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Don’t Delay. 12 Easy Winterizing Tips!
October 23rd, 2008 Categories: Garden Valley Living, Garden Valley Real Estate
The temperatures are definitely dropping and the snow is not far behind ( I hope).
Follow these Home Winterizing Tips.
- Everything and anything that is sitting outside must be stored away. Otherwise, make a map of it’s location in case you need to dig it out from under the snow.
- Disconnect hoses from all hose bibs and bury hydrants.
- Blow out sprinklers
- Stack a weeks worth of firewood in close proximity to the house. Keep the bulk of your firewood away from the siding and out from under overhangs of your home. Stacked wood can attract insects and rodents.
- Clean your chimney
- Ask Marsha, at the Trading Post, when she expects her next order of grain scoops.
They are the best shovels for our snow type. Buy one now before the rush. - Mount snow removal attachments on trucks and tractors or contract with a local snow removal service.
- Reverse ceiling fans. They should rotate clockwise for winter.
- Close foundation vents
- Insulate any pipes that may be exposed or that are running through unheated spaces in the house.
- Check batteries in smoke detectors.
- Prune away any tree branches or shrubs that will get in the way of shoveling.
Bonus Tip!
Get out the snow shoes and the sunscreen!
Enjoy the beautiful garden valley winter.
See more on Winter Survival at the University of Idaho Extension Service
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The Softer Side of Garden Valley
October 1st, 2008 Categories: City of Crouch, Garden Valley Business Scene, Garden Valley Events, Garden Valley Living, Garden Valley Real Estate
5th Annual Fiber Fabric Faire
Come to the Community Hall, in Crouch, on Saturday October 4th from 10:00 - 4:00. It’s the annual Fiber and Fabric Faire. Each year the Garden Valley Quilters sponsor this fun event. Here you’ll find, not only some great quilters, but knitters, weavers, spinners and fiber artists of all kinds.
Whether you want to learn about a fiber art, find a warm and fuzzy gift for someone special, watch a craft demonstration, or take a chance to win a hand made quilt, this is an event for you.
I look forward to the Fiber and Fabric Faire each year. The handmade items are truly works of art. The textures, colors and patterns are beautiful and unique. Last year I met several women who raise alpaca, spin the wool and knit the garments. It was great to learn about this homespun, traditional craft.
Aside from treating myself, visiting with neighbors and friends and finding some great gifts, I had a wonderful time.
Don’t forget that, by attending the Faire, you are also contributing to the community. Part of the raffle proceeds go the the Crouch Ambulance fund.
Hope to see you there.
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Oktoberfest in Garden Valley
September 25th, 2008 Categories: Garden Valley Events, Garden Valley Living, Garden Valley Real Estate, Southfork Landing
Saturday, September 27
Visit Garden Valley Idaho
What better time to visit Garden Valley, Idaho than winter, spring, summer and especially fall. The air is cool and crisp, the leaves are turning and their is lots of fun planned for this weekend.
The Garden Valley Parade of Homes will feature open houses on over 20 homes, available for sale in the area. Just stop by the Garden Valley Properties office to pick up a parade route map. There is no charge for the parade. You can visit area homes at your leisure from 10:00 - 4:00.
Southfork Landing plans a fun day with an Oktoberfest. There will be live music, a kids carnival, beer keg races, beer sampling and a dutch oven cooking competition. Visit the Southfork Landing web site for more details.
While in town, take notice that the new K - 12 School is well under way. The ground breaking for the new grocery store was two weeks ago and the dirt is moving. Notice the new businesses and new homes under construction.
It’s true! I’m biased. I don’t think there could be a better place to call home. See you Saturday.
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Garden Valley Park Dedication
August 8th, 2008 Categories: Garden Valley Events, Garden Valley Living, Garden Valley Real Estate
Weilmunster Park to be Dedicated August 15th
The Garden Valley Recreation District has announced the date for the Weilmunster Park dedication. This is an important event in the history of Garden Valley. For years the Garden Valley Recreation District, headed by Jamie Anderson, has worked tirelessly to make the park a reality. They identified the property location and have applied for grants, solicited donations, managed fundraisers, and kept the community involved and informed.
I can’t think of a better location for the park. I especially like the idea that it includes some Middle Fork river frontage. No matter what happens to private and public land along the Middle Fork in the future, our kids will always have a place to play in the river. The addition of the walking path which ties the park to the school property is a huge plus. Although not fully developed yet, the plans for the park will offer ball fields, picnic areas and playgrounds.
The ceremony is planned for Friday, August 15th at 4:00 pm.
Governor Butch Otter plans to attend. The park is a great asset to our community. I plan to attend the ceremony so that I can personally thank all of the Garden Valley Recreation District board members and all of the folks who have made the park possible. See you there!
Current Board Members are:
President Jamie Anderson
Vice President Jeff Bass
Secretary Holly Mortimer
Treasurer Carol Smith
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Garden Valley Parks and Recreation District Benefit
August 1st, 2008 Categories: Garden Valley Events, Garden Valley Living, Garden Valley Real Estate
Music in the Mountains to benefit Garden Valley Parks and Recreation District.
Swing and Sway.
Bring the Kids to Play
Ride the Shuttle
Taste some Wine
Water is free
If you have a bottle
Help develop the Garden Valley park while having a great time with friends and family at the annual, Garden Valley, Music in the Mountains event. I promise the music will be better than my poetry. (I have no idea how I aced that poetry class in college)
In the past several years this event was held in the Garden Valley Park and featured strictly Bluegrass music, the event has been a great time, enjoyed by all. The musicians came from all over and were wonderfully talented. This years event has moved to the South Fork Landing property and the genre has been expanded. 20% of the event proceeds are targeted for the Garden Valley Parks and Recreation District. It should be the usual great time, great music and great company. Southfork Landing has set up a web site for the event. You can find more info at www.gardenvalleymusic.com
Check out the list of sponsors along with the event greenovations. Although it’s not mentioned on the web site, Jamie says you can get tickets at the gate. (door, first tree, guy at the parking lot??. There isn’t actually a gate.)
Hope to see you there.
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Yee Haa Western Days in Garden Valley
July 10th, 2008 Categories: Garden Valley Events, Garden Valley Living, Garden Valley Real Estate, Southfork Landing
Southfork Landing presents Western Day Event in Garden Valley
Don’t miss the fun on Saturday, July 12th!
Southfork Landing will hold a Western Day Event from 11:30 - 5:00
Activities Include:
Wild West Shootout
Cowboy Poetry
Cloggers
Fiddlers
Western Rope Tricks
Live Music by The High Desert Band
Chili Cookoff
Fun for the whole family. See ya there, pardner
Admission is $20.00 per carload
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Independence Day
July 2nd, 2008 Categories: Garden Valley Events, Garden Valley Living, Garden Valley Real Estate
4th of July - Salute The Red, White and Blue
I always look forward to the 4th of July in Garden Valley Idaho. The town’s celebration is ….. hmmm, I’d say robust! There will be no shortage of flags, grilled food, duck races, water guns, parades, uniforms and fireworks. The whole town will come together in one central location to mark the most important anniversary in our countries history ….. and have fun doing it.
Challenge! Meet Me At the Flag Raising.
The Garden Valley 4th of July Calendar of Events starts with a Flag Raising Ceremony at 8:30 am at the Garden Valley Properties office. The scouts raise the flag, General Kane honors us with a few words about the “Stars and Stripes” attendees recite the “Pledge of Allegiance”, and the gifted cast of the Starlight Mountain Theater lead us in the “Star Spangled Banner”. It’s an appropriate start to the day’s events.
I am always pleased to see the same folks attend each year. I am always disappointed to see the same absences each year. I challenge you to start your day with a reflection of what the 4th of July really means. Bring your kids, bring your Moms, Let’s not forget the real meaning of this anniversary.
GOD BLESS THE USA
Garden Valley Idaho US Flag
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Support Crouch Ambulance and WIN
July 2nd, 2008 Categories: City of Crouch, Garden Valley Events, Garden Valley Living, Garden Valley Real Estate
Benefit Raffle
Buy a Raffle Ticket to WIN a
BRAND NEW ARCTIC CAT 250 4X2
There will be other great prise, too.
Tickets $25.00 each, or 5 for $100.
Purchase Tickets from Local Merchants
or
Call 462-2307
Raffle will be held at the Annual Golf Tournament
July 4th
at Terrace Lakes
The Crouch Volunteer Ambulance Service is comprised of local citizens who volunteer their time for EMT training, responding to emergencies and spending many hours on call to be available for all the residence and visitors to the Garden Valley and West Boise County Area. Some of these folks have been active volunteers for years. Now that’s commitment to your community and to your neighbors. I’d be surprised if every one of us hasn’t reaped the benefits of their dedication whether is be ourselves, our families or our friends. The Crouch Volunteer Ambulance Service has gotten me out of more than one jam over the years.
Lets support these fine folks and give them a giant Thank You. By supporting the Crouch Volunteer Ambulance Service you are insuring that this service will be there when you and your family needs help. Either way, You’re the WINNER!
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WINE AND ART IN GARDEN VALLEY, IDAHO
June 26th, 2008 Categories: Garden Valley Events, Garden Valley Living, Garden Valley Real Estate
Annual Terrace Lakes Wine and Art Festival in Garden Valley
Each summer the Terrace Lakes Resort, in Garden Valley Idaho, entertains their visitors with a Wine and Art Festival. This years event will be held on June 28th and 29th.
What to Expect?
- Local Distributors will be offering samples of Wines of the Northwest.
- Artists and Crafters will display and sell their treasures.
- Various musicians will perform live music throughout the day
- Putting contest and Games
Terrace Lakes Resort
Wine and Art Festival
Saturday June 28th 10 - 4
Sunday June 29th 11 - 3
Admission is Free Parking is Free
Terrace Lakes offers a 18 hole Golf Course, Swimming Pool and Playground.
Sign up now for Tee Times.
I really enjoy this annual event and look forward to it every year. In addition to the great wine tasting, Terrace Lakes invites quality artists and Craftpersons to attend the festival. Some of my favorite finds have been wood carvings, willow furniture, quilts, hand dyed fabrics, scented candles and jewelry. Believe it or not, I usually start my Christmas shopping at the Terrace Lakes Wine and Art Festival. It’s tough to think about Christmas in the summer sun, but I’ve had great luck with the gifts I have given from the Terrace Lakes artists. I usually find something special for myself, too.
My favorite part though, is relaxing and visiting with friends and neighbors, meeting new friends and enjoying the wine, music and food. Hope to see you there!
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Garden Valley Business Scene
June 11th, 2008 Categories: City of Crouch, Garden Valley Business Scene, Garden Valley Living
Garden Valley Entrepreneurial Spirit Goes Natural
Beth Church, the former owner of the very successful Green Thumb Express, and Master Gardener, had a dream. Leave it to Beth to make dreams come true. Her new business, Church’s Backyard Farm, specializes in “natural, nutritious wholesome foods, raised without the use of chemicals, hormones or antibiotics.”
We all know Beth has a well deserved reputation of doing things right. Garden Valley residents and visitors have always been able to count on great products and services when trading with Beth.
Contact Beth today and place your orders for her awesome, fresh raised, chickens, ducks, turkeys and eggs.
You can find Beth at :
208-793-2679, or
info@churchsbackyardfarm.com
Watch for Beth to open a Farmer’s Market, next to the Crouch Merc. The target date is June 1st. There you can expect to find Church’s Backyard Farm fresh produce.
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