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Higher Education Trends in Eritrea
Higher education has been viewed as a potential instrument of national economic development. Human resource development in Eritrea is important for making the nation self-reliant thus the efforts are exerted to achieve this objective. However, Eritrea has been facing so many challenges in its way to develop its own human resources. The objective of this paper is to delve the current changes in higher education in the country. An attempt is made to highlight what may be termed as tentative issues and lessons emerging from Eritrean higher education. By way of a summing up, some random thoughts are set out to provoke analysis and debate on the subject.Download Info
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Date of creation: 18 Jul 2007
Date of revision: Sep 2007
Publication status: Published in International Higher Education 2.51(2008): pp. 12-13
Handle: RePEc:pra:mprapa:12422
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Keywords: Higher education; finance; Eritrea; Asmara University; Human resources;Find related papers by JEL classification:
- A23 - General Economics and Teaching - - Economic Education and Teaching of Economics - - - Graduate
- I23 - Health, Education, and Welfare - - Education - - - Higher Education; Research Institutions
- I28 - Health, Education, and Welfare - - Education - - - Government Policy
- I22 - Health, Education, and Welfare - - Education - - - Educational Finance; Financial Aid
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- Rena, Ravinder, 2006. "Higher Education In Africa – A Case Of Eritrea," MPRA Paper 10580, University Library of Munich, Germany.
- Rena, Ravinder, 2007. "Financing Education And Development In Eritrea – Some Implications," MPRA Paper 11048, University Library of Munich, Germany, revised 2007.
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Bedrooms: | Studio |
Bathrooms: | 1 |
Sleeps: | 6 |
Type: | Cabin |
Per night: | $100 |
Per week: | $600 |
Pets allowed: | Yes |
Internet: | No |
Description of the Andover vacation cabin rental
Skyline Dr. turns right just before rugged Sawyer Notch... The road winds upward through the beech and birch forest, onto the ridge top. Another mile to the end of the road. Here you park your car and load your gear into the wagon or sled (in winter). The last 800' is by foot on a trail with breathtaking views of the mountains and valley. In a minute or two, you catch a glimpse of your little cabin through the trees; you are there!
This classic Maine hand-crafted log "trappers" cabin sits amid the towering pines on 70 wooded acres. Neat as a pin and clean as a whistle, you won't find a TV here or any intrusions for that matter. Only the real necessities in life. But you won't miss electricity as you tell stories around the campfire or read by lamp light cuddled up near the wood stove. The clean and bright bath house is equipped with a composting toilet, with seasonal sink and shower. Your hosts have provided drinking and washing water and even lit the wood stove for you!
Enjoy the breathtaking mountain views from your porch. Hear the wind in the trees, the coyote's howls, the owl's hoots. Stroll down the back trail to thousands of acres of forest, mountains, waterfalls and streams. See a moose, find some antler sheds.
Return home to your cozy, romantic log cabin. Cook on the gas stove, wood stove or BBQ grill. Sit by the campfire, toast marshmallows, eat lunch at your picnic table... with the best view in all of Maine! Play cards, checkers, puzzles, read. Live simply and quietly.
This remote Maine log cabin has four bunks and a pull out full bed. Minimum 2 nights, 4 persons for $100/night or $600/week. Pets always welcome, we are pet friendly! Dogs especially love the freedom and space to run! Don't leave Fido behind!
IF THERE IS NO AVAILABILITY FOR YOUR CHOSEN WEEK, ASK ABOUT OUR NEW CABIN! MOOSE MOUNTAIN CABIN (property #72122) IS LOCATED JUST 800' BEFORE WINONA ON SKYLINE TRAIL. (DRIVE TO IT!) IT HAS AN ATTACHED BATH AND SEPARATE BEDROOM WITH FULL BED. THE LOFT HAS TWO TWIN BEDS EASILY MADE INTO A KING. THERE ARE GAS LIGHTS AND A COOKING RANGE/OVEN, GAS FRIDGE, GRAVITY FED SEASONAL SHOWER AND SINKS. IT RENTS FOR $125/NIGHT.
Area Information
A True Four Season Wilderness Paradise!
Hike the Appalachian Trail, only 2 miles north in Sawyer Notch. See a moose, a beaver dam, find moose antler sheds on a mountain top.
In summer, pan for gold in the Swift River at Coos Canyon in Byron. Swim in secluded Devil's Den gorge with refreshing pools and waterfalls. Kayak to the remote sandy beaches of undiscovered Richardson Lakes; canoe the Androscoggin River, catch rainbows. Fly fish Blue Ribbon Rapid River. ATV to a sandy beach on Silver Lake; Find moose antler sheds in an old cutting. Visit Screw Auger Falls in Grafton Notch State Park. A premier outdoor paradise! Climb old Speck or Whitecap Mt., pick blueberries while enjoying the 360 degree view.
In fall, hunt on thousands of wild acres of trails and dirt roads. Or just enjoy the spectacular reds, oranges and yellows of the distant hardwood mountain views.
If you need a dose of civilization, ski at Sunday River, or, in summer, ride the "chondola" to dine at North Peak restaurant. Take a scenic drive to Errol NH to shop at a mini-Cabela's. Make sure you see the taxidermy, including the rare white moose at LL Cote's.
Availability Calendar
Begins | Ends | Week Night |
Weekend Night |
Weekly | Monthly | Min Stay |
Jan 01 2013 | Dec 31 2014 | $100 | $100 | $600 | $1,800 | 2 Nights |
Check In: 2 p.m. Check Out: 11 a.m. | ||||||
Lodging tax: 8% | ||||||
Tax I.D.: 1163476 | ||||||
Deposits: First night rent will reserve your weekend; 50% deposit for full week; balance due on arrival. Pay Pal recommended for deposits, can use credit cards through Pay Pal. | ||||||
Payment Options: Cashier's Check, Money Order, PayPal, Personal Check | ||||||
Other Fees: Rate is for up to four people. Each additional person is $25. Camp fire wood is available for purchase in summer. Kayaks rentals $20/day. |
- 1 Double Bed
- 4 Twin Beds
- Canoe
- Outdoor Shower
- Porch
- Wood Stove
- Hardwood Floors
- Pet Friendly
- View (Mountains)
- Gas Grill
- Refrigerator (Mini)
- Bicycling
(onsite) - Hunting
(onsite) - Boating
(5 miles) - Kayaking
(5 miles) - Cross-Country Skiing
(onsite) - Snowmobiling
(onsite) - Canoeing
(5 miles) - Lake
(10 miles) - Hiking
(onsite) - Fishing
(1 mile) - Grocery Store
(5 miles) - Restaurant
(20 miles)
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Reviews for this vacation cabin rental in Andover, Maine
Judi Cutrone
Portland, ME
Such a special place
February 18, 2014
I really enjoyed my stay at the cabin! It was everything I wanted. It was clean, well-tended to and had everything I needed for a great weekend. There were no surprises since the owners are so thorough with instructions before and within the cabin. My only suggestion if you visit in the winter: bring snow shoes! The snow was really too deep to venture out beyond the trail.
Jeremy Hertz
Boston, MA
Exactly What We Were Looking For
February 10, 2014
Myself and four other friends went up to Andover to stay at Winona knowing full well that we were heading to a one room, studio style log cabin with no electricity or running water in the middle of one of the most ridiculous winters in recent history... and it was exactly what we were looking for. The cabin is cozy, but didn't feel crowded or cramped even with 5 fully grown men in the same room. The wood stove, although relatively confusing at first for a bunch of city-folks, kept the cabin very, very warm and comfortable once we figured out how to actually use it efficiently. We did not get to spend too much time hiking, as a recent snowstorm had most of the woods/trails around us covered in what was close to knee-deep snow, but all of the areas getting to and from the cabin itself were well maintained and easy to get to (A warning: you will most definitely need an AWD vehicle if you want to get close to the cabin in the winter... it's a hilly, snowy road even when it's plowed!). We didn't really mind spending most of our time in and around the cabin, as it is stocked with super interesting stuff (most definitely take some time to read the guest journal-- some of the entries range from mundane to absolutely wild) and the view right outside is absolutely stunning. We didn't actually get to meet Brenda and Lance, as we arrived very late on Friday night, but they had the cabin ready to go for us when we arrived and gave great instructions for exactly how to get there and all of the amenities. It was really amazing to not even think about what was happening anywhere else, including on our facebooks, and spend some time actually sitting, talking and enjoying the company of friends. This place is HIGHLY recommended. p.s. Bring some $$$ to donate to the firewood fund-- you'll use way more of it than you expect, especially if you're planning on spending a lot of time actually inside the cabin.
Anna Remus
Boston, MA, USA
Awesome, rustic hideaway!
January 27, 2014
Beautiful property, amazing space, and gracious hosts! Tucked in the mountains, this little cabin is perfect for those who want a little adventure, but prefer a bed at night. In the middle of winter it was definitely not for the faint of heart, but the wood stove and provided fire wood kept us warm. We took advantage of the lovely property surrounding the cabin, and were joined by the hosts' cute husky mix, Tala. Thank you for a great weekend!
Dan Condon
Buxton, ME USA
Cozy little hunting cabin!
January 27, 2014
We weren't sure what to expect. We got there after dark and it took us a bit to light all the lanterns in the cabin, but a disconnected weekend was JUST what we needed. No cell phone, no electricity just nature! The wood stove had the caning at a perfect 70 degrees when we got there which was a pleasant surprise. In the morning, when we woke, we looked out the front window to the GLORIOUS view. It was a quiet, charming weekend, and we've already made plans with Brenda and Lance to visit again in the fall. Thank you for the getaway we needed!
Corey Endres
Westport, ma
Beautiful cabin in the mountains
January 5, 2014
The views were amazing. From pretty much any angle, there was a breathtaking view. The cabin was perfect for two and a dog. Heating was no problem with the wood stove, since we have the same one at home. The road up to the cabin in 4WD needed, which we discovered. Brenda and Lance were so polite and generous. We plan on visiting again in the winter and possibly in the summer.
Owner's reply:
You at least need all terrain tire tread to get onto this ridge in winter, and AWD works well! We ARE remote... the two miles of gravel road into the notch is what makes this place (at the end of the road) so special. Yes, winter is a challenge but we do get you in one way or another, even if we have to drag you up the hill! :) You guys are welcome back anytime, the cabin was spotless when you left! Thank you!
A Real Beaut
December 19, 2013
Well, what to say that hasn't already been said here. Having traveled throughout the world, experienced everything from luxury hotels in major European cities, to tent camps in the Serengeti, I can proclaim that this is a solid little operation. It's clear that everything done here is well thought out, carefully executed, with the end goal of creating lasting and meaningful memories for guests. This place is set aside for the enjoyment of people who like both comfort and "wilderness". People like my wife and I. Whats more, it's professionally managed by two seemingly salt-of-the-Earth types - if that sort of thing matters to you (I'm very careful who I give my heard-earned money to). My wife and I spent Thanksgiving weekend here and were content and comfortable, ultimately, happy we did. We plan to return in the Spring.
Owner's reply:
Thank you for the kind words, Joe.... we're just regular people; it is ingrained in us to respect everyone (until an obvious reason is given to the contrary!) We treat everyone the way we would want to be treated, simple as that! Our deep connection is in nature; the woods, mountains, streams and wildlife. Our roots; forgotten to most, but for those who remember, we are of the same tribe!
Matias Brostuen
Rhode Island
A haven for all
November 3, 2013
There were three of us looking for a great way to escape the clamor of everyday lives. The perfect location would have to be remote, with plenty of outdoor activities to occupy ourselves, and still maintain a semblance of hospitality. Needless to say Lance and Brenda' s cabin exceeded all of our expectations. Upon our arrival to the cabin we were greatly impressed with the selection of amenities which safeguarded against our forgetfulness in bringing items such as soap, and more importantly matches. Our time there was spent exploring the waterfalls, and secluded trails. We HIGHLY recommend the gorge, it was beautiful and really fun to swim in. Throughout our stay Lance and Brenda were more than friendly and made us feel very comfortable. If you are looking for a place to get away from the your everyday lives, or just a nice vacation in a different environment this is the place for you. This place is definitely a jewel and we cannot wait to return.
Owner's reply:
These three young fellows were great! They were visited by our pup and took her on a long walk without even knowing who she belonged to. They even came up with their own name for her. So much fun, great to know there are still young people left that enjoy activities beyond the electronics! Love to have you back!
Brian and Ginny
Salem MA
Three days away from it all
November 2, 2013
We stayed at Winona for three days to start off a two week vacation. It was everything we hoped for! We've stayed in many cabins and this was our favorite. The cabin is well situated and the clearing in front is a nice touch because the view is really beautiful. The secluded location is accessed by a well maintained road, which counts for a lot, because in Maine there are some rough ones! With the foliage changing in late September, and clear weather every day, we had a great stay. I especially liked sitting by the fire pit at night , under the stars, and the bird watching in the morning, just unwinding in the woods. Good memories now, and a place to return to in the future, I hope!
brett star
Boston, ma
Just as described but better
October 19, 2013
This Is about as secluded as you're gonna get. He cabin was fully loaded and very well maintained. The view was great- do were the surrounding trails. Great for clearing your mind for a few days- you will definitely not run into anyone. Will be back next fall. Thanks Brenda!
Gary Witman
Sunday River Maine
Simply Amazing!
October 16, 2013
This has been our second trip to this property and just when I thought it couldn't get any better.....Well it did......BIG TIME! If your looking for a last minute escape from a hectic work life, or just want to get away from it all than this is the place of your dreams. Often when work gets a little crazy in the winter "as we all know it sometimes does" to ease my mind I just imagine my time at Camp Winona and the serenity and peacefulness it provided us with. (their other cabin shown on the right hand side of this page)This new camp is a beautiful hand crafted rustic cabbing perched on top of a beautiful secluded mountain. Your amazing hosts have provided you with a vast and endless amount of amenities for your trip. Your cabin has everything a chef as myself would need to cook a gourmet meal. We enjoyed a roasted beef tenderloin with root vegetables and several other amazing meals while we were there. From paper towels to a set of chef knives or even a nice book to read, Brenda and Lance have it waiting there for you. Our first sunrise on our first morning my sister as well as the 2 six year old children we had were astonished to see a female "cow" moose and her baby a "calf" stroll right in-front of the camp. Almost as if we were never even there. We have gained memories that i know will last a life time at this property and I would like to thank the owners for sharing this with us as well as the public. Thank-you Brenda and Lance for everything you do. This property provides something that I have found to be priceless and trust me you will not be dissipated! Thanks again for sharing Most Sincerely, Justin & Candice
Nashville, TN
Exactly what we were looking for.
August 31, 2013
My father, brother and I decided to stay at Camp Winona while on a trip to Andover to check out some land nearby. We were amazed at the natural beauty of the landscape and the quiet serenity of the cabin's hilltop view. We really felt like we were completely removed from civilization. Brenda and Lance are great folks who helped us with every question we had - they really went out of their way to be excellent hosts. I hope to return here sometime soon and would recommend Camp Winona to anyone looking for a quiet woodsy retreat in Maine.
David Lawrence
too close to boston
a perfect quiet getaway
August 24, 2013
if you are looking to escape your hectic life for a while this is the place to do it! very quiet with no one to bother you its at the very end of a mountain trail. the views of the mountains from the porch are incredible! cabin comes with just about everything you need just bring food and clothes and you are all set! Brenda and lance were extremely friendly as well they are very nice people me and my wife can not wait to go back again
Kathy Hassett
Yarmouth, Maine
August 11, 2013
I had a wonderful two nights at Brenda and Lance's sweet cabin last week. The view from the clearing in front of the cabin is vast and mesmerizing. Watching a storm pass through the valley was captivating! It was a wonderful getaway---lots of peace and quiet, a nice hike, and a couple of nice fires made for a perfect little getaway. Thank-you, Brenda and Lance !
Kimberly Levesque
Westbrook, ME
Most Relaxing
June 4, 2013
Despite not having electricity or plumbing, this cabin was the most relaxing trip I have had in years. The owner of this cabin (Brenda) has everything you need inside for a comfortable stay. The oil lanterns are easy to use and provide all the light you need. The outhouse was like walking into any regular bathroom. The best part of my stay was sitting on the porch and enjoying the amazing view of the mountains. I can't wait to go back.
Michelle Plante
Hampton, NH
Great getaway. Great people
May 9, 2013
My friend and I recently stayed at Winona and it was everything we were looking for and more. For a cabin with no electricity and no running water it had everything we needed or wanted. The scenery is breathtaking and pictures don't do it justice. Like others have said, Brenda and Lance are such welcoming, genuine people. If you enjoy the outdoors then look no further than here. I would give this 10 stars if I could. You won't be disappointed. Thanks again Brenda Lance, Kevin
Teresa Leahy
Northborough, MA
A remarkable retreat in the Maine mountains!
March 4, 2013
My wife and I just returned from three nights at Camp Winona. The remote location is serene and breathtaking as you gaze across the valley from the front porch. Brenda and Lance are very warm and gracious hosts for your stay. The cabin is exactly as previous writers have described it- warm, well stocked and quality built. Despite a stiff wind and frequent snow squalls, we were warm and cozy in the cabin. There is something special about being in a cabin at the end of the trail- a trail that began at the end of the road at the top of a mountain. A poignant sign inside the cabin states "Simplify", and that's exactly what you'll do. Stress fell away from us as we entered, and the cabin's calming environment lowered our blood pressure and gave us a well-deserved escape from the busy lives that we all lead. Read the comments left by those who preceded us- as we did- and trust the truthfulness of those words. You won't be sorry.
Owner's reply:
I felt so comfortable talking with Mark and Terry right from the first moment we met. It was as if we are old friends... I think there is a certain kind of people attracted to this life... we are kindred spirits. Hope to see you back often as the pressures of the world close in and escape is necessary to preserve sanity!
Sarah Furman
Portland, Maine
Quiet and Cozy!
February 20, 2013
We came here with our 2 young daughters for a winter get-away. It was warm, cozy, and the views are gorgeous! We went hiking, sledding, and played games by the fire. A wonderful place to get away from it all!
Jeff Manson
Lewiston, ME USA
Nice Quiet Cabin
February 18, 2013
This cabin really helped me to get back to square one. I have 2 young kids, and my wife and I work opposite shifts, so the need to get out and recenter myself was long overdue! This cabin gave me hours and hours of QUIET!! Much needed QUIET!! I was finally able to dig into the word of GOD, without being interrupted constantly! If anybody has a need to get away from all of the business that the world is throwing at us, this cabin is the perfect place to go. P.S. It was about 5-10 degrees throughout that weekend, and we were braving a nor'easter....no big deal
Carl Falotico
New York
I expected it to be good but it was fantastic
January 22, 2013
The cabin was perfect, I expected it to be bare bones but it had everything you could possibly need to live comfortably for a few days. The owner even got there early to start the fire so it would be warm when we showed up in the middle of the night. We had an awesome winter trip, but I can imagine it's great in the summer too. Even the beds were very comfortable, which surprised us. Highly recommend.
Alan Kehoe
New York City, Pennsylvania Poconos
Serene & Healing & beautiful
January 4, 2013
The gentle and simple quite was a balm to this New Yorker's often hyped and agitated monkey mind! The stunning mountain panorama,exceptionally toasty warm wood stove (10 degrees and windy outside .and fine inside) . Just me and books and my camera and journal. As i told Brenda it was just what the shaman ordered!. I look forward to my next visit.
Hélène Borgesano
Boston, MA
Breath Taking...
December 9, 2012
We were at Camp Winona this past week end and we still miss it! We arrived Saturday night, Brenda and Lance waited for us patiently even though it was very late. I couldn't believe the beauty surrounding us, it had just snowed and we were very tired and cold but as soon as we stepped in Winona we were amazed. We felt like we were at home, Brenda and Lance had already made the fire making it even more cozy. We enjoyed a nice breakfast the next day with a breathtaking view, went hiking in the beautiful forest and ATVed as well :) This place will remain one of our favorites ever, it's beautiful, intimate, simple and amazing. Brenda and Lance thank you for sharing Winona and being so kind! You made this adventure even more delightful! We can't wait to see you soon! David, Celine, Vinny and Helene
Debbi Jo Howard
Athol Mass
October 31, 2012
This cabin (Winona) was where I was and needed to be this past weekend. I was able to see, feel and smell nature while sitting on the ridge. I am ready to began a new (scary) part of my life but while at the cabin . When I was sitting on the Ridge I was able to have clarity and feel a powerful connection that I believe will help me through. Everything was perfect from the cozy wood stove to the throne in the outhouse! Thnk you you Brenda and Lance for sharing your special place with others, the world needs more people like you. I pray ,I will be able to return next year.
Melissa Coolidge Wilson
Brooks, ME
Peaceful Honeymoon Retreat
October 10, 2012
My husband and I stayed at Camp Winona for our honeymoon this September. It was the perfect place to spend the week, and we couldn't have had a better time. Each morning we woke up to a beautiful view of the mountains, and not a sound but the wildlife. There are many hiking trails nearby, and very cool sights to visit! Brenda also let us bring our two labradors and they had the best time of all. Both Brenda and Lance are great people, and very informative of the area- they can tell you the best spots for everything! The cabin was very cozy and clean, we loved it. We hope to visit again for an anniversary or vacation in the future. Thank you for the wonderful hospitality and letting us stay in your little piece of paradise!
Michael Spardello
Palm Beach FLA
October 4, 2012
Michael Spardello Message flagged Thursday, October 4, 2012 5:01 PM What a wondrous and enchanted place this little cabin is, nestled and isolated from civilization in the mountains of Maine. Aside from the breathtaking and majestic views, we had a wonderful time exploring Mother Nature, close up, through rough and winding ATV trails and byways. Off the grid, the cabin has no electricity and no running water. We missed neither, and wanted for nothing. Just the two of us, on our own, out in the woods. With the map, provided by our kind and sincere hosts, Brenda and Lance, we literally were able to commune with the world as it was, and how it seems it should still be. We will always treasure the days and hours and minutes we spent together in the little cabin called Camp Winona, and hope to return soon, and often. Life, simple and pure. Mike and Kate P.S. Fortunately, Lance told us from the outset, and this may be important for some people to know: there are no venomous snakes in Maine. : ) Happy travels!
David Watt
Exeter, NH
QUIET labor day weekend
September 5, 2012
This is very quiet, off the grid cabin with nice amenities and a terrific view of the Mahousic Mountains. The cabin is a five minute walk from the end of a 1 mile gravel road. There are a number of nice walks from the camp along trails and ATV roads. The cabin is about 30 min from Bethel (where we rented canoes) and 40 min from Grafton Notch (where we climbed Old Speck). The cabin was incredibly clean and was equipped with a composting toilet (in a separate wash house) propane camp stove and a propane grill. There is a picnic table with spectacular views next to a fire pit. The owners are VERY helpful; they delivered our gear via ATV and provided a lot of helpful information about the surrounding area. The view from the cabin is absolutely devoid of light pollution (we only saw one house light), so the sky was spectacular at night. I plan to be back.
Upstate NY
Peace among the Pines
August 15, 2012
I searched for a long time to find a pristine ecological slice of Maine – not a hotel, or a campground but specifically a rare gem like Camp Winona. A place where I would feel at home and could experience an immediate sense of belonging, wonderment and true peace and quiet. I invited my sister and best friend along to join me and my Labrador for 5 days in the Maine woods. Living simply is the fundamental value that I live my life from. Brenda and Lance not only practice this in their own lives- they have created a place and opportunity for others to experience the joy and beauty of what it means to live simply with integrity. From the cabin structure – and the lovely warm décor within – and the spectacular view of mountains– our entire experience was a journey of quiet contemplation combined with deep joyful moments playing games, hiking, reading, cooking and just being connected to each other and our environment. Our only visitors were the night sounds of an owl, and some far off coyotes, a rather friendly porcupine who allowed my dog to sniff him without harm, and a tenacious little hummingbird who visited the feeder dusk till dawn each day. Each evening the near full moon arrived to grace the treetops above. Spectacular! True fulfillment. So grateful to the Stickney's for their generosity.
Betsy D-C
Baltimore, MD
A slice of heaven
August 12, 2012
My husband and I stayed at Camp Winona as a delayed honeymoon to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. What an incredibly place. The cabin is cozy and the smell of pine, the natural beauty, and the cooling breeze made this a utopia for us. We went to Camp Winona at the beginning of August; there were no bugs and the weather was perfect. In the early morning, I sat on the porch and watched as the sun burned away a mist that covered nearby mountain ranges, little by little revealing the luscious green pines. A little creature (a wild squirrel or chipmunk, perhaps) poked his head out of the woodpile on the porch and began playing peek-a-boo with me. I'd hear some scurrying and see two bright eyes looking at me from a furry face, the face would disappear and it would be quiet for a while. The the scurrying would start again and the face would appear from a different part of the woodpile. While this was going on, I was sitting in a comfy chair on the porch, watching the morning unfold. What a friendly way to welcome the morning! The compost toilet was even a treat! The step stool leading up it to made you feel as if you were about to sit on a throne. There was no smell, the bathroom was immaculate, and being able to help make compost made you feel as if you were helping the earth. The rainwater shower was an experience! We hiked down the mountain and walked along trails towards Devil's Den, passing streams, rivers, woods, meadows, marshy areas, rocky areas, and lots of trees. The entire experience was a sensory delight. Sitting by the chimnea at night with a bottle of wine and looking up at the stars without the interference of street lights or neon signs added to the sense of serenity. There was no room for thoughts of things at home that needed to be done. Just pure relaxation and enjoyment of the world. For us, this was the perfect way to celebrate our happy 25 years of life together (and we'd like to come back to celebrate the next 25!) There is nothing quite like Camp Winona. If you like this kind of vacation, don't miss the opportunity to stay there!
Rebekah Roo Nelson
Groveland, MA
epic fun
August 8, 2012
Brenda is very kind and responsive. She helped make our weekend on the ridge an unforgettable one. The synthesis of rustic simplicity and relaxing comfort, beautiful morning views on a hammock, night sounds around the camp fire, and peaceful privacy made this property not only worth it, but a definite must repeat!
Angela Corson Wilkinson
Maine, United States of America
WOW! great cabin, great location!!
July 31, 2012
No matter what the reason this piece of America is a place to check out. The raw woods of Maine, does it get any better then that? If you need to get away from it all and relax or raring to go do outdoor activities, this is a place to do it all. I brought my wife and 2 sons to camp winona, and the pictures online don"t capture it. What a great place and time we had, but just like every other time your somewhere cool it goes by to fast. But as long as B&L allow others to stay at camp Winona we will return again. Camp Winona is a new, well biult, log cabin neslted on a hill side overlooking a good size cut which is a great spot to see wildlife in. Beyond that awesome mountain views make up the back drop with little sign of man. Do Not Forget Your Camera! The cabin is very tight and very clean, no creapy crawlies ladies. Everything you need is there, all you basicly need is food and clothes. Plenty of pots & pans, dishes, utenciles lanterns, radio, books, games, ect. Pretty much don"t grab every piece of camping gear you own or go to wal- mart and buy out their camping section you won't need it, just the basics for yourself. There are maps B&L made up of some great spots close around the cabin that are a must see. My family and I went to one a day and enjoyed each spot. (The Ledges) being one of our favorites. Spent the day there sliding on the rocks like water slides, catching some pretty feisty, decent sized brookies in a lower pool, and walked up the brook to some nice pools to swim in and a decent size waterfall up a ways. Well that's all I,m going to tell you about my time at camp Winona. As I said before if your looking to get away and want to get into the maine wilderness this is a place to go. I have spent alot of time in the woods hunting, fishing, and camping and this place is on the top of my list. This was my first time meeting the owners (B&L) and they are good people. Very greatful they allowed me and my family to enjoy their cabin and hope to see them again soon. This is truley a great AMERICAN place, built by strong hands and sweat to enjoy nature and life at its finest.
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It's always nice to see young folks introducing their kids to the great outdoors, and life without the constant stimulation and pace of the modern world. It's so rewarding to be able to provide such a place that will become fond memories for these kids, hopefully to last a lifetime. It is our legacy to pass to the next generation.
Valerie Ritter
Superb getaway!
July 5, 2012
Quiet, secluded, very clean & well kept. The owners are very hospitable, helpful people- loaded with information about the area, yet very respectful of their tenant's privacy! Beautiful view from the porch. We plan to come back!
Katie Nimmo
Portland, ME
April 25, 2012
What a fabulous place! It is rustic, but has everything you need, and the setting is so beautiful! We had a wonderful weekend of cooking, hiking and just relaxing in the peacefulness of the woods. It was still chilly when we went to Winona, but we will definitely be going back in the summer to enjoy the swimming holes nearby and explore some more hiking trails! Awesome!
Julia Hill Payne Bailin
Portland, Maine
A Picture-Perfect Getaway!
January 23, 2012
This week, my husband and I experienced a burst pipe that destroyed much of our home, so we really wanted to "escape" the mess for the weekend. On Wednesday I found this cabin online, and by Friday we were driving up to Andover. It was EXACTLY what we hoped. Just a one room cabin, but surprisingly spacious! It certainly had everything we needed: A comfy couch, two rockers, bunk beds, a good-sized dining table, lots of food-prep counter space, and a big sink, which is great when you don't have running water and you need to wash dishes. Every amenity was included, from the coffee pot to the radio to the wine glasses and tin foil. You name it, it was in the cabin. We weren't sure what we'd find, so we packed some extra supplies of our own—but they weren't necessary. It was fully stocked with everything, including jugs of fresh water and extra bottles of stove fuel. But enough about the nuts and bolts—it was the perfect weekend experience. The temps got down to 0F, but it was toasty warm in the cabin with the woodstove. I even cooked cornbread and pancakes on top of it! We ate like royalty, and slept like babies. We read our books by oil lamp light and watched the fire embers glow. And when we had to obey the "call of nature," the super-modern, uber-clean outhouse was just steps away. Nicer than my bathroom at home! During the day we strapped on our snowshoes and hiked a 5-mile loop of trails with our little dog, just down the hill from the cabin. In the afternoon we returned to our cozy cabin to listen to the radio and make supper while watching the glorious sunset over the expansive view of the mountains. At night the stars were brighter there than anywhere else. The whole experience was right out of a storybook. I can't recommend it enough. The Stickneys are wonderful people and they truly care about your experience at "Winona." We will be back again this winter, and hopefully in the spring, summer, and fall as well. It's a hidden, private gem that will give you everything you need to reconnect…without connecting to "the grid!"
Owner's reply:
It is so rewarding to share our little paradise with such nice folks! Julia and Dan were so nice and enjoyed our mountains so much... Camp Winona, named for our (too young) friend and neighbor who died two years ago from breast cancer, has been an inspiration to many people already. Thank you Winnie, your spirit is alive and well on our mountain!
Bill Jamieson
Sheffield, Ohio
Healing Cabin
January 8, 2012
No Electricity !! No Running Water !! Pass up on this one Honey. (wait) Have you reached a junction of your life in where all the modern amenities have just overwhelmed you to a degree, and want to depend on yourself, rather than all that makes living day to day an easy ride ? Do you want to re-center yourself through a sabbatical of sorts, yet still be taken care of by two of the sweetest folks on Earth. I spent ten days in this cabin just recently and was asked, "Why Now?" and my answer was "Why Not" God is all over and when you are alone looking at the Heavens up in this Cabin, you connect with him so much easier, as this is like no cabin on Earth. It was built by the trees that surround it with each one hand peeled and put together by a "Master Craftsman" who along with his wife make sure you have no wants of any kind during your stay. What is the one thing I can guarantee you will find during your stay ? You will find yourself. That person you lost so many years ago and they throw that in at no cost. Take that chance and stay at the "Enchanted Cabin" and if you leave feeling unfulfilled, then stay a day longer. The Cabin that was built through Love will stay in your heart for the rest of your days. It will teach your children that sitting on the porch or the front of a warm "Franklin Stove" is so much more fulfilling than a video game and to be honest, I would leave them at home, as your stay here is a journey of healing and what a great journey it was.
Owner's reply:
What a sweetheart of a guy this guest was! I am meeting so many great people renting out our little cabin. Bill was especially nice; we hit it off right away and hated to see him go (without saying goodbye, you softie, Bill!) I think the people who seek serenity and seclusion in their time away from home are a certain breed... and we all seem to be on the same page about life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. I am so glad that we are able to share our little piece of heaven with so many wonderful folks.
T Hunt
Billerica, MA
Best rustic cabin I've ever been to...
September 14, 2011
What a fantastic place! Scenery is the best anywhere with awesome mountain views. One of a kind-you won't find a nicer mountain cabin than this. Great place for moose watchers too as we saw one right outside the front door. Best secluded cabin there is. Can't even see a house in site. Highly recommended. Owners are also very accommodating.
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Apr 20, 2011, 05:30 PM | |
Sawman - I came out of a nice loop and the wing wouldn't pull out on the down side of it. I did everything I could think of, in the 5 seconds till dirt nap.
All I know to do now is build another 34" wing so I can figure out why. The step at the trailing edge right before the elevons could have had something to do with the crash. I didn't bevel the back of one panel so it left me with a 1/4" step on the bottom. The wind was blowing around 14 mph too. YA, that's it I'll blame it on the wind and not my piloting skills. The wind? |
Apr 20, 2011, 09:05 PM | |
Oh, yes it was most certainly the wind....
Stevo, I constantly have problems with the ground reducing altitude on me. Let me know if you figure out a way around that issue. I never really "set" the throws. I just get the most I can and make sure the surfaces move freely, then set D/R and expo to tame it down. |
Apr 21, 2011, 10:35 AM | |
My radio setup
I fly with the elevator (forward and back stick) on full rate with 60% negative expo. The Lt & Rt stick get put on a DR switch at 50% throws with 60% - expo.
So to do fast rolls I just flip the DR switch and I have full throws Lt or Rt sticks. After the rolls I flip back to low rates and off we go doing low and fast flybys. There is something about those flybys that just look so cool with this wing. Seams everybody flys with different setups on their radios so go with what works best for you. StevoRc - if your over steering (RT & Lt sticks) your wing then reduced rates on a DR switch will help. You can always flip the DR SW and your back to where you started from. That's one way to ease yourself into it. |
Apr 21, 2011, 11:29 AM | |
Wow, I think that I had my first real crash in over a year. It was with my blucore wing becasue it was the only thing I'd fly with the 25-30 mph winds. Yes, It was really windy
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i recently initiated an almost identical build, then found this thread (tho i must've seen it before maybe?) i'm up to bout pg. 20-something, was trying not to skip ahead, but,, theres a lotta good stuff here, kinda wish i could've incorporated more of it now, as mine wasnt exactly taped-together in 2 hours lol ...gettin pretty close here, ...just wanted to peep-in-n-say hey, ps- srry bout the recent ground-adventures some have had,, maybe i should'nt rush the maiden eh ? |
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Heirloom Party
Firstly, I'm sad that I am not prepared for this wonderful event hosted by Marie. I so enjoy her events. With vacation and playing catch up, I just haven't given the old blog the attention I should. All that said, I wanted to still share something although it is in story form, not pictures.
My grandmother-in-law was a wonderful woman. She really was like my own grandmother and I loved her dearly. She didn't always have such an easy life. Her family were pioneers in the state of Washington and at age 20 she was left with a dear little boy to raise (my father-in-law) when her husband was killed in a logging accident. She had never held an outside job and had no means of support (there wasn't even social security yet). In these desperate times she agreed to enter into an arranged marriage to a man 20+ years older than she was and the cousin of her 2 older sisters husbands (they were married to brothers). Her new husband came from Norway and didn't even speak English when he came to the states. Despite all this, they built a happy life together that included 5 more children. Because of the age difference, Grandma was widowed early (I think she was in her late 40's) and she never remarried.
Granny (as we called her) was a very special gal and I always felt a kindred spirit. She came to stay with us in Minnesota a couple years before she died and I will always remember that time with special fondness.
About 4-5 years before she died, she asked if I would like her wedding ring. I was a bit baffled (mostly because she has 4 daughters and many granddaughters and I was only a granddaughter-in-law) but also thrilled. I just love this ring and treasure it but only wear it occasionally. I would really like my youngest daughter to have it when she is older (I'll eventually get my grandmother's wedding ring and it will go to oldest daughter).
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What a lovely story, the ring is just beautiful. I am glad to hear that even though she ventured into the unknown marrying a man she didn't know a bit about, that they still made their marriage work. I wish people were more like that these days. Thank you for sharing!
I'm so glad this story has a happy ending, and how generous and kind you are to have her with you. The ring is so precious, and I'm guessing that the marriage certificate was theirs. ..so beautiful. Lovely story. Thanks for coming by, Have a great weekend.
That's a precious ring.
Thanks for sharing your story!
Hi Gail,
What a beautiful story and ring! I'm so glad you've shared this with us today. I was late getting mine on too. But better late than never as they say! Have a wonderful weekend.
A beautiful ring, and beautiful memories. Thank you for sharing, Cass
Wow! That ring is gorgeous. I inherited an antique ring from my great grandmother and I always get comments on it. I'll take it over any huge diamond ring. Thanks for leaving a comment on my site and I hope to hear from you in the future!
Beautiful ring & beautiful story. I am really enjoying seeing & hearing about everyone's heirlooms.
Beautiful Ring...how sweet of her to give it to you. I have my mother-in-law's engagement ring and been wearing it for years. I found out a few months ago that my 19 year old daughter wants it really bad...told her she will get it one day, but not now. Thanks for looking at my blog and the beautiful music you have playing on yours...LOVE it!
Hello Gail - what a gorgeous ring! The setting is just beautiful. And what a neat marriage certificate! I'm so glad you have these special things to enjoy and pass along some day.
Thank you for joining me for the party!
What a wonderful treasure for you to have.
It is gorgeous!!
blessings and thanks for coming by
barbara jean
What a beautiful rind and such a lovely legacy for your daughter.
Thank you for visiting my blog awhile back, sorry it took me so long to return the visit but I'll be back. I really like your blog.
I meant to ask about the certificate. Did is blog to your husband's grandparents? They are very collectable by the way and are a legacy all their own.
I can tell from reading your story why your grandmother in law wanted you to have the ring. Your warm and loving heart won her over, I am sure. Thank you for this special story. I love hearing of the times of our ancestors. Twyla


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I'm all packed and the boat is hooked up and ready to go. can't wait to leave. this will be my first meet that is longer then a day. WOO WEE!!!
Scott has arrived and we transfered his gear to my truck. This will be my last entry until I return. Thanks for the well-wishes, Cheri! Woo wee, we got us a meet!
Just some last minute packing and I'm off to Raystown.
What Pete said Cheri!
Talk to you all when I get back.
I made it back safe & sound. Saturday was a great weather-wise day to fish! Pics & journal to follow...
Just to let everyone know that I got home safe.
Art, I received your pics and they are just fine! Thanks...
Well from all the info you folks have shared on this meet I'm sure I will not get so upset next year if I can not make it.
Hold on folks! The pics have not been posted yet because there are no fish in them! I ain't going through that again!! lol! I am just about finished with the journal and hope to post today...Perhaps I'll post what pics we have first...Humm
The pavillion pictured above is new. It is perhaps the best facility for group camping I have seen any where. There are hook-ups for RVs (10) and a ton of room for tents. There is water and electric, not counting what's in the pavillion!
I would like to thank everyone who showed. It was great meeting you Art and the rest of your group. I really enjoyed myself and hope to see all of you and more next year. I will post some of my thoughts of this meet later.


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Specifically which model box do you have? This could help tremendously in terms of figuring what internal features could exhibit this issue.
Hmm, I've got a 922, 722k, 722 and a spare 622 and don't have this issue. Now that doesn't mean it doesn't exist but I've never seen one cause this type of problem. The box talks to the LNB on 950-2150MHz.If you guys really think its the box you can get it replaced, just call them up and tell them it fails up power up. Usually you'll get a replacement within 3 days. Its worth a shot and wont cost you a dime.


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UNROLL pizza dough; cut crosswise in half. Place 2 wieners, end-to-end, at long edge of 1 dough piece; roll dough once to enclose wieners. Top dough with 2 Singles pieces; roll up dough completely.
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Today's deal from My Drink On gives you a St. Patrick's Day celebration that will have your friends green with envy: Pay $27 ($60 value) to join the Fake Patty's Caravan Crawl on Saturday, March 9. Starting at 10 a.m., travel to eleven bars in Waldo and Brookside, including local favorites like Charlie Hooper's, The Gaf, Remedy, and Tanner's. At each stop you'll have a chance to down holiday drink specials -- and use your three drink tickets included in your admission. Then, pile back on to the BYOB trolley where you can keep sipping from your souvenir mug as you head to the next location for even more revelry and fun.
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Brooksider Bar & Grill
Charlie Hooper's
Michael Forbes Bar & Grille
Louie's Wine Dive
The Gaf
The Well
Tanner's Bar & Grill
Lew's Grill & Bar
Quinton's Bar & Deli
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A New Book for Budding Naturalists
Is there a youngster in your life who might love his or her own book about beavers? My third children's nature book, The Beavers' Busy Year, has just been released. Having been an ardent admirer of this rodent for many, many years, it is gratifying to have had a chance to instill a love for beavers in youngsters age 3-8 with this non-fiction book. The adaptations of beavers' noses, eyes, ears, fur, feet and tails are highlighted in the text and photographs take the reader through the seasons of the year from a beaver's perspective. Activities at the end of the book engage children in matching photographs of various beaver signs such as tracks, scent mounds and incisor marks with written descriptions. There are also activity/informational sections on beaver tails, beavers as engineers and creators of habitat for other wildlife, and dam building. It should be available at your local bookstore, but if not, I'd greatly appreciate your letting them know about it. Thank you!
Porcupine Feeding Technique
In the winter, the bulk of a porcupine's diet is the inner bark, or cambium, of trees. The porcupine removes the outer bark (unless the tree is young or has thin outer bark and then it eats the outer bark as well) in order to reach the cambium layer, which lies directly beneath the outer bark. At this point the exposed surface is very smooth, more finely finished than the work of a beaver. Then the porcupine removes the cambium in small, triangular patches, each patch composed of five or six scrapes converging at one point, like sticks in a tepee. The point where the scrapes meet is where the upper incisors are placed and held fixed against the tree. The lower incisors scrape, making a fresh path with each scrape, as the lower jaw swivels in a narrow arc.
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Beaver Breath
It's very subtle, but in winter, especially when it is very cold outside, there is a way to tell if a beaver lodge is occupied. The temperature inside the lodge remains relatively stable at around 34 degrees Fahrenheit. When snow falls, it provides added insulation, raising the interior temperature of the lodge slightly. A layer of fat and thick fur keep beavers warmer than the air inside the lodge, plus they raise their body temperature even more by sleeping piled on top of one another. All the moist, warm air that beavers give off through breathing and evaporation escapes through the (mudless) vent that goes up through the center of the roof of the lodge to its apex. The vent's purpose is the exchange of air; when the warm air inside the lodge rises and hits the cold air outside the lodge, it condenses and forms water vapor that is visible, indicating that there is life inside.
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Beavers' Last Hoorah
We're right on the edge of when beavers will no longer be able to smell fresh air, see the sun and obtain fresh bark. Until the temperature drops to around 16 degrees F. they continue to break through the thin ice covering their pond. Once the temperature drops to 16 degrees F., they no longer try to break through the ice and are sealed under it until spring, unless there's a mid-winter thaw. Once they are confined by the ice, their activities outside the lodge are minimal. Beavers leave their lodge in winter primarily for two reasons: to swim out to their winter food supply pile and retrieve a stick which they bring back into the lodge to eat, and to defecate. Other than those excursions, they spend most of their day in the dark, enduring a lodge temperature of about 34 degrees F. (Thanks to Kay Shumway for photo op.)
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Beavers Gathering & Storing Winter Food Supply
(Part 3 of 3 Beaver posts)
In the fall, beavers spend weeks cutting, transporting and piling sticks and branches whose bark, twigs and leaves will hopefully provide them with sustenance through the winter. With no access to land once ice forms, beavers rely on the food that they have had the foresight to store on the bottom of the pond in the fall, as close to the main entrance to their lodge as possible. Initially the beavers dive down and stick the butt end of the branches into the mud. Once anchored, these branches form the base of a growing pile which often sticks out above the surface of the pond. (The portion of the pile above the water is not accessible to the beavers once the pond freezes.) According to beaver biologist Leonard Lee Rue, a beaver colony needs to store between 1,500 and 2,500 pounds of edible bark, twigs and leaves (this weight doesn't include the wood, as they don't eat wood) if it is to sustain them through the winter. As one would suspect, southern beavers do not need nor make winter food supply piles.
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Beavers Reinforcing Dams
(Part 2 of 3 Beaver posts)
Beavers repair and strengthen their pond's dam much as they do their lodge in the fall. New sticks are added and mud is retrieved from the pond bottom just below the dam, making the water deeper there than in the rest of the pond. Beavers dive down, dig up a load of mud and carry it beneath their chin and front feet to the dam. They then use their front feet to push the mud on top of and in between the pieces of brush on the dam (see front foot prints in mud, insert A). Because beavers spend so much time reinforcing their dam, it is not unusual to find their 1 1/2 –inch long, fibrous scat (insert B) in the water right below the dam (they keep their lodge relatively clean by defecating only in water).
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Beavers Refurbishing Lodge
This is the time of year when the industriousness of beavers can determine whether or not they survive through the winter. There are three major tasks for a beaver colony to tend to in the fall: refurbishing their lodge; strengthening and repairing their dam; and cutting and storing their winter food supply. They tend to perform these tasks in this sequence, tackling the lodge first. If the water level is high, the beavers will raise the floor of the lodge and the roof of the sleeping chamber. Every fall they add new material to the exterior of the lodge to strengthen the entire structure – typically sticks intertwined that create walls two feet thick or more. At this point the beavers coat the lodge with mud that they dredge up from around the base of the lodge (which greatly increases the depth of the water near the lodge). The apex of the lodge is not coated, allowing fresh air to filter down into the sleeping chamber. Once cold weather arrives, the mud hardens to the consistency of concrete, making the lodge is impenetrable to predators that can approach the lodge once the pond freezes. (In photo, note the fresh eastern hemlock branches and mud that have recently been added to the lodge.)
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Beaver Tail Boosts Balance
A beaver's tail is a wondrous thing. Beavers steer and propel themselves with it, store fat for the winter in it, regulate their body temperature with it, use it as a prop when sitting or standing and signal alarm with it by slapping it against the water. While these functions are fairly well known, there is another use that is not observed as often. When floating on top of the water, beavers use their tail as a stabilizer, to keep their body upright. As this photograph illustrates, beavers often raise their tail out of the water in order to stabilize themselves.
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Mutual Grooming
Beavers spend a great deal of time tending to their coats, grooming several hours a day throughout the year. Grooming consists of removing sticks and debris that have become embedded in their fur, as well as applying oil from their anal glands to waterproof their fur. Waterproofing is essential, as it prevents the cold water from penetrating their fur. Typically they sit with their tail between their hind legs, stretched out in front of them, with their anal glands exposed. Beavers procure the oil with their front feet, and use all four feet to comb it through their fur. The two inside nails on both of their hind feet are split, increasing the efficiency with which they can apply the oil. Sometimes two beavers will groom each other, engaging in "mutual grooming." The male and his offspring begin to groom each other when the kits are only two weeks old, yearlings and kits from three weeks on, and the mother and kits when the young are four weeks old. Mutual grooming continues as long as they are a family unit. ( I am humbled by the response to yesterday's post. You will each be hearing from me soon. )
Beaver Ponds & Waterfowl
The relationship between beavers and waterfowl is a strong one. In creating ponds and wetlands, beavers provide valuable waterfowl habitat. Beaver ponds are attractive to most dabbling duck species, particularly American Black Ducks and Mallards (pictured). Dead snags that are often found in beaver ponds provide Hooded Mergansers, Common Goldeneyes, Buffleheads and Wood Ducks with nesting cavities. During spring and fall, beaver ponds are used by migrating waterfowl, such as Green-winged Teal and Ring-necked Ducks, for the fuel they provide (aquatic invertebrates, plant seeds, tubers, buds and rhizomes). Waterfowl surveys in 2002 in Wyoming found that rivers and ponds with beavers had 75 times more ducks than those without beavers.
Beaver Scent Mounds
This is the time of year when two-year-old beavers leave their lodges and strike out on their own, primarily because the woods surrounding a pond usually can't support more than one family of beavers. Beavers are exceptionally territorial; once they've established a lodge, they do not take kindly to interlopers. In order to make this perfectly clear to house-hunting young beavers, in the spring resident beavers build what are called scent mounds — piles (up to three feet in height, but usually much smaller) of mud, leaves and pond-bottom debris — around the perimeter of their territory. They then smear castoreum, a substance that comes from their castor sacs, over the mound. Chemicals in the castoreum convey to roaming young beavers that this particular pond is spoken for.
Coyotes and Beavers
A study of coyote prey (through stomach contents) in the Adirondack Mountains of New York revealed that beavers were second only to white-tailed deer. This photograph shows that, possibly for the last time this winter, a coyote recently took advantage of a still-frozen-but-fast-thawing pond by walking across it in an attempt to reach an active beaver lodge. Once there the coyote attempted to dig into it in order to reach the inhabitants. A hard, two-to three-foot-thick wall of frozen mud, logs and sticks kept the beavers well protected, as it was designed to.
Beaver & Otter Cohabitation
It is not coincidental that you often find otters residing in beaver ponds. There appears to be a commensal (one animal benefits while the other is unaffected) relationship between these two animals. The beaver is unaffected – it is a herbivore, so its food supply is not threatened by the presence of otters. (While an occasional beaver is eaten by an otter, it is a rare occurrence.) The otter, on the other hand, benefits from abandoned as well as active den sites (both beaver bank dens and lodges) as well as an ample supply of fish due to the impoundment of streams by beavers. While I was aware that otters often take over abandoned beaver lodges, I only recently learned that the lodge does not have to be uninhabited for otters to move in. This was confirmed when I discovered a large amount of otter scat (mostly fish scales and crayfish shells) on top of a beaver lodge, right next to the hind foot print of a beaver. Freshly placed sticks on the lodge (it is in open water) indicated that it was occupied by beavers, while an otter's stream of air bubbles could be seen as it exited the lodge and popped its head up above the surface of the water.
Signs of Active Beavers
If beavers have bank dens on rivers that remain open all winter, they are not subjected to the confines of a dark, damp lodge for several months. They have access to fresh food year round, and aren't limited to the pile of aging branches under the ice that they stored last fall near their lodge. On the other hand, beavers that do live in ponds that freeze over often can find an opening in the ice if there's a big enough January or February thaw. In either case, signs of their activity on land can be found.
Beavers Ice-Bumping
Ice is starting to form on ponds, and days are numbered when beavers can be out grooming themselves on land or eating freshly-cut branches. As long as the ice is thin enough to crack by swimming up under it and bumping their heads against it, they will do so, for soon it will be thick enough to lock them into their pond. Life under the ice is challenging. At 32 degrees F. a beaver's resistance to heat loss in water is about 1/8th of that in air at the same temperature. This is due to the fact that its fur is compressed in the water, allowing the insulating air between the hairs to escape — a beaver's pelt accounts for about 24% of its total insulation in water and body fat is responsible for the rest. Heat is also retained through a beaver's tail and hind legs, which serve as heat exchangers. In the summer, a beaver can lose 25% of its body heat through its tail, but it only loses 2% in winter. Even so, it's no wonder beavers risk getting a headache in order to see the sun for the last time until spring.
Red Squirrel Sign
If you find a mushroom hanging in an unlikely spot, such as from tree branches or tucked into the bark of a tree where it didn't grow, it's likely that you have happened upon the work of a red squirrel (Tamiasciurus hudsonicus). Red squirrels are known for their habit of snipping mushrooms and hanging them from branches and rough bark in order to dry them before collecting them and caching them for dining on later in the winter. Unlike beavers, which share their stored cache of winter food with family members, red squirrels keep their cached fungi all to themselves.
Beavers Gathering Winter Food Supply
Shorter days and longer nights trigger a flurry of activity for beavers. There is a lodge to be built, rebuilt, enlarged or repaired and a dam to be built, repaired or reinforced. As, or more, important than these tasks is cutting, gathering and transporting a supply of food for winter. Once the pond is frozen, the only food available to beavers is that which they have stockpiled under the ice. Thus, beavers spend many an autumn night adding to a growing pile of submerged branches close to the lodge. More thought is put into the harvesting of a winter food supply than one might imagine. Before cutting down a tree a beaver often tests its readiness by biting into the bark. If it is not in just the right condition — for instance, if there is still too much sap in the tree — they may speed up the drying of the bark by girdling it, and returning in several days to cut it down. If limbs and branches are stored underwater before the bark is ready, they will ferment and sour, making them unfit for food.
Grooming Beaver
Beavers are constantly grooming and oiling their fur to waterproof it. Typically when grooming, a beaver sits upright with its tail curled under its body and extended in front of it between its two hind legs. This allows the cloaca (an opening which contains ducts for everything from evacuation to reproduction, plus oil and castoreum glands) to be exposed. The beaver uses its front feet to retrieve creamy-yellow waterproofing oil from its inverted oil glands and then rubs it carefully over all of its body. Without constant waterproofing the beaver's fur would soon become soaking wet and the beaver would not be able to tolerate the cold water.
Beaver Scat
Beavers are meticulous housekeepers, in that they almost always defecate in the water, not in their lodge, and rarely on land. The best place to find their scat, should you be so inclined, is where they have been working for an extended period of time — for example, in the water adjacent to their dam. Their scat consists of kumquat-size pellets, which, as you might expect, are full of tiny bits of woody fiber. The pellets are essentially little balls of sawdust, and disintegrate easily if disturbed. Their light color makes them visible even under water. Congratulations to all who guessed correctly — I'll make the next mystery post even more challenging!
Beavers See the Light of Day
Although some ponds have had open water in spots all winter, many have remained frozen over until the recent warm weather started to melt the ice. The first open water often appears close to the lodge and along the dam of a beaver pond. It doesn't take long for resident beavers to detect an opening, for it's a ticket to fresh food! The first plant that beavers head for, if it's growing in the area, is skunk cabbage. Being the first wildflower to push up through the snow, it's usually available when ponds first open up. Aspen, willow and alder leaves, grasses, the rhizomes, leaves and flowers of water lilies, sedges, ferns, fungi, berries, mushrooms, duckweed and algae are eaten in the spring and summer by these large rodents we think of as strictly bark eaters. Photograph by Kay Shumway.
Beaver Sign of Spring
2-29-12 Beaver Sign of Spring
Anyone who buys and consumes the pale, relatively tasteless, store-bought tomatoes in the winter, and then, finally, can eat their own garden tomatoes right off the vine, will identify with the winter and spring diets of beavers. While they are locked under the ice, the beavers' entire winter supply of food is a pile of branches they store at the bottom of the pond near their lodge. Once the ice on the pond begins to melt, beavers take immediate advantage of any escape holes, enlarging them if need be, in order to make their way to fresh, nutritious food. While their preferred spring food, herbaceous plants, are not yet up, the fresh cambium of living trees is most likely a welcome change from their water-logged winter food. It is always fun to come upon signs of their activity when there's still snow on the ground – it's one of my favorite signs of spring.
Beaver Scent Mound
Beavers, like many mammals, communicate with chemical signals. In scent marking, beavers actually build a mound of mud on which to place their scent. First they dive down to the bottom of their pond, dig up an armful of mud with their front feet and swim to shore with the mud held against their chest. Walking on to the shore on its two front legs, the beaver deposits this mud next to the water. Beaver scent mounds can be quite small, or as high as three feet or more, depending on how many loads of mud they contain. The beaver straddles this pile of mud and applies castoreum from its castor glands, or anal gland secretions, or both. The purpose of building a mound is to elevate the odor (helps with scent dispersal), to intensify the odor by putting it on a moist substrate, and to protect it from flooding when the pond level fluctuates. Beavers build most of their scent mounds in the spring, when young beavers are dispersing and claiming new ponds, but I have found several fresh ones this fall, including the one in the photograph. (Click on photo to enlarge.)


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