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The Forest City News
Supplement April 19, 2017
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A Simple Spring Cleaning Checklist
(StatePoint) It’s the time of year to roll up your sleeves and do some spring cleaning. Experts point out that it’s helpful to streamline the tools you
use to do the job and the tasks you seek to accomplish.
“An all-purpose cleaner and a tough degreasing agent can be used in so many areas of the home,” says Jeff Devlin, a licensed contractor who’s
appeared on several home improvement television shows. Devlin’s first tip: look to reduce the number of products in your cleaning arsenal. “Along
with high-quality sprays and cloths, I use one all-purpose cleaner that also contains degreasing ingredients.”
Devlin, along with Mean Green and its line of heavy-duty, all-purpose cleaners offer these different strategies for critical areas of your home.
• Stove and range hoods: While you should be cleaning these areas regularly after food preparation, take this opportunity to conduct a more thorough cleaning. Spray cleaner directly on the mess for up to two minutes. Wipe clean with a sponge or cloth. Then rinse thoroughly with clean water.
• Sinks and countertops: Sinks and countertops can be a trap for food, grease, grime and soap scum. Generously spray non-porous surfaces with
your cleaner then rinse with clean water.
• Stove exhaust filter: The grease buildup that collects on the stove’s exhaust filter can be a tough nut to crack. In a sink basin, mix 8 ounces of a
concentrated multi-surface cleaner and 1 gallon of hot water and submerge the filter. Place the filter in a sink or dishpan and pour in concentrated
cleaner to cover. Allow the filter to soak for 30 minutes. Drain the dishpan and rinse thoroughly with hot water.
• Floors: Give your floors a mopping. Mix 4 ounces of cleaning solution with 1 gallon of warm water. Apply with mop or sponge.
• Garbage cans and diaper pails: Bags often leak nastiness into the bottom of the garbage can, which can easily be missed when quickly replacing
the bag. Turn your cleanser’s nozzle to spray and generously cover the can. Wipe or brush any areas that have any residue. Rinse thoroughly with
clean water.
• Showers, tubs and tile: Use your cleaning agent at full strength and generously spray surfaces directly. Allow it to penetrate the soap scum for
up to two minutes. Do not allow to dry. Wipe away with a coarse sponge or cloth. Rinse thoroughly with clean water.
• Toilets: Let’s face it. This isn’t anyone’s favorite job but it has to be done. Turn that nozzle to spray and generously spray the outside of the toilet.
Wipe clean with a paper towel, then give a quick rinse.
• Patio: For patios, outdoor furniture, concrete, vinyl fences and siding, use the same cleaner outdoors: simply spray, then wipe clean with a cloth
or sponge and rinse surfaces with clean water. While you’re at it, consider removing grease and grime from tools, engine parts, tires, sports gear and
lawn equipment.
For efficiency, consider cleaning solutions that don’t require pre-cleaning, such as Mean Green Super Strength Cleaner & Degreaser, the strongest
all-purpose cleaner available. More tips for getting your spring to-dos completed can be found at meangreendegreaser.com.
“Make spring cleaning simple and effective by using smart strategies on every surface of your home,” said Devlin.
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Creative Gardening Tips for the Spring Season
(StatePoint) Gardeners often focus on the science of their hobby: how much water and sunlight their plants need and
how to improve soil quality and keep pests at bay. But there can be a lot of artistry behind the craft as well -- from how
you harvest and enjoy flowers to how you convert unused spaces of your home into a viable indoor edible garden.
Put your creativity to good use this spring season by gardening with style.
Indoor Gardening
For those who don’t have an outdoor garden or yard, the dream of enjoying your own freshly picked fruits and vegetables may seem out of reach. However, the nooks and crannies of your home can be creatively rendered into productive growing zones. And experts say that nearly all homes can support indoor gardening.
“Whatever the size of your home, there will be a selection of edible plants you can grow indoors, as long as you have
some natural daylight filtering in,” says Zia Allaway, author of “Indoor Edible Garden: Creative Ways to Grow Herbs,
Fruit and Vegetables in Your Home.” “The areas where plants will grow can be windowsills, beneath a skylight or even
in a dark, unlit area if you install grow lights.”
In “Indoor Edible Garden,” a highly visual guide full of practical tips and stylish ideas, Allaway offers step-by-step directions for everything from creating suspended shelves and hanging jars for growing herbs to mounting edible orchids
onto bark and displaying them on walls. She points out that those embarking on indoor gardening should first evaluate
the level of time they can commit.
“Just remember that unlike other projects in the home, such as decorating and cooking, all gardening projects require
some aftercare. So, if you have a busy schedule, choose crops that will tolerate less watering and feeding.”
Flower Arranging
While your flower garden is likely a beautiful work of art in and of itself, you can spread the joy by harvesting your
flora and bringing the beauty indoors. Floral arrangements add vitality to any interior space.
“For me, every arrangement starts with the container. Think about what mood or style you want to evoke, and remember, anything can be a container as long as it can be made watertight,” says Rachel Siegfried,” author of “The Flower
Book: Natural Flower Arrangements for Your Home,” which explores 60 flowers, bloom-by-bloom in portraiture, including quick-reference profiles and tips.
Siegfried recommends that, when selecting flowers for your arrangement, pay attention to shapes, textures and colors
to achieve good balance. Start with a primary focal flower and build out with a couple of secondary focals, a final flourish, and foliage.
For her part, she relies on instinct. “I get a ‘buzz’ when I find a good combination,” she says.
From flowering bouquets to spicy pepper plants, apply creativity to your gardening this spring.
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Church dinner
Tues., May 16
The Clifford United Methodist
Church, Main Street, Clifford, will
hold a Chicken-n-Biscuit or Ham Dinner on Tuesday, May 16th from 4:00
to 6:00 pm. Take out or Dine with us.
Donation $8.95 includes dinner, dessert & drink.
Huge yard sale
set for May 27
The Aldenville Baptist Church, Rt.
170 Aldenville, will be holding their
HUGE annual Indoor-Outdoor Rummage Sale and Yard Sale on Saturday
May 27, from 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. We
have a huge variety of low priced good
quality items including, antiques,
household items, furniture, books,
tools, toys and lots more. Bargain
hour, 12:00 – 1:00. There will also be a
bake sale with a large variety of homemade baked goods, refreshments will
also be available. All proceeds benefit
mission outreach projects.
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Geo-Tour of Lack.
Heritage Valley
Members of the Wayne Memorial Hospital Laboratory staff, front row, left to right: Katie
Torquati, Caitlin Mancus, Allison Boogertman. Center row: Annmarie Franco, Liz Dyckman, Theresa Krempasky, Terry Weniger, Diane Chapka, Donna McGinnis, John Romano.
Back row: Carol Kuhn, Crystal Buchanan, Diane Troiani, Robin Rosler, Sam Rodriguez,
Kathy Dustin, Rachel Mizanty, Jessie Peterson. The Lab’s Medical Director is Sibyl Irwin,
MD.
Wayne Memorial Hospital Lab Re-accredited
for “Highest Standard of Care”
Wayne Memorial Hospital’s Laboratory Services once again received national recognition
for its quality of service and standard of care in processing hundreds of thousands of specimens for more than 30 different facilities—including the hospital itself. The Accreditation
Committee of the College of American Pathologists (CAP) awarded the WMH Lab a twoyear accreditation certificate after a rigorous on-site examination of the lab’s records, quality
control procedures, staff qualifications, equipment, safety programs and record, and overall
management.
“Our Laboratory Services team deserves all the accolades this re-accreditation implies,”
said Laboratory Manager John Romano. “Day in, day out they perform exceptional service.
Their number-one priority is quality results for our patients and clients.”
The certification is particularly rewarding in view of the fact that, according to CAP, the
U.S. federal government recognizes the CAP accreditation program, begun in the early
1960s, as being equal-to or more-stringent-than the government’s own inspection program.
“To say our Lab staff is outstanding is an under-statement,” said David Hoff, WMH CEO.
“We are very proud of their work and thank them for continuing to aim for the highest standards in patient care.”
The CAP accreditation process covers every department-- from pathology and cytology
to chemistry, blood bank services, hematology, immunology and services such as bed-side
blood draws. CAP’s goal is to improve patient safety by advancing the quality of pathology
and laboratory services through education, standard setting, and ensuring laboratories meet
Italian lunch at
Christ Church
Sat., May 27
The Stone Soup Kitchen at Christ
Episcopal Church will hold a free community Italian luncheon at the church,
corner of Delaware & Dundaff Streets,
Forest City, on Sat., May 27, from noon
to 1:30 p.m.
Bring your family and friends and
share a hearty lunch and a wonderful
camaraderie! Menu will include spaghetti & meatballs, salad, bread & butter, dessert and beverages.
Pork dinner at
Christ Church
Sat., May 13
The annual spring pork dinner will be
held at Christ Episcopal Church, 700 Delaware St., Forest City, on Sat., May 13, with
take-outs from 3:30-4:30 p.m. and dine-in 5
to 7 p.m. Served family style. Donation is
$12.
People of all ages will have a chance to explore some of Scranton’s most treasured historic sites as part of a new program this spring: Piecing Together the Past: A
Geo-Tour of Historic Sites in the Lackawanna Heritage Valley.
Created by Lackawanna Heritage Valley National and State Heritage Area (LHV)
and Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS), Piecing Together the Past takes participants on a self-guided, geo-caching hunt of 12 historic sites in Scranton. The program
launches at Steamtown NHS on
April 15 in conjunction with National Park
Week. It’s educational, fun and free!
Here’s how it works:
• Pick up an official Piecing Together the Past starter pack at the ticket booth at
Steamtown NHS, located at Lackawanna Avenue and Cliff Street in Scranton.
• Visit geocaching.com for participating historic site coordinates.
• Explore each site in search of caches containing puzzle pieces. Some caches will be
hidden indoors; others will be concealed outdoors.
• Collect all 12 pieces and show the finished puzzle to officials at Steamtown NHS
to redeem a prize!
There is no fee to participate in Piecing Together the Past, and the program will continue while supplies last. For more information on the program, visit lhva.org or call
Steamtown NHS at 570.340.5200. To learn more about geo-caching, visit geocaching.
com. For information on National Park Week, visit https://www.nps.gov/findapark/
national-park-week.htm.
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3rd Annual
Cruzin’ 2 B’dale
Sat., June 3
The Browndale Fire Company
No.1 is excited to invite local vendors to exhibit at the 3rd Annual
Cruzin’2 Browndale Car Show
benefiting the fire company to be
held on Saturday, June 3, 2017, beginning at 11 AM with food, music, raffles, and more until 5 PM
at the Browndale Fire Company
grounds, Route 247, 620 Marion
Street.
We are still accepting crafters,
vendors and swap meet applicants
as well as car show registrations
but space is getting limited so contact us to register now!
For more information please
check us out on Facebook: Cruzin’2
Browndale or email us at: [email protected] or phone us at
(570) 785-5300. We thank you in
advance for your support!
Buying a Lawn Mower? Here’s What You Need to Know
(StatePoint) Curb appeal all begins with a beautiful lawn. When it comes to making a great impression, your effort is
just one part of the equation. The quality of your equipment can play a major role, too.
Experts say that by choosing a mower based on the type and size of your yard, a beautiful lawn can be much easier to
achieve, saving you time, so you can quickly get back to doing the things you love.
“Mower technology has changed a lot in the last few years, so if you are not sure what’s right for your lawn, take advantage of your local dealer’s expertise,” says Jamie Briggs, product manager at Exmark, a leading mower manufacturer.
“They can be a valuable resource when it comes to purchasing the right mower.”
Briggs identifies several factors that can help you purchase a new mower with confidence.
Your Space
How do you use your yard? If the space is populated by fixtures like lawn furniture, a play area for kids, a garden or
bird feeders, maneuverability should be a top priority. Models that allow you to mow close to lawn features, such as
zero-turn riders, can minimize time spent trimming.
The size of your property should also be considered. If your lawn is a half-acre or less, a walk-behind mower typically
makes the most sense. Those with larger properties should consider a zero-turn riding mower, which can reduce the time
and effort required to maintain a beautiful lawn.
Cost
How much can you afford to spend on your new mower? Keep in mind that financing options may be available
through local dealers, which can make a higher quality mower an option for you.
Powering Up
Know your preferred fuel type. For reduced environmental impact, propane-powered mowers are a good option, as
they help reduce emissions by up to 25 percent when compared to gasoline. Due to the widespread availability of gasoline, gas-powered mowers are also a good option.
A growing number of landscape professionals looking to increase fuel economy and optimize performance for their
mowing conditions are choosing engines with electronic fuel injection (EFI). And since diesel fuel is often readily available on-site, farm and ranch owners are considering diesel-powered mowers.
Be Savvy
Use free online resources to help you determine the right mower for your lawn, and find the best local dealer to work
with. You can filter mower searches based on such criteria as fuel type, cutting deck size, price and payment options. Visit
Exmark.com to start your search, and for more lawn care and maintenance tips, visit blog.exmark.com.
Save time and energy on lawn maintenance for years to come by choosing the right mower for your yard’s specific
features. A little research up-front can help you be confident in your purchase for years to come.
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Volunteers cut down Aspen
trees creating better habitat
D.G.’s Bar
923 Main St., Forest City
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Hrs: Mon. - Sat. 10 am til 11 pm (or later)
Sun. 11 am til 11pm
Pagash EVERY Friday
Nascar Specials all summer
If you buy something on Amazon.com., and even on other online websites,
you’re not necessarily buying directly from Amazon.com. or on other popular
online websites like Walmart.com. AARP Fraud Watch Network helpline recently worked with a buyer who was scammed by a third party seller on Amazon.com. She ultimately got her money back, but she could have saved herself
substantial time and efforts had she been armed with the following tips from
AARP Fraud Watch Network.
In addition to selling you products from its store, many retail giants also connect buyers to a wide array of third party sellers. Many, if not most, are likely
legitimate sellers, but beware that scammers are lurking in the marketplace.
The scammer will try to get you to make your purchase outside of the normal
retail website process.
Only pay for items you are considering through the retail giant’s website and
not the seller’s separate website.
Read reviews. If a seller has tried to scam someone, chances are good its reviews will reflect that. If you run into trouble with a third party seller on Amazon.com, you can make use of the Amazon A-to-Z Guarantee, which guarantees
purchases from third party sellers when payment is made on the Amazon.com
website.
Many times you cannot simply make a return through the website. You have
to make the return thru the reseller who will charge you a large restocking
charge so that, if you add the return postage, you might as well just discard the
item.
This advice should not be construed as an endorsement of any product or service or website but rather as a series of general tips to ensure financial security
when using a retail service that may be familiar to all Americans.
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A working field day for habitat improvement was held on Sat., Feb. 4th,
on Pennsylvania State Game Lands (SGL) 219 near the town of Little Meadows. Volunteers on the aspen tree cutting field day were from: the Susquehanna branch of Quality Deer Management Association (QDMA), The Wilson F.
Moore Memorial chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF),
The Ruffed Grouse Society (RGS) Northeast Pa., The Wazneski brothers from
Maine, NY and Wilkes Barre, Pa. and two professionals from the Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC), Land Manager Phil Kasper and Food and Cover
Corp Foreman Darren Pettyjohn. Mike Koneski President of the Susquehanna
branch of QDMA remarked that, “We cut mostly aspen trees for five hours.
There are now a lot of trees on the ground which will bring food and cover down
to an area where almost all of the wildlife can make use of it. We believe that
we cut and thinned 3+ acres of woods. It should also be noted that the regular
two man crew from the PGC Food and Cover Corps for SGL 219 will continue
to work on this project area, creating even more habitat!”
School Dances
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United Way Announces $6,300
Scholarship for graduating senior
The United Way of Lackawanna and Wayne Counties is pleased to announce the availability of the 2017 Mike Munchak Community Services Scholarship to
assist high school seniors from Lackawanna or Wayne Counties, PA who plan to continue their education at an accredited university, college, or trade school in a
two or four year degree program. If selected, the 2017 recipient will receive a one-year award of $6,300 to commemorate Mike’s #63, retired by the Houston Oilers.
Funding for the award comes from proceeds of the Mike Munchak Charity Golf Classic and will be presented at this year’s 22nd annual tournament, slated for
June 26th at the Country Club of Scranton.
A 2001 enshrinee in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Mr. Munchak’s career has earned him accolades as both a player and a coach, currently serving as the offensive line coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Yet, it is his work off the field that led to a scholarship program being established by the United Way to honor his
long-standing commitment to his hometown of Scranton and the people of the area.
“Wherever Mike’s football career has taken him – from Scranton to State College to Houston, Nashville, Canton and Pittsburgh – he has remained committed
to the people of our community,” said Gary Drapek, president of the United Way of Lackawanna and Wayne Counties.
To be eligible for the scholarship, candidates must be actively involved in community service activities within programs/agencies receiving funds from the
United Way of Lackawanna and Wayne Counties, be full-time residents and/or students of a school district within Lackawanna or Wayne Counties, and be accepted by an accredited university, college or trade school, in a two or four year degree program track, for the 2017/18 school year.
Additional requirements include academic achievement, agency recommendation and a track record of community service.
Last year’s recipient was Collin Cooper, a 2016 graduate of Lakeland Jr/Sr High School. Mr. Cooper has been an active volunteer with Meals on Wheels and is
currently studying Business Management at Campbell University. Past recipients of this scholarship include Alison Barrett, a graduate of Scranton High School
and volunteer with St. Joseph’s Center and the United Way’s Youth Day of Caring; Joseph M. Gigliotti and Philip Mosolino, both graduates of Carbondale Area
High School and active volunteers with the Greater Carbondale YMCA and Sarah Wagner, a graduate of Holy Cross High School and volunteer with United
Cerebral Palsy of NEPA.
To be considered, completed applications must be postmarked or submitted online no later than March 31, 2017. A complete listing of eligibility requirements
and the application are available for download or online submission at www.uwlc.net or by calling Frank Kincel at the United Way (570) 343-1267 x233.
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Septic system repair or replacement funds available
The Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) has teamed with the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) and the Pennsylvania
Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to offer this special funding program. Assistance is available to eligible homeowners who need to repair or replace
their individual on-lot septic system OR to connect for the first time to a public sewer system. Program highlights are summarized below.
Benefits to You
Receive an attractive rate for this vital home improvement.
No prepayment penalty if the loan is paid off early.
Eliminate worries about your septic system when you sell your home.
Improve the environmental health of your property.
Avoid or respond to citations from your municipality.
Loan Terms
Interest rate of 1.75%, as of 1/1/2016.
Terms up to 20 years (up to 15 years for manufactured homes).
Maximum loan amount is $25,000.
Loan origination charges apply.
Loans will be secured by a mortgage on the borrower’s home.
Lien Position: the PENNVEST loan must be in first or second lien position unless the loan amount is less than $7,500 OR the existing first and second liens were
originated at purchase for the purpose of buying the home. Third lien position is permitted in these circumstances.
Loans may be assumable by or simultaneously originated for qualified borrowers receiving a PHFA purchase money mortgage, with PHFA’s pre-approval.
Eligibility
No restrictions on household income as of 1/20/2016.
Borrowers will be underwritten to determine ability to repay the loan.
Borrowers must be PA residents seeking to improve their primary residence which meets program requirements.
Project Location: for on-lot septic repair, all areas of PA are eligible unless a public wastewater collection and treatment system is either in place or will be constructed in the next five years. For first-time sewer connections, any area of PA is eligible.
Allowable Project Types: rehabilitation, improvement, repair, or replacement of an existing septic system or a first-time connection to a public sewer.
Financeable Project Costs: system design charges, construction fees and costs, inspection, and permit fees, connection fees (also known as “tap-in fees”), and
most loan origination fees.
Two unit dwellings deeded as one property are eligible unless the residence is a manufactured home, then one unit only.
Documentation: applicants must gather and provide for lender and PHFA review, all income and credit information, applicable permits, project specifications,
connection fees for sewer connections, or, if you are replacing or repairing an on-lot septic system, verification from your local municipality that a wastewater
disposal system neither exists nor is planned in the next five years. Additional information supporting the loan application may also be requested.
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Outdoor Enthusiasts: Tips
to Prevent Bites and Burns
(StatePoint) Nearly half of all Americans participate in at least one outdoor
activity each year, according to statistics from the Outdoor Foundation. And
while many of those exercising outdoors take necessary precautions to reduce
their risk for injury, they are not always as dedicated to skin protection.
“It’s ironic that protecting exposed skin is overlooked by so many outdoor
enthusiasts otherwise committed to their health and wellness,” says Brevard,
Florida-based dermatologist, Dr. Richard C. Kirkpatrick.
During the long days of summer, outdoor enthusiasts should take the following steps to avoid bites, burns and more.
Mosquito Protection
Mosquito bites are not just a nuisance; they are associated with Dengue Fever,
Zika, West Nile and Chikungunya viruses. Ward off itch, discomfort and more
serious threats by avoiding standing water whenever possible, and dressing in
loose long sleeves and pants.
Use a DEET-free repellent such as BullFrog Mosquito Coast, which repels
mosquitoes for up to eight hours. The formula is a particularly good option for
outdoor enthusiasts. Unlike DEET formulations, there is no need to wash it off
when returning indoors. Different from repellent alone, it also offers SPF 30 sun
protection, so you can pack light when you’re on the move.
Sun Protection
One in five Americans will develop skin cancer in the course of a lifetime, and
men ages 15 to 39 are 55 percent more likely to die of melanoma than women in
the same age group. However, a recent survey from Bullfrog Sunscreen found
that while 85 percent of male outdoor sports enthusiasts ages 18 to 54 claim
their prime motivation for engaging in outdoor sports is “health and wellness,”
two in 10 respondents do not use sunscreen at all. Of the remaining 80 percent
who said they do use sunscreen, 56 percent use it only occasionally.
Those spending time outdoors should wear a hat and apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen 15 minutes before going outside, and then reapply at least every
two hours or after swimming, sweating and immediately after towel drying. A
breathable, sweat-resistant formula like BullFrog Land Sport is ideal for tennis,
golf and other land sports, while an advanced water-resistant formula should
be used for swimming and other water sports.
More skin safety tips can be found at BullFrogSunscreen.com.
While the warmer months are a great time for all your favorite outdoor activities, from hiking to swimming to camping, this time of year comes with its own
health hazards. Luckily, there are many steps you can take to protect skin.
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FCR High School Art Contest
Emily Kelleher - 9th
Sam Rulis - 11th
Emily Kelleher - 9th
Kaitlyn Hentschel - 9th
Caitlyn Bonham - 12th
Sarah McHale - 11th
Jessica Notari - 10th
Gary Druhl - 9th
Kary Gillette - 10th
Kary Gillete - 10th
Kary Gillette - 10th
Kendra Bendyk - 12th
Kara Kelly - 9th
Emily Kelleher - 9th
Kara Kelly - 9th
Kendra Karwan - 9th
FCR Elementary School Art Contest
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Leia Mitchell - 1st
Alyssa Cahoon - 6th
Randi Ewain - 5th
Emma Goble - 6th
Michael Lesjack - K
Mya Williams - K
Ashley Bossick - 4th
Hayden Haggerty - K
Bella Sloan - 3rd
Wyatt Reynolds - 2nd
Kayleigh Graham - 4th
Joslin Hogan - 3rd
Magdalyn Lipko - 1st
Grace Lane - 3rd
Brooke Hughes - 5th
Evan Burns - 4th
Jeremiah Burleigh - 1st
Aidan Farley - 3rd
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Natural Tips to Beat Seasonal Respiratory Health Challenges
(StatePoint) Spring and summer can be particularly difficult times of year for those with respiratory health challenges, when simple activities like gardening, walking the dog and reading
a book on the patio can cause itching, wheezing, sneezing and trouble breathing.
“It is all about improving one’s immune function in response to environmental factors, which can mean the difference between perpetual discomfort and a happy, vital spring and summer,” says Kelly Heim, PhD, senior director of Scientific Affairs at Pure Encapsulations, a leading manufacturer of dietary supplements.
Whether you are looking to make your garden the envy of the neighborhood, or you simply want to stay active and comfortable while enjoying the outdoors,
consider the following treatments and tips.
Something Sweet
Honey isn’t just delicious; it can be therapeutic, potentially helping you to alleviate seasonal symptoms. However, it is important you select honey produced in
your local area for this strategy to work. You should also know that this immunotherapeutic approach won’t protect against all the causes of respiratory health
challenges.
Dietary Supplements
Your nutritional intake can have a large impact on the way you feel in spring. Consider a dietary supplement designed to support both innate and adaptive
immune response. For example, Pure Encapsulations Aller-Essentials with EpiCor contains a blend of nutrients and herbal extracts designed to promote healthy
immune function in response to environmental factors.
Research suggests that it enhances natural killer cell activation, B cell and T cell function, and salivary IgA levels; and that the quercetin, hesperidin and vitamin
C in the supplement provide additional support for stabilizing mast cells which can release histamines and exacerbate respiratory issues. More information can
be found at PureEncapsulations.com/alleressentials.
Practical Considerations
While building up your immune response is crucial in the battle against respiratory problems, you can make your home a healthy oasis with a few practical
considerations. Create a makeshift mudroom or landing zone in your foyer. Remove shoes and outer layers when you get home, and ask your guests to do the
same upon arrival.
Keep your bedroom particularly protected from the outdoors, for example, don’t toss the same jeans and clothing that have been on a picnic blanket on your
bedspread. Wash your hair in the evening before going to sleep, particularly after a day in the garden, and remember to change and launder your pillows and
linens regularly.
Ask a Doctor
When it comes to health, there is no one-size-fits all solution. Talk with your health care provider, who can help you pinpoint the exact source of your suffering,
in order to determine the best treatment options for you.
With a few lifestyle changes, you can look forward to a season of breathing easy.
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Hi-Tunnel Grows Fresh Greens in February/March
Where do you find fresh salad greens being grown in the Montrose area,
during the winter, without some type of man-made heat aids? In a high tunnel on the Carlton Farm on the west side of the Borough of Montrose. Carlton Farms had an Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) contract
with the local USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) office,
in Montrose, to install this high tunnel during the spring of 2016.
Bob Wagner, NRCS Soil Conservation Technician for several counties in
Northeast Pennsylvania explained that “... high tunnels are designed to help
extend the growing season of various crops that different landowners may
be growing. USDA NRCS involvement is to support farming operations in
their efforts to extend the growing season of high value crops but also to
provide the operations an opportunity to bring in more income. Hi-Tunnels
differ from greenhouses in that one of the EQIP contract requirements is that
the crop inside the greenhouse must be grown in the ground so that there
can be a comparison of that inside crop to the same type of a crop being
grown outside the tunnel. High tunnels also cannot have heating systems,
however they do have some types of ventilation systems.”
Jennifer Clifford, farm operations manager for Carlton Farms invited two US Dept. of Agriculture NRCS employees, John Benscoter NRCS National Older Worker Corp Technician and Bob Wagner NRCS Soil Conservation Tech. in to look at the operation. Ms. Clifford explained that, “…
this is our first winter experiment and we have been very pleasantly surprised at how well the greens are growing, especially when you consider that
the only heat source is the sun. There is no auxiliary heating source at night.” The mid-winter outside temperature hovered around 22 degrees on a
partly sunny and windy on the day the NRCS men came out to the farm. The high tunnel inside temperature were 50+ degree temperatures which
pleasantly surprised both men. More surprising were the greens (several types of lettuce and arugula) and rye cover crop that were growing on the
ground inside the tunnel. Wagner noted that “... the greens were dark green, healthy looking and were very tasty. The growing plants were an excellent example of how a high tunnel can work in the winter let alone other seasons of the year.”
Information about high tunnels and other USDA NRCS programs and technical assistance can be received by calling NRCS District Conservationist Ain welmon at the Montrose Field office at 570-278-1011, ext. 103.
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Craft Corner
From Country Living Magazine
Can itty-bitty succulent planters get any cuter? Yes, when you realize they’re
made of plastic Easter eggs. That’s right: We were inspired by A Kailo Chic
Life’s clever idea to craft pretty little pots that are perfectly springy—yet look
adorable for any time of the year, really.
Supplies
Plastic Easter eggs
Gold leaf marker
Hot glue gun (and wooden dowel if necessary)
Hexagon tile
Potting soil
Succulents
Instructions
Remove the top half of a plastic Easter egg and discard or save for another
project.
Paint the rim of the bottom half using a gold leaf marker.
Use a hot glue gun to fill the holes on the inside of the egg bottom (you may
need to use a wooden dowel to apply the glue if the gun won’t fit inside the
egg).
Hot glue the egg bottom to a hexagon tile.
Fill with potting soil and a succulent.
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Healthy Kids Day
Healthy Kids Day will be held on
Saturday, April 22, 2017 immediately
following the race.
Healthy Kids Day is a national event
that promotes healthy habits for the
youth of America.
At the Greater Carbondale YMCA
we will be adding in inflatables, live
entertainment, health professionals,
carnival games, open swim and much
more!
The event will start at 11:00am.
More importantly, come have fun
for FREE with your friends.
LACE UP
YOUR SNEAKERS!
Get ready to join in all the fun at
the 23rd Annual Fred Ciotti Memorial Race Saturday, April 22, 2017: 5K
Run/Walk, NEP 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk,
1/2 Mile Walk. Registration will begin
at 7:30 am with all 3 races starting at
9:30 am. Preregistration packets can be
picked up at the Pasta Dinner on Friday, April 21 between 6-8 pm. Join us
the night before the race for the pasta
dinner at the Y! $8 donation 6-8pm
All proceeds benefit the A-Team.
From Clogs to Backups: 3 Simple DIY Plumbing Fixes
(StatePoint) If the idea of doing-it-yourself where plumbing is concerned
sounds intimidating, fear not. There are many simple fixes to common plumbing problems that just about anyone can take care of without professional assistance. More importantly, performing these simple maintenance tasks as they
are needed can prevent larger problems from occurring.
Not sure where to start? Try these quick plumbing tips from Jeff Devlin, a
licensed contractor who’s appeared on several TV home improvement shows.
• Hair clogs: If you are accustomed to calling the plumber or snaking the
drain when your tub is clogged, consider a simpler solution. Hair clog removers, available at your local hardware store or supercenter, are formulated with
specific ingredients that work to dissolve hair and clear a drain on contact. For
example, Roto-Rooter Hair Clog Remover works up to five times faster than
other brands because it has 25 percent more hair dissolving ingredients.
You can also help slow down the forming of new clogs by ensuring all of your
drains have strainers to catch hairs and other debris.
• Kitchen clogs: Grease, soap and food can get trapped in kitchen sinks -- it
happens in every home sooner or later. The easiest way to clear these tough
clogs is to use a solution designed specifically to cut through grease and food
and open up a drain. Use 16 oz of a solution like Roto-Rooter’s Gel Clog Remover and wait about 10 minutes before flushing with water.
While a great clog remover can do wonders, you should try to dispose of
larger amounts of grease in the garbage. Keep this in mind next time you are
deep frying dinner!
• Septic backups: If you have a septic system, know that anything poured
down any drain in your home will end up in the tank. So it’s very important
to keep that system healthy. A septic system is not unlike the human digestive
system -- it contains bacteria and enzymes which help to eliminate waste. However, sometimes the good bacteria and enzymes get destroyed by the things
that get dumped into drains.
Just as you can add a probiotic to your personal digestive system to keep
things in balance, in a septic system you can maintain balance by adding a septic treatment to your toilet. To avoid costly and messy backups, do this quick
task once a month.
“Performing simple routine maintenance can save you time, money and a
headache down the line,” says Devlin.
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Favorite Spring Recipes
Cheeseburger Sliders
Cheesy Caramelized Onion Dip
Ingredients
Ingredients
2 pounds ground beef
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons pepper
2 teaspoons garlic powder
½ white onion, diced
6 slices cheddar
12-pack of dinner rolls or Hawaiian sweet rolls
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Directions
Preheat oven to 350°F/175°C.
Combine the beef, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in
a 9×13 baking tray, mixing thoroughly and pressing it
in a flat, even layer.
Bake for 20 minutes.
Set aside the cooked beef and drain the liquid.
Slice the rolls in half lengthwise.
Place the bottom half on the same 9×13 baking tray.
Place the cooked beef layer on the rolls, followed by
the onions and cheddar.
Place the remaining half of the rolls on top.
Brush the top of the rolls with the butter and sprinkle the sesame seeds on top.
Bake for 20 minutes.
Slice, then serve!
Mini Calzones
Ingredients
Pillsbury Grand Biscuits
pizza sauce
cheese
pizza toppings of your choosing
Directions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
Pop open your biscuits, spread out the biscuits so
they are thinner.
Add sauce, cheese, and toppings.
4.Fold over, and pinch closed and bake on a greased
baking sheet for 12 minutes or until golden
1/2 lb. bacon
1 tbsp. butter
2 large onions, thinly sliced
8 oz. cream cheese, softened
1 c. sour cream
1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. garlic powder
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 c. shredded Gruyère
1 c. shredded mozzarella
Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Toasted baguette slices, for serving
Directions
Preheat oven to 350°.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until
crispy. Drain bacon and set aside,
reserving about 1 tablespoon of fat in the pan.
Melt butter in the same pan. Add onions and cook
until soft and golden, about 10 minutes.
In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream,
Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder.
Beat with a hand mixer until light and fluffy, then
season with salt and pepper. Fold in cheeses,
crumbled bacon and onions.
Transfer to a small baking dish and
bake until bubbly, about 20 minutes.
Garnish with parsley and serve
warm with bread for dipping.
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Morning Glory Zucchini Bread Garden-to-Table Tips for Growing
Adapted from Morning Glory Farm and the Family That Feeds an Island
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cooking Time: 1 hour
Servings: 2 loaves
2 to 2 ½ cups shredded zucchini
1 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
1 tsp vanilla (A little extra doesn’t hurt)
2 cups sugar (This seemed like a lot to me, so I substituted with ¾ cup granulated sugar and ¾ cup light brown sugar)
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
¼ tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon (Again, don’t be afraid to go overboard with this one)
(1.) Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Spray two 9” x 5” bread pans with nonstick
spray.
(2.) In a large mixing bowl, combine zucchini, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Mix thoroughly.
(3.) Beat sugar into mix until it is thoroughly creamed.
(4.) Once liquids and sugar are well mixed, add flour, baking soda, baking
powder, salt, and cinnamon. Mix until batter is well blended and even in texture. The batter should be smooth, outside the zucchini shreds. It it’s not, add a
little juice from the zucchini.
(5.) Pour batter evenly into pans.
(6.) Bake for approximately 1 hour, or until bread is brown and springs back
when gently pressed in the middle.
FRESH MINT CHIP ICE CREAM
Makes 1 generous pint
Ingredients
2½ cups heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
2 cups fresh mint leaves (Silverman recommends spearmint)
1 cup sugar
5 large egg yolks
Pinch sea salt
3 Tbsp cacao nibs
Instructions
In a large saucepan, heat the cream, milk, mint, and sugar over medium heat,
stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer, then remove from heat and cover.
Steep for at least 20 minutes and up to several hours, tasting until flavor has
infused to your liking.
In a medium bowl, whisk together yolks and salt.
Slowly ladle in about a half cup of the hot milk mixture, whisking constantly
to prevent the eggs from cooking.
Still whisking, slowly stir the egg mixture back into the saucepan.
Return to the pan and cook over low heat until the mixture lightly coats a
spoon, about 5 minutes. (A finger drawn across the spoon should leave a clear
path.) Don’t let the custard boil or it will curdle!
Strain into a clean bowl and cool in an ice water bath, stirring occasionally to
prevent a skin from forming.
Process in an ice cream maker, adding the cacao nibs during the last minute.
Transfer to an airtight container and freeze until firm, at least 3 hours or overnight.
And Cooking Your Own Produce
(StatePoint) Nearly 50 percent of fresh fruits and 20 percent of fresh vegetables in the US are imported, according to FoodSafety.gov. This means that your
food traveled long distances to get to your plate. To better enjoy fruits and vegetables, many families are now growing their own at home.
Want to know exactly where your food is coming from and have the freshest
possible flavors within arm’s reach? Bring “farm-to-table” dining into your everyday life by creating your own garden. Follow these tips to grow and harvest
fruits, veggies and herbs at peak ripeness to enjoy in simple, healthful meals.
Room to Grow
When starting a garden, it’s important to have a plan. Find a spacious area
with plenty of sunlight to help plants take root and flourish -- whether that’s in
your backyard or a nearby community garden. For cooler climates, raised garden beds are highly recommended. These allow fruits and vegetables the space
needed to expand their roots and hold in water. For hot, arid climates, create an
in-ground garden, as it holds in moisture better, requiring less irrigation.
Selecting what to grow is your next challenge. Herb gardens are perfect for
those with limited experience or limited space. Herbs like basil, cilantro and
chives are easy to maintain. Most herbs can withstand changing climates, meaning you can cook with fresh herbs year-round, adding them to nearly any meal
to increase depths of flavor and allow you to “play” with your food.
Farm with Flavor
Having access to a variety of fresh produce lets you expand your menu at
home while keeping it healthy. Many items found in simple salads, like carrots, tomatoes, radishes, lettuce and other leafy greens are considered “beginner crops.” Certain berries are also easy to cultivate. If you’ve ever tasted a ripe,
just-picked strawberry or a fresh, juicy tomato, you’ll know that it’s worth the
effort to grow these items yourself!
Mix it Up
Having a high-quality blender, like the Vitamix A3500, can make transforming your harvest into vibrant meals easy. Vitamix machines can be used to chop,
purée or juice any ingredients that may come from your budding garden.
Put new spins on old family recipes. Next time your kids ask for spaghetti
and meatballs, try Spaghetti with Roasted Vegetable Sauce. Made with fresh,
garden ingredients, including Roma tomatoes, carrots and fresh basil leaves,
this robust sauce will become a staple in your weekly meal rotation. You might
even want to try it on top of spaghetti squash or zucchini noodles to take advantage of more nutritious, fresh-grown produce. Try something new and create Sweet Potato Soup with Seared Tomatillos using fresh jalapenos, poblanos
and tomatillos from your garden. Or dress up a less-than-exciting salad with a
brightly flavored Strawberry Vinaigrette, using fresh strawberries and herbs.
Growing greens (plus reds, yellows, oranges, purples and blues) gives you
peace of mind in knowing exactly where your meals come from, and the pride
of nurturing something wholesome.
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NWTF banquet chairman
Announces banquet date
Home Heating
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Forest City, PA
Al Hickok, the new Banquet Chairman announced that, “The 32nd Annual
‘Save the Habitat Save the Hunt’ Banquet for the Wilson F. Moore Memorial
Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) is scheduled for June
3, 2017. The event will be held on Saturday, June 3rd at Ayres-Stone Veterans
of Foreign Wars Post 5642, 1 mile East of Montrose on State Route 706. Doors
open at 5:00pm.”
Mr. Hickok further stated that, “This banquet has always been known for the
good food, fun, fellowship and fundraising. This will be my first banquet as
the Chairman and I will be following in the footsteps of several excellent past
chairmen: Rusty Ely, Jack Sorber and Dave Wilcox. I want you all to know that
Rusty Ely, as our most recent banquet chairman, did a stellar job. He was smart
and he liked people which made it easier for him to talk to you, no matter who
you were. I have big shoes to fill! So come early to relax, tell us some of your
favorite hunting stories or a special moment that you had with Rusty. Enjoy
the social hour before sitting down for a delicious meal. There will also be the
live auction, silent auction and game raffles. At the current time there will be 5
shotguns, 2 pistols and 8 rifles on the games and raffles.”
Mr. Hickok is a current Board of Director member of the Wilson F. Moore
Memorial Chapter became part of the NWTF through his meeting with Rusty
and deer/turkey hunting with him out in “The Hood”. “The Hood” is located in
Watrous Corners SE of Montrose.
Banquet, Super bonus and sponsor tickets can be purchased at Montrose
Sporting Goods, Andres & Son, Inc. (see Tom Norville and/or Dave Spence)
and from individuals: Al Hickok 609-529-7526; Dave Wilcox 570-436-3610; Ace
Cuevas 570-396-5033; Jack Sorber 570-623-2105; Bob Wagner 570-278-9363.
For more information, contact Al Hickok 609-529-7526, Wilson F. Moore Memorial Chapter Board member. - Article submitted by Bob Wagner
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The Browndale Fire Company would like to thank you
for supporting us for the past 104 years.
Please join us at:
*3rd Annual Car Show on
Saturday, June 3rd, at the fire
company grounds.
*Gun Raffle/Cash tickets will
be on sale in June. *November
12th will be Fall chicken BBQ.
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4 New Technologies to Help You
Protect and Appreciate Nature
(StatePoint) The possibilities of new technology to improve the world are
seemingly boundless. And these days, the state-of-the-art can help you protect
and appreciate nature in your daily life.
Here are a few new eco-conscious technologies helping people go green and
get outdoors.
Smart Home
From thermostats that can be controlled remotely to water heaters that alert
your smartphone or tablet when a leak is detected, smart home technology can
help you get a handle on your carbon footprint. Today, consumers are using
this technology to program lights to dim, window treatments to open and close,
and more -- in an effort to save energy. For simplicity and ease, consider a system allowing you to control many appliances via one platform.
Smart Outdoor Watch
Get outside to hike, cycle, fish, walk and appreciate the earth’s beauty. Whether you’re on a nature walk with your family in a local park, or biking to work
instead of driving, free up your hands with a smart outdoor watch designed to
help guide you on your path. One example, the new WSD-F20 from Casio, has
a rugged build and is equipped with GPS and new color map functionality that
can be used offline. With its Location Memory app, customize maps with markers and text, so you can revisit otherwise unmarked spots, such as a great viewpoint on a hike or the perfect fishing spot. Features like a compass, altimeter,
barometer, weather radar and water-resistance, can give outdoor enthusiasts an
extra edge on their next adventure.
Nature at Your Fingertips
Leave the field guides and journals at home. New mobile apps, such as Birds
Pro can help you identify species. Other apps, such as iNaturalist allow you
to log your journey, uploading photos and information about flora and fauna
sightings seen on the trail.
Green Your Data Projection
Whether it’s in the classroom, the boardroom or the living room, consider
going green when shopping for a projector. For instance, the lineup of LampFree projectors from Casio lessens the hazardous waste from the hundreds of
thousands of mercury lamps that get deposited into landfills annually. Plus, its
hybrid light source uses both a laser and a LED, and has a lifespan of approximately 20,000 hours, using about half the electricity consumption of a mercury
lamp projector.
From improving your energy efficiency at home to exploring the great outdoors, new technology can improve your relationship with the natural world
around you.
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Provides early spring feeding. Contains no phosphorus. Active ingredient: 1.22% Pendimethalin.
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Scotts LawnPro Weed And Feed 26-0-3
lawn Pro Weed And Feed 26-0-3 can be applied anytime weeds are actively growing. Controls most common broadleaf weeds.
Provides late spring feeding. Contains no phosphorus. Active ingredients: 1.18% 2,4-D, .59% Mecoprop-p.
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15,000 sq. ft.
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5,000 Sq Ft -
Classic Gardener's Watering Can
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15,000 Sq Ft -
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SCOTTS EZ SEED
Scotts EZ Seed Patch & Repair Sun and Shade
Scotts EZ Seed Patch and Repair Sun and Shade grows anywhere, with proper care, guaranteed! New and
improved formula reduces seed wash-away. For sunny, densely shaded, or high traffic areas. Grows 2x thicker
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Tire Cord Reinforced Hose
Made in USA. Hose length 50 ft. All brass full flow couplings. Tough cover resists
weather. Reinforced three ply construction: Knitted nylon, one ply tube and vinyl
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Flexon Hose 5/8X50 -
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Male hose threaded front for attaching accessories Polymer valve assembly with fixed nut. Holdopen clip for continuous spraying. Self-adjusting "duck" packing for the ultimate leak proof seal.
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MoleMax® Granules
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Garden Weed Preventer
Mole and vole repellent granules and bulb protector. Repel moles, voles, gophers,
rabbits, armadillos, skunks ..... in lawns, flower beds, gardens .... Clean, dustless,
biodegradable granules are safe for use around children, plants and pets. 1 lb.
treats 500 sq. ft. and lasts up to 3 months. Contains Rucinus Communis Oil.
The flower and garden weed preventer. Proven effective with 180 varieties of
bulbs, flowers, roses, shrubs, trees and vegetables. Stops weeds before they
start. Apply just once and enjoy weed-free gardens for up to 14 weeks. Ready to
use granular form requires no measuring or mixing. Contains 1.47% Trifiuralin.
5,000 Sq Ft -
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$16.99 2,500 Sq Ft $11.99
All Seasons Horticultural Spray Oil – Organic
A superior type paraffinic oil that may be used as a growing season spray, dormant spray (no leaves) or delayed
dormant (green tip) spray to control over wintering eggs of red spiders, scale insects, aphids, bud moths, leaf
roller, red bug, codling moth, blister mites, galls, whitefly, mealy bugs and other insects. Highly recommended for
use on fruit trees, shade trees, shrubs, ornamentals, roses and vegetables.
16 oz CONC
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32 oz RTU
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SLOGGERS GARDEN CLOGS AND SANDALS
Women's Premium Garden Clog- Kiwi
The removable insole of this garden clog provides superior cushioning, comfort and durability.
The soft, brushed poly-liner is comfortable on the foot, yet easily hosed clean.
Sizes 6-10. Available in kiwi green, geisha blue, and black.
$9.99
SLOGGER RAIN AND GARDEN BOOTS
Women's Tall Printed Rain and Garden Boot- Yellow Chicken: These boots are just the right height for garden work
or rainy days around town. lower and wider than most rain boots, there is more room to tuck pants into. Includes
"AII-Day-Comfort insoles and signature deep lug sole for great traction in wet and muddy conditions. Made from
100% recyclable, medical grade material. The soles can contain up to 50% recycled material. Easy to hose off
clean and will last for years. Made in the U.S.A. Available in women's sizes 6 to 10. Half sizes should size up.
$19.99
$18.99
Handheld Consumer Sprayer – 2 Gallon
The new sprayers by Solo are full featured consumer sprayers in an economical package.
These sprayers are perfect for the homeowner and ideal for general purpose spraying,
gardening applications, and pest control. Covered by a 1-year limited warranty. These
sprayers feature durable 21” plastic wand and shut-off valve assembly, 34” PVC hose, easyto-fill funnel top, poly pump handle with a built-in wand retainer, and a pressure relief valve.
$19.99
Greenhouse Seed Starter Kit
Made from recycled materials. K1t Includes growing cells, tray and humidity dome.
Perfect for seasoned gardeners and beginners. Individually shrink-wrapped for clean
merchandising. Jumbo-sized pellets allow plants to grow larger, fuller and longer before
transplant due to increased nutrients and media volume.
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CowPots®
Made from 100% renewable composted cow manure, CowPots™ give seedlings
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Cow Pots 3 inch -
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