Sierra Cascade Logging Conference In Woods School Demonstraton

The In-Woods Forest Harvest Demonstration for 5th Grade Elementary Classes, High School Agriculture Classes and College Natural Resources students will be expanded this year to two days, The Conference has been rescheduled to Tuesday  and Wednesday, May 14th and 15th between 9:30am and noon each day. This event, sponsored by the Sierra Cascade Logging Conference, will take place off Rock Creek Road in the Shingletown area along the edge of the 2012 Ponderosa Fire.

The students, teachers and media will be visiting 9 stations that will give them a first hand view of a complete forest harvest cycle.

Included will be demonstrations in:

Log landings: with demonstrations of processor, skidder and log loading operations.
Chipping: showing use of forest byproducts
Timber Falling: actual felling of large diameter trees.
Hotsaw: mechanical harvesting of small diameter trees.
Sawmill: operation of Shasta College’s portable sawmill
Wildlife: wildlife biologists presentation on forestland species.
Reforestation: proper tree planting techniques.
Research: instruments and procedures in areas of weather and water quality.
Fire: demonstration of equipment used in wildland firefighting.

Question and answer sessions will be included for participants from the schools and media.

Contact Trish Strawn  plstrawn@att.net  949-8315
To Schedule Your Class

Redding Antique Dealer Launches Website

Antiques N’ Things in Redding, CA has gone online with a website.  The store is located in south Redding on Highway 273.  You can find all kinds of antiques at the store and on the website.  They have antique furniture, glassware, jewelry, toys, blue glass and even antique cuckoo clocks.   Visit their website at www.antiquesinredding.com or call 530-605-4868.

Adopt A Foster Dog And Help A Neighbor

Another Chance Animal Welfare League needs your help.  They have a need for a temporary foster, a few weeks was the term used when they received this request.
There are two dogs, one is a very well behaved Cocker Spaniel and the second one is well behaved and sweet small 6 pound white dog (mixed breed). They were adopted originally from ACAWL. Owner loves them dearly but she is in the hospital and is awaiting her granddaughters arrival here in a few weeks. Granddaughter is retired from the military and is in the midst of moving.

Let’s show appreciation to a fellow dog lover who chose rescue over breeders and help out where we can. It would be nice if the pups could be in one place together, but under the circumstances separation or foster share wouldn’t be out of the question…..anyone raising their hand yet? Please respond to this email or call Miriam at the sanctuary (530) 229-7833. Both are healthy and house broke as well.
Hope to hear from you…………..

Save Your Garden From Pesky Deer and Rabbits

Looking to protect your garden from pesky, hungry deer and rabbits?  Plant Pro‐Tec’s  Deer and Rabbit Repellent offers an award winning natural solution to the problem.  In 2010 Plant Pro-tec was awarded a pair of home‐and‐garden industry accolades, the Hardware Retailing Retailers’ Choice Award as one of the most innovative items displayed at the 2010 National Hardware Show, and earned a 94‐percent approval rating after being tested by members of the National Home Gardening Club of America. The 100‐percent organic Plant Pro‐Tec Deer & Rabbit Repellent formula uses highly concentrated garlic oil to keep four‐legged pests from damaging gardens, and a patented, long‐lasting and easy‐to use delivery system that sets it apart from less effective spray‐on repellents. Other repellents begin to break down when they come in contact with the air, and they require reapplication every two or three weeks or more often if it rains. Unlike less effective options, Plant Pro‐Tec’s unique biodegradable, patented delivery system releases the active ingredients slowly over time, keeping the odor strong and effective for between six to eight months, even if it rains.  Visit the Plant Pro-tec website for more information.
The active ingredient is contained in a biodegradable plastic container that lets the repelling vapors out, and also keeps air from getting in, which prevents oxidation. Once Plant Pro‐Tec is activated, the clips last for months without any further attention. You simply break the seal to activate the unit, then clip the container directly to the plant, attach it to a nearby fence, or lay it on the ground. Plant Pro‐Tec is available at home and garden retailers, or at www.plantprotec.comdrpackage.jpg
Each year, the Hardware Retailing Retailers’ Choice panel of home improvement retailers selects 30 to 40 products out of the thousands on display at the National Hardware Show to receive the Retailer’s Choice award. The panelists select recipients based on criteria including uniqueness of product, designs, packaging and merchandising, as well as strong sales potential. The National Home Gardening Club Seal is awarded to products tested and recommended by the members of the National Home Gardening Club. Plant Pro‐Tec Deer & Rabbit Repellent received a 94‐percent approval rating, and an overall member rating of 8.4, with 10 being the highest rating possible. “Since using the repellent clips, I haven’t seen deer or rabbits in the
garden or seen any footprints around the garden,” wrote one National Home Gardening Club of America tester, Helen Turner, of Jonesboro, Ark. “I’ll be ordering more for next season.”

Plant Pro‐Tec also offers a Dog & Cat Repellent, which utilizes the same concentrated garlic oil as the Deer & Rabbit Repellent, but adds ingredients including citronella, lemon grass and cinnamon, all of which are especially irritating to pets’ sensitive noses. The Plant Pro‐Tec Gopher & Mole Repellent utilizes the same slow‐release system as the other repellents, but is inserted directly into the rodents’ tunnel, which makes it unusable for a full year.

Haven Humane’s Pet of the Week

Princess Furrypaw (127351) is a 1-year-old grey and white female domestic shorthair mix. She is available for adoption at Haven Humane Society. All feline and canine adoptions at the shelter include spaying or neutering, vaccinations and a microchip. To see Princess Furrypaw or any of our other companion animals available for adoption at the shelter, please visit us at 7449 Eastside Road, Anderson, CA or call 241-1653. You can also check out our website at us 127351.JPG

Another Chance Animal Welfare League’s Pet of the Week

This stately looking boy’s name is Hey U. He’s a very independent fella. Great personality, calm demeanor, gets along with them all, other cats, most dogs, loves people, likes a friendly lap or just a place to lay and groom himself. It’s just that when you want him it’s on his terms. Hence, his cute name. Hey U is an adult male cat, already neutered and negative for FELV/FIV. He’s also up to date on all of his shots including rabies.
Come see Hey U, and all of his adoptable friends, at the Another Chance Animal Welfare League no kill Sanctuary. Since the sanctuary is still under construction please call a head, a return call is quick in coming! (530) 229-7833. hey-u4.JPG
also has a thrift store in Palo Cedro in the Holiday Mkt shopping center on Deschutes RD. (530) 5474-7387. Store hours are Tues through Fri from 10 am until 4 pm and Sat from 10 am until 3.

About Redding

Redding California is nestled at the end of the Sacramento Valley. This hidden California jewel offers immense recreation, living and business opportunities. Located within the city limits is the famous Sundial Bridge , Turtle Bay Museum and the newly renovated Cascade Theatre. Redding is bisected by the world class fly fishing Sacramento River and is close to hiking, camping and boating at Lassen National Park, Whiskeytown National Recreation Area and the renowned Shasta Lake Redding is the regional center of Northern California for health and legal services, retail shopping and employment. Located at I-5 and highways 299 and 44, Redding is the hub for all of Shasta County and the gateway to the Trinity Alps and Cascade Recreation areas. Nearby Shasta Lake provides fishing, boating, camping and houseboat rental opportunities.

There are two major hospitals in Redding, Mercy Medical Center and Shasta Regional Medical Center. There are also 15 convalescent hospitals, 32 assisted living facilities and a veteran's outpatient clinic. Redding is also home to a large medical community of Physicians, Dentists and walk-in clinics.

Redding has great schools. There are three major high schools, six middle schools, 46 elementary schools, 4 charter schools, and 30 private schools in Redding. Redding also has five colleges and universities: National University, a four year, private university, Shasta College, a public community college, CSU Chico at Shasta College University Center, Simpson University, a four-year Christian college, Shasta Bible College and Graduate School, a four-year Christian college.

There are many great community events held in Redding each year, Kool April Nites, The Redding Rodeo and famous Asphalt Cowboy's Pancake Breakfast, The Rodeo Parade, The Trade Club's Lighted Christmas Parade and summer favorite Marketfest. The Exchange Club's Air Show is held bi-annually.

Plan your trip to the Redding area in advance with the help of our Redding Area Accommodations Directory. This comprehensive directory includes links and listings to local Bed and Breakfast Inns, motels and hotels. Looking for a great restaurant while you are in Redding? Visit our complete list of restaurants.

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