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THE CLEAR FAVORITE There’s beauty in a tree’s burl A s you glance up into tree limbs, perhaps searching for some sign of spring in a swelling flower bud, your sight might be arrested by fat, rounded growths on the bark. On some trees, these hard, woody outgrowths — called burls — stand out on an otherwise clear trunk like a goiter. On other trees, the whole trunk might be covered with these masses. If you’ve never noticed these growths before, don’t be alarmed. They cause little or no harm to the tree.

WHAT MAKES A BURL That said, burls might — just might — indicate that the tree has been unLEE REICH der stress. All sorts of things have been implicated as the cause of burls. For instance, a burl could grow in response to a limb rubbing against the bark, to chewing by insects or some other physical injury. Perhaps the tree experienced or is experiencing some environmental stress — temperatures too cold or too hot, not enough food or not enough sunlight, for example. Diseases have also been held responsible for burls. However, no pathogens are found inside burls when they are cut open. Still, a pathogen could have done its job of inducing a burl, and then skipped on to other adventures. We could also blame genetics, because some tree species are more prone to developing burls than others. Redwoods are renowned for their burls, which are often sold as souvenirs. ODD STEM GROWTH We do know, though, how burls develop. Along any stem are buds that can elongate to become shoots, and each of these shoots similarly has buds that can become shoots themselves. Obviously, not all buds on a plant stretch out; some remain dormant, at least for a while. In the case of a burl, instead of dormant buds expanding into straight shoots, they grow inward, twisting and turning under the bark and never emerging as branches. On the rare occasion when a shoot does elongate from a burl on a mature tree, the shoot usually expires from lack of sufficient light. Interestingly, redwood burls frequently sprout when cut from the tree and placed in a pan of water, almost as if the water reminds See Burls p. 2D

This undated photo shows a tree with a trunk burl in Rosendale, NY. The fat burl developing on this tree, which does it little or no harm, is valued by woodworkers for its swirling grain. (Lee Reich via AP)

This undated photo provided by Interiors by Design shows a Lucite bench at the end of a bed which adds a whimsical touch while also providing a pop of color and texture without the visual weight of a normal piece of furniture. (Nick Schale/Interiors by Design via AP)

Acrylics a versatile furniture option By MELISSA KOSSLER DUTTON Associated Press Clear the way for acrylics. Furniture makers are using the see-through material for everything from couch legs and bed posts to tables and footstools. It’s a way to add drama to a room without overloading it, said Sheila Schmitz, an editor with Houzz, an online source of interior design photos and decorating ideas. She said acrylics are being used to update many different kinds of furniture, to fit any budget. “It’s really very versatile,” added Michelle Lamb, editorial director with The Trend Curve, an industry observer in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. “Because it’s clear, it can become a showpiece or just an accessory.” The pieces are lighter, stronger and less expensive than glass, said Tara Donovan, style director at Wayfair, an online home goods store. “It’s more malleable and easy to work with, so it can be worked into more shapes,” she said. Acrylic is ideal for small rooms because it doesn’t make the space look or feel crowded, Schmitz said. “It can be a functional piece that doesn’t add visual clutter,” she said. Clear furniture also can make small spaces feel more open and inviting, said Karen Mills, an interior designer with Interiors by Design, Inc., in Lenexa, Kansas. “It’s lighter and brighter,” she

This undated photo provided by Bernhardt Furniture Company shows a gold and acrylic bed. The bed features a plated brass frame, fine acrylic posts and is shown upholstered in an ivory plain cloth. (Stacey Van Berkel/Bernhardt Furniture Company via AP) said. “It bounces that light around, whereas darker pieces soak up all your sunlight.” Even something as simple as an acrylic chair can make a statement in a room, as designer Philippe Starck proved more than a decade ago when he introduced his Ghost Chair — a clear replica of the classic Louis XV armchair, Mills said. The chair helped launch the resurgence in acrylic furniture, she said. Now, you can find clear

chairs to fit any room. “There’s probably an acrylic chair for just about any taste,” Schmitz said. Add a vibrant cushion, and clear chairs — along with benches and footstools — can become the centerpiece of the room, Mills said. “When you put fabric on it, it just looks like it’s floating. It adds a touch of fantasy,” she said. “It’s fantastic.” Acrylic really shines when accessorized with pops of color and texture,

agreed Emily Arnow, editor at AllModern.com, an online furniture store. “It’s there, but not really there, so it’s a great complement to bolder pieces that are also there to make a style statement,” she said. “The key to decorating with clear acrylic is playing with perception and contrast.” Clear legs on couches, chairs and cabinets can “create a look of suspended animation,” Lamb said. “It may take you a second or two to realize what’s going on. Once you figure it out, you can’t stop looking at it.” Or if you prefer, the pieces can take a backseat to other furnishings in the room. “You’re getting the function without taking up much visual space,” said Donovan. Designers often use acrylic when they want to highlight another exceptional element in the room, she said. Clear tables are a way to accentuate beautiful carpets, she said. Clear chairs will not detract from an ornate desk or a special dining table. Acrylic’s “unique silhouettes can be truly magnificent, allowing them to act as the focal point if you want a statement piece — think acrylic table or grouping of ghost chairs,” she said. “Yet their transparent appearance can also be very delicate if the space has really vibrant pieces such as a vintage rug or piece of art. Ultimately, it’s all about how you pair the acrylic furnishings within a space and where you want the focus to be.”

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Garage a mess? Tips for tackling a daunting job

By KATHERINE ROTH Associated Press Garages have a way of going from deep storage to cluttered chaos. Clearing out the flotsam and organizing what remains can be daunting or downright overwhelming. But with careful planning and a specific game plan, most garages can be organized in a day or a weekend, experts say. And if the job’s simply too much, consider hiring a professional organizer. “I don’t think you can just wake up one morning and say, ‘I’m going to organize the garage,’ and be successful at it,” says Regina Lark of the Los Angeles-based company A Clear Path: Professional Organizing and Productivity. “You need planning. You need muscle power. You need people around you for support. And you will need some basic information and possibly supplies before you begin.” PLAN, ENLIST AND PREPARE The first step, says Lark, is to look at your calendar and set aside a full day for the job. Choose a starting and ending time, and make sure someone will be there to support you. “It’s got to be the only

thing on the calendar that day, for everyone involved. It’s usually a very uncomfortable task, so get help. Bring in friends. Offer pizza at lunch, wine at the end of the day, and reciprocate,” she says. Lark suggests that you and your support team set aside three or four hours to take things out, sort them into piles and make quick decisions about what to keep. Then set aside another three or four hours to put everything back in an organized way, and make a quick trip to the donation center. Before you start, she says, consider: “Do you have enough trash bags or do you need a small Dumpster? Do you have spare boxes where you can put things to be donated? What time does the donation center close? Is your driveway clear so that you can take everything out of your garage and sort it there? Will you need shelving or storage bins or peg boards? It’s better to have too many supplies and return a few things later than to have progress halted because you don’t have what you need.” DECISIONS, DECISIONS Understand and embrace the decision-making pro-

cess. “It’s helpful to stand in your garage before you start and really connect with the reality of what is there,” Lark says. “The speed and success of the task really boils down to how quickly you can make decisions about things. Look around and ask yourself what you really need in your life in order to thrive.” She says many unnecessary items are stored because they evoke memories or because they might be useful someday. “Ask yourself how many artifacts you need to remember a single event? And if you can’t name a specific date and scenario when you’ll make use of something, you really should consider discarding it,” she says. “Try to have these decisions made beforehand so you can make the best use of your time on the big day.” REMOVE, SORT, DISCARD Betsy Goldberg, home director at Real Simple magazine, recommends starting the big day by laying an old sheet or two onto the garage floor or driveway, and then taking everything out of the garage, sorting it into piles by category. “That makes it easier to

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This undated photo provided by Regina Lark shows a garage organization project in Los Angeles, Calif. This image shows a garage before being organized to the client's goals. (Regina Lark via AP) quickly see that you have five different baseball gloves and duplicates of garden tools, and that some things can be donated,” she says. It’s best if you can put discarded items straight into the car so they can be donated the same day, Goldberg says. If things sit around, they have a way of ending up back in the

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the cells that they can be shoots. On a tree, though, cells within a burl generally just keep dividing with no obvious purpose or benefit to the tree. BEAUTY WITHIN Benefit to us humans is another story, though. Cut open a burl and instead of straight grain you find waves and swirls of wood, marbled and feathered wood, perhaps some “eyes” staring back at you. Woodworkers lust for burls, espe-

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garden clippers. When the job is done, everything should be off the floor and have a designated spot. If you find yourself overwhelmed, Lark suggests hiring a pro. The National Association of Professional Organizers (www.napo.net) is searchable by zip code and area of specialty.

cially for turning on a lathe, where the appearance of the swirling tissue need not be constrained within the straight and sharp-edged geometry of sawn lumber. Burls are also frequently sliced into veneer. The beauty within a burl and the theories for what causes them could prompt you to try to induce them on a tree. Yet no one has been able to reliably do so. So burls are harvested from trees on which they have naturally formed. Because harvesting a burl can leave a large scar, cut burls only from trees that are being or have been cut down for other purposes.

The Mining Journal 3D

Thursday, March 30, 2017

Real Estate Classifieds                                                                                                                                                                                              

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                

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                                                   

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                             

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                            

                   

                                             

                                    

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MAX. He found his very own bachelor pad. He found it fast in the Classifieds. People like Max, People like you, People like…

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Check out this fully updated 3 bedroom, 2 bath house located just a few blocks from the elementary and middle schools. Large deck off the back of the house will be perfect for the summer cook outs that are just around the corner. This house is truly turn key so you will be able to relax and enjoy your summer instead of working on the house!. $189,900

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Michigan

Land Brokers

FEATURED LISTINGS

IMPRESSIVE 40 ACRES – NELLIGAN LAKE Nelligan Lake Craig Lake Rd, Michigamme

Contact Bob Sullivan

Broker/Owner Cell: 906-361-4212 Office: 225-LAND (5263) LandCoach@aol.com

40 acres located on the pristine shoreline of Nelligan Lake in Baraga County’s Craig Lake State Forest. The acreage is high, rolling terrain, with mixed mature timber of several species. There are many good building sites to choose from with breathtaking settings overlooking Nelligan Lake. The land has a lot of contour and unique features including a long point that protrudes out into the lake. A nice walking path that could be improved into a driveway brings you from the road to the lake. There is a small inlet stream on the West side and a large outlet stream that joins an outlet from Thomas Lake to form the Nelligan Creek. This junction is located within the property boundary and makes for a great canoe and kayak adventure. A full Limnological lake study has been done on Nelligan and the report is available. Nelligan Lake is about 32 acres in size with an average depth of 6 feet and depths up to 11 feet. A large population of largemouth bass can be found along with yellow perch and numerous forage species. $98,000 MLS# 1099620

VACANT LAND

NEW LISTING

TOWERING PINES

DELTA COUNTY - 320 ACRES & HUNTING CAMP

120 Acres Co Rd AAO, Champion

West 160 Acres County Road LB Republic

TBD North Camp Road, Ishpeming

6784 32ND Road, Perkins, MI

Rare find of Northern Marquette County land loaded with beautiful white pine. Good access near the basins of the Dead River and Silver Lake. Nice interior road. Good building sites. You will love this parcel! $108,000 MLS# 1098153

This parcel is in a popular recreation area west of Republic where you will find some of the best grouse hunting on the planet. Deer, moose and bear are also frequent visitors here. The parcel is all upland, mostly aspen on the north side and excellent wildlife habitat, wooded lowland on the south end. Most of the animals in the area live on or near this acreage. There is a good interior trail system for access to most of the parcel. This is some of the finest land in this area with high, rolling hills, good wildlife lowland. The tract will make an excellent wooded cabin site, hunting property or future timber property. $99,000 MLS# 1100044

Soaring pines highlight this 160 acre tract north of Ishpeming and near the Dead River Basin. If you love red and white pines, you will be enthralled by the beauty of this property as the rolling hills show off the beauty of the giant pines everywhere. This tract has black top county road frontage, gravel county road frontage and interior trails for excellent access to most of the property. The tract is a nice mix of mostly high, rolling hills of pine but also some level ground with jack pine regrowth and some mixed wooded land as well. There is some timber value but the real value here is the aesthetics of the beautiful land and woods. $155,000 MLS# 1095556

320 acres of secluded and private hunting land in Delta County. The property is accessed just off the end of a dead end County Road with electric. There is a small cabin in fair condition that has water and septic. From here, there are miles of solid interior roads that access just about every corner of the acreage. The land is a rolling mix of hardwoods, aspen, pine, balsam and some marsh areas. The cabin is set in a gorgeous hardwood stand with electric on site and phone available. $280,000 MLS# 1095427

Contact Bob Sullivan

Contact Rob Sullivan

LandCoach@aol.com

RobSullivan39@hotmail.com

Broker/Owner Cell: 906-361-4212 Office: 225-LAND (5263)

POPULAR THIRD STREET

GREAT BUILDING SITE

Broker/Owner Cell: 906-361-4212 Office: 225-LAND (5263)

CHOCOLAY RIVER FRONTAGE

Associate Broker, Office Manager Cell: 906-362-3337 Office: 225-LAND (5263)

PEACEFUL COUNTRY SETTING

425 S. Third, Marquette

TBD M94/Townline, Skandia, MI

682 W M94, Marquette

1652 Engman Lake Rd, Skandia

Commerical building in an excellent location with great potential. Located near downtown Marquette on Third Street, this building has great exposure, walking and vehicle access, parking, and a blank slate to start your vision from. The main floor was a former deli and could work for many different restaurant applications. There is a large commercial kitchen with quality appliances in good to new condition that are available. An ADA bathroom and drive-through /pick-up window make this a great space for your new business. $329,000 MLS# 1098083

Outstanding property right on the Skandia/West Branch border with multiple features offering something for everyone. 51 Sprawling acres with a large field hosting a variety of spring-fed Ponds which would make excellent pasture land or a beautiful building site to overlooking the ponds to watch wildlife taking a cool sip of water. The property also has nice forestland with a mix of most native species, providing good hunting opportunities. If choosing a building site, there will be options for being on a nice country road such as Townline Rd, right on M94 or if a very quiet place in the woods is your dream then forest frontage on the dead end Posti Rd might be the perfect setting. $79,000 MLS# 1085940

This amazing property is beautifully set on 40 acres among beautiful rolling hills loaded with towering Maples with a private working farm tucked away in a pleasant valley where the only sounds you hear are the birds, wildlife, the breeze and the fresh waters flowing from the West Branch of the Chocolay River. The spacious log handcrafted home has a rustic appeal with an artistic flare and has served a large family well for years. $149,900 MLS# 1097051

Move in ready well-built home with beautiful landscaping and an ornate hand crafted northern cedar log deck looking into your maple filled back yard. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with a big room downstairs and a bath that would make a great rec room, den or even a master bedroom. Two car garage and two big sheds. Set on a quiet blacktop road in the heart of recreation country and walking distance to the Engman Lake access sight. Only 25 minutes from town. All this for only $125,000 MLS# 1100104

Contact Rob Sullivan

Call Brian Olson Today!

RobSullivan39@hotmail.com

brianolsonrealtor@yahoo.com

STUNNING LAKE SUPERIOR VIEW

50 ACRES & CAMP

GREAT LOCATION

GOLF COURSE LIVING

Associate Broker, Office Manager Cell: 906-362-3337 Office: 225-LAND (5263)

Associate Broker Cell: 906-869-6446 Office: 225-LAND (5263)

540 S. Lakeshore Blvd., Marquette

N2510 Remington Road, Big Bay

96 Acres Bushy Creek Truck Trail, Marquette

Lots 1-5 Golf View Drive, Manistique

This exclusive Founders Landing home offers quality, convenience and beautiful surroundings inside and out. The home was customized and improved using only the finest materials and impresses with impeccable choices in fixtures and decorating. An open floor plans lends to a spacious, bright and cheerful feel with plenty of space for guests and entertaining. From top to bottom every inch of the home is in perfect condition and ready to move right in. $399,000 MLS# 1097790

Enjoy the quiet seclusion of the wilderness with this 50 acre parcel and cabin with a loft. A short walk down the road takes you to the Yellow Dog River and the excellent Trout fishing. Set your maple taps and enjoy the syrup. A large portion of the property is made up of various ages of maple. A mix of aspen, maple, hemlock, spruce, and birch grace the fully wooded 50 acre property. A trail runs throughout the property to allow easy access. $80,000 MLS# 1099786

96 beautiful secluded wooded acres on Bushy Creek Truck Trail perfect for a cabin or off-grid home. Bushy Creek Truck trail is located only 30 minutes from Marquette and less than 10 minutes from Big Bay. Amazing views from atop a bare face mountain ridge, rolling hills throughout, with many fishing and hunting opportunities in the area as well. There is a good mix of timber on the property from Pine, Aspen, Birch, Red Oak, Maple, and other various Northern Hardwoods. $134,900 MLS# 1095689

Lots 1-5 are individually available for sale or to be purchased together as one (MLS# 1097820). Located on the south side of the 14th Fairway of the Indian Lake Golf Course in northern Manistique. Build your dream home in the quiet peaceful surroundings. $9,700 MLS# 1097818

Call Brian Olson Today!

Contact Nathan Brabon

brianolsonrealtor@yahoo.com

nathan.brabon@uprealestatebynathan.com

HOBBY FARM

COUNTRY LIVING CLOSE TO TOWN

HUNTING CAMP

MOUNTAIN TOP HOME

Associate Broker Cell: 906-869-6446 Office: 225-LAND (5263)

Agent Cell: 906-869-8451 Office: 225-LAND (5263)

3147 W Maple Ridge 37th Rd, Rock

610 N Co Rd 519, Wakefield

15001 Co Road DI (Town Hall F) Road, Rock

117 E Sno Dance Drive, Wakefield

Start your own hobby farm or just enjoy the peaceful surroundings with 38 acres and a lovely 5 bedroom, 2 bath home. Only 30 minutes from Escanaba and 45 minutes from Marquette. $184,000 MLS# 1096471

Two bedroom home in Wakefield. The grounds are stunning with nearly 40 acres, a fishing pond that is aerated by the windmill, atv trails, hiking/walking trails, and a location that is close to town yet “out in the country” and near the Porcupine Mountains State Park. $141,000 MLS# 1098653

Hunting camp and 40 acres with thousands of acres of state land to the north and east of this parcel. A buck pole and fenced in bait storage structure are nice features. Take a hot, steamy bath in your plumbed sauna. Drilled well. The camp has a nice covered deck and all furniture in the camp is included as well as a new propane generator lodged in it’s own building, three deer blinds, dog kennel, tools, and all kitchen supplies. Scope in your rifle on the shooting backstop. $79,000 MLS# 1094124

This outstanding home that sits on top of Indianhead Mountain is perfect as a beautiful year round home or your peaceful getaway. Within walking distance to Indianhead Mt Big Snow Ski Resort. With five bedrooms, there is plenty of sleeping room for friends and family. The property is almost an acre and the area is famous for all sorts of recreation and is convenient to Sunday Lake, Lake Gogebic, downhill and cross country skiing, vast snowmobile and ATV trails, thousands of acres of CFA or State Land to hunt, biking, and much more. $175,000 MLS# 1098251

Contact Nathan Brabon

Contact Sue Feldhauser

nathan.brabon@uprealestatebynathan.com

suefeldhauser@sbcglobal.net

Agent Cell: 906-869-8451 Office: 225-LAND (5263)

Agent Cell: 906-360-2891 Office: 225-LAND (5263)

Listings are selling, lets put a SOLD sign in your front yard!

Northern

Michigan

Land Brokers

Bob Sullivan Broker/Owner

Rob Sullivan

Associate Broker, Office Manager

Brian Olson

Associate Broker

Nathan Brabon Agent

Sue Feldhauser Agent

Toll-free 1-866-231-LAND • www.northernmichiganlandbrokers.com • 2552 US 41 West, Marquette