - Business and Family

Christie Carlson lives in Drummond, WI with her husband, Leo, and 3 children, Emma, Isaac, and Noah.

Maureen Palmer - Redbery Book Corner

Maureen is the owner of Redbery Books in Cable, WI

Yulia Welk - Natural Living

Yulia is the owner of Yulia’s Natural Skin Care products. She teaches classes about herbs, mushrooms, and natural living.

Yulia’s: www.yulias.net

Mary Motiff - Explore Wisconsin

Mary Motiff is the Director of the Bayfield County Tourism department. She manages the Bayfield County Fair and serves on local boards including the Friends of the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center and Chequamegon Bay Chapter of the WI Alumni Association. Motiff lives in Washburn with her husband, 2 teenagers and 2 poodles.

John Weber - Outdoors

John Weber has lived in the Hayward area for over 35 years. He’s authored Hot toms and Saucy Hens, Tales from the Turkey Blind, Stray Shot, Tales from the Turkey Blind and Beyond, Bait Wars. His latest novel, Past Indiscretions will be out next fall. Email: hottomsandcoldbeer@hotmail.com

Sara Balbin - For the Love of Art

Sara Balbin is the owner of Dragonfly Studio in Drummond, WI. She is also an art therapist and author.

This Edition’s Photo Credit - Looking out my back door Authored by: Christie Carlson, Drummond, WI

I captured this photo in the trees in our backyard. I was walking out to take care of our chickens and decided to grab my camera, as it had been the first decent snowfall of the year. It was so peaceful walking through the paths cut by the snowblower earlier in the day. There was no sound to speak of, only the chickens, clucking with the expectation of their daily table scraps. I looked around above me, taking in the snow that was perched beautifully on the tree branches. It’s a simple photo, really, but proof that when we stop and slow down, truly taking a look at the forest around us, there is amazing beauty everywhere - even in the snow as it nestles on the tree branches.

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HELLO AND WELCOME

Hello and Welcome, Dear Reader!

Wow, Dear Reader! It’s already the middle of January! I remember writing to you this time last year, expressing my apprehension about taking on the business of Forest & Lakes Monthly on my own. I’m so happy to say, we did it, and thank you. Thank you to all the wonderful columnists, authors, artists, and advertisers that agreed to be part of its pages throughout 2018. I look forward to a wonderful 2019 with all of you, welcoming back those from 2018, and meeting new contributors, advertisers, friends and neighbors along the way in 2019. So, with that, thank you again, to everyone that supported this publication in any way in 2018, and here’s to a wonderful and fun 2019.

This month I had the opportunity to visit with Amy Poster of Solon Springs. She and her family own KD’s Restaurant in both Solon Springs and Superior, Wisconsin. They are truly wonderful people, and their love and kindness are evident to all who enter the restaurant’s doors. I know you will love reading about KD’s as much as I did writing about the business and the wonderful people that run it. If you get a chance, do stop by and say hello. Everyone there is absolutely great, and their food is amazing! Do try the homemade pickled beets, they are fabulous!

As usual, I try to do a volunteer, or nonprofit article, and this month is no different. I was working on some DIY projects here at home after stopping by the ReStore in Hayward, WI, and got to thinking, I don’t know much about Habitat for Humanity and what they do. So, you guessed it! Habitat for Humanity is the feature non-profit organization for this month. It was interesting to see a group focus so much on something that many of us take for granted, and well, probably shouldn’t – a roof over our heads. It was interesting to read about the history group, and how much they have grown over their nearly 45 years of existence.

We have Yulia this month sharing the benefits of our Christmas trees long after the holidays. Diana Randolph of Once in a Blue Moon Studio has so graciously agreed to share some of her poetry and artwork from her book titled, “Beacons of the Earth and Sky.” John Weber shares Part I of his story “The Fifty Caliber Hawkins”, so do be sure to stay tuned for next month’s conclusion. Recipes from around the globe grace the recipe corner and do be sure to check out and stop by our advertisers spread throughout the magazine. They are after all; the reason Forest & Lakes Monthly Magazine is able to be a free publication.

As always, the pages of Forest & Lakes are filled with information about our region. If you would like to advertise within its pages, be sure to let me know. You can send an email to forestandlakesmonthly@gmail.com or feel free to give me a call at 715-798-3572. If you need a hand with ad design, let me know, as it is always a free service to our advertisers. If you are an author or know of one that would be interested in contributing to the Author’s Corner, by all means, send them my way. I would love to showcase their work. If you would like to be a regular contributor, please contact me with your topic, and a small sample. My goal as we move into 2019 is to continue to make Forest & Lakes Monthly Magazine better each time it goes to print. If you have any suggestions, questions, comments, or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me and let me know.

With that, Dear Reader, take care of yourself, and one another, Christie

Deadline for the February 15- March 15, 2019 Edition: February 5, 2019

February/March 2019 Publication Dates: February 15, 2018 - March 15, 2019

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Drummond: Drummond Public Library Wascott: Bear Country Wascott Town Hall KD’s Bear Den Stop A Sec Convenience Bill’s Garage Store Stanberry: Seeley/S. Hwy 63: Stanberry Rail Saloon Calvary Baptist Church Wolf Point Bar & Grill Sawmill Saloon Wayside Inn Benoit: R Place Restaurant Benoit Cheese Haus Forest & Lakes Monthly Jan/Feb 2019 p. 3

KD’S RESTAURANT

KD’s Restaurant - Where Friends & Family Gather Since 1994 Submitted by Christie Carlson, Owner/Operator Forest & Lakes Monthly Magazine Photo Caption: Amy Poster and Heather, KD’s Restaurant

KD’s Restaurant is located in Solon Springs, Wisconsin at 11392 S 2nd Street. It’s tucked just a bit off the main road way and is the perfect place to stop for an amazing homemade breakfast, or meal any time of the day for that matter. They offer a wider variety of homemade breakfasts that are served all day, specialty sandwiches, homemade soups and a full salad bar, which features arguably the best homemade pickled beets in the area. Delivery and take out is available as well.

I was able to stop by and visit with owner Amy Poster, and had a wonderful time visiting with her. Our conversation was much like picking up again with an old friend, though we’ve never met until this interview. She was so warm, friendly, and welcoming. I found her love for those that come into the restaurant, and people in general, obvious from the start of our conversation.

“I love people.

People need to hear that they are amazing, special, and unique more often.

The best way to do that is to be a friend, and to love everyone – where ever they are.” (Amy Poster) Amy and her family are truly living and walking their faith every day, and it is evidenced by the way they interact and love the people around them.

As we visited, Amy shared many aspects of her life that led up to her family’s ownership of KD’s Restaurant. Amy grew up in Capac, MI near Port Huron in a family of 11. She moved to Superior in 1988 to study business at Northland College. Amy and her family purchased KD’s Restaurant in 2015, though the restaurant itself was established in 1994.

At the time, Amy and her family were looking at starting a restaurant in Brule, WI. But when Amy saw the restaurant in Solon, she just knew that this was where she should be. “We were actually looking at locations in Brule, but the Lord had other plans.” She went on to recount the way that the Lord and her Faith made everything possible for the purchase of KD’s in Solon Springs –

Pastor Steve & Guest. Photo Courtesy of Christie Carlson

“The Lord opened doors and brought everything together from the realtor suggesting the location, to the building of the business

plan, and everything in between.

I praise God for all of the people He has put in our path.” (Amy Poster)

The same thing happened when Amy saw the building in Superior, the restaurant’s second location. She knew immediately that was where the new KD’s location should go. With the help of her children and husband, the family is able to pull together and be a beautiful light in the communities they operate, showing the love of God to everyone they meet.

They are feeding hungry stomach’s and starving souls – all at the same time.

It was truly my pleasure to visit with Amy and her staff. If you are in the area, be sure to stop in and say hello, and try one of their delicious breakfasts. You’ll be welcomed with an inviting smile, and genuine love and care.

KD’s Restaurant in Solon Springs is open Monday – Saturday from 6:00am – 8:00pm and on Sunday from 6:00am – 2:00pm. The KD’s location in Superior is located at 1706 Tower Avenue. For hours, or questions, please call Amy at 715-378-4300.

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KD’s Building in Solon Springs.

Photo Courtesy of Christie Carlson

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Habitat for Humanity - Through Shelter, We Empower

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Submitted by Christie Carlson, Owner/Operator of Forest & Lakes Monthly Magazine, Photo Courtesy of www.habitat.org Photo Caption President and Mrs Carter building their 35th home with Habitat for Humanity.)

I love the excitement of looking for things to make our house a home.

I was at the Habitat for Humanity Restore in Hayward, Wisconsin over the weekend and found some amazing finds for repurposing and DIY projects. As I was drilling pilot holes into some of the stained-glass frames I had gotten, I began thinking about Habitat for Humanity as an organization. What is Habitat for Humanity, and how does it help those in need? So, in true form, I began to research, and here’s what I found, Dear Reader.

According to their website, “Habitat for Humanity is a global nonprofit housing organization working in local communities across all 50 states in the United States and in more than 70 countries around the world.

Habitat for Humanity’s vision is of a world where everyone has a decent place to live.

The organization works toward its vision by building strength, stability and self-reliance in partnership with people and families in need of a decent and affordable home.

Founded on the core foundation of stability, Habitat for Humanity works to build a decent and affordable place to live for families by freeing them from such physical and mental hardships and placing them on a path of new opportunity and increased confidence and self-reliance. A family’s partnership with Habitat for Humanity means they have a stable place to live and spend time together. An affordable mortgage or small loan means they have a chance to create savings and invest in their education. A decent roof over their heads establishes home as a place that protects — instead of endangering — their health.

The History of Habitat for Humanity: The idea that became Habitat for Humanity grew from the fertile soil of Koinonia Farm, a community farm outside of Americus, Georgia, founded by farmer and biblical scholar Clarence Jordan. On the farm, Jordan and Habitat for Humanity’s eventual founders Millard and Linda Fuller developed the concept of “partnership housing.”

the United States and called together a group of supporters to discuss the future of their dream: Habitat for Humanity International, founded in 1976.

The times have changed, the build site locations have grown in number, but the very real change that Beau and Emma’s family experienced is shared by families today who partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home. Thanks in no small part to the personal involvement of U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife Rosalynn and the awareness they have raised, Habitat for Humanity now works in nearly 1,400 communities across the U.S. and in approximately 70 countries and has helped more than 13 million people achieve strength, stability and independence through safe, decent and affordable shelter.

How does Habitat for Humanity help those in need?

Habitat for Humanity helps through the building of new homes, working in partnership with homeowners by repairing and renovating their existing homes, working with communities affected by disaster to provide assistance for residents, and financial education programs that help those in need find an affordable mortgage option. Habitat for Humanity also works in urban areas to remodel existing homes, and globally to fund various financing options.

How does Habitat for Humanity Raise Money?

Habitat for Humanity raises the funds it needs to help others through donations on the organization’s website. Visitors can help by donating directly or selecting a symbolic gift in their catalog. They also raise money through the donation and sale of items within their affiliated ReStores.

What are Habitat for Humanity Restores?

Habitat for Humanity ReStores are nonprofit home improvement stores and donation centers that sell new and gently used furniture, home accessories, building materials and appliances to the public at a fraction of the retail price.Habitat for Humanity ReStores are owned and operThe concept centered on those in need of adequate shelter working side ated by local Habitat for Humanity affiliates. Proceeds are used to build homes and improve communities locally and around the world. There by side with volunteers to build decent, affordable houses at no profit. is a Habitat for Humanity ReStore located in Hayward, WI at 10191 N Beau and Emma were the owners of the first home built by Koinonia’s Partnership Housing Program. They and their five children moved into Greenwood Ln, Hayward, WI 54843. a concrete-block home with a modern kitchen, indoor bathroom and If you would like to learn more about Habitat for Humanity, please heating system, replacing the unpainted, uninsulated shack with no visit their corporate website at www.habitat.org, or call by calling the plumbing where they had previously lived. local Sawyer County Habitat for Humanity offices at 715-634-7787.

In 1973, the Fullers decided to take the concept to Zaire, now the DemSources: Habitat for Humanity - www.habitat.org, ocratic Republic of Congo. After three years of hard work to launch a successful house building program there, the Fullers then returned to www.forestandlakesmonthly.com

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MEDICARE 101 FOR 2019

Medicare 101 in 2019

Submitted by Karen Bodin, Bayfield County Department of Human Services The Bayfield County Elder Benefits Specialist, Sheila Mack will once again be offering “Medicare 101” presentations once per month throughout Bayfield County.

These presentations will introduce you to the basics of Medicare and give you the information you need to know before making any decisions about whether you want to enroll in all parts of Medicare at age 65, some parts of Medicare, or none of them; and the possible consequences of not enrolling when you are first eligible to enroll. You will also learn about the three types of insurance that supplement Medicare because Medicare only pays 80% of hospital and medical costs, and the need for creditable prescription drug coverage either through Medicare Part D or Wisconsin SeniorCare.

If you will be turning 65 this year, attending one of these trainings is strongly encouraged. The time available for the Elder Benefit Specialist to work with you in the office is becoming more and more limited due to the increase in assistance being requested.

To provide prompt and efficient service to as many clients as possible, this presentation will provide basic information on Medicare in a group setting rather than one on one in the Elder Benefit Specialist office. This training will give you enough information to understand your options and be ready to make decisions when it is time to do so.

Below is a list of the dates and towns/cities that Medicare 101 presentations will be offered in 2019. All presentations will start at 6:00 pm and last up to 2 hours, depending upon the information reviewed and questions asked by those attending the presentation.

If you plan to attend, please register by the day before the presentation is held, by calling Karen Bodin at 715-373-6144, ext. 115. Registration is necessary to prepare enough materials for everyone who attends. There is no charge .

February 12, at Bethesda Lutheran Church in Bayfield, WI March 12, at Benoit Community Center in Benoit, WI April 9, at Iron River Community Center in Iron River, WI May 14, at Cable Community Center in Cable, WI

June 11, at Washburn Public Library in Washburn, WI July 9, at Barnes Town Hall in Barnes, WI August 20, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Cornucopia, WI September 10, at Drummond Public Library in Drummond,WI

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Assume at all times that any power lines you see are live and dangerous.

Iron River, WI 715-372-4287

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A CHRISTMAS TREE FOR DINNER WITH YULIA

A Christmas Tree For Dinner?

Submitted by Yulia Welk of Yulia’s Natural Skincare. Yulia Welk lives in Cable, WI. Check out her website at: www.yulias.net or call 715-798-3175

This year I had a dilemma.

We had a chance to cut a nice fir from our own woods to serve as holiday decoration and inspiration.

But I was hesitant. If million of people cut their trees every December, we have million trees less on our planet. The other choice was to buy a plastic beauty. And you probably know my thoughts on reducing plastic waste. Plus the plastic tree production perhaps does even more harm to the planet, then cutting a fresh tree does. Choices, choices.

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While I was deep in thought considering to skip the tree altogether again like we did last year, my sons (12 and 8) showed up in front of my kitchen windows carrying a perfect Christmas tree. The older son later said: Mom, you should have seen your face! It turned out that the boys went out to play in the yard, sledding by the driveway. The town service (or electric company, I am not sure) was doing trimming of the branches along the power lines/rd. Boys saw a pile of conifer branches, and came to investigate. There in plain view was a perfect already harvested Christmas tree. We brought her inside, and decorated it with the lights and ornaments. The boys’ emotions were priceless. And the room smelled amazing.

What happens after the holidays are over? Her job is not over yet. The needles are full of vitamins C, seven times more then lemons. We can not grow lemons in the Northwoods, but we have a lot of conifers around.

The needles keep the air so clean, it is almost sterile. The health spa resorts in Russia are almost always situated in a pine/conifer forests. The phytoncides (biologically active substances that work with viruses) are very beneficial and cleansing to the lungs in cases of asthma or bronchitis. In fact my one Russian friend that lives in Washburn, WI shared with me her unique way of using the needles. She harvests some branches and lays them under their beds, the scent is so fresh, clean and potent, that they skip the seasonal colds unharmed.

Inhaling the conifer rich air helps us to feel rested and calm, activates more efficient air exchange in our lungs, and improves breathing.

When sea explorers suffered scurvy, the siberains never had this problem. They all used the fir and pine needles as food. My favorite is picking the soft young needles in the early summer and eating them plain. They are delicious to me. I suppose it might be an acquired taste, so start with one needle. Or make vitamin tea - take a handful of needles (no brown branch parts), add water to a pot, bring to boil, pour over the needles, and let it steep for 15 minutes. Strain and enjoy.

The tea is a great mouth rinse as well. Supports healthy gums and teeth. Swish and the best part - swallow.

Besides the immune supporting vitamin C the needles have A, E, K, B1, B2, B3, B6, and biotin. Plus copper and iron. A nature’s drug store!

Science now confirmed that tannins in pine cones support during or after the stroke. They work on preserving the brain cells. Just make tincture, by mixing some needles and regular plain vodka to cover. Shake the glass jar daily and keep in the dark. Strain after 3-6 weeks, it keeps forever.

It can be taken 1/2 ts at a time in some water for several months.

Next time you take a bath, add some pine or fir needles or essential oil. It is great for joint, muscle or gout pain as well as relaxing and helping you to have some restful and headache free sleep.

When the trees bloom, be happy. Collect the yellow pollen in a paper bag and use as supplement for longevity.

Infuse your honey with some young needles in the spring/summer. One spring we had one of the last ice storms of the year, and I picked the needles with the icicles right off the tree. I made a conifer smoothie, blending the ice, needles and adding a little honey to taste. After two cups, my scratchy throat was gone and did not return.

If I have a cut I sometimes rub a little pine or fir sap on it for faster healing. It keeps the wound clean and securely sealed.

So this season, when you feel sorry to let go of your Christmas tree, save the needles and enjoy the benefits of this unique and healthy plant.

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NATURAL CONNECTIONS

Natural Connections - An All Star Nose

Submitted by Emily Stone, a Naturalist/Education Director at the Cable Natural History Museum

The chickadee took its time choosing a seed. Perched with its tiny toenails pricking the pad of my finger, it cocked its black-capped head this way and that. With its precisely pointed beak, the bird picked up a sunflower seed from my palm, weighed it for a split second, and then tossed it aside. That hull must have been empty.

It tried again. The second seed passed muster, and as the chickadee turned to fly away, its buffcolored belly feathers brushed my thumb.

I held my breath—hoping to enjoy the touch of soft down—but my cold, calloused skin barely registered a wisp of sensation. Instead, I got one last poke with spiny toes as the chickadee launched back to the tree.

At times like this I wish I were a mole. Strange, I know, but I don’t mean just any mole.

I wish I were a star-nosed mole, because they have the best sense of touch of any mammal.

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digging feet with long, stout claws.

They may also be the weirdest looking mammal, and those two things are related. Star-nosed moles get their name from 22 fleshy, pink tentacles that protrude from the tip of their otherwise featureless face, which is on the end of a plain gray, oblong body, flanked by paddle-like

Each tentacle gets its bumpy texture from more than 25,000 touch receptors, called Eimer’s organs. Each Eimer’s organ contains three types of tactile receptors, two of which also exist in human skin. The third type is unique to the star-nosed mole and allows the mole to identify objects by their microscopic texture. This funny nose may be the most sensitive organ in the entire animal kingdom.

If I were a mole, I could have enjoyed even the microscopic softness of those chickadee feathers.

If I were a mole, a vast portion of my brainpower would be devoted to processing tactile information, and I could see only light and dark. I would also eat earthworms. So, maybe the benefits don’t outweigh the drawbacks. But star-nosed moles are incredibly well adapted for their own lifestyles, if not mine.

Those supersensing tentacles allow star-nosed moles to touch more than twelve objects per second, creating a tactile map of the environment under their nose. They can “see” without light as they tunnel through moist soil. Sometimes those objects are food, and it takes less than one-fifth of a second (14 times faster than any other mole) for the star-nosed mole to realize that something is edible and then eat it. That is much faster than my seed-weighing chickadee. This skill puts it in the running for the world’s fastest eater, right up there with a high school cross-country team at a pasta feed.

Star-nosed moles are even adept at swimming and foraging underwater. This came as a huge surprise to me the first time I encountered this amazing creature. I was snowshoeing on a lake in northern Minnesota on an extremely cold day when I saw something dark on top of the snow. I was confused. Moles live underground and survive the winter by following the worms even deeper underground, right?

Wrong—at least for star-nosed moles. These crazy creatures are active throughout the winter, burrowing through snow and even swimming under the ice of frozen ponds. I can relate. The same winter I found the icy mole, I also dug snow caves and jumped into frozen lakes.

Artist’s Rendition of a Star Nosed Mole.

Submitted by Emily Stone.

Unlike me, moles use their excellent sense of smell to find prey under the water. Most mammal noses don’t work well underwater, because we must inhale air to bring scent molecules in contact with cilia in our nasal passages. To make the life aquatic work, star-nosed moles exhale several bubbles per second onto objects or scent trails they encounter underwater. When the moles draw the bubbles back into their noses, the scent molecules in the air contact olfactory receptors, and voilà! They can smell underwater.

So what good are these little creatures, aside from giving us something to be awed by in the dead of winter? Their tunnels loosen the soil and provide aeration for the roots of plants. Their voracious appetites can help control pest insects, and they provide protein snacks for a wide variety of predators. Owls, weasels, and even largemouth bass ignore the odd appearance of star-nosed moles long enough to gulp them up.

Star-nosed moles may not be as cute as my chickadees, but they can certainly make me appreciate the limits and abilities of my five senses.

(This article was originally published in January 2014, and will be published again as a chapter in my second book: Natural Connections 2, which should come out by mid-March!)

Now you can also listen to Emily’s columns as podcasts on Google Play or iTunes! Sponsors needed!

For 50 years, the Cable Natural History Museum has served to connect you to the Northwoods. Come visit us in Cable, WI! Our new exhibit: “Bee Amazed!” is open.

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TECH TALK

Tech Talk - Bandwidth, Bigger is Better Submitted by Dr. Leo Carlson,Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at Norvado

Okay, you just got a fancy new broadband connection, and your Internet Service Provider (ISP) tells you that you have plenty of bandwidth. So… just how much bandwidth do you really need?

Well, the simple answer is that you need what you need, when you need it! Bandwidth today is measured in bits per second of upload and download. In computer jargon, a “bit” is a single unit of information, a “1” or a “0”. This should not be confused with a “byte” which is 8 “bits” of data.

Nowadays, most of us are connected to a broadband internet connection which the FCC and a few other government agencies have determined should be at least 25Mbps of download.

25Mbps (25 Megabits per second) is approximately 26,214,400 bits per second.

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Now, I know that sounds like a lot but by today’s standards it really is not all that much. Many ISPs are offering services that start at 100Mbps and go up from there. This is pretty good, but download speed is only half of the bandwidth equation. When you are looking at an advertisement from an ISP and you see 100/10 they are telling you that you will get 100Mbps of downstream bandwidth and 10Mbps of upstream bandwidth. Downstream bandwidth is the speed at which you can download data from the Internet, that is fairly self-explanatory but upstream?

Upstream is the speed at which you can upload data to the internet. Each time you type in a URL and hit enter, you are uploading data. If you use an online backup service such as Carbonite or an online storage service like Dropbox, you are uploading data. If you are running a business, especially an Internet-based business, it is very likely that upstream bandwidth is just as important to you as downstream, if not more so. This is because the faster your pictures and files can be uploaded the more chance you have to sell your product.

The amount of Bandwidth that you have available to your home really depends on the technology that is used to get it there. Fiber, copper, satellite, or wireless are currently the most common means of transport. Of the four, fiber is far and away the fastest and most reliable. If you are fortunate enough to have a fiber connection to your home, then you likely have more bandwidth available to you than you are currently able to use. For instance, most fiber connections are capable of at least 1Gbps downloads, this is 1024MBps! That is very fast! With fiber, your speed really depends on what you are willing to pay for. Every technology for delivering bandwidth is improving but none of them have the capabilities of fiber.

So, how much bandwidth do you need? Ultimately, it depends on things like how many people or devices do you have in your home and how each person or device is using that bandwidth. For me, I use a lot of bandwidth and the bigger the bandwidth, the better!

WPT Hosts Inaugural Garden & Landscape Expo Photography Competition Submitted courtesy of www.wpt.org

Wisconsin Public Television (WPT) will host the inaugural Garden & Landscape Expo Photography Competition at this year’s Garden & Landscape Expo, to be held at the Exhibition Hall at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison. The 26th-annual WPT Garden & Landscape Expo will be held noon to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 10.

New this year, the Garden & Landscape Expo Photography Competition brings another form of art, imagery and perspective to the event.

Expo-goers will have the opportunity to see the stunning work from amateur photographers capturing the natural beauty of the Midwestern region.

Photographs have been juried prior to the event and 74 photographs will be exhibited. The competition will have five categories including novice eye, macro, landscape, food and abstract. First through third place honors will be awarded in each category. Expo attendees will also have the chance to vote for their favorite photo for the Viewers’ Choice award. Attendees can vote beginning Friday, Feb. 8 through 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9. The award will be announced Saturday at 4 p.m.

WPT hosts the community educational event and fundraiser in partnership with the Wisconsin Cooperative Extension Horticulture Team. All proceeds support WPT’s quality programming, educational initiatives and events that serve to enrich the Wisconsin community.

Advance discounted tickets are available now at wigardenexpo.com.

Tickets will also be available at the door.

WPT is a service of the Wisconsin Educational Communications Board and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. For More Information, please contact Kristin Korevec, WPT Special Events Manager, kristin.korevec@wpt.org Ian Lewitz, WPT Publicist, ian.lewitz@wpt. org Forest & Lakes Monthy Jan/Feb 2019 p. 10

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FOR THE LOVE OF ART

Lights, Camera, Action....On Stage at the Park Center!

Submitted by Sara Balbin of Dragonfly Studio. Sara is an artist, author, and art therapist.

It was a brisk, sunny fall day on the North Country Trail. While hiking with my good friend Kerry Myhra, she asked if one of the See My Art, Inc. (SMART) artists would be a “Guest Artist” at the Park Center. With excitement I responded “Absolutely!”. Being a guest artist is not only a confidence building experience for the artist, but also brings recognition to SMART, (a not-for-profit corporation that inspires, empowers, validates, and supports people with disabilities through art), and provides beautiful paintings to be enjoyed by all while on display.

Founded in 2012, SMART seeks ways to open doors and unlock minds for individuals of all disabilities by providing public venues to display their artwork. Locations such as the Rivers Eatery and Back Roads Coffee & Tea are just two of the businesses who work with our non-profit.

Additionally, we maintain an online presence (www.seemyart.us) for displaying art and educating the public about the health benefits of artistic expression.

Throughout this article, I invite you to learn more about one of the talented SMART artists – Mary Uedelhofen. We will also discover the proud history of the Park Center, a venue dedicated to musicians, singers, actors, dancers, visual artists, authors, videographer’s, multicultural events, and virtually all-creative, innovative art forms!

Guest Artist Mary Uedelhofen of Washburn, WI exhibiting at the Park Center January through March.

The Park Center is a bold, artistic, and progressive achievement for the Northwest Wisconsin region.

Barbara Bolitho, then working with Woodland realty of Hayward, conceived the purchase of the Park Theater as a center for the arts. Passion and dedication for the arts guided Barbara, Paul Mitchell, and Deanna Persson to organize an exploratory group in which I was privileged to participate in. Due to the numerous professional artists living in the region who lacked a home base to showcase their talents, the Park Center became a perfect solution. According to Deanna Persson, “From this meeting came the commitment of many to work on the idea of a performing arts center that would embrace all the arts through performing, visual arts, film and writing. Many a meeting was held and much work done to open the Park Center in 2008.”

The Park Center has remained a success because of the enthusiastic community minded volunteers of the Hayward, Cable, and surrounding areas. This same spirit serves the American Birkebeiner, the Chequamegon Fat Tire Festival, Fishing Has No Boundaries, and other sporting, and festival events. From the onset, the community of volunteers was an integral part of the Park Center’s development and launch. Deanna explained, “People shared their individual and collective skills to make this happen. We included Serendipity – our local theater group and of course CHARAC – Cable Hayward Area Arts Council.” The large body of CHARAC artists embraced the Park Center, and many volunteered their skills.

The volunteer driven Park Center, serves all ages and populations, and has made a significant artistic statement in the region while gaining welldeserved recognition for its performances and art exhibits! Thankfully, due to Barbara Bolitho’s vision and drive to have a successful art filled community, Barbara embraced the responsibilities of purchasing the Park Center and continued as the trailblazer for 10 years until resigning on December 31, 2018. Ron Hobart, who has been a dedicated volunteer alongside Barbara from the beginning, has now taken the helm in 2019.

Deanna stated,

“The Park Center offers a defined home for the arts. Through the scheduling which is now handled by Jeff Jones, our communities in Sawyer, Bayfield, Washburn and Douglas counties have the opportunity to perform, to see highly skilled touring artists, embrace music of all genres and participate in film festivals and local readings. It is also home to community events such as being part of the Birkie, LCO sponsored events, Hayward Schools Jazz Band performances and Forensic competitors. The Park Center also offers an opportunity for visual artists to display and sell their work. The displays change every three months.” (Deanna Persson) When the Park Center opened, Deanna coordinated the Guest Artist display in the lobby behind the concession stand. Sadly, at the beginning of 2008 she was unable to continue the work due to health reasons, but continued supporting the mission. The Guest Artist exhibits were then coordinated for seven years by Helen Morgan. According to Kerry Myhra, who now holds the baton as the Guest Artist manager, “When Helen Morgan began coordinating the Guest Artist exhibits, she herself was a talented artist, rubbing shoulders with other artists who were involved in CHARAC.” The positive symbiotic relationship between the Park Center and CHARAC has strengthened both missions.

Kerry was introduced to the Park Center by her good friend and neighbor Darlene Prois, and has managed the Guest Artist program since 2015. She finds the position rewarding, as she enjoys creating art, meeting the talented artists, and offering them opportunities for recognition and sales. When speaking about the art exhibits, Kerry reflected,

“Now the community not only comes to the Park Center for great music, but also comes to view beautiful artwork. We have a variety of artists, from Springbrook to Ashland, Washburn, to your next door neighbor.”

There are numerous steps, and an investment of time by the artist and volunteers who professionally display and promote the Guest Artists art works. In this statement Kerry walks us through the process, “In the last several years I have met some incredible artists and have hung some extraordinary works of Forest & Lakes Monthly Jan/Feb 2019 p.14

Guest Artist Mary Uedelhofen (right) with her sister Candi Aheirs at the Park Center delighted with the installation of Mary’s paintings.

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PASTOR’S CORNER

Resting in God’s Sovereignty with John MacArthur and Grace to You Submitted by Pastor Phil Markel of Calvary Baptist Church of Hayward, WI

“[God] made known the mystery of His will according to His kind intention which He purposed in [Christ] with a view to an administration suitable to the fulness of the times, that is, the summing up of all things in Christ, things in the heavens and things upon the earth” (Eph. 1:9-10).

God is intimately involved in the flow of human history and is directing its course toward a specific, predetermined climax.

For centuries men of various philosophical schools have debated the cause, course, and climax of human history. Some deny God and therefore deny any divine involvement in history. Others believe that God set everything in motion, then withdrew to let it progress on its own. Still others believe that God is intimately involved in the flow of human history and is directing its course toward a specific, predetermined climax.

In Ephesians 1:9-10 Paul settles that debate by reminding us that Jesus Himself is the goal of human history. In Him all things will be summed up—all human history will be resolved and united to the Father through the work of the Son. As Paul said elsewhere, “It was the Father’s good pleasure for all the fulness [of deity] to dwell in [Christ], and through Him to reconcile all things to Himself, having made peace through the blood of His cross” (Col. 1:19-20). The culmination of Christ’s reconciling work will come during His millennial kingdom (Rev. 20). Following that, He will usher in the eternal state with a new heaven and earth (Rev. 21).

Despite the political uncertainty and military unrest in the world today, be assured that God is in control. He governs the world (Isa. 40:22-24), the nations (Isa. 40:15- 17), and individuals as well (Prov. 16:9). God’s timetable is right on schedule. Nothing takes Him by surprise and nothing thwarts His purposes. Ultimately He will vanquish evil and make everything right in Christ.

Jan/Feb 2019 Bible Reading Schedule

January 15 - Genesis 31:17 - 32:12, Matthew 10:24-11:6,

Psalm 13:1-6, Proverbs 3:16-18 January 16 - Genesis 32:13-34:31, Matthew 11:7-30,

Psalm 14:1-7, Proverbs 3:19-20 January 17 - Genesis 35:1-36:43, Matthew 12:1-21,

Psalm 15:1-5, Proverbs 3:21-26 January 18 - Genesis 37:1-38:30, Matthew 12:22-45,

Psalm 16:1-11, Proverbs 3:27-32 January 19 - Genesis 39:1-41:16, Matthew 12:46-23,

Psalm 17:1-15, Proverbs 3:33-35 January 20 - Genesis 41:17-42:17, Matthew 13:24-46,

Psalm 18:1-15, Proverbs 4:1-6 January 21 - Genesis 42:18-43:34, Matthew 13:47-14:12,

Psalm 18:16-36, Proverbs 4:7-10 January 22 - Genesis 44:1-45:28, Matthew 14:13-36,

Psalm 18:37-50, Proverbs 4:11-13 January 23 - Genesis 46:1-47:31, Matthew 15:1-28,

Psalm 19:1-14, Proverbs 4:14-19 January 24 - Genesis 48:1-49:33, Matthew 15:29-16:12,

Psalm 20:1-9, Proverbs 4:20-27 January 25 - Genesis 50:1-Exodus 2:10, Matthew 16:13-17:9,

Psalm 21:1-13, Proverbs 5:1-6 January 26 - Exodus 2:11-3:22, Matthew 17:10-27,

Psalm 22:1-18, Proverbs 5:7-14 January 27 - Exodus 4:1-5:21, Matthew 18:1-20,

Psalm 22:19-31, Proverbs 5:15-21 January 28 - Exodus 5:22-7:25, Matthew 18:21-19:12,

Psalm 23:1-6, Proverbs 5:22-23 January 29 - Exodus 8:1-9:35, Matthew 19:13-30,

Psalm 24:1-10, Proverbs 6:1-5 January 30 - Exodus 10:1-12:13,Matthew 2-:1-28

Psalm 25:1-15, Proverbs, 6:6-11 January 31 - Exodus 12:14-13:16, Matthew 20:29-21:22,

Psalm 25:16-22, Proverbs 6:12-15 February 1 - Exodus 13:17-15:18, Matthew 21:23-46,

Psalm 26:1-12, Proverbs 6:16-19 February 2 - Exodus 15:19-17:7, Matthew 22:1-33,

Psalm 27:1-6, Proverbs 6:20-26 February 3 - Exodus 17:8-19:15, Matthew 22:34-23:12,

Psalm 27:7-14, Proverbs 6:27-35 February 4 - Exodus 19:16-21:21, Matthew 23:13-39,

Psalm 28:1-19, Proverbs 7:1-5 February 5 - Exodus 21:22-23:13, Matthew 24:1-28,

Psalm 29:1-11, Proverbs 7:6-23 February 6 - Exodus 23:14-25:40, Matthew 35:29-51,

Psalm 30:1-12, Proverbs 7:24-27 February 7 - Exodus 26:1-27:21, Matthew 25:1-30,

Psalm 31:1-8, Proverbs 8:1-11 February 8 - Exodus 28:1-43, Matthew 25:31-26:13,

Psalm 31:9-18, Proverbs 8:12-13 February 9 - Exodus 29:1-30:10, Matthew 26:14-46,

Psalm 19-24, Proverbs 8:14-26 February 10 - Exodus 30:11-31:18, Matthew 26:47-68,

Psalm 32: 1-11, Proverbs 8:27-32

Suggestions for Prayer

Thank God for the wisdom and insight He gives you to see beyond your temporal

circumstances to His eternal purposes.

Live today with that perspective in mind.

For Further Study

Read Revelation 20.

February 11 - Exodus 32:1-33:23, Matthew 26:69-

What happens to Satan prior to the millennial kingdom?

27:14, Psalm 33:1-11, Proverbs 8:33-36

How does Satan meet his final doom?

February 12 -Exodus 34:1-35:9, Matthew 27:15-31,

Psalm 33:12-22, Proverbs 9:1-6

What happens at the great white throne judgment?

February 13 - Exodus 35:10-36:38, Matthew 27:32-66, Sources: Drawing Near by John MacArthur Copyright © 1993. Used by permission of Crossway Books, a division of Good News Publishers, Wheaton, IL 60187, www.crossway.com. John MacArthur - Grace to You http:// www.gty.org

Psalm 34:1-10, Proverbs 9:7-8 February 14 - Exodus 37:1-38:31, Matthew 28:1-20,

Psalm 34:11-22, Proverbs 9:9-10 February 15 - Exodus 39:1-40:38, Mark 1:1-28,

Psalm 35:1-16, Proverbs 9:11-12

For the Love of Art (Continued)

art. The artists send me their bio, a list of their artwork, the dimensions and prices. I then send that information to Kathi Dunn who works her magic, and Kyle at the Country Print shop. We then have a final professional poster which will be hung by the artist’s work, so that the patrons at the Park Center get to know and can appreciate the artist.”

Mary Uedelhofen’s inspiring watercolor paintings are professionally framed and on display at the Park Center January through March. Her works are a visual gift to visitors and patrons of the Park Center, and ready to purchase. Mary’s journey from a teaching profession to contracting a disabling medical condition is all a part of her life that has now lead to being an accomplished artist residing in Washburn with her sister Candi Aheirs. A 25% commission on each sold painting goes to support the Park Center.

In the words of the artist “I hope you enjoy my artwork as much as I have enjoyed creating and painting them.”

Join me for Lights, Camera, Action….at the Park Center! Part Two, first week in the February edition. We’ll look more closely at Guest Artist Mary Uedelhofen’s history as teacher, medical situation, art therapy for healing, art accomplishments, new card business and how her life experiences have led her to the Park Center.

If you are interested in becoming a “Guest Artist “ at the Park Center please contact Kerry Myhra K.myhra2015@gmail.com or, becoming a member of See My Art, Inc. Sara Balbin www.seemyart.us Please visit the following websites for education, art events, and much more!

See My Art, Inc. www.seemyart.us Cable Hayward Arts Council: www.cablehaywardarts.org Cable Natural History Museum: www.cablemuseum.org Chequamegon Bay Arts Council: www.cbayarts.org La Pointe Center for the Art Center: www.lapointecenter.org North Country Trail Wisconsin: www.northcountrytrail.org www.forestandlakesmonthly.com

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CHURCH DIRECTORY

Local Church Directory St. Ann’s Catholic Church

Country Peace Presbyterian Church

Trinity Lutheran Chapel

Gordon First Presbyterian

Brule Presbyterian Church

Living Hope Community Church

Solon Springs First Presbyterian

Lake Nebagamon First Presbyterian

St. Anthony Catholic Church

Rev Richard Blood 6880 S. 1st Avenue W. Lake Nebagamon, WI Rev. Blood: 218-343-4850 Leslie Anderson (Lay Preacher) 715-790-1863

Fr. Andrew Ricci Pastor, Fr. Adam Laski Parochial Vicar 11648 E Cty Rd B Lake Nebagamon, WI Office 715-374-3570

Calvary Baptist Church

Barnes Community Church

Cable United Church of Christ

First Lutheran Church

Hayward Wesleyan Church

Mission Covenant Church

Joel Bacon, Senior Pastor 10655 Nyman Ave, Hayward, WI 54843 Church Office: 715- 634-4613

Rev. Darrell Nelson 5161 South County Road P, Poplar, WI 64864 Church Office: 715-364-2738

Trinity Lutheran Church

Bethany Baptist Church Pastor John Dudley

St. Paul’s United Church of Christ Delta Rev. Phil Milam 61190 Pike River Rd. Mason, WI Phone 262-470-0736

The Oaks Community Church

Our Saviors Lutheran Church

14695 County Hwy N Drummond, WI 54832 Church Office: 715-739-6344

Rev. Jason Clifton 11405 51st Street, Solon Springs, WI 54873 Church Office: 715-378-2252

St. Mary’s Catholic Church

The River Wesleyan Church N13205 Rice Lake Road Minong, WI 54859 Phone: 715-466-2844

New Hope Lutheran Church Pastor Jeff Vesta Home Phone: 715-939-1367 Church Phone: 715-466-4112 801 Houston Ave, Minong, WI 54859 Calvary Lutheran Church 675 Shell Creed Road Minong, WI, 54859 Phone: 715-466-2366

St. Pius Catholic Church

St. Anthony Catholic Church 9718 County Rd Y Gordon, WI 54838 Phone: 715-378-4431

Hawthorne Assembly of God Pastor Joe Dokken 366 South County Road E Poplar, WI, 54864 Phone: 715-374-3444

Father Gerald Willger 13645 County Highway M, Cable, WI 54821 Church Office: 715-798-3855 (Cable) 715-634-2867 (Hayward) Rev Richard Blood 14465 S. Antoine Circle, Gordon, WI 54838 Rev. Blood: 218-343-4850 Leslie Anderson 715-790-1863 Rev Richard Blood 9243 E. Evergreen Solon Springs, WI 54873 Rev. Blood: 218-343-4850 Leslie Anderson 715-790-1863 Phil Markel, Pastor 13713 W Thannum Fire Lane Hayward, WI Church Office: 715-934-5000 Home: 715-634-0506 10680 Main St, Hayward, WI Church Office: 715-634-2141 Website: www.firstlutheranhaywardwi.org Pastor Mark D. Triplett 10576 Gresylon Dr, Hayward, WI 54843 Church office: (715) 634-2260

506 Main Street Minong, WI 54859 Phone: 715-378-4431

11651 Business Hwy 53 Solon Springs, WI 54873 Phone: 715-378-4431

Rev Richard Blood 4694 S. County Rd. A Superior, WI 54880 Rev. Blood: 218-343-4850 Leslie Anderson 715-790-1863 Rev Richard Blood 5810 S. Country Rd. H Brule, WI 54820 Rev. Blood: 218-343-4850 Leslie Anderson 715-790-1863

Reverend Jon Hartman, Pastor 3200 County Rd. N Barnes, WI 54873 Church Office: 715 795 2195 Winter Worship Time - 10:30am

21020 Co Hwy E, Mason, WI 54856 Church Office: 715-746-2442

Pastor Arleigh vonSeggern 13520 Spruce Street, Cable, WI 54821 Church Office: 715-798-3417

43170 Highway 63, Cable, WI 54821 Church Office: 715-798-3712 Rev. Ken Cluck

Rev. Phil Milam 13445 County Highway M Cable, WI 54821 Church office: 715-798-3066 Home: 262-470-0736

Hawthorne, WI Phone: 715-372-5037

7523 S County Rd E

Peace Lutheran Church 10671 State Road 77 Hayward, WI 54843 Phone: 715-634-3996 Web Site: peace-hayward.com

Hope Lutheran Church Pastor Scott Stai 2500 County Hwy B Brule, WI 54820 Phone: 715-372-4780 Website: www.hopeinoulu.org

Grand View United Methodist Church Rev. Teena Racheli 22180 US Hwy 63, PO Box 124 Grand View, WI 54839 Church: 715-763-3440 Pastor: 303-981-8370

Whispering Pines EFC Pastor Tom Lindberg

If you would like your church information featured in our directory, please contact Christie at 715-798-3572 or via email at ccarlson@cheqnet.net Forest & Lakes Monthly Jan/Feb 2019 p. 16

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AUTHOR’S CORNER - DIANA RANDOLPH

Excerpts from “Beacons of the Earth and Sky, Paintings and Poetry Inspired by the Natural World”

by Diana Randolph Submitted by Diana Randolph of Once in a Blue Moon Studio in Drummond, WI

An Invitation A ringing chirp beckons me to squint up at frosty popple branches.

Two poised grosbeaks shine golden in the rising sun.

I point my mittened hand to the east, towards my home hidden in the woodland maze where my bird feeder overflows with seeds.

The pair remain perched readjusting their wings, looking nonchalantly about the forest as if they have many invitations from which to choose.

I snowshoe toward home on the old railroad grade, lined thickly with pines, navigating over buried logs, then cross the road to my driveway.

Unstrapping my snowshoes, I look at the feeder, astonished to see them there, the two grosbeaks, whose wings took flight over the labyrinth of uneven treetops, to their chosen feast.

Winter Dawn The Oak Leaf A brown, curled, oak leaf sails across the snow Autumn is adrift on the sea of winter.

The golden-lit tips of the bare branches of the high-reaching quaking aspen trees are first to glimpse the sunrise.

Forest Cathedral When I peel off my mitten to dip warm fingers in the frosty snow and raise my hand to touch my forehead, making the sign of the cross, it’s not because I worship these trees, I’m setting foot inside a cathedral.

Vastness of space, bare oaks and maples, tall and Gothic, arch overhead.

Expansion of silence snuffs out inner chatter.

Columns of pines stand pristine and poised, golden sun filters long rays through dappled stained-glass filaments of fine-tipped branches.

Masses of quaking aspen, a winged choir of song, holy water dripping down my brow.

Diana Randolph, Drummond, writes and paints in her home Once in a Blue Moon Studio, which is open by appointment and during the annual CHARAC Art Crawl in August. These poems are from her book Beacons of the Earth and Sky, Paintings and Poetry Inspired by the Natural World (Savage Press). It’s available in area shops or by emailing the poet at: oiabms@cheqnet.net. Please visit www.dianarandolph.com. www.forestandlakesmonthly.com

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COMMUNITY NOTES & EVENTS

Community Notes, News, & Events for January/February 2019 Add your event or announcement to our directory! Email Christie at ccarlson@cheqnet.net

Cable Natural History Events

Submitted by the Cable Natural History Museum Please call 715-798-3890 or visit www.cablemuseum.org for more info.

January 17 - Antler Shelf Basket (Adult Naturalist Program) January 19 - Snake Feeding

Snowshoe Adventure on the Hayward Library Trails January 22 - Dinner Lecture at the Sawmill: MikoMan to the Gulf January 24-26 - 2nd Annual Wild about Winter Ecology Wisconsin Master

Naturalist Advanced Training February 2 - Hiking Adventure in Fairyland

Snake Feeding February 5 - Tapestry Style, Ribbed Wall Basket Class (Adult Naturalist

Program) February 7 - CNHM Dinner Lecture at the Rookery: Hot Topics in Geosci

ence (Adult Naturalist Program) February 9 - Rag Rug Workshop at the NGLVC

Snake Feeding

Specimen Behind the Scenes February 12 - Adventures in Alaska (in Ely, MN) February 13 - Green Teacher Webinar: Using Progressive Skits to Teach

Food Chains February 16 - Snake Feeding

Birch Fairy House Making Workshop at the NGLVC

Talon Talk - Live Raptor Program February 22 - Pollinators of the North with Naturalist Emily Stone at the

Chequamegon Birders Club Meeting February 23 - Snow Camp for Kids

Snake Feeding March 2 Snake Feeding

The Smallest Falcon at the NGLVC March 7 - Dinner Lecture at the Rookery: The Mysterious Boreal Chickadee

Barnes Area Events

Submitted by the Town of Barnes Clerk/Treasurer Judy Bourassa January 17 - BAHA Meeting at 9:00am at the Museum January 22 - VFW Post 8329 Meeting at 6:00pm at VFW Hall.

VFW: 715-795-2271 January 31 - 1st Half of Property Taxes are Due!!!

Pay to the Town of Barnes Treasurer, 3360 County Highway N,

Barnes, WI 54873: 715-795-2782 February 3 - Super Bowl Party at the Cabin Store 3pm-?? 715-795-2561 February 10 - Barnestormers Snowmobile Club Regular meeting at Cabin

Store 9:30am February 14-16 - Happy Valentine’s Day from Cedar Lodge Steakhouse and

Grille: Special Menu served Thursday, Friday & Saturday

night-reservations recommended. 715-795-2223 February 17 - Barnestormers Snowmobile Club Meat Raffle at Trading Post

3:00pm February 18 - Regular Town Board Meeting at 6:30pm at Barnes Town Hall:

715-795-2782 (Note Date Change) February 19 - Spring Primary Election-if needed: polls open 7am-8pm at

Barnes Town Hall February 21- BAHA Meeting at 9:00am at the Museum February 26 -VFW Post 8329 Meeting at 6:00pm at VFW Hall.

VFW: 715-795-2271 March 9 - BAHA Winter Fest: Celebration and fundraiser Noon - 5 pm

at Barnes VFW Hall, food & beverages, door prizes, bingo,

meat raffle, silent auction. Big cash raffle drawing at 4:30pm

715-795-3065. www.bahamuseum.org March 10 - Barnestormers Snowmobile Club Regular Meeting at

Windsor at 9:30am March 16 - St. Patrick’s Day Party & Parade– festivities start at 12:00 noon at

Cedar Lodge Steakhouse and Grille.

Call 715-795-2223 for more info.

March 16 - St. Patrick’s Day Party at the Cabin Store 3pm-??

715-795-2561 March 19 - Regular Town Board Meeting at 6:30pm at Barnes Town Hall:

715-795-2782 March 19 - Gordon/Barnes Garden Club Meeting 1:30pm at Barnes Town

Hall. Call 715-795-3245 March 21 - BAHA Meeting 9am at Museum, corner of Lake Rd. & Cty. N.

715-795-2145 March 26 - VFW Post 8329 Meeting 6pm at VFW Hall.

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January/February 2019 Area Food Shelf/Holiday Meals, Drives, Dates & Sites Cable Food Shelf

Thursday, January 24th and February 28th from 11:00am - 6:00pm at the Cable Professional Bldg. at the corner of US Hwy 63 and Spruce St. in Cable

Barnes Food Shelf

Wednesday, February 13th and March 13th from 9:00am - 11:00am at the Barnes Community Church located at 3200 Highway N in Barnes

Iron River Food Shelf

Saturday, January 19th and February 16th from 9:00am - 11:00am at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, 68160 South George Street, Iron River, WI

Ruby’s Pantry in Hayward

Thursday, Jan.17th and Feb 21st at the Hayward Wesleyan Church.

Shares are $20.00. Doors open at 5:00pm. www.rubyspantry.org

Sharing One’s Surplus

SOS Food Share meets the 2nd Saturday of the Month at the Mission Covenant Church in Poplar. Shares go on sale at 9:30am. $30/each

Simon’s Surplus

Saturday, January 26th at the Hayward Wesleyan Church. Shares can be purchased online - www.hwc. church/simons-surplus

Ashland Chamber Notes

Submitted Courtesy of the Ahsland Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center Ashland County Events and Activities ~ Sundays on Chequamegon Bay includes Car Ice-Races starting January 15.

Weather and ice conditions can change. ~ January 19th is the Wisconsin High School Ice Fishing Tournament presented by the Wisconsin National Guard, on Chequamegon Bay, from 7am-3pm. Send off and weigh-in at the Armory, 420 Sanborn Ave. 715-577-2590. ~ February 16th is Book Across the Bay at Maslowski Beach, Ashland, at 6pm.

Cross-country ski race and snowshoe trek across Chequamegon Bay guided by luminary candlelight, the course finishes in Washburn at Thompson’s West End Park. www.batb.org. ~ February 17th is Bike Across the Bay in Ashland at 10am, hosted by North Coast Cycling Association. The race will start at 10am from the Washburn Shore.

Winter in Ashland County includes events, activities, ice fishing, snowmobiling, downhill and cross country skiing, shopping & dining and warm lodging.

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Town of Drummond Events

Submitted Courtesy of the Town of Drummond Website February 12 -Town Board Meeting 6:30pm in the Drummond Civic Center

Town of Cable Events

Submitted Courtesy of the Town of Cable Website February 21, 2019 - Regular Town Board Meeting at 6:00pm at the Community Centre March 21, 2019 - Regular Town Board Meeting at 6:00pm at the Community Centre February 13, 2019 - Airport Commission Meeting at 4:30pm at the Cable Community Centre February 6, 2019 - Plan Commission Meeting at 5:30pm at the Community Centre

Barnes Book Club

The Barnes Book Club meets the 4th Monday of the month at the Barnes Community Church at 9:30am. Books are available at the Hayward library. Just ask for the monthly Barnes Book Club selection. Please join us as you have time and interest in the book for the month. You will be made welcome.

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JAN/FEB 2019 CROSSWORD PUZZLE

Across 1- Fleet fleet 5- Pianist Andre 10- Mongolian desert 14- Wings 15-Slippery as ___ 16- Pi followers 17- Intuition 19-Fit to serve 20- Strik 21-Footwork 23- Grounded bird 25- Underworld figure 26- Rent-___ 29- Some VCRs 31- "Filthy" money 35- Mama's boy 36-Zounds!

37- Softwood tree 38- Texas dance 40-Small bouquet 41- Hinder 42- It may be landed 43-Triple ___ 44- Field of action 45- Temple 46-Kind of prof.

47- PC storage medium 49- Friend of Frodo 51- Arrogance 54- Variety of coffee 58- K through 12 59- Improper

Down 1- Talk back 2- Scanty 3- Curbside cry 4- Hunting dog 5- Has been 6- "Wheel of Fortune" buy 63- One-armed bandit 7- Hamilton's bill 64-Photographic tone 8- Magnetic induction units 65- First name in 9- Driving hazard courtroom fiction 10- Adults 66- Sickly 11- Yikes!

67- Archie Bunker's wife 12- Joburg settler 68- Senate position 13- Writer Dinesen 18- Fashion line 22- In abundance

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24- Pressed 25-Down 26- Latin stars 27- Cringe 28- Make ___ of (write down) 30- Tiny explosive 32-Group of students 33- Fads 34- Upright 36- Online brokerage 37- Warsaw residents 39-Godliness 40- Jailbird 42- St. Louis gridder

45- Compulsory 46- Soap plants 48-Charlotte ___ 50- Physicians' org.

51- For ___ Jolly Good Fellow 52- ___ well...

53-Oops!

55- An apple or a planet will have this at the centre 56- Maui dance 57- I'd hate to break up ___ 60- Bee: Prefix 61- It may be picked 62- Morse symbol;

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EXPLORING WISCONSIN WITH MARY

Resolve to Have Fun! Submitted by Mary Motiff, Director of Bayfield County Tourism

Does your New Year’s resolution include being more active? Or maybe it’s to relax more. Either way, it’s time to enjoy our forests and lakes in the quiet season of winter. As long as you are dressed for the weather, it is a great time to get out and enjoy this beautiful time of year in the Northwoods. Whether you’re on snowshoes, skis, fat bikes or snowmobiles, there are many ways to get out and play in the snow!

There are nine separate groomed cross-country ski trail systems in Bayfield County alone, so you don’t need to go far to have some top-notch options whether you like classic or skate skiing. There’s even a trail dedicated to skijoring up at Mt. Ashwabay if you want to include your dog on your ski outing. Of course, this is the home of the famous Birkebeiner ski race so those trails are popular, but there are also some lesser known trails that are just as fun to ski for all different skill levels. From the Iron River National Fish Hatchery trails to the Valhalla Recreation Area, the Tomahawk Trail in Barnes, the Drummond Ski Trail, the 40K system at Mt. Ashwabay, North End Trails in Cable, Rock Lake Trail in Namakagon and the Lincoln Community Forest all offer great ski experiences.

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Some of the ski trails have parts that are also groomed for fat bikes. If you haven’t experienced fat biking, it’s a great way to get out and ride all year long. The fourinch tires can handle snow and it’s a great workout since the friction is greater than a regular mountain bike. Besides groomed trails, fat bikes can be found on the hundreds of miles of forest roads as well as on frozen Lake Superior (when conditions allow). There is even a group that goes out weekly on “Fat Bike Safaris” with an experienced leader to take you on different adventures. Look up the North Coast Cycling Association on Facebook for more information about getting outdoors on bikes in the area.

The new Howl Adventure Center is a great place to stop in and find out more about all the different ways to get out and enjoy winter. Not only can they help out with gear, but their knowledgeable staff can give you the “inside scoop” when it comes to embracing winter. Another great resource is Mt. Ashwabay – not only is it an affordable place to ski with great Nordic trails, but there is a small ski hill if some of your group wants to opt for downhill. There’s also a tubing hill which makes it perfect for people who want to get out and play, but not ski. Oh yeah, there are groomed fat bike trails there, too!

Another great way to get out and get moving in the winter is on snowshoes. If you don’t own snowshoes, there are some places where you can rent or borrow them. One of those is the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center which has snowshoes that you can use for free on their trails. If you have snowshoes and want to explore further, there are a total of thirty-eight hiking trails in Bayfield County which provide an opportunity to follow a marked trail through the woods as an alternative to going back-country (although you can always follow the marks you make heading out on the way back if you are breaking trail). If you’re worried about getting lost, I highly recommend using the Avenza app on a mobile device. Just download the Bayfield County Road Network, Silent Sport Trails and/or the Snowmobile Trails map (all free of charge) while you have a WiFi or data connection; then you can locate yourself on the map with GPS when you’re out on the trails – even if you don’t have cell service.

For lots more information about trails as well as events and activities, spend some time on the website and try the interactive maps at www. travelbayfieldcounty.com. You can also listen to our monthly podcast which features an interview this month with fat bike enthusiasts Joe Groshek and John Murphy for some insider tips and fun stories. You’ll also find updates and events on the Bayfield County Facebook page. Bundle up and have fun this winter!

P.S. Don’t forget the hot cocoa - but if you do, just stop at one of the many coffee shops and restaurants to warm up and indulge. It’s important to support all of our tourism businesses in the winter so that they can continue to be available to us throughout the year.

Mary Motiff has been the Director of the Bayfield County Tourism department since 2007 where she works with area communities to promote all of the incredible things to see and do at the “top of Wisconsin.” She also manages the Bayfield County Fair and serves on many local boards including the Friends of the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center and the Chequamegon Bay Chapter of the WI Alumni Association. Motiff lives in Washburn with her family which includes a husband, 2 teenagers and 2 poodles.

Forest & Lakes Monthly Jan/Feb 2019 p. 20

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NAVIGATING THE TRENCHES

Navigating the Trenches - How is Your New Year’s Resolution Going?

Submitted by Christie Carlson, Owner/Publisher of Forest & Lakes Monthly

I don’t know about you Dear Reader, but every year I sit down with my notepad and make an exorbitantly long New Year’s Resolution list. Picking apart everything that is not quite “right” and adding it to the quickly growing pile. Before I know it, I’ve got every aspect of my life listed out for adjustment in the new year, with no where to start, and a huge panic attack waiting in the wings.

My mind starts picking itself apart, and discouragement settles in before I’ve even gotten started… How did I let it get like this? This list is too much, I’ll never be able to accomplish it! Figuring that there had to be a better way, I took to researching how to make this year be the one that turns the corner. This year, 2019 will be the one that I accomplish my set of resolutions. Little did I know Dear Reader, I’ve been doing it ALL wrong….

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According to a study reported in Forbes Magazine, it is estimated that 40% of American’s make New Year’s resolutions, but only 8% of New Year’s resolutions are kept and achieved. So, how can we improve our odds at resolution success, because let’s be honest, after the holiday season wraps up, life returns to normal, and old habits creep back in. So, with that in mind, here’s what I found, Dear Reader – I hope it helps!

Keep your Resolution “SMART” • Specific

-- Make Sure your resolution is specific. Make a detailed list about exactly what you want to achieve • Measurable

-- Be certain that your resolution can be tracked with clear indicators of progress – charting, weigh ins, how are your clothes fitting, etc.

• Achievable -- Ensure resolution success by making sure that you can accomplish your goal given your available resources, constraints and other

priorities.

• Relevant

-- Is your resolution important to you? Do you value what you are trying to accomplish? If not, maybe find a new one that might suit

you better.

• Time-bound -- Will you have the time to accomplish your resolution/goal within the specific time frame you have allowed yourself?

Set Milestones • Make a weekly (or daily) to do list that will help you achieve your larger goal -- By breaking down a larger goal into bite sized and manageable pieces, you are allowing yourself to accomplish the smaller tasks that will compile into the accomplishment of the larger task over time. By succeeding in the smaller daily or weekly tasks, not only are your working toward your larger goal, but you are also building confidence and achieving smaller successes along the way.

• Detox --No, not a cleanse, though that may not be a bad idea if it’s going to help you achieve your goal. The word “Detox” in this context is to

cleanse the irrelevant and unhelpful things in daily life that just aren’t working – cleaning up social media feeds, removing email sub

scriptions that aren’t conducive to your new goal, changing smaller daily habits that are contrary to you accomplishing your resolution,

etc. Just as a detox is used to remove the unhealthy elements and toxins from our bodies, so to is a detox in the life/resolution depart

ment as well.

• Take some “Morning Me Time” -- If you are not a morning person, this might be tough but, by waking an hour earlier you are leaving yourself time for you – be it some time at the gym, time for bible study or meditation, writing another article or chapter in your book or journal, or maybe just en joying a nice cup of coffee in the quiet stillness of the house before your day explodes all over it? Can’t do a full hour right away? I hear ya! Start with 10 minutes earlier, then move to 20, and so on, before you know it, you’ll be at a full 60 minutes!

• List your goals in a place where you will see them – every day -- Put a sticky note on the mirror in the bathroom or your bedroom, maybe on the fridge, or sun visor in your car. By keeping your goals listed in full view, you are more likely to keep them in mind throughout the day.

• Don’t be afraid to adjust your goals as you move through the weeks and months following the holiday -- If you find that the goals that you’ve set on New Year’s are not longer valid, not working for you, or just not relevant anymore, change them. It’s completely ok to remove those that are working and add ones that are. It is better to see success in something that works for you rather than just keeping an old resolution around to add to the pile of ones that didn’t work out.

So Dear Reader, take heart! We are about 2-3 weeks into the new year, and if you are like me, some of your resolutions are getting musty and boring. After researching this and realizing that I don’t have to just stay with an irrelevant New Year’s Resolution that’s gone stale, I’ll be making some changes. With that, here’s to a year of small, mindful, and tangible changes that will hopefully accumulate into a larger accomplishment. But remember, if not, don’t belittle all the smaller accomplishments that have come along the way. They too are good for us.

Sources: Better Homes and Gardens: www.bhg.com.au, Forbes: www.forbes.com, Daily Mail: www.dailymail.co.uk www.forestandlakesmonthly.com

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THE FIFTY CALIBER HAWKINS WITH JOHN WEBER

The Fifty Caliber Hawkins - Part I

Submitted by John Weber. John has lived in the Hayward area for the past 35 years. He’s an avid outdoorsman and author.

I once owned a Hawkins fifty caliber muzzleloader. At that time it was the gun and caliber of choice for serious muzzleloading enthusiasts past and present. It was a good looking gun with a great feel, but when I started shooting it I couldn’t have hit the proverbial barn from inside the hayloft.

I had grown up using a scope. I’d never shot open sights before and the sights on the Hawkins took some getting used to. To make matters worse I started shooting with round balls, which I later found out have the same aerodynamics as a marble that’s been shot out the backside of a duck. It didn’t take me long to switch, first to conical bullets and then eventually to sabots, but my first few hunts were with round balls and not surprisingly, rather fruitless.

Photo Courtesy of www.mdc.mo.gov The first time I took the gun hunting was on an antlerless deer hunt in southern Wisconsin. Rifles were legal for the hunt, but I was itching to try my new smoke pole. So the first afternoon of the hunt found me climbing an oak ridge with the Hawkins and a handful of speed loaders.

Three of us headed out that first afternoon and when I reached the top of the ridge we were hunting, one of the other guys chased a couple deer in my direction. I was standing still looking for the perfect ambush spot when I spotted a doe streaking along my side of the ridge.

I pulled back the hammer and clicked the set trigger as the doe bounded towards me. If she kept on course she’d run within ten yards of me. It was the perfect setup. She’d be close and all I’d have to do is point and shoot. No aiming involved, just instinct. Like shooting a partridge on the wing I thought, swinging the gun and pulling the trigger as the doe ran by.

And I was right. Well I was right about it being like shooting partridge on the wing as my round ball slammed into a cherry tree that stood between me and the doe. (Incidental contact with woody matter is a common occurrence when shooting at partridge.) The bark flew and through the smoky haze I could see the doe change directions and escape over the far side of the ridge.

When the smoke cleared I could plainly see the barked-up cherry tree and knew I’d missed the doe. I was fumbling for a speed loader when I heard another deer coming and spotted a fawn hesitantly following the doe’s trail. The fawn stopped fifteen yards away and looked back while I cautiously loaded my gun. OK, maybe cautiously is the wrong word.

If you’ve never hunted with a muzzleloader, then you might not know what a speed loader is. Basically it’s a plastic tube that holds your premeasured powder in one end and your bullet in the other. In this case my bullet is a round ball and a patch. The same ammo, by the way, that was used during the Revolutionary and the Civil Wars. The powder goes in first, followed by the patch and ball, which is then set tightly before being rammed down the barrel by the aptly named ramrod.

There’s also a primer attached to the speed loader that’s placed on the nipple near the gun’s hammer. The trigger’s pulled, the hammer snaps forward striking the primer, which creates a spark that ignites the powder and sends your bullet on its way. It’s worked that way for hundreds of years, and only takes a few seconds to do providing you put the powder in first. A concept I failed to grasp when I hurried to reload my rifle.

A couple hundred years ago there were grave consequences if you put your bullet in the barrel before the powder. Time wasted reloading your rifle was time that gave the enemy a shot at a standing target, or a grizzly bear a chance to decide if you were edible. Nothing that ominous to worry about on this day, just the embarrassment of having a small doe wondering why I was staring at the end of my gun barrel.

The patch and ball were in the barrel, but the powder was still in the speed loader as the fawn and I shared the same wide-eyed look.

The fawn soon tired of the game and went off to join its mother while I fumbled trying to rectify my situation. And to concoct a story to tell the others that didn’t make me sound as stupid as I felt. I failed on that front too.

Anyway, I missed one more doe before giving up on round balls and switching to conical bullets. The conical bullets flew better and provided more killing power, though on the first buck I killed with that gun I was back to shooting grouse. Or in this case maybe rabbits on the run would be a better comparison. That buck died in Iowa when it followed a doe down the fence line I was sitting near.

It was during a January muzzleloader hunt and a couple of friends had pushed the deer out of some cover and past my hiding spot.

My shot wasn’t perfect but the buck was only a few yards away when it flew by. I swung, pointed and pulled the trigger. It wasn’t much different than the doe in Wisconsin except this time there was no cherry tree to alter my shot and the six pointer dug furrows in the corn stubble when the 350 grain bullet I was shooting plowed into its side. The buck struggled to its feet, but I had mastered the speed loader by this point and my second shot finished the job before the deer had a chance to regain its balance.

I had my first deer with a muzzleloader, a weapon that men had fought and hunted with for hundreds of years. A kinship of sorts developed when I had that gun in my hands. The smell of the burning powder, the billowing smoke took me back to a time when being proficient with the gun was a matter of life and death. I couldn’t comprehend the hardships or obstacles encountered by the men back then, but I could hunt with the same style gun they used, and to try to understand a little of what it must have been like for them to put food on the table.

Hunting with the Hawkins was a way to challenge myself, for the men who came before me it was a way of life. I’ll never understand what they went through, but the gun gave me a small taste. And sometimes a taste is all we need.

(Stay Tuned for Next Week’s Conclusion!)

Forest & Lakes Monthly Jan/Feb 2019 p. 22

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RECIPE CORNER - AROUND THE GLOBE

Recipe Corner - Around the Globe January Superfood Salad

Courtesy of: www.crumbsmag.com Ingredients: 2 medium carrots (Peeled & Chopped) 1 medium parsnips (Peeled & Chopped) 150g brussels sprouts (halved) 2 tsp coconut oil 100g kale (Remove stems and chop into pieces) 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp lemon juice 150g cooked quinoa handful of pomegranate seeds - handful of pumpkin seeds handful of sunflower seeds Juice of 1 Lemon 1/2 small garlic clove (crushed) 100ml olive oil 1 tsp dijon mustard handful of blackberries Directions: Prep vegetables. Remove casings from links and discard. Heat 2 Tbsp of olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft. Reduce heat, add garlic. Stir constantly until garlic becomes fragrant. In a separate pan, heat 2 Tbsp of olive oil and crumble sausage links cooking until browned. Add carrots, celery, farro, sausage, all of the herbs and seasonings, tomatoes and stock. Boil then reduce heat and cover, cook for 35-40 minutes. Stir occasionally. Serve with Parmesan cheese and crusty bread.

Teriyaki Salmon Rice Bowl with Spinach and Avocado Courtesy of: www.panningtheglobe.com

Ingredients: Salmon: 1 lb salmon fillet cut into 4 thin portions (skin on is fine) Teriyaki Sauce 3/4 cup soy sauce 3/4 cup Mirin (rice wine) 1/2 cup sugar (white or brown) 1 teaspoon finely minced garlic (optional) 1 teaspoon finely minced ginger (optional) Toasted Sesame and Nori: 1 8-inch square sheet of Nori, cut with a scissors into 1-inch strips.

2 Tbsp of black or white sesame seeds, or a mixture of both Sushi Rice: 2 cups sushi rice (short grain rice) 1 2/3 C Rice Vinegar - Separate into 1 C and 2/3 C 3 tablespoons sugar 2 teaspoons salt SautĂŠed Spinach: 20 oz fresh spinach, washed 1 tablespoon Asian sesame oil Kosher salt Garnish: 1 bunch scallions, washed, trimmed, and sliced crosswise 1 Avocado, peeled, pitted and sliced

Chille Cheese Casserole

Directions: Make the teriyaki sauce: In a saucepan bring soy sauce, mirin, sugar, garlic and ginger to a gentle boil. Lower heat and simmer, until slightly thickened, .

Remove from heat and set aside.

Ingredients: Nonstick cooking spray 4 cups baked tortilla chips, 2 1/2 ounces 6 egg whites

Toasted nori & sesame seeds: Toast nori and sesame seeds in a hot skillet, stirring constantly until sesame seeds start to get brown. Transfer to a bowl, set aside.

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4 large eggs 1/4 cup skim milk 3/4 teaspoon ancho chili powder 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 (4-ounce) can mild chopped green chiles 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro leaves, 1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, about 2 ounces 1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese, about 2 ounces 1/2 cup prepared green salsa verde Reduced-fat sour cream, optional

Make the sushi rice: Rinse rice. Cook per package directions. Remove rice from heat and let it sit, for 10 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl. Measure out 2/3 cup of rice vinegar and pour over rice, while mixing. Cover bowl with a cloth and set aside.

Directions: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly coat a rectangular 2-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Coarsely crush the chips by hand and spread half of them into the bottom of the baking dish. Whisk the egg whites, eggs, milk, ancho powder, and pepper in a large bowl until well combined. Stir in the chopped chiles, chopped cilantro, and 1/4 cup each of the Cheddar and pepper jack cheeses; pour into the pan.

Sprinkle the remaining chips over the egg mixture. Bake until the casserole is set around the edges but a little loose in the center, 20 to 25 minutes. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup of each cheese and continue to bake until the cheeses are melted and the casserole is set in the center, about 10 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes.

Serve with the salsa and, sour cream, if using. Garnish with whole cilantro leaves. Stir in parsley, Ricotta and half the Parmesan.

Remove from heat. Preheat broiler. Drain pasta very well. Stir into sausage mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan. Broil until top is bubbly.

Cook the salmon: Preheat oven to broil and set the rack 8 inches from the top. Place salmon skin-side down on a foil-lined jellyroll pan. Pour 1/4 cup of teriyaki sauce into a separate small bowl to use for glazing the salmon. Brush salmon with teriyaki sauce and cook for two minutes under the broiler. Pull salmon out of the oven and brush more teriyaki sauce on top. Return to the oven and cook for 1-3 minutes more, to your desired doneness. Better to undercook it slightly as it will continue to cook a bit even after it’s out of the oven. Remove from oven.

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Cook the spinach: Heat 1 Tbsp sesame oil over medium heat. Add spinach and 2 Tbsp water. Cover and leave it for 2 minutes. Uncover and stir. Spinach will be mostly wilted. Sprinkle with a salt. Remove from heat.

Assemble rice bowls: Put rice and spinach in the bottom of a bowl. Lay salmon on top. (skin will peel off easily, if you prefer it skinless) Garnish with avocado slices. Sprinkle with scallions and nori-sesame confetti.

Drizzle with teriyaki sauce. Repeat for each bowl.

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