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Invasive species, or plants and animals that have been introduced to an area, can cause harm when they establish themselves at the expense of native wildlife. These invaders pose a threat to native species by outcompeting them for resources like food and habitat that are necessary for survival. Often, these species expand their range and population numbers at such a rapid pace that landowners and wildlife managers struggle to contain their spread.
Brian Knox is President of Sustainable Resource Management, Inc., a natural resource consulting firm based out of Davidsonville, Md., that deals primarily with managing forest vegetation. Knox has seen success in combating invasive plants by implementing outside-the-box tactics. "A lot of people these days are getting more conscious about their herbicide usage," said Knox. "As a very small company, we're not afraid to try anything."
In 2007, Knox began unleashing a herd of goats—referred to as Eco-Goats—on areas overrun by invasive vegetation. The goats have proven to be a viable option for these problem areas, because they can go many places that people and machinery cannot reach, like steep slopes and hillsides. Additionally, because of the goats' mouth shape and digestive system structure, they are able to grind up seeds in a way that ensures seeds are not returned to the soil to resprout at the end of the digestive process.
A herd of about 30 goats can work through about a half-acre of dense vegetation in 3 to 4 days. "Goats are very good at biomass reduction," explained Knox. "Typically, a goat can eat about 25 percent of its bodyweight a day in green material. If you figure an average of 100 pounds, that's 25 pounds of vegetation going into every goat that's out there."
Although the goats are fond of invasive species like kudzu, porcelain berry, wine berry and mile-a-minute and are undeterred by thorns, they do not discriminate against native species. So before committing his goats to an area, Knox surveys each site to make sure the vegetation is appropriate. "A misapplied goat is every bit as bad as a chemical spill," said Knox. "You can do damage with a goat... I look for native species and ask, 'Is there more here to save than there is to get rid of?' If so, that's a terrible place for a goat."
Spending your day with a herd of goats may sound like fun, but managing the goats is hard work. "A lot of people think it's just sitting around and watching the goats, and boy, that would be a great job. And then you talk to them about how it took me two days to get the fence up and I'm soaked through to my socks by eight in the morning," said Knox. "But clearly there's something that I really love about this. And it's the educational aspect of it, seeing people's eyes light up while watching the goats."
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Striped bass spawning success has improved in the Chesapeake Bay, according to scientists from both Maryland and Virginia.
Tracking the number of young-of-the-year striped bass in the Bay, or those rockfish that are less than one year old, helps scientists evaluate the health of the striped bass stock. To determine this number, scientists take a series of seine net samples in select striped bass spawning areas—like the Choptank, Potomac and Nanticoke rivers in Maryland and the Rappahannock, York and James rivers in Virginia—each summer. The resulting "juvenile abundance index" serves as an early indicator of future fish populations, helping managers predict the amount of striped bass that will be available to fishermen in the coming years.
"Striped bass are a… resilient species when given favorable environmental conditions for reproduction and survival," said Maryland Department of Natural Resources Secretary Mark Belton in a media release. "The robust reproduction should give Maryland anglers hope for a successful striped bass season in a few years' time."
In each Maryland sample, researchers caught an average of 24 juvenile striped bass; the state's abundance index value rose from 4.06 to 10.67 this year, which is the eighth highest on record. In each Virginia sample, researchers caught an average of 12 juvenile striped bass; the Commonwealth's abundance index value rose from 11.37 to 12, which is about equal to average historic values. There, striped bass spawning success has been average or above average in 12 of the last 13 years, which indicates consistent production in Virginia nurseries.
Striped bass hold great value in the watershed: the fish is a top predator in the food web and a critical catch for commercial and recreational fishermen. Fishing bans set in the late 1980s helped striped bass recover from harvest and pollution pressures, and experts now consider it a recovered species.
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New techniques for modeling water temperatures have allowed U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) scientists to better predict how climate change will affect the habitat of fish species like brook trout, according to a recent study.
Climate change is expected to bring warmer air temperatures to the Chesapeake region over the next several decades. And as air temperatures rise, water temperatures will also increase, threatening fish species like brook trout that are particularly sensitive to warming waters. Previous modeling has assumed water temperatures in rivers and streams would rise in a uniform manner, failing to account for the effect that cool groundwater has on warmer surface water.
"One thing that has been missing from other models is the recognition that groundwater moderates the temperature of headwater streams," said Nathaniel Hitt, coauthor of the study. "Our paper helps to bring the effects of groundwater into climate change forecasts for fish habitat." Accounting for the effects of groundwater will allow for better predictions of brook trout habitat loss, as well as more targeted approaches for habitat protection.
Species like brook trout are an essential part of headwater stream ecosystems, an important part of the watershed's heritage and a valuable recreation resource. Chesapeake Bay Program partners committed to restoring and sustaining brook trout populations as part of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement.
The article, "Accounting for groundwater in stream fish thermal habitat responses to climate change," is available online.
As the sun breaches the horizon in Easton, Maryland, the blanket of fog begins to dissipate, revealing the still waters of an 18-acre wetland and rows of organic vegetables. This is Cottingham Farm, the work of an environmental-lawyer-turned-farmer named Cleo Braver and a host of helping hands.
This 156-acre farm has undergone a variety of changes before arriving at its current state. The land was once used to grow wheat to feed Washington's army. It then hosted peach orchards in the late 1800s and early 1900s. After the end of World War II, substantial changes in agriculture swept the nation—industrial monocrops, pesticides and fertilizers—and eventually made their way to what is now the Cottingham property. When Braver purchased the land in 1998, it was primarily used to grow corn.
Though Braver's professional background is in the environmental field, she was unaware of the impact certain agricultural techniques—both on her own property and other area properties—were having on regional waterways. But after spending many evenings peering out at Goldsborough Neck Creek, which winds behind her house before meeting the Miles River and emptying into the Chesapeake Bay, she began noticing how the fish behaved strangely at the surface of the water. After some research, she learned about the creek's poor water quality and how the heavy use of pesticides and fertilizers was partially responsible.
Braver's interest in producing healthy food while minimizing her impact prompted her to make a change. By chance, she met Ned Gerber of Chesapeake Wildlife Heritage, who assisted with transforming the property by installing buffer strips to reduce sediment and nutrient runoff, replacing corn with organic vegetables and building a wetland housing 30 species of plants.
Gerber helped Braver utilize the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP), a federal USDA Farm Bill program that supports the implementation of habitat on private lands. CREP covered 90 percent of the construction costs for the wetland, and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources picked up the remaining sum. Gerber and Chesapeake Wildlife Heritage continue to manage and maintain the wetland today.
But what Braver is perhaps most proud of on Cottingham is the evolution of the food production there and how it gives people greater access to healthy produce and meat. With the help of farm manager Jenn Djambazov and several employees, Braver now grows at least 50 different organic vegetables and raises pastured pigs. Organic matter in the property's soil is slowly rebounding, and, to top it off, business is good. Cottingham sells produce through its CSA, as well as in local stores and restaurants.
Braver acknowledges the process has been a lot of work and has required time, expertise and funding from a range of parties. But she maintains that the transition to organic farming is more accessible than many people think, and she advocates for giving it a chance. "I'm not saying convert all of your feed corn to organic vegetables. I'm not saying that all," she clarifies. With a slight smile at the corners of her mouth, she continues, "But try a piece of it. Take five acres out…"
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"OOPS" SOUNDS EVEN worse--even more sheepish and abject--if you say it with a Texan accent: something like "Ewps." It was certainly an arresting moment. When was the last time a would-be emperor denuded himself in the space of a single syllable? Yet it also pointed to more general confusions.
Over the course of about a generation, it has come to seem that while the Democratic Party represents the American mind, the Republican Party represents, not its heart, and not its soul, but its gut. The question is as old as democracy: should the highest office go to the most intellectually able candidate, or to the most temperamentally "normative" (other words for normative include "unexceptional" and "mediocre")? In the rest of the developed world, the contest between brain and bowel was long ago resolved in favor of brain. In America the dispute still splits the nation. Things are slightly different, and more visceral, in periods of crisis. Nine years ago, if you remember, the populace looked on in compliant silence as the president avowedly "went with his gut" into Baghdad.
Until very recently it looked as though the GOP had been blessed with the most intensely average candidate of all time. Rick "Crotch" Perry (the nickname derived from his habit of readjusting his blue jeans) was a shoeless farm boy from an old Rebel family, a straight-C student and Aggie yell leader, a devout Air Force pilot who rose to become the potent governor of a major state.
All right, he speaks like a drunkard or a stroke victim (for example, his attempt to say "Joe Arpaio" came out as "Joe Aroppehyeh")--but so did George W. Bush. All right, he used to hunt deer at a game reserve called Niggerhead--but he carefully avoided that other Texan beauty spot, Dead Nigger Draw. All right, he may be prone to errors of fact--but don't we feel that it's somehow quite manly to make mistakes? Here was a gut candidate with a barrel chest. What on earth could go wrong?
But now it is time to meet the people. This, we're still told, is what presidential campaigns are all about. So on a cold and frosty morning the car trundles east out of Des Moines, across the North Skunk River, and into the great tray of the Iowan plain. The destination is Marshalltown. You go past Casey's General Store and the GitnGo gas station, past signs saying "Snowblower Sale" and "Masonic Temple," past the fuming hulks of vague industrial shapes in the misty distance, till you reach the modest community center tucked in behind the railway tracks and the rusty rolling stock.
I took my seat among about a hundred windbreakers and woolly hats, in an atmosphere of friendly inclusiveness, and passed the time with the complimentary pamphlet The Ron Paul Family Cookbook--28 pages of recipes "to warm your kitchen and your heart." Why, here we have the Razzle Bo-Dazzle Tenderloin and Mama's Peanut Butter Cookies. As 10 o'clock neared, I turned to the biblical tags, and then to Carol Paul's family newsletter, where I caught up with the huge Paul dynasty and the doings of Rand, John David, Collin, Caylee Joy, Kelly, Lori, Valori ...
Glowingly introduced, the candidate takes the stage: Mr. Ron Paul, 76, lean-faced and thin-lipped under a silvery comb-over, and with that endearingly excitable crack in his voice and his laugh. Fiscally responsible, Ron is an isolationist and a constitutional fundamentalist; he is also "a pro-life libertarian"--which means that he favors minimal state intervention except when it comes to pregnant women.
All this has its eccentric side, but you could reasonably claim that the community center, that day, showed us American democracy at something close to its best: an uncynical candidate affably bonding with his base. Paul told the constituents that their votes, in the coming caucuses, would be "magnified a thousandfold," which is true in the anomalous case of Iowa (and Paul remains everyone's tip for a surprise winner on Jan. …

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VERTIGO - Really? This map is like shooting fish in a barrel, except YOU are one of the fish. Postage stamp map.
MAGMA - Horrible design. The "white walkway" on the side of the map is useless. No one ever fights in that area unless they happen to pass by an enemy. So, it's a waste of valuable map space.
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ENCORE - OK map. But, very predictable and limited in choices.
STUDIO - By far THE best map of the entire game. But, that's not saying much since it's simply a remake of a previous, and popular map.
CARRIER - Good map. But, doesn't get picked enough for my tastes.
The rest of the maps are good. Especially STANDOFF, RAID, and YEMEN. Of course this is all JUST my opinion. Bottom line, this is THE worst COD game in my experience. I only wish Ghosts wasn't five months away. I don't think I'll keep playing BO2 very often, unless I hear game issues are fixed. Until then, I'll keep my eyes peeled for Ghosts.


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Update on JohannaJohanna is a hardworking woman who dedicates herself completely to her general store. Her husband sells hardware products. Her daughters are now older. One attends university and the other is in primary school.
Johanna's dream is to be able to allow both of them to attend school. She is requesting this loan to continue investing in her business so that she can achieve this goal. She gets up early every morning in order to sell and meet the daily household expenses.
Previous Loan DetailsJohanna is a businesswoman with goals for her future. One of her goals in life is to invest in her general store since through her own business she helps provide for the survival and progress of her family members. Johanna will use the credit that will be granted on this occasion to buy basic g... More from Johanna's previous loan »
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About AFODENICThis loan is administered by AFODENIC, La Asociación para el Fomento al Desarrollo Nicaragua, a Kiva Field Partner based in Managua, Nicaragua. Founded in 1999, AFODENIC was created to promote the socio-economic and cultural development of sectors that are excluded from commercial banking. Integrating economic and human resources, AFODENIC offers affordable and adaptable financial services aimed at strengthening the family unit of their clients, who include students, producers, and micro- and small entrepreneurs from rural and urban areas. AFODENIC is a socially responsible institution engaged in society and making a positive impact on its professional partners and communities.
Supporting a borrower through AFODENIC contributes to the pursuit of innovation in mitigating poverty in Nicaragua. Visit AFODENIC's partner page for more information.
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Our Field Partners often work with borrowers over a series of loans as the borrowers build credit, take out bigger loans, and expand their businesses. In order to make it easier for our Field Partners to post loans for borrowers who have been listed on Kiva before, we allow them to post successive and concurrent loans for their Kiva borrowers. This means that our Field Partners are able to post a borrower's second, third, etc., loan on Kiva without having to re-enter all of the borrower's information.
This borrower has been listed on Kiva before, so you'll see an updated loan description, as well as excerpts of the original descriptions from earlier loans. Most borrowers take out loans consecutively, meaning that they receive a second loan after having repaid the first. However, sometimes our Field Partners give out concurrent loans, allowing borrowers to take out one primary loan and a secondary "add-on" loan along with it. These "add-on" loans are typically smaller than the borrower's primary loan and serve a different purpose. Because Field Partners can now post loans as successive and concurrent loans, you will be able to track borrower progress over time and see the various ways a borrower is working with our Field Partners through funds from Kiva's lenders.
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Contemporary cottage style two storey lodge. Stylishly furnished with a modern spacious interior. Ground floor: One twin. Shower room or bath with overhead shower. First floor: One king size double with galleried study area. Outdoor hot tub. No pets.
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Contemporary cottage style two storey lodge. Stylishly furnished with a modern spacious interior. Ground floor: One twin. Shower room or bath with overhead shower. First floor: One king size double with galleried study area. Outdoor hot tub. No pets.
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Confirmed guest, 2015-09-14
out of 10
flare was not up to the standards we have had before in this range of lodge. it needs a bit of work done to it. I have been to another lodge in the lake district which was 5* flare was no where near it so was disappointed. some of the bits that let it down cracked floor tiles in both kitchen and bathroom to the point the floor moves, paint coming off the walls around the bath not to good. But hot tub very good
Confirmed guest, 2015-09-18
Flare was perfect for us, it was a shame the sofa wasn't more cosy but a minor thing. Very good size accomodation for two or even four. they were putting new matresses in all units when we arrived and the bed was comfy. The hot tub was checked every day unobtrusively. Although the hot tub is private Flare's 'garden area' is round the front of the lodge whereas the others seemed to be more private but it did mean we got sun afternoon and early evening. We hope to visit again.
Confirmed guest, 2015-09-11
out of 10
We felt the accommodation was a bit tired, many floor tiles cracked and appliances and fittings old and some not working.
More because of weather we found the cottage a bit dark and dull, but that just made us travel more.
Confirmed guest, 2015-08-24
out of 10
Lovely place to stay and accommodation was great. Could do with softer sofa and pegs for coats. The hot tub was a massive plus and the boys loved it.
Confirmed guest, 2015-08-10
out of 10
The lodge itself was like home from home. Never been on a self catering holiday with such well equipped accommodation. There is everything from a cheese grater to a freezer. It was very clean, and towels provided were clean and fluffy. The beds where comfortable too. On arrival, there is a little welcome tray with tea/coffee and they provide you with washing up liquid and dish cloth, plus tea towels. Due to poor weather we spent 2 very comfortable days in the lodge, just relaxing, but having the free wifi is a major bonus, and kept the kids happy. The hot tub, was just perfect, it was clean and treated every morning. Overall, it was a fantastic holiday and we would certainly book again.
Confirmed guest, 2015-07-27
We stayed in flare for a long weekend and it couldnt of been better. It was exactly what we expected from the pictures, it was clean, comfortable, modern and the hottub was quality, we literally stayed in that for the duration lol chilling drinking with the bbq on!
Confirmed guest, 2015-07-06
As above
Confirmed guest, 2015-04-27
We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, great peaceful surrounding, would recommend to friends and family. If visiting Somerset or Devon I would definately re-book. This is the nicest lodge we have stayed in to date.
Confirmed guest, 2014-10-31
Lovely and clean lodge! Hottub was amazing!
Confirmed guest, 2015-02-13
Dissapointing for autograph range
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Lovely lady owner, very spacious lodge. We personally found the beds to be uncomfortable, the constant thundering of lorries passing about 20 foot away from the lodge made it impossible to get a good nights sleep ( the only let up was for about 3 hours from around 2am - 5am ! ). I'm sure the quarry was not open all night - by the noise you could tell that the lorries were empty - possibly laying over at the quarry or maybe even milk lorries going to the farm ? Our stay was Mon - Friday, so we did not even get to enjoy the peace & quiet of no lorries at the weekend ! Wish we had read some reviews prior to booking ! We were not forewarned about the lorries !
Confirmed guest, 2015-11-13
Beautiful trip we stayed 4 nights. A young city couple celebrating their two year anniversary. We loved it. We stayed in the Hilltop cottage. LOVED the hot tub looking up at the stars.
Confirmed guest, 2015-11-06
The location was good, walking distance to the local pub along the canal.
Sue the owner came to meet us and was very helpful.
Confirmed guest, 2015-11-16
perfect for a short break...our 2nd visit.... a warm welcome, lovely peaceful location, well appointed lodges & super relaxing hot tubs.
Confirmed guest, 2015-11-02
Spent three nights here for a surprise weekend away with my partner on his birthday.
We both loved it.
Had everything you needed, was comfortable and clean. The hot tub was s
o relaxing. We stayed end October/beginning of November and although it was very mild for this time of year you did not feel cold at all. The water is so warm.
Was very quiet and peaceful.
Visited Chedder Gorge which was great and explored the local area.
Would definately stay here again.
Fantastic wekend!
Well equipped accommodation, especially the kitchen and excellent hot tub.
Definitely will return.
Confirmed guest, 2015-10-19
Fantastic place to get away from reality, was in the whole tub most the wkend relaxing, the lodge was lovely and comfy, only disappointing thing was the telly wouldn't except our stick and their was no where to buy dvds in nearby town so had to use free view which was hard going, if no hot tub we would of been seriously bored, walk down canal was stunning tho :-)
Confirmed guest, 2015-10-26
We were looking for a short break after a long stress full time at home we normally go to Cornwal but seen this and thought why not, we weren't disappointed it was lovely and relaxing, beds were very comfy the whole place was lovely and warm the iceing on the cake the hot tub which was lovely, the only down side it could do with a little more care when decorating a little more attention to detail, don't get me wrong it was all very clean and the shower could do with being a lot more powerful, but I would definitely recommend anyone to go and stay it's very relaxing
We had a lovely time at whipcott water the hot tub was fab! Only negative is that we weren't aware we could just walk into the property so we're slightly confused when we first arrived as no reception etc.
We had an amazing weekend away here, however we found that the location let it down a bit, there wasn't really too much to do within walking distance other then go for a walk by the canal, luckily me and my other half just wanted to do nothing all weekend and chill out. Also there seemed to be SO many lorries going back and forth which were really noisy so wouldn't exactly say it was a quiet retreat away as the lorries were still going back and forth by the time we went to bed at 11 or 12. Other than that it was a really pretty place. The rooms could do with some modernization especially the bedrooms, when we arrived we found that the bedroom light wasn't working and told the lady when she arrived and she advised that we just used the bedside lamps, which wasn't exactly helpful, I would expect them to replace it as the room was quite dark with just the lamps on so a bit disappointed in that regard. However the hot tub was the main attraction which we loved and properly enjoyed, would of been good if there was a gate between the house and hot tub so people stood outside couldn't see you running across to get back into the cabin. Also I found that the cabin was really cold and the electric radiators wasn't enough to keep us warm we had to use the duvets from the spare room to keep warm, as I said before it needs more modernisation. Other than that it was a good break away, wouldn't want
Very relaxing break, perfect location if you want to get away from it all. We enjoyed walks along the canal and the well maintained hot tub was perfect to relax in after a long stroll. Not much in the way of shops and facilities nearby but we came prepared for this and enjoyed the peace and tranquility. Will definately return and look to hire bikes to further explore the Grand Wester Canal.
Stayed in Paddock. Had a really relaxing time, hot tub was great and our lodge was set back out of the way so my friend & I had our privacy. Looking forward to booking it again. Still places we didn't get around to seeing and have to come back to take a trip on the horse drawn barge.
Confirmed guest, 2015-10-16
We had a lovely relaxing time in paddock at whipcott water. Will definately be returning and would fully recommend.
Confirmed guest, 2015-10-09
Lovely stay, would definetly return
Confirmed guest, 2015-10-12
Location brilliant ,site very nice,shame about the broken spa cover and the worst for wear bath/shower/toilet.
Confirmed guest, 2015-10-02
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Bright and spacious apartment located in a historical building close to the Central Station.
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This apartment is situated at the front of the building, overlooking the water of the Oosterdok.
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The apartment is conveniently located. Opposite of Nemo (National centre for science and technology) and close to the Central Station. Numerous museums and sights are at walking distance like the Rembrandt House, the National Maritime Museum and the old city zoo Artis. The New Market and China Town with many restaurants and bars are around the corner. Waterloo square and Dam square will only take you a few minutes to reach. Around the corner in the Peperstraat you will find two good restaurants: Restaurant Greetje (Dutch) and Restaurant Rosario (Italian).
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MARTINSVILLE, Va. -- Hall of Fame former Washington Redskins coach Joe Gibbs said Sunday he has no plans to return to the struggling team.
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One of a kind 2 story, 4 bedroom, and 2.5 bath home in desirable Belle Hall Plantation. The manicured lawn full of topiaries, flowers, and shrubs subsides down to a charming pond where one can" land the big one" or spend endless time racing remote control motorboats.There are large live oak trees that provide shade in the summer for slip and sliding or just to stand under wile listening to the frogs sing.The down stairs utilizes an acid stained method for the flooring that makes it indestructible for children, pets, or large gatherings. Custom cabinets in the kitchen are lit for a charming atmosphere in the evening.The grand foyer has heart of pine floors and vaulted ceilings that provides a warm welcome to all that enter. In the parlor, framed paneling has been added to give the walls a rich textured look. The family room has a wood burning fireplace and a built in cabinet. The master bedroom offers a spacious walk-in closet, all glass shower, garden tub, custom lighting, and a sunset view that overlooks the pond and natural wetland. Off of the master room french doors open into what could be a nursery, study, office, den ,or 4th bedroom. This home is with in walking distance to: great local boutiques, excellent schools,banks,a supermarket,skate board park, indoor pool,and baseball fields. Bell Hall's amenities include a club house, main pool with outdoor charcoal grills, a smaller pool, 3 parks, basketball, tennis, volleyball courts, and a crabbing dock.
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Listing Date: 02-09-2013
Sold Date: 05-31-2013
Aprox Days on Market: 111 days
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Selling Price: $352,000
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The Glen Arm winery hosts events throughout the summer.
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Boordy Vineyards, the Long Green Pike winery that's been in Hydes since 1980, has long been known not only for its sweet, palatable wines, but also for its lively events. Throughout the summer, the winery hosts tastings, concerts, and festivals that are a perfect way to spend sunny afternoons.
This season already, I've attended two of Boordy's events. I went to one of their "Reds, Whites, and Blues" concerts on April 17, which featured the bluegrass band Jackass Flats and lasted from 1-5 p.m. For $12, you gained admission and got a Boordy wine glass.
From there, you could purchase bottles of wine from various locations on the property and set up camp on the grass with blankets, foods, and friends. Of course, you can bring your own food, but Carl's Catering had delicious pit beef and pulled pork sandwiches, as well as savory sides like potato salad. The bluegrass band was an ideal backdrop for a lazy Sunday, as some more energetic folks got up in front of the band and started a dance party.
I also decided to spend Mother's Day at Boordy, where the idea is that moms get treated like queens (and are even provided with a tiara upon entering). The mid-70s weather, fun cover songs provided by Ellis Woodward and Company, and the family atmosphere combined for another great day. It was heartening to see dads flying kites with their kids, while moms got a much-deserved wine break with friends.
The wines we enjoyed that day (and there were many) really ranged: There was the juice-like Tango Peach, the well-balanced chardonnay, the fruity Jazz Berry, and the spicy cabernet franc. The Boordy wines have a huge breadth, as some are more playful and others more refined.
The winery hosts tons of other events throughout the summer—including next Saturday's "Girls' Night Out," which will feature live music, jewelry stands, and craft vendors. For a complete list of events, see their website.
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Dave Losso and Jason Melton produce this free monthly show at Brainstorm Comics, on the third floor of the Flat Iron Arts Building. In its first months it's hosted solid lineups of established and up-and-coming local stand-ups, along with some non-traditional acts. And free + BYOB = never not worth checking out.
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Heiner Brau: Downtown Microbrewery and...
While I was roaming around downtown Covington I found the Heiner Brau brewery. Since it was a Wednesday it was not open. However, the brewery is open for tours on Saturdays."The 30 minute tours begin at 10:00, 10:45 and 11:30 AM. The tours include a guided walk through the brewery and presentations on beer types, the art and science of brewing,...more
Visitors Center at Trailhead
While at the Trailhead I went inside the Visitors Center....and found absolutely nothing. There was no one there and no brochures. However, there was a train set there and I figured it was the town during the industrial era. The good thing was there were bathrooms around. The only thing I can say is...I believe that the Trailhead was new and...more
Covington's Farmers Market
I attended the Wednesday market which had lots of prepared foods and desserts made by local citizens. They also have live music playing at both that kind of adds to the experience. Many of the local business people come over and have lunch here. There are tables set out for you to purchase and enjoy your meals. Saturday market is much bigger and...more
Covington Trailhead
The Trailheads are sort of like the town centers that are along the Tammany Trace linking a lot of the cities together. At each of the Trailheads you will find many things to do. At the Covington Trailhead I found a beautiful area that would be great to sit out and people watch on a nice day. When you walk up on it you'll immediately see the statue...more
Biking, Jogging, or Walking the Tammany...
St. Tammany Parish is sort of like Harris County in Houston. It houses many different smaller cities. At least that's what I'm equating it with. In support of the beautiful landscape the parrish built 31 miles of connecting pavement for those to enjoy the tall pine trees and weather the area allows. The Trace connects Covington, Mandeville, Abita...more
Downtown Covington
Visiting downtown Covington is definitely a fun way to see the city. There are a lot of old buildings that have been turned into small shops and galleries. Unfortunately, they close around 5pm-6pm so I didn't to visit too many. But it's fun to walk around.Check out the website listed! I loved using the guide to find different places to see and eat....more
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Awesome comfort foods with a twist
The place is a relatively narrow building and it feels very much like a little hole in the wall. We discovered this little gem by recommendation. They insisted it was the best Mac & Cheese in town. It is absolutely wonderful. It was one of the few foods my grandfather was happy to eat in his last days. The people were incredibly friendly; they even...more
Food from the Caboose
While looking around downtown Covington towards the Trailhead I came up a lonely caboose attached to a building. It was interesting and my curiosity got the best of me. I snapped a photo before leaving and thought I would research it once I returned home. Upon further investigation I found that this caboose is actually the kitchen for a local...more
Wednesday/Saturday Local Lunches
I know I've included this tip elsewhere but had to add it to restaurants too because so many locals use the farmers' markets for meals. I attended the Wednesday market which had lots of prepared foods and desserts made by local citizens. They also have live music playing at both that kind of adds to the experience. Many of the local business people...more
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I read about Cafe Rani from the website below when I was planning my trip. Because there are parking lots nearby I decided to visit this casual coffeehouse and deli. When I visited for an early lunch I was pleasantly surprised with the items on the menu. I was simply going to have a cup of coffee but the sandwiches look too enticing. I made my...more
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Downtown Covington has an array of local restaurants owned by local citizens and deserve much attention. Many of the restaurants have certain hours so I would highly suggest to contact the businesses or check the windows while shopping earlier in the day. The Italian restaurant Ristorante del Porto was highly suggested to me but the hours were...more
Southern Comfort at its Best
On the first floor of the plantation home is the wonderfully romantic restaurant at Annadele's. It was my first elegant night out by myself, though, and it was just as special to me as most of the other couples celebrating their anniversaries. The waiters are so nice and attentive. If you don't feel like eating a big meal while staying here they...more
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Downtown Covington: Independent Stores
If you're planning to go shopping and not looking for the chains or malls try Downtown Covington. They have plenty of art galleries and independent shops. I loved the shoes stores and the different odds/ends you can find. Or simply enjoy walking around and window shopping.
Just be careful...most shops close at 5-6pm.
What to buy: Shoes, women's clothing
What to pay: Good prices I found...
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Largest Ronald Reagan Statue in the...
Do you stop at those quirky, kitschy stops? Then this is one not to miss. The Covington Trailhead has the World's Largest Ronald Reagan Statue. Ha! Sitting at 10 feet tall upon a 2 foot pedastal you will be able to see it clearly. Stick around and explore downtown while you're at it. You'll enjoy.
Check out the website for more information about the history of the statue.
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Biking, Jogging, or Walking the Tammany...
St. Tammany Parish is sort of like Harris County in Houston. It houses many different smaller cities. At least that's what I'm equating it with. In support of the beautiful landscape the parrish built 31 miles of connecting pavement for those to enjoy the tall pine trees and weather the area allows.
The Trace connects Covington, Mandeville, Abita Springs and Slidell. At each of the cities there is a Trailhead with places to use the restroom and facilities. There are also other attractions. I listed more pictures and information in my Things To Do Tips for each city.
The parrish and cities keep these trails upkept and beautiful. I have the 31-mile path on my list of things to do. But I was somewhat injured when I visited.
I also learned in Mandeville you can rent bikes to do the biking. I did not see them at Covington, Slidell or Abita Springs, though.
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Tchefuncte River
While at the Trailhead I noticed a nice area where the Tchefuncte River ran through the area. The Covingtonians love their river heritage and the monument shows their appreciation. The 48-mile river runs into the Pontchartrain and was used to sustain the community in earlier times.The Tchefuncte has been designated by the government of Louisiana as...more
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